MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
“SEEK JUSTICE
LOVE KINDNESS & MERCY
WALK HUMBLY WITH GOD”
Monday, September 23, 2019
WHOLE SCHOOL
Orange Shirt Day: Next Monday, September 30th is Orange Shirt Day. All staff and students are asked to wear an orange shirt to declare that 'Every Child Matters". On this day we pay attention to the painful legacy of the Indian Residential Schools system, we honour those who are on the path of healing and we recommit ourselves to reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. ( LD Sept 30 )
For those interested in Enrichment Opportunities available in our local community, please visit: https://engineering.uottawa.ca/outreach-programs/clubs-for-teens
Did you know that you can already order your yearbook for 2019-2020? Why wait when you can do it now through school cash online. Get it out of the way and buy yours today! (TM Sept.27)
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Junior and Senior Boys' Basketball Teams TryOuts:
Junior Boys' (Grade 9/10) Dates:
Tuesday, October 1st 2019 at 4:30 PM
Friday, October 4th 2019 at 3:00 PM
Monday, October 7th 2019 at 4:30 PM (if necessary)
If you have any questions see Mr. Rowley in Room 136.
Grade 7 and 8 students are invited to join the lunchtime club called the Beyond Hate Alliance. The Beyond Hate Alliance is a club for those who want to create safer spaces for and celebration of LGBTQ+ students here at SMT. We meet on Thursdays at the beginning of lunch in Mr. Connor’s room (333). If you are Beyond Hate, come join the BHA. (LD Sept.19)
The Learning Commons lunch passes are now available to sign out. Please stop at the Learning Commons' main desk, before 8:35am, and sign out your lunch pass. (NBD Sept. 20)
- Grade 7: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- Grade 8: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senior Boys' (Grade 11/12) Dates:
Wednesday, September 25th 2019 at 4:30 PM
Monday, September 30th 2019 at 4:30 PM
If you have any questions see Mr. Rowley in Room 136.
This a reminder for all High School Cross Country athletes that team fees need to be paid by Friday September 27, 2019. Also, there is an important information meeting for ALL athletes on Monday after school regarding Wednesday's Meet. Please meet in the atrium. ( MG Sept 27 )
Driver Education Program - Fall 2019 - registration forms have arrived in Student Services. Registration runs until October 5th. Students must be at least 16 years of age and have as G1 license prior to October 21st. Fee is $705.12 ( KW )
Are you interested in theatre? Enjoy writing? Consider joining the SMT Cappies critic team! Critics will be trained in how to write theatre reviews, have the opportunity to see local high school productions and possibly have their reviews published in the Ottawa Citizen. To join the team, or to get more information, come to a meeting at lunch on Monday, September 23rd in room 134. (SG Sept. 23)
H.S. Varsity Non Contact Hockey try-outs will begin next week. All high school players that are currently playing Competitive B or lower, are eligible to play non-contact. Full hockey equipment is mandatory. Please see Mr. Gervasi or Mr. Helman with any questions. (MG Oct.1)
Thursday September 26th 3-4 @ Sportsplex Yzerman Arena
Tuesday October 1st from 3-4 @ Sportsplex Yzerman Arena
Team Practice Thursday October 3rd from 3-4 @ Walter Baker "A" Arena
Eco Club: Meeting is today (Thursday, September 19th) during High School lunch in room 209. See Mrs. Pari if you have any questions. (AP Sept. 19)
ATTENTION High School Ultimate Frisbee Players: The 7/8 Ultimate Frisbee Tournament (September 26th in the afternoon) is in need of high school referees. If you are interested please see Ms. Brennan in room 233. (KB Sept. 26)
Want to go to Costa Rica in March? This exciting trip is almost full! Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime to see manatees, howler & spider monkeys and giant iguanas in their natural habitats! We will also be visiting the beautiful Arenal Hot Springs and enjoying an Aerial Tram ride over the rainforest of Tortuguera! For more information, visit www.explorica.ca/Brownrigg-3024 When registering online, use the voucher code 75off2020 to save $75 until October 31st! Check out this video showing some of the amazing things you will experience https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=CacI08DHm3E Information packages and permission forms can also be found outside room 203. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brownrigg (rm 203) or Mrs. Sinclair (rm 211). (LB Oct. 31)
Calling all high school students, Shakespeare first-timers and fans alike. Find your voice, build confidence, and hone your public speaking chops by participating in the 26th Shakespeare on the Platform competition, November 6th at 6 PM in the University of Ottawa - Academic Hall.
Explore the seasons of life and the human condition: love, loss, courage, hatred, politics ... in the Bard's brilliant soliloquies and sonnets. Get expert feedback and win some of the $1250 in prize money.
Please see Ms. Simpson in Rm 138 for specifics. (JS Nov. 5)
Student Tutors needed - interested in tutoring a younger student at SMT? Tutors are paid $15/hour or you can earn community service hours. Tutoring takes place from 3:00-4:00 at the school. Please see Mrs. McCarthy in Room 200 to pick up an application form. (KM Sept. 27)
Come with friends and start your own JA (Junior Achievement) Company. Gain valuable leadership, business, communication, and workplace skills plus new friendships in a special chapter of the JA Company program running after school for 15 weeks on Wednesdays beginning September 18th at the Viva retirement residence. Bus tickets and snacks provided. Apply ASAP at http://bit.ly/JA_VIVA. Questions? Pop by room 213 or 216. (SM Sept. 27)
Looking to fulfill your volunteer hours or a paying job? A student from Mrs. Parker’s resource classroom needs a buddy to walk home after school Monday to Friday. Please see Mrs. Parker room #308 for more information. (KP Oct.1)
New York City 2020: Any Grade 11/12 students who are still interested in joining this spring's NYC trip are asked to see Mr. Rowley in Room 136 for information and permission forms. There are a few spots remaining for this coming years trip. Last chance to sign up for the trip is Thursday, September 26, 2019 (MR Sept. 26)
STUDENT SERVICES
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board Fall 2019 Night School Program registration forms have arrived at St. Mother Teresa High School. Registration dates are from Monday, August 26th to Tuesday, September 17th at Registration Office, 440 Albert Street, Room E122B, 9:00am to 4:30pm Forms must be signed by student, parent and guidance counsellor and include student status sheet, proof of citizenship and Status in Canada and proof of address.
GRADE 12’s
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
Looking for Blood Donors - Looking for 13 grade 12s who are or will be 17 by October 3rd to donate blood. The bus will pick you up in the morning and return you by lunch. If interested, please see Ms. Soprovich in room 204 at lunch for more information and the paperwork. (SS Oct. 3)
Calling all Grads!! You can now submit your baby photo and write-up. Please use smtyearbookclass@gmail.com. Your write-up must be no more than 100 characters. (TM Oct.4)
A Liaison Officer from the University of Ottawa will be visiting SMTHS on Thursday, Sept, 19
at lunch time in the Learning Commons to discuss the opportunities available at uOttawa.
Be sure to come by! (LB Sept. 19)
University Visits:
September 24th: 11:25 am, St. Lawrence College, in atrium
October 1st: 11:25 am, Redeemer University, in atrium
October 18th: 8:55 am, Algonquin College presentation, Learning Commons
October 22nd: 8:55 am, Carleton U, presentation, Learning Commons
October 25th: 11:25 am, McMaster University, in atrium
PROM COMMITTEE: Any grade 12 student interested in joining this year's prom committee is invited to please attend a short meeting on Thursday, September 19th. We will meet at 11:30 in room 137. Everyone is welcome! (TE Sept. 19)
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
LF Volunteers. Watson’s Mill in Manotick wants you to join their cast and crew for a truly haunting experience. They need volunteers who will scare our visitors and leave them frightened of things that go bump in the night.
Haunt Night volunteers will be needed for the evenings of October 24, 25, and 26 from 5pm – 10pm.
All time spent as part of our cast and crew can be used towards the 40 hours of community service needed to graduate. Please sign up by emailing programs@watsonsmill.com (KW Oct. 24)
PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY
St. Andrew Parish Christmas & New Year's Mass Schedule: