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DeSales is a self-sufficient Archdiocesan-sponsored Catholic high school for boys, serving families in and around the Louisville area.
DeSales is a learning community made up of its students and their families; its faculty, staff and administration; its alumni; and, community supporters.
The mission of St. Francis DeSales High School is to provide each student a unique learning experience that daily recognizes his God-given dignity; promotes his spiritual, academic and personal growth; guides him to more fully live a Christian values-based life; challenges him to achieve high standards in pursuit of ever higher goals; and instills confidence in his ability to successfully face the future.
The DeSales learning community seeks to nurture the unique talents and abilities of its members by providing a variety of learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.
It sets standards in all areas and holds each member accountable for meeting these standards.
It continues to be an educational leader by encouraging and promoting best practice and by proactively addressing the ever-changing needs of the community.
Club or Organization: Academic Team, Ambassadors Club, CABO, Chemistry Club, Chess Club, Environmental Club, Key Club, KUNA, Math Team, National Honor Society, Peer Leaders, Student Government, Technology Leaders, Yearbook Club
School Notes
DeSales is a self-sufficient Archdiocesan-sponsored Catholic
high school for boys, serving families in and around the Louisville
area. DeSales is a learning community made up of its students and
their families; its faculty, staff and administration; its alumni;
and, community supporters. The mission of St. Francis DeSales High
School is to provide each student a unique learning experience that
daily recognizes his God-given dignity; promotes his spiritual,
academic and personal growth; guides him to more fully live a
Christian values-based life; challenges him to achieve high
standards in pursuit of ever higher goals; and instills confidence
in his ability to successfully face the future. The DeSales
learning community seeks to nurture the unique talents and
abilities of its members by providing a variety of learning
experiences both in and out of the classroom. It sets standards in
all areas and holds each member accountable for meeting these
standards. It continues to be an educational leader by encouraging
and promoting best practice and by proactively addressing the
ever-changing needs of the community.
De Sales High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. De Sales High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for most sports offered.
Grades: PK-12 | 434 students71 miles 3900 Rapid Run Drive Lexington, KY 40515 (859) 271-0079
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57/19/2017
I had an excellent experience at DeSales. I was academically and socially prepared for college and still use the life lessons I learned in high school today. A wonderful school and community.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Justin
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