Monday, October 3, 2011

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

 

~ Thought for the Week ~

I do not pray for success, I ask for faithfulness.~ Mother Teresa

 

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOOKING FOR INFO, AND A REMINDER TO ALL STUDENTS:  If anyone has information on a laptop that went missing from a student locker on Wednesday September 29th, please come to the main office.  Students are reminded that any electronic items of value should be left at home, or if brought to school, should be kept with the student, and NOT left in lockers.  (JP -Oct 3)

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED FOR MASSES THIS WEEK: Interested student please see Martha in the Chapel. (MD – Oct. 4)

clip_image002POP TABS FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE: Beginning on Monday October 3 our school will be collecting pop can tabs for Ronald MacDonald House.  Every pound of tabs equals approximately $3.00 and the money pays for a child and parent to stay at Ronald MacDonald house while the child is receiving treatment at CHEO.  Watch for the pop can tab signs and please remember to donate. (MD –Oct 6) 

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GRADE 8 TEACHERS – SKILLS CANADA: There will be a SKILLS CANADA presentation on MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 for Grade 8 students. Skills Presentation will be in the school library and should take 1 class period.  Please be on time.

Period 1: 8-01, 8-02, 8-03, 8-04, 8-05.  English presentation in the library.

Period 2: 8-06,  8-07, 8-08, 8-09.  French presentation in the library.

Students do not need to take any books/materials with them to the library. (TC – Oct 3)

clip_image006DANCE CLUB FOR GRADE 7 & 8 IS JUST ABOUT TO START!

Grade 7 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm (beginning Oct. 4)

Grade 8 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm(beginning Oct. 4)

Space is limited ~ We will only be accepting the first 30 Grade 7 students and the first 30 Grade 8 students with signed permission forms by the due date! Please see Ms Kutkewich for permission form and return the permission form no later than Tuesday October 4th to her in Room 115 (Dance Studio). (CK – Oct 4)

 

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT COUNCIL:  Hey Titans! Do you have ideas? Do you have things to say about our school? Did you want to join Student Council, but just didn't have the time? If you want to share your opinions about everything from spirit days to fundraisers, you can join the Student Council in the library/learning commons on Wednesday, October 5th at high school lunch for an Open Student Council Meeting. Drop by and share your ideas! (NBD – Oct 5)

clip_image008CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING TEAM:  Practices will be everyday this week (Mon-Thurs) after school outside room 117 starting at 3:15.  Practices will also run on Tues, Wed, and Thursday mornings outside room 208.  For morning practices, please be changed and ready to run at 7:30 a.m. If you have any questions Please see Mr. Prigent or Ms. Pipkins. (KP – Oct. 6)

clip_image010 SR.  BOYS VOLLEYBALL:  Monday October 3rd we have a home game against Ridgemount High School. Thursday, October 6th we have a practice after school in the hard wood floor gym.  Wednesday October 12, we are travelling to St Pius and have another away game on Thursday October 13th at Deslaurier High SchoolPractice Monday October 17th in the caf gym after school and home game Tuesday October 18th against Notre Dame. (EM- Oct -18)

clip_image012HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: The FINAL Junior Boys Basketball team try out will take place on Monday, October 3rd from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM in the wood floor gym. Senior Boys Basketball team try outs will continue on Monday, October 3rd 2011 from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM in the wood floor gym.  Any questions or concerns please see Mr. Rowley in Room 136. (MR – Oct 3)

CAPPIES:  Please pick up permission forms for the training day in October, and return them promptly. (JS –Oct 5)

LET JUSTICE FLOW is a social justice and leadership workshop for high school students. It takes place at Waupoos Farm on Friday October 21 to Saturday October 22.  Please see Martha if you are interested in attending. (MD –Oct 11)

CANADIAN FORCES RECRUITMENT:  Any student in Grade 11 or 12 interested in The Canadian Forces are to sign up for an information session. The sign up sheet will be in Student Services. Recruitment Sergeant D. Contini will be presenting in the multi purpose room at a date to be determined. Thank you for your interest. Please see Mrs. O'Sullivan, Mr. Nearing or Mrs. Rennick in the Cooperative Education room for further information. (JR – Oct  14)

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QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION: Wed Oct 5, Period 3. Students interested in this presentation must sign up in Student Services by the end of the day on Tuesday. You will receive an appointment in homeroom on Wed indicating the location of the presentation. (JH – Oct. 5)

RCMP YOUTH ADVISOR COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR YOU! Are you interested in communicating with the RCMP about issues that affect youth? Become part of a year long, on-line forum of youth across Canada. A great opportunity to get involved, have a voice and earn Community Service Hours. Visit deal.org for the application and more info. (JH –Oct 5)

clip_image016URGENT!!  Volunteers are needed for the St. Andrew Parish Grade 2 Parent Sacrament Meeting at Mother Teresa High School (tile floor gym) on Wednesday, October 19th from 6:00pm to approximately 9:00 pm.  There will be a variety of tasks to be performed and you would be assigned with an adult.  Training would be provided during the lunch break on Tuesday, October 18th.  Please contact Janice Pilgrim, Parish Grade School Coordinator, Room 105 by October 5th. (KW –Oct 5)

DRIVER’S ED:  Reminder to those interested in the Driver Education Program to pick up your registration form before October 6th from Student Services.  First class will start October 19th. (KW – Oct 6)

HOCKEY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Another opportunity to gain some community service hours.  Nepean Minor Hockey is looking for volunteers for their Annual Turkey Tournament.  The dates are October 7th to October 10th, 2011.  Need help in the areas of announcers, security and ambassadors.  Please contact Tanya Thompson at 613 823-5702 or via email at tanya_thompson@sympatico.ca (KW – Oct 6)

BABYSITTING COURSE:  Reminder to student ages 11-14 years interested in the babysitting course.  Information leaflet available in Student Services.  Start dates are beginning September 26th. (KW – Oct 6)

clip_image018QUILTS! It's back by popular demand.  Victoria Quilts' representatives will be back to show this year's club members what is involved in tie-ing the quilts.  All those who have signed up are asked to come to a short presentation in the Career Centre on Thursday, October 13th, at 3:30pm. Afterwards, we can create our schedule of meetings and decide how we are going to outdo our competition (other Barrhaven schools).  It's fun, it's relaxing and it's a great opportunity to meet new friends....all the while helping a great cause.  It's also an easy way to get your community service hours.  All are welcome.  Please  see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information.   (KW –Oct 13)

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clip_image022GRADUATING STUDENTS – POLICIES AND DEADLINES:  In the past, it has been the practice of some graduating students to leave their Community Service Hours to the last month of school, thereby jeopardizing their graduation in June.  As a result, the following policies are now in place at Mother Teresa: 

·          PROM: All graduating students must have completed their 40 hours of community service if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  The earlier the better! Hours must be submitted to Student Services by Friday May 11th, 2012.

  • GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Friday June 11, 2012.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (SD –Oct 14)

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COMING UP…

  • October 5th – Opening Liturgies
  • October 5th – 6th - HepB, Menacta and HPV immunizations for Grade 7 & 8 Students
  • October 7th – PD Day – No classes for all students
  • October 10th – Thanksgiving Day
  • October 11th – Photo Retake Day


clip_image029~For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

 

 

(+ denotes updated announcements)

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Friday, September 30, 2011

                                                          

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

 

~ Thought for the Week ~

Each one of them is Jesus in disguise. ~ Mother Teresa

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image002NEED SIREN MATERIAL??  Great Reads At Great Prices! Check out the latest Teen Read flyer this month at www.scholastic.clubs. It is all about sequels including:  Forever - the final book in the Shiver Trilogy; The Power of Six by Pittacus Lore is the sequel to I Am Number Four; pre-order Diary of a Wimpy kid #6; Torn by Margaret Peterson; Haddix is the fourth book in The Missing Series;  Uncommon Criminals by Ally Carter.  Order forms are available in the library/learning commons and orders are due Friday, September 30.  (Make cheques out to Mother Teresa High School). (CHV –Sep 30)

LOOKING FOR INFO, AND A REMINDER TO ALL STUDENTS:  If anyone has information on a laptop that went missing from a student locker on Wednesday September 29th, please come to the main office.  Students are reminded that any electronic items of value should be left at home, or if brought to school, should be kept with the student, and NOT left in lockers.  (JP -Oct 3)

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED FOR MASSES THIS WEEK: Interested student please see Martha in the Chapel. (MD – Oct. 4)

clip_image004POP TABS FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE: Beginning on Monday October 3 our school will be collecting pop can tabs for Ronald MacDonald House.  Every pound of tabs equals approximately $3.00 and the money pays for a child and parent to stay at Ronald MacDonald house while the child is receiving treatment at CHEO.  Watch for the pop can tab signs and please remember to donate. (MD –Oct 6)

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clip_image008GRADE 7 & 8 BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Attention all Grade 7/8 Boys: There will be a brief meeting for those interested in playing volleyball this year in room 234 on Friday at the start of lunch. Please see Mr. Sweeney if you cannot attend.  (SS – Sept 30)

GRADE 8 TEACHERS – SKILLS CANADA: There will be a SKILLS CANADA presentation on MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 for Grade 8 students. Skills Presentation will be in the school library and should take 1 class period.  Please be on time.

Period 1: 8-01, 8-02, 8-03, 8-04, 8-05.  English presentation in the library.

Period 2: 8-06,  8-07, 8-08, 8-09.  French presentation in the library.

Students do not need to take any books/materials with them to the library. (TC – Oct 3)

clip_image010DANCE CLUB FOR GRADE 7 & 8 IS JUST ABOUT TO START!

Grade 7 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm (beginning Oct. 4)

Grade 8 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm(beginning Oct. 4)

Space is limited ~ We will only be accepting the first 30 Grade 7 students and the first 30 Grade 8 students with signed permission forms by the due date! Please see Ms Kutkewich for permission form and return the permission form no later than Tuesday October 4th to her in Room 115 (Dance Studio). (CK – Oct 4)

 

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

CURLING MEETING:  If anyone missed the curling meeting yesterday and are still interested in being on the MT's curling team, not to worry!! Please see Miss Kutkewich in the dance studio Friday September 30, 2011 @ 11:30am for a brief but important meeting!  Hope to see you there!  (CK – Sept 30)

clip_image012CROSS COUNTRY TEAM: Cross country team after school practices - 3km, 5km, or 7 km practice runs Tuesday, Thursday and Friday this week - be changed and ready to run by 3:15 - meet outside room 117. See Mr. Prigent or Ms. Pipkins if you have any questions. (DP –Sep 30)

H.S. INTRAMURAL HELPERS:  All HS students who expressed an interest in helping with HS intramurals at lunch must attend an important meeting on Friday in Student Services at 11:30.  (MC – Sept. 30)

MANGA:  Meeting in Rm 138 at lunch on Friday. (JS –Sep 30)

REMINDER TO ALL CO-OP STUDENTS: Friday September 30, 2011 is a Co-op Integration Day!  Students should go to the computer lab for their morning or afternoon session. Mrs. O'Sullivan's students should go to the computer lab on the third floor (room 318) and Mr. Nearing's students should go to the computer lab on the second floor (room 213). Please bring any assignments that are due. (MO –Sep 30)

clip_image013 SR.  BOYS VOLLEYBALL:  Monday October 3rd we have a home game against Ridgemount High School. Thursday, October 6th we have a practice after school in the hard wood floor gym.  Wednesday October 12, we are travelling to St Pius and have another away game on Thursday October 13th at Deslaurier High SchoolPractice Monday October 17th in the caf gym after school and home game Tuesday October 18th against Notre Dame. (EM- Oct -18)

clip_image015HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: The FINAL Junior Boys Basketball team try out will take place on Monday, October 3rd from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM in the wood floor gym. Senior Boys Basketball team try outs will continue on Monday, October 3rd 2011 from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM in the wood floor gym.  Any questions or concerns please see Mr. Rowley in Room 136. (MR – Oct 3)

clip_image017WRITING CONTESTS: Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for information regarding TWO writing contests: Remembrance Day Literary Contest and the Poetry Contest run by Young Writers of Canada. (JS –Sep 30)

clip_image019NEW YORK CITY 2012: Students who took information packages and permission forms are reminded to return the permission form and the deposit by September 30 at the latest.  This is a very strict timeline.  48 students are needed to run the trip. (JS –Sep 30)

CAPPIES:  Please pick up permission forms for the training day in October, and return them promptly. (JS –Oct 5)

LET JUSTICE FLOW is a social justice and leadership workshop for high school students. It takes place at Waupoos Farm on Friday October 21 to Saturday October 22.  Please see Martha if you are interested in attending. (MD –Oct 11)

CANADIAN FORCES RECRUITMENT:  Any student in Grade 11 or 12 interested in The Canadian Forces are to sign up for an information session. The sign up sheet will be in Student Services. Recruitment Sergeant D. Contini will be presenting in the multi purpose room at a date to be determined. Thank you for your interest. Please see Mrs. O'Sullivan, Mr. Nearing or Mrs. Rennick in the Cooperative Education room for further information. (JR – Oct  14)

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clip_image023VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

  • Students needed to help hand out balloons at the Metcalfe Fair on Saturday October 1 and Sunday October 2. If you are interested in participating, please contact Lena Hillock, by sending her an email at lenahillock@rogers.com. (KW –Sep 30)

clip_image025VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Check out www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth, a new website geared towards students volunteering in the Ottawa area and accumulating their 40 hours. Click the GO! Volunteer tab to search for Volunteer opportunities.  There are numerous volunteer opportunities during the school year.  At times, there are too many to post in the written announcements. We ask that you make it a habit to stop in to Student Services and check out what is available. (JH –Sep 30)

RCMP YOUTH ADVISOR COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR YOU! Are you interested in communicating with the RCMP about issues that affect youth? Become part of a year long, on-line forum of youth across Canada. A great opportunity to get involved, have a voice and earn Community Service Hours. Visit deal.org for the application and more info. (JH –Oct 5)

clip_image027URGENT!!  Volunteers are needed for the St. Andrew Parish Grade 2 Parent Sacrament Meeting at Mother Teresa High School (tile floor gym) on Wednesday, October 19th from 6:00pm to approximately 9:00 pm.  There will be a variety of tasks to be performed and you would be assigned with an adult.  Training would be provided during the lunch break on Tuesday, October 18th.  Please contact Janice Pilgrim, Parish Grade School Coordinator, Room 105 by October 5th. (KW –Oct 5)

DRIVER’S ED:  Reminder to those interested in the Driver Education Program to pick up your registration form before October 6th from Student Services.  First class will start October 19th. (KW – Oct 6)

HOCKEY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Another opportunity to gain some community service hours.  Nepean Minor Hockey is looking for volunteers for their Annual Turkey Tournament.  The dates are October 7th to October 10th, 2011.  Need help in the areas of announcers, security and ambassadors.  Please contact Tanya Thompson at 613 823-5702 or via email at tanya_thompson@sympatico.ca (KW – Oct 6)

BABYSITTING COURSE:  Reminder to student ages 11-14 years interested in the babysitting course.  Information leaflet available in Student Services.  Start dates are beginning September 26th. (KW – Oct 6)

clip_image029QUILTS! It's back by popular demand.  Victoria Quilts' representatives will be back to show this year's club members what is involved in tie-ing the quilts.  All those who have signed up are asked to come to a short presentation in the Career Centre on Thursday, October 13th, at 3:30pm. Afterwards, we can create our schedule of meetings and decide how we are going to outdo our competition (other Barrhaven schools).  It's fun, it's relaxing and it's a great opportunity to meet new friends....all the while helping a great cause.  It's also an easy way to get your community service hours.  All are welcome.  Please  see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information.   (KW –Oct 13)

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clip_image033GRADUATING STUDENTS – POLICIES AND DEADLINES:  In the past, it has been the practice of some graduating students to leave their Community Service Hours to the last month of school, thereby jeopardizing their graduation in June.  As a result, the following policies are now in place at Mother Teresa: 

·          PROM: All graduating students must have completed their 40 hours of community service if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  The earlier the better! Hours must be submitted to Student Services by Friday May 11th, 2012.

  • GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Friday June 11, 2012.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (SD –Oct 14)

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clip_image037JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday Sep 30th is Jeans Day.  This week our contributions will go towards helping Mark Lacroix  raise money for cancer.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Sep 30)

 

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clip_image040COMING UP…

  • October 5th – Opening Liturgies
  • October 5th – 6th - HepB, Menacta and HPV immunizations for Grade 7 & 8 Students
  • October 7th – PD Day – No classes for all students
  • October 10th – Thanksgiving Day
  • October 11th – Photo Retake Day


clip_image042~For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

 

(+ denotes updated announcements)

 

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Thursday, September 29, 2011

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

 

~ Thought for the Week ~

Each one of them is Jesus in disguise. ~ Mother Teresa

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image002NEED SIREN MATERIAL??  Great Reads At Great Prices! Check out the latest Teen Read flyer this month at www.scholastic.clubs. It is all about sequels including:  Forever - the final book in the Shiver Trilogy; The Power of Six by Pittacus Lore is the sequel to I Am Number Four; pre-order Diary of a Wimpy kid #6; Torn by Margaret Peterson; Haddix is the fourth book in The Missing Series;  Uncommon Criminals by Ally Carter.  Order forms are available in the library/learning commons and orders are due Friday, September 30.  (Make cheques out to Mother Teresa High School). (CHV –Sep 30)

clip_image004POP TABS FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE: Beginning on Monday October 3 our school will be collecting pop can tabs for Ronald MacDonald House.  Every pound of tabs equals approximately $3.00 and the money pays for a child and parent to stay at Ronald MacDonald house while the child is receiving treatment at CHEO.  Watch for the pop can tab signs and please remember to donate. (MD –Oct 6)

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clip_image0087/8 CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS!! - You are reminded to get all of your necessary belongings, and come down to the atrium immediately after 2nd period today.  The bus will be leaving at 10:45 am.  (MM – Sept 29)

ACTS (A CHANCE TO SERVE) is an opportunity for students in grades 7 & 8 to learn how to become an agent of change in our community. What does this mean?  Come and find out on Thursday September 29 at the beginning of lunch in the chapel.  (MD –Sep 29)

clip_image010REACH FOR THE TOP: Grade 7/8 students bring your lunch to Room 235 at the beginning of lunch on Thursday, September 29, and be ready to play! New members are always welcome! (TC –Sep 29)

clip_image012GRADE 7 & 8 BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Attention all Grade 7/8 Boys: There will be a brief meeting for those interested in playing volleyball this year in room 234 on Friday at the start of lunch. Please see Mr. Sweeney if you cannot attend.  (SS – Sept 30)

GRADE 8 TEACHERS – SKILLS CANADA: There will be a SKILLS CANADA presentation on MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 for Grade 8 students. Skills Presentation will be in the school library and should take 1 class period.  Please be on time.

Period 1: 8-01, 8-02, 8-03, 8-04, 8-05.  English presentation in the library.

Period 2: 8-06,  8-07, 8-08, 8-09.  French presentation in the library.

Students do not need to take any books/materials with them to the library. (TC – Oct 3)

clip_image014DANCE CLUB FOR GRADE 7 & 8 IS JUST ABOUT TO START!

Grade 7 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm (beginning Oct. 4)

Grade 8 practices: Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 pm(beginning Oct. 4)

Space is limited ~ We will only be accepting the first 30 Grade 7 students and the first 30 Grade 8 students with signed permission forms by the due date! Please see Ms Kutkewich for permission form and return the permission form no later than Tuesday October 4th to her in Room 115 (Dance Studio). (CK – Oct 4)

 

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image016S.A.A.E. (pronounced "SAY") = STUDENTS AGAINST THE AXIS OF EVIL: Are you interested in using your powers for the Good? Sending strong messages to government and other powers that be about justice in our world?  Then this is the team for you.  Bring your superhero minds and imaginations to the chapel on Thursday September 29 at the beginning of Lunch. Remember, heroes are never late! (MD –Sep 29)

clip_image018CROSS COUNTRY TEAM: Cross country team after school practices - 3km, 5km, or 7 km practice runs Tuesday, Thursday and Friday this week - be changed and ready to run by 3:15 - meet outside room 117. See Mr. Prigent or Ms. Pipkins if you have any questions. (DP –Sep 30)

H.S. INTRAMURAL HELPERS:  All HS students who expressed an interest in helping with HS intramurals at lunch must attend an important meeting on Friday in Student Services at 11:30.  (MC – Sept. 30)

MANGA:  Meeting in Rm 138 at lunch on Friday. (JS –Sep 30)

REMINDER TO ALL CO-OP STUDENTS: Friday September 30, 2011 is a Co-op Integration Day!  Students should go to the computer lab for their morning or afternoon session. Mrs. O'Sullivan's students should go to the computer lab on the third floor (room 318) and Mr. Nearing's students should go to the computer lab on the second floor (room 213). Please bring any assignments that are due. (MO –Sep 30)

clip_image020HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL:

  • Junior Boys Basketball Team Tryouts begin Monday night, September 26th from 6:00 - 7:30 PM in the wood floor gym and continue on Tuesday, September 27th and Friday, September 30th at 3:00 - 4:30 PM.  Please see Mr. Rowley if you have any questions or concerns in room 136.
  • Senior Boys Basketball Team Tryouts begin Monday night, September 26th from 7:30 - 9:00 PM in the wood floor gym and continue tentatively on Friday, September 30th at 4:30 - 6:00 PM (depending on football team schedule).  Please see Mr. Rowley if you have any questions or concerns in room 136. (MR –Sep 30)

clip_image022WRITING CONTESTS: Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for information regarding TWO writing contests: Remembrance Day Literary Contest and the Poetry Contest run by Young Writers of Canada. (JS –Sep 30)

clip_image024NEW YORK CITY 2012: Students who took information packages and permission forms are reminded to return the permission form and the deposit by September 30 at the latest.  This is a very strict timeline.  48 students are needed to run the trip. (JS –Sep 30)

CAPPIES:  Please pick up permission forms for the training day in October, and return them promptly. (JS –Oct 5)

LET JUSTICE FLOW is a social justice and leadership workshop for high school students. It takes place at Waupoos Farm on Friday October 21 to Saturday October 22.  Please see Martha if you are interested in attending. (MD –Oct 11)

CANADIAN FORCES RECRUITMENT:  Any student in Grade 11 or 12 interested in The Canadian Forces are to sign up for an information session. The sign up sheet will be in Student Services. Recruitment Sergeant D. Contini will be presenting in the multi purpose room at a date to be determined. Thank you for your interest. Please see Mrs. O'Sullivan, Mr. Nearing or Mrs. Rennick in the Cooperative Education room for further information. (JR – Oct  14)

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clip_image028VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

  • Students needed to help hand out balloons at the Metcalfe Fair on Saturday October 1 and Sunday October 2. If you are interested in participating, please contact Lena Hillock, by sending her an email at lenahillock@rogers.com. (KW –Sep 30)

clip_image030VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Check out www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth, a new website geared towards students volunteering in the Ottawa area and accumulating their 40 hours. Click the GO! Volunteer tab to search for Volunteer opportunities.  There are numerous volunteer opportunities during the school year.  At times, there are too many to post in the written announcements. We ask that you make it a habit to stop in to Student Services and check out what is available. (JH –Sep 30)

RCMP YOUTH ADVISOR COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR YOU! Are you interested in communicating with the RCMP about issues that affect youth? Become part of a year long, on-line forum of youth across Canada. A great opportunity to get involved, have a voice and earn Community Service Hours. Visit deal.org for the application and more info. (JH –Oct 5)

clip_image032URGENT!!  Volunteers are needed for the St. Andrew Parish Grade 2 Parent Sacrament Meeting at Mother Teresa High School (tile floor gym) on Wednesday, October 19th from 6:00pm to approximately 9:00 pm.  There will be a variety of tasks to be performed and you would be assigned with an adult.  Training would be provided during the lunch break on Tuesday, October 18th.  Please contact Janice Pilgrim, Parish Grade School Coordinator, Room 105 by October 5th. (KW –Oct 5)

DRIVER’S ED:  Reminder to those interested in the Driver Education Program to pick up your registration form before October 6th from Student Services.  First class will start October 19th. (KW – Oct 6)

HOCKEY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Another opportunity to gain some community service hours.  Nepean Minor Hockey is looking for volunteers for their Annual Turkey Tournament.  The dates are October 7th to October 10th, 2011.  Need help in the areas of announcers, security and ambassadors.  Please contact Tanya Thompson at 613 823-5702 or via email at tanya_thompson@sympatico.ca (KW – Oct 6)

BABYSITTING COURSE:  Reminder to student ages 11-14 years interested in the babysitting course.  Information leaflet available in Student Services.  Start dates are beginning September 26th. (KW – Oct 6)

clip_image034QUILTS! It's back by popular demand.  Victoria Quilts' representatives will be back to show this year's club members what is involved in tie-ing the quilts.  All those who have signed up are asked to come to a short presentation in the Career Centre on Thursday, October 13th, at 3:30pm. Afterwards, we can create our schedule of meetings and decide how we are going to outdo our competition (other Barrhaven schools).  It's fun, it's relaxing and it's a great opportunity to meet new friends....all the while helping a great cause.  It's also an easy way to get your community service hours.  All are welcome.  Please  see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information.   (KW –Oct 13) 

GRADS clip_image036

clip_image038GRADUATING STUDENTS – POLICIES AND DEADLINES:  In the past, it has been the practice of some graduating students to leave their Community Service Hours to the last month of school, thereby jeopardizing their graduation in June.  As a result, the following policies are now in place at Mother Teresa: 

·          PROM: All graduating students must have completed their 40 hours of community service if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  The earlier the better! Hours must be submitted to Student Services by Friday May 11th, 2012.

  • GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Friday June 11, 2012.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (SD –Oct 14)

STAFF clip_image040

clip_image042JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday Sep 30th is Jeans Day.  This week our contributions will go towards helping Mark Lacroix  raise money for cancer.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Sep 30) 

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clip_image045COMING UP…

  • October 5th – Opening Liturgies
  • October 5th – 6th - HepB, Menacta and HPV immunizations for Grade 7 & 8 Students
  • October 7th – PD Day – No classes for all students
  • October 10th – Thanksgiving Day
  • October 11th – Photo Retake Day

clip_image047~For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca. 

(+ denotes updated announcements) 

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