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Posted Date: 8/22/25 (1:27 PM)
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Newsletter Updates

August 22, 2025
✨ Why Read It All? ✨
Our newsletters are packed with exciting updates, important reminders, and celebrations you don’t want to miss! September is shaping up to be a month full of energy and opportunities for our Dragon Family. Week Two has already been awesome, and the rest of the month promises even more to look forward to. Be sure to read all the way through so you stay in the loop on everything happening at De LaSalle! 🐉💚
 

Upcoming Dates

  • August 23rd- CANCELLED Back to School BBQ Bash (See below for Rescheduling Details)
  • August 27th-29th- MAP Testing
  • August 28th- Dragon Council Elections

Future Dates:
  • September 1st- Labor Day- No School
  • September 5th- Mighty Mussels Baseball Spirit Night
  • September 22nd- Severe Weather Make up Day
  • September 23rd- Rosh Hashanah- No School
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School News!

Diploma Clarification

High school students at De LaSalle Academy may earn a standard diploma according to criteria set forth by the State of Florida Department of Education and De LaSalle Academy.  The recent changes in state or local requirement do not affect De LaSalle Academy’s diploma policy at this time.

 

🍎 Snack Shack Opens Monday! 🍪

Snacks
We’re excited to announce that our Snack Shack will officially open this Monday during morning recess! Students can enjoy a variety of snacks, with prices up to $2. The snacks are sold for cash only. Best of all, every purchase helps support our seniors and their upcoming trip. Thank you for snacking with a purpose and supporting our Dragon Family! 🐉💚
 

MAP Testing August 27th-29th

Children learn better –and faster– when teachers have a clear picture of what each student knows and is ready to learn next. That’s why a group of educators and researchers founded NWEA, a not-for-profit organization that has created some of the most trusted and reliable assessment solutions available. More than 11 million students in the US and in 140 countries worldwide use MAP Growth.

MAP Growth is a computer-adaptive test. If your child answers the question correctly, the next question is more challenging. If they answer incorrectly, the next one will be easier. This type of assessment challenges top performers without overwhelming students whose skills are below grade level.

MAP Growth uses RIT scale to accurately measure what a student knows, regardless of their grade level. It also measures growth over time, allowing you to track your child’s progress throughout the school year and across multiple years. Once your child completes a MAP Growth test, they receive a RIT score. 

DO help your child prepare. That’s “prepare” not “study.” Students shouldn’t study for MAP Growth, but it’s always good to know what to expect. A little confidence building can help nervous test-takers feel more at ease, too. 
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NWEA MAP
 

Back to School BBQ Bash Rescheduled!

Fall Fest with details
With all the excitement (and a little bit of craziness) that comes with the start of a new school year, we’ve decided to give our annual Back to School BBQ Bash a fresh twist! Instead of rushing it, we want to make sure it’s packed with fun, thoughtfully planned activities for the whole family.

We’re thrilled to announce the event will be rescheduled for Saturday, October 4th with a brand-new theme: Fall Family Fest! 🎃🍁 Expect festive fall fun, games, and plenty of memories to be made.

More details will be coming your way soon—thank you for your understanding and support as we make this event the best it can be!

Clubs & Sports

✨ Clubs & Sports at De LaSalle! ✨

Do you have an idea for a new club or want to bring a sport to campus? We’d love to hear from you! Students can fill out the form below to share their ideas. Teachers will also be giving students time in class to complete the form, so every voice has a chance to be heard. Let’s make this year full of activities that reflect our Dragon Family’s interests and talents! 🐉💚

 
Dragon Council

Dragon Council

We are bringing back Student Government with a brand-new energy and spirit—fully aligned with our R.O.A.R. PBIS system! With this revamp, Student Government will now proudly be called the Dragon Council.

✨ Officer Positions Available (Grades 9–12 only):
  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer

✨ Classroom Representatives:
If you are not in high school, you can still represent your homeroom as a Class Representative!

🗳️ Election Details:
  • Date: Thursday, August 28th

📋 How to Run:
  1. If you want to run for an officer position (9th–12th), please fill out the Google Form by Tuesday.


  1. Prepare a speech (no longer than 2 minutes) to share with our Dragon family.
  2. Submit your speech in a Google Doc to Mr. Vincent, Mrs. English (Google Doc) or Mrs. Chambers by Wednesday for review.
  3. ⚠️ If the form is not submitted by Tuesday, you cannot run.
  4. If you want to put posters around the school, please bring them to Mr. Vincent for approval by Wednesday. 

This is your chance to let your voice be heard and help lead our school spirit to new heights! Let’s show the power of our Dragon family and ROAR together! 🐉💚🔥
 

🏈 Flag Football is Back! 🏈

Get ready, Dragons—Flag Football season is starting up! This year we’ll be playing against other teams, bringing even more excitement to the field. If you’re interested in joining, don’t miss out—click the Google link below to sign up and be part of the action! 🐉💚

  • Grades: 6th - 12th
  • Days:  Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Meetings: 9/2, 9/4, 9/9, 9/11, 9/16, 9/19, SKIP 9/23(Holiday), 9/25, 9/30, 10/2, 10/7, 10/9, 10/14, 10/16, 10/21 (LAST DAY)
  • Times : 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Coaches: Mr. Vincent
  • Price: $150

Huddle for Flag Football

Events & Fundraising

⚾De LaSalle Family Night at the Mighty Mussels! ⚾

Join us on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:05 PM for a fun night at the ballpark with your De LaSalle community! 🎉

The Mighty Mussels will donate $5.00 back to De LaSalle Academy for every ticket purchased.
One lucky De LaSalle ticket holder will be chosen to throw out the first pitch! 👏

If you’d like your child to be entered into the drawing, please call or email Mary Chesebro at (239) 245-8212 or mchesebro@delasallefm.org.
Let’s fill the stands with De LaSalle spirit—see you at the game! 💙💛

Click on the link below to purchase your tickets!
A student with a baseball at the event
 
Golf Club and Ball

Swing for Scholarships

Join Us for a Day on the Green!
Support tuition assistance scholarships while enjoying a fun and competitive day of golf. Your participation helps ensure that no child is denied an enriching education due to financial need.
📅 Date: October 24, 2025
📍 Location: Eagle Ridge Golf Club
🕐 Start Time: 1:00 pm
🏆 Format: 4-Person Scramble

📲 Register or Sponsor Today: https://golfscramble.givesmart.com