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LANTERN Presentation High School Parent Newsletter | January 2018
Welcome back!
Community Involvement would like to thank all of the students, parents, alums, parent's of alums, faculty and staff, and neighbors that contributed to this year's Holiday Drives. Thanks to your support and generosity our community was able to donate the following:
In addition, we raised over $21,000 during penny drive ($12,000 of which were coins!) and another $31,000 from the proceeds of Black and White Charity Ball. All of donations for Food Drive, Toy Drive and the $52,000 was given to Sacred Heart Community Service to benefit their Thanksgiving and Christmas food and toy programs. Overall, we helped serve over 1,000 families this holiday season. We are so blessed to be a part of a community that not only supports one another, but our sisters and brothers who are most in need. We hope you all had a blessed holiday season. Happy New Year!
Parent Board
By Matt Sunseri | Parent Board President |matt.sunseri1@yahoo.com Hello Pres families and supporters, Happy New Year and welcome back! I hope the holidays were happy, healthy and that everyone is ready for an exciting new year. The Presentation Parent Board gets busy right away with two big events.
you, volunteers are needed to help with decorations, food prep, set- up and clean-up. Sign up to volunteer at phsevents.ivolunteer. com/phscrabfeed.
First, the State of the School address is Tuesday, January 30 at 7 p.m. in the Valenzuela theater. Current and prospective families are invited to hear what Mary Miller has planned for the upcoming year. Among the topics that Mary will discuss are; academics, co-curricular activities as well as future educational trends. There is no charge to attend and reservations are not required.
Don’t forget that the Parent Board also sells birthday balloons. You can order a balloon bouquet to be left as a birthday surprise on your daughters locker. To purchase Presentation birthday balloons fill out the form at www.presenationhs.org/upload/website_pdfs/ Advancement/Parent_Board/BalloonOrderForm_2017-2018. pdf.
Then, it’s time to party during Presentation’s annual Crab and Pasta Feed on Saturday, February 10. This is the Parents Board’s biggest event of the school year. This year we are having live music with a local band. Live music and an all-you-can-eat pasta and crab feast make this event a can’t miss. This Year’s theme is “Down Under” and we are already hard at work to make this feed the best one yet!
I hope to see all at these two amazing events and thank you for your continued support!
Early Registration (before January 27) General seating is $65/person and Preferred seating is $75/person (a limited number of round tables that seat 10 guests) After January 27, General seating is $75 and Preferred seating is $85. Registration and additional details can be found on the Pres web site at www.presentationhs.org/events/ crab-feed. If working behind the scenes is something that interests 2
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Yours in Pres, Matt Sunseri Parent Board President Matt.sunseri1@yahoo.com
Attendance Office
Club Spotlight: LatinX
Here are a few reminders from the Attendance Office
LatinX, a new club on campus this year, was formed by a group of students of latina descent and their allies. Since its inception just a few short months ago, the club has enjoyed enormous success and an outpouring of support from the Presentation student body. At the first club meeting alone there were over 50 students present! The student leaders of LatinX collaborated with Campus Ministry and other student organizations to plan the September 14 rally in support of DACA recipients. The club made posters for the rally and two club officers, seniors Laurenn Vives and Claudia Pedroza, spoke at the rally and were featured on the NBC Bay Area news. In November, LatinX officers worked in conjunction with CI to create an altar to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Most recently, seniors Mirella Tsegay, Sintia Marquez, Laurelle Manriquez-Flores, Morgan Calhoun, Tiffany Lopez, Nicole Muñoz and the rest of the club officers have worked tirelessly to plan the club’s most recent event: Presentation’s first ever Cultural Student Union’s Culture Fair! In conjunction with two other new clubs this year: the Asian Student Union and Jazba (Presentation’s Bollywood dance team), LatinX hosted over 100 students at the Culture Fair! The celebration featured food, games, dance, music and crafts from all over the world. In December, LatinX will celebrate the Virgen de Guadalupe before breaking for finals. Lots of adventures await LatinX in the spring semester!
By Catherine Furtado | Attendance Secretary and Registrar
If your daughter is absent or late: • Please call the Attendance Office at (408) 266-1060 no later than 9 a.m. • Your daughter is considered absent if she arrives after 8 a.m. (unless she has a free period) and will need a parent note when she checks into the Attendance Office. • All absences require a written note signed by the parent the day she returns to school. Faxes and emails are not accepted. If your daughter needs to leave early: In the rare instance when your daughter needs to leave school for an appointment, please send her to the Attendance Office before school begins with a note from you stating the reason she needs to leave school and the time of her dismissal. She will be given an early dismissal notice from the Attendance Secretary. When she returns to school from the appointment she must check back into school with the Attendance Office. For further information, please review the detailed attendance policy in your daughter’s academic planner. If you have any other questions, please contact the Attendance Office at (408) 266-1060 or by email at cfurtado@presentationhs.org.
By Caroline Murray | Club Moderator
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College Counseling
Campus Ministry
With most college applications submitted, the anticipation of admissions decisions are top of mind for some students. In this era of social media, electronic updates, and selfies, the wait might seem unnatural. Instant gratification is not possible with a time compressed process like college admissions. The energy and resources devoted to turnaround such decisions is an immense endeavor. Consider using this waiting period as a time to reflect on the current state of your college process.
Welcome back! Happy New Year! Through the many retreats and liturgies of this spring semester, our goal is to provide prayer experiences that encourage your daughters to open their hearts to God and receive the peace and joy that God’s love has to offer them.
By MaryLynne Rodriguez | Director of College Counseling
If you submitted a college application for a four year institution be aware of others electing for the community college route or considering art & design schools, military, music, or performing arts/theater based options. If you have been accepted to a school, congratulations, a college would like you to attend their institution. Regardless of where it stands on your list, recognize your achievement. Do not take it for granted because there are students who wish they knew. Whether it is an aspirational school or a foundation school, treat it like a gift. If you have been advised to submit new or additional materials understand you are still being considered. You remain a viable candidate. If you are still waiting, remember, no news is no news. Make the most of this opportunity. If you end up receiving unfavorable news, keep the long view in mind. A denial is not forever. It means, not right now. It might feel disappointing, but this decision is not life defining. The college admissions process will be one of many experiences where the outcome might not be what you hoped it to be, but will work out in the end. Be grateful for the possibilities beyond Presentation. Regardless of where you go and what you pursue, remember the communities who have been there all along. Embrace the journey ahead. Wear your own shoes and forge your own path. 4
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By Claire Hansen and Annalora Calin | Campus Ministry
On January 16 our candidates for Confirmation and their sponsors will meet for an evening focused on prayer. The first disciples asked our savior Jesus Christ to teach them to pray (Luke 11:1) and this question is still relevant for the Christian community today. Prayer is an important part of an adult relationship with God and our confirmation candidates and their sponsors will learn more about different styles of prayer and how to integrate prayer into their daily lives. We ask that you pray for them as well, especially as we approach the Lenten and Easter seasons. The first of two Senior Retreats is happening on January 25-26; this retreat is devoted to coming to know God’s call – in yourself, through others, in prayer, through challenge, and in acts of service. 55 seniors will retreat overnight to the Jesuit Retreat Center in Los Altos. There are still spots on our Sophomore and Junior retreats in the spring semester. Retreats are free and open to students of all faiths. Interested students should fill out a retreat registration packet (which can be downloaded from the ‘Faith and Service’ section of the Presentation website). Many blessings for a healthy 2018!
Dance Team
Performing Arts
Presentations Dance Cabaret was a major success with over 600 people in attendance. The performances were absolutely amazing and inspiring. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the team, third and fourth period classes, and Presentations lovely choirs. Don’t forget that January marks the start of the competition season for the Presentation Dance Team. January 20, will be the first competition is West Coast Elite at Valley Christian High School. Please come out and support your fellow panthers!
Big Brother is watching! We will hold auditions for our spring play: George Orwell’s 1984 on January 23 from 3-6pm (callbacks will be January 24 from 3-6 p.m.). Additionally, there will be an audition workshop on January 17 from 3-5 p.m. Did you know many CEOs mention their theater experiences and classes in high school as instrumental to their success? Do encourage your students to avail themselves of our vibrant performing arts program while they are here. Consider this opportunity for your student to work on a team, to speak in front of an audience and to polish self-presentation skills. And do mark your calendars to see this thought-provoking show, which will be performed March 17-25.
By Sara Fugate | Dance Team Coach
Additional Competition Dates: • January 27: at Homestead High School • February 3: at Bella Vista High School • February 10: at Monta Vista High School • February 25: at Cupertino High School
By Jim Houle | Director of Performing Arts
We’re all in this together Come to the Valenzuela Theater on January 20 and be the first to see our high-energy production of that sentimental (and now retro) favorite: Disney’s High School Musical. Revisit Troy and Gabriella’s romance and relive all of those infectious tunes and dance moves in this entertaining night of theater and culture. A fun outing for the whole family, this show is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, so do not get locked out… make your reservations now! Just go to our homepage and click the Arts/Box Office button. You can pick your seat, pay for it online and even print your ticket. This will be a must-see event, so get your tickets soon! High School Musical runs January 20-28. See you at the theater.
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Athletics
By Stacey Mallison | Athletic Director Happy New Year, Panthers! The Presentation basketball team is off to a great start with a 7-0 record and their quest to defend their CCS title. Thus far, they have had big wins over Sacred Heart Prep, Sobrato and Aptos. We also hosted the Varsity Shootout on December 16 and then traveled to the West Coast Jamboree over Christmas Break to get ready for the WCAL season that begins on January 10 vs. Mitty. The Athletic Department is hosting the 4th Annual Faculty Appreciation Night at the varsity basketball game vs. Valley Christian on February 7 at 7:30 p.m. Please join us in recognizing and thanking our amazing faculty and staff for all that they do for the students at Presentation. Also, our JV basketball team won the Del Mar basketball tournament with wins over Leigh, Fremont and Carlmont. The varsity soccer team is also working hard to defend their CCS title and started off their season with am impressive 7-0-1 record, posting wins over Los Gatos, Leland and Willow Glen. They have scored 21 goals in their first seven games and allowed only six. The varsity soccer team played an exciting game against Santa Clara High School at Avaya Stadium on December 16 and won 3-1. The soccer team has been impressive on the field but they have also impressed by their actions off the field. The soccer program paired with One Million Warm Nights, organization provides pajamas and books to children in need. We are hoping to help One Million Warm Nights reach their goal of providing pajamas and nurturing books to one million children. Make sure to mark your calendar for the soccer alumnae game, which will be held on December 30 at 11:30 a.m. on the Mani Hernandez Field. Also, a huge congratulations to the following students who earned All-League honors for their fall sport:
Volleyball Jenna Sandall, Second Team All-League Water Polo Kaitlin Rooney, First Team All-League Olivia Davis, Second Team All-League Heather Jacobson, Second Team All-League Audrey Mullen, Honorable Mention
Varsity Home Games Soccer
Cross Country Paige Comiso, First Team All-League Gianna Mendoza, First Team All-League Zoe Hartfield, First Team All-League Audrey James, First Team All-League Alexandra Lazar, Second Team All-League Gabriella Escobar, Second Team All-League
Wednesday, Jan. 10 vs. Sacred Heart Cathedral | 3:15 p.m.
Field Hockey Nikki Streete, BVAL Goalie of the Year Ryann McManus, First Team All-League Carolyn Skotz, First Team All-League Marley Wahler, Second Team All-League Isabella Henderson, Second Team All-League
Saturday, Jan. 27 vs. Valley Christian | 11 a.m.
Golf Mariana Antaya, Honorable Mention Tennis Kim Krtolica, Second Team All-League Raquel Miller, Second Team All-League Angela Gill, Honorable Mention
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Wednesday, Jan. 17 vs. Archbishop Mitty | 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 vs. Sacred Heart Prep | 3:15 p.m.
basketball Wednesday, Jan. 10 vs. Archbishop Mitty | 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 vs. St. Francis High School | 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24 vs. St. Ignatius College Prep | 7:30 p.m.
Fashion Show Presentation’s annual fashion show returns this spring with Lighting the Way. This year’s fashion show will dazzle while staying true to its mission to raise much needed funds for the Endowment for Financial Aid.
a group of friends for a special memory photo. Senior parents donate to the senior class photo featured as a two page spread in the program, and receive your own 11”x17” senior class photo to keep for years to come.
More than 20 percent of Presentation students turn to financial aid to make their dreams of a college prep education come true. For more than 50 years the Presentation Fashion Show has been a key component in keeping the endowment strong for future generations of Presentation girls.
Help Fill the Presentation Lighting the Way Wish List Consider donating cash or a special item, such as tickets to a sporting event, restaurant gift cards, new electronics or a stay in a vacation home to help fill the raffle prize packages.
Now is your opportunity to join the show and make a difference! Students and families from all grades are encouraged to attend the show and get involved.
Join the Fashion Show Crew Parent volunteers are needed before and during the show to help with backstage dressing and production. This is an exciting way for parents of younger students to learn more about the fashion show.
Become a Show Sponsor Choose from a variety of sponsorship levels that offer fun benefits, including preferred tickets to see the show! Sponsorships also show your school spirit by featuring your business or family’s name in the Lighting the Way fashion show program and on the video screen during the show Advertise Your Business Align your business with Pres by promoting it with an ad in the Lighting the Way fashion show program. A variety of sizes and prices are available!
Don't Miss the Show Nothing beats the fun and excitement of a live show! Catch the lunch or dinner show to see the latest runway styles, one of a kind designs created by our own Pres fashion designers, the national championship winning dance team, and students from the Class of 2018. Save the date Saturday, April 21, 2018. All this information can be found on the Lighting the Way Fashion Show web page www.presentationhs.org/fashionshow for further information and details.
Sponsor a Program Photo of Your Daughter Put your Pres girl in print in the fashion show program. Sponsor a shout out ad, class photo or club team photo, or even organize www.presentationhs.org 7
January 2018 SUNDAY
MONDAY
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7 Christmas Vacation
Christmas Vacation
Christmas Vacation
TUESDAY
2 Christmas Vacation 9 Christmas Vacation
WEDNESDAY
3 Christmas Vacation 10 Young Alum
Board Mtg., 6-8 p.m., Jenvey House Parent Board Mtg., 7-9 p.m., Library
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15 School Holiday: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
21 High School Musical, 2-5 p.m., Theater
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High School Musical, 2-5 p.m., Theater Fashion Show Parent Meeting/Photo Day, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., MSC and MAC
22 Lantern League Voting Mtg., 6:30-10 p.m., Theater
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College Counseling Workshop, 1:15-2 p.m., College Counseling Center Alum Hall Judging, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
THURSDAY
4 Christmas Vacation 11 Fashion Show
Student Designer Orientation, 3-5 p.m., CLC
Booster Board Mtg., 7-9 p.m., Library
Lantern League College 16Steering 17Counseling 18 Committee Collab. Mtg., 12-1:30 p.m., Basile House
for Juniors, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Mentor Classrooms
Confirmation Mtg., 6:45-9 p.m., MSC
1984 Audition Workshop, 3-5 p.m., Theater
Fashion Show General Mtg., 7-9 p.m., Library
Alumnae Council Mtg., 6-8 p.m., Jenvey House
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College Counseling Collab. for Juniors, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Mentor Classrooms
30 1984 Parent Mtg., 6:30-8 p.m., MSC State of the School, 7-9 p.m., Theater
1984 Callbacks, 24 3-5 p.m., Theater
FRIDAY
5 Christmas Vacation Fashion Show 12 Executive Mtg.,
Cookies and Cocoa Junior College Event: Mandatory for Juniors, 1:15-2 p.m., MSC
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20 Freshman Day of Service
High School Musical Opening Night & Gala, 7-11 p.m., Theater
Math & Science Colloquium, 7-8:30 p.m., MSC
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Heritage Business Mtg., Fashion Show Designer6-9 p.m., MSC Model Mtg., 3-5 p.m., High School Musical, Room 24 7-10 p.m., Theater Parent Scheduling Night, 7-8:30 p.m., Library
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8-11 a.m., Basile House
Frosh Retreat: Freshman Class Mtg., 12:30-1:10 p.m., MAC
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SATURDAY
High School Musical, 7-10 p.m., Theater
27 Sophomore Day of Service
High School Musical, 7-10 p.m., Theater
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Astronomy Club Viewing Event: Lunar Eclipse, 7-7:40 a.m. Talent Show, 11:05 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., MAC
For complete calendar visit www.presentationhs.org/calendar
JANUARY 2018 Presentation High School The Lantern 2281 Plummer Avenue San Jose, CA 95125