Providence Academy eBulletin
Headmaster’s Notes
Lower School Leadership Transition
With a full heart, I share news of the retirement at year’s end of our dear Mrs. Nancy Galgano, longtime Director of the Lower School. And with a glad heart, I share news of the succession plan. For 21 years, Mrs. Galgano has been a leading presence in our halls and...
Raffle Tickets On Sale This Week!
50/50 Split-the-Pot raffle Purchase your raffle tickets on sale through the evening of the Gala. The prize will be half of all gross proceeds from raffle sales – if 400 tickets are sold, the winning raffle ticket holder will receive $10,000 in cash. Tickets are $50...
Parent Session on C. S. Lewis’s Mere Christianity
On Lewis: Dr. Arthur Hippler, celebrated teacher of PA’s Moral Theology course and much more, will give a talk on Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis on Wednesday, April 24, from 10:15-11:10 am in the Upper School Lecture Hall. It is helpful to read the text before the...
Gratitude for Fr. McClellan, and News of Chaplaincy Transition
We have been blessed, for 7 years now, by the chaplaincy of Fr. Michael McClellan. Father is a precious leader, colleague, and dear friend. Over the weekend, the Archdiocese shared new priest appointments for next year, and our dear friend is being...
All School
Providence Academy Gala THIS Saturday! Silent Auction Now Open!
The PA Gala is this Saturday! We are excited to share a preview of our many fabulous auction items. Silent Auction Highlights Whether you plan to attend in person or bid from the comfort of your own home, our Silent Auction features over 100 incredible items and...
Marian Shrine Dedication and May Crowning
Please join us on Wednesday, May 1st for the Dedication of our Marian Shrine & May Crowning ceremony with Bishop Joseph Williams. May is a special month to celebrate Mary as the Queen of Heaven. Parents are welcome to join us as we honor our Blessed Mother;...
2024 Summer Program Camp Registration Open
If you’re looking for a summer camp or academic enrichment opportunities for your child(ren) this summer, there is still time and availability. Click on 2024 Summer Program Guide to view offerings and then click on 2024 Summer Program Registration to complete their...
Cana Moms Group
Mothers of Providence students - The Temperament God Gave You Book Study is starting this fall!! Grab onto this LIFELINE to connect with other moms who are in the same boat as you! Learning about your temperament and gathering together to...
Mary Poppins
Tickets are still available for the Upper School Spring Musical, Mary Poppins! Grab your tickets to see Mary Poppins fly across the Providence Academy Stage! https://prov.store/product/us-musical-mary-poppins-thursday/
Upper School
Prom 2024
Prom 2024 will take place on Saturday, May 11th at the Metropolitan Club and Ballroom. The evening will include dinner, dancing and fun. All Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to attend. Sophomores may attend if invited by a Junior or Senior, Freshman are not...
March for Life 2025 Info Meeting
Join the Lions for Life for an information meeting in Mrs. Jendro's room at 7:50 AM on Wednesday, April 24th. We will discuss our January 2025 pilgrimage to Washington, D.C. itinerary. We are planning early so that students can plan accordingly. Please see this flyer...
Spring 8th & 9th Grade Parent Social
Please join fellow eighth and ninth grade parents for a fun evening of socializing and golf at Optimal Performance Golf in Maple Grove on Saturday, May 18, 7-9 p.m. Catch up with fellow parents or jump in on the golf action; everyone is welcome! Players of all skill...
Middle School
Service Day is THIS Wednesday!
All Middle School students will participate in our service day this Wednesday, April 24. Everyone will be out of uniform and must wear a spirit wear shirt/sweatshirt and either jeans, joggers, sweatpants, or uniform pants. No leggings or shorts allowed. You must wear...
Spring 8th & 9th Grade Parent Social
Please join fellow eighth and ninth grade parents for a fun evening of socializing and golf at Optimal Performance Golf in Maple Grove on Saturday, May 18, 7-9 p.m. Catch up with fellow parents or jump in on the golf action; everyone is welcome! Players of all skill...
Upcoming Spring Concert Dates and Tickets
Tickets are now available for the All School Spring Concerts. You can use the links below to get tickets to the performances. All School Strings Concert May 7, 7:00 pm All School Band Concert May 9, 7:00 pm All School Choir Concert May 14. 7:00...
Lower School
Important Spring Concert Date
Grade 2 and 3: 4/16 at 10 am – Reservations Open (Limit 4 seats ) 4/23 – Closes at 10am 4/25 – Remaining tickets become available 5/17 – Concert at 2:15pm Grade 4 and5: 4/23 at 10 am – Reservations Open (Limit 4...
LS Carpool Line
In an effort to keep the LS carpool line moving, please remember to do the following: Pull up as far as possible. Do not stop prior to the corner unless there is a car in front of you. Always have your child exit from the passenger side of your vehicle. ...
PAPA
Nominations for the PAPA Executive Committee
We are seeking nominations for the PAPA Executive Committee! Members serve for two-year terms and our primary purpose is as a service organization to support the PA community. We will have four positions open and encourage anyone interested in serving on PAPA to...
PAPA Annual Meeting and Information
Tuesday, April 16th 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Providence Academy Board Room Spring is quickly approaching and with that comes our PAPA Annual Meeting and Information Session. During this meeting PAPA Board members will recap activities and events. You will learn more...
College Counseling
Athletics/Activities
Games this Week :
Monday, April 15th
JV Boys Tennis @ Hopkins (Hopkins High, 2400 Royals Dr, Minnetonka, MN 55305). Match begins at 4:00 pm
Varsity Boys Tennis vs. Hopkins @ Providence Academy. Match begins at 4:30 pm
JV Baseball @ Breck (Breck School, 123 Ottawa Ave N, Golden Valley, MN 55422). First pitch at 4:30 pm
Varsity Baseball @ Breck (Breck School, 123 Ottawa Ave N, Golden Valley, MN 55422). First pitch at 4:30 pm
Varsity Softball vs. Breck (Arnold Klaers Fields, Loretto). First pitch at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, April 16th
JV Boys Tennis @ Minnehaha Academy (Minnehaha Lower Campus, 4200 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55406). Match begins at 4:00 pm
Varsity Boys Tennis vs. Minnehaha Academy @ Providence Academy. Match begins at 4:00 pm
Boys and Girls Track+Field @ Robbinsdale Cooper (Cooper High, 8230 47th Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428). Meet begins at 4:15 pm
JV Boys Lacrosse vs. Hudson High School @ Providence Academy. Game begins at 5:30 pm
Varsity Boys Lacrosse vs. Hudson High School @ Providence Academy. Game begins at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, April 17th
JV Baseball @ St. Paul Academy (St. Paul Academy, 1712 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105). First pitch at 4:30 pm
Varsity Baseball @ St. Paul Academy (St. Paul Academy, 1712 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105). First pitch at 4:30 pm
Thursday, April 18th
JV Boys Tennis @ Hutchinson (Hutchinson High School, 1200 Roberts Rd SW, Hutchinson, MN 55350). Match begins at 4:00 pm
Varsity Boys Tennis vs. Hutchinson @ Providence Academy. Match begins at 4:30 pm
JV Boys Lacrosse vs. TrIMAC @ Providence Academy. Game begins at 5:30 pm
Varsity Boys Lacrosse vs. TrIMAC @ Providence Academy. Game begins at 7:00 pm
Friday, April 19th
JV Baseball vs. Minnehaha Academy (Arnold Klaers Baseball Fields, Loretto).
First pitch at 4:30 pm
Varsity Baseball vs. Minnehaha Academy (Arnold Klaers Baseball Fields, Loretto).
First pitch at 7:00 pm
Varsity Softball @ Minnehaha Academy (Neiman Sports Complex, 6247 Bloomington Rd, St Paul, MN 55111). First pitch at 4:30 pm
Saturday, April 20th
Boys and Girls Track+Field vs. Blake and Minnehaha Academy @ Providence Academy.
Meet begins at 11:00 am
JV Boys Lacrosse @ St. Michael-Albertville (STMA High, 5800 Jamison Ave NE, St Michael, MN 55376). Game begins at 12:00 pm
Varsity Boys Lacrosse @ St. Michael-Albertville (STMA High, 5800 Jamison Ave NE, St Michael, MN 55376). Game begins at 1:30 pm
Keep an eye on the PA Athletics website for game day updates!
GO LIONS!
PAW: Providence Academy Word
A Day in the Life of Father McClellan
When the PAW initially informed Providence Academy’s beloved chaplain, Father McClellan, that he would be featured in an article, his initial reaction was, “Why? I’m too boring to write about.” However, with his daily tasks ranging from Student Support Team meetings to hearing confessions, Father’s life never fails to be interesting.
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Sister Amelia: Beyond the Habit
Among this year’s many new additions to Providence Academy’s faculty and staff is Sister Amelia, a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia whose loving heart has already impacted the school community.
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State Champs…Again!
Three-Peat Complete! The Lady Lions captured their third state championship on March 16th. This capped off a historic season with an 81-78 victory over the Albany Huskies.