School Newsletter
May 8, 2020
Principal's Page
Mission Control, Mission Control, we have blast off!

Yes Presentation families, with the dedication and expertise of our esteemed faculty, we have successfully launched into the next four weeks of distance learning. I want you to know how much we appreciated having those two non-instructional days to prepare learning packets and more online lessons. You’ll notice that teachers are experimenting with various kinds of synchronous activities. Middle School hosted 6 th and 7 th grade small groups to work on math, 4 th grade played Sparkle and students shared their own Pourquoi Tales, and 2 nd grade came prepared to talk about one thing from home. All of the students are learning about the proper etiquette for online conferencing. Just think how these experiences will make them college and career ready in the future!

The specialists have had some great responses from the students as well. In Spanish they learned about Cinco de Mayo. Several students submitted videos that reported in Spanish what they ate for lunch that day. This activity related to the vocabulary they were learning. There was one first grader that went one step further and held up a Hispanic flag and wished Dr. Johnson Happy Cinco de Mayo (I think? I did not take Spanish in school, haha).     

Speaking of Spanish vocabulary, second grade submitted videos where they took vocabulary words and placed them on the appropriate piece of furniture. Since this was done electronically, you could see the kids do it as well as listen to them pronounce the word in Spanish. Some of the upper grade students worked on Spanish Choice Boards. It looked like they engaged their whole family in the activity.

In Phy. Ed. some of the students were doing backyard yoga. Second graders were busy getting ready for Mother’s Day as they identified a special woman in their life. They are studying about our Blessed Mother, Mary.  

We know that all of you are also playing a significant role in distance learning. Thank you for supporting our educational efforts at this very unusual time. Stay healthy!

Panther Prayers and Pride, and a very Happy Mother's Day to all of the incredible women that play such an important role in our students' lives! May you be showered in love and relaxation!

Mary Kane, Co-Principal

Update from the Advancement Office

GiveMN

Our GiveMN goal was set to $10,000! Today is the last day to donate before the deadline at midnight tonight! We are so close to meeting our goal currently at $9,272! Thank you to everyone who has donated so far! It is an ambitious goal and Presentation has not backed down from that challenge. Every donation matters and is very appreciated! An update with the final numbers will be sent out this weekend! Thank you again Presentation community for participating in our Week of Giving! If you are interested in donating please go to https://www.givemn.org/giving-events/giveathomemn20/home .


CSCOE Bash

CSCOE Bash was a huge success! 100% of the school banners were purchased but our banner was auctioned off for the highest bidding banner of the Bash! Our banner had 10 bids and was sold for $1,200. The next closest school banner was sold for $800. Thank you to everyone who showed support to CSCOE and Presentation by participating in the auction and bidding on our banner!

Sam Rita, Director of Advancement
Pick Up/Drop Off Friday, May 29

Mark your calendars for a final pick up/drop off at school on Friday, May 29th. We will use this day to get you anything that is still in students' desks or lockers and allow to to drop off anything you have at home that needs to come back to school. It may be a good idea to start looking around the house for things that need to be returned (library/classroom books, recorders that were used in music class, etc.). We will also be collecting any gently used uniforms that you wish to donate to the uniform exchange. Please wash all uniforms prior to donating them. Details on time and instructions on how this pick up/drop off will work are forthcoming.
Presentation of Mary Discovery Center

Lake Area Discovery Center is celebrating 20 years of helping children grow in Gods love. Presentation of Mary Discovery Center has the program for you and your family. POM Discovery Center offers preschool for children ages 3, 4 and 5 as well as before and after school care. POM also offers care for infants and toddlers! POM Discovery Center seeks to support parents and children through a creative environment that promotes and teaches Christian values, honors diversity, and fosters fellowship within the greater community. Check out their website at:   https://ladcfamilies.org/  

During these unprecedented challenging times, LADC is currently open serving first responders in our community. Please join us in praying for these teachers who are helping those on the front lines, they are appreciated more than they can ever know.
From the National Catholic Education Association

As the world adjusts to the current state of routine, parents and children are facing new challenges. May's Parent Engagement flyer (in English and Spanish ) encourages us all to think deeply about parenthood and the responsibility of grounding this role in the teachings of Jesus. 
Reminder for Box Tops collectors! The Box Tops for Education program is transitioning into a digital-only format. Box Tops is changing to fit today's families. The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school's earnings online.
Visit their  website to learn more and download the app today!

Please note that if you would prefer not to install the app once the program is fully digital you can still raise money for Presentation. Simply turn your receipts into the school office noting that they are for the Box Tops Program and we will scan them for you!
Have some Box Tops that you have clipped? Attach them to this fun collecting sheet and turn them in!
The Old Box Tops Clips

Traditional Box Tops clips are being phased out of production, but may continue to be found on many products throughout the store. You can still clip and send them to school.
Every valid Box Tops clip is worth 10¢ for your school.  Make sure each one has a clearly visible product acronym and expiration date.
The New Box Tops Labels

Eventually the Box Tops program will become digital-only. Participating brands are starting to change their packaging from a traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Top label.
If you see this label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your receipt. Box Tops are still worth 10¢ each for your school. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your school's earnings online.
Please keep your lunch account current.
Log into:

All money for lunch accounts must now be entered online, cash or checks will no longer be accepted.

Please contact the school office if you are having trouble logging in.
Looking Ahead
Our Mission: The purpose of Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary School is to provide a Catholic community that fosters the religious and academic development of the individual student in a safe and welcoming learning environment.
Our Philosophy: Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary School creates a supportive Catholic community committed to the Gospel message that calls us to faith, service, and worship. An environment of respect, peace and justice fosters an appreciation of God’s gift of life in all people. Each student is empowered to develop their own potential, which will lead to excellence in academics, athletic activities and the fine arts.