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What was the primary purpose of De La Salle’s meeting with Adrian Nyel?
Which agreement did De La Salle give to Adrian Nyel during their meeting?
Who helped establish the first permanent community of teachers?
What issue did De La Salle observe among the teachers at the schools?
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When did the first Christian school, opened by Nyel, officially begin operations?
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What concern did Catherine Levesque have before she donated to Nyel's school?
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What did De La Salle organize for the teachers during Holy Week of 1681?
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What was De La Salle's original expected future role before meeting Adrian Nyel?
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What was the primary reason for DLS moving the teachers into his own home on the Rue St.Marguerite?
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What led DLS to decide to resign as Canon of the Cathedral of Reims?
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During which period did DLS lose title to the family mansion on the Rue St.Marguerite?
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What significant life change did DLS experience during the famine in the winter of 1683-1684?
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What unique habit did DLS and the teachers adopt to signify their new identity?
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Which teacher became increasingly confident in handing over the direction of the schools to DLS?
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What concerns did DLS face after moving to the 'Cradle of the Institute'?
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What was one effect of DLS's decision to immerse himself in the education of the poor?
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Study Notes
Meeting with Adrian Nyel
- St. John Baptist De La Salle encountered Adrian Nyel, who was sent to establish a school for poor boys in Reims.
- Nyel was introduced to De La Salle by St. Francoise Duval at the Sisters of Child Jesus Convent.
- De La Salle advised Nyel to keep the school project discreet and to operate under the Parish Priest's guidance.
- After initial delays, De La Salle assisted Nyel in connecting with parish priests, leading to the opening of the first Christian school on April 15, 1679.
Opening the First Christian School
- The establishment of the first Christian school was motivated by a commitment to provide education for the underprivileged.
- De La Salle's involvement was crucial after recognizing issues of discipline and carelessness among teachers in the existing schools.
- Support from local benefactors, including Catherine Levesque, was essential for the growth and expansion of educational initiatives.
First Permanent Community of Teachers
- The first permanent community of teachers was formed when De La Salle began to take a more active role in the education of poor boys.
- De La Salle began inviting teachers to live and work together in his home, leading to the inception of a unified teaching community focused on a shared mission.
Agreed Agenda during the First General Assembly
- Specific details about the agenda from the First General Assembly are not provided, but the assembly would have likely addressed the challenges faced by teachers, discipline issues, and the educational methodologies to be employed.
- This assembly marked a pivotal moment as De La Salle moved toward establishing a structured educational framework and community for teachers.
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Description
This quiz explores the foundational moments in the life of St. John Baptist De La Salle, including his meeting with Adrian Nyel, the reasons for opening the first Christian school, and the establishment of the initial teaching community. It also covers the agreements reached during the First General Assembly, providing insight into De La Salle's educational legacy.
