President’s Update
President Michael Zunica gives an update on De La Salle Institute
Rich BarnotesSeptember 26, 2025
All Alumni Banquet
All Alumni Banquet We are excited to invite you to the De La Salle Institute All Alumni Banquet — an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and memories! De La Salle Institute All Alumni Banquet Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Location: De La Salle Institute This special event is open to all alumni, whether or not you’re celebrating a milestone reunion year. Join fellow Meteors for an evening dedicated to reconnecting with classmates, celebrating our shared legacy, and honoring the De La Salle community. The Evening Includes: Cocktail Hour School Tours Plated Dinner Open Bar Alumni Hall of Fame Awards Ticket Information $110 — Alumni Admission $100 — Young Alumni Admission (Classes graduating after 2011) We are also seeking volunteers from the Classes of 1976 and 2001 to assist with alumni outreach and reunion planning efforts. If you are interested in serving on a committee, please contact Paula Oskroba at oskrobap@dls.org or 312-842-7355 ext. 115. We look forward to welcoming you back to De La Salle for a memorable evening celebrating the Meteor tradition. Purchase Tickets
Chris OddoJuly 31, 2025
Blue & Gold Fall Sports Preview
Blue & Gold Fall Sports Preview Join us as we kick off the new school year and fall sports season with an evening full of school spirit, fun, and community celebration at 35th & Michigan. Event Highlights: Meet and cheer on our Fall Sports Teams: Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Swimming, Volleyball, Tennis, Cheerleading, Football, and Soccer Enjoy delicious offerings from local food trucks Relax in the beer tent (21+) Kids can enjoy activities like a bounce house and face painting Special Offer for Alumni! Any De La Salle or Lourdes alumni who RSVP by August 18th will receive discounted event entry. RSVP at https://forms.gle/5rcEkzbH4bkkAywUA This is a great opportunity to gather as a community, support our student-athletes, and see all the exciting things happening at De La Salle. We hope to see students, families, alumni, and friends of DLS for this special evening as we celebrate our Meteors and the start of another amazing year. Go Meteors!
Chris OddoJuly 31, 2025
2025 De La Salle Golf Classic
2025 De La Salle Golf Classic Join us for the annual De La Salle Alumni Golf Outing on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Silver Lake Country Club, located at 14700 S 82nd Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462. This special event brings together alumni, friends, and supporters for a day of camaraderie, competition, and fun on the beautiful greens. The outing will feature a 9:00 AM shotgun start, followed by lunch, prizes, and opportunities to reconnect with fellow Meteors. Whether you’re an experienced golfer or just coming out to enjoy the day, we look forward to seeing you there! Register Now!
Rich BarnotesApril 11, 2025
De La Salle Annual Report
De La Salle Annual Report 2025 JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZwbGF5ZXIuZmxpcHNuYWNrLmNvbSUzRmhhc2glM0RPRFZCUlVJM1FVRTVSamNyZEdOcGIyRm1iSEJ0WVElM0QlM0QlMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjEwMCUyNSUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjQ4MCUyMiUyMHNlYW1sZXNzJTNEJTIyc2VhbWxlc3MlMjIlMjBzY3JvbGxpbmclM0QlMjJubyUyMiUyMGZyYW1lQm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93RnVsbFNjcmVlbiUyMGFsbG93JTNEJTIyYXV0b3BsYXklM0IlMjBjbGlwYm9hcmQtcmVhZCUzQiUyMGNsaXBib2FyZC13cml0ZSUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==If you would like, you can download a PDF of the Annual Report by clicking here.
Kayla Rae FlemmonsDecember 12, 2024
Deceased Alumni
We honor and remember the cherished members of our alumni community who are no longer with us. Their contributions, achievements, and the bonds they formed during their time with us have left an indelible mark on our hearts and our shared history. As we reflect on their lives, we celebrate the memories they created, the lives they touched, and the legacy they leave behind. Though they may be gone, they will forever remain a part of our De La Salle community, living on in the stories we tell and the impact they made. May they rest in peace, and may their loved ones find comfort in knowing they are remembered with love and respect. Please fill out and submit the following In Memoriam Form for news on deceased alumnae/alumni
Chris OddoDecember 11, 2024
Christmas Appeal 2024
Christmas Appeal 2024 As the Christmas season approaches, we are reminded of the importance of community, tradition, and the spirit of giving. It is in this spirit that we reach out to you, our valued alumni and supporters, to share the ongoing need for financial assistance at De La Salle Institute. This year, as in years past, we are committed to making a Catholic, college preparatory education accessible to all students – especially those who need it most. Currently, 85% of our students rely on financial aid to attend De La Salle, and we are committed to ensuring that every student who wishes to receive a De La Salle education has the opportunity to do so, regardless of their financial circumstances. For many families, the rising costs of tuition and school-related expenses are a significant barrier to entry. Your generous contributions help bridge this gap, allowing students to remain focused on their academic and personal growth without the burden of financial stress. This support not only allows De La Salle to continue its rich legacy of excellence in education, but also ensures that the values of faith, service and leadership are passed onto the next generation of Meteors. During this Christmas season,…
Chris OddoDecember 10, 2024
Christmas Appeal
Christmas Appeal As the Christmas season approaches, we are reminded of the spirit of giving and the powerful impact we can have when we come together as a community. This year, as we celebrate De La Salle Institute’s 135th anniversary, we reach out to you with a special appeal – one that reflects our shared values of compassion, support and solidarity. This holiday season, we ask for your support to help provide tuition relief for our families in need with a gift to support the student financial assistance program. Your generosity can make a world of difference to a student whose dream of graduating from De La Salle may otherwise be out of reach. No gift is too small, and every contribution brings us one step closer to ensuring that all of our students can continue their education with pride, regardless of their financial situation. Here’s how you can help: Consider making a special Christmas gift to our student financial assistance program. Your contribution will go directly to supporting families who need help with tuition for the upcoming semester. Click here. Encourage others in our educational community to consider a gift to De La Salle. The more support we have,…
Chris OddoDecember 3, 2024
De La Salle Mega Raffle
De La Salle Mega Raffle The Meteor Mega Raffle Is Back! We’re kicking off the new school year with one of De La Salle Institute’s biggest traditions—the Meteor Mega Raffle! Starting August 28, 2026, families, alumni, friends, and supporters can purchase tickets and join us in supporting our De La Salle community. Tickets and payment are due Thursday, October 1, 2026, and the winning ticket will be drawn on Friday, October 2, 2026. Purchase your tickets online at dls.org/mega-raffle and help make this year’s Meteor Mega Raffle a success! Questions? Contact Chlyla Wilson-Lewis, Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, at wilson-lewisc@dls.org.
Chris OddoNovember 19, 2024
Signum Fidei Valentine’s Gala
Signum Fidei Valentine's Gala De La Salle Institute is proud to announce that the 3rd Annual Signum Fidei Valentine’s Gala will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2027, at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. This annual event will raise funds in support of tuition assistance, academic programs and community enrichment at De La Salle Institute. For over 136 years we have been dedicated to bringing quality Lasallian education to students who are preparing for great futures! By supporting the Signum Fidei Valentine’s Gala, you will be investing in a long tradition of creating opportunities for young people. As our Founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle reminds us, “To touch the hearts of your students is the greatest miracle you can perform.” We hope you will save the date to join us for this wonderful event and help us continue the tradition that has brought great futures to more than 23,000 graduates. Please contact Anna Fratto, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at frattoa@dls.org or 312-842-7355 ext. 141 with any questions.
Chris OddoSeptember 13, 2024
