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E-Bulletin
November 12, 2007
In This Issue:
Headmaster’s Notes
All School Information
Family
Directories
Leaflet Missal Christmas Sale
Memorial Blood Centers Blood Drive
Musicians/Singers Wanted
Parent Visitors
Yearbook Ordering
Middle/Upper School News
10th Grade Coffee & Conversation
Coffee Concert in November
Department of Fine Arts London Trip
First Meeting of 8th Grade Lions' Club
First Quarter Grade Reports
SAT II Subject Test Review for Upper School Students
Ski and Snowboard Club Registration
Upper School Night Games and Bonfire
Lower School News
1st and 2nd Grade
Christmas Music Concert
Student Progress Reports
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Providence In
The News
Veterans' Day
Fully Celebrated
Providence Academy
Parent Association (PAPA)
Athletics Update
College Counselor's Corner
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We welcomed more than 100 interested people to
our first Admissions Open House last week. Our second Open House will take
place here this Thursday from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., for all grades. Please
encourage your friends and neighbors to check out Providence for their
children! As always, most of our new students and their families mention
that they first became aware of Providence through a referral from a friend
or relative. Bless you!
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The Annual Fund drive kicked off
with a letter sent to your homes recently, and many thanks to those who have
already given and pledged. It is beautiful each year to see the charitable
spirit at PA! Most of our opportunity to offer financial aid to PA students
comes through the Annual Fund campaign. In addition, the Fund aids faculty
and staff development, and further growth in arts and athletics. Last year,
this community raised $480,000 dollars through the Annual Fund. So very
much is made possible by such generosity.
This week, members of the faculty
will be following up with you by phone to invite your participation, and
answer questions you may have. Thank you very much for your consideration
of PA in your annual charitable giving!
The Scholastic
Book Fair Blizzard begins this week!
Ideal for
Christmas gifts, and for the bookworm in all of us, the Book Fair will offer
a wide selection. Fair dates and times are Thursday,
November 15th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, November 16th
from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Monday and Tuesday, November 19th
and 20th from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
We will be open for business during Parent/Teacher Conferences in the LS/MS
Library. Happy Reading! For more information, visit
http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/providenceacademy
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Next week brings fall parent/teacher
conferences, Monday and Tuesday. Registration forms were mailed to
families, and extra copies are available in the school offices. Please do
be aware that conference dates and times are scheduled on a
first-come/first-served basis. We’ll see you soon.
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Veterans Day celebrations are becoming a big
tradition at PA. As I mentioned last week, we have featured more
observances than ever. For us, this is not simply a matter of finding
holidays to celebrate. At PA, we believe that people who dedicate
themselves to higher things—God, neighbor, country—are especially to be
honored and praised. We commemorate saints and heroes, and our veterans are
heroes among us in everyday life. For similar reasons, we strive to teach
history well and faithfully, knowing that our freedoms and opportunities are
hard won by many struggles in the past. I was moved by a Veterans Day
observance written by military historian Victor Davis Hanson, titled,
“Freedom, Even from Fear: Remembering the Special Sacrifices of Our
Veterans. I link it here for you:
http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=NDY4NzA2NjFlNTg3ZTFiYjI2ZDk5YmUwMGY0MWI4NmE=
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All School News
Family Directories
Please update your
directory as follows:
The family of Steven and Mary Kennedy has a new address and
telephone number:
3435 Leawood Drive, Medina, MN 55340
(763) 478-2159
Leaflet Missal Christmas Sale
Thinking ahead to Christmas gift giving? A
wonderful event is coming to you! Members of the Providence community have a
rare opportunity to purchase amazing works of art, inspiring prayer aids and
many special gifts. The Leaflet Missal sale will be held in the Gallery on
December 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a relaxing day of shopping and browse through a
variety of merchandise that must be seen to be appreciated. A portion of sale
proceeds will benefit Providence Academy. For a preview of the items offered by
Leaflet, visit their website at
www.leafletonline.com. Contact Ellen Roeser with questions or for
additional information at
pcroeser@aol.com or (763) 416-0519.
Memorial Blood Centers Blood Drive
The Memorial Blood Centers Blood Drive at Providence will be held tomorrow,
November 13th, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Childcare is available while a
family member is donating. To make an appointment or for more information,
contact Maureen Murphy at (763) 258-2507 or
maureen.murphy@providenceacademy.org.
Musicians/Singers Wanted
Talented members of the Providence
community are needed to perform the National Anthem at home basketball games.
Be it by voice or instrument, we would love to hear from interested parties.
Parent/student duets would be outstanding! To volunteer, or for more
information, please contact Mr. Scoob Wagner at (612) 685-2469 or
john.wagner@providenceacademy.org
Parent Visitors
Parents are reminded to always sign in at the
Welcome Desk upon entering the building without your student. We request your
cooperation for the safety of all who are in the building, most importantly, the
students.
Yearbook Ordering
You may still purchase a 2007-2008 yearbook for
$70 ($75 for seniors with gold foil option). This includes a late fee. Please
return orders, along with checks made payable to Providence Academy, to Mrs.
Stachour. Remember this is your last chance! Sales end the Tuesday before
Thanksgiving break.
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Middle/Upper School News
10th Grade Coffee & Conversation
All 10th
Grade parents are invited to attend the next Coffee & Conversation to be held
Friday, November 30th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Upper School Lecture
Hall. Enjoy coffee and cookies as you meet and converse with other 10th
Grade parents and with Mr. Ferdinandt.
RSVPs are appreciated and should be directed to Mrs. Kelly
Wilder at (763) 258-2587 or
kelly.wilder@providenceacademy.org, by
Wednesday, November 28th.
Coffee Concert in November
The first coffee house concert of the year will be take place this Friday,
November 16th! The Upper School students will be presenting their
talents at 7:00 p.m. in the Art Studio, with treats and refreshments to follow.
Hope to see you there!
Department of Fine Arts London Trip
Want the chance to see museums, concerts, plays
and castles? Want to see them in London? The trip is open to any music,
art, and/or theatre student who has completed their sophomore year as of June
10th, 2008. Registration is due December 1st.
Forms and additional information are available from Ms. Zak.
First Meeting of 8th
Grade Lions’ Club
Attention 8th graders!
You are invited to the first 8th Grade
Lions' Club meeting this
Friday,
November 16th from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m.
The Lions’ Club is a new way for Middle School students to enjoy
fellowship, fun, and food with their peers and Upper School volunteers. Come to
Ms. Zak's room after school and enjoy spending time with one another, watch a
movie, play games and have a short bible study while we eat pizza. The Lions'
Club is directed by senior Michael George and his crew of Upper School
volunteers, and will be supervised by Mrs. Semsch and Mr. Trexel. All 8th
graders are welcome!
First Quarter Grade Reports
The end of the first quarter was Friday, November
2nd. Grade reports for students in the Middle and Upper Schools were
sent out in the mail at the end of last week. The grades are also posted
on-line, in Net Classroom.
Middle School Holiday Giving Program
For the sixth year, the Providence Academy Middle
School is participating in the Catholic Charities and Lutheran Social Service of
Minnesota holiday giving program, “Sponsor a Family.” This year, the Middle
School was given 6 families (of 7 people each) for whom to provide gifts this
holiday season. This week, your student will bring home a letter that explains
the program and identifies the gift your student volunteered to purchase. Thank
you in advance for your compassion and graciousness this holiday season. By
working together, our Middle School students can brighten the lives of families
in need this holiday season.
SAT II Subject Test Review for Upper School Students
The Department of Science is offering SAT II test prep help in chemistry,
biology, physics and math. An SSST (science SAT subject test) prep group is
currently meeting on Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Dr. Boldt’s
classroom. Knowledge gained will be tested in a competitive game format
periodically throughout the year. Students will have the option of testing
their knowledge by competing in the Science Quiz Bowl tournament in January.
To register, or for more information, contact Dr. Boldt,
Mrs. Bevington or Mr. Fisher. Please note that students need not attend every
Tuesday and Friday, but should feel free to come whenever they can.
Ski and Snowboard Club Registration
The Providence Academy Ski and Snowboard Club is
“waxing up” for another season on the slopes and all Middle and Upper School
students are eligible to participate! The first trip of the season will be
December 8th at Trollhaugen in Dresser, WI. New this year: students
have the option to sign up for three trips or for all five.
Registration forms are available in the Administration and
Upper School offices, and on Madame Woodbury’s
webpage. Do not delay, as registration is limited to 70 students and
has historically filled up quickly.
Upper School Night Games and Bonfire
All Upper School students are invited to join
friends in the crisp fall weather to enjoy the excitement of night games and a
bonfire tomorrow, Tuesday, November 13th at 7:00 p.m.
Lower School News
1st and 2nd Grade Christmas Music Concert
Mark your calendar for the 1st and 2nd Grade Christmas
Music performance on Tuesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. in the Great
Room. Students should arrive no later that 6:40 p.m. and check into their
classrooms. Dress will be dark bottoms and either red or white tops. Students
should follow PA's dress code guidelines for skirt and sleeve lengths, and
remember that the stage gets very warm—no sweaters, please.
Student Progress Reports
Term 1 Progress Reports will be sent home
with Lower School students on Friday, November 16th.
Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Lower School will be hosting a Thanksgiving food drive for CROSS
(Christians Reaching Out in Social Service), a neighborhood food shelf. Food
will be gathered from Lower School students during the week of November 12th.
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Providence In The News
Veterans’ Day Fully Celebrated
PLYMOUTH, MN (November 7, 2007)
In June 1954, Armistice Day, which
was celebrated on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, was officially
changed to Veterans’ Day to honor all U.S. veterans. “We want students to
develop a true appreciation of the sacrifices Americans’ have made for
freedom throughout the years,” states Dr. Todd R. Flanders, Headmaster of
Providence Academy. To impress patriotism on students, concerts and
presentations which lend meaning to “Duty, Honor, Country” are celebrated at
the school.
(Click
here to view the press release in its entirety.)
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Providence Academy Parent Association (PAPA)
Faculty Dinners for Parent/Teacher Conferences
The Parent Association will provide
our teaching staff with dinners on the evenings of Parent/Teacher
Conferences, Monday and Tuesday, November 19th and 20th.
The dinners will be cooked and served by parent volunteers. Please consider
donating a food or drink item for the preparation of the dinner. More
information, including specific items needed, will be available in upcoming
E-Bulletins. Contact Denise Brown at (763) 315-5442 with additional
questions.
Faculty Treats Request - From Allison Adducci
Please help me in showing our wonderfully talented and dedicated staff
how much we appreciate all that they do. I would like help in providing a
treat at each faculty meeting. It could be a baked good, chips and dip or a
veggie tray—let your imagination run wild! Most meetings occur on Mondays
and Wednesdays. Just have the treat to the main office by 3:30 on the day
of your choice. To pick a day, please contact Allison Adducci at (763)
509-0160 or
adducci@mac.com
Grandparents'/Special Persons' Day
Mark your calendar--the date has been set! Grandparents'/Special
Persons' Day will be held on April 10th and 11th, 2008. Guests of Middle
and Upper School students will be invited to join us on Thursday, the 10th,
and Lower School guests will visit on Friday, the 11th.
Think Spring 2008!
Your help is needed with the Spring Gala.
The marketing committee will be meeting on Tuesday, November 27th,
from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Lecture Hall (upper lever of the Upper School
wing). Any and all volunteers are welcome to help with this memorable
Providence annual event. The goal of the event is to raise money for items
needed within our school. It is a great time to show your support. Please
contact Kelly Bellini at (952) 237-0834 or
kelly@grseppala.com for any further information.
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Athletics Update
All State
At the state cross country meet held Saturday, November 3rd,
our two Providence representatives, Katie Finley and Kit Chambers both finished
in the top 25 and were named all state. Congratulations Katie and Kit on the
nice honor!
Winter Sports Posters
Winter Sports posters have arrived! The full-color posters include
photographs of PA Lions in action, as well as the Winter Sports schedule. Stop
by the Administration Office, Student Services or the Upper School office to
pick up one for your family.
How to Receive Sports Communication
The best way to receive information at home about upcoming events and
driving direction is to utilize the Providence Academy website. Simply go to
http://www.providenceacademy.org and
click on the rSchoolToday Calendar link. Information can also be obtained by
calling the Sports Hotline at (763) 258-2580. The Hotline is updated daily and
contains all of the day’s information and happenings.
Daily Sports News, containing results from the previous
night’s action, is also available via email. This feature will be up and
running soon. Please contact Mrs. Ketola at
angela.ketola@providenceacademy.org or (763) 258-5500 to be added to the
distribution list.
Schedules & Directions to Away Events
Both schedules and directions to away events can be found on the Providence
Academy website at
http://www.providenceacademy.org.
From the home page, simply click on the rSchoolToday Calendar link. Then select
your sport from the View Schedules list on the right side of the page.
Weather Related Cancellations
In the event fall athletic
schedules change, the Sports Hotline is updated by 2:00 daily. Please call the
Hotline at (763) 258-2580 for the latest information. The rSchoolToday Calendar
will also be updated as soon as information is available.
College Counselor's Corner
Seniors
Most of you are busy working on applications while also attending to your
academics. Try to plan ahead so that you are not too rushed trying to meet
application deadlines. With rare exceptions, you need to complete the yellow
Application/Request for Transcript forms (found in the Upper School office) at
least two weeks before you require us to mail your recommendations and
transcripts. It is okay to complete the request form while you are still
working on your online portion of the application. If you have questions about
application processes or components, please schedule a meeting with Ms. Kelly.
College visitors will continue to be on campus throughout
the next weeks. If you are applying to a school, it is a good idea to stop by
when their admissions person is at Providence Academy. Check the daily bulletin
or the door at the College Counselors’ office for scheduled visits.
Juniors
College admissions visitors coming to Providence are eager to meet with
juniors. This is an easy way to learn about a college or university before
deciding to visit the campus. Take advantage of this resource. Check the
schedule in the daily bulletin or posted on the College Counseling Office door.
Sophomores
Next up for sophomore testing: sophomores have the option to take the
PLAN (pre-ACT) exam on Saturday, November 17th at Providence. We
strongly encourage you to use this opportunity to take the PLAN, a practice for
next year’s ACT. Permission slips must be returned by November 12th
to be eligible to sit for the exam.
Freshmen
All freshmen will take the PLAN exam on Thursday, December 20th.
The PLAN is a pre-ACT exam administered to help familiarize students with
college entrance test content and format, to give them a feel for timed testing,
as well as to help them identify areas of academic strength and weakness.
College Visits
Please note that all college visits may be
viewed on the college visit calendar in Naviance/Family Connection. Members of
the Providence community may access this information by logging in as a guest
(password: lions) at:
https://connection.naviance.com/providenceacad.
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