Wednesday, December 1, 2010

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

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~ Advent Thought for the Day ~

We are not social workers. We are contemplatives in the heart of the world. We are 24 hours a day with Jesus.  ~ Mother Teresa 

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

YEARBOOKS! Yearbooks go on sale, Monday November 22nd, priced at $45.  The early bird special will be from 22nd  November – 3rd  December when the yearbook will be just $40.  You can also personalize your yearbook with your name for just $5. Order forms should be distributed during homeroom on November 22nd. You need to bring cash or a cheque with your order form to the school atrium during any lunchtime until December 17th. Cheques should be made payable to Mother Teresa High School and the student’s name, grade and the word yearbook written in the memo portion. Remember pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee you get a yearbook and orders will not be accepted after the 17th of December. (AP –Dec 3)

clip_image003SKI CLUB:  This year, we return to Camp Fortune for 6 sessions (Jan.12, Feb. 2,9,16,23 and March 2) Forms are available from Mr. Nearing (rm.111) and Ms. Stewart (rm.130). Completed forms are due back Friday Dec. 3rd.  Space is limited so don't miss out. (KN –Dec 3)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

REACH FOR THE TOP: The action continues Thursday with the Team World Domination seeking to destroy Uberspam. Next week begins Tuesday with The Yacks Grappling Five Aces for intellectual superiority. The games begin at 11:35 in room 307. BE THERE ON TIME! Spectators are welcome. (JS –Dec 2)

MOTHER TERESA’S CO-OP FAIR: Who: Students, teachers, employers and parents are invited to attend.  When: Thursday, December 2, 2010.  Location: The Atrium.  Time: Periods 3 & 4 from 12:30 – 2:50 p.m. (MO –Dec 2)

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clip_image009SHAD VALLEY EXPERIENCE: An opportunity for a grade 10, 11 and 12 students to experience university life at a Canadian University for 4 weeks during the summer. Shad Valley is a well recognized program for high achievers that focuses on Science, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship and Leadership. For more information and the application see Mr. Hallarn in Student Services. (JH –Dec 3)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES through CAYFO (Child and Youth Friendly Ottawa) and FYBY (For Youth By Youth). See the binder in Student Services for details. (JH –Dec 7)

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ATTENTION UNIVERSITY BOUND STUDENTS:  On Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, the University of Ottawa will host an information evening for prospective university students and their parents.  This is an ideal opportunity to find out about our admission process, scholarships and bursaries.  English presentation is at 7:30pm, French presentation is at 6 pm and the Information Fair is from 5pm to 9pm at Jock Turcot University Centre (85 University Street).  Ottawa U will be broadcasting the presentations live on the Internet also.  Event and webcast details can be found in the Events section of their website at:  uOttawa.ca/admission. (KW –Dec 3)

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ADVENT REFLECTIONS: Please remember the following options for staff this Advent Season.

  • Thursday Dec 2 at 7 p.m. The Spirituality of Icons

  • Thursday Dec 9 at 3:15  Staff mass in the chapel (MD –Dec 9)

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clip_image016COMING UP…

  • Dec 3rd  – Student Talent Show

  • Dec 5th –  Second week of Advent begins

  • Dec 13th & 14th – 7/8 Immunization Clinics

  • Dec 13th – 15th – Grad Photos

  • Dec 17th – Last day of classes before Christmas Break

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

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

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~ Advent Thought for the Day ~

Today God loves the world so much that he gives you, he gives me, to love the world, to be his love, his compassion. It is such a beautiful thought for us ~ and a conviction ~ that you and I can be that love and compassion. ~ Mother Teresa   

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

YEARBOOKS! Yearbooks go on sale, Monday November 22nd, priced at $45.  The early bird special will be from 22nd  November – 3rd  December when the yearbook will be just $40.  You can also personalize your yearbook with your name for just $5. Order forms should be distributed during homeroom on November 22nd. You need to bring cash or a cheque with your order form to the school atrium during any lunchtime until December 17th. Cheques should be made payable to Mother Teresa High School and the student’s name, grade and the word yearbook written in the memo portion. Remember pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee you get a yearbook and orders will not be accepted after the 17th of December. (AP –Nov 30)

clip_image003SKI CLUB:  This year, we return to Camp Fortune for 6 sessions (Jan.12, Feb. 2,9,16,23 and March 2) Forms are available from Mr. Nearing (rm.111) and Ms. Stewart (rm.130). Completed forms are due back Friday Dec. 3rd.  Space is limited so don't miss out. (KN –Dec 3)

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ATTENTION CAST MEMBERS OF “PAPER OR PLASTIC”: All actors are required to have his/her costumes at school on or before the Tuesday, November 30th rehearsal. Store costume in your locker and bring to rehearsal on Nov. 30th. (AJ –Nov 30)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image007MTSAID- MOTHER TERESA STUDENTS AGAINST IMPAIRED DRIVING: There will be an important OSAID meeting Wednesday at lunch in room 205. (MK –Dec 1)

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clip_image011SHAD VALLEY EXPERIENCE: An opportunity for a grade 10, 11 and 12 students to experience university life at a Canadian University for 4 weeks during the summer. Shad Valley is a well recognized program for high achievers that focuses on Science, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship and Leadership. For more information and the application see Mr. Hallarn in Student Services. (JH –Dec 3)

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GRAD RINGS: Jostens is back on November 29th and November 30th during high school lunch in our atrium. They are here to deliver and take new ring orders.  Come check out their catalog in Student Services. (KW –Nov 30)

ATTENTION UNIVERSITY BOUND STUDENTS:  On Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, the University of Ottawa will host an information evening for prospective university students and their parents.  This is an ideal opportunity to find out about our admission process, scholarships and bursaries.  English presentation is at 7:30pm, French presentation is at 6 pm and the Information Fair is from 5pm to 9pm at Jock Turcot University Centre (85 University Street).  Ottawa U will be broadcasting the presentations live on the Internet also.  Event and webcast details can be found in the Events section of their website at:  uOttawa.ca/admission. (KW –Dec 3)

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ADVENT REFLECTIONS: Please remember the following options for staff this Advent Season.

  • Thursday Dec 2 at 7 p.m. The Spirituality of Icons

  • Thursday Dec 9 at 3:15  Staff mass in the chapel (MD –Dec 9)

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clip_image018COMING UP…

  • Dec 3rd  – Student Talent Show

  • Dec 5th –  Second week of Advent begins

  • Dec 13th & 14th – 7/8 Immunization Clinics

  • Dec 13th – 15th – Grad Photos

  • Dec 17th – Last day of classes before Christmas Break

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Monday, November 29, 2010

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

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~ Advent Thought for the Day ~

My own Jesus, what you ask is beyond me. I can hardly understand half of the things you want. I am unworthy. I am sinful. I am weak. Go, Jesus, and find a more worthy soul, a more generous one. ~ Mother Teresa

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

YEARBOOKS! Yearbooks go on sale today, Monday November 22nd, priced at $45.  The early bird special will be from 22nd  November – 3rd  December when the yearbook will be just $40.  You can also personalize your yearbook with your name for just $5. Order forms should be distributed during homeroom on November 22nd. You need to bring cash or a cheque with your order form to the school atrium during any lunchtime until December 17th. Cheques should be made payable to Mother Teresa High School and the student’s name, grade and the word yearbook written in the memo portion. Remember pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee you get a yearbook and orders will not be accepted after the 17th of December. (AP –Nov 30)

clip_image003SKI CLUB:  This year, we return to Camp Fortune for 6 sessions (Jan.12, Feb. 2,9,16,23 and March 2) Forms are available from Mr. Nearing (rm.111) and Ms. Stewart (rm.130). Completed forms are due back Friday Dec. 3rd.  Space is limited so don't miss out. (KN –Dec 3)

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AMBASSADORS: The Ambassadors will be meeting TODAY at lunch in Room 230. See you there! (MP –Nov 29)

ATTENTION CAST MEMBERS OF “PAPER OR PLASTIC”: All actors are required to have his/her costumes at school on or before the Tuesday, November 30th rehearsal. Store costume in your locker and bring to rehearsal on Nov. 30th. (AJ –Nov 30)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image007SAY IT OUT LOUD WRITING CONTEST: November competition is to write a sonnet.  Final day to submit it to Rm 138 is November 30.  October winner will be announced at the end of November.  Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 with questions. (JS –Nov 29)

clip_image009MTSAID- MOTHER TERESA STUDENTS AGAINST IMPAIRED DRIVING: There will be an important OSAID meeting Wednesday at lunch in room 205. (MK –Dec 1)

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SHAD VALLEY EXPERIENCE: An opportunity for a grade 10, 11 and 12 students to experience university life at a Canadian University for 4 weeks during the summer. Shad Valley is a well recognized program for high achievers that focuses on Science, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship and Leadership. For more information and the application see Mr. Hallarn in Student Services. (JH –Dec 3)

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PICK UP GRAD PROOFS: Would the following students come to Student Services to pick up their grad proofs: A. and A.P., Z.P., C.S., D.A., J.B.A., A. A., E.W., M.E., J.M-P., D.M., E.P.,  and A.M.. (KW –Nov 29)

GRAD RINGS: Jostens is back on November 29th and November 30th during high school lunch in our atrium. They are here to deliver and take new ring orders.  Come check out their catalog in Student Services. (KW –Nov 30)

ATTENTION UNIVERSITY BOUND STUDENTS:  On Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, the University of Ottawa will host an information evening for prospective university students and their parents.  This is an ideal opportunity to find out about our admission process, scholarships and bursaries.  English presentation is at 7:30pm, French presentation is at 6 pm and the Information Fair is from 5pm to 9pm at Jock Turcot University Centre (85 University Street).  Ottawa U will be broadcasting the presentations live on the Internet also.  Event and webcast details can be found in the Events section of their website at:  uOttawa.ca/admission. (KW –Dec 3)  

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clip_image018COMING UP…

  • Dec 5th –  Second week of Advent begins

  • Dec 13th & 14th – 7/8 Immunization Clinics

  • Dec 13th – 15th – Grad Photos

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Friday, November 26, 2010

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

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Want to win a $400 netbook and case OR 1 of 24 awesome mugs from Timmies? We knew you would! Every day this week at High School and 7/8 lunch, tickets will be sold outside the caf. Just $2 for 1 ticket, and $5 for 3. Help make a difference! (SR –Nov 26)

YOGA: drop-in yoga classes, continue for the month of November. Classes take place from 3:05-4:05 pm on Monday afternoons in the dance studio. Cost is $5.00 per class. Beginners are welcome! (JR –Nov 29)

YEARBOOKS! Yearbooks go on sale today, Monday November 22nd, priced at $45. The early bird special will be from 22nd November – 3rd December when the yearbook will be just $40. You can also personalize your yearbook with your name for just $5. Order forms should be distributed during homeroom on November 22nd. You need to bring cash or a cheque with your order form to the school atrium during any lunchtime until December 17th. Cheques should be made payable to Mother Teresa High School and the student’s name, grade and the word yearbook written in the memo portion. Remember pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee you get a yearbook and orders will not be accepted after the 17th of December. (AP –Nov 30)

clip_image002[4]SKI CLUB: This year, we return to Camp Fortune for 6 sessions (Jan.12, Feb. 2,9,16,23 and March 2) Forms are available from Mr. Nearing (rm.111) and Ms. Stewart (rm.130). Completed forms are due back Friday Dec. 3rd. Space is limited so don't miss out. (KN –Dec 3)

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ATTENTION CAST MEMBERS OF “PAPER OR PLASTIC”: All actors are required to have his/her costumes at school on or before the Tuesday, November 30th rehearsal. Store costume in your locker and bring to rehearsal on Nov. 30th. (AJ –Nov 30)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAPPIES: Congratulations to Cappies, Alicia Roy and Alyssa Thibodeau! Both had partial reviews published in this week's Citizen! Well done! (JS –Nov 26)

INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL: Volleyball teams need to be submitted by Friday or there will not be a season. Only two teams have registered thus far. The season is supposed to start next week. (DP –Nov 26)

clip_image006[4]GUITAR SHOWCASE: There will be a guitar showcase in the library during High School lunch on Friday, November 26th. Bring your lunches to the library and check out some of M.T's talented guitar players. (AC –Nov 26)

DESI AND MSA MEETINGS: The DESI Group will meet in the CHAPEL on Thursday at lunch time. The MSA is meeting on Friday in the Chapel at lunchtime. (MD –Nov 26)

ALPINE SKI TEAM: Do you love to ski, love speed and want to try a new challenge? Join the Titan's Alpine Ski Team. We have three full-day practices at Mt. Ste. Marie and Mt. Cascades before the two day race in February. Sign up outside room 201 or see Mrs. Brady/Mrs. Earle/Mr. Steinke. We will be starting dryland practices Monday November 29. (AB –Nov 26)

clip_image008[4]SAY IT OUT LOUD WRITING CONTEST: November competition is to write a sonnet. Final day to submit it to Rm 138 is November 30. October winner will be announced at the end of November. Please see Mrs. Simpson in Rm 138 with questions. (JS –Nov 29)

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SHAD VALLEY EXPERIENCE: An opportunity for a grade 10, 11 and 12 students to experience university life at a Canadian University for 4 weeks during the summer. Shad Valley is a well recognized program for high achievers that focuses on Science, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship and Leadership. For more information and the application see Mr. Hallarn in Student Services. (JH –Dec 3)

 

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PROM COMMITTEE: There will be an important prom meeting Friday Nov 26th at 11:25 in Room 202. All volunteers helping with the grad video or the bake sale are asked to attend. See you there! (KP –Nov 26)

UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PINS HAVE ARRIVED: University bound students received their application passwords on Friday Nov 19. Students that were absent or who did not receive their envelope are asked to drop by Student Services. (JH –Nov 26)

clip_image014[4]ATTENTION ALL GRADE 12 STUDENTS – GRAD PHOTOS: Edge Imaging will be back December 13th, 14th, and 15th in our atrium. Please sign up for your appointment at www.bookmygrad.ca. Our school code is MTH. If you don't already have their leaflet, please pick one up in Student Services. All students must have their pictures taken for yearbook purposes. (KW –Nov 26)

clip_image016[4]GRADUATING STUDENTS – POLICIES AND DEADLINES:  In the past, it has been the practice of some graduating students to leave their Community Service Hours to the last month of school, thereby jeopardizing their graduation in June.  As a result, the following policies are now in place at Mother Teresa:

· PROM: All graduating students must have completed their 40 hours of community service if they intend to attend their graduation dance.  The earlier the better! Hours must be submitted to Student Services by May 13th, 2011.

  • GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Friday June 10, 2011.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (SD –Nov 26)

clip_image018[4]CONSIDERING AMERICAN COLLEGES? Free information seminar by PREPSKILLS on Saturday, November 27, 2010, 10:00am to 12:00pm at Ecclesiax/The Glebe House, 2 Monk Street, Ottawa. You can contact PREPSKILLS at 416-200-7728 to register for the free information seminar or register at: http://prepskills.net/app/SeminarForm.aspx. Please drop by Student Services for more information. (KW –Nov 26)

GRAD RINGS: Jostens is back on November 29th and November 30th during high school lunch in our atrium. They are here to deliver and take new ring orders. Come check out their catalog in Student Services. (KW –Nov 30)

ATTENTION UNIVERSITY BOUND STUDENTS: On Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, the University of Ottawa will host an information evening for prospective university students and their parents. This is an ideal opportunity to find out about our admission process, scholarships and bursaries. English presentation is at 7:30pm, French presentation is at 6 pm and the Information Fair is from 5pm to 9pm at Jock Turcot University Centre (85 University Street). Ottawa U will be broadcasting the presentations live on the Internet also. Event and webcast details can be found in the Events section of their website at: uOttawa.ca/admission. (KW –Dec 3)

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JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday November 26th, is Jeans Day. This week our contributions will go toward prostate cancer research. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Nov 26)

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clip_image023[4]COMING UP…

  • Nov 28th – Advent Begins
  • Dec 13th & 14th – 7/8 Immunization Clinics
  • Dec 13th – 15th – Grad Photos

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