Health Sciences
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The Health Sciences Concentration Program at LaSalle College High School is a transformative educational journey, preparing students for futures dedicated to individual and community well-being. In today's world, shaped by healthcare advances, understanding and contributing to health sciences are more crucial than ever. This specialized program ignites students' passion for health and medicine, providing a scientific foundation while fostering critical thinking, empathy, and practical skills. Beyond traditional learning, it offers a dynamic curriculum integrating hands-on experiences, cutting-edge research, and exposure to real-world healthcare scenarios.
As global health challenges increase the demand for knowledgeable and compassionate professionals, this program is essential. It equips students with vital knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and medical technologies while instilling a sense of responsibility and ethical conduct in healthcare. Participation opens doors to diverse career pathways, including medicine, nursing, public health, and biomedical research.
Emphasizing skills such as effective communication, teamwork, and cultural competence, the program recognizes their importance in the collaborative healthcare sector. Students not only gain a solid scientific foundation but also aspire to become compassionate and ethical healthcare leaders. The Health Sciences Concentration Program is a revolutionary experience, empowering students to impact the health and well-being of humankind. Welcome to a journey of discovery, growth, and service in the realm of health sciences!
For more information, contact the Concentration Coordinator, Dr. Michele Dimaira.
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Concentration Program News and Updates
La Salle College High School Launches Innovative "Introduction to Emerging Technologies" Course
Designed to immerse students in the transformative world of Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Content Creation, the course promises to empower learners with the tools and knowledge to thrive in technology-driven industries.
Innovation and Design Department Celebrates 2024 Computer Science Education Week
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.
Global Business Capstone Students Achieve Industry-Level Certifications in Microsoft Excel
La Salle College High School has been a long-time partner with Certiport, the industry-leader in technology certification, and offers students enrolled in our Concentration Programs an opportunity to earn an industry-level certification in Adobe, Microsoft, AutoDesk and Cisco software.
WEXPtv Producers Showcase Their Talents on KYW NewsRadio
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!
IT Concentration Capstone Students Dive into Machine Learning with AWS Academy
Sean Gallagher '24 Receives WEXPtv Program's First-Ever National High School Emmy Award Nomination
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.
WEXPtv Students Selected For KYW NewsStudies Program
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.
New Professionals In Residence Program Profiled by Suburban Life Magazine
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.
WEXPtv Media Program Wins Two Mid-Atlantic High School Emmy Awards
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.
Engineering Concentration Students Showcase Their Capstone Projects
On April 17th, eight Engineering Concentration seniors presented their capstone projects to a panel of engineering mentors as well as interested parents and underclassmen.