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IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH 26
8TH Grade Girls Basketball
Tournament Begins
MARCH 28
Parent Assoc. Meeting
8:30 a.m.
MARCH 28
Mary's Pizza
MARCH 28
2:00-3:15 -- Primary
Jane Mertens
"Encouraging Social Development in Children"
APRIL 2
7TH Grade Girls Basketball Tournament Begins
APRIL 5
Minimum Day
Easter Vacation Begins
APRIL 6
Good Friday
APRIL 16
School resumes
APRIL 20
7:30 P.M.
Inagural Men's Club Event
The Wine Shack
APRIL 24
2:00-3:15 -- Primary
Jane Mertens
"Encouraging Social Development in Children"
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Acceptances Abound for Our 8th Graders
Our 8th graders who applied to private day and boarding schools for next year have had impressive results to date. Day school acceptances include The Branson School (Marin), Marin Academy, Sonoma Academy, Cardinal-Newman, St. Vincent's and Justin-Siena.
Boarding school acceptances include The Cate School (CA), San Domenico (CA), St. George's School (RI), Foxcroft School (VA), The Kent School (CT), The Madeira School (VA), The Garrison Forest School (MD), The Orme School (AZ) and The Stoneleigh-Burnham School (MA).
Over the coming weeks, our students will decide among their many options.
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Counselor Jan Mertens to Lead K-4 Roundtable
To further explore the ideas presented by Dr. Michael Thompson, please join us for a discussion with Presentation School Counselor, Jane Mertens, MFT on "Encouraging Social Skill Development in Young Children" (K-4th grade) on March 28, 2012 from 2:00-3:15pm in the Presentation School Library.
Jane will speak to the developmental issues that children face as they learn to interact with their peers. No registration required. |
WOW, WOW, WOW!!
Congrats to All Our Students on a Fantastic Show!!
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
INAGURAL MEN'S CLUB EVENT
When: Friday, April 20th, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Wine Shack, W. Napa Road
Cost: $35 per person (does not include drinks)
Chef Rob Larman will prepare a prix-fixe French Bistro inspired dinner for our dads. Appetizers will be served for early arrivals.
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Holy Week 2012 Observances at The Presentation School
Stations of the Cross: Tuesday, April 3rd, at 2:15 P.M. in the Activity Center. This reverent activity re-enacts the steps that Jesus took to the Cross on the first Good Friday. Seder: Wednesday, April 4th, at 11:00 A.M. in the Activity Center. The Seder recreates the Passover Meal that Jesus celebrated the night before He died. The Passion: Thursday, April 5th at 11:30 A.M. in the Activity Center. This play recreates in dramatic form the last hours of Jesus' life. Parents are invited to participate in the Stations of the Cross and the Passion Play. Parent volunteers are needed to help with the Seder. |
Presentation Students Attend Filmaking Workshop Hosted by Sonoma International Film Festival
Kid Scoop News Young Reporter and Presentation Fifth Grader Shawnee Wallace shares her experience at the Sonoma International Film Festival's Middle School Filmmakers Workshop. She, Genaro Pamatz, Nick Atwood and Regan Andel from Presentation got the chance to learn how to produce a short video under the instruction of movie-making professionals. You can read her full article here. In her own words:
On the first day we met at the Boys and Girls Club of Sonoma Valley and everyone introduced themselves and talked about what school they went to. We all got into one big group and an instructor passed out puppets and taught us how to move the puppets and make it look like they where talking, breathing and walking. This art is called puppeteering. Next, we learned about the camera and filming. The instructor taught us all the angles and shots. After learning all those awesome things we went on a snack break, I looked around the Boys and Girls Club and was amazed to see they had an art room, gym and a huge rock wall. I may think about becoming a member. When we went back, we practiced more with the puppets and came up with ideas for a PSA (public service announcement). We broke into groups and came up with our own PSA. On the second day, we thought up some places to shoot our PSA. It took half an hour to shoot our first scene but it was worth it. We all got to work the camera and direct. Editing was hard but really fun. When we got to see the final cut, thought it was perfectly great. On the last day, we had to edit and add some things to it. Everyone got to edit and say their opinion about the film.
This camp is very educational and very, very fun. All of the instructors are very educated and teach you everything you need to know about filming. |
The Garden Innovators are now the Garden Cultivators!
The Garden Cultivators are a great group this trimester, and they are ready to plant! Over the next weeks we will be getting the garden cleaned and ready for spring planting. We are also getting ready for a school-wide garden celebration May 1st.
We are looking for bean, pea, sunflower or corn seeds to be a part of the celebration. If you would be willing to donate a packet of seeds for the event, please drop them off in the box marked "Seeds" in the office! |
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Parent's Association Meeting and Minutes
The next Parent Association Meeting will be Wednesday, March 28 at 8:30am.
Click here to read the minutes from the last meeting.
Volunteers still sought to sit on the PA Executive Committee next year. |
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Letter from a Presentation Grad
Dear Presentation School,
I received the Presentation School Scholarship from Justin-Siena High School last spring. I wanted to take this time to show my appreciation for being chosen for this scholarship. It is very rewarding to see all my hard work paying off. The money is a neat reward that will help to pay for my college education, but more importantly, I am honored to have been chosen as the recipient of this scholarship.
I am grateful that I had the opportunity to attend The Presentation School, which served as the base to all my academic endeavors. All that I learned from elementary school has propelled me through Justin-Siena and now at the University of Oregon.
As I grow older, I have realized how lucky I was to attend such a great school at a young age. Again, thank you for the scholarship and best wishes to you and the entire Presentation School community.
Sincerely,
Dustin Mertens
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Track Team Sign-Ups Taking Place Now
We are encouraging all students in grades 5 - 8 to participate in the Middle School Sports League
Track Meet to be held Friday, May 4th at Santa Rosa JC. This year we will use bus transportation to and from the Meet. Parent volunteers are still needed.
Any questions or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Christine Neles, Athletic Director. We hope to have all 93 students participating - GO PATRIOTS! |
Science Olympiad Team Ready to Compete
Presentation School's Science Olympiad Team is comprised of 13 students in grades 4-6 and meets weekly to prepare for the competition in May. |
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Golf Team Starts Season Shortly
Presentation School is again offering a co-ed middle school Golf Team this spring as part of our growing sports program. The team will consist of 8-10 members who will participate in 5-7 matches this spring against several local schools, including St. Francis. The program is open to all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students.
This program is designed as an opportunity for competitive golf play. It is recommended that all students who are interested in trying out have had golf instruction and have an intermediate level of understanding re: golf rules of play, conduct and scoring. Team members need to have a set of clubs, golf shoes, and golf appropriate attire. This program is not beginning golf instruction.
First practices for the golf team will be coming this week (Monday, March 26th and Tuesday, March 27th). The practices, led by coaches Mike Nugent and David Grieve will be used to evaluate players and serve as basic skills workshop. We encourage 6th-8th grade boys and girls at all levels of experience to come to at least one of next week's practices to see if the golf team is a good fit. The cost of participation is $40 and will cover a portion of the hat, shirt and trophies each team member receives. See handout for more details. |
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SCHOOL NEWS:
Speedy recovery wishes to Librarian Gretchen Armer who is recovery from ankle surgery. If you would like to send "get well" messages to Gretchen you may do so at her school email or leave messages in the office.
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Grades 3, 4 and 5 Collecting Canned Goods: Grades 3, 4 and 5 are doing a food drive for F.I.S.H. (Friends in Sonoma Helping). Any donations may be dropped off in those classrooms by this Friday, March 30. |
Spring Sports: Sign ups are going on now for boys 5th and 6th grade basketball; for girls 6th grade basketball; for co-ed 5th-8th grade golf; and for 5th-8th grade track & field. Look for notices in your child's backpack or stop by the school office.
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 Nancy Waarich-Fischman at 935-0122 or director@presentationschool.com.
Volunteers Needed: A volunteer is needed to help in the office on Tuesday mornings. Please let Mrs. Wallace know if you can help out!
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COMMUNITY NEWS:
Public library reopens:
The Sonoma Valley Public LIbrary re-opened on March 20!
SVHS Seeks Senior Project Judges:
SVHS is making a big change this year which they feel will be an overall improvement. All the presentations will take place on one night Tuesday, May 15th from 5 - 7. The senior culinary students will once again prepare food for all starting at 3:30 and check in will be much improved and quicker.
This is a great opportunity to support our valley's graduating seniors. If you are interested in serving as a judge (no experience necessary!), please contacts Holly Kyle, Teacher Support Network volunteer at holly@sckyle.com, 938-5958.
Tennis for Kids!
Sonoma Tennis will kick off the Spring Quick Start Season with a free fun clinic on Sat. March 31st at Maxwell from 10-12 am. Register online for this very fun event that will be hosted by the SVTA Pro, Sam Levy!! AGES 5-10!!
Spring Quick Start for ages 4-10 will begin Sat. from April 7th and run through Sat. May 19th. Cost is $85.
Ages 5-7 from 10-11am
Ages 8-10 from 11-12pm
Register for QuickStart online at
www.NorCalTeamTennis.comAlso available:
Ages 10-14 -- Intermediate Clinic Saturday's noon-1pm, April 7-May 14
$15 per hour, drop-in
Ages 14-18 -- High School Clinic
Saturday's 1-3pm, April 7-May 14
$20/day, drop-in
Adult Free Clinic -- for Beginners
3-4pm, April 7-April 28
Free |
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