Thursday, December 2, 2010

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

~ Advent Thought for the Day ~

Mother Teresa was not the first to take pity on Calcutta’s poor and suffering. Yet she became so effective at alleviating misery because she built her mission on Jesus. As you go about your holiday preparations, be sure that Jesus is the foundation of your efforts.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

YEARBOOKS! ** LAST 2 DAYS FOR EARLY BIRD PRICE** Yearbooks go on sale, Monday November 22^nd, priced at $45. The early bird special will be from 22^nd November – 3^rd 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 22^nd. You need to bring cash or a cheque with your order form to the school atrium during any lunchtime until December 17^th. 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 17^th of December. (AP –Dec 3)

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)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

GIRLS HANDBALL: The Grade 7/8 girls’ handball team has a brief but important meeting in room 339 today at lunch. Please see Mrs. Pert if you cannot attend. (PP –Dec 2)

7/8 REACH FOR THE TOP: This week, Reach For the Top will be held on Friday, December 3 at 7/8 lunch. New members are always welcome. Come to Room 235. (TC –Dec 3)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL 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)

INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL: High School Intramural Volleyball Season is official and will kick off Friday this week. The double round-robin starts every scheduled day at 11:40. Check the schedule outside the wood floor gym for details…. Teams are responsible for setting up and taking down equipment. Next activity will be 3 on 3 Intramural Floor Hockey – maximum number of players per team will be 7. Sign ups begin Friday. Any questions see Mr. Prigent. (DP –Dec 3)

STUDENT SERVICES

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)

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)

GRADS

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)

STAFF

JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday December 3^rd, is Jeans Day. This week our contributions will go toward prostate cancer research. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Dec 3)

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)

COMING UP…

Dec 3^rd – Student Talent Show
Dec 5^th – Second week of Advent begins
Dec 13^th & 14^th – 7/8 Immunization Clinics
Dec 13^th – 15^th – Grad Photos
Dec 17^th – Last day of classes before Christmas Break