December 9–15, 2024 - This week highlights the transformative role of computer science in shaping our future and encourages students to explore the exciting opportunities available in the field of technology.
Innovation & Design
innovation and design
We Speak the Language of Innovation
The Innovation and Design Department at La Salle College High School is dedicated to equipping students with the skills and tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our program fosters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration by seamlessly integrating technology into both classroom and real-world applications. Through hands-on experiences with networking, programming, multimedia, and digital design tools, students are empowered to take ownership of their learning, amplify their voices, and shape the future with confidence.
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Experience a transformative education with La Salle College High School's Innovation and Design Curriculum.
Immerse yourself in project-based assessments designed to cultivate the future-ready skills necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Our curriculum provides a personalized and hands-on approach, allowing students to unlock their creativity and build confidence through practical, real-world applications.
With over 20 electives emphasizing design thinking, collaboration, and innovation, students gain access to cutting-edge resources both on and off campus. These include industry-standard tools such as Office 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, Cisco Networking Academy, CodeHS, and AutoDesk, as well as diverse learning environments like our state-of-the-art computer lab, the WEXPtv Video and Podcast Studio, a fully equipped Robotics Lab, and the newly established eSports and Adobe Design Academy Lab.
Aligned with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards, our program develops Empowered Learners, Digital Citizens, Knowledge Constructors, Innovative Designers, Computational Thinkers, Creative Communicators, and Global Collaborators.
Students can explore independent study courses in networking, video production, graphic design, and web design, engaging in experiential learning tailored to their interests. These courses also enable students to create professional digital portfolios and earn industry-standard certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, Adobe, and AutoDesk—right on campus.
Our latest initiative, the IT Professional and Digital Media & Communications Concentration Programs, provide students with a specialized pathway toward careers and college majors in technology and media. This program offers unique opportunities to gain recognition from leading colleges and prepare for success in the dynamic world of innovation.
For more information on course selection and extracurricular opportunities, contact our Department Chair via email at Johnsonr@lschs.org.
Latest Innovation Department News
Kieran Murtha '25 and Oliver Gomez '25 both spent 5 weeks this semester as part of the KYW NewsStudies Program hosted Annually at KYW Studios in Philadelphia. Listen to their podcasts!
Sean, currently a freshmen at Villanova University and producing content for the basketball team, won the Mid-Atlantic NATAS Emmy for Multimedia Journalist in May 2024.
Since 1968, KYW Newsradio has given high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a major market radio station with the Newstudies student reporter program.
Professionals from various fields – photography, for example – are teaching elective courses through the program, offering their knowledge and then giving the students a chance to develop their skills through real-world experience.
Anchor Danny Rovi earned an Emmy nomination in the talent category for the 4th straight year and our behind the scenes crew of producers and editors picked up nominations for the 5th consecutive year as well.
This partnership will add a full competitive Esports Club to our already robust technology offerings, as well as new curricular options to expose students to the emerging field of Esports and Media Production.
He is the first student from La Salle College High School to be awarded this full scholarship since the program's inception in 1994.
La Salle will offer AWS Academy Cloud Foundations and Machine Learning Foundations as part of its Innovation and Design Department Curriculum starting in 2024.
WEXP Student Producers won Emmy Awards in the following categories: Sports, Editor, and Video Essay. Overall, students received 8 total nominations.