Monday, March 1, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PIZZA: Pizza will be sold in the atrium after school on Tuesday, March 2.  ($2.00/slice)  Proceeds to White Pine Club. (CHV –Mar 2)

“RENT” – SCHOOL EDITION: Performance dates are march 4^th, 5^th and 6^th, 2010.  Shows start at 7:30 pm.  Tickets go on sale starting Monday, February 22^nd, 2010.  The cost is $ 10.00 for adults and $8.00 for students.  They will be available for purchase by students during both junior and senior lunches. Members of the surrounding community can purchase tickets at the Mother Teresa office between the hours of 10 am to 3 pm.  Further information may be obtained by calling the school at 613-823-1663 during regular office hours. (RL –Mar 4)

YOGA: Next Yoga session will run March 2nd to the 29th Tuesdays & Thursdays (no classes during March break). $61.00 for the month or $10.00 to drop in. Registration and payment can be done just before start of class in the studio. (JR –Mar 5)

OPTION SHEETS:  Class presentations have started, to discuss course selection for next year. All classes will be visited prior to our Parent Information Thursday Night Feb 25, 6:30 - 8:00pm. Please check out our new High School Elective Course Guide for descriptions of all elective courses and our two new Focus Programs. The descriptions are found on our school website at www.mths.ca, on the right hand side below the Titan logo, just under the Daily Announcements. (JH –Mar 5)

 

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KNITTING CLUB: The knitting club will meet today during HS lunch in the library seminar room. New members are always welcome  - come learn how to knit your own scarf, hat and mittens!  We have extra supplies on hand to help you get started. (AH –Mar 1)

TRACK AND FIELD: Citius, Altius, Fortius, Swifter, Higher, Stronger…….Track season is around the corner!  All high school students interested in joining this year’s track and field team, there are sign-ups in ROOM 305 everyday this week (starting Tuesday) from 12:00 – 12:25 (during lunch).  See Mrs. Galbraith for more details. (MG –Mar 1)

JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Practice after school on Monday. All must attend in preparation for our game on Tuesday. (SS –Mar 1)

REFEREES NEEDED: Scorekeepers and Referees needed for Tuesday and Thursday for Junior Girls Volleyball games here at Mother T. Please see Ms Soprovich in Rm 209 at lunch if you are able to assist in these areas (bring volunteer hours sheet to games!) (SS –Mar 1)

USHERS/CANTEEN WORKERS FOR “RENT”: Meet briefly in the library seminar room on Monday, March 1 at lunch to finalize the schedule. (CHV –Mar 1)

PEER HELPERS: There will be a Peer Helping meeting in rm.134 at lunch on Tuesday. (VW –Mar 2)

SAY IT OUT LOUD: February writing contest will close Tuesday, March 2.  Form and topic are open to you.  Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 to submit your writing.  March topic is a dialogue or monologue (250-500 words). (JS –Mar 2)

YEARBOOK: Attention yearbook students! There are still some pages that need to be finished before our last deadline.  If you are able to help with these pages, please come to a meeting after school in room 103 on Tues. Mar 2, and/or Wed. Mar 3. It is also extremely important that any students who have taken photos for the yearbook this semester download their photos to the K drive BEFORE this meeting. (AH –Mar 3)

STRATFORD 2010: Due to lack of interest, the Stratford trip will be cancelled.  We will try to re-order tickets in September so those who have made their deposit can hope that the trip will resume at that time.  If you are interested in the trip but don't yet have the money, please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138.  The cost is $325.  If necessary, refunds will be given in September, 2010.  Thanks to all those who expressed interest in the trip -- it is a worthwhile experience! (JS –Mar 4)

 

LITERACY TEST PREPARATION: All grade 10 students in Ontario will be writing The Ontario Literacy Test on Thursday April 8. Successful completion of this test is a graduation requirement for all Ontario students.  Although many of you are preparing for the test at home, some students may be interested in a little extra individual help with the preparation here at school.  Literacy coaches are available before school, at lunch and after school to help with your preparation.  If you are interested in this extra support, please give your name to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (MO –Mar 5)

SHAKIN’ IT WITH SHAKESPEARE: The English classes will be gearing up for this contest in April.  Check out the BARD TROPHY in the first floor trophy case.  You just might see your name engraved on it! (JS –Mar 12)

 

STUDENT SERVICES  

PART-TIME WORK AVAILABLE: LF a job at our school?  Are you interested in working as a custodian, part-time on the weekends here at Mother Teresa High School?  Please see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information. (KW – Mar 3)

RANT LIKE RICK CONTEST: Memorial University is offering a grand prize valued at $10,000 for the top ranter! High School students are to develop and film their own rant about a topic that is important to them.  In addition to the grand prize, two runner-up prizes for a $2,250 tuition voucher will also be awarded.  Rant like Rick is open to grade 11 and 12 students currently enrolled in high school and who will be eligible to attend Memorial University in September 2010 or 2011.  The deadline for entries is Friday, March 19, 2010.  For more information on how to enter, including detailed rules and regulations, visit www.mun.ca/rant. (KW -Mar 5)

VOLUNTEER AT QUEENSWAY CARLETON HOSPITAL: Become a volunteer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital during July and August.  Requirements for becoming a student volunteer are: must be 15 years of age by December 31, 2010 and have completed grade 9 by this summer.  You will need to attend an information session by April 9th.  Pick from the following dates: February 25th; March 3, 15, 18, 23; April 7.  Most sessions start at 6pm.  See volunteer binder in Student Services for more information. (KW –Mar 12)

Friday, February 26, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PIZZA: Pizza will be sold in the atrium after school on Tuesday, March 2.  ($2.00/slice)  Proceeds to White Pine Club. (CHV –Mar 2)

YOGA: Next Yoga session will run March 2nd to the 29th Tuesdays & Thursdays (no classes during March break). $61.00 for the month or $10.00 to drop in. Registration and payment can be done just before start of class in the studio. (JR –Mar 5)

OPTION SHEETS:  Class presentations have started, to discuss course selection for next year. All classes will be visited prior to our Parent Information Thursday Night Feb 25, 6:30 - 8:00pm. Please check out our new High School Elective Course Guide for descriptions of all elective courses and our two new Focus Programs. The descriptions are found on our school website at www.mths.ca, on the right hand side below the Titan logo, just under the Daily Announcements. (JH –Mar 5)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRADE 8 OLYMPIC HOCKEY SHOOT OUT: 1^st: 808, 2^nd: 801, 803, 804, 806, 807, 810, 811. Did not show: 802. (TM –Feb 26)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

OUTDOOR CLUB AND NORDIC SKI TEAM: There will be a meeting for all members of the outdoor club and the Nordic ski regarding the ski outing activity in Gatineau Park. The meeting will be at 12:10 in room 103. Please see Mr. Francoeur if unable to attend. (MF –Feb 26)

NEW YORK CITY – MAY 2010: Two more spots on this amazing trip have opened up. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Bell-Dagenais (Room 135) or Mr. Rowley (Room 136) as soon as possible for more information. (NBD –Feb 26)

MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING CREW FOR “RENT” are reminded of the meeting Wed. Feb. 24 at 3:15 in Rm 112.  Also the full Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Feb. 27 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. (CS –Feb 26)

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TRIP IN 2011: Mother Teresa High School is planning a trip to the Dominican Republic.  The trip is planned for February 2011.  The purpose of this trip is to gain a broader understanding of the world and our place within it.  In the Dominican Republic, students will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and communicating a great deal of the time in Spanish.  Through this experience, students will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people in a developing nation.  This trip will definitely not be a holiday.  This trip requires a yearlong commitment from students to weekly meetings and fundraising activities.  If you are a student in grade 10 or 11 and are interested in finding out more about this experience, please attend a meeting in room 133 on Friday, February 26, at HS lunch.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Rose or Ms. Morris. (MR –Feb 26)

STRATFORD 2010: The deadline for your deposit is February 26.  Please see Mrs. Simpson or Mr. Rowley for details. (JS –Feb 26)

WRITING CONTESTS:

• Two new writing contests to consider:

• The Stephen Leacock Association's Humourous Short Story Competition (1500 words maximum). The Stephen Leacock story must be in to Mrs. Simpson by March 12.

• OECTA Young Author's Competition.  The OECTA Young Author's competition has a number of categories (poem, short story and non-fiction) for various age groups, and the school deadline is March 1. 

Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for further information. (JS –Feb 26)

JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Practice after school on Monday. All must attend in preparation for our game on Tuesday. (SS –Mar 1)

REFEREES NEEDED: Scorekeepers and Referees needed for Tuesday and Thursday for Junior Girls Volleyball games here at Mother T. Please see Ms Soprovich in Rm 209 at lunch if you are able to assist in these areas (bring volunteer hours sheet to games!) (SS –Mar 1)

USHERS/CANTEEN WORKERS FOR “RENT”: Meet briefly in the library seminar room on Monday, March 1 at lunch to finalize the schedule. (CHV –Mar 1)

LITERACY TEST PREPARATION: All grade 10 students in Ontario will be writing The Ontario Literacy Test on Thursday April 8. Successful completion of this test is a graduation requirement for all Ontario students.  Although many of you are preparing for the test at home, some students may be interested in a little extra individual help with the preparation here at school.  Literacy coaches are available before school, at lunch and after school to help with your preparation.  If you are interested in this extra support, please give your name to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (MO –Mar 5)

STUDENT SERVICES  

UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE APPLICATIONS: Marks from first semester have been sent to the colleges and universities. Please log in to OUAC and/or OCAS to verify the info is correct. (JH –Feb 26)

FRENCH TUTOR NEEDED: A Grade 5 male student at MPB is looking for a French tutor.  Please call Kerry Vachon at 613 825-6864. (KW –Feb 26)

GRADE 12’S TAKING NIGHT SCHOOL COURSES: All grade 12's enrolled in night school courses are asked to confirm with their counsellor so their University/College applications can be updated. (JH –Feb 26)

PART-TIME WORK AVAILABLE: LF a job at our school?  Are you interested in working as a custodian, part-time on the weekends here at Mother Teresa High School?  Please see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information. (KW – Mar 3)

RANT LIKE RICK CONTEST: Memorial University is offering a grand prize valued at $10,000 for the top ranter! High School students are to develop and film their own rant about a topic that is important to them.  In addition to the grand prize, two runner-up prizes for a $2,250 tuition voucher will also be awarded.  Rant like Rick is open to grade 11 and 12 students currently enrolled in high school and who will be eligible to attend Memorial University in September 2010 or 2011.  The deadline for entries is Friday, March 19, 2010.  For more information on how to enter, including detailed rules and regulations, visit www.mun.ca/rant. (KW -Mar 5)

VOLUNTEER AT QUEENSWAY CARLETON HOSPITAL: Become a volunteer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital during July and August.  Requirements for becoming a student volunteer are: must be 15 years of age by December 31, 2010 and have completed grade 9 by this summer.  You will need to attend an information session by April 9th.  Pick from the following dates: February 25th; March 3, 15, 18, 23; April 7.  Most sessions start at 6pm.  See volunteer binder in Student Services for more information. (KW –Mar 12)

GRADS

GRAD THEME GROUP MEETING: The Grad Theme Group is reminded of their meeting in room 132 Friday at lunch. (DM –Feb 26)

ARE YOU A GRADUATING STUDENT INTERESTED IN A GAP YEAR? Algonquin College has a new Gap Year program called Global Studies. This program will allow you to experience personal growth through leadership activities embedded in Outdoor Activities as well exposure to Global Citizenship through a trip to Costa Rica. You will earn both college and university credits, as this program is connected to the University of Ottawa. For more information visit www.algonquincollege.com/globalstudies. (JH -Feb 26)

GRADUATING STUDENTS/COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS: A new policy surrounding Community Service Hours has been adopted at Mother Teresa High School.  All graduating students must have completed their forty hours of community service by the date of the school prom if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  This comes about as a result of the practice of some students who left their Community Service Hours to the last month of school and were not able to graduate in June.  We are encouraging all our graduating students to submit their hours by May 14th, 2010. (NM –Feb 26)

Thursday, February 25, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PIZZA: Pizza will be sold in the atrium after school on Tuesday, March 2.  ($2.00/slice)  Proceeds to White Pine Club. (CHV –Mar 2)

OPTION SHEETS:  Class presentations have started, to discuss course selection for next year. All classes will be visited prior to our Parent Information Thursday Night Feb 25, 6:30 - 8:00pm. Please check out our new High School Elective Course Guide for descriptions of all elective courses and our two new Focus Programs. The descriptions are found on our school website at www.mths.ca, on the right hand side below the Titan logo, just under the Daily Announcements. (JH –Mar 5)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRADE 8 RESULTS FOR CURLING: 1^st:  809, 2^nd: 808, 803, 3^rd:  811, 4^th:  806, 5^th:  801, 6^th:  810, 7^th:   804.   Did not show:   802, 807. Wednesday's event: Bobsleigh! (TM –Feb 25)

GRADE 8 RESULTS FOR BOBSLEIGH: 1^st: 8-10, 2^nd: 8-09 and 8-11, 4^th: 8-07, 5^th: 8-08, 6^th: 8-03, 7^th: 8-05, 8^th: 8-01, Did Not Finish: 8-06, Did not Show: 8-02, and 8-04. (CN –Feb 25)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The Expressions Workshop will run this year at Confederation High School on April 13.  This is a full day event that offers students the opportunity to participate in drama workshops run by professional actors. The cost for the day is $20 and includes a Subway lunch.  Space is limited so if you are interested, please see Mrs. Rose in room 114. (MR –Feb 25)

NEW YORK CITY – MAY 2010: Two more spots on this amazing trip have opened up. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Bell-Dagenais (Room 135) or Mr. Rowley (Room 136) as soon as possible for more information. (NBD –Feb 26)

MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING CREW FOR “RENT” are reminded of the meeting Wed. Feb. 24 at 3:15 in Rm 112.  Also the full Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Feb. 27 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. (CS –Feb 26)

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TRIP IN 2011: Mother Teresa High School is planning a trip to the Dominican Republic.  The trip is planned for February 2011.  The purpose of this trip is to gain a broader understanding of the world and our place within it.  In the Dominican Republic, students will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and communicating a great deal of the time in Spanish.  Through this experience, students will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people in a developing nation.  This trip will definitely not be a holiday.  This trip requires a yearlong commitment from students to weekly meetings and fundraising activities.  If you are a student in grade 10 or 11 and are interested in finding out more about this experience, please attend a meeting in room 133 on Friday, February 26, at HS lunch.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Rose or Ms. Morris. (MR –Feb 26)

STRATFORD 2010: The deadline for your deposit is February 26.  Please see Mrs. Simpson or Mr. Rowley for details. (JS –Feb 26)

WRITING CONTESTS:

• Two new writing contests to consider:

• The Stephen Leacock Association's Humourous Short Story Competition (1500 words maximum). The Stephen Leacock story must be in to Mrs. Simpson by March 12.

• OECTA Young Author's Competition.  The OECTA Young Author's competition has a number of categories (poem, short story and non-fiction) for various age groups, and the school deadline is March 1. 

Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for further information. (JS –Feb 26)

USHERS/CANTEEN WORKERS FOR “RENT”: Meet briefly in the library seminar room on Monday, March 1 at lunch to finalize the schedule. (CHV –Mar 1)

 

LITERACY TEST PREPARATION: All grade 10 students in Ontario will be writing The Ontario Literacy Test on Thursday April 8. Successful completion of this test is a graduation requirement for all Ontario students.  Although many of you are preparing for the test at home, some students may be interested in a little extra individual help with the preparation here at school.  Literacy coaches are available before school, at lunch and after school to help with your preparation.  If you are interested in this extra support, please give your name to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (MO –Mar 5)

STUDENT SERVICES   

UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE APPICATIONS: Marks from first semester have been sent to the colleges and universities. Please log in to OUAC and/or OCAS to verify the info is correct. (JH –Feb 26)

FRENCH TUTOR NEEDED: A Grade 5 male student at MPB is looking for a French tutor.  Please call Kerry Vachon at 613 825-6864. (KW –Feb 26)

 

GRADE 12’S TAKING NIGHT SCHOOL COURSES: All grade 12's enrolled in night school courses are asked to confirm with their counsellor so their University/College applications can be updated. (JH –Feb 26)

 

RANT LIKE RICK CONTEST: Memorial University is offering a grand prize valued at $10,000 for the top ranter! High School students are to develop and film their own rant about a topic that is important to them.  In addition to the grand prize, two runner-up prizes for a $2,250 tuition voucher will also be awarded.  Rant like Rick is open to grade 11 and 12 students currently enrolled in high school and who will be eligible to attend Memorial University in September 2010 or 2011.  The deadline for entries is Friday, March 19, 2010.  For more information on how to enter, including detailed rules and regulations, visit www.mun.ca/rant. (KW -Mar 5)

VOLUNTEER AT QUEENSWAY CARLETON HOSPITAL: Become a volunteer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital during July and August.  Requirements for becoming a student volunteer are: must be 15 years of age by December 31, 2010 and have completed grade 9 by this summer.  You will need to attend an information session by April 9th.  Pick from the following dates: February 25th; March 3, 15, 18, 23; April 7.  Most sessions start at 6pm.  See volunteer binder in Student Services for more information. (KW –Mar 12)

GRADS

GRAD THEME GROUP MEETING: The Grad Theme Group is reminded of their meeting in room 132 Friday at lunch. (DM –Feb 26)

ARE YOU A GRADUATING STUDENT INTERESTED IN A GAP YEAR? Algonquin College has a new Gap Year program called Global Studies. This program will allow you to experience personal growth through leadership activities embedded in Outdoor Activities as well exposure to Global Citizenship through a trip to Costa Rica. You will earn both college and university credits, as this program is connected to the University of Ottawa. For more information visit www.algonquincollege.com/globalstudies. (JH -Feb 26)

GRADUATING STUDENTS/COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS: A new policy surrounding Community Service Hours has been adopted at Mother Teresa High School.  All graduating students must have completed their forty hours of community service by the date of the school prom if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  This comes about as a result of the practice of some students who left their Community Service Hours to the last month of school and were not able to graduate in June.  We are encouraging all our graduating students to submit their hours by May 14th, 2010. (NM –Feb 26)

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

OPTION SHEETS:  Class presentations have started, to discuss course selection for next year. All classes will be visited prior to our Parent Information Thursday Night Feb 25, 6:30 - 8:00pm. Please check out our new High School Elective Course Guide for descriptions of all elective courses and our two new Focus Programs. The descriptions are found on our school website at www.mths.ca, on the right hand side below the Titan logo, just under the Daily Announcements. (JH –Mar 5)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PROM COMMITTEE: There will be a prom committee meeting today (Wednesday) at lunch in room 203. Please be there. (FZ –Feb 24)

YEARBOOK: Attention yearbook students!  We need your help to finish the last few pages before our last deadline.  Please come by room 103 after school on Wed. Feb. 24 if you would like to help with the layout for these pages.  Any students who have taken photos for the yearbook this semester should come to download their photos if they haven't done so already.  Please see Mrs. Hopkins if you have any questions. (AH –Feb 24)

GRADE 12 EUCLID CONTEST: Grade 12 EUCLID participants are reminded of the mandatory preparation session on Wednesday, February 24th at lunch in Room 322.  Please see Mrs. Quinlan if you cannot attend. (MQ –Feb 24)

WATERLOO MATH CONTEST: All Grade 9, 10, and 11 Math Enrichment Group students participating in the Waterloo Math Contest should meet in the library this Thursday at 8:45 a.m.  The contest will be written in the library from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Please bring a pencil and your Nspire or calculator. If you have any questions, see Mr Steinke in room 303. (TS –Feb 24)

OSAID: There will be a meeting on Wednesday, February 24th at lunch in room 211. (LB –Feb 24)

EXPRESSIONS WORKSHOP: The Expressions Workshop will run this year at Confederation High School on April 13.  This is a full day event that offers students the opportunity to participate in drama workshops run by professional actors. The cost for the day is $20 and includes a Subway lunch.  Space is limited so if you are interested, please see Mrs. Rose in room 114. (MR –Feb 25)

NEW YORK CITY – MAY 2010: Two more spots on this amazing trip have opened up. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Bell-Dagenais (Room 135) or Mr. Rowley (Room 136) as soon as possible for more information. (NBD –Feb 26)

MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING CREW FOR “RENT” are reminded of the meeting Wed. Feb. 24 at 3:15 in Rm 112.  Also the full Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Feb. 27 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. (CS –Feb 26)

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TRIP IN 2011: Mother Teresa High School is planning a trip to the Dominican Republic.  The trip is planned for February 2011.  The purpose of this trip is to gain a broader understanding of the world and our place within it.  In the Dominican Republic, students will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and communicating a great deal of the time in Spanish.  Through this experience, students will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people in a developing nation.  This trip will definitely not be a holiday.  This trip requires a yearlong commitment from students to weekly meetings and fundraising activities.  If you are a student in grade 10 or 11 and are interested in finding out more about this experience, please attend a meeting in room 133 on Friday, February 26, at HS lunch.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Rose or Ms. Morris. (MR –Feb 26)

STRATFORD 2010: The deadline for your deposit is February 26.  Please see Mrs. Simpson or Mr. Rowley for details. (JS –Feb 26)

WRITING CONTESTS:

• Two new writing contests to consider:
  • The Stephen Leacock Association's Humourous Short Story Competition (1500 words maximum). The Stephen Leacock story must be in to Mrs. Simpson by March 12.

  • OECTA Young Author's Competition.  The OECTA Young Author's competition has a number of categories (poem, short story and non-fiction) for various age groups, and the school deadline is March 1. 

Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 for further information. (JS –Feb 26)

LITERACY TEST PREPARATION: All grade 10 students in Ontario will be writing The Ontario Literacy Test on Thursday April 8. Successful completion of this test is a graduation requirement for all Ontario students.  Although many of you are preparing for the test at home, some students may be interested in a little extra individual help with the preparation here at school.  Literacy coaches are available before school, at lunch and after school to help with your preparation.  If you are interested in this extra support, please give your name to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (MO –Mar 5)

STUDENT SERVICES  

UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE APPLICATIONS: Marks from first semester have been sent to the colleges and universities. Please log in to OUAC and/or OCAS to verify the info is correct. (JH –Feb 26)

FRENCH TUTOR NEEDED: A Grade 5 male student at MPB is looking for a French tutor.  Please call Kerry Vachon at 613 825-6864. (KW –Feb 26)

GRADE 12’S TAKING NIGHT SCHOOL COURSES: All grade 12's enrolled in night school courses are asked to confirm with their counsellor so their University/College applications can be updated. (JH –Feb 26)

RANT LIKE RICK CONTEST: Memorial University is offering a grand prize valued at $10,000 for the top ranter! High School students are to develop and film their own rant about a topic that is important to them.  In addition to the grand prize, two runner-up prizes for a $2,250 tuition voucher will also be awarded.  Rant like Rick is open to grade 11 and 12 students currently enrolled in high school and who will be eligible to attend Memorial University in September 2010 or 2011.  The deadline for entries is Friday, March 19, 2010.  For more information on how to enter, including detailed rules and regulations, visit www.mun.ca/rant. (KW -Mar 5)

VOLUNTEER AT QUEENSWAY CARLETON HOSPITAL: Become a volunteer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital during July and August.  Requirements for becoming a student volunteer are: must be 15 years of age by December 31, 2010 and have completed grade 9 by this summer.  You will need to attend an information session by April 9th.  Pick from the following dates: February 25th; March 3, 15, 18, 23; April 7.  Most sessions start at 6pm.  See volunteer binder in Student Services for more information. (KW –Mar 12)

GRADS

GRAD BABY PHOTOS: This is the LAST CHANCE for grads who submitted baby photos for the yearbook to come pick them up in the box in the main office.  If you do not pick up your baby photo by Wed. Feb 24, it will be thrown out. (AH –Feb 24)

GRAD THEME GROUP MEETING: The Grad Theme Group is reminded of their meeting in room 132 Friday at lunch. (DM –Feb 26)

ARE YOU A GRADUATING STUDENT INTERESTED IN A GAP YEAR? Algonquin College has a new Gap Year program called Global Studies. This program will allow you to experience personal growth through leadership activities embedded in Outdoor Activities as well exposure to Global Citizenship through a trip to Costa Rica. You will earn both college and university credits, as this program is connected to the University of Ottawa. For more information visit www.algonquincollege.com/globalstudies. (JH -Feb 26)

GRADUATING STUDENTS/COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS: A new policy surrounding Community Service Hours has been adopted at Mother Teresa High School.  All graduating students must have completed their forty hours of community service by the date of the school prom if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  This comes about as a result of the practice of some students who left their Community Service Hours to the last month of school and were not able to graduate in June.  We are encouraging all our graduating students to submit their hours by May 14th, 2010. (NM –Feb 26)