Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Young Men Through Faith and Academic Excellence
De La Salle has been shaping young men of character and purpose since 1926 through our unwavering commitment to the Lasallian mission of faith, service, and academic excellence. Our college-preparatory environment challenges students to grow intellectually, spiritually, and socially, preparing them for success in higher education, professional endeavors, and lifelong leadership. Rooted in Catholic tradition while embracing innovation, we offer a dynamic curriculum blending STEM, humanities, faith formation, fine arts, leadership, and athletics to develop well-rounded individuals. The Steve & Kathy McShane STEM Innovation Center exemplifies our dedication to cutting-edge education, featuring state-of-the-art technology like the Anatomage Table for advanced biomedical learning.Our faculty, including AP Environmental Science instructor Mary Balamucki and veteran swim coach Jim Singelyn, bring decades of expertise to cultivate academic rigor and personal growth. Through initiatives like the Ziemba Math Scholarship Competition and community service programs, we foster both intellectual achievement and social responsibility. With a century of educational excellence in Metro Detroit, we continue building leaders who embody our core values of faith, scholarship, and service.
Services
College-Preparatory Curriculum
STEM Innovation Center
AP Course Offerings
Athletics Programs
Faith Formation
Scholarship Opportunities
Community Service Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We have been forming young men of character since 1926 with proven educational excellence.
- Our college-preparatory curriculum develops well-rounded individuals through STEM and humanities.
- We offer state-of-the-art STEM facilities including Michigan's most advanced biomedical technology.
- Our faculty includes AP exam readers and subject matter experts with decades of experience.
- We provide $60,000 in annual math scholarships recognizing academic excellence and potential.
Services
College-Preparatory Curriculum
Our comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum blends STEM, humanities, and faith formation to develop well-rounded young men. With AP courses, advanced STEM facilities, and leadership training, we prepare students for academic success in higher education while emphasizing character development through Lasallian values. This program has produced generations of leaders since 1926.
STEM Innovation Center
The Steve & Kathy McShane STEM Innovation Center features cutting-edge technology including Michigan's first Anatomage Table for 3D anatomy education. This facility supports advanced biomedical learning and STEM exploration, positioning students for success in technical fields while maintaining our commitment to holistic education since 1926.
Ziemba Math Scholarship
Our annual $60,000 math scholarship competition recognizes exceptional eighth-grade students while making quality education accessible. Established through alumni generosity, this program supports bright young scholars joining our community, reflecting our 100-year commitment to educational excellence and opportunity in Metro Detroit.
Lasallian Faith Formation
Rooted in Catholic tradition, our faith formation programs cultivate spiritual growth alongside academic achievement. Through service initiatives and religious education, we develop men of character who embody our core values of faith, service, and scholarship while maintaining our century-long legacy of values-based education.
Athletics Programs
Our competitive athletics programs build teamwork, discipline, and leadership through various sports including swimming under legendary coach Jim Singelyn. These programs complement academic pursuits by developing well-rounded individuals who exemplify our Lasallian values of excellence and brotherhood in all aspects of school life.
People
Steve McShane
STEM Visionary
Alumnus and CEO of Midtronics, Inc., Class of 1961, whose generous donation established the STEM Innovation Center. His vision aims to make De La Salle a premier Michigan STEM school through cutting-edge technology and educational innovation.
Mary Balamucki
Science Educator
Dedicated AP Science teacher who enhances curriculum through professional development and serves as an AP exam reader. Her expertise in environmental science and biology contributes to our rigorous STEM programs and student success in advanced placement courses.
Curtis Yaek
Student Leader
Senior scholar-athlete balancing six AP courses with robotics, clay target shooting, and rocketry. This aerospace engineering aspirant exemplifies academic excellence and leadership through diverse extracurricular involvement while maintaining our Lasallian values of hard work and determination.
Jim Singelyn
Swim Coach
Legendary swim coach and teacher with decades of service, Class of 1990, who shaped generations of student-athletes. His coaching philosophy emphasizes process over results while fostering team growth and personal development through competitive swimming programs.
Questions
What makes De La Salle Collegiate unique?
We combine Catholic values with academic excellence in an all-boys environment since 1926, offering STEM innovation, leadership development, and Lasallian brotherhood that shapes men of character.
What STEM resources are available?
Our STEM Innovation Center features Michigan's most advanced biomedical technology including the Anatomage Table, supported by industry experts and $60,000 in annual math scholarships.
How do you develop leadership skills?
Through student government, athletics, service programs, and AP leadership courses that cultivate responsibility, teamwork, and community engagement aligned with our Lasallian mission.
What scholarship opportunities exist?
The Ziemba Math Scholarship awards $60,000 annually to top eighth-grade students, with additional financial aid options making our century-old educational excellence accessible to qualified applicants.
How does the school integrate faith?
Faith formation is woven into daily curriculum and service initiatives, with religious education courses and community outreach programs that emphasize our Catholic values while respecting diverse backgrounds.
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