President’s Update
President Michael Zunica gives an update on De La Salle Institute
Rich BarnotesSeptember 26, 2025
2025 Homecoming Dance Tickets
2025 Homecoming Dance Tickets Homecoming Dance Tickets are now on sale! Dance is on Saturday, October 4th from 7 PM-10:30 PM. Ticket price is $35 per ticket Must be a DLS student to purchase online tickets. Guest tickets must be purchased with Mr. Miller in student services. Limit of one ticket per purchase.
Chris OddoAugust 29, 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
De La Salle White Sox Game
De La Salle White Sox Game We’re excited to invite you to a cherished tradition — De La Salle Institute Day at the Ballpark! Join fellow Meteors as we head to Rate Field to watch the Chicago White Sox take on the Minnesota Twins in a celebration of school spirit and community on Sunday, August 24 at 1:10 pm. Start the day at 11:00 am until 12:30 pm with a pre-game tailgate at De La Salle, where we’ll gather to connect, celebrate, and show our Meteor pride. Then, head to the ballpark for an unforgettable game day experience. New this year: We’re thrilled to announce that the De La Salle Band will perform the National Anthem on the field — a proud moment for our entire school community! Tickets are on sale now! Purchase yours early to guarantee an exclusive De La Salle T-shirt with your ticket. Let’s fill the stands with blue and gold — don’t miss out on this special day of fun, pride, and togetherness. Buy your tickets today at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Dela3
Chris OddoJune 12, 2025
De La Salle Institute Hall of Fame
De La Salle Institute Hall of Fame We are proud to announce the inaugural class of the 2025 De La Salle Institute Hall of Fame — a celebration of the extraordinary individuals who have shaped the legacy of both De La Salle Institute and Lourdes High School. This newly unified Hall of Fame brings together four of our most prestigious honors into one powerful recognition: Honor Key Award Young Alumni Award Sports Hall of Fame Girls Catholic Athletic Conference Award (Lourdes High School alumnae) These exceptional honorees will be recognized at the 2025 All-Alumni Banquet on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at De La Salle Institute.
Chris OddoApril 28, 2025
Alumni Banquet
Alumni Banquet Alumni Banquet 2025 We are thrilled to invite you to our annual Alumni Banquet, a beloved tradition that brings together generations of alumni for an evening filled with joy, memories, and community spirit. Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025 Reception: 5:00 PM – Enjoy cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres, and conversation with fellow alumni. Dinner: 6:00 PM – A delicious plated meal followed by special presentations and recognitions. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, this is your night to return home. All class years are invited to attend—this is a perfect opportunity to reunite with classmates, celebrate our school’s legacy, and see what’s new on campus. Highlights include: Recognition of distinguished alumni Class shout-outs School updates from leadership A chance to walk down memory lane! Mark your calendars and spread the word—we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Chris OddoApril 28, 2025
Day of Giving
Day of Giving Mark your calendars to celebrate the feast day of St. John Baptist de La Salle and the Day of Giving on May 15th. Get ready to follow us on social media in the coming weeks as we tell the story about why De La Salle Institute is a special place and why it is important to carry forward the vision of St. La Salle for accessible, transformative education. For over 300 years, Lasallian education has been about nurturing both the heart and mind of each student. You can make a difference in the lives of our students and honor the legacy of St. La Salle on May 15th with a donation to Day of Giving. An investment in De La Salle is not just an investment in education—it is an investment in the future. By participating in the Day of Giving, you will be helping to shape the lives of students who will go on to make meaningful contributions to society. You can enable us to continue our mission of educating young people, regardless of their financial background, and to ensure that all who seek a De La Salle education have the opportunity to receive one. You…
Chris OddoApril 9, 2025
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
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
