School Newsletter
February 7, 2020
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Dear families,
Our heart-felt thanks to all who contributed to the success of our Catholic Schools Week Open House. Being new to Presentation, we were in awe at how the whole community pulled together to demonstrate how this school develops the minds, bodies, and spirits of all students. All of the displays and their spokespersons gave such a warm welcome to prospective families and were able to speak to the merits of their particular display whether it be classroom teachers, athletics, scouts, student council, SAC, yearbook, ELC, Science Fair, and POPs. Thank you as this shows the breadth of all that is offered at Presentation. A special thanks to Ms. Prahl for organizing the Book Fair. Everyone likes to buy books. How cool was it that we not only demonstrated how we develop the bodies with athletics but also were able to feed the bodies with a terrific Pancake Breakfast? Thank you Knights of Columbus. Perhaps you did not know it, but we had eighth graders giving tours of the school to our guests. The
principals of the day
thanked the tour guides with a pizza lunch. Speaking of
Principals for the Day,
our thanks to Oliver Howell and Jake and Jonah Henslin for managing the school during Catholic Schools Week. That opportunity was the result of bidding during the
Live Auction
at the Panther Pride Auction & Benefit in November. We are not certain who enjoyed it more, the boys or the principals.
This deserves a new paragraph. A HUGE thank you to Mary Davini and Denise Legato for orchestrating everything behind the scenes before, during, and after the open house. It was a huge undertaking. Again, we were in awe.
2020-2021 Re-Registration
This week we opened re-registration for all students K-8. An email went out earlier in the week along with a flyer in the Thursday folders.
Registration will be open from Feb. 3- March 2.
It is critical that families register within this time-frame. Beginning March 3, we will review the forms and begin making financial aid and staffing decisions based on the enrollment numbers. Being new, we hear that in years past re-registrations were not completed by the due date, which made tuition assistance and program planning very difficult. Please register now at
https://www.tads.com
.
If you have any questions please contact our Director of Advancement, Sam Rita, at
srita@presentationofmary.org.
News from the Advancement Office
Two new families toured the school this week In addition to the tours given during Open House. Word is out in the community about all that Presentation of Mary School has to offer. Go Panthers!
Angel Fund Prayers
On Mondays, students continue to pray for those who have donated to the Angel Fund
.
The
thank you letter
states that “we are so very grateful for the donation and will pray for you,” and WE DO!
Blessings on your week ahead,
W. Gary Faust, Ed. S.
Mary Kane, Ed. S.
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Raffle Ticket Sales!!
As of today we have raised $6,080 in raffle ticket sales! We are 40% of the way to our $15,000 goal! There are still open spots for families to sell tickets before and after all Presentation weekend masses, as well as masses at a few local parishes. Please see
this SignUp Genius
to grab a spot. It is a great opportunity to sell tickets!
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Summer Program
Our summer program is in need of more staff! We need to add at least three more people in an effort to meet insurance and archdiocesan safe environment requirements. If you or anyone you know is looking for summer work, please have them contact Mary or Gary at
principal@presentationofmary.org
. Hours are flexible. This is a great opportunity for college students, particularly those that are going into education or a field relating to children.
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Aim Higher Scholarship Deadline
The deadline for Aim Higher scholarships is fast approaching. Applications must be in by
February 18th
. To apply, complete the financial aid application on TADS and simply check the Aim Higher Scholarship box while completing the application. You can access the financial aid application
here
.
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RSVP is REQUIRED by
February 9th
(wrist corsage order is due by that date):
http://evite.me/JH6PU2ebD6
(RSVP preferred using this Evite link). But if you have any difficulties with this, text 612-964-3059 with the number of children and adults.
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Thank you to everyone who contributed to our food drive during Catholic Schools Week. We collected 1,400 pounds of foods for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. It will be used to help the roughly 5,000 people they feed per week. Thank you!
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Panera Fundraiser
Come out for a meal at Panera on Wednesday, February 12th from 4-8pm and raise some money for Presentation. Show
this flyer
when you order and Panera will donate a portion of the proceeds to our school.
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No Busing or Hot Lunch!!
Please note that on Tuesday, March 3rd there will be no Maplewood bus and no hot lunch as District 622 will be closed. The St. Paul bus will still run.
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Coronavirus Information
We understand staff, parents, and students may have questions and concerns about the 2019 novel (new) coronavirus, termed 2019-nCoV, particularly if you have ties to anyone or you yourself have had recent travel to China where the outbreak began.
The available information about this virus suggests a low immediate health risk for the public. There is no need to cancel events, isolate, or avoid anyone because they have recently traveled to China. As always, we recommend that people stay home when sick, cover their cough, and practice good hand hygiene. These recommendations are especially important during cold and flu season.
For assistance with questions, call the Minnesota Department of Health at 651-201-5414 or 1-877-676-5414.
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You are invited to an extraordinary dinner and community dialogue!
‘Be Well’ IZI Building Self-Healing Communities An Intentional Social Interaction (IZI)
When? Tuesday, March 10th, 2020, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Where? Fairview Community Center
GREAT ROOM
1910 County Road B West Roseville, MN (use entrance by Flag Pole)
YES! This event is FREE!
YES! Children, Parents and Youth are welcome!
YES! Grandparents Raising Grandchildren are welcome!
YES! You can bring a friend!
Hosted by: The Suburban Ramsey Family Collaborative (SRFC) partners, YWCA St. Paul, American Indian Family Center (AIFC), Shoreview YMCA, Minnesota Communities Caring for Children, Parent and Youth Leaders, Ramsey County - Early Childhood Initiative, and St. Paul/Ramsey County Public Health Mental Health and Well Being
or call 651-604-3585
MASSAGE • THERAPY DOG • YOGA• SELF CARE • FAMILY CARE • COMMUNITY CARE • and more!
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A special thank you to the Aim Higher Foundation for providing a warm welcome to our Advancement Director, Sam Rita. Keep up the good work, Sam!
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Interested in volunteering or donating a prize?
Contact
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Referral Program
Know someone looking for a great school community? Send them our way - we would love to meet them and show them all Presentation has to offer! If they enroll and attend the first day of school next year, your registration fee will be waived.
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Click
here
to view February lunch menu
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.
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Basketball:
The Presentation boys continue to be a phenomenal team. They played Trinity of Hudson on 1/27 and won 47-17, and on 2/3 they beat St. Patrick's of Hudosn and won 70-39!
Come cheer them on for their last season game, to be played at home. As a reminder, up to date schedules can be found
here
.
2/10 - 4:00pm
vs. Mounds Park Academy White
Swimming:
The Swiminators have been hard at work getting ready for their first meet. It will be this Sunday, February 9th in Lakeville. We wish them all the best!
We participate in the Catholic Athletic Association. For the most current schedules and locations, please refer to their website at:
http://www.stpaulcaa.org/index
.
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Preschool - Outdoor Winter Clothing: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, gloves, mittens
Kindergarten - stickers of any shape and color
First Grade - egg timers, digital timers, colored pencils
Office - Large, clear plastic totes
Please bring donations to the school office with a note labeling who they are for. Thank you!
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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.
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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.
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