De La Salle College ACADEMICS & EXTRACURRICULARS
Curriculum
Curriculum approach at De La Salle College: Liberal Arts
De La Salle College has a Liberal Arts approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Traditional, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).
International curriculum & programs at De La Salle College: Duke of Edinburgh's Award
What De La Salle College says about their overall curriculum and approach:
De La Salle College offers a liberal art program that will prepare and encourage students to deal with a diverse, complex and changing world. It will provide students with a broad knowledge of a variety of curricula in a an enhanced, in-depth approach to specific areas of study. A Lasallian liberal arts education will also encourage and foster a sense of social responsibility. Students will be expected to apply their intellect and practical skills to help others, especially the less fortunate. This is truly an atmosphere where students will "enter to learn" and "leave to serve".
Approach
Focus | Special needs | Religious-based |
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Academic | Gifted | Christian (Roman Catholic) |
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Pedagogies and subject courses:
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Mathematics
Mathematics approach at De La Salle College: Traditional Math
De La Salle College has a Traditional Math approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Discovery Math, Equal Balance approach).
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Textbooks and supplementary materials:
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Calculator policy:
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Writing
Writing approach at De La Salle College: Equal balance
De La Salle College has an Equal balance approach to Writing (as opposed to Systematic approach, Process approach approach).
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Science
Science approach at De La Salle College: Equal Balance
De La Salle College has an Equal Balance approach to Science (as opposed to Expository, Inquiry approach).
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Treatment of evolution:
Subject Offered Evolution as consensus theory Evolution as one of many equally viable theories Evolution is not taught Topics covered in curriculum:
Subject Offered Biology Chemistry Ecology Geology Meteorology Physics Physiology Zoology Literature
Literature approach at De La Salle College: Traditional
De La Salle College has a Traditional approach to Literature (as opposed to Social Justice, Equal Balance approach).
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Program covers:
Subject Offered Canadian lit American lit European (continental) lit World (non-Western) lit English lit Ancient lit Social Studies
Social Studies approach at De La Salle College: Core Knowledge
De La Salle College has a Core Knowledge approach to Social Studies (as opposed to Expanding Communities, Thematic approach).
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Humanities and Social Sciences
Humanities and Social Sciences approach at De La Salle College: Equal Balance
De La Salle College has an Equal Balance approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism, Pragmatism approach).
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Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages approach at De La Salle College: Equal Balance
De La Salle College has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual, Communicative approach).
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Language instruction offered in:
Subject Offered Chinese-Cantonese Chinese-Mandarin French German Greek Italian Japanese Hebrew Latin Russian Spanish ESL Fine Arts
Fine Arts approach at De La Salle College: Equal Balance
De La Salle College has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive, Creative approach).
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Subject Offered Acting Dance Drama/Theatre Graphic Design Music Visual Arts Visual studio philosophy:
Expressive Disciplined What De La Salle College says:
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Computers and Technology
Computers and Technology approach at De La Salle College: Medium integration
De La Salle College has a Medium integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration, Heavy integration approach).
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Program covers:
Subject Offered Computer science Robotics Web design Physical Education
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Religious Education
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Advanced Placement courses
- AP Art History
- AP Physics 1
- AP Physics 2
- AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
- AP Research (Second part of the AP Capstone program)
- AP Seminar (First part of the AP Capstone program)
- AP Statistics
- AP Studio Art: Drawing
- AP United States History
- AP World History
- AP Biology
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Chemistry
- AP Computer Science A
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP English Literature and Composition
- AP French Language
- AP Human Geography
- AP Macroeconomics
- AP Microeconomics
Sex and health education
Sex and health education approach at De La Salle College: Not Ontario curriculum
De La Salle College has a Not Ontario curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Follows provincial curriculum approach).
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Language
Learn about De La Salle College's languages of instruction and enrolment.
De La Salle College offers English as the primary language of instruction.
Language of enrolment include: English
Online Learning
De La Salle College's online learning approach and offerings. Learn about this school's online programs and courses offered, its course formats, and its teaching and learning approaches.
De La Salle College offers online courses to students.
Course format
Type | Offered |
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Distance | |
Asynchronous | |
Synchronous |
Academic support and services
Type | Offered |
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Dedicated teacher per course | |
Exam proctoring | |
Student progress tracker | |
Regular office hours | |
Additional support | |
Study groups | |
Special needs support |
Curriculum Pace
Curriculum Pace approach at De La Salle College: Accelerated
De La Salle College has an Accelerated approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched, Student-paced approach).
What De La Salle College says about their curriculum pace:
All senior level courses are taught at the Advanced Placement level.
Flexible pacing style
Type | Offered |
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Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
Differentiated assessment |
What De La Salle College says about their flexible pacing:
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Academic Culture
Academic Culture approach at De La Salle College: Rigorous
De La Salle College has a Rigorous approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Supportive approach).
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Developmental priorities
Primary Developmental Priority: Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
Secondary Developmental Priority: Spiritual
The goal is to cultivate "individuals with inner resourcefulness, strong faith and respect for God or a higher power."
What De La Salle College says about their developmental priorities:
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Special needs support
De La Salle College offers No support
De La Salle College offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.
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Learning disabilitiesDyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.DyscalculiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.DysgraphiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.Language Processing DisorderThis is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor DeficitA characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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DevelopmentalAutismRefers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).Asperger's SyndromeOn the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.Down syndromehis is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.Intellectual disabilityThis is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).Williams syndromeThis is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Behavioral and EmotionalTroubled behaviour / troubled teensroubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.Clinical DepressionThis is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.Clinical anxietyThis is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.Suicidal thoughtsThis involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.Drug and alcohol abuseThis involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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PhysicalMultiple sclerosisThis is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.Cerebral palsyhis refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.Muscular dystrophyMuscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.Spina BifidaThis is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.BlindnessVisual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."DeafnessHearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).Cystic FibrosisCystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.Multiple physicalAccommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Academic support
Type | Offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Mild but clinically diagnosed learning disabilities
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Modifications | |
Extra support |
Additional support
Type | Offered |
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Social skills programs | |
Occupational therapy | |
Psychotherapy | |
Speech-language therapy |
Gifted learner support
Curriculum Delivery: Acceleration and enrichment
There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.
In-class adaptations
Program | Offered |
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Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
What De La Salle College says about their gifted learner support:
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Homework Policy
Nightly homework
In grade Gr. 12, De La Salle College students perform an average of 2 hours of homework per night.
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De La Salle College | 90 mins | 90 mins | 90 mins | 90 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins |
Site Average | 35 mins | 42 mins | 54 mins | 59 mins | 76 mins | 88 mins | 104 mins | 113 mins |
What De La Salle College says about their flipped classroom policy:
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Report Card Policy
How assessments are delivered across the grades
Type | Grades |
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Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 5 to Gr. 12 |
Habits and behaviour reporting | Gr. 5 to Gr. 12 |
Parent-teacher meetings | Gr. 5 to Gr. 12 |
Extracurricular Activities
While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.
Sports offered
De La Salle College offers 14 competitive sports and 4 recreational sports.
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Downhill skiing
- Field Hockey
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Running
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Clubs offered
De La Salle College offers 20 clubs and extracurricular programs.
What De La Salle College says about their extracurricular activities:
- Top Private Schools in Debating (Fulford and Pro-Con)
- Gold-medal winning Wind Ensemble (Heritage Festival)
- For more highlights of our extra-curricular programs, please visit delasalle.ca/student-life/del-news
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