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PRESENTATION HIGH SCHOOL

It’s a Great Day

to Be a Panther

The moment you step onto Presentation’s campus, you’ll quickly realize that we are more than just a school—we’re an inclusive, Catholic college preparatory community serving young women. Our transformative education, rooted in faith, justice, compassion, and love, inspires students to bring positive change to the world. Nestled in the quiet Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, Presentation proudly lays the foundation for young women to thrive academically, personally, and completely. On more occasions than we can count, we have reminisced on memories of our close-knit community of teachers, coaches, program directors, and peers encouraging fellow Panthers to be their most authentic selves and discover what makes them truly unique. Presentation proudly upholds a more than 60-year legacy of developing strong women and changemakers. Our tradition is one of academic rigor, faith, wellness, and service. This legacy is not merely something we preserve; it is something we celebrate and build upon every day. Thank you for exploring our vibrant community. Our dedicated educators are here to support you every step of the way. Sincerely,

Holly Elkins

Kristina Luscher

President Principal

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Start Your Journey Here 6 Academic Experience

8 Student Body

10 Student Life

16 The Pres Network

17 Hands-On Learning

18 College Readiness

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Dive in. Think Big.

Academic Experience From Photography to Ethnic Studies, and advanced placement courses to language classes, every course is designed to ignite curiosity and build the personalized skills Panthers need to thrive in college and beyond. And they’ll never have to do it alone—at Presentation, high academic expectations are partnered with an extraordinary community of support. 6 PRESENTATION HIGH SCHOOL

12:1 Student-to-faculty ratio

INSTRUCTIONAL MODEL Presentation's instructional model is rooted in three simple beliefs. First, that students thrive in a supportive learning community—from teachers and counselors committed to individual growth, to supportive peers and involved parents. Second, students learn best when their curriculum builds a strong foundation of perseverance and flexible thinking, not just figuring out the right answer. Known as the productive struggle,

this strategy makes room for mistakes and emphasizes creative problem solving to

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counselors to truly connect with every single Panther. We have established several

Average class size

AP / Honors courses

AP Exams taken in 2023

3 in 4

Students take Honors and AP courses

find a solution. Third, that education is most effective when students can envision themselves using the skills they learn in their own lives—which is why our instruction is designed to be culturally responsive and embrace hands-on learning.

PERSONALIZED SUPPORT Our school’s intentionally intimate size of 550 students empowers teachers and resources to support our students unique needs, like The Learning Commons, where an Instructional Librarian helps students dive deep into topics of interest, as well as a full-time learning specialist and a para-professional that assist students needing additional academic support.

INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY WITH OUR HANDS-ON APPROACH Students and families commend our hands-on learning approach that prepares our Panthers for success in college and life beyond the classroom. This can look like networking at your first conference, or asking questions at a campus-run panel of industry professionals. Sometimes it looks like integrating cutting-edge technology

120 Courses offered

into the classroom, to serve as a conduit for interactive, immersive learning experiences. That’s why every Panther is equipped with their own 2023 iPad Air, Apple Pencil Gen2, and Logitech Folio Keyboard with Touch Case.

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550 Total student body

VALUING DIVERSITY

Student Body 50

Catholic community

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22 Different religions

Second languages spoken by students

62 Different zip codes

Founded by the Sisters of the Presentation in the Catholic tradition, we support the intellectual, spiritual, and moral formation of the whole student. Our Panthers are a kaleidoscope of diverse backgrounds, identities, and personalities, unafraid to challenge the norm and ignite change. If you can imagine it, they’re already living it, because at Presentation, being uniquely yourself isn’t just embraced—it’s celebrated!

Students of color

First-generation college students

TOP 10 REASONS

PARENTS CHOSE PRESENTATION ✓ Caring and Dedicated Faculty and Staff ✓ Strong Academics ✓ Opportunities for Leadership Development ✓ Co-Curricular Opportunities ✓ College Placement ✓ College Preparatory Culture ✓ Campus and Location - Small by Design ✓ All-Girls Environment ✓ Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Environment SOURCE: EdwardsCo Market Research 2023 and Listen4Good May 2023 Parent Survey

SUPPORTING PANTHER FAMILIES [ 2023–24 School Year ]

$2.8mil In tuition assistance

TUITION ASSISTANCE True to our Catholic values and rich tradition of giving, we proudly extend our tuition assistance to 1 in 4 Panther families. This approach ensures that financial considerations never stand in the way of quality education.

1 in 4

Families receive tuition assistance

$158K Assistance for lunch, textbook support and co-curricular activities

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Do You. Be Proud.

Student Life

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Unleash your inner performer onstage at the next musical, or dive headfirst into Robotics or Campus Ministry. Our vibrant clubs and affinity groups, plus hundreds of student leadership opportunities don't just encourage students to follow their passions; they give them the platform to lead and uncover their true potential. There’s something for everyone at Presentation!

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SHOWCASE YOUR BRILLIANCE

Signature Programs • Athletics

Students volunteer

Driven by a common mission to serve the marginalized and true to our motto, Not Words, But Deeds, we are taking action to work for a more just world.

Co-curricular programs

Affinity Groups

Service Immersion Trips

Spiritual Retreats

• Asian & Pacific Islander

• Core Team Student

• Ignatian Family Teach-In

• Choir

• Black Student Union (BSU)

• Sowing the Good Soil

• Immigration Immersion

• Dance

• Desi Student Association (DSA)

• Math & Science Academy

• Familias Unidas: Spanish

• Campus Ministry

• Robotics • Service & Immersion • Speech & Debate • Theater • Women’s Leadership Institute

Student Union (APISU)

Speaking Parent Group

• First Light: First Generation

Student Group

Students participate in co-curriculars

(Washington, D.C.)

Freshmen Retreat

• Agape Sophomore Retreat • Sacred Journey

Junior Retreat

• Emmaus Senior Retreat

• L’Arche Tahoma Hope

Immersion

• San Jose Urban Plunge • San Francisco Urban

Plunge

• Folklórico • LatinX • LGBTQ+ & Allies • Middle Eastern Student Union

500+

Leadership Retreat

30 Clubs

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Student Life ATHLETICS Students have the opportunity to get involved with 13 different sports. In the ’22-23 school year, Presentation had 352 student-athletes. Our athletes have led the school to 10 individual championships in the last five years and to team titles in cross country in 2018, water polo in 2019, basketball in 2020, field hockey in 2023, and soccer in 2023.

13 Different sports

352 Student athletes

Individual championships past 5 years

Athletic Support We're not just about winning championships; we work hard to enhance the athlete experience! Aside from our outstanding Athletic Director, we proudly introduce you to two Assistant Athletic Directors, specializing in strength and conditioning

DANCE Our talented dancers practice a range of dances: Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, and Hip Hop.

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Students involved in our dance program

and sport psychology. We are the only local high school to have a staff member dedicated to supporting student-athletes from the sport psychology perspective. We also have a full-time trainer who ensures athletes bounce back stronger than ever from injuries. Our roster is filled with multi-sport athletes, a strategy proven to reduce repetitive injuries and develop stronger overall athletes. Students even have access to 20+ hours of training from a certified strength and conditioning coach.

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Years of national championships

Annual regional competitions

Annual national competitions

Performances per year

SPEECH & DEBATE

THEATER

One of the most competitively successful Speech & Debate programs in the nation and regularly recognized among the top 5% in the U.S. Our students compete in events like Congress, Limited Prep, Lincoln-Douglas, and Policy.

Fall ’23 Participation

Legally Blonde participants

Legally Blonde tech members

Spontaneous Combustion (Improv) participants

Main stage musicals

Main stage play

International Thespian Society shows

Improv show

MATH & SCIENCE 30+ STEM classes and clubs use cutting-edge technology and a hands-on approach to inspire innovation. Our Math & Science Academy gives students access to real-world, experiential learning in Silicon Valley through internships, independent science research, and colloquiums.

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Speech & Debate participants

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP Leadership Academy Workshops are available to ALL students.

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More likely to major in Math, Science, and Technology

300+ Student leadership positions

More likely to consider engineering careers

1 in 4

Students participate in Leadership Academy

Yearly leadership workshops

ROBOTICS Our award-winning Robotics program is completely student-led! This FRC Team empowers young women with the unique opportunity to develop skills in mechanical design, manufacturing, software development, and marketing.

’23 – ’24 Robotics team members

{ Dominating co-ed competitions } • Team Sustainability Award – Central Valley Regional • Semi-finalist – Central Valley Regional • Semi-finalist – Monterey Bay Regional

1st DEAN'S LIST

FINALIST AWARD Anisha Shukla ’24 Central Valley Regional

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Our Network

Doctors, teachers, artists, and change-makers. When you become a Panther, you join a close-knit community of accomplished alumnae with over six decades of experience and connections.

Years educating women

8,280+ Alumnae

PANTHERS ACHIEVE GLOBAL SUCCESS Among our impressive roster of alumnae are three Olympians, including soccer players Danielle Slaton ’98, a silver medalist, and Aly Wagner ’98, a two-time gold medalist. Most recently, Jennifer Joines ’00 Tamas earned a silver medal in indoor volleyball.

CAREER DISCOVERY AND NETWORKING EVENTS During Presentation’s bi-annual Career Day, more than 55 alumnae from a diverse collection of industries return to campus to share valuable insights about their career journey. At this event, Panthers are encouraged to ask questions and engage with alumnae at over 20 unique panel discussions.

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ALUMNAE SPOTLIGHT Christina Mireles ’89

Nicole Shipley ’08

PENINSULA COLLEGE FUND Executive Director

SAFE SPACE PICTURES Producer & Co-Founder

After graduating from Presentation, Ms. Mireles went on to earn a BA in political science from Tufts University, a Master in Public Policy from Georgetown University, and a Juris Doctor from the esteemed Northwestern University. She has dedicated her career to supporting low-income students of color in realizing their dreams. In her current role at The Peninsula College Fund, Mireles empowers first-generation college students as they embark on their journey toward college and forging a path to meaningful employment beyond graduation.

Ms. Shipley is an accomplished powerhouse in the entertainment industry, producing Oscar-nominated films, The Trial of The Chicago 7 and Fairyland which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. After producing independently for most of her career, she co-founded Safe Space Pictures to center the voices of underrepresented creators on and off the screen through donor-advised funding.

Hands-On

We believe that every student has the power to learn.

Learning

GUEST SPEAKERS TechWomen A panel of speakers from around the globe speaking on their experiences as women in the tech industry. Colloquium Speaker Series Our on-campus event features 6 guest speakers, with a focus on women trailblazing in STEM-related fields and research.

In the Classroom Students engage with a range of speakers, from organizations such as the Islamic Networks Group and the San Jose City Government. Additionally, they discuss important topics, such as Black Lives Matter and labor movements.

RESEARCH PROGRAMS Students in our Math and Science Independent Research Class are exploring inspiring topics such as the impact of microplastics on oxidative stress in plants and helping the deaf community charge devices wirelessly.

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College Readiness PANTHERS ARE COLLEGE READY

College counselors

College writing advisor

Average number of colleges applied to

100

of students attend college application workshops

1:1

College counseling support for all juniors, seniors, and their families

Be Well. Do Well.

We tailor the college readiness journey to each student, with graduate-level school counselors building strong relationships, and emphasizing self-discovery during the application process.

SAT SCORES FOR THE CLASS OF 2024 { Reading & Writing }

659 Average Score

541

National Average

80+ On-campus college visits

ACT COMPOSITE CLASS OF 2024

{ Math }

661

29.7

Average Score

538

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National Average

100% Students accepted to college

93% Matriculated to a 4-year institution

We know college application season can be a stressful time for seniors. That’s why our Student Services initiatives include college

A SAMPLE OF SCHOOLS THAT VISIT PRESENTATION

counseling sessions and 1:1 meetings,

• Boston College

• Gonzaga University

• Saint Mary’s College

• University of Chicago

personal counseling sessions, Wellness Center

• Boston University

• Loyola Marymount University

• Santa Clara University

• University of San Diego

access, and school-wide wellness activities.

• Catholic University

• Northeastern University

• Seattle University

• Chapman University

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

• UC Merced

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WELCOME TO PRESENTATION HIGH SCHOOL ADMISSIONS At Presentation, possibilities excite us. There are so few opportunities in a student’s life to be surrounded by the level of support and stability needed to ignite true, boundless self-discovery. We believe high school should be one of those times. You’ll look forward to each day as a new chance to participate, think, innovate, create, perform, engage the community, connect with friends—or do whatever it is that brings out the best in yourself. Applications Open

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