Friday, May 1, 2009

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

URGENT! LOOKING FOR BILLETS: We are looking for families to take in visiting students from the St. Michael's Choir School, May 11-13. This involves taking in 2 or more choir boys, ranging in age from 12 - 18 into your home. More detailed information should be posted in your homeroom. Copies of the detailed information are available in the office. (May 6)

SPIRIT WEEK: Monday is Royalty vs. Commoners day, Tuesday is Supernatural day, Wednesday is All Fools Day, Thursday is EMO day and Friday is Your Culture Day. Also come by the atrium at lunch to participate in our multicultural events. (May 8)

MULTICULTURAL SHOW AND CANNED FOOD DRIVE: On Friday May 8 we will be having our second annual MT Multicultural Show. All students will be invited to attend. We will also have a variety of cultural foods to try. In order get a taste, you must have a ticket. How do you get tickets? Great question!! Bring in non-perishable food items to your homeroom next week. For every 2 items you will get 1 ticket. The more you bring in, the more tickets (and food) you will get. Help support our local food bank while enjoying a taste of the world! (May 8)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 INTRAMURAL ACTIVITIES:
Sign up for Ping Pong--teams of two players
Sign up for So You Think You Can Dance Titans
Please visit the sign up table at lunch in the Caf gym. (May 1)

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL PRACTICES:
7/8 Girls Touch Football team practices: Wed and Fri this week 3:15 - 4:30 outside
7/8 Boys Touch Football team practices: Friday this week 3:15- 4:30
Please see Ms. Brownrigg and Ms. McKenna if you cannot make practice. (May 1)

ST. ANDREW’S YOUTH GROUP: Saturday MAY 2ND will be the last youth group for this school year. 5:30-7:30 at St. Joe's High School. Bring $2 for pizza! See ya there! (May 1)

REACH FOR THE TOP: Friday, May 1. All members are welcome to watch the game between the Purple Monkey Nuggets and the Flying Tacos. Be in Rm. 233 at 12:50. (May 1)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD athletes are required to see Mr. Liska today to receive training dates for the upcoming weeks for all runners, jumpers, and throwers. Those interested in competing at the National Capital invitational on Thursday, May 7th, also must register today with Mr. Liska. (May 1)

STRATFORD 2009: Would the following students please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 as soon as possible: A.S., M.G., A.M., R.J., J.C., S.R., and S.S. (May 1)

WRITERS! Submissions are now being accepted for the 2nd Annual Mother Teresa Writing Anthology. Have your writing published! Prizes will be given out for the best poem, the best short story and the best alternative writing (visual poetry, scripts, lyrics etc.). We are also looking for someone to create the best cover design. Artwork to accompany writing may also be submitted. Please give your writing to Mrs. Earle or Mrs. Zivkovic by May 21, 2009. (May 1)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

CAPPIES: Students are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to the Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

STUDENT SERVICES

PEER HELPERS: For any group that missed last week's class visit, please visit today. Activities are in Student Services. (May 1)

VOLUNTEERS! VOLUNTEERS! Up to 20 volunteers required. The Rotary Club of South Nepean is looking for volunteers for the Strandherd Road Clean Up Project. Saturday, May 9th from 1pm to 4pm. Please contact Doug Pritchard at 613 558-6683. (May 7)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Royal City Soccer Club is looking for summer camp volunteers, CITs and camp counsellors. Locations served are Jockvale P.S. Field (Nepean), A.Y. Jackson S.S. Field (Kanata) and Brewer Park (Ottawa). Pamphlet and applications can be found in Student Services. (May 15)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 15)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

VOLUNTEER HOURS AVAILABLE: Come to the Great Barrhaven Ball Hockey Tournament on Saturday, June 6th and help out. Pair up and work as game officials or at the registration desk. Volunteer for one hour or four or for the day. If you need more hours, let us know. Send an e-mail to joeking@magma.ca with your contact information: name, school, grade and phone/e-mail. Many thanks for helping out. See poster in Student Services. (May 29)

GRAD


STUDENTS GOING INTO SCIENCE AT CARLETON: The Faculty of Science is holding a specialty tour on Saturday, May 2 for students who’ve applied and are interested in attending Carleton University in the fall 2009. Students and their parents are invited to meet with faculty members and students from the Faculty of Science before the first-year labs tour. Registration and more information is available at: http://www2.carleton.ca/admissions/campustours/st_science_may09.php. We will also be offering general campus tours following the science laboratories tour. (May 1)

ATTENTION GRADUATES: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award in the amount of $1000 is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for this award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available from the Student Services Department. (May 1)

GRADUATES APPLYING TO ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: The Sens Foundation in partnership with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club has established ten scholarships of $1000 each for students planning to attend Algonquin College. For criteria information and an application, go to Student Services. (May 1)

SCHOOL LETTER APPLICATIONS: Application forms to apply for the School Letter (32 point award) are available in the Student Services office. The deadline to return your completed application, to the Student Services office, is FRIDAY, MAY 15. (May 8)

THE BLACK CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($5000 BURSARY): Criteria: Black Canadian graduating from an Ottawa high school with a minimum of 75% in top 6 grade 12 courses. Must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. Visit www.bcsf.ca for the application. (May 8)
Thursday, April 30, 2009

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

URGENT! LOOKING FOR BILLETS: We are looking for families to take in visiting students from the St. Michael's Choir School, May 11-13. This involves taking in 2 or more choir boys, ranging in age from 12 - 18 into your home. More detailed information should be posted in your homeroom. Copies of the detailed information are available in the office. (May 6)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 INTRAMURAL ACTIVITIES:
Sign up for Ping Pong--teams of two players
Sign up for So You Think You Can Dance Titans
Please visit the sign up table at lunch in the Caf gym. (May 1)

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL PRACTICES:
7/8 Girls Touch Football team practices: Wed and Fri this week 3:15 - 4:30 outside
7/8 Boys Touch Football team practices: Friday this week 3:15- 4:30
Please see Ms. Brownrigg and Ms. McKenna if you cannot make practice. (May 1)

ST. ANDREW’S YOUTH GROUP: Saturday MAY 2ND will be the last youth group for this school year. 5:30-7:30 at St. Joe's High School. Bring $2 for pizza! See ya there! (May 1)

RED MAPLE CLUB: Drop by to the library any time this week to vote for your favourite Red Maple book. The poll will be open until 3:05 Thursday, April 30th. (Apr 30)

VACCINATION CLINIC: This is a reminder to all grade 7 students, and to grade 8 girls, that our final vaccination clinic will take place during the morning of Friday May 1. This will be the second/final immunization for all grade 7's for Hepatitis B and the third/final immunization for grade 8 girls for HPV. Students are reminded to have a good breakfast on Friday to be ready for the clinic. (Apr 30)

REACH FOR THE TOP: Friday, May 1. All members are welcome to watch the game between the Purple Monkey Nuggets and the Flying Tacos. Be in Rm. 233 at 12:50. (May 1)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STRATFORD 2009: Would the following students please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 as soon as possible: A.S., M.G., A.M., R.J., J.C., S.R., and S.S. (May 1)

WRITERS! Submissions are now being accepted for the 2nd Annual Mother Teresa Writing Anthology. Have your writing published! Prizes will be given out for the best poem, the best short story and the best alternative writing (visual poetry, scripts, lyrics etc.). We are also looking for someone to create the best cover design. Artwork to accompany writing may also be submitted. Please give your writing to Mrs. Earle or Mrs. Zivkovic by May 21, 2009. (May 1)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

LIVE IT UP: All Live it up members are asked to meet today in the Career Center For a brief but important meeting. See you at 11:45! (Apr 30)

ATTENTION CO-OP STUDENTS: The window of opportunity to hand in Co-op Journals for the month of April closes at the end of the day on Thursday, April 30, 2009. (Apr 30)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students are reminded to bring their permission forms to Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. (Apr 30)

CAPPIES: Students are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to the Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

STUDENT SERVICES

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Royal City Soccer Club is looking for summer camp volunteers, CITs and camp counsellors. Locations served are Jockvale P.S. Field (Nepean), A.Y. Jackson S.S. Field (Kanata) and Brewer Park (Ottawa). Pamphlet and applications can be found in Student Services. (May 15)

VOLUNTEERS! VOLUNTEERS! Up to 20 volunteers required. The Rotary Club of South Nepean is looking for volunteers for the Strandherd Road Clean Up Project. Saturday, May 9th from 1pm to 4pm. Please contact Doug Pritchard at 613 558-6683. (May 7)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for
Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 15)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

STUDENTS GOING INTO SCIENCE AT CARLETON: The Faculty of Science is holding a specialty tour on Saturday, May 2 for students who’ve applied and are interested in attending Carleton University in the fall 2009. Students and their parents are invited to meet with faculty members and students from the Faculty of Science before the first-year labs tour. Registration and more information is available at: http://www2.carleton.ca/admissions/campustours/st_science_may09.php. We will also be offering general campus tours following the science laboratories tour. (May 1)

ATTENTION GRADUATES: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award in the amount of $1000 is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for this award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available from the Student Services Department. (May 1)

GRADUATES APPLYING TO ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: The Sens Foundation in partnership with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club has established ten scholarships of $1000 each for students planning to attend Algonquin College. For criteria information and an application, go to Student Services. (May 1)

THE BLACK CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($5000 BURSARY): Criteria: Black Canadian graduating from an Ottawa high school with a minimum of 75% in top 6 grade 12 courses. Must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. Visit www.bcsf.ca for the application. (May 8)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)
Wednesday, April 29, 2009

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOOKING FOR BILLETS: We are looking for families to take in visiting students from the St Michael's Choir School, May 11-13. This involves taking in 2 or more choir boys, ranging in age from 12 - 18 into your home. More detailed information should be posted in your homeroom. Copies of the detailed information are available in the office. (May 6)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL PRACTICES:
7/8 Girls Touch Football team practices: Wed and Fri this week 3:15 - 4:30 outside
7/8 Boys Touch Football team practices: Friday this week 3:15- 4:30
Please see Ms. Brownrigg and Ms. McKenna if you cannot make practice. (May 1)

RED MAPLE CLUB: Drop by to the library any time this week to vote for your favourite Red Maple book. The poll will be open until 3:05 Thursday, April 30th. (Apr 30)

VACCINATION CLINIC: This is a reminder to all grade 7 students, and to grade 8 girls, that our final vaccination clinic will take place during the morning of Friday May 1. This will be the second/final immunization for all grade 7's for Hepatitis B and the third/final immunization for grade 8 girls for HPV. Students are reminded to have a good breakfast on Friday to be ready for the clinic. (Apr 30)

REACH FOR THE TOP: Friday, May 1. All members are welcome to watch the game between the Purple Monkey Nuggets and the Flying Tacos. Be in Rm. 233 at 12:50. (May 1)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRADE 12 BIOLOGY COMPETITION: The grade 12 Biology students taking part in the University of Toronto Biology Competition on Thursday April 30th are to meet, briefly, with Ms. D'Angela following announcements. (Apr 29)

STRATFORD 2009: Would the following students please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 as soon as possible: A.S., M.G., A.M., R.J., J.C., S.R., and S.S.. (May 1)

WRITERS! Submissions are now being accepted for the 2nd Annual Mother Teresa Writing Anthology. Have your writing published! Prizes will be given out for the best poem, the best short story and the best alternative writing (visual poetry, scripts, lyrics etc.). We are also looking for someone to create the best cover design. Artwork to accompany writing may also be submitted. Please give your writing to Mrs. Earle or Mrs. Zivkovic by May 21, 2009. (May 1)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

STAND UP TO BULLYING: There will be a very important STAND UP TO BULLYING meeting on Wednesday in the Career Centre from 11:45 – 12:15. Bring your lunch. (Apr 29)

ATTENTION CO-OP STUDENTS: The window of opportunity to hand in Co-op Journals for the month of April closes at the end of the day on Thursday, April 30, 2009. (Apr 30)

MARINE BIOLOGY TRIP: All students registered in grade 12 biology next year are invited to sign up to attend an information meeting on Wednesday April 29th at 11:45 in room 202 regarding next year's 5-day biology trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick in September 2009. A signup sheet is posted outside room 202. Don't be disappointed...sign up today! (Apr 29)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students who were given permission forms to participate in Friday's clinic are reminded to return them to Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. (Apr 30)

CAPPIES are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to the Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

STUDENT SERVICES

PUBLIC BOARD SUMMER SCHOOL: Information and application forms are now available, in the Student Services office, for the Public Board’s summer school program. Courses will be offered at Sir Robert Borden H.S. on Greenbank as well as three other sites. They are offering many reach-ahead and make up courses as well as 1 credit co-op and a limited number of on-line courses. If interested, pick up information as soon as possible. (Apr. 29)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Royal City Soccer Club is looking for summer camp volunteers, CITs and camp counsellors. Locations served are Jockvale P.S. Field (Nepean), A.Y. Jackson S.S. Field (Kanata) and Brewer Park (Ottawa). Pamphlet and applications can be found in Student Services. (May 15)

VOLUNTEERS! VOLUNTEERS! Up to 20 volunteers required. The Rotary Club of South Nepean is looking for volunteers for the Strandherd Road Clean Up Project. Saturday, May 9th from 1pm to 4pm. Please contact Doug Pritchard at 613 558-6683. (May 7)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 15)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

ATTENTION GRADUATES: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award in the amount of $1000 is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for this award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available from the Student Services Department. (May 1)

GRADUATES APPLYING TO ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: The Sens Foundation in partnership with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club has established ten scholarships of $1000 each for students planning to attend Algonquin College. For criteria information and an application, go to Student Services. (May 1)

THE BLACK CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($5000 BURSARY): Criteria: Black Canadian graduating from an Ottawa high school with a minimum of 75% in top 6 grade 12 courses. Must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. Visit www.bcsf.ca for the application. (May 8)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)
Tuesday, April 28, 2009

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

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

RED MAPLE CLUB: Drop by to the library any time this week to vote for your favourite Red Maple book. The poll will be open until 3:05 Thursday, April 30th. (Apr 30)

VACCINATION CLINIC: This is a reminder to all grade 7 students, and to grade 8 girls, that our final vaccination clinic will take place during the morning of Friday May 1. This will be the second/final immunization for all grade 7's for Hepatitis B and the third/final immunization for grade 8 girls for HPV. Students are reminded to have a good breakfast on Friday to be ready for the clinic. (Apr 30)

REACH FOR THE TOP: Friday, May 1. All members are welcome to watch the game between the Purple Monkey Nuggets and the Flying Tacos. Be in Rm. 233 at 12:50. (May 1)

ATTENTION GRADE 8 STUDENTS: Would you like to help plan events for students and provide feedback from your peers to the school? Then you should be part of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council. For more information on being a Grade Representative, and to pick-up an application package, please come to Room 320 TODAY at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. Robinson in Room 301 THIS MORNING. (Apr 28)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION CO-OP STUDENTS: The window of opportunity to hand in Co-op Journals for the month of April closes at the end of the day on Thursday, April 30, 2009. (Apr 30)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 TO 11: Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the school? Do you have ideas that no one hears? As a member of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council your voice is heard! The information meeting for all applicants for next year's council will be held TODAY in Room 301 at the beginning of senior lunch. Come and find out what it means to be a valued member of Student Council. (Apr 28)

CAPPIES are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to the Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

MARINE BIOLOGY TRIP: All students registered in grade 12 biology next year are invited to sign up to attend an information meeting on Wednesday April 29th at 11:45 in room 202 regarding next year's 5-day biology trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick in September 2009. A signup sheet is posted outside room 202. Don't be disappointed...sign up today! (Apr 29)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students who were given permission forms to participate in Friday's clinic are reminded to return them to Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. (Apr 30)

STUDENT SERVICES

PUBLIC BOARD SUMMER SCHOOL: Information and application forms are now available, in the Student Services office, for the Public Board’s summer school program. Courses will be offered at Sir Robert Borden H.S. on Greenbank as well as three other sites. They are offering many reach-ahead and make up courses as well as 1 credit co-op and a limited number of on-line courses. If interested, pick up information as soon as possible. (Apr. 29)

VOLUNTEERS! VOLUNTEERS! Up to 20 volunteers required. The Rotary Club of South Nepean is looking for volunteers for the Strandherd Road Clean Up Project. Saturday, May 9th from 1pm to 4pm. Please contact Doug Pritchard at 613 558-6683. (May 7)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

PROM COMMITTEE: There will be a Prom Committee meeting Wednesday, April 29th at lunch in room 134. Everyone needs to attend. (Apr 29)

ATTENTION GRADUATES: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award in the amount of $1000 is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for this award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available from the Student Services Department. (May 1)

GRADUATES APPLYING TO ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: The Sens Foundation in partnership with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club has established ten scholarships of $1000 each for students planning to attend Algonquin College. For criteria information and an application, go to Student Services. (May 1)

THE BLACK CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($5000 BURSARY): Criteria: Black Canadian graduating from an Ottawa high school with a minimum of 75% in top 6 grade 12 courses. Must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. Visit www.bcsf.ca for the application. (May 8)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)
Monday, April 27, 2009

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

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

VACCINATION CLINIC: This is a reminder to all grade 7 students, and to grade 8 girls, that our final vaccination clinic will take place during the morning of Friday May 1. This will be the second/final immunization for all grade 7's for Hepatitis B and the third/final immunization for grade 8 girls for HPV. Students are reminded to have a good breakfast on Friday to be ready for the clinic. (Apr 30)

7/8 ART MOSAIC WORKSHOP: The following students, U.D. and M.C., are reminded of this workshop being held tomorrow Tuesday, April 28th. Please meet Ms. Stuart in the atrium at 9:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at approximately 4:45 p.m., and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Stuart in room 240. (Apr 27)

ATTENTION GRADE 8 STUDENTS: Would you like to help plan events for students and provide feedback from your peers to the school. Then you should be part of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council. For more information on being a Grade Representative, and to pick-up an application package, please come to Room 320 on Tuesday April 28 at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. Robinson in Room 301 on either Monday or Tuesday morning. (Apr 28)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ART MOSAIC WORKSHOP: The following students, G.S., D.C., S.K., E.C., S.M., and R.A., are reminded of this workshop being held tomorrow Tuesday, April 28th. Please meet Ms. Stuart in the atrium at 9:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at approximately 4:45 p.m., and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Stuart in room 240. (Apr 27)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 TO 11: Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the school? Do you have ideas that no one hears? As a member of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council your voice is heard! The information meeting for all applicants for next year's council will be held on Monday April 27 and Tuesday April 28 in Room 301 at the beginning of senior lunch. You only need to attend ONE meeting. Come next week and find out what it means to be a valued member of Student Council. (Apr 28)

CAPPIES are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

MARINE BIOLOGY TRIP: All students registered in grade 12 biology next year are invited to sign up to attend an information meeting on Wednesday April 29th at 11:45 in room 202 regarding next year's 5-day biology trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick in September 2009. A signup sheet is posted outside room 202. Don't be disappointed...sign up today! (Apr 29)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 30)

STUDENT SERVICES

PUBLIC BOARD SUMMER SCHOOL: Information and application forms are now available, in the Student Services office, for the Public Board’s summer school program. Courses will be offered at Sir Robert Borden H.S. on Greenbank as well as three other sites. They are offering many reach-ahead and make up courses as well as 1 credit co-op and a limited number of on-line courses. If interested, pick up information as soon as possible. (Apr. 29)

VOLUNTEERS! VOLUNTEERS! Up to 20 volunteers required. The Rotary Club of South Nepean is looking for volunteers for the Strandherd Road Clean Up Project. Saturday, May 9th from 1pm to 4pm. Please contact Doug Pritchard at 613 558-6683. (May 7)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Applications for the Baxter Memorial Scholarship are now available. This is a $1500 scholarship to recognize a graduate who has tried his/her best, kept the faith and has been kind to others. Applications are available at Student Services. (Apr 27)

THE BLACK CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($5000 BURSARY): Criteria: Black Canadian graduating from an Ottawa high school with a minimum of 75% in top 6 grade 12 courses. Must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. Visit www.bcsf.ca for the application. (May 8)
Thursday, April 23, 2009

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

FRIDAY APRIL 24TH is a PD Day for all students. Enjoy your long weekend!

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

ST BRIGID'S CAMP REGISTRATION REMINDER: This Saturday, April 25 from 8:00am to 10:30am at St. John the Apostle Church on Baseline Road. At the request of the church, please do not arrive before 6:30am. (Apr 23)

DRAMA EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The following students, T.D. (7-09), A.H. (7-01), J.S.(8-02), S.C. (8-06) and K.S., are reminded of this workshop being held on Monday, April 27th. Please meet Ms. Byrne in the atrium by 8:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at 4 o'clock, and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions please see Ms. Byrne in room 135. (Apr 23)

ATTENTION GRADE 8 STUDENTS: Would you like to help plan events for students and provide feedback from your peers to the school. Then you should be part of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council. For more information on being a Grade Representative, and to pick-up an application package, please come to Room 320 on Tuesday April 28 at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. Robinson in Room 301 on either Monday or Tuesday morning. (Apr 28)

MATH OLYMPICS PARTICIPANTS: Could all students attending the Math Olympics this Saturday, please meet Ms. Stuart, Thursday, April 23 in room 240 at the beginning of lunch. Please bring your lunch as you will be going to the cafeteria after the brief meeting. (Apr 23)

REACH FOR THE TOP: For your game on Thursday, April 23, be in Room 233 at 12:50 as the Awesome Possums take on the Fab 4. ALL members of Reach for the Top are welcome to come watch! (Apr 23)

7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM: Reminder: Practice today. Play-offs start next week. (Apr 23)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

DRAMA EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The following students, T.N., J.R., A.P., S.A., M.L., P.P., J.J. and K.K, are reminded of this workshop being held on Monday, April 27th. Please meet Ms. Byrne in the atrium by 8:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at 4 o'clock and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions please see Ms. Byrne in room 135. (Apr 23)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 TO 11: Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the school? Do you have ideas that no one hears? As a member of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council your voice is heard! The information meeting for all applicants for next year's council will be held on Monday April 27 and Tuesday April 28 in Room 301 at the beginning of senior lunch. You only need to attend ONE meeting. Come next week and find out what it means to be a valued member of Student Council. (Apr 28)

CAPPIES are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

MARINE BIOLOGY TRIP: All students registered in grade 12 biology next year are invited to sign up to attend an information meeting on Wednesday April 29th at 11:45 in room 202 regarding next year's 5-day biology trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick in September 2009. A signup sheet is posted outside room 202. Don't be disappointed...sign up today! (Apr 29)

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO HAVE SELECTED CO-OP ON THEIR OPTION SHEET FOR NEXT YEAR: Please submit your completed application form, co-op fee ($20) and resume to Student Services or Mrs. O’Sullivan in room 111. Students who have submitted their required paperwork are now being processed and could be called for a preliminary interview at any time. Spots are filling up fast so don’t miss out on a job opportunity that could change your future. (Apr 23)

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! This is a reminder that the Co-op Career Fair will take place in the Atrium on Thursday April 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please report to the Atrium at 12:30 to set up your project board. All morning and afternoon co-op students must be present for the fair. Classroom visits to the fair will start to arrive at 1:00. Morning students should go to their co-op placement in the morning unless other arrangements have been made with Mrs. O’Sullivan. (Apr 23)

STRATFORD 2009: Please submit your second deposit this week to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. ONE spot is left available for the Stratford trip in October of 2009. See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to claim this spot. (Apr 23)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 27)

STUDENT SERVICES

PEER HELPERS: A reminder to the Peer Helpers of their class visits on Thursday. (Apr 23)

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Registration forms are now available for students interested in taking summer school courses during July. There are make up courses and reach ahead courses for high school students as well as numeracy/literacy courses for students in Grades 7, 8 & 9. If you are interested, please pick up a form and info package in the Student Services office. (Apr. 23)

PUBLIC BOARD SUMMER SCHOOL: Information and application forms are now available, in the Student Services office, for the Public Board's summer school program. Courses will be offered at Sir Robert Borden H.S. on Greenbank as well as three other sites. They are offering many reach-ahead and make up courses as well as 1 credit co-op and a limited number of on-line courses. If interested, pick up information as soon as possible. (Apr. 29)

THE OTTAWA CITIZEN CAREER FAIR: Ottawa Hampton Inn and Conference Centre on April 28, 2009. Entrance is free and includes Conferences through the day. We will spotlight careers in Engineering and Hi-Tech, as well as General Career Openings. Exhibitors include: Public Works, RCMP, the Canadian Forces, Ottawa Citizen and many more. Please see Mrs. Ladouceur in Room 111 or sign up in Student Services if you are interested in attending. You can also get additional information from the website: www.nationalcareerevent.com or contact them directly at 1-866-397-1150 ext. 11. (Apr 23)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

BARRHAVEN RUN FOR ROGERS HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students - Earn your volunteer hours! June 6th, 2009. Choose from several opportunities:
Delivery of posters and brochures to Barrhaven businesses - April 1st- 30th !
Event Day morning site set up
Event Day evening site tear down
Event Day registration and route assistants
CONTACT: Andrea Steenbakkers, Barrhaven Business Improvement Area, execdirector@barrhavenbia.ca, 613-825-8242 (Apr 23)

YEAR – END FASHION SHOW (TORONTO): On Monday, April 27, 2009 at the George Brown School of Fashion Studies. We promise you an exciting showing of our best 100+ student outfits at the historic Design Exchange, presented on the Trading Room Floor. The show will also feature make-up from our Yorkville School, student models and jewellery. Orders can be placed on hold now by calling Admin. Assistant Sue Ascenzi at 416 415-5000 extension 4840, or by email: sascenzi@georgebrown.ca. Tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis and entry will commence at 1:30 pm for the 2 pm show. Additional info about the show at: cjeffrey@georgebrown.ca. To access info on the Design Exchange venue, please visit: www.dx.org (Apr 23)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

PROM TICKETS: Attention all Grads! We all know prom is coming. That’s right MT get ready for the biggest and best prom you have ever dreamed of! Old Hollywood is coming back in style! Tickets will be on sale THIS WEEK! Tuesday April 21st and Thursday April 23rd in the science lab, room 209 @ lunch! Tickets are $75 each. This is your last week to get your tickets so don’t miss out! If you have any questions concerning prom please see: Ms. Pipkins or Ms. Rivington (Apr 23)

PROM DRESS – CAN’T AFFORD IT? We've got the perfect one, yours free for the night. Fairy Godmother of Ottawa, one weekend only May 2nd and 3rd at The Westin Ottawa. To book a fitting call 613-232-PROM. Visit brownscleaners.ca/fairygodmother for more details. (Apr 23)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)

ATTENTION GRADUATING STUDENTS: Applications for the Baxter Memorial Scholarship are now available. This is a $1500 scholarship to recognize a graduate who has tried his/her best, kept the faith and has been kind to others. Applications are available at Student Services. (Apr 27)
Wednesday, April 22, 2009

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY EARTH DAY! Please be sure to check the Earth Day Itinerary for all the exciting events taking place.

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

GIRLS AND BOYS TOUCH FOOTBALL PRACTICE ---cancelled for this week. Please see Ms. Brownrigg's door for next practice--it will be sometime next week. (Apr 22)

ST BRIGID'S CAMP REGISTRATION REMINDER: This Saturday, April 25 from 8:00am to 10:30am at St. John the Apostle Church on Baseline Road. At the request of the church, please do not arrive before 6:30am. (Apr 23)

DRAMA EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The following students, T.D. (7-09), A.H. (7-01), J.S. (8-02), S.C. (8-06) and K.S., are reminded of this workshop being held on Monday, April 27th. Please meet Ms. Byrne in the atrium by 8:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at 4 o'clock, and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions please see Ms. Byrne in room 135. (Apr 23)

ATTENTION GRADE 8 STUDENTS: Would you like to help plan events for students and provide feedback from your peers to the school. Then you should be part of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council. For more information on being a Grade Representative, and to pick-up an application package, please come to Room 320 on Tuesday April 28 at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. Robinson in Room 301 on either Monday or Tuesday morning. (Apr 28)

MATH OLYMPICS PARTICIPANTS: Could all students attending the Math Olympics this Saturday, please meet Ms. Stuart, Thursday, April 23 in room 240 at the beginning of lunch. Please bring your lunch as you will be going to the cafeteria after the brief meeting. (Apr 23)

7/8 BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: A reminder for the Boys 7/8 Basketball team about their game TODAY at Holy Trinity. Teachers: Please allow the members of the team to leave early (2:20) to catch the bus for their game. Students: Arrange to be picked up at Mother Teresa anytime after 5:30. (Apr 22)

REACH FOR THE TOP: For your game on Thursday, April 23, be in Room 233 at 12:50 as the Awesome Possums take on the Fab 4. ALL members of Reach for the Top are welcome to come watch! (Apr 23)

7/8 Girls Basketball Team: Reminder: Away game TODAY, and practice on Thursday. Play-offs start next week. (Apr 23)

7/8 BAND: A reminder to all Band students that your consent forms are now due. Please bring your forms to the music room immediately after the announcements. Also, there is a band council meeting today during 7/8 lunch in the music room. (Apr 22)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

DRAMA EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The following students, T.N., J.R., A.P., S.A., M.L., P.P., J. J. and K.K., are reminded of this workshop being held on Monday, April 27th. Please meet Ms. Byrne in the atrium by 8:30 to catch the bus. The bus will arrive back to the school at 4 o'clock and lunch will be served at the workshop. If you have any questions please see Ms. Byrne in room 135. (Apr 23)

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FOOLISHNESS? Shakespeare? Comedy? Come get your tickets to the "A Company of Fools" production, Interactive Shakespeare! $2 gets you in to see the show during period 4 on May 8. Please see your semester one or two English teacher for tickets. Only 300 spots are available. (May 1)

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 TO 11: Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the school? Do you have ideas that no one hears? As a member of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council your voice is heard! The information meeting for all applicants for next year's council will be held on Monday April 27 and Tuesday April 28 in Room 301 at the beginning of senior lunch. You only need to attend ONE meeting. Come next week and find out what it means to be a valued member of Student Council. (Apr 28)

CAPPIES are reminded to vote on Saturday, May 9 at the Confederation Education Centre, next to Sportsplex on Woodroffe. Please check the voting schedule for your specific time. (May 8)

MARINE BIOLOGY TRIP: All students registered in grade 12 biology next year are invited to sign up to attend an information meeting on Wednesday April 29th at 11:45 in room 202 regarding next year's 5-day biology trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick in September 2009. A sign up sheet is posted outside room 202. Don't be disappointed...sign up today! (Apr 29)

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO HAVE SELECTED CO-OP ON THEIR OPTION SHEET FOR NEXT YEAR: Please submit your completed application form, co-op fee ($20) and resume to Student Services or Mrs. O’Sullivan in room 111. Students who have submitted their required paperwork are now being processed and could be called for a preliminary interview at any time. Spots are filling up fast so don’t miss out on a job opportunity that could change your future. (Apr 23)

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! This is a reminder that the Co-op Career Fair will take place in the Atrium on Thursday April 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please report to the Atrium at 12:30 to set up your project board. All morning and afternoon co-op students must be present for the fair. Classroom visits to the fair will start to arrive at 1:00. Morning students should go to their co-op placement in the morning unless other arrangements have been made with Mrs. O’Sullivan. (Apr 23)

STRATFORD 2009: Please submit your second deposit this week to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. ONE spot is left available for the Stratford trip in October of 2009. See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to claim this spot. (Apr 23)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 27)

STUDENT SERVICES

PEER HELPERS: A reminder to the Peer Helpers of their class visits on Thursday. (Apr 23)

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Registration forms are now available for students interested in taking summer school courses during July. There are make up courses and reach ahead courses for high school students as well as numeracy/literacy courses for students in Grades 7, 8 & 9. If you are interested, please pick up a form and info package in the Student Services office. (Apr. 23)

THE OTTAWA CITIZEN CAREER FAIR: Ottawa Hampton Inn and Conference Centre on April 28, 2009. Entrance is free and includes Conferences through the day. We will spotlight careers in Engineering and Hi-Tech, as well as General Career Openings. Exhibitors include: Public Works, RCMP, the Canadian Forces, Ottawa Citizen and many more. Please see Mrs. Ladouceur in Room 111 or sign up in Student Services if you are interested in attending. You can also get additional information from the website: http://www.nationalcareerevent.com/ or contact them directly at 1-866-397-1150 ext. 11. (Apr 23)

VOLUNTEER HOURS: Farley Mowat Public School is hosting a Family Mayfair on Saturday, May 30 from 10-2pm. Volunteers are needed to work from 8 am to 4 pm at the concession stands, bake sale, ticket sales, BBQ and games for all ages. On Friday evening (6 pm - 8 pm) volunteers are also needed to help set up. Please contact Karla Randell at krandec385@rogers.com for more information or to sign up. (May 28)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

BARRHAVEN RUN FOR ROGERS HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students - Earn your volunteer hours! June 6th, 2009. Choose from several opportunities:
Delivery of posters and brochures to Barrhaven businesses - April 1st- 30th !
Event Day morning site set up
Event Day evening site tear down
Event Day registration and route assistants
CONTACT: Andrea Steenbakkers, Barrhaven Business Improvement Area, execdirector@barrhavenbia.ca, 613-825-8242 (Apr 23)

YEAR – END FASHION SHOW (TORONTO): On Monday, April 27, 2009 at the George Brown School of Fashion Studies. We promise you an exciting showing of our best 100+ student outfits at the historic Design Exchange, presented on the Trading Room Floor. The show will also feature make-up from our Yorkville School, student models and jewellery. Orders can be placed on hold now by calling Admin. Assistant Sue Ascenzi at 416 415-5000 extension 4840, or by email: sascenzi@georgebrown.ca. Tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis and entry will commence at 1:30 pm for the 2 pm show. Additional info about the show at: cjeffrey@georgebrown.ca. To access info on the Design Exchange venue, please visit: http://www.dx.org/ (Apr 23)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

PROM TICKETS: Attention all Grads! We all know prom is coming. That’s right MT get ready for the biggest and best prom you have ever dreamed of! Old Hollywood is coming back in style! Tickets will be on sale THIS WEEK! Tuesday April 21st and Thursday April 23rd in the science lab, room 209 @ lunch! Tickets are $75 each. This is your last week to get your tickets so don’t miss out! If you have any questions concerning prom please see: Ms. Pipkins or Ms. Rivington (Apr 23)

PROM DRESS – CAN’T AFFORD IT? We've got the perfect one, yours free for the night. Fairy Godmother of Ottawa, one weekend only May 2nd and 3rd at The Westin Ottawa. To book a fitting call 613-232-PROM. Visit brownscleaners.ca/fairygodmother for more details. (Apr 23)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)

ATTENTION GRADUATING STUDENTS: Applications for the Baxter Memorial Scholarship are now available. This is a $1500 scholarship to recognize a graduate who has tried his/her best, kept the faith and has been kind to others. Applications are available at Student Services. (Apr 27)
Tuesday, April 21, 2009

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


7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION GRADE 8 STUDENTS: Would you like to help plan events for students and provide feedback from your peers to the school. Then you should be part of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council. For more information on being a Grade Representative, and to pick-up an application package, please come to Room 320 on Tuesday April 28 at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. Robinson in Room 301 on either Monday or Tuesday morning. (Apr 28)

7/8 BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: A reminder for the Boys 7/8 Basketball team about their games this week: Monday, April 20 at St Paul’s and Wednesday, April 22nd at Holy Trinity. Teachers: Please allow the members of the team to leave early (2:20) to catch the bus for their game. Students: Arrange to be picked up at Mother Teresa anytime after 5:30. (Apr 22)

REACH FOR THE TOP: For your game on Thursday, April 23, be in Room 233 at 12:50 as the Awesome Possums take on the Fab 4. ALL members of Reach for the Top are welcome to come watch! (Apr 23)

7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM: Reminder: practice TODAY, away game on Wednesday, and practice on Thursday. Play-offs start next week. (Apr 23)



HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

REACH FOR THE TOP: Led by their fearless leader Mitch Kearney, the travelling team participated in the championship round of the Ottawa Reach for the Top Finals on Tuesday April 14. When all was said and done, the Mother Teresa crew finished in 7th spot in the city - the only Catholic School to crack the Top 10. Congrats to team members Will Onyeaju (MVP), Ben "Cousteau" Dean, James Munn, Bryn Belanger, Ben Kellar and Captain "BeefHeart" Kearney. (Apr 21)

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 TO 11: Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the school? Do you have ideas that no one hears? As a member of the Mother Teresa Student Executive Council your voice is heard! The information meeting for all applicants for next year's council will be held on Monday April 27 and Tuesday April 28 in Room 301 at the beginning of senior lunch. You only need to attend ONE meeting. Come next week and find out what it means to be a valued member of Student Council. (Apr 28)

YEARBOOK: A reminder that there is a very important meeting for ALL EARTH DAY PHOTOGRAPHERS TODAY at 11:45 am in Room 103. Any yearbook student who is interested in helping out can still sign up if you attend the meeting today. Any photographer who absolutely cannot make the meeting MUST check in with Mrs. Hopkins before the end of the day today. (Apr 21)

Stand up to Bullying Squad: Will meet today, Tuesday April 21st, at lunch in the Career Centre. (Apr 21)

ATTENTION MEMBERS OF THE VARSITY BOYS SOCCER TEAM: There will be a very important meeting for all members of the soccer team, on Tuesday, April 21st at lunch. Please meet outside Mr. MacCuaig's office in the 7/8 Phys Ed area at 11:45. (Apr 21)

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! This is a reminder that the Co-op Career Fair will take place in the Atrium on Thursday April 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please report to the Atrium at 12:30 to set up your project board. All morning and afternoon co-op students must be present for the fair. Classroom visits to the fair will start to arrive at 1:00. Morning students should go to their co-op placement in the morning unless other arrangements have been made with Mrs. O’Sullivan. (Apr 22)

STRATFORD 2009: Please submit your second deposit this week to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. ONE spot is left available for the Stratford trip in October of 2009. See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to claim this spot. (Apr 23)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 27)


STUDENT SERVICES

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Registration forms are now available for students interested in taking summer school courses during July. There are make up courses and reach ahead courses for high school students as well as numeracy/literacy courses for students in Grades 7, 8 & 9. If you are interested, please pick up a form and info package in the Student Services office. (Apr. 23)

THE OTTAWA CITIZEN CAREER FAIR: Ottawa Hampton Inn and Conference Centre on April 28, 2009. Entrance is free and includes Conferences through the day. We will spotlight careers in Engineering and Hi-Tech, as well as General Career Openings. Exhibitors include: Public Works, RCMP, the Canadian Forces, Ottawa Citizen and many more. Please see Mrs. Ladouceur in Room 111 or sign up in Student Services if you are interested in attending. You can also get additional information from the website: www.nationalcareerevent.com or contact them directly at 1-866-397-1150 ext. 11. (Apr 23)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

BARRHAVEN RUN FOR ROGERS HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students - Earn your volunteer hours! June 6th, 2009. Choose from several opportunities:
1. Delivery of posters and brochures to Barrhaven businesses - April 1st- 30th !
2. Event Day morning site set up
3. Event Day evening site tear down
4. Event Day registration and route assistants
CONTACT: Andrea Steenbakkers, Barrhaven Business Improvement Area, execdirector@barrhavenbia.ca,
613-825-8242 (Apr 23)

YEAR – END FASHION SHOW (TORONTO): On Monday, April 27, 2009 at the George Brown School of Fashion Studies. We promise you an exciting showing of our best 100+ student outfits at the historic Design Exchange, presented on the Trading Room Floor. The show will also feature make-up from our Yorkville School, student models and jewellery. Orders can be placed on hold now by calling Admin. Assistant Sue Ascenzi at 416 415-5000 extension 4840, or by email: sascenzi@georgebrown.ca. Tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis and entry will commence at 1:30 pm for the 2 pm show. Additional info about the show at: cjeffrey@georgebrown.ca. To access info on the Design Exchange venue, please visit: www.dx.org (Apr 23)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)


GRAD

PROM TICKETS: Attention all Grads! We all know prom is coming. That’s right MT get ready for the biggest and best prom you have ever dreamed of! Old Hollywood is coming back in style! Tickets will be on sale THIS WEEK! Tuesday April 21st and Thursday April 23rd in the science lab, room 209 @ lunch! Tickets are $75 each. This is your last week to get your tickets so don’t miss out! If you have any questions concerning prom please see: Ms. Pipkins or Ms. Rivington (Apr 23)

PROM DRESS – CAN’T AFFORD IT? We've got the perfect one, yours free for the night. Fairy Godmother of Ottawa, one weekend only May 2nd and 3rd at The Westin Ottawa. To book a fitting call 613-232-PROM. Visit brownscleaners.ca/fairygodmother for more details. (Apr 23)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)

ATTENTION GRADUATING STUDENTS: Applications for the Baxter Memorial Scholarship are now available. This is a $1500 scholarship to recognize a graduate who has tried his/her best, kept the faith and has been kind to others. Applications are available at Student Services. (Apr 27)
Monday, April 20, 2009

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

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: A reminder for the Boys 7/8 Basketball team about their games this week: Monday, April 20 at St Paul’s and Wednesday, April 22nd at Holy Trinity. Teachers: Please allow the members of the team to leave early (2:20) to catch the bus for their game. Students: Arrange to be picked up at Mother Teresa anytime after 5:30. (Apr 22)

7/8 BOYS & GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Please get changed and then meet in room 208 at 3:15 today before going outside for practice. (Apr 20)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS: Some of the new titles include the latest in the Alex Rider series Snakehead by Anthony Horowitz, Wounded by Eric Walters, and Bounce by Natasha Friend. Drop by the library to pick up a flyer. Orders are due April 20th. (Apr 20)

ATTENTION MEMBERS OF THE VARSITY BOYS SOCCER TEAM: There will be a very important meeting for all members of the soccer team, on Tuesday, April 21st at lunch. Please meet outside Mr. MacCuaig's office in the 7/8 Phys Ed area at 11:45. (Apr 21)

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! This is a reminder that the Co-op Career Fair will take place in the Atrium on Thursday April 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please report to the Atrium at 12:30 to set up your project board. All morning and afternoon co-op students must be present for the fair. Classroom visits to the fair will start to arrive at 1:00. Morning students should go to their co-op placement in the morning unless other arrangements have been made with Mrs. O’Sullivan. (Apr 22)

STRATFORD 2009: Please submit your second deposit this week to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. ONE spot is left available for the Stratford trip in October of 2009. See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to claim this spot. (Apr 23)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 27)

STUDENT SERVICES

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Registration forms are now available for students interested in taking summer school courses during July. There are make up courses and reach ahead courses for high school students as well as numeracy/literacy courses for students in Grades 7, 8 & 9. If you are interested, please pick up a form and info package in the Student Services office. (Apr. 23)

THE OTTAWA CITIZEN CAREER FAIR: Ottawa Hampton Inn and Conference Centre on April 28, 2009. Entrance is free and includes Conferences through the day. We will spotlight careers in Engineering and Hi-Tech, as well as General Career Openings. Exhibitors include: Public Works, RCMP, the Canadian Forces, Ottawa Citizen and many more. Please see Mrs. Ladouceur in Room 111 or sign up in Student Services if you are interested in attending. You can also get additional information from the website: www.nationalcareerevent.com or contact them directly at 1-866-397-1150 ext. 11. (Apr 23)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

BARRHAVEN RUN FOR ROGERS HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students - Earn your volunteer hours! June 6th, 2009. Choose from several opportunities:
Delivery of posters and brochures to Barrhaven businesses - April 1st- 30th !
Event Day morning site set up
Event Day evening site tear down
Event Day registration and route assistants
CONTACT: Andrea Steenbakkers, Barrhaven Business Improvement Area, execdirector@barrhavenbia.ca, 613-825-8242 (Apr 23)

YEAR – END FASHION SHOW (TORONTO): On Monday, April 27, 2009 at the George Brown School of Fashion Studies. We promise you an exciting showing of our best 100+ student outfits at the historic Design Exchange, presented on the Trading Room Floor. The show will also feature make-up from our Yorkville School, student models and jewellery. Orders can be placed on hold now by calling Admin. Assistant Sue Ascenzi at 416 415-5000 extension 4840, or by email: sascenzi@georgebrown.ca. Tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis and entry will commence at 1:30 pm for the 2 pm show. Additional info about the show at: cjeffrey@georgebrown.ca. To access info on the Design Exchange venue, please visit: www.dx.org (Apr 23)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

PROM TICKETS: Attention all Grads! We all know prom is coming. That’s right MT get ready for the biggest and best prom you have ever dreamed of! Old Hollywood is coming back in style! Tickets will be on sale THIS WEEK! Tuesday April 21st and Thursday April 23rd in the science lab, room 209 @ lunch! Tickets are $75 each. This is your last week to get your tickets so don’t miss out! If you have any questions concerning prom please see: Ms. Pipkins or Ms. Rivington (Apr 23)

PROM DRESS – CAN’T AFFORD IT? We've got the perfect one, yours free for the night. Fairy Godmother of Ottawa, one weekend only May 2nd and 3rd at The Westin Ottawa. To book a fitting call 613-232-PROM. Visit brownscleaners.ca/fairygodmother for more details. (Apr 23)

ALL GRADS: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)
Friday, April 17, 2009

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

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM: A reminder for the Boys 7/8 Basketball team about their games next week Monday, April 20 at St Paul’s and Wednesday, April 22nd at Holy Trinity. Arrange to be picked up at Mother Teresa anytime after 5:30. (Apr 22)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS – REPORT CARDS: A reminder that High School Interim report cards go home on Friday of this week. As usual, your report card will be withheld if you owe course fees, library fines, team uniforms, etc. Please bring these things up to date before Friday. Thank you. (Apr 17)

WRITING COMPETITON: Last call for submissions to the Carleton University English Department's Writing Competition. All submissions will be sent in by the end of the week. (Apr 17)

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS: Some of the new titles include the latest in the Alex Rider series Snakehead by Anthony Horowitz, Wounded by Eric Walters, and Bounce by Natasha Friend. Drop by the library to pick up a flyer. Orders are due April 20th. (Apr 20)

ATTENTION MEMBERS OF THE VARSITY BOYS SOCCER TEAM: There will be a very important meeting for all members of the soccer team, on Tuesday, April 21st at lunch. Please meet outside Mr. MacCuaig's office in the 7/8 Phys Ed area at 11:45. (Apr 21)

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! This is a reminder that the Co-op Career Fair will take place in the Atrium on Thursday April 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please report to the Atrium at 12:30 to set up your project board. All morning and afternoon co-op students must be present for the fair. Classroom visits to the fair will start to arrive at 1:00. Morning students should go to their co-op placement in the morning unless other arrangements have been made with Mrs. O’Sullivan. (Apr 22)

STRATFORD 2009: Please submit your second deposit this week to Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138. ONE spot is left available for the Stratford trip in October of 2009. See Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to claim this spot. (Apr 25)

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Students interested in donating blood at the Mother Teresa Blood Donor Clinic (May 1st) can do so in their Homeroom (speak to your HR teacher). Students who do not have a class period 1 can see Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 to sign up for the clinic. Minimum age is 17 years. (Apr 27)

STUDENT SERVICES

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Registration forms are now available for students interested in taking summer school courses during July. There are make up courses and reach ahead courses for high school students as well as numeracy/literacy courses for students in Grades 7, 8 & 9. If you are interested, please pick up a form and info package in the Student Services office. (Apr. 21)

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)

JOB POSTING: Students needed. Easy work serving customers at our Flower stands. Mothers Day Weekend (May 9, 10). Part time work also available in the summer. Minimum $80 a day guaranteed. WeeklyFlowers.com is hiring students in the following areas: Orleans, Gloucester, Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata. Leave message for Tammy at 613 837-3873. Posters available to pick up in Student Services. (May 8)

THE OTTAWA CITIZEN CAREER FAIR: National Career Event would like to invite you to our Career Fair which we will be hosting at the Ottawa Hampton inn and Conference Centre on April 28, 2009. We will spotlight careers in Engineering and Hi-Tech, as well as General Career Openings. If you require additional information, please feel free to visit our website: www.nationalcareerevent.com or contact us directly at 1-866-397-1150 ext. 11. (Apr 27)

BARRHAVEN RUN FOR ROGERS HOUSE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students - Earn your volunteer hours! June 6th, 2009. Choose from several opportunities:
Delivery of posters and brochures to Barrhaven businesses - April 1st- 30th !
Event Day morning site set up
Event Day evening site tear down
Event Day registration and route assistants
CONTACT: Andrea Steenbakkers, Barrhaven Business Improvement Area, execdirector@barrhavenbia.ca, 613-825-8242 (Apr 24)

YEAR – END FASHION SHOW (TORONTO): On Monday, April 27, 2009 at the George Brown School of Fashion Studies. We promise you an exciting showing of our best 100+ student outfits at the historic Design Exchange, presented on the Trading Room Floor. The show will also feature make-up from our Yorkville School, student models and jewellery. Orders can be placed on hold now by calling Admin. Assistant Sue Ascenzi at 416 415-5000 extension 4840, or by email: sascenzi@georgebrown.ca. Tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis and entry will commence at 1:30 pm for the 2 pm show. Additional info about the show at: cjeffrey@georgebrown.ca. To access info on the Design Exchange venue, please visit: www.dx.org (Apr 24)

ART STUDENT NEEDED: A local resident is looking for an art student who could paint "scenes" on his fence. Please contact Aelian Weerasooriya at 613 825-8905. His address is 24 Colindale Avenue off Berrigan. (May 29)

BABYSITTER NEEDED: Looking for an occasional babysitter for two children (a 5 year old boy and a 3 year old girl). Family lives behind Farm Boy. Please call Danielle at 613 440-5804. (Apr 30)

GRAD

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)

PROM TICKETS: Prom tickets will be on sale this week on Thursday April 16th and Friday April 17th. Next week ticket sales will be on Tuesday April 21st and Thursday April 23rd. This year’s prom is at the National Arts Centre, the theme is Old Hollywood and it is the "do not miss event of the year"! Tickets are $75.00 and payment by cash or cheque is acceptable. All ticket sales will be at lunch in Room 209. Please see Ms. Pipkins or Ms. Rivington if you have questions. (Apr 23)

ALL GRADUATES: Please pick up your baby pictures from Student Services as soon as possible. (Apr 30)

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