Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION CO-OP STUDENTS: Thursday April 2, 2009 is the last day co-op students may submit the March 26 co-op journals. The window of opportunity will close at the end of the day on April 2. (Apr 2)

STAND UP TO BULLYING: There is no meeting today. There will be one next week again.

CHESS/CHECKERS CLUB: Hey Titans! If chess, checkers, or even backgammon, is your game, then this club is for you. We will be starting a Chess/Checkers club this week. No experience necessary. Even if you have never played, then this is the perfect opportunity to learn. Every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch you are welcome to bring your lunch to Room 300 and play a game or two. Any board game is welcome. Please bring your own boards for the next week or so. All grades are welcome. (Apr 9)

SWEETS FOR SUDAN (GRADES 7-12): Anyone who would like to help support the Genocide Intervention Network by volunteering at a Mother Teresa Charity Bake Sale on Tuesday, April 21st, please go to Student Services after school and/or speak with student Sarah Wilgress.

OUTDOOR CLUB: There will be a meeting for all outdoor club members TODAY at 12:00 pm in Room 103. We will be discussing the next outings. (Apr 1)

ATHLETIC COUNCIL: There will be an important Athletic Council meeting after school on TODAY at 3:15 in Room 135. (Apr 1)

ARE YOU A STUDENT OF MRS COXALL? You will now be able to check on homework assigned, as well as upcoming tests, on the web. Just go to http://coxall.mths.ca/. (Apr 3)

WRITING COMPETITION: Students who want to enter the Carleton University English Department's writing competition can drop off their submissions to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. They will be sent to the university before the May 1 deadline. Please fill in an entry form. Poems, scripts, essays and short stories are all welcome! (Apr 3)

Shakin' it with Shakespeare: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3. (Apr. 3)

7/8 Girls Touch Football Try-Outs:
· Try-Out #1) Friday April 3rd
· Try-Out #2) Monday April 6th
· Try-Out #3) Wednesday April 15th (pending)

Please make sure you SIGN UP at Ms. McKenna's door - even if you are a returning player. (Apr. 2)

GRAD GOWNS: Grads are reminded to bring their $75.00 cheque to Room 130 to order their gown for commencement. Deadline is April 17th. (Apr 17)

ATTENTION GRADS: Now is the time to order your Class of 2009 graduation ring. Representatives from Jostens will be here to take orders on Monday and Tuesday April 6th & 7th at lunchtime. A $40 deposit is all that is required. Catalogues are now available in Student Services. (Apr 7)

LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB: The Ontario Public Service (OPS) hires several thousand individuals in a variety of summer positions across the OPS, its related agencies and community groups. Positions are now posted online. Application deadlines vary by position. Apply at ontario.ca/careers, select Youth and New Professionals, go to Summer Employment. (Apr 9)

START YOUR OWN BUSINESS THIS SUMMER: The Ontario government can help students start your own business this summer and you could get up to $3,000 to run it. These are summer jobs only! Find out more at ontario.ca/summercompany. (Apr 9)

LOOKING FOR: Someone to read to a Grade 2 young lady who lives close to our school. If you are interested, please call Bruno Zanovello at 613 825-0181. (Apr 1)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PERTH CAMPUS is having an Open House on Saturday, April 18th, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7 Craig Street, Perth, ON. Tel: 613 267-2859. Email: perth@algonquincollege.com or website: www.algonquinccollege.com/perth
Program Offerings September 2009: Carpentry and Millwork - Heritage; Construction Carpentry - Advance Housing; Masonry - Heritage and Traditional; Office Administration - Executive; Personal Support Worker; Social Service Worker. (Apr 17)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Queensway Carleton Hospital is looking for student volunteers for this summer. Applicants must be 15 years old by Dec. 31, 2009 and have completed Grade 9. Any interested student will be required to attend a "Volunteer Information Session" at QCH where more information will be provided. A complete list of Volunteer Information Session dates and times can be found on their website at: www.qch.on.ca. Interviews for Summer Session will be held starting in mid May so apply early.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

CHESS/CHECKERS CLUB: Hey Titans! If chess, checkers, or even backgammon, is your game, then this club is for you. We will be starting a Chess/Checkers club this week. No experience necessary. Even if you have never played, then this is the perfect opportunity to learn. Every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch, you are welcome to bring your lunch to Room 300 and play a game or two. Any board game is welcome. Please bring your own boards for the next week or so. All grades are welcome. (Apr 9)

OUTDOOR CLUB: There will be a meeting for all outdoor club members Wednesday April 1st at 12:00 pm in Room 103. We will be discussing the next outings. (Apr 1)

ATHLETIC COUNCIL: There will be an important Athletic Council meeting after school on Wednesday April 1 at 3:15 in Room 135. (Apr 1)

ARE YOU A STUDENT OF MRS COXALL? You will now be able to check on homework assigned, as well as upcoming tests, on the web. Just go to http://coxall.mths.ca/. (Apr 3)

WRITING COMPETITION: Students who want to enter the Carleton University English Department's writing competition can drop off their submissions to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. I will send them to the university before the May 1 deadline. Please fill in an entry form. Poems, scripts, essays and short stories are all welcome! (Apr 3)

DO YOU NEED YOUR INCOME TAXES FILED FOR THIS YEAR?? Did you know that if you were 16 or older on Dec. 31 of 2008, you might be entitled to receive $100 from the government even if you didn’t work? Come to Room 216 after school to meet with the Grade 12 accounting tax experts or talk to Mr. Baldin. (Mar 31)

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3. (Apr. 3)

7/8 GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS:
Try-Out #1) Friday April 3rd
Try-Out #2) Monday April 6th
Try-Out #3) Wednesday April 15th (pending)

Please make sure you SIGN UP at Ms. McKenna's door - even if you are a returning player. (Apr. 2)

GRAD GOWNS: Grads are reminded to bring their $75.00 cheque to room 130 to order their gown for commencement. Deadline is April 17th. (Apr 17)

ATTENTION GRADS: Now is the time to order your Class of 2009 graduation ring. Representatives from Jostens will be here to take orders on Monday and Tuesday April 6th & 7th at lunchtime. A $40 deposit is all that is required. Catalogues are now available in Student Services. (Apr 7)

LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB: The Ontario Public Service (OPS) hires several thousand individuals in a variety of summer positions across the OPS, its related agencies and community groups. Positions are now posted online. Application deadlines vary by position. Apply at ontario.ca/careers, select Youth and New Professionals, go to Summer Employment. (Apr 9)

START YOUR OWN BUSINESS THIS SUMMER: The Ontario government can help students start your own business this summer and you could get up to $3,000 to run it. These are summer jobs only! Find out more at ontario.ca/summercompany. (Apr 9)

LOOKING FOR: Someone to read to a Grade 2 young lady who lives close to our school. If you are interested, please call Bruno Zanovello at 613 825-0181. (Apr 1)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PERTH CAMPUS is having an Open House on Saturday, April 18th, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7 Craig Street, Perth, ON. Tel: 613 267-2859. Email: perth@algonquincollege.com or website: www.algonquinccollege.com/perth
Program Offerings September 2009: Carpentry and Millwork - Heritage; Construction Carpentry - Advance Housing; Masonry - Heritage and Traditional; Office Administration - Executive; Personal Support Worker; Social Service Worker. (Apr 17)
Monday, March 30, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: For today's game the bus is now leaving at 2:30. Please leave your classes 4th period by 2:20.

KNITTING CLUB: The knitting club will meet TODAY during HS lunch in the library seminar room. Bring your unfinished knitting project, or start something new - we have needles & yarn available for students to use. New members are always welcome.

OUTDOOR CLUB: There will be a meeting for all outdoor club members Wednesday April 1st at 12:00 pm in Room 103. We will be discussing the next outings. (Apr 1)

PEER HELPERS: Please sign up in Student Services if you are able to help at the Grade 6 Parent Information night on Wed April 1 from 5:15 to 6:15. (Mar 30)

EARTH DAY: Any students interested in being a part of planning Mother Teresa’s Earth Day celebrations, please come to a meeting TODAY in Room 204 at 1:00. Be sure to bring lots of ideas and enthusiasm! (Mar 30)

WRITING COMPETITION: Students who want to enter the Carleton University English Department's writing competition can drop off their submissions to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. I will send them to the university before the May 1 deadline. Please fill in an entry form. Poems, scripts, essays and short stories are all welcome! (Apr 3)

DO YOU NEED YOUR INCOME TAXES FILED FOR THIS YEAR?? Did you know that if you were 16 or older on Dec. 31 of 2008, you might be entitled to receive $100 from the government even if you didn’t work? Come to Room 216 after school to meet with the Grade 12 accounting tax experts or talk to Mr. Baldin. (Mar 31)

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3. (Apr. 3)

7/8 GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS:
Try-Out #1) Friday April 3rd
Try-Out #2) Monday April 6th
Try-Out #3) Wednesday April 15th (pending)

Please make sure you SIGN UP at Ms. McKenna's door - even if you are a returning player. (Apr. 2)

MTSAID: There will be a MTSAID (Mother Teresa Students Against Impaired Driving) meeting TODAY at lunch in Room 311 for all students who signed up or who would like to join. (Mar 30)

LOOKING FOR: Someone to read to a Grade 2 young lady who lives close to our school. If you are interested, please call Bruno Zanovello at 613 825-0181. (Apr 1)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PERTH CAMPUS is having an Open House on Saturday, April 18th, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7 Craig Street, Perth, ON. Tel: 613 267-2859. Email: perth@algonquincollege.com or website: www.algonquinccollege.com/perth
Program Offerings September 2009: Carpentry and Millwork - Heritage; Construction Carpentry - Advance Housing; Masonry - Heritage and Traditional; Office Administration - Executive; Personal Support Worker; Social Service Worker. (Apr 17)
Friday, March 27, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

PEER HELPERS: The Peer Helpers are reminded of their class visits today.

PEER HELPERS: Please sign up in Student Services if you are able to help at the Grade 6 Parent Information night on Wed April 1 from 5:15 to 6:15. (Mar 30)

EARTH DAY: Any students interested in being a part of planning Mother Teresa’s Earth Day celebrations, please come to Monday's meeting in room 204 at 1:00. Be sure to bring lots of ideas and enthusiasm! (Mar 30)

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURAL INDOOR SOCCER: Registration forms are now available on the Phys-Ed Office door for indoor soccer. All registration forms and money are due TODAY. The season will begin next week! (Mar 27)

WRITING COMPETITION: Students who want to enter the Carleton University English Department's writing competition can drop off their submissions to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. I will send them to the university before the May 1 deadline. Please fill in an entry form. Poems, scripts, essays and short stories are all welcome! (Apr 3)

DO YOU NEED YOUR INCOME TAXES FILED FOR THIS YEAR?? Did you know that if you were 16 or older on Dec. 31 of 2008, you might be entitled to receive $100 from the government even if you didn’t work? Come to Room 216 after school to meet with the Grade 12 accounting tax experts or talk to Mr. Baldin. (Mar 31)

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3. (Apr. 3)

STRATFORD 2009: It's not too late!! We received a short extension on our deposit. If you'd like to go to Stratford next year (October), please give your permission form and $50 to Mrs. Simpson (Rm 138) by the end of the week. We are down to only a handful of spaces so don't delay!! This trip might be of special interest to any students from this year's production of Caesar. (Mar 27)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: All Grade 7/8 swim team members are to attend a short meeting TODAY in Room 233 at the lunch bell. Bring your lunch and coat with you!

7/8 GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS:
Try-Out #1) Friday April 3rd
Try-Out #2) Monday April 6th
Try-Out #3) Wednesday April 15th (pending)
Please make sure you SIGN UP at Ms. McKenna's door - even if you are a returning player. (Apr. 2)

MTSAID: On average 4.5 Canadians are killed and over 125 Canadians are injured daily in alcohol related crashes. If you want to start a change and make a difference, sign up for our own Mother Teresa Students Against Impaired Driving (MTSAID) outside room 311 this week. There will be a MTSAID meeting on Monday at lunch in room 311 for all students who signed up or who would like to join. (Mar 30)

7/8 REMINDER: Any student who has taken out an instrument is asked to return it to Room 120 tomorrow morning. (Mar 27)

LOOKING FOR: Someone to read to a Grade 2 young lady who lives close to our school. If you are interested, please call Bruno Zanovello at 613 825-0181. (Apr 1)

ATTENTION 7/8 BARGAIN HUNTERS: The 7/8 hockey teams are having a mini-garage sale this week. Stop by the table in the cafeteria to check out the great deals. Items include X-box 360 games, sports equipment, signed Sens gear and much more. (Mar 27)

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer, and we hope many students come and join in.

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PERTH CAMPUS is having an Open House on Saturday, April 18th, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7 Craig Street, Perth, ON. Tel: 613 267-2859. Email: perth@algonquincollege.com or website: www.algonquinccollege.com/perth

Program Offerings September 2009: Carpentry and Millwork - Heritage; Construction Carpentry - Advance Housing; Masonry - Heritage and Traditional; Office Administration - Executive; Personal Support Worker; Social Service Worker. (Apr 17)

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca. The deadline for the application is TODAY (Mar 27)

MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL: The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine is offering "Mini Medical School" for the 5th consecutive year. This is a unique 6-week series of innovative & entertaining lectures on life in the ER including topics such as truama, overdose infections, suicide and heart attacks. The program runs on Thursday evenings from April 2nd to May 7th from 7:00 - 9:00pm at the Roger Guindon Hall at the U of O campus on Smyth Road. Tuition is $120 (minimum age is 14 years). More information is available at www.minimed.uottawa.ca or call 613-798-5555 x19551 or see Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130. (Mar 27)
Thursday, March 26, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

PEER HELPERS: There is a brief but very important meeting today for the Peer Helpers at the start of lunch in room 134.

YEARBOOK: Any student who took part in the yearbook course last semester and is interested in visiting classes to talk about the course should come to a brief meeting at 11:45 am today in room 103. As well, students who are working on the candid pages are reminded that their pages must be finished by Friday, March 27.

FRENCH PUBLIC SPEAKING: The following students will be participating in the French Public Speaking competition today (Thursday): Keltouma Nouah, and Andreea Voican. Bonne chance!

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURAL INDOOR SOCCER: Registration forms are now available on the Phys-Ed Office door for indoor soccer. All registration forms and money are due by this Friday, March 27th. The season will begin next week! (Mar 27)

DO YOU NEED YOUR INCOME TAXES FILED FOR THIS YEAR?? Did you know that if you were 16 or older on Dec. 31 of 2008, you might be entitled to receive $100 from the government even if you didn’t work? Come to Room 216 after school to meet with the Grade 12 accounting tax experts or talk to Mr. Baldin. (Mar 31)

LIVE IT UP: There will be an important meeting for all Live it Up members on Thursday March 26th during high school lunch. The meeting will start at 11:00 in the career center and all members are asked to attend. See you there!

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3. (Apr. 3)

STRATFORD 2009: It's not too late!! We received a short extension on our deposit. If you'd like to go to Stratford next year (October), please give your permission form and $50 to Mrs. Simpson (Rm 138) by the end of the week. We are down to only a handful of spaces so don't delay!! This trip might be of special interest to any students from this year's production of Caesar. (Mar 27)

7/8 GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS:
  • Try-Out #1) Friday April 3rd
  • Try-Out #2) Monday April 6th
  • Try-Out #3) Wednesday April 15th (pending)

Please make sure you SIGN UP at Ms. McKenna's door - even if you are a returning player. (Apr. 2)

GRADE 7/8 SWIM TEAM: Members are reminded that due to early dismissal and parent teacher interviews, there will be NO swim practice today. There will be short meeting on FRIDAY, March 27 in Room 233, at the lunch bell. (Mar 26)

MTSAID: Approximately 40% of all traffic fatalities are alcohol related. If you want to start a change and make a difference, sign up for our own Mother Teresa Students Against Impaired Driving (MTSAID) outside room 311 this week.

7/8 REMINDER: Any student who has taken out an instrument is asked to return it to Room 120 tomorrow morning. (Mar 27)

ATTENTION 7/8 BARGAIN HUNTERS: The 7/8 hockey teams are having a mini-garage sale this week. Stop by the table in the cafeteria to check out the great deals. Items include X-box 360 games, sports equipment, signed Sens gear and much more. (Mar 27)

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer, and we hope many students come and join in.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca. The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)

MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL: The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine is offering "Mini Medical School" for the 5th consecutive year. This is a unique 6-week series of innovative & entertaining lectures on life in the ER including topics such as truama, overdose infections, suicide and heart attacks. The program runs on Thursday evenings from April 2nd to May 7th from 7:00 - 9:00pm at the Roger Guindon Hall at the U of O campus on Smyth Road. Tuition is $120 (minimum age is 14 years). More information is available at www.minimed.uottawa.ca or call 613-798-5555 x19551 or see Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130. (Mar 27)

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8


STAND UP TO BULLYING: There will be a very important meeting TODAY in the Career Centre from 11:45-12:15. Bring your lunch.

CO-OP STUDENTS: Please check your folder in Student Services. There are messages and marked assignments waiting to be picked up. In addition, Thursday March 26 is an in-school co-op day in Room 318. Your employer evaluations (PPLPs) are also due on that day. Please ask your employer to give you your evaluation so that you can bring it to class with you. Check your schedule to see what assignments are due on that day. (Mar 25)

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURAL SOCCER: Registration forms are now available on the Phys-Ed Office door for indoor soccer. All registration forms and money are due by this Friday, March 27th. The season will begin next week! (Mar 27)

DO YOU NEED YOUR INCOME TAXES FILED FOR THIS YEAR?? Did you know that if you were 16 or older on Dec. 31 of 2008, you might be entitled to receive $100 from the government even if you didn’t work? Come to Room 216 after school to meet with the Grade 12 accounting tax experts or talk to Mr. Baldin. (Mar 31)

LIVE-IT UP - There will be an important meeting for all Live It Up members on Thursday March 26th during high school lunch. The meeting will start at 11:45 in the Career Center and all members are asked to attend. See you there! (Mar 26)

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 by April 3.

STRATFORD 2009: It's not too late!! We received a short extension on our deposit. If you'd like to go to Stratford next year (October), please give your permission form and $50 to Mrs. Simpson (Rm 138) by the end of the week. We are down to only a handful of spaces so don't delay!! This trip might be of special interest to any students from this year's production of Caesar.

7/8 Girls Touch Football Try-Outs: Please sign up on Ms. McKenna's door. Try-out dates have been changed. Please stay tuned.

MTSAID: Direct and indirect costs of alcohol-related crashes are estimated to be 7.25 billion dollars annually. If you want to start a change and make a difference, sign up for our own Mother Teresa Students Against Impaired Driving (MTSAID) outside Room 311 this week.

7/8 REMINDER: Any student who has taken out an instrument is asked to return it to Room 120 tomorrow morning. (Mar 27)

ATTENTION 7/8 BARGAIN HUNTERS: The 7/8 hockey teams are having a mini-garage sale this week. Stop by the table in the cafeteria to check out the great deals. Items include X-box 360 games, sports equipment, signed Sens gear and much more. (Mar 27)

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer, and we hope many students come and join in.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca. The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)

MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL: The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine is offering "Mini Medical School" for the 5th consecutive year. This is a unique 6-week series of innovative & entertaining lectures on life in the ER including topics such as truama, overdose infections, suicide and heart attacks. The program runs on Thursday evenings from April 2nd to May 7th from 7:00 - 9:00pm at the Roger Guindon Hall at the U of O campus on Smyth Road. Tuition is $120 (minimum age is 14 years). More information is available at www.minimed.uottawa.ca or call 613-798-5555 x19551 or see Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130. (Mar27)
Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

CO-OP STUDENTS: Please check your folder in Student Services. There are messages and marked assignments waiting to be picked up. In addition, Thursday March 26 is an in-school co-op day in Room 318. Your employer evaluations (PPLPs) are also due on that day. Please ask your employer to give you your evaluation so that you can bring it to class with you. Check your schedule to see what assignments are due on that day. (Mar 25)

SHAKIN' IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: You are invited to submit a mural design for the first floor, new wing hall. The mural must celebrate Shakespeare and incorporate ideas, images or scenes from Shakespeare's plays. It also must have an image of Shakespeare and incorporate a relevant quotation from one of his plays. Please give your design idea to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 by April 3.

STRATFORD 2009: It's not too late!! We received a short extension on our deposit. If you'd like to go to Stratford next year (October), please give your permission form and $50 to Mrs. Simpson (Rm 138) by the end of the week. We are down to only a handful of spaces so don't delay!! This trip might be of special interest to any students from this year's production of Caesar.

LE CONCOURS DE FRANCAIS: Could the following students please see Mr. Pagliarello at the beginning of lunch TODAY in Room 315 for a brief meeting.

7/8 GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS: Monday March 30th and Wednesday April 1st 3:15-4:30 PM in A/B Gym (Woodfloor). Please sign up on Ms. McKenna's PE Office door. Coaches: Mme Milliard and Ms McKenna (Mar 27)

MTSAID: On average 4.5 Canadians are killed and over 125 Canadians are injured daily in alcohol related crashes. If you want to start a change and make a difference, sign up for our own Mother Teresa Students Against Impaired Driving (MTSAID) outside Room 311 this week.

7/8 REMINDER: Any student who has taken out an instrument is asked to return it to Room 120 tomorrow morning. (Mar 27)

A REMINDER TO ALL BAND STUDENTS:
1. Your NAC permission forms are due today - students are asked to bring them to the music room following the announcements.
2. The music room is open today at lunch.

THE 6th CNML MATH CONTEST: takes place TODAY during period 3. Students wishing to participate should report to their period 3 class for attendance before heading to the Library to write the contest. Please bring a pencil and a calculator. Everyone is welcome to participate.

YEARBOOK: Attention yearbook students & photographers! The proofs for the school portrait pages have arrived, and we really need some candid shots of students in each grade to fill the leftover white space. Come to a brief yearbook meeting TODAY at 11:45 am in Room 103 to find out more and/or borrow a camera. The finished proofs must be sent back to the publisher no later than Friday, March 27. (Mar 24)

ATTENTION 7/8 BARGAIN HUNTERS: The 7/8 hockey teams are having a mini-garage sale this week. Stop by the table in the cafeteria to check out the great deals. Items include X-box 360 games, sports equipment, signed Sens gear and much more. (Mar 27)

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer, and we hope many students come and join in.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca. The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)

MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL: The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine is offering "Mini Medical School" for the 5th consecutive year. This is a unique 6-week series of innovative & entertaining lectures on life in the ER including topics such as truama, overdose infections, suicide and heart attacks. The program runs on Thursday evenings from April 2nd to May 7th from 7:00 - 9:00pm at the Roger Guindon Hall at the U of O campus on Smyth Road. Tuition is $120 (minimum age is 14 years). More information is available at www.minimed.uottawa.ca or call 613-798-5555 x19551 or see Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130. (Mar27)
Monday, March 23, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

KNITTING CLUB: The knitting club will meet today during HS lunch in the library seminar room. Bring your unfinished knitting project, or start something new - we have needles & yarn available for students to use. New members are always welcome. (Mar 23)

ATTENTION 7/8 BARGAIN HUNTERS: The 7/8 hockey teams are having a mini-garage sale this week. Stop by the table in the cafeteria to check out the great deals. Items include X-box 360 games, sports equipment, signed Sens gear and much more. (Mar 27)

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer, and we hope many students come and join in.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca. The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)
Friday, March 13, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

LIBRARY NEWS: Library books can be signed out over the March Break.

INTERNATIONAL POLAR DAY: March 18th is International Polar Day (Oceans & Marine Life) & Canada will be hosting a live webcast at 1:00pm from the Canadian Museum of Civilization. Researchers will lead discussions on such topics as beluga whales and ice flows.

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer and we hope many students come and join in.

MINI-ENRICHMENT: Students attending mini-enrichment courses in May are reminded that Friday, March 13th is the deadline for withdrawal from these courses. See Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130 if there are any questions/concerns. (Mar 13)

BACKSTAGE HAIR DESIGN/MAKEUP CREW: All students who worked backstage on hairstyles and makeup, please pick up your community service hours from Mrs. Spearin in Room 112 this week, either before or after school (Mar 13)

7/8 BOYS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS: Any 7/8 boy interested in trying out for the touch football team is asked to sign up outside Room 208 by this Friday. The first try-outs will be on Monday, March 23rd (the first day back from March break) at 3:15 in the gym.

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)
Thursday, March 12, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8



LIBRARY NEWS: Library books can be signed out over the March Break.

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer and we hope many students come and join in.

7/8 STUDENTS - Would the following students please meet in Room 130 after morning annoucements

MINI-ENRICHMENT: Students attending mini-enrichment courses in May are reminded that Friday, March 13th is the deadline for withdrawal from these courses. See Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130 if there are any questions/concerns. (Mar 13)

BACKSTAGE HAIR DESIGN/MAKEUP CREW: All students who worked backstage on hairstyles and makeup, please pick up your community service hours from Mrs. Spearin in Room 112 this week, either before or after school (Mar 13)

7/8 BOYS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUTS: Any 7/8 boy interested in trying out for the touch football team is asked to sign up outside Room 208 by this Friday. The first try-outs will be on Monday, March 23rd (the first day back from March break) at 3:15 in the gym.

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)
Wednesday, March 11 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8


DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer and we hope many students come and join in.

MINI-ENRICHMENT: Students attending mini-enrichment courses in May are reminded that Friday, March 13th is the deadline for withdrawal from these courses. See Mrs. McLaughlin in Room 130 if there are any questions/concerns. (Mar 13)

BACKSTAGE HAIR DESIGN/MAKEUP CREW: All students who worked backstage on hairstyles and makeup, please pick up your community service hours from Mrs. Spearin in Room 112 this week, either before or after school (Mar 13)

7/8 Boys Touch Football Try-Outs: Any 7/8 boy interested in trying out for the touch football team is asked to please sign up outside Room 208. Try-outs will begin the first week back from March break so listen for announcements to know the dates and times. (Mar 13)

ATHLETIC COUNCIL: There will be an Athletic Council meeting TODAY after school in Room 135. See you there!

CAPPIESCHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session TODAY at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

ONTARIO LAUNCHES SUMMER JOBS PROGRAMS: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall.
View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)
Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8


LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed all day TODAY.

DAILY PRAYER: All Muslim students are invited to pray noon prayer in our chapel. There is a space for prayer and we hope many students come and join in.

YEARBOOK: There will be a yearbook meeting at 11:45 am TODAY in Room 103. This is the LAST CHANCE for students and teachers to bring in photos that they would like to have included in this year's yearbook. Any students who are working on page layouts or who are fixing page proofs MUST come to this meeting. Everything has to be completed by the end of the day tomorrow - Wednesday, March 11 in order to make the last deadline.

ATHLETIC COUNCIL: There will be an Athletic Council meeting this Wednesday March 11 after school in Room 135. See you there!

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 MEMBERS OF THE BADMINTON TEAM: Please plan to attend a very important meeting in Room 234 at lunch on TODAY. Bring your lunch as we will be distributing awards & treats as well as taking a yearbook photo.

RED MAPLE CLUB: Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 11 this week.

MISSING GRAD RING - A grad ring was left in the girls’ washroom on Wednesday March 4. It has a lime green stone, a cheerleader on one side and hearts on the other. It is a 2009 ring with engraving on the inside. If found, please return it to the office. (Mar 10)

CAPPIESCHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

ONTARIO LAUNCHES SUMMER JOS PROGRAMS: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall.
View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS: The Garfield Weston Scholarship is for students who have applied to college. To find out all the details visit: www.garfieldwestonawards.ca The deadline for the application is Friday, March 27 (Mar 27)
Monday, March 9, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed all day on Tuesday, March 10.

7/8 BOYS attending the Queen's University trip in May please meet in Room 130 for a quick meeting at lunch today.

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 MEMBERS OF THE BADMINTON TEAM: Please plan to attend a very important meeting in Room 234 at lunch on Tuesday, March 10th. Bring your lunch as we will be distributing awards & treats as well as taking a yearbook photo.

KNITTING CLUB: The knitting club will meet TODAY during HS lunch in the library seminar room. Bring your unfinished knitting project, or start something new - we have needles & yarn available for students to use.

RED MAPLE CLUB: Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 11 this week.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE: There will be a meeting after school TODAY in the Chapel for students who went to the Dominican Republic in February. Please let Mr. Nearing know if you are unable to attend. (Mar 9)

MISSING GRAD RING - A grad ring was left in the girls’ washroom on Wednesday March 4. It has a lime green stone, a cheerleader on one side and hearts on the other. It is a 2009 ring with engraving on the inside. If found, please return it to the office. (Mar 10)

STUDENTs’ ACCESS TO GYM: A reminder to our students that you are NOT allowed to be in our gyms unsupervised. Students need to be constantly reminded that they cannot access our gyms without teacher supervision. This is a major problem after sporting events when spectators are playing sports in the gym after the games are finished. In some cases students are letting other students into locked gyms. Please know that if students are not obeying this rule they run the risk of being banned from the gym. Thanks for your cooperation with this as it is for your safety.

CONSTRUCTION FOCUS PROGRAM: Are you interested in "Building a House" for H.S. credits? If you are, please check out the Construction Focus Program information in your Course Selection Booklet on page 96. This one semester program is open to next year's Gr. 11 or Gr. 12 students. Mr. Damien Brown-Graham, the teacher of this program, will be here at Mother Teresa H.S. on Tuesday, March 10, during period 2, to speak to students who are interested in the program. If you would like to attend, please sign up in the Student Services office TODAY by 3:15 p.m. (Mar 9)

CAPPIESCHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

Ontario Launches Summer Jobs Programs: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall.
View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

Carleton University's Engineers Without Borders Chapter is hosting a conference on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 for Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning about human and social development. Participants can be from any academic background; the sciences, social sciences, the university stream or college stream. Students simply need to register on-line at http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference/

This conference will be a great opportunity for students to experience workshops on a range of development issues, converse with university staff and students and to develop a better understanding of how the sciences and social sciences can work together to create positive change in our world. For more information on the conference please visit http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference. To learn more about Engineers Without Borders Canada please visit http://www.ewb.ca/en/index.html. Questions or ideas can be forwarded to hsconference@carleton.ewb.ca. (Mar 9)
Friday, March 6, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 GIRLS attending the Queen's University trip in May please meet in Room 130 for a quick meeting at lunch today.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE: There will be a meeting after school on Monday in the Chapel for students who went to the Dominican Republic in February. Please let Mr. Nearing know if you are unable to attend. (Mar 9)

ATTENTION GRADE 10 GIRLS FITNESS STUDENTS: This is a reminder that you are excused TODAY at 10:10. Please go to your locker and gather all your belongings and then meet Miss. Kuchma at 10:10 in the atrium for attendance before going to the OC Bus stop.

MISSING GRAD RING - A grad ring was left in the girls’ washroom on Wednesday March 4. It has a lime green stone, a cheerleader on one side and hearts on the other. It is a 2009 ring with engraving on the inside. If found, please return it to the office. (Mar 10)

STUDENTS’ ACCESS TO GYM: A reminder to our students that you are NOT allowed to be in our gyms unsupervised. Students need to be constantly reminded that they cannot access our gyms without teacher supervision. This is a major problem after sporting events when spectators are playing sports in the gym after the games are finished. In some cases students are letting other students into locked gyms. Please know that if students are not obeying this rule they run the risk of being banned from the gym. Thanks for your cooperation with this as it is for your safety.

CONSTRUCTION FOCUS PROGRAM: Are you interested in "Building a House" for H.S. credits? If you are, please check out the Construction Focus Program information in your Course Selection Booklet on page 96. This one semester program is open to next year's Gr. 11 or Gr. 12 students. Mr. Damien Brown-Graham, the teacher of this program, will be here at Mother Teresa H.S. on Tuesday, March 10, during period 2, to speak to students who are interested in the program. If you would like to attend, please sign up in the Student Services office by Monday at 3:15 p.m. (Mar 9)

CAPPIES CHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: The AWESOME POSSUMS take on THE SMILEYS in Room 233 TODAY. Be in Ms. Curtis' Room at 12:50 PLEASE! (Mar 6)

MATH CONTEST RESULTS: Smartest Students: The results of the fifth CNML math contest are in and a 8 student scored a very respectable 4 out of 6 on the contest. However, the top students were Antony Bae, Young-Seok Lee, and Colin Miyata with a score of 5 out of 6. A great accomplishment on an extremely challenging test. The last contest takes place on Tuesday, March 24th. (Mar 6)

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO: Students who participated in the University of Waterloo math contests (Pascal, Cayley and Fermat) on February 18, 2009 can see Mr. Cop at lunch or after school in Room 322 to obtain their results. (Mar 6)
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STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

Ontario Launches Summer Jobs Programs: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall. View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

Carleton University's Engineers Without Borders Chapter is hosting a conference on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 for Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning about human and social development. Participants can be from any academic background; the sciences, social sciences, the university stream or college stream. Students simply need to register on-line at http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference/

This conference will be a great opportunity for students to experience workshops on a range of development issues, converse with university staff and students and to develop a better understanding of how the sciences and social sciences can work together to create positive change in our world. For more information on the conference please visit http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference. To learn more about Engineers Without Borders Canada please visit http://www.ewb.ca/en/index.html. Questions or ideas can be forwarded to hsconference@carleton.ewb.ca. (Mar 9)
Thursday, March 5, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION 7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM: Your practice TODAY is cancelled. There will be practices next week.

STUDENTS' ACCESS TO GYM: A reminder to our students that you are NOT allowed to be in our gyms unsupervised. Students need to be constantly reminded that they cannot access our gyms without teacher supervision. This is a major problem after sporting events when spectators are playing sports in the gym after the games are finished. In some cases students are letting other students into locked gyms. Please know that if students are not obeying this rule they run the risk of being banned from the gym. Thanks for your cooperation with this as it is for your safety.

CONSTRUCTION FOCUS PROGRAM: Are you interested in "Building a House" for H.S. credits? If you are, please check out the Construction Focus Program information in your Course Selection Booklet on page 96. This one semester program is open to next year's Gr. 11 or Gr. 12 students. Mr. Damien Brown-Graham, the teacher of this program, will be here at Mother Teresa H.S. on Tuesday, March 10, during period 2, to speak to students who are interested in the program. If you would like to attend, please sign up in the Student Services office by Monday at 3:15 p.m. (Mar 9)

YEARBOOK: There will be a brief yearbook meeting at 11:45 am TODAY in Room 103. Any students who have photos of the following events are asked to attend in order to download their photos: St. Anne Ski Trip, Cake Auction, Valentine's Day, Dominican Republic Trip, Casino Night Dance, or any other events you'd like to see included in the yearbook. Students who borrowed a yearbook camera MUST RETURN THE CAMERA at this meeting. We will also be working on the layout for the last deadline and reviewing the proofs that have come in. Please see Mrs. Hopkins if you are interested in helping out but can't make the meeting. (Mar 5)

CAPPIESCHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Room.233 on Friday, March 6. The AWESOME POSSUMS take on THE SMILEYS be in Ms. Curtis' Room at 12:50 PLEASE! (Mar 6)

MATH CONTEST RESULTS: Smartest Students: The results of the fifth CNML math contest are in and a 8 student scored a very respectable 4 out of 6 on the contest. However, the top students were Antony Bae, Young-Seok Lee, and Colin Miyata with a score of 5 out of 6. A great accomplishment on an extremely challenging test. The last contest takes place on Tuesday, March 24th. (Mar 6)

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO: Students who participated in the University of Waterloo math contests (Pascal, Cayley and Fermat) on February 18, 2009 can see Mr. Cop at lunch or after school in Room 322 to obtain their results. (Mar 6)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Room 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

ONTARIO LAUNCHES SUMMER JOBS PROGRAMS: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall. View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

Carleton University's Engineers Without Borders Chapter is hosting a conference on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 for Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning about human and social development. Participants can be from any academic background; the sciences, social sciences, the university stream or college stream. Students simply need to register on-line at http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference/

This conference will be a great opportunity for students to experience workshops on a range of development issues, converse with university staff and students and to develop a better understanding of how the sciences and social sciences can work together to create positive change in our world. For more information on the conference please visit http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference. To learn more about Engineers Without Borders Canada please visit http://www.ewb.ca/en/index.html. Questions or ideas can be forwarded to hsconference@carleton.ewb.ca. (Mar 9)
Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8


USHERS: Please meet briefly in the library TODAY at the beginning of High School lunch.

CAPPIESCHORUS: Want to perform on one of the biggest stages in North America in front of a couple of thousand adoring fans? Auditions for the 2009 Cappies Chorus will take place soon, and anyone can try out. Auditions take place Tuesday, March 3 at Merivale High School, Wed., March 4 at Lester B. Pearson High School, and Thursday, March 5 at Earl of March High School and Wed., March 11 at the National Arts Centre. You can show up at any of these auditions, which take place at 4 p.m. If you're interested, go to ottawacitizen.com/cappies for more info or talk to Mrs. Simpson in Room 138. (Mar 11)

7/8 SWIM TEAM: The MT Grade 7/8 Swim Team is back at MT! If you are interested in learning more, please come to an information session on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:37 in Room 233. Please bring your lunch and your coat as you will be going outside after the meeting. (Mar 11)

YOUTH MINISTRY: Please come to a meeting TODAY at lunch in the chapel.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Room 233 on Friday, March 6. The AWESOME POSSUMS take on THE SMILEYS be in Ms. Curtis' Room at 12:50 PLEASE! (Mar 6)

MATH CONTEST RESULTS: Smartest Students: The results of the fifth CNML math contest are in and a 8 student scored a very respectable 4 out of 6 on the contest. However, the top students were Antony Bae, Young-Seok Lee, and Colin Miyata with a score of 5 out of 6. A great accomplishment on an extremely challenging test. The last contest takes place on Tuesday, March 24th. (Mar 6)

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO: Students who participated in the University of Waterloo math contests (Pascal, Cayley and Fermat) on February 18, 2009 can see Mr. Cop at lunch or after school in Room 322 to obtain their results. (Mar 6)

Could homeroom teachers please send the following students to Room 322 after announcements: Kalvin Alexander, Alex Arrieta, Bassam Assaf, Kayla Bernard, Lucas Glover, Michael Hunter, Sadman Kabir, Diana Kolesarova, Kalvin Alexander, Alex Arrieta, Bassam Assaf, Kayla Bernard, Lucas Glover, Michael Hunter, Sadman Kabir, Diana Kolesarova, Kevin Lee, Anthony Locatelli, Dominic Miyata, Jason Sabino, Jad Salem, Gowthami Sampathkumar, Young Seok Lee, Meaghan Thorhauge, Brendon Wolf, Oliver Yu

7/8 BOYS ATTENDING WAUPOOS FARM on Thursday, March 5th: There will be a very important meeting, TODAY at lunch in Room 237 (12:45pm). It is imperative that you attend so that we can go over all the necessary items to make your day a success. For those that have not returned their permission forms, you may do so at the meeting. You will not be able to attend if you do not return your form before the trip. Please speak with Mr. Lauzon, Mr. Nicoletti or Mr. MacCuaig if you have any questions. (Mar 4)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

ONTARIO LAUNCHES SUMMER JOBS PROGRAMS: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall.
View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

Carleton University's Engineers Without Borders Chapter is hosting a conference on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 for Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning about human and social development. Participants can be from any academic background; the sciences, social sciences, the university stream or college stream. Students simply need to register on-line at http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference/

This conference will be a great opportunity for students to experience workshops on a range of development issues, converse with university staff and students and to develop a better understanding of how the sciences and social sciences can work together to create positive change in our world. For more information on the conference please visit http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference. To learn more about Engineers Without Borders Canada please visit http://www.ewb.ca/en/index.html. Questions or ideas can be forwarded to hsconference@carleton.ewb.ca. (Mar 9)

GUEST SPEAKER: Today at 2:15 in the Library, our School Resource Officer will be speaking to a small group of grade 11 and 12 students. Subjects will include College vs. University for a future with the police force and she will show a short video. We invite students to come to Student Services to sign up as there will be a maximum 40 students. (Mar 4)
Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 BOYS ATTENDING WAUPOOS FARM on Thursday, March 5th: There will be a very important meeting, Wednesday at lunch in Room 237 (12:45pm). It is imperative that you attend so that we can go over all the necessary items to make your day a success. For those that have not returned their permission forms, you may do so at the meeting. You will not be able to attend if you do not return your form before the trip. Please speak with Mr. Lauzon, Mr. Nicoletti or Mr. MacCuaig if you have any questions. (Mar 4)

STRATFORD 2009: The Stratford trip is still on but we need 13 students to complete our crew of theatre buffs heading to Southern Ontario in October of 2009. If you're still on the fence, it's time to get off! See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for details. You will not regret it! (Mar 13)

WRITING COMPETITION: Carleton's English Department writing competition is accepting submissions until May. See Mrs. Simpson for entry forms and word limits. Poems, stories, literary essays and scripts are all accepted. (Mar 13)

RESEARCH HELP: Are you having difficulty with choosing a topic for your research assignment, writing a thesis, choosing credible sources, searching, citing your sources of information, choosing a format for your presentations? One-on-one assistance with research and school assignments is available in the library from 3:00pm to 4:00pm any night of the week. (ongoing)

ONTARIO LAUNCHES SUMMER JOBS PROGRAMS: Ontario has a range of summer job opportunities for students, through Ontario’s Summer Jobs Programs. The Summer Jobs Service offers students free self-marketing and job search services, and offers employers a $2-per-hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire students. These programs are open to students aged 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for a person with a disability) who are planning to return to school this fall. View the complete text: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/nr/09.02/nr0220b.html

CARLETON UNIVERSITY'S ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS CHAPTER is hosting a conference on Tuesday, March 10 for Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning about human and social development. Participants can be from any academic background; the sciences, social sciences, the university stream or college stream. Students simply need to register on-line at http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference/

This conference will be a great opportunity for students to experience workshops on a range of development issues, converse with university staff and students and to develop a better understanding of how the sciences and social sciences can work together to create positive change in our world. For more information on the conference please visit http://www.carleton.ewb.ca/so/conference. To learn more about Engineers Without Borders Canada please visit http://www.ewb.ca/en/index.html. Questions or ideas can be forwarded to hsconference@carleton.ewb.ca. (Mar 9)

GUEST SPEAKER: On March 4th at 2:15 in the Library, our School Resource Officer will be speaking to a small group of grade 11 and 12 students. Subjects will include College vs. University for a future with the police force and she will show a short video. We invite students to come to Student Services to sign up as there will be a maximum 40 students. (Mar 4)

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