Friday, December 19, 2008

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

7/8 GIRLS FLOORBALL (FLOOR HOCKEY): Try-outs on Tuesday, January 6th, 3:10 – 4:15 p.m. and Thursday, January 8th, 3:10 – 4:15 p.m. Location C/D Gym with Ms. McKenna.

7/8 BOYS FLOORBALL AND COED TCHOUKBALL: Any boys wishing to tryout for the Floorball team, please sign up on Mr. MacCuaig and Ms. McKenna's Phys Ed office door. Any boys or girls wishing to tryout for the Coed Tchoukball team, please do the same. The tryout/practice schedule is posted on the door. Tryouts begin January 7th.

TITAN CLOTHING: If your Titan clothing order included a hoodie, your order will be delivered today, in homeroom.

GRAD WRITE-UPS: Attention Grads! You can submit your grad write-up by email starting today! Information about grad write-ups is being distributed in grade 12 homerooms on Thursday and Friday. Extra copies of the handout can be found in the library and the main office. Please follow the instructions carefully to ensure your write-up will be included. All grad write-ups must be received absolutely no later than Friday, January 9 at 3:05 pm. Make sure you get a confirmation email to indicate your write-up has been received.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: The dry land training session tomorrow has been cancelled. Practices will resume in the new year (first Tuesday back).

Thursday, December 18, 2008

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

SPIRIT WEEK CONTINUES: Friday is Bundle Up Day, beat the cold and snuggle up.

7/8 GIRLS FLOORBALL (FLOOR HOCKEY): Try-outs on Tuesday, January 6th, 3:10 – 4:15 p.m. and Thursday, January 8th, 3:10 – 4:15 p.m. Location C/D Gym with Ms. McKenna.

TITAN CLOTHING: Most of the Titan clothing order has arrived. It will be delivered to your homeroom class this morning (Thursday). If you ordered a hoodie your entire order will be delayed until Friday (tomorrow). Thank you for your patience.

GRAD WRITE_UPS: Attention Grads! You can submit your grad write-up by email starting today! Information about grad write-ups is being distributed in grade 12 homerooms on Thursday and Friday. Extra copies of the handout can be found in the library and the main office. Please follow the instructions carefully to ensure your write-up will be included. All grad write-ups must be received absolutely no later than Friday, January 9 at 3:05 pm. Make sure you get a confirmation email to indicate your write-up has been received.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: The dry land training session tomorrow has been cancelled. Practices will resume in the new year (first Tuesday back).

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK CONTINUES: Thursday is Christmas Hat Day, wear a festive hat and Friday is Bundle Up Day, beat the cold and snuggle up. Let's have a fun week before the Christmas Holidays. Also, don't forget to get your picture taken with Santa TODAY ($2.00/photo). .

7/8 GIRLS FLOORBALL TRY-OUTS: If any girls are interested in trying out for the first ever 'floorball' team please sign up in front of Ms. McKenna's door this week. The tournament is being held at Mother Teresa on Monday, January 26th.

CANDY CANE TELEGRAMS are being sold in the atrium this week during both the high school and 7/8 lunch. Deliveries will be made today and Friday mornings in homeroom. Send special Christmas messages to your friends, loved ones and even teachers. Candy cane-o-grams are 1.00 each or 3 for 2.00. This exciting event is brought to you by the Prom Committee.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: Championship game TODAY at lunch! Come out and support these teams!

ALPINE SKI TEAM: Practice Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK CONTINUES: TODAY is Tropical Day, so break out the summer gear, Wednesday is Red and Green Day, feel the Christmas spirit, Thursday is Christmas Hat Day, wear a festive hat and Friday is Bundle Up Day, beat the cold and snuggle up. Let's have a fun week before the Christmas Holidays. Also, don't forgot to make a Christmas ornament today during homeroom, deck the halls on Tuesday and get your picture taken with Santa on Wednesday ($2.00/photo).

ATTENTION JINGLE BELL JURY CAST MEMBERS: There will be a very brief, but important meeting at the beginning of lunch TODAY, in room 240. Please bring your lunches.

ATTENTION SINGERS: Could Victoria Petrelli, Gina Rampulla, Emma Aker, Thomas Dewe and Megan Garden please attend a brief, but important meeting at the beginning of lunch TODAY, in room 240. Please bring your lunches.

GRADE 7/8 MATH DROP-IN: A reminder to all 7/8 students that the math drop-in is on TODAY, at lunch, in Room 238 with Mrs. Duff (bring your food). Peer "tutors" should also come today. Any grade 7 and 8 students are welcome to come in and work on math homework, ask other kids or a teacher questions, and work in groups or alone.

7/8 GIRLS FLOORBALL TRY-OUTS: If any girls are interested in trying out for the first ever 'floorball' team please sign up in front of Ms. McKenna's door this week. The tournament is being held at Mother Teresa on Monday, January 26th.

CANDY CANE TELEGRAMS are being sold in the atrium this week during both the high school and 7/8 lunch. Deliveries will be made on Wednesday and Friday mornings in homeroom. Send special Christmas messages to your friends, loved ones and even teachers. Candy cane-o-grams are 1.00 each or 3 for 2.00. This exciting event is brought to you by the Prom Committee.

MATH CONTEST: The 3rd CNML Math contest takes place TODAY during period 1. Students wishing to participate should report to room 317 or 322 immediately following the announcements. Please bring a pencil and a calculator. Everyone is welcome to participate.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: The Senior Girls Volleyball team should be excused at 2:35 today to catch their bus at 2:45 to Bell H.S. Please meet in the atrium.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: In semi final action TODAY we have T&T vs Air Force I. Championship game to follow on Wednesday at lunch! Come out and support these teams!

GRADE 9 AND 10 HOMEROOMS: Reminder that first two practices for junior volleyball are on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. Practices start at 7:30 a.m. in the wood floor gym. Be changed and ready by 7:30. If interested but can't get to either practice, please see Ms. Soprovich in rm. 205.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: Practice TODAY in room 303 at lunch and Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

Monday, December 15, 2008

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

LIBRARY NOTICE: Library Books can be signed out over Christmas. Please remember to renew any books that are due before Christmas break.

SPIRIT WEEK CONTINUES: Tuesday is Tropical Day, so break out the summer gear, Wednesday is Red and Green Day, feel the Christmas spirit, Thursday is Christmas Hat Day, wear a festive hat and Friday is Bundle Up Day, beat the cold and snuggle up. Let's have a fun week before the Christmas Holidays. Also, don't forgot to make a Christmas ornament today during homeroom, deck the halls on Tuesday and get your picture taken with Santa on Wednesday ($2.00/photo).

CANDY CANE TELEGRAMS are being sold in the atrium this week during both the high school and 7/8 lunch. Deliveries will be made on Wednesday and Friday mornings in homeroom. Send special Christmas messages to your friends, loved ones and even teachers. Candy cane-o-grams are 1.00 each or 3 for 2.00. This exciting event is brought to you by the Prom Committee.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: In semi final action we have Flight 27 "We Takin' Off" vs "J" Squad TODAY at lunch. Tuesday, we have T&T vs Air Force I. Championship game to follow on Wednesday at lunch! Come out and support these teams!

KNITTING CLUB: The Knitting Club will meet today during HS lunch in the library seminar room. We will be taking our yearbook photo at this meeting, so any students who gave knitting a try are welcome to join us for the photo. New members are also welcome to come and learn this useful and creative skill - we have supplies available to get you started.

CAESAR CAST MEMBERS: A reminder of the full rehearsal after school today on stage at 3:15.

GRADE 9 AND 10 HOMEROOMS: Reminder that first two practices for junior volleyball are on Wed and Thurs of this week. Practices start at 7:30 in the wood floor gym. Be changed and ready by 7:30. If interested but can't get to either practice, please see Ms. Soprovich in rm. 205.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Grads are reminded to start their applications to Ontario colleges and/or universities by going online and beginning the process. College applications are done at: www.ontariocolleges.ca and University applications are done at: www.ouac.on.ca/101. Deadline for university application is Jan. 14 and for colleges it’s Feb. 1. Information sheets for college applications can be picked up in the Student Services office. Information for university applications can be found on the PIN Access Letters that were distributed to students in November. For additional assistance, go to the Mother Teresa H.S. web site at: mths.ca and click on the NEWS and DOCS tab and select Grads. You will find tutorials on how to apply.

VOLUNTEER WITH CANADIAN RED CROSS: The Canadian Red Cross is launching a Youth Action Ambassador Program (YAAP) in January 2009. Their goal is to train outgoing, energetic students on global humanitarian issues (such as The Problem of Landmines & Cluster Munitions, Children in Conflict, Malaria & HIV/AIDS, Vulnerable Communities in Canada) & the international role/activities of the Red Cross Movement. Newly trained youth volunteers would act as "ambassadors" for the Red Cross in their respective schools by helping to raise awareness on important humanitarian issues. If interested, there is a YAAP information session on TODAY @ 5:30 pm at 340 Catherine St. Please RSVP to Cameron Ketchum (613-560-7220 X301 or cameron.ketchum@redcross.ca) if you plan to attend the meeting. See Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 for more information.

BABYSITTER WANTED: Urgent. Looking to make some money, one hour a day Monday to Friday? Looking for a babysitter for two children, a boy and a girl, aged 8 and 11 with slight intellectual challenges, who live near St. Luke's elementary school. Time required is between 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Please contact Luis Costa Pereira at 613 825-2078.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: All permission forms and $ are now due to Mr. Steinke, Mrs. Earle, or Mrs. Brady. Also practices are held weekly Tuesday in room 303 at lunch and Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

GRAD GROUP PHOTO: Attention all grads! TODAY, we will be taking the grad group photo for the yearbook. Grade 12 students will be called down to the cafeteria at the END of period 3. Please be sure to attend because there will not be a retake.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

Friday, December 12, 2008

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

YEARBOOK SALES: Today is the last day to buy a yearbook! They will be on sale in front of the cafeteria doors everyday during BOTH high school and 7/8 lunch. This is your last chance to buy a yearbook - they will NOT be sold after today, so buy your 2009 yearbook now, before it's too late! Extra order forms are available in the office and on the MT website. Yearbooks are $45 (personalization is $5 extra) and payment must be made by cheque.

NOTICE: The library will be closed after school today.

LIBRARY NOTICE: Library Books can be signed out over Christmas. Please remember to renew any books that are due before Christmas break.

CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEK: Monday is Rudolph Day come dressed as Santa's favorite reindeer, Tuesday is Tropical Day, so break out the summer gear, Wednesday is Christmas Hat Day, wear a festive hat, Thursday is Red and Green Day, feel the Christmas spirit and Friday is Bundle Up Day, beat the cold and snuggle up. Let's have a fun week before Christmas Holidays. Also, don't forget to deck the halls on Tuesday and get your picture taken with Santa on Wednesday.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Grads are reminded to start their applications to Ontario colleges and/or universities by going online and beginning the process. College applications are done at: www.ontariocolleges.ca and University applications are done at: www.ouac.on.ca/101. Deadline for university application is Jan. 14 and for colleges it’s Feb. 1. Information sheets for college applications can be picked up in the Student Services office. Information for university applications can be found on the PIN Access Letters that were distributed to students in November. For additional assistance, go to the Mother Teresa H.S. web site at: mths.ca and click on the NEWS and DOCS tab and select Grads. You will find tutorials on how to apply.

VOLUNTEER WITH CANADIAN RED CROSS: The Canadian Red Cross is launching a Youth Action Ambassador Program (YAAP) in January 2009. Their goal is to train outgoing, energetic students on global humanitarian issues (such as The Problem of Landmines & Cluster Munitions, Children in Conflict, Malaria & HIV/AIDS, Vulnerable Communities in Canada) & the international role/activities of the Red Cross Movement. Newly trained youth volunteers would act as "ambassadors" for the Red Cross in their respective schools by helping to raise awareness on important humanitarian issues. If interested, there is a YAAP information session on Monday, December 15th @ 5:30pm at 340 Catherine St. Please RSVP to Cameron Ketchum (613-560-7220 X301 or cameron.ketchum@redcross.ca) if you plan to attend the meeting. See Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130 for more information.

BABYSITTER WANTED: Urgent. Looking to make some money, one hour a day Monday to Friday? Looking for a babysitter for two children, a boy and a girl, aged 8 and 11 with slight intellectual challenges, who live near St. Luke's elementary school. Time required is between 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Please contact Luis Costa Pereira at 613 825-2078.

GRADE 9 AND 10 HOMEROOMS: Any junior girl interested in playing on the junior volleyball next semester, first practices are on Wednesday, Dec. 17th and Thursday, Dec. 18th at 7:30 am. Come prepared to show off what you can do, but open to all levels/abilities. Gym to be identified next week.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: All permission forms and $ are now due to Mr. Steinke, Mrs. Earle, or Mrs. Brady. Also practices are held weekly Tuesday in room 303 at lunch and Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

BASKETBALL INTRAMURALS: Check the bulletin board outside the gym for clarification of changes due to Wednesday’s cancellations.

WANT TO MAKE SOME DOUGH?! Domino’s Pizza, opening soon at 3500 Fallowfield Road, is NOW HIRING. All positions available including drivers, supervisors, and customer service representatives. Ages 15+ welcome to apply. Please e-mail resumes to: narezny88@hotmail.com. Interviews will be set up this weekend.

GRAD GROUP PHOTO: Attention all grads! On Monday, December 15, we will be taking the grad group photo for the yearbook. Grade 12 students will be called down to the cafeteria at the END of period 3. Please be sure to attend because there will not be a retake.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 GIRLS HANDBALL: Please see Ms. McKenna today at some point for information about your tournament TOMORROW (Friday, December 12th).

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Takes place TODAY at 1:00. It will be a battle of wits between the Flying Tacos and Ham in Ms. Curtis' room 233.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: The 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts is taking place TONIGHT at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at lunch just outside the cafeteria. Bring your money down to lunch with you. Tickets cost $5 each.

YEARBOOK SALES: There are only 2 days left to buy a yearbook! They will be on sale in front of the cafeteria doors everyday during BOTH high school and 7/8 lunch until Friday, December 12. This is your last chance to buy a yearbook - they will NOT be sold after this date, so buy your 2009 yearbook now, before it's too late! Extra order forms are available in the office and on the MT website. Yearbooks are $45 (personalization is $5 extra) and payment must be made by cheque.

LIBRARY NOTICE: Library Books can be signed out over Christmas. Please remember to renew any books that are due before Christmas break.

GRADE 9 AND 10 HOMEROOMS: Any junior girl interested in playing on the junior volleyball next semester, first practices are on Wednesday, Dec. 17th and Thursday, Dec. 18th at 7:30 am. Come prepared to show off what you can do, but open to all levels/abilities. Gym to be identified next week.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: All permission forms and $ are now due to Mr. Steinke, Mrs. Earle, or Mrs. Brady. Also practices are held weekly Tuesday in room 303 at lunch and Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

CAPPIES: Please meet in Rm 138 at the start of lunch TODAY.

BASKETBALL INTRAMURALS: Due to the snow day yesterday, games from yesterday will be played today and those from today will be played tomorrow. Check the bulletin board outside the gym for clarification.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Come out tonight to see the girls take on St. Paul's at 4:00 in the wood floor gym. Good luck ladies!

SCOREKEEPERS NEEDED! The Senior Girls volleyball team is looking for scorekeepers for TODAY’s game. Please see Miss. Kuchma if interested. If you have expressed interest in the past, please come by again to confirm you can make it today. Community service hours will be awarded.

LIVE IT UP! There will be a Live it Up meeting TODAY, at lunch, in student services. Bring your lunch and your ideas for Nutrition month.

WANT TO MAKE SOME DOUGH?! Domino’s Pizza, opening soon at 3500 Fallowfield Road, is NOW HIRING. All positions available including drivers, supervisors, and customer service representatives. Ages 15+ welcome to apply. Please e-mail resumes to: narezny88@hotmail.com. Interviews will be set up this weekend.

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all the outdoor club students interested in going indoor rock climbing pick up a form from Mr. Francoeur in room 103. The activity will take place this weekend.

GRADS: For those students who have received their grad proofs, Lifetouch will be here TODAY, in the Atrium, to take orders for picture packages.

GRAD GROUP PHOTO: Attention all grads! On Monday, December 15, we will be taking the grad group photo for the yearbook. Grade 12 students will be called down to the cafeteria at the END of period 3. Please be sure to attend because there will not be a retake.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP.

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

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

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Takes place on Thursday, December 11, at 1:00. It will be a battle of wits between the Flying Tacos and Ham in Ms. Curtis' room 233.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: The 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts is taking place Thursday, December 11th at 7 p.m. Ticket Sales continue every day at lunch just outside the cafeteria. Bring your money down to lunch with you. Tickets cost $5 each and will be available for purchase until Thursday.

MANGA CLUB meeting will be TODAY, at lunch. Plans for a Christmas party will be made during this meeting.

YEARBOOK SALES: There are only 3 days left to buy a yearbook! They will be on sale in front of the cafeteria doors everyday during BOTH high school and 7/8 lunch until Friday. December 12. This is your last chance to buy a yearbook - they will NOT be sold after this date, so buy your 2009 yearbook now, before it's too late! Extra order forms are available in the office and on the MT website. Yearbooks are $45 (personalization is $5 extra) and payment must be made by cheque.

LIBRARY NOTICE: Library Books can be signed out over Christmas. Please remember to renew any books that are due before Christmas break.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: All permission forms and $ are now due to Mr. Steinke, Mrs. Earle, or Mrs. Brady. Also practices are held weekly Tuesday in room 303 at lunch and Thursday after school in the dance studio. New members are welcome to join us.

CAPPIES: Please meet in Rm 138 at the start of lunch TODAY.

SCOREKEEPERS NEEDED! The Senior Girls volleyball team is looking for scorekeepers for this Thursday, Dec. 11th's game. Please see Miss. Kuchma if interested. If you have expressed interest in the past, please come by again to confirm you can make Thursday's game. Community service hours will be awarded.

LIVE IT UP! There will be a Live it Up meeting on Thursday, at lunch, in student services. Bring your lunch and your ideas for Nutrition month.

WANT TO MAKE SOME DOUGH?! Domino’s Pizza, opening soon at 3500 Fallowfield Road, is NOW HIRING. All positions available including drivers, supervisors, and customer service representatives. Ages 15+ welcome to apply. Please e-mail resumes to: narezny88@hotmail.com. Interviews will be set up this weekend.

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all the outdoor club students interested in going indoor rock climbing pick up a form from Mr. Francoeur in room 103. The activity will take place this weekend.

GRAD GROUP PHOTO: Attention all grads! On Monday, December 15, we will be taking the grad group photo for the yearbook. Grade 12 students will be called down to the cafeteria at the END of period 3. Please be sure to attend because there will not be a retake.

GRADS - OLD PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Remember those hilarious photos you took of you and your friends in grades 7, 8, and 9? Well, now's your chance to bring them back! We want your old photos to put in the yearbook! Please bring your "old school" photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services before Friday, December 19. Please make sure your name and homeroom is written on the back of the photo so it can be returned to you.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Grads are reminded to start their applications to Ontario colleges and/or universities by going online and beginning the process. College applications are done at: www.ontariocolleges.ca and University applications are done at: www.ouac.on.ca/101. Deadline for university application is Jan. 14 and for colleges it’s Feb. 1. Information sheets for college applications can be picked up in the Student Services office. Information for university applications can be found on the PIN Access Letters that were distributed to students in November. For additional assistance go to the Mother Teresa H.S. web site at: mths.ca and click on the NEWS and DOCS tab and select Grads. You will find tutorials on how to apply.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP. Also, for those who have received their proofs, Lifetouch will be here this Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Atrium, to take orders for picture packages.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

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

7/8 NOTICE: Could the following students speak to Mrs. Jewitt in room 332 during homeroom today: Megan Garden, Thomas Dewe, Emma Aker & Gina Rampulla.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Takes place on Thursday, December 11, at 1:00. It will be a battle of wits between the Flying Tacos and Ham in Ms. Curtis' room 233.

7/8 MATH DROP-IN: Stuck on a math problem? Like working on math homework with a buddy? 7/8 Math drop-in time begins TODAY in Room 238 at lunch. It will begin at 12:40.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: The 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts is taking place Thursday, December 11th at 7 p.m. Ticket Sales continue every day at lunch just outside the cafeteria. Bring your money down to lunch with you. Tickets cost $5 each and will be available for purchase until Thursday.

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Are you an artist? Did you create a fabulous piece of Art for an assignment in one of your classes? We are gathering Art work created by our talented Grade 7 & 8 artists to be displayed at our 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts. Bring your art work to Mrs. Curtis in room 233 before Wednesday, December 10th.

MANGA CLUB meeting will be on Wednesday this week. Plans for a Christmas party will be made during this meeting.

SENIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: You are excused at 2:50 today for your game at St. Joe's. Please meet Miss Kuchma in Room 134 to get the equipment and taxi chits before taking the cabs at 3:00 from the side door in the new wing.

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all the outdoor club students interested in going indoor rock climbing pick up a form from Mr. Francoeur in room 103. The activity will take place this weekend.

NON-HOMEROOM STUDENTS: If you would like to contribute to a Christmas Hamper for a needy family, please drop by the library. Thanks to the students that have already brought in food items. Your generosity is appreciated.

NOTICE: During high school lunch we are selling Jam-A-Grams until Wednesday, Dec 10. For $2.00 you get a bag of candy and a special song delivered to your friend’s class. We will be delivering Dec 11-Dec 12, so come out and buy something special for a friend. Profits go to charity.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP. Also, for those who have received their proofs, Lifetouch will be here this Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Atrium, to take orders for picture packages.

YEARBOOK SALES: You can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

Monday, December 8, 2008

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

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Are you an artist? Did you create a fabulous piece of Art for an assignment in one of your classes? We are gathering Art work created by our talented Grade 7 & 8 artists to be displayed at our 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts. Bring your art work to Mrs. Curtis in room 233 before Wednesday, December 10th.

MANGA CLUB meeting will be on Wednesday this week. Plans for a Christmas party will be made during this meeting.

NON-HOMEROOM STUDENTS: If you would like to contribute to a Christmas Hamper for a needy family, please drop by the library. Thanks to the students that have already brought in food items. Your generosity is appreciated.

WOW! Don’t forget! Join us for Sundae Mondays, today in the caf. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free dessert

NOTICE: During high school lunch we are selling Jam-A-Grams until Wednesday, Dec 10. For $2.00 you get a bag of candy and a special song delivered to your friend’s class. We will be delivering Dec 11-Dec 12, so come out and buy something special for a friend. Profits go to charity.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP. Also, for those who have received their proofs, Lifetouch will be here this Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Atrium, to take orders for picture packages.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

Friday, December 5, 2008

GRADE 7/8 MATH STUDENTS: Any Grade 7 or 8 who is interested in volunteering to help other students at the 7/8 Math Drop-In Center on Tuesdays at 7/8 lunch, please see Mrs. Duff in room 238 TODAY at the start of lunch. If we have enough volunteers, we can set up a schedule.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS VOCAL PERFORMANCES: Attention all students who are singing at the Festival of the Arts – Today is the last day to submit a labelled CD with a copy the music for your performance to Mrs. Jewitt in room 332.

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Are you an artist? Did you create a fabulous piece of Art for an assignment in one of your classes? We are gathering Art work created by our talented Grade 7 & 8 artists to be displayed at our 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts. Bring your art work to Mrs. Curtis in room 233 before Wednesday, December 10th.

WOW! Don’t forget, Monday is your favourite day! The Parent Council will be making ice cream sundaes in the cafeteria. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, fat-free frozen dessert. Join us for Sundae Mondays. Remind you friends to bring their “Sundae money”.

NOTICE: During high school lunch we are selling Jam-A-Grams from Dec 4- Dec 10. For $2.00 you get a bag of candy & a special song delivered to your friends class. We will be delivering Dec 11-Dec 12, so come out & buy somthing special for a friend & profits go to charity.

SR. WRESTLING TEAM: There will be a mandatory meeting TODAY at 11:45 am sharp in the Dance Studio. All team members must be present. Be prompt.

LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT DURING THE MARCH BREAK? Camp des Voyageurs Tim Horton is looking for people to join their team. Competitive wages and great experience gained while helping economically disadvantaged children. Please send your resume to: Myriam Lacerte, Program Manager, 60 chemin du Canal, C.P. 310, Quyon, QC, JOX 2VO, phone 819 458-3164; fax: 819 458-3181; lacerte_myriam@timhortons.com

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

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

GRADE 7/8 MATH STUDENTS: Any Grade 7 or 8 who is interested in volunteering to help other students at the 7/8 Math Drop-In Center on Tuesdays at 7/8 lunch, please see Mrs. Duff in room 238 Friday, December 5 at the start of lunch. If we have enough volunteers, we can set up a schedule.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS VOCAL PERFORMANCES: Attention all students who are singing at the Festival of the Arts - You are required to submit a labelled CD with a copy the music for your performance to Mrs. Jewitt in room 332 by Friday, December 5th.

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Are you an artist? Did you create a fabulous piece of Art for an assignment in one of your classes? We are gathering Art work created by our talented Grade 7 & 8 artists to be displayed at our 3rd Annual Festival of the Arts. Bring your art work to Mrs. Curtis in room 233 before Wednesday, December 10th.

GRADE 7/8 GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL: There will be an important meeting for the girls' volleyball team in Ms. McGarry's room (333) at 8:15 on Friday morning. We are going to take the team picture, so attendance is important.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: TODAY, in Ms. Curtis' class, room 233, at 12:20 p.m. The Awesome Possums take on the Purple Monkey Nuggets.

HO-HO-HO ONLY 6 DAYS TO GO! Hey Titans: Our first annual Titans home room breakfast is happening on Friday, December 12th!!! That gives you 7 school days to buy your tickets in your home room. The cost is $5.00. This is a school fundraiser. All the money raised will be used to continue to make Mother Teresa the best school in Barrhaven !!!.

NOTICE: During high school lunch we are selling Jam-A-Grams from Dec 4- Dec 10. For $2.00 you get a bag of candy & a special song delivered to your friends class. We will be delivering Dec 11-Dec 12, so come out & buy somthing special for a friend & profits go to charity.

LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT DURING THE MARCH BREAK? Camp des Voyageurs Tim Horton is looking for people to join their team. Competitive wages and great experience gained while helping economically disadvantaged children. Please send your resume to: Myriam Lacerte, Program Manager, 60 chemin du Canal, C.P. 310, Quyon, QC, JOX 2VO, phone 819 458-3164; fax: 819 458-3181; lacerte_myriam@timhortons.com

CONGRATULATIONS TO CAPPIES Mitchell Kearney and Shayanne Samarasinghe. Both were published in yesterday's Citizen for their exceptionally well-written reviews. Way to go, boys! Keep up the good work, Cappies!

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: Don’t forget our bake sale in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP.

TUTOR WANTED: We are looking for a French tutor for a 5 year old boy, living in the Woodroffe/Stoneway area. The tutor would spend one hour a week tutoring the boy in French language. This can be done for Community Service hours or $10 per hour. If you are interested, please see Ms. Antoine in the Music room (room 120).

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all members of the outdoor club please meet in room 103 TODAY at 11:50 am fro a very brief but important meeting?

ATTENTION MT SPORTS FANS: TODAY: Girls Volleyball - 1st HOME game – 4:00 pm vs Woodroffe.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

SCHEDULE FOR Thursday, Dec. 4

High School Timetable

8:55-10:10 - Homeroom and Period 1
10:15-11:15 - Period 2
11:20-12:00 - Lunch
12:05-1:00 - Period 3
1:05-2:05 - Period 4

Grade 7/8 Timetable

8:55-9:05 - Homeroom
9:05-9:48 - Period 1
9:50-10:33 - Period 2
10:35-11:18 - Period 3
11:20-12:00 - Period 4
12:00-12:42 - Lunch
12:45-1:24 - Period 5
1:26-2:05 - Period 6

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

GRADE 7/8 GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL: There will be an important meeting for the girls' volleyball team in Ms. McGarry's room (333) at 8:15 on Friday morning. We are going to take the team picture, so attendance is important.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Thursday, December 4, in Ms. Curtis' class, room 233, at 12:20 p.m. The Awesome Possums take on the Purple Monkey Nuggets.

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Continues until Thursday. Drop your daily guesses off in the library.

HO-HO-HO ONLY 7 DAYS TO GO! Hey Titans: Our first annual Titans home room breakfast is happening on Friday, December 12th!!! That gives you 8 school days to buy your tickets in your home room. The cost is $5.00. This is a school fundraiser. All the money raised will be used to continue to make Mother Teresa the best school in Barrhaven !!!.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: Don’t forget our bake sale in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM: A representative from STS (Student Travel Schools) will be here today, at H.S. lunch, in the Atrium to explain to students (ages 14 - 18) the many opportunities for student exchanges to other countries. If you are interested, drop by and pick up a brochure. For more information, check out their website at: www.stseastern.ca

NOTICE TO GRADS: Missed getting your grad photos taken? Graduation Portrait sign up sheets are available in Student Services for those students who are on the waiting list. There are two days set aside for the portraits; all day Thursday, December 18th and morning only on Friday, December 19th. Sign up in Student Services ASAP.

TUTOR WANTED: We are looking for a French tutor for a 5 year old boy, living in the Woodroffe/Stoneway area. The tutor would spend one hour a week tutoring the boy in French language. This can be done for Community Service hours or $10 per hour. If you are interested, please see Ms. Antoine in the Music room (room 120).

NOTICE: Could all the students who are going to Mont Ste-Anne in February please meet in room 103 TODAY at 12:00 pm for a brief, but very important, meeting. Please see Mr. Francoeur if you can't attend.

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all members of the outdoor club please meet in room 103 on Thursday at 11:50 am fro a very brief but important meeting?

ATTENTION MT SPORTS FANS: Come support your MT Athletics this week. TODAY: Girls Hockey - Quarter Finals – 3:00 pm @ Peplinski Arena vs Glebe. Thursday, December 4th: Girls Volleyball - 1st HOME game – 4:00 pm vs Woodroffe.

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! The Co-op Career Fair will take place this week on Thursday, December 4 during periods 3 and 4 (12:00 – 2:05). Please remind your employers that you need to be at school on Thursday for the co-op fair. You need to set up your project in the Atrium at noon. Class visits will start at 12:05. Morning co-op students should report to room 318 to finish up co-op work for periods 1 and 2.

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA INFO EVENING: On Thursday, December 4 the University of Ottawa will host an information meeting for prospective university students and their parents. The English presentations take place at 6:15 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the Jack Turcot University Centre at 85 University St. There is a concurrent Information Fair which runs from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For event details go to www.admission.uOttawa.ca.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Thursday, December 4, in Ms. Curtis' class, room 233, at 12:20 p.m. The Awesome Possums take on the Purple Monkey Nuggets.

7/8 GIRLS HANDBALL PRACTICE: Mandatory practice TODAY, 3:05 - 4:15 PM.

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Continues until Thursday. Drop your daily guesses off in the library.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed after school on Tuesday.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: We want to help in the fight against breast cancer. Now until Thursday December 4th a bake sale with a Christmas theme will run in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. Don’t forget to bring your money! Remember everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer!

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all members of the outdoor club please meet in room 103 on Thursday at 11:50 am fro a very brief but important meeting?

ATTN: GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: You are excused at 1:35 today to catch the bus at 1:45. Please meet Miss. Kuchma in the wood floor gym at 1:35 to get equipment. Permission forms and athletic fees must be submitted prior to loading the bus.

ATTENTION ALL CO-OP STUDENTS! The Co-op Career Fair will take place this week on Thursday, December 4 during periods 3 and 4 (12:00 – 2:05). Please remind your employers that you need to be at school on Thursday for the co-op fair. You need to set up your project in the Atrium at noon. Class visits will start at 12:05. Morning co-op students should report to room 318 to finish up co-op work for periods 1 and 2.

CONGRATULATIONS! The contest to re-name a newspaper page for Mother Teresa High School (within The Barrhaven Independent newspaper) has been won. Congratulations to Mrs. Simpson for the winning entry. MT’s stories can now be found under the “Mother Teresa Titan Tattler” heading. Mrs. Simpson has won a $25 gift certificate for Indigo bookstore.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: There will be a practice today during high school lunch in room 303. Be sure to attend because final numbers are needed for the bus to Mt. St. Marie on December 17.

NOTICE: Could all the students who are going to Mont Ste-Anne in February please meet in room 103 Wednesday at 12:00 pm for a brief, but very important, meeting. Please see Mr. Francoeur if you can't attend.

ORTONA PARTICIPANTS: A reminder to all students that went on the Ortona trip of the meeting, at lunch TODAY. Bring you pictures (on a CD or your memory card) with you.

PEER HELPERS: There will be a Peer Helper meeting TODAY at the start of lunch in Room 134.

PART-TIME JOBS AVAILABLE: The Bay at Bayshore wants you. Looking for 40 students, age 16 and over for the Xmas Elf Program. You will be required to work weekends and will be responsible for maintaining the look and Xmas spirit in the key departments. While employed, you will benefit from their associate shopping discount. If you would like to join their team, please email your availability to LYNNE.WIGMORE@HBC.COM and in the subject field enter Christmas Elf. They will be hosting interviews over the next 7 days. If you have any questions, please call Lynne Wigmore at 613 596-9810.

VARSITY BOYS HOCKEY TEAM: Playoff quarterfinal is set: TODAY vs Gisele Lalonde - Dismissal at 12:45, Bus leaves at 1 pm sharp.

ATTENTION MT SPORTS FANS: Come support your MT Athletics this week. TODAY: Boys Hockey -Quarter Finals - 3:00 pm @ Navan Arena vs Gisele Lalonde and Girls Volleyball - 1st game of the season @ St. Mark – 4:00 pm. Wednesday December 3rd: Girls Hockey - Quarter Finals – 3:00 pm @ Peplinski Arena vs Glebe. Thursday December 4th : Girls Volleyball - 1st HOME game – 4:00 pm vs Woodroffe.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

Monday, December 1, 2008

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

GRADE 7/8: Could the following students please report to room 332 immediately at the beginning of lunch today: Victoria Petrilli, Yvette Hou, Miranda Villeneuve, Megan Garden, Thomas Dewe, Emma Aker and Gina Rampulla.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Thursday, December 4, in Ms. Curtis' class, room 233, during 7/8 lunch. The Awesome Possums take on the Purple Monkey Nuggets.

7/8 GIRLS HANDBALL PRACTICE: Mandatory Practice TODAY and Tuesday, December 2nd, 3:05 - 4:15 PM. Please see Ms. McKenna

WOW! Don’t forget, Monday is your favourite day! The Parent Council will be making ice cream sundaes in the cafeteria. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, fat-free frozen dessert. So Mondays at Mother Teresa are now Sundae Mondays. Remind you friends to bring their “Sundae money”.

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Continues until Thursday. Drop your daily guesses off in the library.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed after school on Tuesday.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: We want to help in the fight against breast cancer. Starting Monday, December 1st, until Thursday December 4th a bake sale with a Christmas theme will run in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. Don’t forget to bring your money! Remember everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer!

BOOK FAIR: Meeting TODAY, in room 132, @ HS lunch for all those involved in the Book Fair.

ORTONA PARTICIPANTS: A reminder to all students that went on the Ortona trip of the meeting, at lunch, on Tuesday. Bring you pictures (on a CD or your memory card) with you.

POLICE SCIENCES STUDENTS: Would Mr. Prigent's Police Sciences students please meet in rm. 203 for class today period 3- there will be no run - no need to bring a change of clothes.

PEER HELPERS: There will be a Peer Helper meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at the start of lunch in Room 134.

KNITTING CLUB: The Knitting Club will meet today during HS lunch in the library seminar room. We will be taking our yearbook photo at this meeting, so any students who gave knitting a try are welcome to join us for the photo. New members are also welcome to come and learn this useful and creative skill - we have supplies available to get you started.

PART-TIME JOBS AVAILABLE: The Bay at Bayshore wants you. Looking for 40 students, age 16 and over for the Xmas Elf Program. You will be required to work weekends and will be responsible for maintaining the look and Xmas spirit in the key departments. While employed, you will benefit from their associate shopping discount. If you would like to join their team, please email your availability to LYNNE.WIGMORE@HBC.COM and in the subject field enter Christmas Elf. They will be hosting interviews over the next 7 days. If you have any questions, please call Lynne Wigmore at 613 596-9810.

VARSITY BOYS HOCKEY TEAM: Playoff quarterfinal is set: Tuesday vs Gisele Lalonde - Dismissal at 12:45. Bus leaves at 1 pm sharp.

ATTENTION MT SPORTS FANS: Come support your MT Athletics this week. TODAY - Varsity Boys Basketball - 1st HOME Game - 4:00 pm vs South Carleton. Tuesday December 2nd: Boys Hockey -Quarter Finals - 3:00 pm @ Navan Arena vs Gisele Lalonde and Girls Volleyball - 1st game of the season @ St. Mark – 4:00 pm. Wednesday December 3rd: : Girls Hockey - Quarter Finals – 3:00 pm @ Peplinski Arena vs Glebe. Thursday December 4th : Girls Volleyball - 1st HOME game – 4:00 pm vs Woodroffe.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

Friday, November 28, 2008

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

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Each day clues about Eric Walters' books will be given during the morning announcements. Identify the book, drop off your guess in the library and get in on a chance to win a Chapters/Indigo gift certificate.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: There will be an information meeting for all students interested in the racing TODAY, during lunch, in room 201. High school students should meet at 11:45. 7/8 students please pick up the information from Mrs. Earle in room 137 before school on Friday. The first dry land training practices will begin next week and continue every Tuesday and Thursday. The first on hill practice is Wednesday December 17 at Mt. St. Marie.

WOW! Don’t forget, Monday is your favourite day! The Parent Council will be making ice cream sundaes in the cafeteria. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, fat-free frozen dessert. So Mondays at Mother Teresa are now Sundae Mondays. Remind you friends to bring their “Sundae money”.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: We want to help in the fight against breast cancer. Starting Monday, December 1st, until Thursday December 4th a bake sale with a Christmas theme will run in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. Don’t forget to bring your money! Remember everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer!

NOTICE TO GRADS: Grad Photo Proofs will be available for pick up in the atrium TODAY, during senior lunch time. Lifetouch will return to the school on Thursday, December 11th for orders.

BOOK FAIR: Meeting on Monday, Dec. 1st in room 132 @ HS lunch for all those involved in the Book Fair.

HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMERS: All members of the swim team are reminded of their 2:15 dismissal for their swim meet at Brewer Pool this afternoon. Please meet in the atrium.

VOLLEYBALL SCOREKEEPER! Please see Miss. Kuchma if you are interested in scorekeeping for the Senior Girls volleyball team's home games. Volunteers are needed for next week and community service hours will be awarded.

VARSITY BOYS HOCKEY TEAM: Playoff quarterfinal is set: Tuesday vs Gisele Lalonde - Dismissal at 12:45, Bus leaves at 1 pm sharp. Team list will be up on Friday.

ATHLETIC COUNCIL: Just a reminder to all Athletic Council members of their meeting in the atrium tonight to prepare for the many sporting activities next week.

ATTENTION MT SPORTS FANS: Come support your MT Athletics next week. Monday December 1st - Varsity Boys Basketball - 1st HOME Game - 4:00 pm vs South Carleton. Tuesday December 2nd: Boys Hockey -Quarter Finals - 3:00 pm @ Navan Arena vs Gisele Lalonde and Girls Volleyball - 1st game of the season @ St. Mark – 4:00 pm. Wednesday December 3rd: : Girls Hockey - Quarter Finals – 3:00 pm @ Peplinski Arena vs Glebe. Thursday December 4th : Girls Volleyball - 1st HOME game – 4:00 pm vs Woodroffe.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

SMARTEST STUDENTS: If would like to challenge for top spot, the next CNML contest (Math) takes place Tuesday, December 16th.

SHAD VALLEY: Applications can be picked up from Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. The first application intake day is December 10th. The December application intake date is preferable to the January 14th application intake date.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Thank you to all singers and performers who auditioned for the Festival of the Arts. Performances that have been selected are posted outside room 332. All performers must speak with Mrs. Jewitt in room 332 before Friday, November 28th.

ATTENTION 7/8 STUDENTS: We are looking for eager and responsible students interested in assisting backstage or working in the technical crew for the Festival of the Arts, December 11th. Please meet for an important meeting at lunch, TODAY, in room 332. Please see Ms. Stuart or Mrs. Jewitt if you are unable to attend.

7/8 NOTICE: Grade 7/8 students are reminded to make sure that all outstanding fees have been paid before this Friday. Any students who have outstanding fees won't be able to pick up their report cards. This will include library, music, student fees, etc.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Our next game will be TODAY at 12:55 in room 233, not room 232. The Fab 4 will play against DA PB&Js.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed all day TODAY.

TEAM PHOTO DAY: This year, the yearbook team has decided to have a Team Photo Day for all high school AND 7/8 sports teams. This will take place TODAY during HS AND 7/8 lunch in the wood floor gym. Please wear your team jersey this Thursday for the photo. See you there!

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Each day clues about Eric Walters' books will be given during the morning announcements. Identify the book, drop off your guess in the library and get in on a chance to win a Chapters/Indigo gift certificate.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: There will be an information meeting for all students interested in the racing team Friday November 28 during lunch in room 201. High school students should meet at 11:45. 7/8 students please pick up the information from Mrs. Earle in room 137 before school on Friday. The first dry land training practices will begin next week and continue every Tuesday and Thursday. The first on hill practice is Wednesday December 17 at Mt. St. Marie.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER: We want to help in the fight against breast cancer. Starting Monday, December 1st, until Thursday December 4th a bake sale with a Christmas theme will run in the Atrium during H.S. and 7/8 lunch. All the money raised will go to the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 2009 Ottawa edition in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. Don’t forget to bring your money! Remember everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer!

NOTICE TO GRADS: Grad Photo Proofs will be available for pick up in the atrium this Friday, November 28th, during senior lunch time. Lifetouch will return to the school on Thursday, December 11th for orders.

LIVE IT UP: There will be a meeting TODAY, at lunch, in the career centre. Lunch will be provided. Hope to see you all there.

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Fri. Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

SMARTEST STUDENTS: If would like to challenge for top spot, the next CNML contest takes place Tuesday, December 16th.

SHAD VALLEY: Applications can be picked up from Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. The first application intake day is December 10th. The December application intake date is preferable to the January 14th application intake date.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

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

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: Thank you to all singers and performers who auditioned for the Festival of the Arts. Performances that have been selected are posted outside room 332. All performers must speak with Mrs. Jewitt in room 332 before Friday, November 28th.

ATTENTION 7/8 STUDENTS: We are looking for eager and responsible students interested in assisting backstage or working in the technical crew for the Festival of the Arts, December 11th. Please meet for an important meeting at lunch, Thursday, November 27th, in room 332. Please see Ms. Stuart or Mrs. Jewitt if you are unable to attend.

7/8 NOTICE: Grade 7/8 students are reminded to make sure that all outstanding fees have been paid before this Friday. Any students who have outstanding fees won't be able to pick up their report cards. This will include library, music, student fees, etc.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Our next game will be Thursday at 12:55 in room 233, not room 232. The Fab 4 will play against DA PB&Js.

GR. 7 TO 12: There will be a brief meeting TODAY at 11:45 in room 119 for any students interested in singing or playing an instrument for the upcoming Advent Mass.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed all day Thursday.

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Each day clues about Eric Walters' books will be given during the morning announcements. Identify the book, drop off your guess in the library and get in on a chance to win a Chapters/Indigo gift certificate.

ALPINE SKI TEAM: There will be an information meeting for all students interested in the racing team Friday November 28 during lunch in room 201. High school students should meet at 11:45. 7/8 students please pick up the information from Mrs. Earle in room 137 before school on Friday. The first dry land training practices will begin next week and continue every Tuesday and Thursday. The first on hill practice is Wednesday December 17 at Mt. St. Marie.

NOTICE: Could the students going to the peace conference on Friday, Nov. 28th, please meet in student services for a brief meeting today 11:45 with Mrs. Coyle.

PROM COMMITTEE: The meeting will take place TODAY, in Room 134, at the start of High School lunch. All members are asked to attend.

LIVE IT UP: There will be a meeting Thursday, at lunch, in the career centre. Lunch will be provided. Hope to see you all there.

SMARTEST STUDENTS: T he results of the second CNML math contest are in and the current title holders are: Colin Miyata (gr.12) [5/6], Joe Lee (gr.12) [4/6], James Munn (gr.12) [4/6], Julia Hussien (gr.12) [4/6], Erika Rose (gr.12) [4/6], Kailash Subedi (gr.12) [4/6], Antony Bae (gr.12) [4/6], Young Seok Lee (gr.12) [4/6], and Lauren Wong (gr.9) [4/6]. If would like to challenge for top spot the next contest takes place Tuesday, December 16th.

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Shannon Kettles and Josh Shea are asked to please see Ms. Stuart sometime today, in room 240.

NOTICE RE: STE-ANNE SKI TRIP: Could all students who are renting ski or snowboard equipment or want free lessons for the Ste-Anne ski trip please meet TODAY at 12:00 pm in room 103. Please see Mr. Francoeur if you are unable to attend. Also, we still have 3 spots available for the trip. The application form is available from the Mother Teresa web site (mths.ca).

SHAD VALLEY: Applications can be picked up from Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. The first application intake day is December 10th. The December application intake date is preferable to the January 14th application intake date.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

TEAM PHOTO DAY: This year, the yearbook team has decided to have a Team Photo Day for all high school AND 7/8 sports teams. This will take place on Thursday, November 27 during HS AND 7/8 lunch in the wood floor gym. Please wear your team jersey this Thursday for the photo. See you there!

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

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

7/8 NOTICE: Grade 7/8 students are reminded to make sure that all outstanding fees have been paid before this Friday. Any students who have outstanding fees won't be able to pick up their report cards. This will include library, music, student fees, etc.

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: Our next game will be Thursday at 12:55 in room 233, not room 232. The Fab 4 will play against DA PB&Js.

7/8 YEARBOOK SALES: Yearbooks will only be sold during 7/8 lunch every 2nd day. Orders can also be placed with Ms. Daigeler in room 339 before homeroom.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed after school today.

NAME THAT BOOK CONTEST: Each day clues about Eric Walters' books will be given during the morning announcements. Identify the book, drop off your guess in the library and get in on a chance to win a Chapters/Indigo gift certificate. Check out the Eric Walters display in the library for additional hints.

GR. 7 TO 12: There will be a brief meeting on Wednesday, November 26 at 11:45 in room 119 for any students interested in singing or playing an instrument for the upcoming Advent Mass.

NOTICE RE: STE-ANNE SKI TRIP: Could all students who are renting ski or snowboard equipment or want free lessons for the Ste-Anne ski trip please meet Wednesday at 12:00 pm in room 103. Please see Mr. Francoeur if you are unable to attend. Also, we still have 3 spots available for the trip. The application form is available from the Mother Teresa web site (mths.ca).

CAPPIES: Please attend a brief meeting today, at 11:40, in Rm. 138. Please see Sara Doody if you cannot make it. You have a play to see this week.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: Just a reminder to all the teams to please check the schedule on the bulletin board.

YEARBOOK SURVEYS: Monday through Wednesday of this week, yearbook surveys will be filled out in your homeroom class. Students with a spare first period can pick up a copy of the survey in the main office. Make sure to fill out fill one out because you could be quoted in the yearbook!

SHAD VALLEY: Applications can be picked up from Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. The first application intake day is December 10th. The December application intake date is preferable to the January 14th application intake date.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

TEAM PHOTO DAY: This year, the yearbook team has decided to have a Team Photo Day for all high school sports teams. This will take place on Thursday, November 27 during HS lunch in the wood floor gym. Please wear your team jersey this Thursday for the photo. See you there!

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Friday, Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: In light of recent events, we will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

SCHOLARSHIPS: A reminder to graduates to check the scholarships posted at www.MTHS.ca - News & Docs - Grads. Some up-coming scholarships: The Millennium Award - deadline Dec. 12, The Earth Day Scholarship - deadline Jan. 31, Terry Fox Award - deadline Feb. 1. Each university offers various scholarships specific to their school that require an application. Check the university websites or see Mr. Hallarn.

Monday, November 24, 2008

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

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8: Students who signed up to audition for the Festival of the Arts performances are reminded that auditions will be held at lunch on the stage today. Check out the schedule posted outside room 332 to see what time your audition is scheduled. See you on the stage!

7/8 YEARBOOK SALES: Yearbooks will only be sold during 7/8 lunch every 2nd day. Orders can also be placed with Ms. Daigeler in room 339 before homeroom.

WOW! Starting TODAY, Monday will be your favourite day! The Parent Council has come up with a fun way to raise money. Every Monday until Christmas, they’ll be making ice cream sundaes in the cafeteria. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, fat-free frozen dessert. So Mondays at Mother Teresa will now be called Sundae Mondays. If sales are good, this program will continue all year long. Remind you friends to bring their “Sundae money”.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: Just a reminder to all the teams to please check the schedule on the bulletin board. Games commence TODAY!

VARSITY BOYS HOCKEY: Players can check the game day roster for tomorrow's game during lunch TODAY.

NOTICE: Attention Ms. Soprovich's grade 10 academic science class - period 2. Meet in room 202 for class.

KNITTING CLUB: The Knitting Club will meet today, during HS lunch, in the library seminar room. Anyone who would like to learn how to knit a scarf, hat or mittens is welcome to join us. Please bring your knitting needles & yarn if you have them - if not, we can provide you with supplies to get started.

YEARBOOK SURVEYS: Monday through Wednesday of this week, yearbook surveys will be filled out in your homeroom class. Students with a spare first period can pick up a copy of the survey in the main office. Make sure to fill out fill one out because you could be quoted in the yearbook!

SHAD VALLEY: Applications can be picked up from Mrs. McLaughlin in room 130. The first application intake day is December 10th. The December application intake date is preferable to the January 14th application intake date.

GRADS- BABY PHOTOS: Attention all grads! Bring in your baby photos to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services by Friday, December 5 so it can be included in the yearbook. Please make sure that your name and homeroom is clearly written on the back of the photo.

TEAM PHOTO DAY: This year, the yearbook team has decided to have a Team Photo Day for all high school sports teams. This will take place on Thursday, November 27 during HS lunch in the wood floor gym. Please wear your team jersey this Thursday for the photo. See you there!

YEARBOOK SALES: Although early bird sales have closed, you can still buy your MT yearbook at the price of $45 until Friday, Dec. 12. Personalization will cost an extra $5. If you have lost your order form, you can pick up an extra copy form the front counter in the main office or print one out from the MT web site. Don't miss out on your chance to buy your yearbook! PLEASE NOTE: In light of recent events, we will no longer accept payment in cash for yearbook orders. Payment must be made by CHEQUE ONLY.

NOTICE: The Anxiety Disorder's Association of Ontario is a non-profit, charitable organization located in Ottawa. We are currently undertaking a two year project to develop a program for youth with anxiety and are looking to recruit students to assist us with the project, which is eligible for community service hours. For more information about the Project, please contact: Program Coordinator, Sara McConnell (613)729-6761 or programs@anxietydisordersontario.ca / www.anxietydisordersontario.ca

SCHOLARSHIPS: A reminder to graduates to check the scholarships posted at:www.MTHS.ca - News & Docs - Grads. Some up-coming scholarships: The Millennium Award - deadline Dec. 12, The Earth Day Scholarship - deadline Jan. 31, Terry Fox Award - deadline Feb. 1. Each university offers various scholarships specific to their school that require an application. Check the university websites or see Mr. Hallarn.

Friday, November 21, 2008

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

7/8 BOYS VOLLEYBALL: The 7/8 boys volleyball end of season celebration pizza lunch will be held TODAY, at lunch, in room 204.

ATTENTION GRADE 7/8 SINGERS & PERFORMERS: Do you enjoy singing and/or performing? Are you comfortable in front of a large audience? Did you perform at MT's Got Talent? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are encouraged to sign up to perform in the Third Annual Festival of the Arts - an evening of the Arts celebrating the talents of Grade 7 and 8 students. Sign up on the list posted outside room 332. Auditions will be held on Monday, November 24th on the stage at lunch. Speak to Ms. Stuart or Mrs. Jewitt if you have any questions.

7/8 GIRLS HANDBALL TOURNAMENT TRY-OUTS: Try-outs: TODAY at 3:10 PM - 4:15 PM. Where: C/D gym. Who: Ms. McKenna. Tournament Date: Thursday, December 11th.

7 & 8 REACH FOR THE TOP: This week's game is TODAY at 12:55. The Flying Taco Muppet Riders will play against the Smileys.

7/8 YEARBOOK SALES: Yearbooks will only be sold during 7/8 lunch every 2nd day. Orders can also be placed with Ms. Daigeler in room 339 before homeroom.

WOW! Starting next week, Monday will be your favourite day! The Parent Council has come up with a fun way to raise money. Every Monday until Christmas, they’ll be making ice cream sundaes in the cafeteria. The price is $3.50 for a sundae or $2.00 for a dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, fat-free frozen dessert. So Mondays at Mother Teresa will now be called Sundae Mondays. If sales are good, this program will continue all year long. Remind you friends to bring their “Sundae money”.

TWILIGHT TRIVIA CONTEST: All entries must be in by noon TODAY. The winners of the movie pass will be announced at 3:00 p.m.

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL: Just a reminder to all the teams to please check the schedule on the bulletin board. Games commence next Monday!

GRADS: We will be collecting baby photos of graduating students for the yearbook from Monday, Nov. 21 – Friday, Nov. 28. You can drop your baby photo off in the Student Services office. You must remember to write your first and last NAME on the back of the photo. All photos will be returned.

SHAD VALLEY: Shad Valley is Canada's leading month-long, university-hosted science, technology and innovation enrichment experience for grade 10 – 12 students (15 – 18 yr). The summer program (June 28 – July 24) focuses on academics and challenging recreational activities. If interested in applying, please attend an information meeting TODAY, in room 132, during HS lunch. More information is available at www.shad.ca or info@shad.ca or 519-884-8844.

NOTICE: The Anxiety Disorder's Association of Ontario is a non-profit, charitable organization located in Ottawa. We are currently undertaking a two year project to develop a program for youth with anxiety and are looking to recruit students to assist us with the project, which is eligible for community service hours. For more information about the Project, please contact: Program Coordinator, Sara McConnell (613)729-6761 or programs@anxietydisordersontario.ca www.anxietydisordersontario.ca

SCHOLARSHIPS: A reminder to graduates to check the scholarships posted at www.MTHS.ca - News & Docs - Grads. Some up-coming scholarships: The Millennium Award - deadline Dec. 12, The Earth Day Scholarship - deadline Jan. 31, Terry Fox Award - deadline Feb. 1. Each university offers various scholarships specific to their school that require an application. Check the university websites or see Mr. Hallarn.

STE-ANNE SKI TRIP: Anyone interested in joining the Ste-Anne ski trip in Quebec City this February can get a form from the Mother Teresa Web site. We still have 4 spots available. See Mr. Francoeur in room 103 for details.

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA INFO EVENING: On Thursday, December 4 the University of Ottawa will host an information meeting for prospective university students and their parents. The English presentations take place at 6:15 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the Jack Turcot University Centre at 85 University St. This year two of the presentations will be broadcast live on the internet. For event details go to www.admission.uOttawa.ca

BABYSITTER NEEDED: A female babysitter is required on the occasional Friday and Saturday for a 6 year old girl living near Strandherd and Beatrice. See Student Services if interested.

YEARBOOK SALES: Hey Mother Teresa Students! You can buy your 2009 yearbook during lunch outside of the caf everyday until December 12. However, if you buy your yearbook TODAY, you can pay the early bird price of $40. After TODAY, the regular price will be $45. This year, personalization will cost an extra $5. Extra order forms can be printed from the MT web site, or can be picked up on the counter in the main office.