As we conclude the 2022-2023 academic year, I am also making plans for my own “graduation;” that is, my retirement. I am most grateful for the many notes of care and gratitude that so many have expressed since I announced my retirement plans, as well as the outpouring of affection for our mission and the young men entrusted to our care. Your continued generosity and affection for our school and mission give me great HOPE and faith in future success for this incredible mission that we call The De La Salle School. The young men who have graced and blessed our halls are the emerging face of America and represent a new generation of Lasallian leaders striving for a standard of academic excellence, morals and values that have been so much a part of our vision and history here on Long Island. The Lasallian legacy continues as the vision for our mission continues to grow and evolve because you have helped us plant and water the seed. With your continued support, I am confident that my successor Mrs. Elder, our principal Mrs. Becker along with the outstanding faculty and staff will carefully guide our students to become great stewards of our church and country.