Providence Academy Parent Association
PAPA
The chief purpose of PAPA is to support, organize and develop events and activities, coordinate parent volunteerism, to assist in fundraising activities in cooperation with the Development Office, and to facilitate communication between the school and parents. All Providence Academy parents are a member in the association. The PAPA Executive Board consists of eight parents, selected by parents, and one faculty member, appointed by the Headmaster.
PAPA eBulletin Announcements
Registration Closes Soon! Upper School Mother & Son Event at TopGolf!
Join fellow PA Upper School Mothers & Sons for an evening of fun at TopGolf in Brooklyn Center. Where: TopGolf - 6420 Camden Ave. N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 When: Sunday, April 14, 2024 from 6:00 pm-8:00pm Cost: $50 per person includes appetizers,...
Calling all Parent Volunteers!
Please consider volunteering to assist with Providence Academy’s Annual College Fair on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Click here to learn more information about the variety of volunteer positions needed along with the time frames available.
Save the Date: PAPA Annual Meeting and Information
Tuesday, April 16th 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Providence Academy Board RoomSpring 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...
Providence Academy Gala Classroom Basket
The Providence Academy Gala, “The Kentucky Derby” will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Not only would we love for you to come join us that night, but we would also appreciate it if families could help contribute toward their grade level’s silent auction...
Parent Parties and Flowers for Mary
As we enter the 2nd half of the school year, there is still time to host a parent or provide flowers for Mary. Please see the links below to learn more about each of these volunteer opportunities. Please contact Ginger Anzalone, PAPA President at...
The 2022-23 PAPA Executive Committee
Mrs. Debbie Larson, President
Mrs. Debbie Larson currently serves as the PAPA President. Debbie has one daughter currently in middle school at Providence. Debbie started on the PAPA Board in 2019. She enjoys serving the school by participating in many of the activities and events.
Mrs. Dani Johansen, Executive Vice President
Mrs. Dani Johansen serves as the Executive Vice President and served previously as the Vice President Lower School (3-5). She is a proud Providence Academy alumna (’06), wife to Erik, and mom to Wilson (7th Grade), Mabel (1st Grade), and Dora (Pre-K). After Providence, Dani graduated from University of St. Thomas and has worked in several sales and commercial roles leading to her current commercial role at Cargill. In her free time, you can find her spending time with family on the boat in the summer or snowmobiling in the winter.
Mrs. Ginger Anzalone, Vice President - Upper School
Mrs. Ginger Anazlone serves as the Upper School representative to PAPA. Ginger has two children currently attending Providence. She has volunteered in many areas over the years at Providence and enjoys serving the school, its staff and families.
Mrs. Elizabeth Shnobrich, Vice President - Middle School
Dr. Elizabeth Schnobrich is currently serving as the Middle School vice president. Liz has three children, two of which attend Providence. Her family was new to Providence last year and she enjoyed volunteering on the Gala committee and at Grandparents Day. She is a clinical psychologist with experience in helping children and families.
Mrs. Hilary Sanborn, Vice President - Lower School (Grades 3-5)
Hilary is in her second year serving as Vice President of the Lower School (Grades 3-5). She and her husband, Nick, have four children at Providence Academy. Their oldest, Matthew, is entering 6th grade in the Middle School while their younger children are all in the lower school. David is in 4th grade, Elizabeth is in 3rd grade and Peter is in first grade. Hilary has been involved at PA by serving as a classroom representative in her children’s classes.
Mrs. Anne Jewison, Vice President - Lower School (Grades Pre-K-2)
Anne has three children at Providence and serves as Vice President – Lower School (Grades Pre-K – 2nd grade). She and her husband, Mike, have three children. All three kids are in lower school – Megan and Matthew are in 2nd grade and Emily is in kindergarten. Anne has gotten involved at PA by serving as a room parent, helping with Grandparents’ Day, and as a member of the Fall Fun Fair and Gala committees.
Mrs. Tina Wallman, Secretary
Mrs. Tina Wallman currently serves as the Secretary of PAPA. Tina has three children who attend Providence in Lower and Middle School. She has served in many volunteer roles at Providence – such as parent tour guide, PA Ambassador, (for prospective families) and member of the Fall Fun Fair committee. Tina currently works in technology for a large healthcare company.
Mrs. Jackie Anderson, Treasurer
Mrs. Jackie Anderson currently serves as the PAPA Treasurer. Jackie has three children who attend Providence. She is a CPA that is currently employed at a public accounting firm. Her financial background will help the community as we continue to evolve in the financial aspects of PAPA.