| Patron Saint of Teachers | |
|---|---|
| Born | 30 April 1651 Reims, France |
| Died | 7 April 1719 (aged 67) Saint-Yon, Rouen, France |
| Honored in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Beatified | February 19, 1888 |
| Canonized | May 29, 1900, by Pope Leo XIII |
| Majorshrine | Sanctuary of John Baptist de La Salle, Casa Generalizia, Rome, Italy |
| Feast | Church: April 7 May 15 (General Roman Calendar1904-1969, and Lasallian institutions) |
| Attributes | stretched right arm with finger pointing up, instructing two children standing near him, books |
| Patronage | All Teachers of Youth (May 15, 1950, Pius XII), Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools,Lasallian educational institutions, educators, school principals, teachers |
Saint Jean-Baptiste de La Salle or John Baptist de La Salle (30 April 1651 – 7 April 1719) was a priest, educational reformer, and founder ofInstitute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. He is a saint of the Roman Catholic church and the patron saint of teachers.
He dedicated much of his life for the education of poor children in France; in doing so, he started many lasting educational practices. He is considered the founder of the first Catholic schools.
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