Is De La Salle High School a Catholic high school?

Yes. De La Salle High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Oakland. Its sponsor is De La Salle Christian Brothers (District of San Francisco New Orleans).

What is De La Salle High School’s Compass Score?

74 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is Mass celebrated at De La Salle High School?

Mass is listed at School Chapel and De La Salle High School. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Catholic high school

De La Salle High School

LocationConcord, CA
Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 1,042 students
SponsorDe La Salle Christian Brothers (District of San Francisco New Orleans)

All-male

Official website

De La Salle High School is a Catholic high school for young men in Concord, California, founded in 1965 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers and sponsored by their District of San Francisco New Orleans. Students take four years of Religious Studies, with senior options that include Introduction to Philosophy, and make class retreats in grades 9-11 (including a junior service day at the Monument Crisis Center), with an optional senior Kairos. The chaplain celebrates Mass in the school chapel every weekday morning, all-school and class Masses are held several times a year, a reconciliation service is held in Lent, and Campus Ministry runs VENAVER justice immersions for juniors and seniors.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 1

Monday–Friday7:45 AMSchool Chapel, De La Salle High School · During the school year; celebrated by the chaplain, Fr. LaSalle Hallissey. Families are welcome.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)

Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

De La Salle Chapel — 0.0 mi
St. Francis Of Assisi Church — 0.6 mi
St. John Vianney Catholic Church — 1.5 mi · 1650 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek
Christ The King — 2.7 mi
Saint Stephen's Catholic Church — 3.0 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

Sacramental life

67 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
All-school or class Masses during the school yearA few times a year (The 2026-27 all-school liturgies are the Mass of the Holy Spirit (Aug. 26), a Mass for Peace (Oct. 7), the Immaculate Conception liturgy (Dec. 8), Ash Wednesday (Feb. 10), a Holy Week liturgy (Mar. 23) and the Founders Day Mass (Apr. 28), about six a year. Sunday class and family liturgies (new student welcome, sophomore father/son, Junior Mass of Unity, senior mother/son, Baccalaureate) add five more; Masses are not held every month.)
Sources (3)
1. Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “School Liturgies Date | Description | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | Mass of the Holy Spirit | Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | International Lasallian Days of Peace Liturgy | Friday, November 18, 2026 | Thanksgiving Prayer Service | Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | Immaculate Conception Liturgy | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | Ash Wednesday | Thursday, March 11, 2027 | Reconciliation Service | Tuesday, March 23, 2027 | Holy Week Liturgy | Wednesday, April 28, 2027 | Founders Day Mass |”
  The 2026-27 school liturgies include the Mass of the Holy Spirit, a Lasallian Days of Peace liturgy, the Immaculate Conception liturgy, Ash Wednesday, a Holy Week liturgy and the Founders Day Mass, plus Thanksgiving and reconciliation services.
  “Family Masses Date | Description | Sunday, August 16, 2026 | New Student Welcome Liturgy and BBQ | Sunday, September 20, 2026 | Sophomore Class Father/Son Liturgy and Brunch | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Junior Mass of Unity | Sunday, March 7, 2027 | Senior Mother/Son Liturgy and Brunch | Friday, May 14, 2027 | Baccalaureate Mass |”
  Class and family Masses are held for new students, sophomores, juniors and seniors, plus the Baccalaureate Mass.
  “These gatherings include all-school Masses, as well as Thanksgiving and Lenten prayer services. All liturgical celebrations are planned and executed with student involvement.”
  All-school Masses and prayer services are planned and carried out with students.
2. Campus Ministry Updates (embedded on Spotlight on Campus Ministry) - De La Salle High Schooldocs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vThXqzA0tMvXZvaKvjCEAP6bHRYDKN9dxIMRZvLKJNRTIioHl1F4ZT_THTigT_E-ecgGO0_6NJd_NdC/pub?embedded=true · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our next all school liturgy will take place this Wednesday, October 7, 2026. This is a special mass for peace during the Lasallian Days for Peace (September 21- October 21).”
  The October 7, 2026 all-school liturgy is a Mass for peace.
3. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Class and family liturgies are sponsored in conjunction with Class Councils/Moderators and the Parent Association. Campus Ministry also coordinates sports liturgies upon request.”
  Class and family liturgies are held, and sports liturgies on request.
Yes:
Daily Mass available to students on campusYes (Fr. LaSalle Hallissey holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 a.m.)
Sources (2)
1. Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
  The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.
2. Campus Ministry Updates (embedded on Spotlight on Campus Ministry) - De La Salle High Schooldocs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vThXqzA0tMvXZvaKvjCEAP6bHRYDKN9dxIMRZvLKJNRTIioHl1F4ZT_THTigT_E-ecgGO0_6NJd_NdC/pub?embedded=true · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Please come and join us in the Chapel every morning at 7:45 am for morning Mass. Your family/parents are invited to join as well.”
  Morning Mass is celebrated in the chapel every morning at 7:45 a.m.
Partly:
Confession offered to students during the school yearSeasonally (Advent, Lent) or a few times a year (A school-wide Reconciliation Service is held during Lent (2026-27: Mar. 11, 2027).)
Sources (2)
1. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Throughout the year, Campus Ministry provides a variety of liturgical experiences that reflect the cycle of the liturgical calendar, such as a school-wide Reconciliation Service during Lent and Masses throughout the year.”
  A school-wide Reconciliation Service is held during Lent, and Masses throughout the year.
2. Campus Ministry Calendar - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/calendar · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Thursday, March 11, 2027 | Reconciliation Service |”
  The 2026-27 reconciliation service is on March 11, 2027.
Not enough information:
Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 is listed as Chaplain on the Campus Ministry staff list and celebrates the daily chapel Mass.)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Campus Ministry Staff Mr. Andrew Berkes Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats berkesa@dlshs.org (925) 288-8119 Ms. Maile Shelley Campus Minister for Service and Justice shelleym@dlshs.org (925) 288-8110 Mrs. Lynn Guidi Office Assistant guidil@dlshs.org (925) 288-8185 Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 Chaplain hallisseyl@dlshs.org (925) 288-8218”
  Campus Ministry staff are Andrew Berkes and Maile Shelley (campus ministers), Lynn Guidi (office assistant) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain).
2. Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
  The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Graduation requires 40 Religious Studies credits; a full-year course is 10 credits (English is also 40 credits over four years): 40 / 10 = four full years. Religious Studies 1-3 are year courses in grades 9-11, and senior Religious Studies is a semester capstone (Senior Synthesis or Spiritual Journey) plus a semester elective (World Religions, Introduction to Philosophy or Christian Service).)
Sources (2)
1. General Requirements - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-courses/general-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Five (5) semester credits may be earned for the equivalent of each semester course and ten (10) credits for a full-year course.”
  A full-year course earns 10 credits.
  “Subject | Number of Years | Total Credits | Religious Studies | 4 | 40 | English | 4 | 40 |”
  Religious Studies requires 4 years and 40 credits, the same as English.
2. Graduation Requirements - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-courses/graduation-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies 1 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 2 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 3 (10 Credits) Senior Religious Studies (10 Credits) Note: Senior Religious Studies consists of one semester of a Capstone Course (either Senior Synthesis or Spiritual Journey) and one semester of an Elective (World Religions, Introduction to Philosophy, or Christian Service).”
  Religious Studies is required in all four years, with senior options including Introduction to Philosophy.
Not enough information:
Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Introduction to Philosophy is one of the senior Religious Studies elective options, and the department also lists Philosophy: Beyond Good and Evil (new course).)
Sources (2)
1. Graduation Requirements - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-courses/graduation-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies 1 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 2 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 3 (10 Credits) Senior Religious Studies (10 Credits) Note: Senior Religious Studies consists of one semester of a Capstone Course (either Senior Synthesis or Spiritual Journey) and one semester of an Elective (World Religions, Introduction to Philosophy, or Christian Service).”
  Religious Studies is required in all four years, with senior options including Introduction to Philosophy.
2. Religious Studies - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-departments/religious-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Introduction to Philosophy - P Philosophy : Beyond Good and Evil - P (New Course)”
  The Religious Studies department offers two philosophy courses.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The school profile says the curriculum is designed to provide a thorough education rooted in the traditions of the Catholic faith; the philosophy states the school shares in and is directed by the teaching mission of the Roman Catholic Church.)
Sources (3)
1. School Profile - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/about/our-campus/school-profile · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The curriculum is designed to provide a thorough education rooted in the traditions of the Catholic faith.”
  The curriculum is described as rooted in the traditions of the Catholic faith.
2. Our Philosophy - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/about/our-mission/our-philosophy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “De La Salle High School shares in and is directed by the teaching mission of the Roman Catholic Church. The School provides many opportunities for religious instruction, Christian service-learning, liturgical celebrations, cultivation of a prayerful relationship with God, a reflective spiritual life, and the building of a grace-filled community.”
  The school is directed by the teaching mission of the Catholic Church.
3. Our Mission - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/about/our-mission · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “De La Salle High School provides a Lasallian Catholic education rooted in liberal arts that prepares young people for life and college.”
  The mission is a Lasallian Catholic education rooted in the liberal arts.

Campus culture

87 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Grade 9: the Brotherhood freshman retreat (half day. Oct. 14, 2026); grade 10: Metanoia, a one-day retreat for each sophomore religion class (March-April 2027); grade 11: FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day, a one-day service retreat for each junior religion class (February 2027); grade 12: the Senior Kairos Retreat (three days, two nights; optional, five sessions in 2026-27). The grade 9-11 retreats are part of the Religious Studies curriculum.)
Sources (3)
1. Retreat Experiences - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/retreat-experiences · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Campus Ministry department offers a number of retreat opportunities at all grade levels. The freshmen and sophomore retreats, as well as the Junior Immersion Program, are integrated into our Religious Studies curriculum.”
  Retreats are offered at all grade levels, and the grade 9-11 retreats are part of the Religious Studies curriculum.
2. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Metanoia, named after a profound transformation, is a 1 day sophomore retreat. Each of our sophomore religion classes attend this retreat and spend a day learning how Jesus stood up and intervened in situations to protect the marginalized and the vulnerable around him.”
  Every sophomore religion class makes the one-day Metanoia retreat on protecting the marginalized and vulnerable.
  “The Junior Retreat, also known as FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day , is a one day experience for each of our Junior Religion classes to complete a meaningful day of Service at Monument Crisis Center.”
  Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat at the Monument Crisis Center.
  “De La Salle’s Freshman Retreat, the Brotherhood, is a half-day experience where freshmen Spartans come together to build brotherhood.”
  Freshmen make a half-day retreat, the Brotherhood.
  “The Senior Kairos Retreat brings the entire De La Salle experience into focus. This is an optional, three-day and two-night experience”
  Seniors may make the optional three-day Kairos retreat.
3. Campus Ministry Calendar - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/calendar · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | Freshman Retreat |”
  The 2026-27 freshman retreat is on October 14, 2026.
Yes:
Campus ministry staffTwo or more (3 ministry staff counted from the Campus Ministry staff list: Andrew Berkes (Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats), Maile Shelley (Campus Minister for Service and Justice) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain). The office assistant is not counted.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministry - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Campus Ministry Staff Mr. Andrew Berkes Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats berkesa@dlshs.org (925) 288-8119 Ms. Maile Shelley Campus Minister for Service and Justice shelleym@dlshs.org (925) 288-8110 Mrs. Lynn Guidi Office Assistant guidil@dlshs.org (925) 288-8185 Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 Chaplain hallisseyl@dlshs.org (925) 288-8218”
  Campus Ministry staff are Andrew Berkes and Maile Shelley (campus ministers), Lynn Guidi (office assistant) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain).
Partly:
Faith-based student groups or clubsOne (Lasallian Youth, a Campus Ministry group open to all students that studies and lives out the principles of a Lasallian school through service and Campus Ministry events. The other service clubs listed (e.g., Healing Spaces, Interact, Red Cross) are not presented as faith groups.)
Sources (2)
1. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LASALLIAN YOUTH All students are welcome to be a part of this group that seeks to study and live out the principles important to the identity of a Lasallian school.”
  Lasallian Youth is a Campus Ministry group open to all students.
2. Spartan Life - Clubs (De La Salle Student Activities)sites.google.com/dlshs.org/dlshsactivities/clubs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Healing Spaces Interact Lasallian Youth Made With Love* Rare & Exceptional Disease Club Red Cross Students for Global Service”
  The school's club directory lists Lasallian Youth among its service clubs.
Not enough information:
Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Service and Catholic social teaching

81 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
Required service hoursFewer than 40 hours (Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat (FSC Day) at the Monument Crisis Center as part of the Religious Studies curriculum. Required service not counted in hours is 'some'.)
Sources (2)
1. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Junior Retreat, also known as FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day , is a one day experience for each of our Junior Religion classes to complete a meaningful day of Service at Monument Crisis Center.”
  Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat at the Monument Crisis Center.
2. Retreat Experiences - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/retreat-experiences · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Campus Ministry department offers a number of retreat opportunities at all grade levels. The freshmen and sophomore retreats, as well as the Junior Immersion Program, are integrated into our Religious Studies curriculum.”
  Retreats are offered at all grade levels, and the grade 9-11 retreats are part of the Religious Studies curriculum.
Yes:
Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (The Religious Studies Department states that its coursework promotes the Church's mission of service, with special regard for the poor, the God-given dignity of all persons and common responsibility for humanity's future (themes of Catholic social teaching); the sophomore retreat taken by each religion class focuses on protecting the marginalized and vulnerable.)
Sources (2)
1. Religious Studies - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-departments/religious-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our coursework promotes the Church's mission of service, with special regard for the economically challenged, the recognition of the God-given dignity of all persons, and our common responsibility for the future of humanity.”
  Religious Studies coursework teaches the Church's mission of service, regard for the poor and the dignity of all persons.
2. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Metanoia, named after a profound transformation, is a 1 day sophomore retreat. Each of our sophomore religion classes attend this retreat and spend a day learning how Jesus stood up and intervened in situations to protect the marginalized and the vulnerable around him.”
  Every sophomore religion class makes the one-day Metanoia retreat on protecting the marginalized and vulnerable.
Not enough information:
Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (VENAVER immersions for juniors and seniors, grounded in Catholic social teaching (2026-27: Blackfeet Nation, Browning, Montana, Sept. 19-26. Chicago with the Br. David Darst Center for Justice & Peace, Mar. 29-Apr. 2), plus the junior FSC service day and Campus Ministry charity drives.)
Sources (2)
1. Immersion Programs - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/immersion-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Juniors and seniors also have the opportunity to participate in our VENAVER immersion programs which find their foundation in the rich tradition of Catholic Social Teaching and the Old Testament.”
  VENAVER immersions for juniors and seniors are grounded in Catholic social teaching.
  “VENAVER Chicago is an immersion experience with the Br. David Darst Center for Justice & Peace, Spirituality & Education. The immersion will focus on social justice issues such as homelessness, food insecurity, incarceration, education, and immigration.”
  VENAVER Chicago is a social justice immersion with the Br. David Darst Center.
  “VENAVER Montana will take place from September 19-26, 2026, in Browning, Montana.”
  VENAVER Montana runs September 19-26, 2026.
2. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Junior Retreat, also known as FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day , is a one day experience for each of our Junior Religion classes to complete a meaningful day of Service at Monument Crisis Center.”
  Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat at the Monument Crisis Center.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

A priest chaplain celebrates Mass in the school chapel every weekday morning, and two campus ministers serve the school with him.
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Campus Ministry Staff Mr. Andrew Berkes Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats berkesa@dlshs.org (925) 288-8119 Ms. Maile Shelley Campus Minister for Service and Justice shelleym@dlshs.org (925) 288-8110 Mrs. Lynn Guidi Office Assistant guidil@dlshs.org (925) 288-8185 Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 Chaplain hallisseyl@dlshs.org (925) 288-8218”
  Campus Ministry staff are Andrew Berkes and Maile Shelley (campus ministers), Lynn Guidi (office assistant) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain).
2. Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
  The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.
Religious Studies is required in all four years (40 credits), with Introduction to Philosophy among the senior options.
Sources (3)
1. Graduation Requirements - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-courses/graduation-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies 1 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 2 (10 Credits) Religious Studies 3 (10 Credits) Senior Religious Studies (10 Credits) Note: Senior Religious Studies consists of one semester of a Capstone Course (either Senior Synthesis or Spiritual Journey) and one semester of an Elective (World Religions, Introduction to Philosophy, or Christian Service).”
  Religious Studies is required in all four years, with senior options including Introduction to Philosophy.
2. General Requirements - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-courses/general-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Subject | Number of Years | Total Credits | Religious Studies | 4 | 40 | English | 4 | 40 |”
  Religious Studies requires 4 years and 40 credits, the same as English.
3. Religious Studies - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/academics/academic-departments/religious-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Introduction to Philosophy - P Philosophy : Beyond Good and Evil - P (New Course)”
  The Religious Studies department offers two philosophy courses.
Each of grades 9-11 has a retreat built into the Religious Studies curriculum, including a junior service day at the Monument Crisis Center, and seniors may make Kairos.
Sources (2)
1. Retreat Experiences - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/retreat-experiences · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Campus Ministry department offers a number of retreat opportunities at all grade levels. The freshmen and sophomore retreats, as well as the Junior Immersion Program, are integrated into our Religious Studies curriculum.”
  Retreats are offered at all grade levels, and the grade 9-11 retreats are part of the Religious Studies curriculum.
2. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Metanoia, named after a profound transformation, is a 1 day sophomore retreat. Each of our sophomore religion classes attend this retreat and spend a day learning how Jesus stood up and intervened in situations to protect the marginalized and the vulnerable around him.”
  Every sophomore religion class makes the one-day Metanoia retreat on protecting the marginalized and vulnerable.
  “The Junior Retreat, also known as FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day , is a one day experience for each of our Junior Religion classes to complete a meaningful day of Service at Monument Crisis Center.”
  Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat at the Monument Crisis Center.
  “The Senior Kairos Retreat brings the entire De La Salle experience into focus. This is an optional, three-day and two-night experience”
  Seniors may make the optional three-day Kairos retreat.
Campus Ministry runs VENAVER immersions grounded in Catholic social teaching, including a Chicago immersion with the Br. David Darst Center for Justice & Peace.
Sources (1)
1. Immersion Programs - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/immersion-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Juniors and seniors also have the opportunity to participate in our VENAVER immersion programs which find their foundation in the rich tradition of Catholic Social Teaching and the Old Testament.”
  VENAVER immersions for juniors and seniors are grounded in Catholic social teaching.
  “VENAVER Chicago is an immersion experience with the Br. David Darst Center for Justice & Peace, Spirituality & Education. The immersion will focus on social justice issues such as homelessness, food insecurity, incarceration, education, and immigration.”
  VENAVER Chicago is a social justice immersion with the Br. David Darst Center.

Concerns

Required service consists of the one-day junior FSC service retreat.
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Junior Retreat, also known as FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) Day , is a one day experience for each of our Junior Religion classes to complete a meaningful day of Service at Monument Crisis Center.”
  Every junior religion class completes a one-day service retreat at the Monument Crisis Center.
All-school Masses are held about six times a year rather than monthly, and confession is offered at one Lenten reconciliation service.
Sources (2)
1. Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “School Liturgies Date | Description | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | Mass of the Holy Spirit | Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | International Lasallian Days of Peace Liturgy | Friday, November 18, 2026 | Thanksgiving Prayer Service | Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | Immaculate Conception Liturgy | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | Ash Wednesday | Thursday, March 11, 2027 | Reconciliation Service | Tuesday, March 23, 2027 | Holy Week Liturgy | Wednesday, April 28, 2027 | Founders Day Mass |”
  The 2026-27 school liturgies include the Mass of the Holy Spirit, a Lasallian Days of Peace liturgy, the Immaculate Conception liturgy, Ash Wednesday, a Holy Week liturgy and the Founders Day Mass, plus Thanksgiving and reconciliation services.
2. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Throughout the year, Campus Ministry provides a variety of liturgical experiences that reflect the cycle of the liturgical calendar, such as a school-wide Reconciliation Service during Lent and Masses throughout the year.”
  A school-wide Reconciliation Service is held during Lent, and Masses throughout the year.
The senior Kairos retreat is optional.
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student-Parent Handbook - De La Salle High Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1784663609/delasallehigh/xr96ycl4oidxsxzusm8n/2026-27Student-ParentHandbook.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Senior Kairos Retreat brings the entire De La Salle experience into focus. This is an optional, three-day and two-night experience”
  Seniors may make the optional three-day Kairos retreat.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry and School Chapel, De La Salle High School

Address: 1130 Winton Drive, Concord, CA 94518
Location: On campus
Facilities: School Chapel (daily Mass)

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Source: dlshs.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, dlshs.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, dlshs.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

13 groups and regular activities · 6 on campus, 5 off campus, 2 location not published

Retreats 4

Senior Kairos RetreatOff campus
Five sessions in 2026-27 (Aug. 7-9, 2026 through April 2027)
Optional three-day, two-night retreat for seniors at the Vallombrosa and Passionist retreat centers.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org
Father & Son and Parent & Son retreatsOff campus
Oct. 10-11, 2026; Jan. 16-17, 2027
Overnight retreats for students of all grades with a parent, at Vallombrosa Retreat Center in Menlo Park.
dlshs.org, dlshs.org
Freshman Retreat (the Brotherhood)
Oct. 14, 2026
Half-day community-building retreat for freshmen, part of the Religious Studies curriculum; location not published.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org, dlshs.org
Sophomore Retreat (Metanoia)
Mondays, March-April 2027
One-day retreat for each sophomore religion class on how Jesus protected the marginalized and vulnerable; location not published.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org

Service 4

Junior FSC (Faith, Service, & Community) DayOff campus
February 2027
One-day service retreat for each junior religion class at the Monument Crisis Center in Concord.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org
VENAVER immersionsOff campus
Sept. 19-26, 2026 (Browning, Montana); Mar. 29-Apr. 2, 2027 (Chicago)
Multi-day service and justice immersions for juniors and seniors, grounded in Catholic social teaching; the Chicago trip is with the Br. David Darst Center for Justice & Peace.
dlshs.org, dlshs.org, dlshs.org
Healing SpacesOff campus
Yearly project
Club shared with Carondelet High School that renovates a living space for someone in need each year.
dlshs.org
Charity drivesOn campus
Throughout the year
Campus Ministry charity drives, including an annual Toy Drive benefiting groups such as the Oakland Catholic Worker.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org

Clubs and groups 1

Lasallian YouthOn campus
Campus Ministry group open to all students that prepares Campus Ministry events and joins service projects with other Lasallian schools.
resources.finalsite.net, sites.google.com

Liturgy and prayer 4

Daily MassOn campus
Monday-Friday, 7:45 AM
Morning Mass in the School Chapel celebrated by the chaplain; it ends in time for class, and families are invited.
dlshs.org, docs.google.com
All-school liturgiesOn campus
2026-27: Aug. 26, Oct. 7, Dec. 8, Feb. 10, Mar. 23, Apr. 28
Mass of the Holy Spirit, a Mass for Peace during the Lasallian Days for Peace, Immaculate Conception, Ash Wednesday, Holy Week and Founders Day Mass, planned and carried out with students.
dlshs.org, dlshs.org, docs.google.com
Class and family MassesOn campus
2026-27: Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Mar. 7, May 14
New Student Welcome Liturgy, Sophomore Father/Son Liturgy, Junior Mass of Unity, Senior Mother/Son Liturgy and the Baccalaureate Mass.
dlshs.org, resources.finalsite.net
Reconciliation Service and prayer servicesOn campus
Lent (Mar. 11, 2027); Thanksgiving; MLK Community Prayer (Jan. 15, 2027)
A school-wide Reconciliation Service during Lent, plus Thanksgiving and Lenten prayer services and an MLK community prayer.
resources.finalsite.net, dlshs.org, dlshs.org, dlshs.org

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Campus ministry

Campus Ministry

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Campus Ministry - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Campus Ministry Staff Mr. Andrew Berkes Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats berkesa@dlshs.org (925) 288-8119 Ms. Maile Shelley Campus Minister for Service and Justice shelleym@dlshs.org (925) 288-8110 Mrs. Lynn Guidi Office Assistant guidil@dlshs.org (925) 288-8185 Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 Chaplain hallisseyl@dlshs.org (925) 288-8218”
Campus Ministry staff are Andrew Berkes and Maile Shelley (campus ministers), Lynn Guidi (office assistant) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain).
“Campus Ministry Staff Mr. Andrew Berkes Campus Minister for Faith and Retreats berkesa@dlshs.org (925) 288-8119 Ms. Maile Shelley Campus Minister for Service and Justice shelleym@dlshs.org (925) 288-8110 Mrs. Lynn Guidi Office Assistant guidil@dlshs.org (925) 288-8185 Fr. LaSalle Hallissey '69 Chaplain hallisseyl@dlshs.org (925) 288-8218”
Campus Ministry staff are Andrew Berkes and Maile Shelley (campus ministers), Lynn Guidi (office assistant) and Fr. LaSalle Hallissey (Chaplain).
Worship and Prayer - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/worship-and-prayer · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.
“Fr. LaSalle also holds daily Mass in the School Chapel, Monday through Friday at 7:45 am.”
The chaplain celebrates Mass in the School Chapel every weekday at 7:45 a.m.
Retreat Experiences - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/retreat-experiences · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Our Campus Ministry department offers a number of retreat opportunities at all grade levels. The freshmen and sophomore retreats, as well as the Junior Immersion Program, are integrated into our Religious Studies curriculum.”
Retreats are offered at all grade levels, and the grade 9-11 retreats are part of the Religious Studies curriculum.
Contact Us - De La Salle High Schooldlshs.org/about/our-campus/contact-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Main Campus Address De La Salle High School 1130 Winton Drive Concord, CA 94518”
The campus is at 1130 Winton Drive, Concord, CA 94518.

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Academic Excellence

46 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of score76%
Students per teacher 25% of score12.6 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

Type	Independent Catholic school
Diocese	Diocese of Oakland, CA
Grades	9–12
Students (all grades)	1,042
Students in grades 9–12	1,042
Coed or single-sex	All-male
Student–teacher ratio	12.6 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges	76%
Setting	Suburb

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Oakland

The Most Reverend Michael C. Barber, Bishop of Oakland

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: oakdiocese.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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NCES school ID 00074902
1130 Winton Dr, Concord, CA 94518
(925) 288-8124
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Is De La Salle High School a Catholic high school?: Yes. De La Salle High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Oakland. Its sponsor is De La Salle Christian Brothers (District of San Francisco New Orleans).
What is De La Salle High School’s Compass Score?: 74 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at De La Salle High School?: Mass is listed at School Chapel and De La Salle High School. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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