Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - 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
HEY TITANS! Student Council has one last surprise for you before the end of the school year. This week is a spirit week! Monday is hoedown/western day, Tuesday is Titan Pride day (or blue day), Wednesday is holiday day, Thursday is #Throwback Thursday (dress for any decade) and Friday is a PD day!! The dress code will still be in effect for these days. Let's show off our school spirit and celebrate the end of the year! (EB –Jun 6)
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)
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS 
GIRLS' SOFTBALL: Try-outs will be held on Monday, June 3rd and Wednesday June 5th from 3 to 4. (KS –Jun 5)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK! BIG BANG THEORY PARTIES IN THE LEARNING COMMONS! June 5 and 6 during HS lunches. Sign up in the Learning Commons-35 spaces for each day. Bring your lunch, spectators welcome. (CHV –Jun6)
HIGH 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)
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/
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)
BEAUTIFUL 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)
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)
GRADE 12’s / GRADS 
FOR THE LATEST GRAD AND PROM INFORMATION, CHECK THE STUDENT SERVICES GRAD WEBPAGE:
GRADUATION 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)
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.
STAFF 
JEANS DAY: A reminder that Thursday June 6th is Jeans Day. This week our contributions will go toward raising money and awareness for a national cord blood bank. (SD –Jun 6)
COMMUNITY CORNER 
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)
COMING 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.
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)