Commencement exercises for the Marshall School Class of 2007 will be at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 10 in Fregeau Auditorium.

• Seniors are asked to arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. to get into their caps and gowns, which are required attire for the graduation ceremony.  Boys should wear ties, and girls should remember the white collar that is included with the graduation gown. They are to report to the Middle School Commons.

• A class picture (with caps and gowns) will be taken at 2:15 p.m. in the gym.  After the picture is taken, seniors will line up for the procession into the auditorium. 
• The auditorium doors will open around 2:00 p.m.
• Graduation will last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.  A reception follows beginning in the Chapel and weather permitting, will continue outside in the front courtyard.
• No tickets are necessary for graduation, but seating is limited
• A DVD of graduation will be available again this year.  Order yours from Mrs. LaFond in the Upper School Office by returning the enclosed postcard with payment or in the courtyard following the ceremony.  The $25 fee includes the cost of taping, media, shipping and handling.

Baccalaureate – Saturday, June 9, at 4:00 p.m. in Fregeau Auditorium

• This is a “dress up” event (no cap and gown required).
• Seniors who will be participating in Baccalaureate (readers, singers and musicians) need to arrive no later than 3:15 p.m.
• All other seniors need to report to the Gallery no later than 3:30 p.m. to line up for the procession into the auditorium.  The line up is the same as for graduation.
• Baccalaureate will last approximately 45 minutes. 
• There will be a reception at 4:45 p.m.
• Following the reception will be the presentation of the Caboose Awards at 5:15 p.m.  This is a special recognition for families who have had more than one Marshall graduate and are celebrating the graduation of their youngest child. 
• Then the senior slide show will take place in the auditorium at 5:30 p.m.

Safari Magic Auction

Friday, May 4, 2007

Marshall School’s 20th Annual Auction & Dinner, Safari Magic, will be held on May 4.  More than 400 students, parents, alumni, faculty & staff, and friends will gather at Marshall School to raise funds to benefit Marshall’s Faculty Enrichment & Educational Programs. The Silent Auction & Social Hour will begin at 5:30 pm; Dinner & Live Auction will begin at 7:00 pm. The event is sponsored by Duluth News Tribune and Service Printers, with gourmet catering from Upper Lakes Foods.

Highlights in the Live Auction include an 8-day Photographic Safari for 2 in South Africa from Gander Mountain Expeditions (minimum bid begins at $1,600; package includes food, lodging, guides, and transportation from the Johannesburg airport; airfare not included), a 22” x 28” Craig Blacklock Giclee print from his upcoming book, and a year lease on a 2007 Honda Civic from Krenzen Auto Mall. Total gifts in the Live Auction exceed 50; total gifts in the Silent Auction exceed 320. The Auction Catalog can be viewed by going to http://marshallschool.maestroweb.com.

The Lake Superior Zoological Society will be bringing a wonderful welcoming committee of animals to include, but not limited to, a gregarious tortoise and a small alligator.

"The Importance of Being Earnest" to be Performed April 19 - 21

The Marshall Drama department spring play is the "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. Showtime on Thursday and Friday is 7:30.  Saturday's matinee starts at 2:00 p.m.  Tickets, which are available at the door, are $6 for adults and $3 for students.  All performances will be held in the newly renovated Fregeau Auditorium.

The Marshall Math Team has captured the 2007 Minnesota State High School Math League state championship. The team finished first among all Class A schools and fourth overall.  Competitors Dan Moore, Peter Lundgren and David Krueger have been selected as members of the Minnesota State team. 

The team was welcomed back during an all school assembly on March 14.  Coach Lynne Fryberger described the high level of commitment and intense preparation required to succeed at the state level. Head of School Marlene David accepted the teams championship trophies, and congratulated both the team and all of the Marshall math teachers in grades  5-12 whose exceptional teaching contributed to the teams success.

Congratulations to the Hilltopper Boys' Hockey team who finished as the runner-up in the Minnesota State High School League State Hockey Tournament. Marshall was defeated by the Hermantown Hawks in the Championship game on Saturday. Complete details on the tournament are available at the MSHSL website here.

The Hilltopper Dance Team has captured the Minnesota State High School League State Championship!  The team placed first in the Class A Jazz/Funk Division.  Marshall finished ahead of runner-up BOLD. The championship caps a magical season during which the team won top honors at numerous competitions. State tournament details are available at the MSHSL website here.

We’re fortunate to live in a community where educational opportunities are strong overall, however, several things set Marshall apart, and each year our graduates are accepted at top colleges and universities across the country. To learn more about Marshall’s community and academic programs, follow these links to information on The Upper School, The Middle School, and Technology at Marshall.

Students from 37 different schools, 4 states and 4 foreign countries are currently enrolled at Marshall, drawn together by a commitment to learning in an environment that emphasizes kindness, integrity and respect. More than $500,000 was awarded to over a quarter of the student body for the 2006-07 academic year.

We hope you will consider Marshall for your child’s education. We will be hosting events throughout the spring that can help you get better acquainted with our community and programs. Please attend one of our upcoming Open Houses, or encourage your child to spend the day at Marshall – visiting the school is the best way to get to know us. 

The Marshall Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Barbara A. Brueggemann as the new Head of School, effective July 1, 2007.  She will succeed Marlene David, who earlier in the year announced that she would retire in June after ten very successful years leading the school.  Ms. Brueggemann brings an impressive level of accomplishment from throughout her educational career.  According to Chair of the Search Committee, Eric Norberg, “Her experience, qualifications, and energy are well suited to meet the future vision of the school and community.”  She is currently the  Associate Head of School and Director of Studies at Shattuck-St. Mary’s school in Faribault, MN.   Additional information is available on the Head of School Search website here.