Friday, May 7, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

BEAR HUG TODAY!!!

YOGA: So far we have 6 interested participants for yoga in the month of May. The sessions will be held on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 3:15-4:15pm for four weeks (8 classes), starting May 3rd. If you are interested, you can still sign up for these classes! (fees will be pro-rated). See the instructor at the class, or email her: julierollwagen@rogers.com if you would like to join. (JR –May 7)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/8 BOYS SOFTBALL: Any grade 7/8 boys interested in trying out for the 7/8 Boys' softball team are asked to sign up outside room 333 by Friday. (KS –May 7)

GRADE 8 SEMI-FORMAL: The grade 8 semi-formal is coming and we are trying to put together a slideshow for the event.  If you have any pictures from last year and this year (end of the year trip, ski trip, etc) please send it to: semi-formal@hotmail.com. (KM –May 7)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION STUDENTS WHO HAVE REGISTERED FOR CO-OP NEXT YEAR! Co-op interview appointment slips will be given to homeroom teachers this week. If you have handed in your application form, resume and co-op fees then you will be given a co-op interview over the next few weeks. Please inform your parents of your interview and keep the appointment slip in a secure place. If you have a scheduling conflict please see Mrs. O’Sullivan to re-schedule. If you miss your interview you will be re-scheduled for a later date. (MO –May 7)

STRATFORD 2010: We are resurrecting the Stratford trip!  If you are interested in seeing THREE fantastic shows, please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138.  The shows are Evita and Kiss Me Kate (both musicals) and As You Like It (Shakespeare).  The cost of the trip is $325.  We'd like to get our numbers finalized by the middle of May.  Only a $100 deposit in required to secure your spot. (JS –May 7)

OUTDOOR CLUB: Could all the members of the outdoor club meet in room 103 Monday at 12:00 pm. We will discuss the last activity of the year. (MF –May 10)

GIRL’S BEACH VOLLEYBALL: Any girls interested in beach volleyball, please see Ms Soprovich in Rm 209 on Monday May 10th at lunch for details. (SS –May 10)

STAND UP TO BULLYING: The Stand Up to Bullying squad will meet in the Career Centre on Monday, May 10th at 11:45 to finalize the St. Andrew’s retreat day on May 18th. Please bring your activities if you haven't already done so. (TC –May 10)

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clip_image004SUMMER FUN! The Royal City Soccer Club is looking for volunteers and counselors-in-training.  The RCSC is a non-profit, community organization.  It has hosted, for 18 years, soccer camp experiences for over 90,000 boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 13 years.

  • Qualifications for counselor in training:  ages 16-18 by June 28, 2010. 

  • Qualifications for volunteers: ages 15 or 16 by June 29, 2010

Looking for applicants with the following qualities:

·         great with children (ages 5 - 13 years)

·         athletic and good soccer experience (counselor-in-training)

·         good communication skills

·         team-oriented

·         energetic and enthusiastic

·         interest in coaching/teaching soccer to children (counselor-in-training)

·         responsible

Application forms available in Student Services.  Hurry in! (KW – May 7)

clip_image006CAMP FFIT – FEMALE FIREFIGHTERS IN TRAINING: For Young Women 15 to 19.  Get a real-life glimpse into the working life of a firefighter, at a week-long summer camp.  Discover how at ottawa.ca, or by calling City Services at 311. Registration opens May 3rd, and cost is $150. Poster is up on the Student Services Board in the atrium. (KW –May 7)

VOLUNTEER GARDENER NEEDED: Anyone interested in doing some gardening for volunteer hours?  You will be assisting with weeding at Berrigan School.  Please see Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services for more information. (KW –May12)

ADOPT A GRANDPARENT and get community service hours for yard cleaning.  If interested, please contact Claire Grosskleg during the day at 613 7334-8155. (KW –May 14)

COME AND GET THEM – COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS, THAT IS! It's Faces of A.C.E.S. - year-end BBQ bash at Adrienne Clarkson Elementary School, on Thursday, June 17th between 5pm - 8pm.  Volunteers needed to assist with handing out food, taking tickets, running games, face painting, set up and take down.  See binder in Student Services. (KW –May 14)

ST. ANTHONY’S CHURCH LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS: St. Anthony’s Church will be holding their annual Feast Day celebrations the weekend of Saturday, June 12th and Sunday, June 13th. This weekend culminates with the holy procession through the streets of Little Italy on the Sunday.  Other activities include a barbeque, pasta feast and musical concerts. Volunteers would be involved in serving, manning barricades and other assorted duties. Community service hours would be given for any student who so requires. Please check out the Volunteer Binder in Student Services for more information, or contact the Church: St. Anthony’s Church, 427 Booth Street, 613-236-2304 (KW – May 21)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED –RACE WEEKEND: May 29-30, 2010 Ottawa's Race Weekend!  Volunteers are needed to work at the Sweat Check, water stations, information booths and more. For more information go to www.runottawa.com. (MP –May 21)

DRIVER EDUCATION – SUMMER 2010: Registration forms now available in Student Services.  Registration runs from May 4th to June 16th.  Sign-up quickly as class sizes are limited!  (KW –May 28)

SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION:

Summer School registration is on a first come first serve basis. Registration forms must be signed by your counsellor. (JH –May 28)

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clip_image010MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL LETTER: Every year at the Graduation Mass a select number of graduates are awarded the prestigious school letter. The school letter is an award that recognizes outstanding contributions made to the MT Community over your years as a student. To be eligible, graduates must submit the application by Monday May 10. The criteria and applications are available in Student Services. (JH –May 10)

ATTENTION GRADUATES – PARENT COUNCIL BURSARY:

  • The Parent Council of Mother Teresa High School is offering an award of $250 to both a male and female graduate.  Applications are now available at Student Services.

  • Applications are still being accepted for the following bursaries and are to be submitted to Student Services by Tuesday, May 18, 2010

    • The Archbishop’s Award for Catholic Leadership ($500)

    • The Director of Education Graduate Student Award ($1000)

    • Sylvester Quinn Memorial Award ($1000)

    • Msgr. Paul Baxter Memorial Scholarship ($1500)

  • ****All but the Baxter Scholarship are guaranteed to be awarded to Mother Teresa graduates. There are a total of six Baxter scholarships for graduates in the Board’s 14 secondary schools. (RB –May 14)              

GRADUATION CEREMONY TICKETS: Each graduate will be given 2 tickets for family to attend the Graduation Ceremony on June 24. To request more than two tickets students must sign up in Student Services from Monday May 3 to Friday May 21. This does not guarantee you will receive the extra number of tickets requested. Tickets will be distributed starting Tuesday June 1. (JH –May 21)

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COMING UP…

  • May 10th – Student Council Elections

  • May 10th –Deadline for School Letter Applications

  • May 19th & 20th – Gr. 7 & 8 Immunization Clinic

  • May 20th –Grad Day

  • May 21st – Prom

  • May 21st – Last Day to request extra tickets for Graduation Ceremony (Student Services)

  • May 24th – Victoria Day Holiday

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