School Newsletter
May 15, 2020
Principal's Page
Dear Presentation Families,

While this spring has been laden with so much uncertainty, there is one thing for sure, we can look forward to the receipt of the Presentation Yearbook. You may remember that the Yearbook is a masterpiece created by some very talented 8 th grade leaders. Luckily, this year’s themes, design, copy, clip art, captions, and layout were all underway prior to our longer than expected hiatus. Nonetheless, Genevieve, Maggie, Adeline, Gabe, and Olivia continued to assist our editor, Mrs. Gilbert, during the hiatus. You can expect your yearbook to be delivered on May 29 as part of the last drive up.  Here is the link for the order form.  

When you think about the skills that are developed with this type of extra-curricular activity, you have to be in awe of this masterpiece. Gabe designed the front and back cover and everyone had a hand in the selection of type, font, color, and backgrounds. They even invited second grader, Addy, to draw a picture of Mary for the yearbook. Nicely done, Addy! Of course this year’s yearbook would not be complete without a special photo tribute to our beloved teacher, Ashley Way. Just wait until you see the snapshots of Ashley in all of her glory. Our thanks to all who submitted photos for this tribute. God bless you Ashley!

Know that we are working on the roll out of other end of year activities. While they may look different, we hope to send everyone off for the summer with Panther Pride. In the meantime…

Panther Prayers for your good health and happiness,

Mary and Gary

Update from the Advancement Office

Greetings Presentation Community,

Wonderful news! Presentation set an ambitious goal at the last minute for a Week of Giving through GiveMN. Catholic Schools Center of Excellence (CSCOE) gave us a match up to $10,000. The Presentation community united to help us not only reach our goal of $10,000 but raise $12,946.84! Thank you to everyone who participated in #GiveAtHomeMN last week for the successful campaign! We had a total of 59 donors! Steve Hoeppner, head of the Schulze Family Foundation, reached out to congratulate the Presentation for coming together to raise our goal! So thank you again to all of our parents, parishioners, staff, and donors in helping Presentation to reach our goal! We are Panther Proud!

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.
Uniform Exchange

Don’t forget that every August Presentation offers a uniform exchange for those families looking for a lightly used uniform for the upcoming year.
This year’s exchange will take place on August 13, 2020, so please drop off any uniforms that are no longer needed at the pick-up/drop-off taking place on May 29th. Make sure the uniforms are laundered prior to drop off so they can be sorted according to size and packed away for the summer months. Thanks and know that your donation will be worn with Panther Pride. 
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.
Drama Club-Ashland Productions

Our student actors should maintain their acting skills and dance moves over the summer because we have just signed a contract with Ashland Theater for the 2021 ACT production, Sally Sells Seashells (and you can too!).  Look for more information to come out next year. Our thanks to Mrs. Mary Davini for being this year’s drama coordinator. 
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.