Thursday, May 30, 2013

                                                          

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

 

God doesn't require us to succeed; he only requires that you try. ~ Mother Teresa

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A CATHOLIC GRADUATE IS… A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting peace, justice and the sacredness of human life. (May 31)

   

 

 

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clip_image008RED MAPLE CLUB: The last meeting before the board wide Red Maple Party is on Thursday, May 30th.  (Tuesday's meeting is cancelled due to the Amazing Race.)  Bring permission forms by Thursday. (CHV –May 30)

clip_image010CALYPSO YEAR-END TRIP: Attention all 7/8 students! Please make sure to bring in your permission form and your payment to your homeroom teacher by Friday, May 31st to guarantee yourself a spot on this trip.  Extra forms can be found on the Mother Teresa Website (NEWS & DOCS Tab, look for FORMS on the right hand side of the page). (JG –May 31)

clip_image012SEMI-FORMAL - GRADE 8 STUDENTS!! The time is almost HERE! Don't miss out on YOUR end of the year SEMI FORMAL on Friday, June 21. Come and celebrate with your friends in style!! Tickets may be purchased during 7/8 lunch starting on Monday, May 27 to Friday, May 31. If you need a new form, they are also available on the website (mths.ca àNEWS & DOCS tab àForms). (TC –May 31)

clip_image0147-8 BOYS SOFTBALL: There will be a tryout Friday May 31 (3-4:30pm) and Tuesday June 4th (3-4:30pm). Please see Mme Beraldin if you cannot attend! (JB –Jun 4)

clip_image0167-8 DRAMA: There will be a dress rehearsal Thursday May 30 from (3-5pm), Monday June 3 (3-5pm).  These are the last practices before the show on Thursday June 6 @ 7:00pm! (JB –Jun 6)

 

 

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

MASS FOR GRADE 9 – 11 STUDENTS: This morning we will have mass for our grade 9 – 11 students, during Period 1.  Please wait for the call down at approximately 9am, before proceeding down to the mass. Seating plan was sent out last week. (SD –May 30)

clip_image018HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC AWARDS BANQUET will be held here at Mother Teresa on Tuesday, June 11th @ 6:30pm (dinner and awards to follow).  Athlete will be able to pick up tickets at the Tuck Shop from Tuesday, June 4 to Thursday, June 6 during lunch. Athletes are reminded that outstanding team fees, athletic fees, uniforms, etc. must be cleared with their coaches or Mr. Liska prior to receiving their ticket. (JL –Jun 6)

 

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The STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE at ss.mths.ca is set up as an information tool.

Includes information about: Courses, Careers, Graduation, Scholarships,etc.

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LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES? 

Check out a great website that posts opportunities throughout the city.  http://volunteerottawa.ca/youth/

clip_image022PICNIC VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Pierre Elliott Trudeau elementary school is looking for volunteers for their school picnic on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from 4pm to 9pm. Please contact Rebecca by email:  optimistar04@gmail.com. (KW –May 31)

MPP LISA MACLEOD'S OFFICE IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS.  This possibility could lead to future employment.  Please contact Anne Cole at:  anne.cole@pc.ola.org  or call 613 823-2116. (KW –May 31)

clip_image024DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM - SUMMER 2013: Students may register either by mailing /dropping off the registration form to the Continuing Education Department (570 West Hunt Club Road), or by having their parents call 613-228-3338 to register with Visa or MasterCard payment. Driver Education Program Registration Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is from May 1st - June 21st. (KW –May 31)

MATH TUTOR NEEDED: LF female math tutor for a Gr 4 student who attends St. Andrew school.  Tutoring 1 night a week to start. Start now until end of school year.  Please contact Shelley at 613 282-6469 and/or see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (KW –Jun 6)

clip_image025BEAUTIFUL WATSON'S MILL IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS THIS SUMMER.  Contact Alex@Watson's Mill for more info.  Watsonsmillmanotick@gmail.com or call 613-692-6455.  Also looking for VOLUNTEERS for SUMMER CAMPS; July 15th-19th; July 29th-August 2nd;August 12th-16th.  Contact Adam @ Watson's Mill for more info.  Watsonsmillmanotick@gmail.com or 613-692-6455.  See posters on Student Services Board in the Atrium. (KW –Jun 6)

IT'S BACK - THE FERRARI FESTIVAL - JUNE 14TH - 16TH.  Need volunteers!  e-mail your name and phone number to:  dharding@magma.ca Subject:  Ferrari Festival.  You will receive more details as your e-mail is received.  David Harding, Volunteer Coordinator; www.fcaottawa.com  See posters on Student Services Bulletin Board in the atrium. (KW –Jun 6)

 

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FOR THE LATEST GRAD AND PROM INFORMATION, CHECK THE STUDENT SERVICES GRAD WEBPAGE:

https://sites.google.com/a/ocsb.ca/teh-student-services-information/home/grade-12-information/graduation-prom-grad-day-info

 

UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS: The deadline to accept an Offer of Admissions to an Ontario University is Monday June 3. If you do not accept by that date your offer could be revoked. (JH –Jun 3)

ESP PROGRAM AT CARLETON UNIVERSITY: For students that do not receive an Offer of Admissions, Carleton provides an opportunity to attend university next year. The Enriched Support Program is designed for students that are just below the cut off average. Deadline to apply is Monday June 3. For info and application visit carleton.ca/esp.  (JH –Jun 3)

clip_image029GRADUATION CEREMONY TICKETS: Please be advised that all students that requested extra Grad tickets will receive the number they have requested. No further tickets are available. Tickets will be available for pick up in Student Services beginning Monday June 10. Tickets are required to enter the Ceremony so it is important not to lose the tickets! (JH –Jun 6)

 

 

 

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clip_image035PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY:

·         St. Andrew’s Parish:  For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

clip_image037AT FIRST SIGHT: PORTRAITS BY YOUNG NEW CANADIANS - PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP AND EXHIBITION: Summer 2013.  Registration Deadline: June 14, 2013. Registration is limited – register as soon as possible! Call the School of the Photographic Arts: Ottawa and indicate you would like to register for At First Sight. The School of the Photographic Arts: Ottawa. 168 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7C4. 613-562-3824. admin@spao.ca.  Requirements:

At First Sight is a workshop for 13-17 year old youth from the New Canadian Community

• You will not need to buy a camera.

• Creativity and curiosity!

• No previous photographic experience necessary! (KZ –Jun 13)

 

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clip_image040COMING UP…. 

  • June 6 – Gr. 7/8 Play

  • June 7 – PD Day (No Classes)

  • June 12-13 – EQAO Math Testing

  • June 20 – Gr 7/8 Calypso Trip

  • June 21 – Gr. 8 Semi Formal

  • June 19 – 24 – HS Exams

  • June 24 – 7/8 Report Cards go home

  • June 26 – last day of classes for Gr. 7/8 students

  • June 27 – HS Graduation at 1 pm.

 

clip_image042 Mother Teresa…   Did you know…??

 

The Catholic Church has begun to move Mother Teresa along the steps toward sainthood, and she was beatified in 2003. Her official title is now Blessed Teresa of Calcutta.  (legacy.com)

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