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IMPORTANT DATES
FEB. 20
NO SCHOOL
FEB. 22
P.A. Meeting 8:30am
Ash Wednesday
Liturgy
9:30am
Dress Uniform
Girls Basketball Home Game 3:45pm
FEB. 27
Dr. Thompson Speaker Series Presentation 6:30pm
MARCH 1
Re-enrollment contracts due
MARCH 2
Father-Daughter Event
MARCH 3
K assessments
MARCH 9
Minimum Day
MARCH 12
No School
March 22-23
Spring Musical!
Bye Bye Birdie!
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8th Grade President & First Ladies' Projects
In the lead-up to their trip to Washington, D.C. in April, our 8th grade has been researching Presidents and First Ladies in their U.S. History class with Mrs. Carroll. Last week, each student did a 7-10 minute oral presentation, dressed as their historical figure. If you thought you saw Jackie O. darting across campus last Thursday, you weren't imagining things.
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Catching Up With a Grad: Annie Studdert, '08
Presentation grad Annie Studdert, 08, is a Redwood Empire soccer standout and received all-Sonoma County League honors as a freshman, junior and senior (first-team recognition) at Sonoma Valley High School. Last month, Annie signed an athletic scholarship to play Division 1 soccer in the dominant Atlantic Coast Conference for Clemson University in South Carolina.
Besides playing for the Sonoma High Varsity basketball team, Annie is also a top player for her Division-1 traveling soccer squad San Juan Spirit (Sacramento). A multi-sport athlete, she is also the top scorer on the Sonoma High Varsity basketball team. She is a four-year Varsity starter for both their basketball and soccer teams. Annie is a CIF scholar-athlete and received All-Empire honors for basketball. Now that she has her college decision made, she is also looking forward to swimming this spring for the Sonoma Dragons.
A little Studdert is still at Presentation, her little sister Caroline is in 2nd grade. If you see Annie around school, give her a big cheer of congratulations!
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Parent's Association
Next meeting will be: Wed. Feb. 22 at 8:30am.
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Presentation Spellers Head for Bee
Justine Broadman and Layla McDermott will be competing at the South County Regional Spelling Bee, Wednesday, February 22 beginning at 4:30 p.m. This competition will be held at Corona Creek School, 1851 Hartman Lane in Petaluma. Good luck!
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Annual Fund Update
Don't forget! Every grade that reaches 100% by Leap Day will receive a FREE DRESS DAY!!
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Grade 2 Students Start Preparation for First Communion
Our First Communion Program is about to get underway. If you are interested in having your child make his/her First Communion, please be aware of these dates:
Parent Meeting February 29th at 6:30 P.M. in the Library
Classroom instruction begins March 7th
First Reconciliation April 17th at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel/Activity Center
First Communion May 12th at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel/Activity Center
You may contact Mrs. Davis or Mrs. George for more information.
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| 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball Update
Our girls basketball teams are off to a great start with several close and exciting games. Our 8th grade girls, coached by Barney LeHaye, are even in contention to possibly win the league!
The 7th grade team is comprised of: Vianna Robledo, Kirsten Kelly, Erica Carmona, Elena Golubovich, Mary Minigan, Hannah McCulligh (6th grader playing up), Jastine Kovacs, Renee Serota and Velsea Warton. On the 8th grade team is: Reagan Andel, Olivia Yazzolino, Ella Freudenberger, Emma Cooper, Brianna Lehane, Graci Bundschu, Alison Gray, Kaylin Riebli, and Kiki Couchman.
Join the Spirit Squad in cheering them on at this Wednesday's home game! |
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Important Speaker Series Opportunity
Seats are filling up fast for Michael Thompson's talk on Monday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. about the social development of children. This is relevant to parents of children of all ages.
(Thank you Kinder parent Mike Scevola for donating this fantastic sign through his printing company MSI Litho in San Rafael).
We hope that all parents wil also join us for our private workshop with Dr. Thompson earlier that day on "The Pressured Child" from 1:30-3pm in the library.
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See's Candy Sale Orders Due!
Orders are due March 5! Return them to the school office.
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Rock Climbing Program Receives Shoe Donation
In case your child hasn't told you yet, we are pleased to announce that MAD ROCK has kindly donated a complete set (all sizes) of professional rock climbing shoes for the use by our students.
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School Newspaper Elective Underway
 This semester's Newspaper Elective has put out their first two issues and last week took a break to do a scavenger hunt in the Sonoma Index Tribune. Students were split into teams to find key facts sprinkled throughout the sports, editorial and education pages. The winning team was Marissa Christenson, Jorge Campos, Evan Alcantar and Sarah Lamp. |
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SCHOOL NEWS:
Tuition Assistance Deadline:
The priority tuition assistance deadline is past but if you expect to need aid, you may still apply (see school web site for hot link). For questions, or to receive application information, please contact:
· Larry Christensen, Director of Finance, ext. 207, or email him at lchristensen@presentationschool.com, or
· Beth Fox, Director of Admissions and Development, ext. 201, or email her atbfox@presentationschool.com.
Safety First:
In the coming weeks, you will notice several changes that are designed to make our campus safer. During the hours of 9:00 - 2:30, the side parking lot will be coned off. We are asking parents and visitors to park in the front lot and then report to the Office. As Presentation is situated on a large parcel, it is important for faculty and staff to know who is on campus. Thank you for your cooperation.
Winter worries:
It's that time of the year! Be on the look out for those tiny creatures that make our students scratch their heads. If the little critters are found, please contact Mrs. Wallace for information on next steps.
Uniforms: As the children are growing and you are purchasing new uniform items, please remember that skorts, pants and outwear are to be purchased from either Classic Design or Land's End Presentation list. Any questions, please contact your child's homeroom teacher. You will find the uniform policy in the Family Handbook.
Lunch: Thank you to the parents who have volunteered to help with lunches. We still need After Care volunteers. Please contact Mrs. Wallace or Ms. Amy if you are interested and would like more information regarding responsibilities.
Box Tops: We are still collecting Box Tops! Please bring them to the school office before March 1. Thank you!
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COMMUNITY NEWS:
The Sonoma Branch of the AAUW (American Assoc. of University Women) along with the Sonoma Valley Woman's Club, is hosting a panel discussion about education featuring local teachers who are exceptionally successful in their separate fields. The event will be held at 7:00 p.m. on February 28 at the Sonoma Valley Woman's Club. The educators will talk about their work and why they have chosen a career in teaching, as well as to share their perspectives on public education today. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 938-8114.
Kid Scoop News Seeks a Presentation Student Reporter
Kids Scoop News, the free monthly newspaper you see all over town, is hosting a Young Reporter Workshop and is hoping for a 7th or 8th grade student from Presentation to participate. Participants learn how to conduct an interview and write articles (which will later be featured in the newspaper). The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 7 from 10am to 4pm at Chop's Teen Club at 509 Adams Street in Santa Rosa. Lunch is included and the workshop is free. Call 707-284-2467 to register.
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