December 23, 2005


Day 1


The Christmas Spirit

"Until one feels the spirit of Christmas, there is no Christmas. All else is outward display-so much tinsel and decorations. For it isn't the holly, it isn't the snow. It isn't the tree not the firelight's glow. It's the warmth that comes to the hearts of men when the Christmas spirit return again."
- -- Anonymous


"Let us remember that the Christmas heart is a giving heart, a wide open heart that thinks of others first. The birth of the baby Jesus stands as the most significant event in all history, because it has meant the pouring into a sick world of the healing medicine of love which has transformed all manner of hearts for almost two thousand years... Underneath all the bulging bundles is this beating Christmas heart." - -- George Mathhew Adams


Announcements


Waterloo Math Contest - Grades 9, 10, & 11: If you missed the Wednesday meeting regarding registering for the Waterloo Math contest, then please see Mrs. Belloni, in room 302 during periods 2, 3 and 4 TODAY and sign up.

Ontario University Applications: Be sure you have your PIN number to complete your application over the holidays. If you are missing your number or you need help with your application, please see your counselor prior to leaving on Friday. Application deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 11 (two days after you come back!).


Thursday, December 22, 2005


Day 2

7/8 Soccer Reminders: Grade 7 Boys Soccer try-out is TODAY from 3:15 - 4:30. Please arrange for rides as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Ski Club: All high school Ski Club members who haven't had their picture taken for the Ski Club ID card must go to room 109 between 11:45 and 12:00 pm TODAY. The ID cards will be needed to get on the bus for ski club.

Hockey Team:
A reminder that team members are to be dismissed at 1:45 p.m. TODAY(bus leaves at 2 p.m.) and that they are responsible for transportation home after the game. The game is at Walter Baker arena.

Waterloo Math Contest - Grades 9, 10, & 11:
If you missed the Wednesday meeting regarding registering for the Waterloo Math contest, then please see Mrs. Belloni, in room 302 during periods 2, 3 and 4 TODAY or TOMORROW and sign up.

Yearbook Club: Mrs. Birmingham and Mrs. Spearin are thanking the after school Yearbook Club members, who have shown such a great effort and interest in our M.T. yearbook, by inviting them to a Christmas pizza lunch in room 112 TODAY at 11:40 a.m.

Ontario University Applications: Be sure you have your PIN number to complete your application over the holidays. If you are missing your number or you need help with your application, please see your counselor prior to leaving on Friday. Application deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 11 (two days after you come back!).

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by tomorrow in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Wednesday, December 21, 2005



Day 1

Sleigh Bells Ring, are you Listening...........to the beautiful sounds of Christmas as the talented students of the Mother Teresa Band and Vocal Ground take to the atrium TONIGHT (Wednesday, Dec 21st) at 7 pm. All are welcome to come out and enjoy a fun evening of Christmas music. This is a FREE concert, however, donations of non-perishable food items are appreciated.

Library News: The Red Maple Reading Club will meet today at 12:30 TODAY in the seminar room of the library. Bring your book and your lunch. GO players will meet in the library at 3:10 TODAY.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Grade 7-8 boys interested in playing on the school basketball team are requested to attend a very brief meeting in room 309 TODAY at 12:25 p.m.

7/8 Soccer Reminders: Grade 7 Boys try-out is Thursday from 3:15 - 4:30. Please arrange for rides as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Reach For The Top: Round Two continues TODAY at lunch with a re-scheduled match-up. "The Golden Frogs" face "Hot Off the Presses" in what should be a cliff-hanging escapade of trivia madness. Participants are advised to check out the posted schedule for up and coming matches.

Yearbook Club: Mrs. Birmingham and Mrs. Spearin are thanking the after school Yearbook Club members, who have shown such a great effort and interest in our M.T. yearbook, by inviting them to a Christmas pizza lunch in room 112 on Thursday, Dec. 22 at noon.

Grad Photos: Lifetouch will be here during senior lunch TODAY to take in your orders for grad photos. Lifetouch will also be here in January (date to be confirmed) for “friends” photos. For Grad Photo retakes – please communicate directly with Lifetouch.

Waterloo Math Contests: There will be a very important information meeting for all students interested in writing the grade 9 (Pascal), 10 (Cayley), and 11 (Fermat) contest TODAY at 11:45 am in room 302. If you would like to write either of these contests, you MUST register at the meeting.

Peer Helpers: Pizza Lunch on Thursday, Dec. 22. Please sign up outside Mr. Hallarn's door so we know how much pizza to order.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor this week.

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by this Friday in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Tuesday, December 20, 2005


Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Students: Do you know the capital of India? Do you know where Napoleon was born? If you know the answer to these questions, or if you just like trivia, join the Grade 7-8 Reach for the Top competition. All you need to do is form groups of three and register with Mr. Bouchard in room 309. There may be a maximum number of teams. Games will be at lunch and the winning team will get a chance to play against the teachers and against at least one other school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Grade 7-8 boys interested in playing on the school basketball team are requested to attend a very brief meeting in room 309 on Wednesday, December 21st at 12:25 p.m.

7/8 soccer reminders: Girls 2nd Try-out is TONIGHT after school from 3:15-4:30---list of invites is posted outside of the cafeteria. Grade 7 Boys try-out is Thursday from 3:15 - 4:30. Please arrange for rides as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Christmas Recordings:
Those students who signed up to record stories for the library are asked to see Mrs. B. Zvonar in the library TODAY. We're ready to begin recording.

Christmas Baskets: Please note that there is a change to our original message on Christmas baskets. ALL Christmas baskets will be delivered on Wednesday. Be sure to bring in your contributions and complete your baskets on time.

High School Intramurals: Grade 9 shooters vs GoGo Power Rangers and Jingle Turkeys vs B2 is Cool in the wood floor gym today at lunch

Reach For The Top:
Round Two continues TODAY at lunch in The Crazy Kitchen. "GOLDCAT" meets "Soup of the Day" in what should be a real nail-biter. Participants are advised to check out the posted schedule for up and coming matches.

Grad Photos: Lifetouch will be here during senior lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 21st to take in your orders for grad photos. Lifetouch will also be here in January (date to be confirmed) for "friends" photos. For Grad Photo retakes – please communicate directly with Lifetouch.

Waterloo Math Contests: There will be a very important information meeting for all students interested in writing the grade 9 (Pascal), 10 (Cayley), and 11 (Fermat) contest this Wednesday, December 21 at 11:45 am in room 302. If you would like to write either of these contests, you MUST register at the meeting.

Peer Helpers: 1) Grade 7 Homeroom visit will be on Wednesday, Dec. 21 for Locker Clean Up. It is important that all Peer Helpers assist in this activity. 2) Pizza Lunch on Thursday, Dec. 22. Please sign up outside Mr. Hallarn's door so we know how much pizza to order.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor this week.

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by this Friday in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Monday, December 19, 2005


Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Students: Do you know the capital of India? Do you know where Napoleon was born? If you know the answer to these questions, or if you just like trivia, join the Grade 7-8 Reach for the Top competition. All you need to do is form groups of three and register with Mr. Bouchard in room 309. There may be a maximum number of teams. Games will be at lunch and the winning team will get a chance to play against the teachers and against at least one other school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Grade 7-8 boys interested in playing on the school basketball team are requested to attend a very brief meeting in room 309 on Wednesday, December 21st at 12:25 p.m.

Tryouts: 7/8 boys try-outs Monday after school for GRADE 8's and Thursday after school for Grade 7's. 7/8 Girls soccer Tuesday after school.

Library News: The library will close at 3:30 sharp TODAY.

Christmas Baskets: A reminder to all homerooms and groups that Christmas Baskets for our chosen families will be delivered on Wednesday and Thursday. Be sure to bring in your contributions and complete your baskets on time. Merry Christmas!

The School Play "The Pink Panther Strikes Again!": The cast list is finally posted on the drama door. Congratulations for all the students who made it. Check it and if you see your name, please come for a very important meeting at 3:15 TODAY on the stage.

Waterloo Math Contests: There will be a very important information meeting for all students interested in writing the grade 9 (Pascal), 10 (Cayley), and 11 (Fermat) contest this Wednesday, December 21 at 11:45 am in room 302. If you would like to write either of these contests, you MUST register at the meeting.

Peer Helpers: 1) Grade 7 Homeroom visit will be on Wednesday, Dec. 21 for Locker Clean Up. It is important that all Peer Helpers assist in this activity. 2) Pizza Lunch on Thursday, Dec. 22. Please sign up outside Mr. Hallarn's door so we know how much pizza to order.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor this week.

Yearbooks: Tuesday, December 20 (tomorrow) is your last chance to purchase a yearbook. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to collect the memorable moments of your 2004-2005 school year. Grads will want to keep a copy of this to remember their friends for years to come! Cost is $42.00. Check it out at the Tuck shop in the Atrium at lunch!

Titan Clothing: MT Titan wear - all orders and cheques must be received by Tuesday, December 20 (tomorrow) – Stop by the Tuck shop at lunch to check out all the choices and to submit your order!

Morning Mass: All students and staff are invited to morning Mass on Tuesday, December 20th. Mass will be in the chapel at 8:15 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a great was to prepare for Advent.

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by this Friday in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Friday, December 16, 2005


Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Students: Do you know the capital of India? Do you know where Napoleon was born? If you know the answer to these questions, or if you just like trivia, join the Grade 7-8 Reach for the Top competition. All you need to do is form groups of three and register with Mr. Bouchard in room 309. There may be a maximum number of teams. Games will be at lunch and the winning team will get a chance to play against the teachers and against at least one other school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Grade 7-8 boys interested in playing on the school basketball team are requested to attend a very brief meeting in room 309 on Wednesday, December 21st at 12:25 p.m.

Christmas Baskets: A reminder to all homerooms and groups that Christmas Baskets for our chosen families will be delivered on Wednesday and Thursday of next week. Be sure to bring in your contributions and complete your baskets on time. Merry Christmas!

Rosary: Come and join us today for Prayer. We meet in the Chapel at senior lunch. All are welcome!

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Today is the LAST DAY to purchase your raffle tickets for the draw for two tickets for the Senators game against the San Jose Sharks on January 12th. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches TODAY. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5.

Yearbooks: Tuesday, December 20 is your last chance to purchase a yearbook. Don't miss out on your opportunity to collect the memorable moments of your 2004-2005 school year. Grads will want to keep a copy of this to remember their friends for years to come! Cost is $42.00. Check it out at the Tuck shop in the Atrium at lunch!

Titan Clothing: MT Titan wear - all orders and cheques must be received by Tuesday, December 20 - Stop by the Tuck shop at lunch to check out all the choices and to submit your order!

Morning Mass:
All students and staff are invited to morning Mass on Tuesday, December 20th. Mass will be in the chapel at 8:15 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a great was to prepare for Advent.

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by Dec. 23 in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.


Thursday, December 15, 2005


Day 1

7/8 Girls Soccer: Try-outs for the Girls Gr. 7 & 8 Soccer team TODAY in gym A/B from 3:15– 5:00 p.m.

Library Announcements: Students are reminded to return library books due by Dec. 23 in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

The Pink Panther Strikes Again: Will the following students come for a second reading on stage at 3:15 TODAY: Victoria Pijacki, Katie Shea, Amanda Braks, Jessica Pearce, Katy Stoica, Sarah Stewart.

Enrichment Activity: Any students interested in participating in a blood typing activity under the supervision of nurses from Blood Services Canada during period 3 on Monday December 19th, please see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 322 during lunch TODAY.

Library Hours: Library is CLOSED today; Friday, Dec. 16, 7:15 - 3:30; Monday, Dec. 19, 7:15 - 3:30; Regular hours of 7:15 - 4:00 resume on Tuesday, Dec. 20.

Last Chance! Last Call for yearbooks and MT Titan wear - all forms and cheques must be received by Tuesday, December 20. - No exceptions will be made. Graduating students take note.

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student Council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, until Friday, December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. Support your Student Council and the Ottawa Senators
!!

Wednesday, December 14, 2005


Day 2


7/8 Girls Soccer: Try-outs for the Girls Gr. 7 & 8 Soccer team will happen on one night only: Thursday, December 15th in gym A/B from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. Arrange for transportation as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Library Announcements: 1. The Red Maple Reading Club and the GO Club are cancelled for TODAY; 2. Students are reminded to return library books due by Dec. 23 in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Library Hours: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 7:15 - 3:00; Thursday, Dec. 15, library closed to students; Friday, Dec. 16, 7:15 - 3:30; Monday, Dec. 19, 7:15 - 3:30; Regular hours of 7:15 - 4:00 resume on Tuesday, Dec. 20.

Social Justice: There is a group meeting for all members, TODAY during lunch, in the chapel.

Youth Ministry:
All Youth Ministers are asked to come by the chapel TODAY at the beginning of lunch period for a quick meeting.

Student Exchange: STS (Student Travel Schools) will be in the cafeteria during senior lunch TODAY to answer questions and discuss their exchange program. Through STS you can study one semester or a full year abroad. They have connections to 15 different countries. There is a scholarship opportunity available to help with costs.

Europe Trip Easter 2006: There will be a brief but important meeting TODAY in room 322 at 11:45 a.m. for the students going on this trip. Topics include: rooming assignments, optional excursions, and health insurance.

Alpine Ski Team:
The next practice for the ski team is TODAY after school in the weight room. Your team fees are now due. See Mrs. Brady in room 322 for the practice schedule.

Hockey Team: Members of the Hockey team are reminded of their practice TODAY after school. You will be dismissed at 2 pm and practice will be from 3-4 at Walter Baker. Only students who attend practice will be eligible for our game on Thursday.

Last Chance! Last Call for yearbooks and MT Titan wear - all forms and cheques must be received by Tuesday, December 20. - No exceptions will be made. Graduating students take note.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor.

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student Council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, until Friday, December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. Support your Student Council and the Ottawa Senators!!


Tuesday, December 13, 2005



Day 1

7/8 Girls Soccer: Try-outs for the Girls Gr. 7 & 8 Soccer team will happen on one night only: Thursday, December 15th in gym A/B from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. Arrange for transportation as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Library Hours: Tuesday, Dec. 13, 7:15 - 3:00; Wednesday, Dec. 14, 7:15 - 3:00; Thursday, Dec. 15, library closed to students; Friday, Dec. 16, 7:15 - 3:30; Monday, Dec. 19, 7:15 - 3:30; Regular hours of 7:15 - 4:00 resume on Tuesday, Dec. 20.

Library Announcements: 1. The Red Maple Reading Club and the GO Club are cancelled on Wednesday, Dec 14; 2. Students are reminded to return library books due by Dec. 23 in order to avoid hefty fines over the holidays. Books can be renewed.

Reach For The Top is Back! Round Two continues TODAY at lunch in Room 200. "The Dancing Lemons" face "Cheesecake Vengeance" in Game 10 of The Quest for the Mighty Brain Hiccup In-School Tourney. Participants are advised to check out the posted schedule for up and coming matches.

Europe Trip Easter 2006: There will be a brief but important meeting this Wednesday in room 322 at 11:45 a.m. for the students going on this trip. Topics include: rooming assignments, optional excursions, and health insurance.

Alpine Ski Team: The next practice for the ski team is Wednesday, December 14 after school in the weight room. Your team fees are now due. See Mrs. Brady in room 322 for the practice schedule.

Hockey Team: Members of the Hockey team are reminded of their practice on Wednesday after school. You will be dismissed at 2 pm and practice will be from 3-4 at Walter Baker. Only students who attend practice will be eligible for our game next Thursday.

Last Chance! Last Call for yearbooks and MT Titan wear - all forms and cheques must be received by Tuesday, December 20. - No exceptions will be made. Graduating students take note.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor.

Student Exchange: STS (Student Travel Schools) will be in the cafeteria during senior lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 14 to answer questions and discuss their exchange program. Through STS you can study one semester or a full year abroad. They have connections to 15 different countries. There is a scholarship opportunity available to help with costs.

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student Council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, until Friday, December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. Support your Student Council and the Ottawa Senators!!


Monday, December 12, 2005



Day 2

7/8 Girls Soccer: Try-outs for the Girls Gr. 7 & 8 Soccer team will happen on one night only: Thursday, December 15th in gym A/B from 3:15 – 5:00 p.m. Arrange for transportation as the sun sets at 4:30 p.m.

Ontario University Applications: A reminder to grads that the deadline for Ontario University applications is Wednesday, January 11th (two days after you come back from Christmas holidays). All students should have their application pins numbers and information sheets which explain how to do the on-line application. Cost is $100 to apply to three programs and $33 for each extra program. If you require assistance in completing your application, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor.

Student Exchange: STS (Student Travel Schools) will be in the cafeteria during senior lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 14 to answer questions and discuss their exchange program. Through STS you can study one semester or a full year abroad. They have connections to 15 different countries. There is a scholarship opportunity available to help with costs.

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student Council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, until Friday, December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. Support your Student Council and the Ottawa Senators!!

Friday, December 9, 2005


Day 1

Social Justice: Attention all those who are interested in making your voice be heard. Saturday, December 10 is Amnesty International's Global Write-A-Thon day. TODAY the MTHS social justice group will be holding our own write-a-thon. We will be writing letters to the Minister of Indian Affairs to protest against indigenous children being taken away from their families and placed in state care. Come and join us TODAY at lunch and sign a pre-written letter or write your own. We will also be selling cookies for the price of a dollar. Hope to see you there.

Indoor Soccer: Today is the last day for any Grade 7/8 students to sign up for an indoor soccer tournament in mid-January. The sign up sheet is outside of Ms. McKenna's office.

Reach For The Top is Back! Round Two begins TODAY at lunch in Room 200. "The Arm Flailing Tube Men" face "Revenge of the Backstreet Boys" in Game 9 of The Quest for the Mighty Brain Hiccup In-School Tourney. Participants are advised to check out the posted schedule for up and coming matches.

Student Exchange: STS (Student Travel Schools) will be in the cafeteria during senior lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 14 to answer questions and discuss their exchange program. Through STS you can study one semester or a full year abroad. They have connections to 15 different countries. There is a scholarship opportunity available to help with costs.

Wacky Friday!! There will be a grade level activity in the cafeteria at both senior and junior lunch TODAY. Wear your colours and show your grade spirit!!

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student Council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Do you need a cheap and easy Christmas present for someone? Would you like to go to the game yourself? Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, starting TODAY and going to Friday, December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday, December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. TODAY only, all students wearing their grade designated colours will get a $0.50 discount on their tickets. Support your Student Council and the Ottawa Senators!!


Thursday, December 8, 2005



Day 2


Social Justice: Attention all those who are interested in making your voice be heard. Saturday, December 10 is Amnesty International's Global Write-A-Thon day. On Friday, December 9, the MTHS social justice group will be holding our own write-a-thon. We will be writing letters to the Minister of Indian Affairs to protest against indigenous children being taken away from their families and placed in state care. Come and join us on Friday at lunch and sign a pre-written letter or write your own. We will also be selling cookies for the price of a dollar. Hope to see you there.

Indoor Soccer: Any Grade 7/8 students wishing to try out for an indoor soccer tournament in mid-January must sign up outside of Ms. McKenna's office this week.

Wacky Friday!! Tomorrow is our first wacky Friday. This month we are having a battle of the grades. Each grade is assigned a colour to wear. Grade 7 - Green, Grade 8 - Blue, Grade 9 - Yellow, Grade 10 - White, Grade 11 - Red and Grade 12 - Black. There will be a grade level activity in the cafeteria at both senior and junior lunch. Show your grade spirit!!

Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets!! Student council is raffling off two pairs of tickets for the January 12th game against the San Jose Sharks. Do you need a cheap and easy Christmas present for someone? Would you like to go to the game yourself? Tickets will be on sale in the atrium, during both lunches, from Friday December 9th to Friday December 16th. The draw will take place on Tuesday December 20th. Tickets are $2 each or three (3) for $5. On Friday December 9th, all students wearing their grade designated colours will get a $0.50 discount on their tickets. Support your student council and the Ottawa Senators!!

Toronto Field Trip: Students can drop by the Tuck shop this week to pick up their trip deposit cheques.

Hockey Team: Members are asked to see Mr. Prigent in the Tuck Shop to pick up Jersey order forms.

Grade 12 Yearbook Committee:
The representative from Jostens will be giving a WORKSHOP on the Grad section on TODAY at 3:10 to 4:30 in room 103. All members need to attend.

Outdoor Club: There will be an important meeting for climbers TODAY at lunch in room 103 to review the climbing procedures.

Schedule for TODAY :

Period 1: 8:55 - 10:00

Period 2: 10:05 - 11:05

9/12 Lunch: 11:05 - 11:55

7/8 Periods 3A/B : 11:05 - 11:55 (there is no split period 3)

7/8 Lunch: 12:00 - 12:50

9/12 Period 3: 12:00 - 12:50

Period 4: 12:55 - 2:05

7/12 Dismissal: 2:05pm


Wednesday, December 7, 2005


Day 1

Red Maple Reading Club: will meet TODAY at 12:30 in the seminar room of the library. Please bring your book and your lunch.

Indoor Soccer: Any Grade 7/8 students wishing to try out for an indoor soccer tournament in mid-January must sign up outside of Ms. McKenna's office this week.

Volunteer Readers: Those high school students who volunteered to read and record the Christmas stories are asked to meet with Mrs. B. Zvonar in the seminar room in the library TODAY at 12:00.

Drama Production: For all high school students who attended the information meeting for this year's school play, please write your name on the sign-up sheet (on the stage door room 114) for an audition spot taking place next week on Monday, Dec. 12, Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 14. Please bring with you your information sheet when auditioning. Thank you. Mme Brooks.

Tennis Team: Could all Tennis team members please see Mr. Prigent in the wood floor gym or in the Tuck shop TODAY at lunch to confirm participation in the team party.

Toronto Field Trip: Students can drop by the Tuck shop this week to pick up their trip deposit cheques.

Hockey Team: Members are asked to see Mr. Prigent in the Tuck Shop to pick up Jersey order forms.

Intramurals: Meeting of all team captains that signed up for intramural Dodgeball TODAY in the wood floor gym during senior lunch at 11:45 a.m.

Grade 12 Yearbook Committee: The representative from Jostens will be giving a WORKSHOP on the Grad section on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 3:10 to 4:30 in room 103. All members need to attend. Please meet with Mrs. Spearin in room 112 at 11:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7 for a brief meeting.

Outdoor Club: There will be an important meeting for climbers on Thursday, Dec. 8 at lunch in room 103 to review the climbing procedures.

Attention all Grade 12's: The ordering of Mother Teresa Grad Wear will be extended to Friday, Dec 23. You can order your Grad Wear during lunch in room 211 on any DAY 2.

Ontario College Applicants: Please note that the fee for OCAS (Ontario College Application Service) is $85.00 not $80.00.

Night School & Virtual Courses: Information and registration forms for second semester night school and virtual (on-line) courses are now available in the Student Services office. If you are planning to register for one of these courses, don't delay, they can fill up fast!

Yearbooks: High school yearbooks are on sale for $42 until December 20. Add your name on the cover for an extra $5. (until Dec. 20)

Tuesday, December 6, 2005

Day 2

Book Fair: Attention all Students. Come and see the Scholastic Book Fair, where books rule, in the atrium starting Wednesday, Dec. 7. It will be open before and after school as well as during senior and junior lunch. Don't miss out on this great chance to buy presents for yourself and your family!

Social Justice Group: aka the "Goodness Guerillas" have a very important meeting TODAY@ lunch in the Chapel. Amnesty International Canada's Dec. 10 Write -A-Thon will be discussed.

Alpine Ski Team: Your first practice is TODAY from 3:15 - 4:00 pm, in the weight room.

Grad Yearbook Write-ups: There are still many grads who have not written a write-up for the yearbook. A picture without a write-up is not the way you want to be remembered! You have one more chance to complete this task this week. Show up in the computer lab (room 213) at lunch TODAY and take five minutes to type it in. Memories are what you are making!

Drama Production: For all high school students who attended the information meeting for this year school play, please write your name on the sign-up sheet (on the stage door room 114) for an audition spot taking place next week on Monday, Dec. 12, Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 14. Please bring with you your information sheet when auditioning. Thank you. Mme Brooks.

Intramurals: Once last chance to sign up for intramural dodgeball is TODAY at lunch in the Tuckshop - the season begins Thursday! Could all team captains that signed up for intramural Dodgeball please meet in the wood floor gym on Wednesday at Senior lunch at 11:45

Toronto Trip Hopefuls: Any student that gave a deposit for the Toronto Phys. Ed. Field Trip is asked to see Mr. Prigent at lunch in the Tuckshop.

Cake Auction: Cake auction happens TOMORROW (Wednesday, December 7) during Period 1. The more money your homeroom has, the higher your bid can be to get the cake you like best! All participating homerooms will receive a cake with a minimum bid of $15.

Outdoor Club: A reminder to members who signed up for INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING to hand in their forms by Wednesday, Dec. 7th. There will be an important meeting for climbers on Thursday, Dec. 8 at lunch in room 103 to review the climbing procedures.

Attention all Grade 12's: The ordering of Mother Teresa Grad Wear will be extended to Friday, Dec 23. You can order your Grad Wear during lunch in room 211 on any DAY 2.

CNML contest: Congratulations to all the students who participated in the second contest of the year. Thanks to the teachers who help to make this possible. Special mention goes to the top students with best total scores: Clare Reeler: 8; Kim Jennie, Tony Risling, David Bae: 6; Amanda Fancy, Brittany Johnson, Min-Ju Kim, Nicole Nolan, Henry Xi, Seok Young: 5. Looking forward to contest number 3.

Ontario College Applicants: Please note that the fee for OCAS (Ontario College Application Service) is $85.00 not $80.00.

Night School & Virtual Courses: Information and registration forms for second semester night school and virtual (on-line) courses are now available in the Student Services office. If you are planning to register for one of these courses, don't delay, they can fill up fast!

Yearbooks: High school yearbooks are on sale for $42 until December 20. Add your name on the cover for an extra $5. (until Dec. 20)

Monday, December 5, 2005


Day 1

Morning Mass: All students and staff are invited to morning Mass on Tuesday, December 6th. Mass will be in the chapel at 8:15 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a great was to prepare for Advent.

Book Fair:
Attention all Students. Come and see the Scholastic Book Fair, where books rule, in the atrium starting Wednesday, Dec. 7. It will be open before and after school as well as during senior and junior lunch. Don't miss out on this great chance to buy presents for yourself and your family!

Alpine Ski Team: There will be a short meeting TODAY (Monday, December 5) at lunch in room 322. All potential racers must pick up a package from Mrs. Brady. Your first practice is tomorrow (Tuesday, December 6), 3:15-4:00 pm, in the weight room.

Drama Production: For all high school students interested in performing in this years school play THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN, please come for a very important information meeting TODAY on the stage at 11:45 a.m. Please bring your lunch.

Outdoor Club: A reminder to members who signed up for INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING to hand in their forms by Wednesday, Dec. 7th. There will be an important meeting for climbers on Thursday, Dec. 8 at lunch in room 103 to review the climbing procedures.

Prom Committee: There will be a meeting of the prom committee TODAY (Monday, Dec. 5) in room 211 during lunch.

Attention all Grade 12's: The ordering of Mother Teresa Grad Wear will be extended to Friday, Dec 23. You can order your Grad Wear during lunch in room 211 on any DAY 2.

Boys Hockey: Members of the Boys' Hockey team will be dismissed at 1:55 p.m. TODAY and must find their own way to Walter Baker. Game time is 3 p.m. Bring your white jerseys.

CNML contest: Congratulations to all the students who participated in the second contest of the year. Thanks to the teachers who help to make this possible. Special mention goes to the top students with best total scores: Clare Reeler: 8; Kim Jennie, Tony Risling, David Bae: 6; Amanda Fancy, Brittany Johnson, Min-Ju Kim, Nicole Nolan, Henry Xi, Seok Young: 5. Looking forward to contest number 3.

Ontario College Applicants: Please note that the fee for OCAS (Ontario College Application Service) is $85.00 not $80.00.

Toronto Field Trip: TODAY is your last chance to sign up for the Toronto field trip - Forms and cheques are to be handed in to Miriam in the Tuck shop at lunch. Any questions - see Mr. Liska.

Night School & Virtual Courses: Information and registration forms for second semester night school and virtual (on-line) courses are now available in the Student Services office. If you are planning to register for one of these courses, don't delay, they can fill up fast!

Yearbooks: High school yearbooks are on sale for $42 until December 20. Add your name on the cover for an extra $5. (until Dec. 20)

Modified Library Hours: Monday, Dec. 5 to Wednesday, Dec. 8 inclusive: 8:30 to 4:00.

Cake Auction: The Varsity Girls' Basketball Team will be holding a cake auction on Wednesday, December 7 during Period 1. Each homeroom is encouraged to collect as much money as possible before that day in order to be in the running to place a bid for the "supreme" cakes -- all participating homerooms will receive a cake with a minimum bid of $15.

Friday, December 2, 2005


Day 2

Morning Mass: All students and staff are invited to morning Mass on Tuesday, December 6th and Tuesday, December 20th. Mass will be in the chapel at 8:15 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a great was to prepare for Advent.

Drama Production: For all high school students interested in performing in this years school play THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN please come for a very important information meeting on Monday, Dec. 5th on the stage at 11:45 a.m. Please bring your lunch.

Room Change: Mr. Prigent's Health class is in the Library Seminar Room for period 2 TODAY.

Boys Hockey: All members of the Boys' Hockey team are reminded of their exhibition game on Monday. Bring your white jerseys. You will be dismissed at 1:55 p.m. and must find your own way to Walter Baker. Game time is 3 p.m.

Night School & Virtual Courses: Information and registration forms for second semester night school and virtual (on-line) courses are now available in the Student Services office. If you are planning to register for one of these courses, don’t delay, they can fill up fast!

Summer H.S. Credit Courses In England and Ireland: The Ottawa Public School Board is sponsoring high school summer credit courses (4 weeks) in England and Ireland this summer. Courses offered include Grade 11 and 12 English, Grade 12 World History, Grade 12 Writer's Craft and Grade 11 Biology. The learning is enhanced by on-the-scene visits to local landmarks, museums and historic sites in Oxford and London, England and Dublin, Ireland. There is an information meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5 or Wednesday, Jan. 11 at Gloucester H.S. More information is available on their website: www.experienceengland.com

White Pine Book Club: The White Pine Book Club will meet in the library conference room TODAY at 11.45 a.m. Students may bring their lunch.

Yearbooks: High school yearbooks are on sale for $42 until December 20. Add your name on the cover for an extra $5. (until Dec. 20)

Toronto Phys. Ed. Field Trip: We need 40 participants to make the trip a go. Miriam will be in the tuck shop accepting forms and cheques on Friday and Monday at lunch. If you have any questions, see Mr. Prigent or Mr. Liska.

Modified Library Hours: Wednesday, Nov. 30 to Wednesday, Dec. 8 inclusive: 8:30 to 4:00, except Friday, Dec. 2, 8:30 to 3:30.

Volunteers Needed in the Library: We are looking for excellent oral readers to record Christmas stories. If interested, please see Mrs. B. Zvonar in the library.

Have Your Cake and Eat It Too???
Yes you can!! The Varsity Girls' Basketball Team will be holding a cake auction on Wednesday, December 7 during Period 1. Each homeroom is encouraged to collect as much money as possible before that day in order to be in the running to place a bid for the "supreme" cakes -- all participating homerooms will receive a cake with a minimum bid of $15.

Yearbook Grad Comments:
Reminder to all grads that your write-up is due TODAY. The limit is 450 characters, which includes spaces and punctuation. Please save your write-up in a Word Document, titled as YOUR FULL NAME, and email it to alanna_js@hotmail.com. Grammar and spelling count. Remember, if you don't submit a write-up on time, it will not appear in the yearbook!

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