Monday, June 10, 2013
Day 1 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8
God doesn't require us to succeed; he only requires that you try. ~ Mother Teresa
A CATHOLIC GRADUATE IS… A discerning believer, an effective communicator, a holistic thinker, a self directed life-long learner, a collaborative contributor, a caring family member, and a responsible citizen. (Jun 20)
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PLEASE CLEAR ALL LIBRARY FINES AND ITEMS NEEDING TO BE RETURNED: As the year winds down, please remember to return all library books by the due date. Fines must be paid before the end of the school year. (CHV –Jun 21)
FREE GOODLIFE MEMBERSHIPS FOR STUDENTS: Youth ages 12 -17 can enjoy a free Goodlife membership during July and August. Check out the information and registration at http://www.goodlifefitness.com/TeenFitness/. (CHV – Jun 21)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHOIR MEMBERS - PIZZA PARTY on Thursday, June 13 at lunch. Members must see Ms. Soprovich in room 205 at lunch on Tuesday, June 11 to pick type of pizza and drink, and hand in $5. Drinks will be provided. (SS –Jun 11)
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP NEXT YEAR TO TAKE BUSINESS LEADERSHIP BOH4M? Will you be volunteering to lead one of the exciting new projects? If so, please see the information board outside room 216 for an AMAZING opportunity to observe a corporate fundraiser in action, network with successful business leaders, and scope out ideas for next year! (SM –Jun 13)
STUDENT SERVICES
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/
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT ST. LUKE YEAR END DANCE: There is a volunteer opportunity for Friday June 14th at St. Luke's. We will be having the end of the year dance and are looking for students to help out from 4:30-9:30. Please email stlukevolunteers@gmail.com for more information or to sign up. (ER –Jun 13)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MPB YEAR END PARTY: Looking for volunteers for the end of the year party at Msgr. Paul Baxter to take place on Friday, June 14th. Require volunteers from 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Please contact kerryhv@gmail.com. (KW –Jun13)
CHILD SUPERVISION REQUIRED FOR 15 DAYS THIS SUMMER: Babysitting certificate preferred. Location is across from St. Luke’s school. Negotiable rate. Dates needed: June 24 – 27, July 8 - 11, 22 – 25, and August 6 – 8. Call 613-702-6563 if you are interested. (KW –June 19)
GRADE 12’s / GRADS
FOR THE LATEST GRAD AND PROM INFORMATION, CHECK THE STUDENT SERVICES GRAD WEBPAGE:
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 **CORRECTION** Tuesday July 2. For info and application visit carleton.ca/esp. (JH –Jun 20)
COMMENCEMENT FOR GRADS: The commencement ceremony takes place on Thursday, June 27th in the cafetorium at MTHS. Students can pick up their cap & gown from the tuck shop beginning at 10:00am. This provides the opportunity for family photos. Students must meet in the wood floor gymnasium by12:00pm. Doors to the cafetorium will be open, for parent seating, at 12:15pm. Guests must have a ticket to attend the ceremony. The gown and stole must be returned to the tuck shop after the ceremony, at which time the students are given their diplomas. (JH -21 Jun)
PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY:
· St. Andrew’s Parish: For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.
- St. Monica’s Parish: For information please visit www.st-monica.com
- St. Patrick’s Fallowfield: For information please visit www.stpatricks.nepean.on.ca
AT 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)
- 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.
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)