La Salle Institute

La Salle Institute is a private, all-male, 6-12 Catholic college-preparatory school in North Greenbush, New York, United States. It was established in 1850 and located within but operates independently of the Diocese of Albany.[2]

La Salle Institute
Address
174 Williams Road

Troy
,
New York
12180

United States
Information
TypePrivate, College-prep
MottoSignum Fidei
(Sign of Faith)
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic
(Lasallians)
Patron saint(s)Jean-Baptiste de La Salle
Established1850 (1850)
Founded1850
Sister schoolAcademy Of Holy Names
OversightRoman Catholic Diocese of Albany
PrincipalLTC Joseph Raczkowski
Faculty52
Grades6-12
GenderBoys
Enrollment370 (2019-2020)
Student to teacher ratio12:1
Color(s)Blue and White         
Athletics14 interscholastic sports teams
Athletics conferenceNYSPHSAA Section 2 – Colonial Council
SportsFootball, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field, Lacrosse, Wrestling, Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, Bowling
Team nameThe Cadets
AccreditationMiddle States Association of Colleges and Schools[1]
NewspaperThe Cadet
Tuition$10,290 (6), $11,420 (7), $11,450 (8), $13,350 (9-11), $13,390 (12)
Websitewww.lasalleinstitute.org
Last updated: June 24th, 2020

History

La Salle Institute was founded in 1850 and was originally located in downtown Troy. The school was first charted by the New York State Board of Regents in 1891.[3] In the 1960s a modern facility was constructed on Williams Road near the boundary between the city of Troy and the town of North Greenbush. The new campus opened in September 1966. A substantial renovation and expansion was completed in 2001.

Academics

La Salle Institute has been recognized twice by the United States Department of Education as a School of Educational Excellence.[4] La Salle Institute is recognized by the Middle States Association Commission on Secondary Schools.[5] La Salle Institute boasts a 100% College acceptance rate for students.[6]

A diverse selection of honors and advanced placement classes is available, with select juniors and seniors also having the opportunity to enroll in courses at Hudson Valley Community College. In 2009, La Salle initiated a program called the "HVCC Dual Credit Program" to provide greater opportunities for students to receive dual high school and college credit for more than 20 electives, as well as courses in computer science, physics and calculus.

Except for physics, these courses are offered in addition to the electives and calculus courses already offered by La Salle. Almost 80% of seniors take advantage of the "HVCC Dual Credit Program".[7]

Activities
  • The McCormick and O'Donovan drill teams are the two La Salle Institute drill teams. Led by 1SG's Smith and Peters, together they perform both school duties as well as competitions around the state and country. They are noted by their red cords. Every day before school, both drill teams practice their drill routines.
  • The Color Guard consists of members of the student body who present the colors at sporting events, Masses and parades. Members are noted by their white cords.
  • The Rifle Club members are recognizable by their tan cords. They meet at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute range.
  • The Crimson Raiders meet weekly to discuss the weekly comings and goings and such.
  • The Student Senate representatives are elected at the beginning of each year. There are senators representing grades nine through twelve. The Student Senate runs fundraisers and dances among other things at La Salle, and is very involved with community service projects.
  • The Drama Club at La Salle puts on an annual performance in the spring. They have also had house style performances in past falls. Students in grades 9–12, along with girls from regional high schools have put on productions such as Spoon River Anthology, " "Harvey,""Dial M for Murder, and Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Sign of Four Students who do not want to perform can still participate by being a member of the production crew which help with scenery, set-up, cleaning, curtain and lighting.
  • St. Mary's School in Kenya La Salle Institute along with other Lasallian schools across the country support and fund the St. Mary's School in Nyeri, Kenya. LSI holds clothing drives and a magazine drive to support the school in Kenya. La Salle Institute is the largest contributor to the St. Mary's School out of all Lasallian schools that donate. All the money raised from yearly magazine drive in February goes to support the school. La Salle is the only school/group participating the Reading at Home Fund-raising Program that donates all the money to a charitable cause outside of the school/group. Last year over $7,000 was raised. LSI also collects new or gently used clothing with a La Salle imprint/design on it for the children at St. Mary's. This year more than 10 boxes of clothing were sent.

Notable alumni

The following is an incomplete list of notable La Salle Institute alumni:

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See also

References
  1. MSA-CSS. "MSA-Commission on Secondary Schools". Archived from the original on 2009-03-25. Retrieved 2009-05-27.
  2. "MSA-CESS -> Member Resources -> Search Our Members". msa-cess.org. Retrieved 2016-10-25.
  3. "About Us: History". La Salle Institute. Archived from the original on 2008-06-02. Retrieved 2008-11-09. External link in |publisher= (help)
  4. https://www2.ed.gov/programs/nclbbrs/list-2003.pdf
  5. https://www.msa-cess.org/RelId/606553/AccountID/12794/ISvars/default/School_Search.htm
  6. https://www.lasalleinstitute.org/about/our-schools/high-school-experience
  7. https://www.lasalleinstitute.org/about/our-schools/high-school-experience
  8. "Carley, William L.". Albany Times Union. October 9, 1999. pp. B12.
  9. Gardinier, Bob (October 6, 1996). "Watervliet Must Hold Mayoral Election November 5". Albany Times Union. pp. C1.
  10. Vielkind, Jimmy (September 19, 2007). "Councilman ousts mayor in Watervliet contest". Albany Times Union. pp. A6.
  11. Odato, James (May 24, 2006). "Casale says he won't run for re-election; Assembly Republican is fifth member of minority party to say he's leaving". Albany Times Union. pp. B1.
  12. McGuire, Mark (November 14, 2001). "Groundbreaking for Digital Facility in Albany, N.Y., Area Ushers In New Era". Albany Times Union. pp. E1.
  13. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2009-05-12. Retrieved 2009-03-09.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  14. "Ex-Justice Coffey Dies on Auto Trip". Special to the New York Times. April 25, 1937. p. 42.
  15. "La Salle Institute Homecoming Weekend 2006: Reunion Event Highlights" (PDF). The Alumni Cadet. La Salle Institute. Summer–Fall 2006. Archived from the original (PDF) on September 28, 2007. Retrieved 2008-11-09. External link in |publisher= (help)
  16. "William J. Larkin, Jr". NY State Senate. May 15, 2017.
  17. Scruton, Bruce (October 20, 1989). "LaSalle Institute to Induct 4 into its Hall of Fame". Albany Times Union. pp. B7.
  18. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2008-05-09. Retrieved 2009-03-10.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
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