MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, March 30, 2015

Day 1 - HS & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Just a reminder to all that Wednesday, April 1st is an Early Dismissal for ALL STUDENTS due to High School Parent Teacher Interviews (dismissed at 1:50). Our online teacher booking schedule will open for registration on Friday, March 27th at 4:00pm. (MR April 10)

Mother Teresa App!!Now that we have your attention, if you are the owner of any Apple Device and want quick easy access to these announcements, then go to your iTunes account or the link on mths.ca and download the MOTHER TERESA APP Today!!!!! (KZ April 20)

SchoolCashOnline: Our adoption rate has been climbing since we launched on October 31, 2014. Thank you to all of the families who have already registered!!  Remember, online payments are quick and easy.  There's no waiting for your cheque to be processed...BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! If you need a refund, they can be done right away without a trip to the bank!!  So, if you haven't registered, check it out at www.mths.ca, click on the schoolcash online link on the left hand side and register today! Don't forget to attach your child to your account so that every time an activity comes up, you will receive an email notification!! Then all you have to do is go to the account and pay!  Seriously, it's that easy!!! (KZ June 26)

LEGO donations: We are looking for donations of LEGO bricks and/or sets for our new grade 7/8 club.

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

The 7/8 girls final hockey team roster will be posted this morning outside of Mr. Quinn's office.  There will also be a brief meeting at the beginning of lunch for those who made the team outside of Mr. Quinn's office.  Thanks to everyone who came out and participated during the exhibition games.  It made our final decision very difficult. (TQ March 30)

7-8 School Play Schedule:

Monday March 30th- 3-4pm Scenes 2,3,4,5

Thursday April 2nd- 3-4pm Scenes 6,7,8,9

Wednesday April 8th- 3-4pm Scenes 1,2,3,4,5

Thursday April 9th- 3-4pm Scenes 6,7,8,9

All rehearsals are mandatory. Please advise Mme Beraldin if you cannot attend. (JB April 9)

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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Spring Football: There will be a meeting on Wednesday, April 1 at the beginning of lunch in room 119 for any grade 9 or 10 student interested in playing football this Spring. (AC April 1)

Debate - Just a reminder that the Debate club/team meets after school in Rm 138 on Mondays.  We are always looking for new members.  Drop in!  You are always welcome. (JS March 30)

STUDENT SERVICES


The STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE at ss.mths.ca is set up as an information tool, including information about: Community Service Hours Opportunities, Courses, Careers, Graduation, Scholarships, etc.

Urgent request for clean and dry milk bags. Please drop off to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services anytime between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm. Thank you.  Your support is greatly appreciated.

Nominations are now open and accepted online until 5pm on April 17, 2015 for the 2015 Youth Ottawa Spirit of the Capital Youth Awards taking place this June 4, 2015.  Winners receive a bursary ($1,000 for winners and $250 for runner-ups to be used for advancement of academics or social enterprise in line with the values of Youth Ottawa). For more information, email info@youthottawa.ca or visit www.spiritawards.ca

Mandarin MS Walk: Sunday, April 26th, 2015, Jean Talon Building, 170 Tunney's Pasture Driveway.  Volunteers requested. For more information, please contact Michelle Davis at 613-728-1583 ex 3323 or info.ottawa@mssociety.ca (KW Apr. 26)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

April is fast approaching and the Canadian Cancer Society is looking for students to help with daffodil pin sales over the weekends of Apr 10th-12th and April 17th-19th.  Locations are available across the city and students can chose a time and location of their choice at www.ottawa.myccsschedule.ca .   All students who volunteer will have their name entered into a draw to win an iPad. (KW April 19)

Waupoos Family Farm "The Waupoos Foundation is a Christ-centred community integrating prayer, work and play in our activities, while providing vacations and the experience of community to families in need." www.waupoos.com

Summer Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities for Students: Application Deadline for Positions: April 17, 2015

Summer Volunteer Opportunities: Assist with programming, cottage clean-up, laundry, animal care, gardening, weeding, painting, crafts, outdoor games etc. Mondays to Saturdays available. Summer volunteers are encouraged to participate one day per week, for 6 to 8 weeks. Interview and police check required. Must be a minimum of 14 years to apply as a volunteer. (KW April 17)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

DELF B2 Certification:  Any students wising to challenge the DELF B2 exam are asked to obtain a permission form from room 314.  The listening, reading, and writing components of the exam will be held at Mother Teresa H.S. on May 11.  The speaking component will take place on May 12 at the Derry Byrne Teacher Resource Centre (165 Knoxdale Rd).  Students are responsible for their transportation to and from Derry Byrne.  There is a $30 cost, which covers administrative fees charged by the DELF Administrative Center.  Cheques are to be made payable to the Ottawa Catholic School Board.  Each school may send 7 students to challenge the DELF.  The spaces for Mother Teresa H.S. will be assigned on a first come first served basis.  Students will be placed on the list when they bring their completed permission form and check to room 314. (SL May 12)

Prom will be held at the Sala San Marco on Preston Street on Friday May 29th from 5:30-11:00 pm. Grade 12 students are asked to sign into my.mths.ca and register their intent to attend, indicate food allergies, table preference, guest information (non-MT student) as well as vote for Prom King and Queen. At this time, each grade 12 student is allowed to purchase 1 ticket only. This can be done anytime online. During the week of April 6-10, tickets may be purchased in person at lunch, at which time guest tickets may also be purchased from your child's respective Vice-Principal and will require payment by cheque or cash ($80). (KZ Apr. 10)

Are you looking to attend a US college or university?  Pre-registration at USCOLLEGEEXPO.COM.

Ottawa, Wednesday, April 15, 2015, 6pm - 9pm at the National Art Centre. Free admission. For more information, see info@uscollegeexpo.com (KW April 15)

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

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