Wednesday, February 1, 2006

Day 1

Band Info: Junior and Intermediate Band will rehearse TODAY at 3:10 in the music room.

GRADE 7/8: Students who are interested need to sign up for the Winter Activity Day through their homeroom teachers. Permission forms and payment are due TODAY. If you have misplaced your form, there are extra copies in room 311 (please ask politely).

GRADE 7/8 Drama Production: Are you the next Brad Pitt? Or the next Julia Roberts? Well here's your chance to shine. Auditions for the grade 7/8 drama production titled "The Worst High School Play in the World" will begin next week. Sign up outside room 100 all this week and stay tuned for audition dates. Be sure to sign up by Thursday, February 2nd.

GRADE 7/8 Boys and Girls Swim Team: There will be a very important meeting in room 100 at 12:30 on Thursday, February 2 for all grade 7 and 8 students interested in joining the swim team. Please speak to Mrs. Sinclair if you are unable to attend.

High School Exams: The exams scheduled for Monday, January 30 will be written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Job Info: Students wishing to apply for part-time employment at Swiss Chalet can pick up an application in Student Services during lunch TODAY. The Job Fair will be held at Walter Baker on Thursday, Feb 2 and Friday, Feb. 3 from 9 am to 7 pm in room 202

Mini-Enrichment: Students who received invitations to participate in the Mini-Enrichment courses May 1-5, 2006 must return your permission form as soon as possible. You will be given a password at this point. Don't be disappointed - indicate your interest soon. The deadline for applications is Feb. 4, 2006.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by Wednesday, February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at www.ontariocolleges.ca. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Day 2

Band Info: Junior and Intermediate Band will rehearse together on Wednesday, Feb 1st at 3:10 in the music room. There will be no Intermediate rehearsal on Tuesday. Junior flutes will meet for a section rehearsal TODAY (Tuesday) at 12:25 in room 120. Please bring your lunch and eat fast!

GRADE 7/8: Students who are interested need to sign up for the Winter Activity Day through their homeroom teachers. Permission forms and payment are due by this Wednesday. If you have misplaced your form, there are extra copies in room 311 (please ask politely).

GRADE 7/8 - Could the following students please meet in room 307 at the beginning of lunch TODAY for a very brief meeting: Eunice Pacada, Su Bin Park, Kelvin Duong, Emerson Fawley, Hassan Khan, Diana Beccera, Monica Mendoza, Michelle Lapalme and Rikki Robinson.

GRADE 7/8 Drama Production: Are you the next Brad Pitt? Or the next Julia Roberts? Well here's your chance to shine. Auditions for the grade 7/8 drama production titled "The Worst High School Play in the World" will begin next week. Sign up outside room 100 all this week and stay tuned for audition dates. Be sure to sign up by Thursday, February 2nd.

GRADE 7/8 Boys and Girls Swim Team: There will be a very important meeting in room 100 at 12:30 on Thursday, February 2 for all grade 7 and 8 students interested in joining the swim team. Please speak to Mrs. Sinclair if you are unable to attend.

High School Exams: The exams scheduled for Monday, January 30 will be written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Job Info: Students wishing to apply for part-time employment at Swiss Chalet can pick up an application in Student Services during lunch TODAY or Wednesday. The Job Fair will be held at Walter Baker on Thursday, Feb 2 and Friday, Feb. 3 from 9 am to 7 pm in room 202

Yearbook - Last Call! Do you have any photos of special events, concerts, sports, or other student activities? Or just pictures of you or your friends! This is your chance to get them in this year's yearbook! Put them on a disk, CD, or just bring the actual photos - and bring them to the office, and ask to have them put in Mrs. Birmingham's box! The more pictures we get - the better our book can be!

Mini-Enrichment: Students who received invitations to participate in the Mini-Enrichment courses May 1-5, 2006 must return your permission form as soon as possible. You will be given a password at this point. Don't be disappointed - indicate your interest soon. The deadline for applications is Feb. 4, 2006.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by Wednesday, February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at www.ontariocolleges.ca. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Monday, January 30, 2006

Day 1

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Grade 7/8 Drama Production: Are you the next Brad Pitt? Or the next Julia Roberts? Well here's your chance to shine. Auditions for the grade 7/8 drama production titled "The Worst High School Play in the World" will begin next week. Sign up outside room 100 all this week and stay tuned for audition dates. Be sure to sign up by February 2nd.

Grade 7/8 Boys and Girls Swim Team: There will be a very important meeting in room 100 at 12:30 on Thursday, February 2 for all grade 7 and 8 students interested in joining the swim team. Please speak to Mrs. Sinclair if you are unable to attend.

THE YEARBOOK IS LOOKING FOR YOUR PHOTOS - LAST CALL! Do you have any photos of special events, concerts, sports, or other student activities? Or just pictures of you or your friends! This is your chance to get them in this year's yearbook! Put them on a disk, CD, or just bring the actual photos - and bring them to the office, and ask to have them put in Mrs. Birmingham's box! The more pictures we get - the better our book can be!

Mini-Enrichment: Students who received invitations to participate in the Mini-Enrichment courses May 1-5, 2006 must return your permission form as soon as possible. You will be given a password at this point. Don't be disappointed - indicate your interest soon. The deadline for applications is Feb. 4, 2006.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Friday, January 27, 2006

Day 2

THE YEARBOOK IS LOOKING FOR YOUR PHOTOS - LAST CALL! Do you have any photos of special events, concerts, sports, or other student activities? Or just pictures of you or your friends! This is your chance to get them in this year's yearbook! Put them on a disk, CD, or just bring the actual photos - and bring them to the office, and ask to have them put in Mrs. Birmingham's box! The more pictures we get - the better our book can be!

Mini-Enrichment: Students who received invitations to participate in the Mini-Enrichment courses May 1-5, 2006 must return your permission form as soon as possible. You will be given a password at this point. Don't be disappointed - indicate your interest soon. The deadline for applications is Feb. 4, 2006.

Math Textbooks: All math textbooks must be returned to room 302 on Monday, January 30, prior to exam time. Collection times: 8:00 – 8:45 am and 11:15 – 12:00 am.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Thursday, January 26, 2006

Day 1

Mini-Enrichment: Students who received invitations to participate in the Mini-Enrichment courses May 1-5, 2006 must return your permission form as soon as possible. You will be given a password at this point. Don't be disappointed - indicate your interest soon. The deadline for applications is Feb. 4, 2006.

Alpine Ski Team: The next Alpine Ski Team practice is Friday, Feb. 3. Please be at the school at 6:30 am.

Youth Ministry Meeting: There is a very short meeting TODAY at the beginning of lunch in the chapel.

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Math Textbooks: All math textbooks must be returned to room 302 on Monday, January 30, prior to exam time. Collection times: 8:00 – 8:45 am and 11:15 – 12:00 am.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Schedules for Semester Two: All H.S. students should have received a copy of their schedule for semester two. Please be sure to follow the new schedule as there have been changes to classes and room assignments. The first day of semester two is Monday, February 6. Classes start at 8:55 a.m. and we will follow a regular Day 1 timetable. Please be sure to bring your new schedule to school on that day. Requests for a second copy will cost 25 cents.

Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Day 2

Library Notice: The library will be closed during the grade 7&8 lunch TODAY due to a special presentation.

BAKE SALE!! The senior cheerleading team will be holding a bake sale TODAY in the atrium at senior lunch. Tons of tasty treats will be available. Come and support the team!!

U of Waterloo Euclid Contest for Grade 12’s: There will be an important meeting TODAY, in Mrs. Belloni's room (302), for students interested in writing the Euclid contest in April. You must register in order write the contest. Meeting will start at 12:00 noon.

College Applications: For Ontario College programs that start in the fall, your application must be received at OCAS by February 1 for equal consideration in the application process. This is particularly important for programs that are highly competitive, meaning that the colleges receive many more qualified applicants than there are available places. Applications are done online at www.ontariocolleges.ca. An information sheet was handed out earlier in the semester with instructions on how to apply. Any student still requiring the instructions should see Student Services ASAP.

Schedules for Semester Two: All H.S. students should have received a copy of their schedule for semester two. Please be sure to follow the new schedule as there have been changes to classes and room assignments. The first day of semester two is Monday, February 6. Classes start at 8:55 a.m. and we will follow a regular Day 1 timetable. Please be sure to bring your new schedule to school on that day. Requests for a second copy will cost 25 cents.

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up: For the low price of $10, the M.T. Ski Club will tune your skis or boards. Included in the cost is hot waxing, edge sharpening and binding adjustment. See Mr. Nearing in rm. 107.

Grads: A representative from St. Francis Xavier will be here on Tuesday, February 7th at noon for those interested in obtaining more information on the university. Meeting will be held in Student Services.

Math Textbooks: All math textbooks must be returned to room 302 on Monday, January 30, prior to exam time. Collection times: 8:00 – 8:45 am and 11:15 – 12:00 am.

Summer Jobs #1: The City of Ottawa Outdoor Wading Pool Program hires over 300 students to work as Park Programmers and Park Supervisors at their 59 sites throughout the summer months. Candidates must be 16 years of age or older, possess a valid standard first aid and CPR level C certificate, along with a valid police record check. To apply please go to the City of Ottawa web site at: www.ottawa.ca click on Careers, then Summer Student Employment Program 2005.

Summer Jobs #2: St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is recruiting students for jobs at the camp this summer. Students should be 17 years of age, although mature 16 year olds may be considered. Opportunities exist for program staff, counselors, lifeguards, maintenance staff and kitchen staff. There is also a two-week summer program for Counselors in Training. Information and application forms on both subjects can be found on the web site: www.stbcamp.ca

Tuesday, January 24, 2006

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Soccer: Reminder for 7/8 boys soccer team that there will be a practice tonight at 3:15 in the A/B gym. Please ensure you pick up a permission form for the tournament on Thursday.

BAKE SALE!! The senior cheerleading team will be holding a bake sale TODAY and TOMORROW in the atrium at senior lunch. Tons of tasty treats will be available. Come and support the team!!

Girls Rugby: There will be a meeting TODAY at 3:10 in the Dance Studio for all girls (gr. 9-12) interested in playing Rugby this year. The meeting will be to discuss a spring trip to New Brunswick, early training schedules and the upcoming season. Attendance is mandatory for all interested females.

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up: For the low price of $10, the M.T. Ski Club will tune your skis or boards. Included in the cost is hot waxing, edge sharpening and binding adjustment. See Mr. Nearing in rm. 107.

Grads: A representative from St. Francis Xavier will be here on Tuesday, February 7th at noon for those interested in obtaining more information on the university. Meeting will be held in Student Services.

Math Textbooks: All math textbooks must be returned to room 302 on Monday, January 30, prior to exam time. Collection times: 8:00 – 8:45 am and 11:15 – 12:00 am.

Summer Jobs #1: The City of Ottawa Outdoor Wading Pool Program hires over 300 students to work as Park Programmers and Park Supervisors at their 59 sites throughout the summer months. Candidates must be 16 years of age or older, possess a valid standard first aid and CPR level C certificate, along with a valid police record check. To apply please go to the City of Ottawa web site at: www.ottawa.ca click on Careers, then Summer Student Employment Program 2005.

Summer Jobs #2: St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is recruiting students for jobs at the camp this summer. Students should be 17 years of age, although mature 16 year olds may be considered. Opportunities exist for program staff, counselors, lifeguards, maintenance staff and kitchen staff. There is also a two-week summer program for Counselors in Training. Information and application forms on both subjects can be found on the web site: www.stbcamp.ca

Monday, January 23, 2006

Day 2

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up: For the low price of $10, the M.T. Ski Club will tune your skis or boards. Included in the cost is hot waxing, edge sharpening and binding adjustment. See Mr. Nearing in rm. 107.

Girls Rugby: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 3:10 in the Dance Studio for all girls (gr. 9-12) interested in playing Rugby this year. The meeting will be to discuss a spring trip to New Brunswick, early training schedules and the upcoming season. Attendance is mandatory for all interested females.

Grads: A representative from St. Francis Xavier will be here on Tuesday, February 7th at noon for those interested in obtaining more information on the university. Meeting will be held in Student Services.

Math Textbooks: All math textbooks must be returned to room 302 on Monday, January 30, prior to exam time. Collection times: 8:00 - 8:45 am and 11:15 - 12:00 am.

Summer Jobs #1: The City of Ottawa Outdoor Wading Pool Program hires over 300 students to work as Park Programmers and Park Supervisors at their 59 sites throughout the summer months. Candidates must be 16 years of age or older, possess a valid standard first aid and CPR level C certificate, along with a valid police record check. To apply please go to the City of Ottawa web site at: www.ottawa.ca click on Careers, then Summer Student Employment Program 2005.

Summer Jobs #2: St. Brigid's Summer Camp is recruiting students for jobs at the camp this summer. Students should be 17 years of age, although mature 16 year olds may be considered. Opportunities exist for program staff, counselors, lifeguards, maintenance staff and kitchen staff. There is also a two-week summer program for Counselors in Training. Information and application forms on both subjects can be found on the web site: www.stbcamp.ca

Friday, January 20, 2006

Day 1

Red Maple Club: Red Maple Club meets TODAY at 12:30.

Congratulations: 16 Mother Teresa students were honoured by the Barrhaven branch of the Royal Canadian Legion this week as award winners in the poem, poster and essay contests for Remembrance Day.

Grade 7 and 8 winners included Jennifer Zimmer, Alexander Batitis, Jannifer Gabel, Sarah Wilgress, Nathan Obas, Samantha Salvatore, Catherine Wong, Joshua Hillock and Amanda Petrilli. Jelena Zuric and Leandra Tolusso moved on to first place in the Ottawa zone, with Stephanie Ranger in second place.

In the high school Kyle Powell, Laura Kluska, Anne Benyon and Sydney Hopkins won awards, with Kyle moving on to first place in the zone with his poem and Laura in second place for her poster. Congratulations to all the participants!

Hockey Team: Please excuse the members of the Hockey team at 2:15 TODAY for their game against Ashbury at the Barbara Ann Scott arena (game starts at 4:00 p.m).

Free Throw Championship: All boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level competition for the 2006 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. The local competition will be held Saturday, January 21st at St. Luke Catholic School, 60 Mount Shannon Drive. Participation is free of charge to all. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m., or forms can be picked up TODAY at the main office front counter here at M.T.

High School Exams: In the event of school bus cancellation (listen to local radio stations) on any scheduled exam day, all exams for that day will be rescheduled and written on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2006.

Summer Course Credits in Europe: MEI International offers summer grade 12 credits in Spain, France Italy, etc, to grade 11 students. Scholarships are available to help with costs. See Student Services for more information.

Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up: For the low price of $10, the M.T. Ski Club will tune your skis or boards. Included in the cost is hot waxing, edge sharpening and binding adjustment. See Mr. Nearing in rm. 107.

Girls Rugby: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 3:10 in the Dance Studio for all girls (gr. 9-12) interested in playing Rugby this year. The meeting will be to discuss a spring trip to New Brunswick, early training schedules and the upcoming season. Attendance is mandatory for all interested females.

Queens Scholarship: Applicants for the Queens Chancellor's scholarship are asked to submit their applications by noon on Monday, January 23rd.

Summer Jobs: St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is recruiting students for jobs at the camp this summer. Students should be 17 years of age, although mature 16 year olds may be considered. Opportunities exist for program staff, counselors, lifeguards, maintenance staff and kitchen staff. There is also a two-week summer program for Counselors in Training. Information and application forms on both subjects can be found on the web site: www.stbcamp.ca

For the cast of "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" :

Please come for a costume meeting on the following dates at 11:45 am on stage:

Fri., Jan. 20: William Onyeajv, Melanie Morton, Nathan Bradley, Vanessa Allen,
Brent James, Sarah Stewart

Thursday, January 19, 2006

Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Boys & Girls Soccer: The 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is TODAY at 3:05 pm.

Red Maple Club: A reminder that Red Maple is postponed to Friday, Jan. 20 at 12:30.

Library News: The library is only open for quiet study and homework completion during both senior and 7&8 lunches until Feb 2.

Student Vote: The vote will now take place on Friday, January 20.

Yearbook Meeting: Could all students who have participated in yearbook - completed layouts, working on the grad section, or those who have completed training, and are now interested in completing some pages for the next deadline - please come to an important meeting TODAY after school in room 103. Our photographers are welcome too! See you there!

Yearbook is Seeking Photographers: We are once again looking for a couple of serious photographers, preferably if you have your own digital or 35 mm camera. Anyone interested in finding out what we are looking for, please come to room 207 and see Mrs. Birmingham TODAY.

Summer Course Credits in Europe: MEI International offers summer grade 12 credits in Spain, France Italy, etc, to grade 11 students. Scholarships are available to help with costs. See Student Services for more information..

Ski/Snowboard Tune-Up: For the low price of $10, the M.T. Ski Club will tune your skis or boards. Included in the cost is hot waxing, edge sharpening and binding adjustment. See Mr. Nearing in rm. 107.

Girls Rugby: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 3:10 in the Dance Studio for all girls (gr. 9-12) interested in playing Rugby this year. The meeting will be to discuss a spring trip to New Brunswick, early training schedules and the upcoming season. Attendance is mandatory for all interested females.

Queens Scholarship: Applicants for the Queens Chancellor's scholarship are asked to submit their applications by noon on Monday, January 23rd.

Grad Info: Grads interested in applying to St. Francis Xavier University are asked to sign up in the Student Services office. If there are enough students interested, we can arrange for a representative of the university to come to Mother Teresa H.S. and meet with you.

Summer Jobs: St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is recruiting students for jobs at the camp this summer. Students should be 17 years of age, although mature 16 year olds may be considered. Opportunities exist for program staff, counselors, lifeguards, maintenance staff and kitchen staff. There is also a two-week summer program for Counselors in Training. Information and application forms on both subjects can be found on the web site: www.stbcamp.ca

Scholarship Notice: The Millennium Excellence Award Program has three types of entrance awards: 100 national awards of $5,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $20,000: 241 provincial/territorial awards of $4,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $16,000 and 711 one-time local awards of $4,000. The application deadline is Friday, January 20th. Application and info can be found at: www.excellenceaward.ca

For the cast of "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" : Please come for a costume meeting on the following dates at 11:45 am on stage:

Thurs., Jan. 19: Amanda Braks, Victoria Pijacki, Dan Caruso, Emilia Therens, Katie Shea, Piotr Boruslaski, Madelaine Kluska, Mariam Matti

Fri., Jan. 20: William Onyeajv, Melanie Morton, Nathan Bradley, Vanessa Allen, Brent James, Sarah Stewart

Wednesday, January 18, 2006

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Boys & Girls Soccer: The 7/8 Boys Soccer practice is tomorrow morning at 7:15 am. The 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is tomorrow afternoon at 3:05 pm.

Grade 7/8 Girls' Basketball Try-outs: Grade 8 Girls - Thursday, January 19 @ 7: 15 a.m. sharp in wooden floor gym. Please sign-up outside Rm. 208.

Library News:

1. The library will be closed to students all day today. Teachers may still sign out equipment;

2. The library is only open for quiet study and homework completion during both senior and 7&8 lunch until Feb 2.

3. A reminder that Red Maple is postponed to Friday, Jan. 20 at 12:30.

Waterloo Math Contest: The meeting will be held TODAY in room 302 at 11:40 am. All students, who signed up to write the test, need to come.

Yearbook Meeting: Could all students who have participated in yearbook - completed layouts, working on the grad section, or those who have completed training, and are now interested in completing some pages for the next deadline - please come to an important meeting Thursday after school in room 103. Our photographers are welcome too! See you there!

Yearbook is Seeking Photographers: The Yearbook is seeking a couple of photographers!!! Do you enjoy taking pictures, have a creative edge, and want to get involved with the yearbook. We are once again looking for a couple of serious photographers, preferably if you have your own digital or 35 mm camera. Work at your own rate, meet great people, and get your pictures in the book! Anyone interested in finding out what we are looking for, please come to room 207 and see Mrs. Birmingham on Thursday.

Queens Scholarship: Applicants for the Queens Chancellor's scholarship are asked to submit their applications by noon on Monday, January 23rd.

Grad Info: Grads interested in applying to St. Francis Xavier University are asked to sign up in the Student Services office. If there are enough students interested, we can arrange for a representative of the university to come to Mother Teresa H.S. and meet with you.

Scholarship Notice: The Millennium Excellence Award Program recognizes, supports and encourages talented Canadians who make positive and significant contributions to the betterment of their communities, demonstrate a capacity for leadership and commit themselves to the pursuit of academic excellence and innovation. There are three types of entrance awards: 100 national awards of $5,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $20,000: 241 provincial/territorial awards of $4,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $16,000 and 711 one-time local awards of $4,000. The deadline is Friday, January 20th. Application and info can be found at: http://www.blogger.com/www.excellenceaward.ca

For the cast of "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" :

Please come for a costume meeting on the following dates at 11:45 am on stage:

Wed., Jan. 18: Madelaine Kluska, Piotr Boruslaski, Natalie Noriega, Mariam Matti, Emma Bromley

Thurs., Jan. 19: Amanda Braks, Victoria Pijacki, Dan Caruso, Emilia Therens, Katie Shea

Fri., Jan. 20: William Onyeajv, Melanie Morton, Nathan Bradley, Vanessa Allen,
Brent James, Sarah Stewart

Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Boys & Girls Soccer: The 7/8 Boys Soccer practice is Thursday AM at 7:15 am. The 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is Thursday PM at 3:05 pm.

Grade 7/8 Girls' Basketball Try-outs: Grade 8 Girls - Thursday, January 19 @ 7: 15 a.m. sharp in wooden floor gym. Please sign-up outside Rm. 208.

Reach For The Top: "I am Spartacus" faces "Rogers Wireless Terminology" in the final game of Round Two today at lunch. Will Mr. Hallarn put forth another spectacular performance? Come witness the mayhem in Room 200. If you have the TRIVIA fever, the only prescription is MORE Reach for the Top.

Notice: Students who won the grad survey for the school yearbook are asked to meet in the atrium at the beginning of period 3 TODAY. You are not excused from class if you have a CPT. You have been notified if you were a winner. Congratulations for being the best in your category.

High School Intramurals: TODAY's games: B2 is Cool vs Devon and the Super 7 and Jingle Turkeys vs Wokomoli Slingers (scorers: Paul and Adino).

Band Practice: Intermediate Band meets TODAY at 3:10 pm. Due to Ski Club there will be no Junior Band rehearsal on Wednesday after school.

Student Elections - Grades 7 to 12: There will be a student vote on Wednesday, January 18. Students will have the opportunity to vote for a candidate from a federal party. Please research the different platforms and policies of the various federal parties (Liberal, Conservative, New Democrat, Green, etc.) in order to make an informed decision on January 18th. See you at the polls!

Waterloo Math Contest: The meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 18 in room 302 at 11:40 am. All students, who signed up to write the test, need to come.

Part-time work: Looking for female Math tutor for Grade a 6, 11 year old boy from St. Luke school. Pay will be $8.00/hour. Please contact Mrs. Grandpierre at 823-0314.

Yearbook Pictures Wanted: THE YEARBOOK IS LOOKING FOR YOUR PICTURES! Have you taken any great shots of school events, sports or activities? Have your parents taken any of you in action? (Choir, band, games, etc. )Grads - do you have any pictures that you'd like to see in the book? The yearbook is looking for these shots - have your pictures included in the yearbook! Put them on a disk or CD and bring them to room 207 (or slide them under the door) or bring them to the office to be put in Mrs. Birmingham's mailbox. The yearbook appreciates your contributions!

Monday, January 16, 2005

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Soccer: The final try-out for the 7/8 Boys Soccer team is Tuesday morning at 7:15 a.m. The first team practice is Wednesday, Jan. 18th after school.

Grade 7/8 Girls' Basketball Try-outs: Grade 7 Girls - Tuesday, January 17 @ 7:15 a.m. sharp in wooden floor gym. Grade 8 Girls - Thursday, January 19 @ 7: 15 a.m. sharp in wooden floor gym. Please sign-up outside Rm. 208.

Student Elections - Grades 7 to 12: There will be a student vote on Wednesday, January 18. Students will have the opportunity to vote for a candidate from a federal party. Please research the different platforms and policies of the various federal parties (Liberal, Conservative, New Democrat, Green, etc.) in order to make an informed decision on January 18th. See you at the polls!

Hockey Team: Please dismiss the members of the Boys Hockey Team TODAY at 2:15 pm for their game.

High School Intramurals: Today's games - GoGo Power Rangers vs Desperate School Kids and Grade 9 Shooters vs No Namez (scorers: Melissa, Christina). Tuesday's games: B2 is Cool vs Devon and the Super 7 and Jingle Turkeys vs Wokomoli Slingers (scorers: Paul and Adino).

Band Practice: Junior Band practice is TODAY at 3:10 pm in room 120. Senior Band will meet on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am. Intermediate Band meets on Tuesday at 3:10 pm. Due to Ski Club there will be no Junior Band rehearsal on Wednesday after school.

Waterloo Math Contest: The meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 18 in room 302 at 11:40 am. All students, who signed up to write the test, need to come.

Part-time work: Looking for female Math tutor for Grade a 6, 11 year old boy from St. Luke school. Pay will be $8.00/hour. Please contact Mrs. Grandpierre at 823-0314.

Yearbook Pictures Wanted: THE YEARBOOK IS LOOKING FOR YOUR PICTURES! Have you taken any great shots of school events, sports or activities? Have your parents taken any of you in action? (Choir, band, games, etc. )Grads - do you have any pictures that you'd like to see in the book? The yearbook is looking for these shots - have your pictures included in the yearbook! Put them on a disk or CD and bring them to room 207 (or slide them under the door) or bring them to the office to be put in Mrs. Birmingham's mailbox. The yearbook appreciates your contributions!

For the cast of "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" :

Please come for a costume meeting on the following dates at 11:45 am on stage:

Mon., Jan. 16 : William Beaton, John Wilgress, Russell Foote, Jessica Pearce, Dylan Yungblut

Tues., Jan. 17: Monica Lee, Stephanie Berardini, Lydia Aiyere, Brianna Conway,
Melissa Lamothe, Christina Blimkie

Wed., Jan. 18: Madelaine Kluska, Piotr Boruslaski, Natalie Noriega, Mariam Matti, Emma Bromley

Thurs., Jan. 19: Amanda Braks, Victoria Pijacki, Dan Caruso, Emilia Therens, Katie Shea

Fri., Jan. 20: William Onyeajv, Melanie Morton, Nathan Bradley, Vanessa Allen,
Brent James, Sarah Stewart

Friday, January 13, 2006

Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Students: Interested in joining the grade seven and eight "Writer's Workshop"? Please sign up with Ms. McGarry in room 312. Anyone with an interest in writing is encouraged to join.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: The grade 7 tryout is TODAY at 3:15.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Soccer: The final try-out for the 7/8 Boys Soccer team is Tuesday morning at 7:15 a.m. The first team practice is Wednesday, Jan. 18th after school.

Yearbook Pictures Wanted: THE YEARBOOK IS LOOKING FOR YOUR PICTURES! Have you taken any great shots of school events, sports or activities? Have your parents taken any of you in action? (Choir, band, games, etc. ) Grads - do you have any pictures that you'd like to see in the book? The yearbook is looking for these shots - have your pictures included in the yearbook! Put them on a disk or CD and bring them to room 207 (or slide them under the door) or bring them to the office to be put in Mrs. Birmingham's box. The yearbook appreciates your contributions!

Notice: Mr. Prigent's Gr. 10 Health class is asked to report to room 213 for period 2 TODAY.

Notice: There will be prayer in the chapel at 11:55 TODAY. Everyone is welcome.

High School Intramurals: Playoffs will be next week starting Monday, at lunch. Players are to consult the NEW schedule that is now posted.

Grade 12 Grad Yearbook: Members are asked to attend an IMPORTANT meeting TODAY, at 11:40 in room 112. Please bring your lunch and good ideas.

Social Justice: There is a meeting TODAY for anyone interested in social justice in the chapel at lunch.

Reach For The Top: If you have a fever for trivia, the only prescription is MORE Reach. The "Fruit Loops" challenge "Sir Shama Lama Ding Dong" TODAY at lunch in the Crazy Kitchen (La Cuisine Bizarre) Check out the mayhem!

Job Fair: FARM BOY Job Fair here at Mother Teresa H.S. TODAY from 3:00 pm– 8:00 pm.

CNML Contest: Congratulations to all 90 students who wrote the 3rd CNML contest of the year. Top scores are: Michael Li (10); Clare Reeler (10): Tony Risling (9); David Bae (8): Amanda Fancy, Brittany Johnson, Jennie Kim, Dorothy Lui, Matt Rose, and James Aitken (7).

Shad Valley: Shad Valley has decided to extend the submission date to January 27, 2006 for students from Mother Teresa High School. Application forms can be obtained through the website at www.shad.ca. Shad International has up to $300,000 available in bursaries and scholarships to help students cover the cost of attending the program. We do our very best to ensure that there are no financial obstacles for students.

Scholarship Notice: The Millennium Excellence Award Program recognizes, supports and encourages talented Canadians who make positive and significant contributions to the betterment of their communities, demonstrate a capacity for leadership and commit themselves to the pursuit of academic excellence and innovation.

There are three types of entrance awards: 100 national awards of $5,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $20,000: 241 provincial/territorial awards of $4,000, renewable for up to three additional years, for a total of $16,000 and 711 one-time local awards of $4,000. The deadline is January 20th. Application and info can be found at: http://www.blogger.com/www.excellenceaward.ca

Thursday, January 12, 2006

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Students: Interested in joining the grade seven and eight "Writer's Workshop"? Please sign up with Ms. McGarry in room 312. Anyone with an interest in writing is encouraged to join.

Grade 7 & 8 Soccer Practice: The grade 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is TODAY, after school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Tryouts will be this week for the students who signed up. The grade 7 tryout will be on Friday at 3:15. If you cannot attend, please inform Mr. Bouchard as soon as possible.

Mont Ste. Anne Ski Trip: There will be an important meeting for all those who signed up for the trip ... TODAY, at lunch, in room 103.

To the Cast of the School Play: Please come for a character study workshop TODAY at 3:15 on the stage.

High School Intramurals: There will be no intramurals today - Playoffs will be next week starting Monday, at lunch. Players are to consult the NEW schedule that will be posted Friday.

Hockey Team: Hockey players are reminded that they are to be dismissed after their period 3 class at 1:45 today. Bus leaves at 2:00 pm.

Youth Ministry: There will be a Youth Ministry meeting TODAY at lunch in the chapel.

Grade 12 Grad Yearbook: Members are asked to attend an IMPORTANT meeting on Friday, January 13 at 11:40 in room 112. Please bring your lunch and good ideas.

Alpine Ski Team: Our first "on hill" ski day is this Friday, January 13. The bus will at school at 7:00 am to pick us up to take us to Mt. Cascades and will be back at MT at approximately 5:00 pm. Please be on time. All team fees are now due! We also have dry land training TODAY after school.

Job Fair: FARM BOY is opening their new store in Barrhaven in early March. They will be holding a Job Fair here at Mother Teresa H.S. on Friday, January 13th from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, January 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Students can pick up application forms in the Student Services office.

Shad Valley: Shad Valley has decided to extend the submission date to January 27, 2006 for students from Mother Teresa High School. Application forms can be obtained through the website at www.shad.ca. Shad International has up to $300,000 available in bursaries and scholarships to help students cover the cost of attending the program. We do our very best to ensure that there are no financial obstacles for students.

Looking for Tutor: Looking for a male tutor for a Grade 8 student who is attending St. Joseph High School … preferably a Grade 11 student. Tutoring would be from Monday to Thursday evening for about an hour to an hour and a half and cover all subjects. For further information, please see Student Services.

Wednesday, January 11, 2006

Day 2

Grade 7 & 8 Soccer Practice: The grade 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is tomorrow, after school. The grade 7 & 8 Boys Soccer tryouts are TODAY, after school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Tryouts will be this week for the students who signed up. The grade 7 tryout will be on Friday at 3:15. If you cannot attend, please inform Mr. Bouchard as soon as possible.

Waterloo Math Contest: Meeting will be held TODAY in room 302 at 11:40 am. All interested students are welcome.

Community Service Hours Opportunity: Looking for one to two students this Friday, January 13th from 4:00 pm and Saturday, January 14th from 9:00 am to help with crowd control during the Farm Boy Career Fair being held in our atrium. See Student Services for more info.

Looking for Tutor: Looking for a male tutor for a Grade 8 student who is attending St. Joseph High School … preferably a Grade 11 student. Tutoring would be from Monday to Thursday evening for about an hour to an hour and a half and cover all subjects. For further information, please see Student Services.

Reach For The Top: Those "Gnomish Muffins a la Moose" face the powers of the "Alpha Beta Carrots" in trivia action TODAY at lunch in Room 200. This match has all the bookies in a huff....check out the madness!

Peer Helpers: Grade 7 homeroom visits will be on Thursday of this week. Please pick up the activity sheet from Student Services.

Youth Ministry: There will be a Youth Ministry meeting on Thursday at lunch in the chapel.

Job Fair: FARM BOY is opening their new store in Barrhaven in early March. They will be holding a Job Fair here at Mother Teresa H.S. on Friday, January 13th from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, January 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Students can pick up application forms and resume/interview pointers in the Career Centre TODAY during lunch.

Exam Schedule: The Grade 9-12 exam schedule for the first semester has been released and a copy can be found on the school website at: www.motherteresahs.ca

Ski Club: All members of the Ski Club who did not get their picture taken, must do so TODAY at 11:45 a.m. in room 109. You will need your ski club card to get on the bus.

Alpine Ski Team: Our first "on hill" ski day is this Friday, January 13. The bus will at school at 7:00 am to pick us up to take us to Mt. Cascades and will be back at MT at approximately 5:00 pm. Please be on time. All team fees are now due! We also have dry land training on Thursday, January 12.

Mont Ste. Anne Ski Trip: There will be an important meeting for all those who signed up for the trip on Thursday, Jan. 12, at lunch, in room 103.

Library News:

1. All library books signed out before the holidays are now past due. The fine is $0.20 per day.

2. The Red Maple Reading Club will meet TODAY at 12:30 pm. Please bring your lunch and your book.

3. The library is open Monday to Thursday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. With exams approaching, library hours can be extended. Any students needing to stay later than 4:00 pm are asked to see Mrs. B. Zvonar beforehand.

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Soccer Practice: The grade 7/8 Girls Soccer practice is TODAY and Thursday this week, after school. The grade 7 & 8 Boys Soccer tryouts will be on Wednesday this week, after school.

Grade 7 & 8 Boys Basketball: Tryouts will be this week for the students who signed up. The grade 7 tryout will be on Friday at 3:15 and the grade 8 tryout will be on Tuesday at 3:15. If you cannot attend your respective tryout, please inform Mr. Bouchard as soon as possible.

Exam Schedule: The Grade 9-12 exam schedule for the first semester has been released as of today and a copy can be found on the school website at: www.motherteresahs.ca

Ski Club: All members of the Ski Club who did not get their picture taken, must do so on Wednesday at 11:45 a.m. in room 109. You will need your ski club card to get on the bus.

Reach for the Top: Round Two continues TODAY at lunch in The Crazy Kitchen. "Mary Tyler Morphine" meets "Tim Burton's Rebellion" in what should be a real New Year nail-biter. Participants are advised to check out the posted schedule for up and coming matches.

Alpine Ski Team: Our first "on hill" ski day is this Friday, January 13. The bus will at school at 7:00 am to pick us up to take us to Mt. Cascades and will be back at MT at approximately 5:00 pm. Please be on time. All team fees are now due! We also have dry land training this week TODAY and Thursday, January 12.

Mont Ste. Anne Ski Trip: There will be an important meeting for all those who signed up for the trip on Thursday, Jan. 12 in room 103.

Shad Valley: Shad Valley has decided to extend the submission date to January 27, 2006 for students from Mother Teresa High School. Application forms can be obtained through the website at www.shad.ca. Shad International has up to $300,000 available in bursaries and scholarships to help students cover the cost of attending the program. We do our very best to ensure that there are no financial obstacles for students.

Library News:

1. All library books signed out before the holidays were due yesterday. No fine will be charged for books returned today. However, after today, a fine of $0.20 will be charged for each day.

2. The Red Maple Reading Club will meet Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 12:30 pm. Please bring your lunch and your book.

3. The library is open Monday to Thursday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. With exams approaching, library hours can be extended. Any students needing to stay later than 4:00 pm are asked to see Mrs. B. Zvonar beforehand.

Ontario University Applications: TOMORROW is the deadline for submitting your Ontario University application. Be sure you have your PIN number to complete your application. If you are missing your number or you need help with your application, please see your counselor ASAP. Online application is done at: www.ouac.on.ca/101 .

Monday, January 9, 2006

Day 2

THOUGHT FOR THE NEW YEAR


The Essence of Destiny


Watch your thoughts, for they become words.

Choose your words, for they become actions.

Understand your actions, for they become habits.

Study your habits, for they will become your character.

Develop your character, for it becomes your destiny.



ANNOUNCEMENTS


Ontario University Applications: This Wednesday (Jan. 11th) is the deadline for submitting your Ontario University application. Be sure you have your PIN number to complete your application. If you are missing your number or you need help with your application, please see your counselor ASAP. The online application is done at: www.ouac.on.ca/101 .

Ski Team: There will be a practice tomorrow (Tuesday) after school.