MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, October 30, 2017
HS Day 2

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

TITANWEAR ORDERING TIME HAS ARRIVED.  If you would like to be the first to wear St. Mother Teresa Titanwear please let your parent know that they can order on line.  The flyer and the link is on the school website under "Our School" at the bottom of the page.  You can come to room 216 any time to try on anything to figure out your size.  Grade 7/8's ..... come on up on your lunch if you like. (LB Nov. 13)

Halloween Spirit Week: 
Monday, October 30th:  Decades Battle of the Grades Day Gr 7. - 1950's, Gr. 8 - 1960's, Gr. 9- 1970's, Gr. 10 - 1980's, Gr. 11 - 1990's, Gr. 12 - 2000's
Tuesday (October 31st) is HALLOWEEN, so wear your costume (no masks or weapons).

St. Mother Teresa String Ensemble: Do you play a string instrument? Would you like to be a part of St. Mother Teresa's new string ensemble? All students grade 7 to 12 are welcome to join. Please see Mr. Card in room 120. (IC Nov. 17)

Looking for Math Enrichment opportunities in our community? If so, Carleton University's Math Enrichment Centre is offering a new course: Math Connections in Arts, Science and Beyond, for Grade 8 to 10 students. Classes will run from Sept. 26, 2017 to April 2018 on Tuesday evenings from 6 - 7:30 PM. Course details and online registration form can be found at: http://carleton.ca/math/math-enrichment-centre/ For more information, please contact the course instructor David Salusbury at: math.connections.beyond@gmail.com

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Learning Commons' clubs have begun, but new members are always welcome. The Makerspace and Red Maple book clubs start at the beginning of the lunch period and students are asked to bring their lunches with them. 
·   The Makerspace club is a fun club that includes crafts, Lego, knitting and so much more. This club will meet on Tuesdays for Grade 7s and Thursdays for Grade 8s. 
·   Our Red Maple book club will meet every Friday at lunch. This year's club will be reading up to 10 Canadian Fiction selections selected specifically for students in grades 7 and 8. The titles have been announced and will be discussed at this week's meeting. 
The Learning Commons lunch passes: Please stop at the Learning Commons' main desk, before 8:35am, and sign out your pass for the day. 
·         Grade 7: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
·         Grade 8: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday


HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HS SWIM TEAM - Any HS students interested in joining the St. Mother Teresa Swim Team are invited to an important information meeting at the beginning of lunch on Friday, November 3rd in room 310. Any questions can be answered by Madame Boily in room 314 or Mr. Coté in room 310. (BB Nov. 3)

SKI SKI SKI - The skiing season will soon be on us and this year we are planning a trip to Smugglers Notch in Vermont. If you are interested in the coming on the trip come to room 103 on Thursday, November 2nd at Lunchtime.  (AP Nov. 2)

SKI TEAM - All those in joining the ski team are invited to a meeting in room 103 on Thursday, November 2nd at lunchtime. No experience is necessary as they have novice races but you must be comfortable on a black run. (AP Nov. 2)

OSAID: Any Grade 9 to 12 students interested in joining OSAID (Ontario Students Agenst Impared Driving) are invited to a meeting on Monday,  October 30th during high school lunch, in portable 2. (SL Oct. 30)

H.S. Sports: Attention all male hockey players in grades 9-12.  This years Varsity Boys’ Hockey Team try-outs are on November 1st (Sportsplex 2 3:30-4:30) and November 2nd(Sportsplex 2 3:30-4:30). 
This is high paced, full contact, OFSAA Division hockey.  Full equipment is mandatory and please have one light and one dark jersey available.  Any questions can be answered by Mr. Gervasi in room 309. (MG Nov. 2)

HS Girls Hockey Tryouts: Any High School girls interested in trying out for the hockey team are invited to the following tryouts. Please get a permission form from room 110 and return it prior to tryouts. See Mr Pelletier if you have any questions.
All sessions are at Minto Rec Complex on the South rink
Wednesday, October 25,  3:30--4:30
Monday, October 30,  3:30--4:30
Monday, November 6,  3:30--4:30
Wednesday, November 8, 3:30--4:30

The Learning Commons' clubs have begun, but new members are always welcome. The Makerspace and White Pine book clubs start at the beginning of the lunch period and students are asked to bring their lunches with them. 
·   The Makerspace club is a fun club that includes crafts, Lego, knitting and so much more. This club will meet every Monday during HS lunch. 
·   Our White Pine book club will meet every Friday at lunch. This year's club will be reading up to 10 Fiction selections selected specifically for students in grades 9-12. The titles have been announced and will be discussed at this week's meeting. 
Dual Credit: Registration is open for semester 2 Dual credit courses at Algonquin College. The deadline to apply is Oct 31st. This is a great opportunity for students in grades 11 and 12, Pop by Student Services to pick up more information about Algonquin College's Dual Credit program. Earn 1 high school credit and 1 college credit at the same time! A variety of courses are being offered: Graphic Design, ECE, Chef Training, Trades Exploration, Career and College Success, Tourism, Canadian Music Industry, Accounting, Political Science, Logical and Critical Thinking, Math for Powerline Technicians and Aboriginal Studies. Visit www.algonquincollege.com/AP/courses/ for more information and course descriptions Applications are due to Mrs Coyle in Student Services by Oct 31st so don't miss this chance to apply for one of these seats! (TC Oct. 31)

Calling all business minded students! … Are you interested in biz department news, biz club news, and opportunities galore?  (business volunteer experience, job fairs for paid jobs, lunch & learns, special in school sales, business competitions, extra seats on field trips, and more!!!! Keep your phone on the pulse of Titans Den by clicking on the link below to join the info group. (For reference, our class code is @3a9cbh.)  https://www.remind.com/join/3a9cbh  Also, if you would like to become an active “member at large” in our club, please meet us each Monday at the start of lunch in room 216! New members are WELCOME!
Calling all business minded students! … Are you interested in biz department news, biz club news, and opportunities galore?  (business volunteer experience, job fairs for paid jobs, lunch & learns, special in school sales, business competitions, extra seats on field trips, and more!!!! Keep your phone on the pulse of Titans Den by clicking on the link below to join the info group. (For reference, our class code is @3a9cbh.)  https://www.remind.com/join/3a9cbh Also, if you would like to become an active “member at large” in our club, please meet us each Monday at the start of lunch in room 216! New members are WELCOME! (SM - 31 Oct)
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.

Memorial University is at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa - East - Orleans - on Monday, October 30th, at 7pm and at the Holiday Inn and Suites, Kanata, on Wednesday, November 1st, at 7pm. (KW Nov. 1)

Looking for student volunteers (video recording and editing, social media; stage assistant, participants).  Youth night for mental health on November 4, 2017 from 7 to 9pm at Barrhaven United Church. The event includes a live concert and messages from mental health advocates, such as Neida Mercedes founder of the Faith and Mind Ministry (FAMM) an interdenominational group dedicated to mental health awareness.  Students may sign in by messaging FAMM (Neida Mercedes) on FB @Faith And Mind Ministry or by texting 613 220 2893. Parents’ consent will be required. (KW-Nov 1)


GRADE 12’s:

Ontario Colleges Application System is now open! Check your student email for the Ontario College Application Information. Deadline to Apply for equal consideration is Feb 1, 2018. (TC Nov. 23)

Grade 12s, don't miss this opportunity to visit Algonquin College on Tuesday, November 7th. We have booked a bus and it will leave SMT at 8:30 and return for afternoon classes. Pick up a permission form in student services and return it ASAP as it is first come, first served. (We will open it up to grade 11 students on Oct 3rd). There is no cost to the student. (TC Nov. 6)

Grad Fees: Payment for Grad fees has not been extended to October 31st.  It is available online for payment or please go to room 130 to see Ms. Chiasson. (DD Oct. 31)

Graduation portraits are taking place Monday, November 13 - November 17, 2017.
Steps to take to book an online appointment:
1. visit bookmygrad.ca
2. Enter school code:  MTH
3. Select sitting type, date and time
Stop by Student Services to pick up your pamphlet.  Check ss.mths.ca for more grad photo information.

Grade 12 students: A representative from Memorial University will be here on November 2nd, at 11:20 am, in the atrium.
Add it to your calendar! (KW Nov.2)

Ontario Universities' Fair (OUF) - The University Information Program is also coming to the Ottawa region the week of October 23rd. See the schedule at http://www.ouf.ca/uip/ottawa-region/ for specific date, time and location.
  
College / University visits to St. Mother Teresa High School:
November 2017:
3rd:  UOIT is in the atrium at 11:25 am
7th:  Brock U is in the atrium at 11:25 am
8th: Lakehead U is in the atrium at 11:25 am
17th: U St. Paul is in the atrium at 11:25 am
24th: U of NB is in the atrium at 11:25 am

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

LF Volunteers: We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to man our kettles at over 35 locations across Ottawa. Our campaign runs from November 23rd to December 23rd, operating every day with the exception of Sundays. All money raised stays in the city of Ottawa to support various programs of the Salvation Army. Evenings and Saturdays are available for those interested in hours. Please note that students over the age of 16 are able to attend the kettle alone, under that age they must be accompanied by an adult. Register online:  www.salvationarmyottawa.ca/kettlevolunteer. (KW Nov. 23)

LF Volunteers: If you are looking to do something in the school at senior lunch time, please consider helping out with the transformation of milk bags into sitting mats in the Career Center just off of Student Services.  Bring your lunch!
Dates available are November 16th, November 23rd and December 14th.   More dates to come in January.
We can only fit 10 people at a time, otherwise, it is too crowded. If interested, please see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services.  (KW Dec. 14)

LF Volunteers: The Nepean Ringette Association is looking for student volunteers to help out at the Nepean Sportsplex and Walter Baker Sports Centre during their tournament days; Thursday, November 16th to Sunday, November 19th, 2017.  Please contact Annu Chopra at tourn_volunteer@nepeanravens.ca

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

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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