MTHS – Daily Announcements

2012-02-15T14:48:00.001-05:00

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

SCHEDULE: Early dismissal at 1:50 pm. (Gr 7 & 8 Parent-Teacher Interview Day)

High School Timetable	Grade 7/8 Timetable
8:40-9:55 Homeroom and Period 1	8:40-8:50 Homeroom
10:00-11:00 Period 2	8:50-9:33 Period 1
11:05-11:45 Lunch	9:35-10:18 Period 2
11:50-12:45 Period 3	10:20-11:03 Period 3
12:50-1:50 Period 4	11:05-11:45 Period 4
	11:45-12:27 Lunch
	12:30-1:09 Period 5
	1:11-1:50 Period 6

Interviews take place from 2:30pm – 5:00pm, and 6:00pm – 7:30 pm.

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

FIRST EVER MOTHER TERESA CAKE WALK: Please start collecting money in your homeroom classes so that your homeroom can participate in our first ever Cake Walk, taking place on Tuesday, February 21^st. Each homeroom must contribute a homemade or store-bought cake in order to participate. The more creative the cake, the better. The last morning to bring in your cash for cake is Tuesday, February 21^st. All proceeds will be shared between the Christmas Outreach Project and the St. Patrick's Day Outreach Project at the Longfields Manor. Mmmmmm....Got cash? Get cake. (KL –Feb 21)

PIZZA: Pizza will be sold Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. $2.00 a slice, supporting this year’s Prom. (NR –Mar 9)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

REMINDER TO GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: All grade 7 & 8 students are reminded that they are expected to remain seated in the cafeteria at lunch, until it is time to go outside. Your co-operation is appreciated. (MC – Feb 17)

7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM TRY-OUTS: The first try-out for the Grade 7 & 8 girls basketball team will be Wednesday, February 22 From 3:10- 4:30. Please make sure to inform your parents if you are staying for the try-out. We will be in the wood Floor gym. (MEA –Feb 22)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

MATCHMAKER: The matchmaker results are in! You can purchase your matches for $2 in the atrium on Tuesday February 14^th, Wednesday February 15^th and Thursday February 16^th. Don't resist, buy your list! (MK –Feb 16)

ALL GRADE 10 AND 11 STUDENTS INTERESTED IN THE ST. ANDREW BIOLOGY TRIP NEXT FALL: Please meet with Ms. Soprovich this Friday February 17^th in room 202 at 11:30, to discuss planning for the trip. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 before school. (SS –Feb 17)

HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE REACH FOR THE TOP TEAM: The practice round on Thursday has been cancelled. There will be a practice Friday Feb. 17th in room 307 at lunch. Attendance is mandatory. (JS –Feb 17)

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC COUNCIL: There will be a meeting for the High school Athletic Council on Friday, Feb. 17 at 11:30 in the Career Center. Please bring your lunch as it will be a working meeting. We are still looking for new members to sit on this council, so all High school students interested are ask to attend this meeting. (MEA –Feb 17)

B.U. GIRLS MEETING: B.U. Girls are meeting on Wednesday in the Chapel at lunch. Last Call! (MD –Feb 22)

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURALS: The next intramural activity will be Indoor Soccer. Divisions will be set for both Male and Female teams. Sign-up sheets and rules are available on the bulletin board outside the wood floor gym. Team sheets are to be returned to Mr. Liska by Wednesday, Feb. 22^nd. (JL –Feb 22)

VARSITY GIRLS FUTSAL: Members of the Mother Teresa Varsity Girls Futsal Team are reminded of the following practice dates... February 16th, 23rd, 29th, March 7th & 20th. Please be dressed and ready to practice from 3-4:30pm in the wood floor gym. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Ms. McSwiggan. EVERYONE is reminded to bring in a $25 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School. (SM –Feb 23)

STUDENT SERVICES

CAMP LAU-REN: A children's residential summer camp located on the shores of the Ottawa River, 10km west of Deep River is currently looking for applicants for employment for the summer of 2012. Positions to be filled include head cook, assistant cook, counsellor, caretaker, and waterfront staff. Application forms for 2012 are available at www.lau-ren.com See more info in Student Services. (KW –Feb 17)

IT'S HERE! DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM! Visit your Student Services Office for registration forms. Registration runs from January 16th - February 17th. In-class lessons will be Wednesdays at Mother Teresa High School for 8 weeks starting February 29th from 3:15pm - 6:00pm. Students must bring a copy (front and back) of their G1 to the first calss, plus a copy of the MTO Driver's Handbook. This Driver's Ed program combines in-class, at-home and in-car instruction. Successful completion of this program allows a reduction of the G1 license driving period and a possible insurance discount (check with your insurance company). (KW –Feb 17)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Volunteer Resources Department at the Queensway Carleton Hospital is looking for students to join their 2012 summer program which runs July and August. Get your community service hours! Students are required to attend a Volunteer Information Session to obtain an application package and learn about the program. If the student is interested in applying they will receive an application package which must be completed and submitted to the Volunteer Resources Office no later than April 30, 2012. Students need to be 15 years of age by December 31st 2012 and have completed grade 9 by this summer. Information Session Dates are: January 31st @ 6pm, February 17th @ 6pm, February 21st @ 6pm, March 6th @ 6pm, March 13th @ 2pm, March 15th @ 2pm and March 19th @ 6pm. Students may sign up on-line at www.qch.on.ca using the "volunteer" tab on the left or phone the office at 613-721-4709. See Student Services for more information. (KW – Feb 17)

STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL: Hey titans! Are you looking to share your voice and opinions about Ontario's education? Then you should consider applying for the Ministry Student Advisory Council! The deadline for applications is on February 29th, 2012. This is a great opportunity to be the voice of Ontario students. Check out http://www.edu/gov.on.ca/eng/students/speakup/msac.html for details and an application, and don't forget to "like" SpeakUp Ontario on facebook. If you have any questions, stop by Student Services. (KW –Feb 29)

THE POWER OF MOVEMENT 2012: Canada's largest yoga fundraiser in support of Arthritis Research, is looking for volunteers and/or teams to participate in an event which takes place Sunday March 4. For more information how to get involved see Mr. Hallarn in Student Services. (JH –Mar 2)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

LAST CHANCE FOR GRAD PHOTOS. Grad Retake Day is Friday, February 17^th. Edge Imaging has opened the site for you to book your appointment on-line at www.bookmygrad.com. School code is: MTH. If you are booking for a retake photo, please bring original proofs with you on February 17^th. Students who have not yet had their photos taken can also book an appointment on-line. (KW –Feb 16)

GRADUATION INFO: The MT Graduation Ceremony for the class of 2012 will be held at Mother Teresa on Thursday June 28 at 1:00 pm. Each student will be given 2 tickets for guests. Students will be able to request extra tickets starting in May and will be informed whether they will get extra tickets, in early June. (JH –Feb 17)

GRADE 12'S & NIGHT SCHOOL: If you are taking a night school course, you must sign the list in Student Services indicating the course you are taking. We will then update OUAC or OCAS with the course info. Do not assume because you spoke to your counselor that you do not need to sign the list! (JH –Feb 24)

STAFF NOTES

JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday February 17^th is Jeans Day. This week our contributions will go toward OECTA’s charity. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Feb 17)

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: Hosted jointly by the Ottawa Catholic School Board and the Catholic School Parents Association (CSPA), the Director’s Forum presents, Dr. Karyn Gordon, one of North America’s leading relationship experts for organizations and families specializing in Youth / Gen Y.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

Everyone is welcome to attend this presentation. However, you must register in advance with your school principal. To register, send an email to Mary-Ellen Agnel at Mary-Ellen.Agnel@ottawacatholicschools.ca by February 23rd. For more information, go to http://www.occdsb.on.ca/media.php?mid=62513. (KZ –Feb 23)

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION: Play soccer in your neighbourhood this summer! Ottawa South United Soccer is pleased to announce the start of its 2012 outdoor summer soccer registration. Please check out the website for more information. Ottawa South United Soccer Association. www.osu.ca. (KZ –Feb 24)

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…

· Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home

· Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students

· Feb 20^th – Family Day. No Classes

· Feb 22^nd – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

2012-02-14T14:14:00.001-05:00

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

PIZZA: Pizza will be sold Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. $2.00 a slice, supporting this year’s Prom. (NR –Mar 9)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION – CHANGES TO ACCESS TO THE 3^RD FLOOR: Students will no longer be allowed to eat lunch and wander the 3^rd floor hallway during lunch time. Students who are meeting with teachers during lunch will still be allowed to work in the classrooms. Students with lockers on the 3^rd floor, must get all of their belongings at the beginning of lunch, as they will no longer have access to their lockers during lunch. (JP –Feb 15)

JR BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Practice this week is Wednesday February 8th at 3pm in the caf gym, Tuesday February 14th at 3pm in the wood floor gym and Wednesday February 15th at 3pm in the caf gym. Please see the website (http://volleyballmths.yolasite.com) to find permission forms, practice schedule and other important information. (EM –Feb 15)

HIGH SCHOOL REACH FOR THE TOP: The madness continues on Wednesday Feb. 15 as Jai Ho Contends with TBA. The following game will be a heavyweight match Wednesday Feb 22 when Uberspam takes on The Pierre Bouchard Experience. Games start at 11:40 in room 307. Spectators welcome. (JS –Feb 15)

HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE REACH FOR THE TOP TEAM: For all the students who signed up for the Inter-school Reach for the Top team, there will two practice rounds at lunch in room 307 on Thursday February 16th and Friday February 17th. Attendance is mandatory. (JS –Feb 16)

MATCHMAKER: The matchmaker results are in! You can purchase your matches for $2 in the atrium on Tuesday February 14th, Wednesday February 15th, and Thursday February 16th. Don't resist, buy your list! (MK –Feb 16)

STUDENT SERVICES

VOLUNTEER OTTAWA PRESENTS: Get off your Apathy - youth engagement conference. Ten organizations will be present to inspire and inform you about how you can take action on issues that are important to you. This is an all day, free conference, open to youth aged 14 - 24, consisting of three workshops of your choice and much more. Circle this date on your calendar: Thursday, February 16^th. Sign in begins at 9:15 am and the day wraps up at 3:50pm at the Ottawa Arts Court. To register visit: www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth. For more information email Damien Martin @ youth@volunteerottawa.ca. (KW –Feb 15)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

FREE INFORMATION SESSION - TEENS & TECHNOLOGY: If your teen has a cell phone, then you need to know this… A presentation for parents about sexting, cyberbullying, safety and mental health. WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7 pm to 9 pm. WHERE: Adult High School, 300 Rochester Street. No Registration Required. Free parking. Bus route #14. Presented by the Ottawa Police (ottawapolice.ca) and the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. (JP –Feb 15)

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…

· Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home

· Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students

· Feb 20^th – Family Day. No Classes

· Feb 22^nd – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

2012-02-13T14:42:00.001-05:00

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

VALENTINE’S CONTEST IN THE TLC: Drop by the TLC today and identify the literary couples from various books. Submit an entry form for a chance to win an Indigo Gift Card! (CHV –Feb 14)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

I MATTER U MATTER: The IMUMs will be meeting Tuesday, February 14^th at the beginning of lunch in room 102. We will be discussing the ROH video contest. (CS –Feb 14)

JR BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Practice this week is Wednesday February 8th at 3pm in the caf gym, Tuesday February 14th at 3pm in the wood floor gym and Wednesday February 15th at 3pm in the caf gym. Please see the website (http://volleyballmths.yolasite.com) to find permission forms, practice schedule and other important information. (EM –Feb 15)

STUDENT SERVICES

ARE YOU LOOKING TO EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS? You can volunteer at the CEFO musical, "Cinderella". February 16-19 and February 23-25. Opportunities exist for working backstage crew, or front of house selling programs, ushering, greeting, working with the choirs, selling at the canteen. You can earn 2-5 hours per night depending on job responsibility. Please email Tammy Doyle at tammy.doyle@ocsb.ca. (KW –Feb 14)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

STAFF NOTES

REMINDERS FOR STAFF:

All Staff Meeting – February 14, 2012

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…

· Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home

· Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students

· Feb 20^th – Family Day. No Classes

· Feb 22^nd – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

2012-02-10T15:24:00.001-05:00

Monday, February 13, 2012

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

WHO DOESN'T LIKE STRAWBERRIES?? Better yet who doesn't like chocolate covered strawberries? This Valentine’s Day why not buy one for a friend or that special someone. Last day...today only, Live it Up will be selling Valentine"Fruit"O"Grams for $2, for 3 chocolate covered strawberries! These delicious strawberries will be delivered on Valentine's Day during homeroom! Come out and support Live It Up!!! (CD –Feb 13)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ROYGBIV has a mandatory meeting on Monday at lunch time in the chapel. All interested students must attend. (MD-Feb 13)

ATTENTION ALL DEBATE CLUB MEMBERS: Next week's meeting has been moved to Monday February 13th 3:00-4:00pm. Additionally, members planning on participating in the upcoming regional tournament are holding an informal meeting in the library on Thursday February 9th during lunch. See Mme. Bilder if you have any questions. (HB –Feb 13)

I MATTER U MATTER: The IMUMs will be meeting Tuesday, February 14th at the beginning of lunch in room 102. We will be discussing the ROH video contest. (CS –Feb 14)

STUDENT SERVICES

NIGHT SCHOOL - WINTER 2012 (FEBRUARY 21ST TO MAY 30TH) from the Ottawa-Carleton Public School Board. Registration during the day is from Monday, January 23rd to Tuesday, February 14th at 440 Albert Street from 9:00 am to 3:30pm. Evening registration is at the high school of your course’s choice (Adult High School or Merivale HS) on Monday, February 13th (6pm-7:30pm) and Tuesday, February 14th (6pm-7:30pm). Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Registration forms are available in Student Services. These forms require a signature from a parent/guardian, the student and a counsellor from our school. Once the form is completed, the original is returned to the student to take to the registration site of his/her choice for processing. (KW –Feb 13)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

MATHEMATICS DAY! On Friday, February 17th, the School of Mathematics and Statistics will be hosting the Fourth Annual Mathematics Day; a one day event for senior high school students who want to know more about the power of mathematics and statistics. Registration is free of charge, and lunch and snacks will be provided. Student participants will also be entered into a draw for prizes, including a $250 gift card from Best Buy. Please register online no later than February 13, 2012. See poster in Student Services for more information. (KW –Feb 13)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: Jon Holmes will be in the atrium Monday, February 13^th at lunch to answer any questions you have about Algonquin College or your program choices. (MP –Feb 13)

STAFF NOTES

REMINDERS FOR STAFF:

All Staff Meeting – February 14, 2012

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…

· ** Feb 13^th – Last day for Course Changes for Semester 2

· Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home

· Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students

· Feb 20^th – Family Day. No Classes

· Feb 22^nd – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

2012-02-10T15:10:00.003-05:00

Monday, February 13, 2012

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day
Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

WHO DOESN'T LIKE STRAWBERRIES?? Better yet who doesn't like chocolate covered strawberries? This Valentine’s Day why not buy one for a friend or that special someone. Last day...today only, Live it Up will be selling Valentine"Fruit"O"Grams for $2, for 3 chocolate covered strawberries! These delicious strawberries will be delivered on Valentine's Day during homeroom! Come out and support Live It Up!!! (CD –Feb 13)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

REMINDER TO GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: All grade 7 & 8 students are reminded that they are expected to remain seated in the cafeteria at lunch, until it is time to go outside. Your co-operation is appreciated. (MC – Feb 17)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ROYGBIV has a mandatory meeting on Monday at lunch time in the chapel. All interested students must attend. (MD-Feb 13)

I MATTER U MATTER: The IMUMs will be meeting Tuesday, February 14th at the beginning of lunch in room 102. We will be discussing the ROH video contest. (CS –Feb 14)

STUDENT SERVICES

NIGHT SCHOOL - WINTER 2012 (FEBRUARY 21ST TO MAY 30TH) from the Ottawa-Carleton Public School Board. Registration during the day is from Monday, January 23rd to Tuesday, February 14th at 440 Albert Street from 9:00 am to 3:30pm. Evening registration is at the high school of your course’s choice (Adult High School or Merivale HS) on Monday, February 13th (6pm-7:30pm) and Tuesday, February 14th (6pm-7:30pm). Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Registration forms are available in Student Services. These forms require a signature from a parent/guardian, the student and a counsellor from our school. Once the form is completed, the original is returned to the student to take to the registration site of his/her choice for processing. (KW –Feb 13)

ARE YOU LOOKING TO EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS? You can volunteer at the CEFO musical, "Cinderella". February 16-19 and February 23-25. Opportunities exist for working backstage crew, or front of house selling programs, ushering, greeting, working with the choirs, selling at the canteen. You can earn 2-5 hours per night depending on job responsibility. Please email Tammy Doyle at tammy.doyle@ocsb.ca. (KW –Feb 14)

VOLUNTEER OTTAWA PRESENTS: Get off your Apathy - youth engagement conference. Ten organizations will be present to inspire and inform you about how you can take action on issues that are important to you. This is an all day, free conference, open to youth aged 14 - 24, consisting of three workshops of your choice and much more. Circle this date on your calendar: Thursday, February 16^th. Sign in begins at 9:15 am and the day wraps up at 3:50pm at the Ottawa Arts Court. To register visit: www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth. For more information email Damien Martin @ youth@volunteerottawa.ca. (KW –Feb 15)

CAMP LAU-REN: A children's residential summer camp located on the shores of the Ottawa River, 10km west of Deep River is currently looking for applicants for employment for the summer of 2012. Positions to be filled include head cook, assistant cook, counsellor, caretaker, and waterfront staff. Application forms for 2012 are available at http://www.lau-ren.com/ See more info in Student Services. (KW –Feb 17)

IT'S HERE! DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM! Visit your Student Services Office for registration forms. Registration runs from January 16th - February 17th. In-class lessons will be Wednesdays at Mother Teresa High School for 8 weeks starting February 29th from 3:15pm - 6:00pm. Students must bring a copy (front and back) of their G1 to the first calss, plus a copy of the MTO Driver's Handbook. This Driver's Ed program combines in-class, at-home and in-car instruction. Successful completion of this program allows a reduction of the G1 license driving period and a possible insurance discount (check with your insurance company). (KW –Feb 17)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Volunteer Resources Department at the Queensway Carleton Hospital is looking for students to join their 2012 summer program which runs July and August. Get your community service hours! Students are required to attend a Volunteer Information Session to obtain an application package and learn about the program. If the student is interested in applying they will receive an application package which must be completed and submitted to the Volunteer Resources Office no later than April 30, 2012. Students need to be 15 years of age by December 31st 2012 and have completed grade 9 by this summer. Information Session Dates are: January 31st @ 6pm, February 17th @ 6pm, February 21st @ 6pm, March 6th @ 6pm, March 13th @ 2pm, March 15th @ 2pm and March 19th @ 6pm. Students may sign up on-line at www.qch.on.ca using the "volunteer" tab on the left or phone the office at 613-721-4709. See Student Services for more information. (KW – Feb 17)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

MATHEMATICS DAY! On Friday, February 17th, the School of Mathematics and Statistics will be hosting the Fourth Annual Mathematics Day; a one day event for senior high school students who want to know more about the power of mathematics and statistics. Registration is free of charge, and lunch and snacks will be provided. Student participants will also be entered into a draw for prizes, including a $250 gift card from Best Buy. Please register online no later than February 13, 2012. See poster in Student Services for more information. (KW –Feb 13)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: Jon Holmes will be in the atrium Monday, February 13^th at lunch to answer any questions you have about Algonquin College or your program choices. (MP –Feb 13)

LAST CHANCE FOR GRAD PHOTOS. Grad Retake Day is Friday, February 17^th. Edge Imaging has opened the site for you to book your appointment on-line at http://www.bookmygrad.com/.   School code is: MTH. If you are booking for a retake photo, please bring original proofs with you on February 17^th.   Students who have not yet had their photos taken can also book an appointment on-line. (KW –Feb 16)

GRADUATION INFO: The MT Graduation Ceremony for the class of 2012 will be held at Mother Teresa on Thursday June 28 at 1:00 pm. Each student will be given 2 tickets for guests. Students will be able to request extra tickets starting in May and will be informed whether they will get extra tickets, in early June. (JH –Feb 17)

STAFF NOTES

REMINDERS FOR STAFF:
All Staff Meeting – February 14, 2012
COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

FREE INFORMATION SESSION - TEENS & TECHNOLOGY: If your teen has a cell phone, then you need to know this… A presentation for parents about sexting, cyberbullying, safety and mental health. WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7 pm to 9 pm. WHERE: Adult High School, 300 Rochester Street. No Registration Required. Free parking. Bus route #14. Presented by the Ottawa Police (ottawapolice.ca) and the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. (JP –Feb 15)

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: Hosted jointly by the Ottawa Catholic School Board and the Catholic School Parents Association (CSPA), the Director’s Forum presents, Dr. Karyn Gordon, one of North America’s leading relationship experts for organizations and families specializing in Youth / Gen Y.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
St. Paul High School
2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)
6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays
7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium
Reception to follow
Everyone is welcome to attend this presentation. However, you must register in advance with your school principal. To register, send an email to Mary-Ellen Agnel at Mary-Ellen.Agnel@ottawacatholicschools.ca by February 23rd. For more information, go to http://www.occdsb.on.ca/media.php?mid=62513. (KZ –Feb 23)

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION: Play soccer in your neighbourhood this summer! Ottawa South United Soccer is pleased to announce the start of its 2012 outdoor summer soccer registration. Please check out the website for more information. Ottawa South United Soccer Association. www.osu.ca. (KZ –Feb 24)

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…
·         Feb 13^th – Last day for Course Changes for Semester 2
·         Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home
·         Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students
·         Feb 20^th – Family Day. No Classes
·         Feb 22^nd** – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

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Friday, February 10, 2012

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

OUTSTANDING ITEMS AND FEES! A table will be set up in the atrium each morning this week, for all those students with outstanding textbooks, library books, library fines, or other fees/fines owing. The table will be in the atrium from 8:15 until the warning bell, for students to return any outstanding items. New Semester 2 textbooks and report cards WILL BE HELD BACK until all outstanding items are cleared by the student. (JP –Feb 10)

LOST AND FOUND: Please check the items on the lost and found tables in the atrium. Items not claimed by Friday will be donated to a local charity. (SS –Feb 10)

KINDNESS WEEK IS COMING!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 10)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM: Attention all 7/8 girls. Any 7/8 girl interested in trying out for the 7/8 girls basketball team are to sign up outside of Mr. Quinn's office by this Friday February 10^th. (TQ – Feb 10)

RELAY SKATE CHALLENGE: Attention all grade 7/8 students. Are you a fast skater, like skating on the canal, and enjoy competing against other schools? If you answered YES, then this activity is for you. Be a part of the first annual OCSB Intermediate Relay Skate Challenge on the Canal next Wednesday February 15.

· See Mr. Quinn if you are interested in this fun filled day on the Canal. Mr. Quinn will be taking 20 participants to this event (10 girls and 10 boys), so don't hesitate to see him if you are interested, as spots will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. There are only 3 requirements to participate in this event. One...you need skates....Two...you need a helmet......and Three...you must be able to skate fast, or relatively fast!!!! Please see me in person, AS YOU MAY NOT SIGN YOUR FRIENDS UP. The deadline to register with Mr. Quinn is this Friday February 10^th.

· **NEW** Any student who recently signed up for the Winterfest Canal Relay Race are to show up this Friday February 10^th with their helmet and skates at the beginning of lunch in front of Mr. Quinn's phys. ed. office. We will be having a time trial on the outdoor rink to determine who the top 10 girl and top 10 boy skaters are. Please be prompt, as time is short. You must be at this event to qualify for next Wednesday's event. Please inform Mr. Quinn if you cannot attend this time trial. (TQ – Feb 10)

COMEDY CLUB: The Comedy Club is meeting at lunch this Friday in Room 230. See you there. (MP –Feb 10)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

LITURGICAL DANCERS are needed for upcoming services. Please see Martha in the chapel today. (MD –Feb 10)

MANGA CLUB: Manga Club will resume meetings this Friday at lunch in Rm 138. (JS –Feb 10)

HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE REACH FOR THE TOP TEAM: For all the students who signed up for the Inter-school Reach for the Top team, there will be a meeting at the beginning of lunch in room 307 on Friday February 10^th. The meeting is mandatory and will begin promptly at 11:35. (JS –Feb 10)

OSCAR NIGHT 2012: Oscar Night tickets will be sold in the atrium at lunch beginning Wednesday, February 8th. Tickets are $10 each. Guests are welcomed, and guest tickets must be purchased at the same time as the MT student (last day for guest tickets is Friday). There will also be an opportunity to win VIP All-Access Passes. See the ticket table for details. We must limit the number of attendees, so make sure to get your ticket early to avoid disappointment! (NR –Feb 10)

S.A.A.E (Students Against the Axis of Evil) are meeting on Friday during senior lunch in the chapel. Everyone please show up on time! (MD –Feb 10)

SEMESTER ONE VISUAL ART STUDENTS: All sketchbooks and CPTs are ready to be picked up in room 102. All remaining work not collected will be disposed of at the end of the week. Please ensure that you come collect your work. (CS –Feb 10)

VARSITY GIRLS RUGBY: ANY grade 9-12 girl interested in joining the Varsity Girls rugby team is asked to come to Room 231 on Thursday, February 9^th or Friday February 10^th at the beginning of lunch. (SA –Feb 10)

ROYGBIV has a mandatory meeting on Monday at lunch time in the chapel. All interested students must attend. (MD-Feb 13)

I MATTER U MATTER: The IMUMs will be meeting Tuesday, February 14th at the beginning of lunch in room 102. We will be discussing the ROH video contest. (CS –Feb 14)

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER – INFORMATION SESSION: St Francis Xavier University in Anigonish Nova Scotia, invites you and your family to an Information Session on Sunday Feb 12 in the Lago Room at the Dow's Lake Pavilion from 2:00-4:00pm. A great opportunity to find out about the application process and the various programs at St. FX. Please RSVP at infosessions@stfx.ca. (JH –Feb 10)

GRADUATING STUDENTS – POLICIES AND DEADLINES: In the past, it has been the practice of some graduating students to leave their Community Service Hours to the last month of school, thereby jeopardizing their graduation in June. As a result, the following policies are now in place at Mother Teresa:

· PROM: All graduating students must have completed their 40 hours of community service if they intend to attend their graduation dance. The earlier the better! Hours must be submitted to Student Services by Friday May 11^th, 2012.

GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Friday June 11, 2012.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (SD –Feb 10)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE: Jon Holmes will be in the atrium Monday, February 13^th at lunch to answer any questions you have about Algonquin College or your program choices. (MP –Feb 13)

STAFF NOTES

REMINDERS FOR STAFF:

All Staff Meeting – February 14, 2012

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

NEXT PARENT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday March 5^th, 7pm in the library. All are welcome. (MEA –Mar 5)

COMING UP…

· ** Feb 13^th – Last day for Course Changes for Semester 2

· Feb 16^th – HS Report Cards go home

· Feb 16^th - Grade 7/8 Interviews – Early Dismissal for all students

· Feb 22^nd – Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins

MTHS – Daily Announcements

Thursday, February 16, 2012

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

Monday, February 13, 2012

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

Monday, February 13, 2012

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS REMINDER TO GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: All grade 7 & 8 students are reminded that they are expected to remain seated in the cafeteria at lunch, until it is time to go outside. Your co-operation is appreciated. (MC – Feb 17)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday, February 10, 2012

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT SERVICES

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

REMINDER TO GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: All grade 7 & 8 students are reminded that they are expected to remain seated in the cafeteria at lunch, until it is time to go outside. Your co-operation is appreciated. (MC – Feb 17)