Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Catholic College Prep High School in Pasadena
At La Salle High School, we develop and nurture personal growth through exploration and discovery. Our community of curious and capable students benefits from powerful mentorship and instruction that innovates both inside and outside the classroom. We offer future-forward STEAM programs, championship-caliber athletic teams, volunteering opportunities, award-winning arts programs, and more. As a private Catholic co-educational college preparatory high school founded on the Lasallian tradition, we emphasize academic excellence and a community deeply conscious of its responsibilities to one another. For over 60 years, we have provided a college preparatory education in the greater Pasadena area, continuing the legacy of St.John Baptist de La Salle and the Christian Brothers. Our mission is to educate and inspire students to learn with curiosity, serve with compassion, and lead with integrity as lifelong learners and compassionate leaders. We are committed to inclusivity, welcoming all members of our school community, and fostering a sense of belonging. Our Centers of Innovation, including the CARLOW Center for Medical Innovation and the Center for Cinematic Arts, provide cutting-edge experiential learning opportunities. Through rigorous academics, spiritual development, and service learning, we prepare students to become extraordinary individuals who positively impact their communities and the world.
Services
Academic Rigor
STEAM Programs
Athletics
Arts Education
Service Learning
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 AP courses and future-forward STEAM programs for academic excellence.
- Our diverse, inclusive community fosters belonging and collaboration across backgrounds.
- Centers of Innovation provide hands-on, real-world experiential learning opportunities.
- Championship-caliber athletics and award-winning arts programs develop well-rounded students.
- Lasallian values guide service learning and spiritual growth for compassionate leadership.
What people say
Inclusive community
Supportive teachers
Diverse perspectives
Lifelong friendships
Academic challenges
Services
Academic Rigor
La Salle's curriculum emphasizes academic excellence through 24 AP courses, honors programs, and personalized learning paths. Students engage in critical thinking, interdisciplinary projects, and college-level research. Our faculty fosters intellectual curiosity while preparing graduates for success in higher education and beyond.
STEAM Programs
Our STEAM initiatives include robotics, digital design, and engineering challenges. Students collaborate on real-world problems using cutting-edge technology. The CARLOW Center for Medical Innovation and other specialized labs provide hands-on learning experiences that bridge theory and practice.
Athletics
La Salle fields championship-caliber teams in 20+ sports, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Student-athletes develop leadership skills while competing in CIF Southern Section events, with many advancing to collegiate levels.
Arts Education
Award-winning theater, music, and visual arts programs cultivate creativity and self-expression. Students participate in productions, exhibitions, and competitions while exploring diverse artistic disciplines from digital media to classical performance.
Service Learning
Through grade-level service projects and partnerships with local organizations, students apply Lasallian values to address social issues. Programs emphasize empathy, civic responsibility, and systemic change while fulfilling graduation requirements.
People
Perry K. Martin
School President
Perry K. Martin leads La Salle with over 65 years of educational legacy, emphasizing Lasallian values and academic excellence. He champions innovation in STEAM programs and community engagement.
Ernest Siy
Principal
Ernest Siy fosters Lancer Pride through rigorous academics and spiritual growth. A Catholic school graduate and parent, he upholds St. John Baptist de La Salle's mission of collaborative education.
Kjersti Holyfield
Vice Principal of Curriculum
Kjersti Holyfield oversees curriculum development, ensuring alignment with Lasallian principles and college readiness standards. She mentors faculty in innovative teaching practices.
Nathan Housman
Director of Enrollment Management
Nathan Housman guides admissions strategies, expanding access to La Salle's inclusive community while maintaining academic excellence and diversity goals.
Julia Frisina
Director of Student Life
Julia Frisina coordinates extracurricular programs, fostering student leadership through clubs, service initiatives, and spiritual development opportunities.
Questions
What makes La Salle College Preparatory unique?
La Salle combines Lasallian values with rigorous academics, STEAM innovation, and inclusive community to nurture lifelong learners and compassionate leaders.
What academic programs does La Salle offer?
We offer 24 AP courses, STEAM programs, Centers of Innovation, and college preparatory curricula across sciences, arts, and humanities.
Are there opportunities for student involvement?
Students engage in championship athletics, award-winning arts, service learning, and over 30 clubs and organizations.
How does La Salle support student growth?
Through mentorship, spiritual development, and personalized academic planning, we foster holistic growth in a supportive environment.
What is the admissions process?
Apply online, submit transcripts and recommendations, complete placement tests, and attend an interview to join our inclusive community.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, need-based financial aid and scholarships support families committed to a Lasallian education.
