Friday, September 16, 2011

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

~ Thought for the Week ~

Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. ~ Mother Teresa

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE TERRY FOX FUNDRAISING “BATTLE” BEGINS TODAY! The collection box will be in the atrium this morning waiting for your cash. Here is how to play: Every homeroom will be given a box. In order to collect points for your homeroom, add as many pennies, loonies, and bills as you can to your homeroom box. To attack another class, simply add nickels, dimes, quarters and toonies to their boxes and their homeroom will lose points. If taking away points is not enough, you can also "bomb" another class' box by placing a 50 dollar bill in their box and take them out of the points' competition. These homerooms can still compete for the most money raised; however, they will be eliminated and can no longer compete for the class with the most points. Remember that is this ultimately a fundraiser for cancer, so give generously, but strategically. Good luck Titans! (NBD –Sep 16)

CHEO CONNECTS! is a Free Information Series for Parents of 14 -18 year olds. The first session takes place Monday Sept 19 from 7 - 9pm. For a list of topics covered and registration info: www.cheo.on.ca/cheoconnects. (JH -Sep 19)

SPIRIT WEEK FALL 2011: Our first spirit week of the year begins next week! Here is the schedule:

Monday – PJ Day – 'cause it's Monday.

Tuesday – Employee of the Month Day – wear your work uniform, or dress like a worker.

Wednesday – Blast from the Past Day – raid your parents' closet.

Thursday – Titan Pride Day - dress up in your Titan gear and our school colours (blue and white).

Friday – Twin Day – you and your BFF can look just the same – triplets work too. (NBD –Sep 23)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING: 7/8 students interested in Cross Country Running are asked to sign up outside of the 7/8 Phys Ed offices. Practice dates will be listed underneath the sign up sheet. See Mr. MacCuaig if you have any questions. (MM –Sep 20)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAPPIES TEAM 2011 – 2012: Please check the door of Rm 138 for this year's team. Thanks to all who expressed an interest. We wish we could take all of you! (JS –Sep 16)

LONDON, ENGLAND TRIP – MARCH 2012: Please see Mrs. Simpson (Rm 138) by Sept. 16^th if you are interested in a fabulous March Break trip to London. Pick up letter of permission, itinerary and payment information. (JS –Sep 16)

GIRLS HOCKEY – PRACTICE AND TRYOUT SCHEDULE: Please be ready to go once the Zamboni is off the ice. Full equipment is mandatory (including mouth guards) and water bottles are your own responsibility. Anyone who needs to leave early must let the coaches know ahead of time. Transportation (practice/try-outs) to and from the arena is your responsibility. (MG -Sep 16)

Monday, Sept. 12^th	3-5:00pm	@ Walter Baker A
Friday, Sept. 16^th	3-5:00pm	@ Walter Baker A
Monday, Sept. 19^th	3-5:00pm	@ Walter Baker A
Thursday, Sept. 22^nd	3-4:30pm	@ Walter Baker B
Monday, Sept. 26^th	3-5:00pm	@ Walter Baker A
Thursday, Sept. 29^th	3-4:30pm	@ Walter Baker B
Tuesday, Oct. 4^th	3-5:00pm	@ Walter Baker A
Thursday, Oct. 6^th	3-4:30pm	@ Walter Baker B

SR. BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Sr Boys Volleyball practices are Monday, September 12, Wednesday September 14, and Monday September 19, after school in the Wood Floor gym. Please come ready with running shoes, shorts and a t-shirt. If you have any questions please see Mlle McMurchy (room 233 7-8 wing) or M. Atkinson. (EM –Sep 19)

NEW YORK CITY – May 2012: Are you interested in seeing one of the world's most exciting cities? Want to see a Broadway show? How about two? The Statue of Liberty? Trump Tower? Central Park? Canal Street? The 9/11 memorial? Our four day trip includes all of the above and more! If you would like to learn more, come to room 138 during lunch on Tuesday, September 20th to grab an information sheet and permission form. This trip is open to all senior students (grades 11 and 12 only). (NBD –Sep 20)

M.T.S.A.I.D (MOTHER TERESA STUDENTS AGAINST IMPAIRED DRIVING):Do you want to gain leadership experience while raising awareness about an important cause that affects too many youth? Then please join us for a brief meeting in room 209 on Wednesday September 28th at the beginning of lunch. New members welcome. (MK –Sep 28)

STUDENT SERVICES

VOLUNTEER AT THE RICHMOND FAIR: The Richmond Fair needs volunteers this weekend. Activities included directing people at the gates, working the parking lots and general help in the buildings. It a great way to see the fair and appreciate all the work that goes into it. Hours are flexible and each student could work up to 20 hours in two days. A great opportunity to accumulate hours! If interested please contact Mark: 613-863-6949. (JH –Sep 16)

TUTORS NEEDED: We are looking for student tutors. Earn community service hours or get paid $10/per hour. Tutors are required primarily in the math, science and English areas. Stop by Student Services to pick up an application form. (MP –Sep 16)

U.S. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION EVENING: Please join an information program evening with representatives from the Undergraduate Admission Offices of Brown University (Providence, Rhode Island), Columbia University (New York, New York), Dartmouth College (Hanover, New Hampshire), Harvard University (Cambridge, Massachusetts), Princeton University (Princeton, New Jersey), Stanford University (Stanford, California) and University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). Admission officers will address issues of particular concern to students applying from Canada such as academic programs, admission policies, costs and financial aid, and student life. There will be a general question and answer period as well as an opportunity to speak with individual representatives.

The Ottawa session takes place on Monday, September 19th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., Ashbury College, Theatre,

362 Mariposa Avenue. 613 749-5954. http://bit.ly/njcc0J.

SCHOOL RINGS: A representative from Jostens Rings will be here on Monday, September 19th and Tuesday, September 20^th during senior lunch time. Come and see the beautiful collection of rings. Booklets will be available in Student Services for pick up. Now is the time to start thinking about school rings, not just grad rings. (KW –Sep 20)

STUDY AND GO ABROAD FAIR: Ottawa Convention Centre, Trillium Ballroom Thursday Sept 29 from 1pm to 6pm. This free expo is an opportunity to learn about opportunities for studying overseas and in Canada and the US, as well as plan for gap year travel (volunteering, working abroad, language programs and internships). We have a great line-up of exhibitors in Ottawa - over 60 from around the world - including universities from the USA, Canada, Australia, England, Ireland, Korea, Hong Kong, Fiji, Sweden and Switzerland. We are also happy to include AUCC, CanLearn, Foreign Affairs and International Trade, and Education USA. You can see the full list on http://www.studyandgoabroad.com/exhibitor_list.html. (JH -Sep 23)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HARVEST DINNER: Volunteers are needed for Harvest Dinner at St. Patrick’s Parish, on Sunday, September 25th from 3pm to 8pm. Choose a shift of at least 2 1/2 hours. You will help with serving pie, resetting tables for the 2nd sitting just to list a few tasks. You will not be alone; you will be placed with an adult. Bring your community service hour form to get signed there. Please contact Nora Burnett (St. Patrick's Parish, Fallowfield) at 613 825-2049. (KW –Sep 23)

QUILTS! We have a unique opportunity for students to earn their volunteer hours right here at our school!

Victoria’s Quilts Canada is a non-profit organization making quilts for people with Cancer living anywhere in Canada. Demand for these quilts has increased dramatically in the past few years. Victoria’s Quilts is looking for students. Both boys and girls can help to tie and finish the quilts. Sewing skills are not required. Please sign up in Student Services. (KW –Sep 30)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

Saturday September 17, Richmond Parade, starts at South Carleton High School in Richmond. We need volunteers to arrive before 10:30 at the front of the school where Pierre Poilievre and his volunteers will be lined up for the parade that leaves at 11:00 am. We need students to help hand out candy while in the parade with Pierre, who will be in a black Camero Convertible.
The next event is to help hand out balloons at the Metcalfe Fair on Saturday October 1 and Sunday October 2.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Lena Hillock, by sending her an email at lenahillock@rogers.com. (KW –Sep 30)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth is a new website geared towards students volunteering in the Ottawa area and accumulating their 40 hours. Click the GO! Volunteer tab to search for Volunteer opportunities.

STAFF

JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday Sep 16^th is our first Jeans Day this year. Our contributions this week will go toward Run for the Cure. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Jun 17)