Tuesday, February 14, 2012

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

~ CATHOLIC GRADUATE EXPECTIONS ~

~ Effective Communicators ~

An Effective Communicator is someone who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of the gospel values.

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

KINDNESS WEEK IS HERE!!! Monday, Feb 13- Warm Fuzzies Day (say kind words/ do a kind act for your classmates/teachers/other students). Tues, Feb 14- Valentine's Day! Wear Red, Pink, White Day. Wed. Feb 15- Heart Day- wear a heart t-shirt day. Thurs. Feb 16- Love your Team Day- wear a favourite team Jersey OR Titan wear day Friday, Feb 17- PJ Day. (TC –Feb 17)

VALENTINE’S CONTEST IN THE TLC: Drop by the TLC today and identify the literary couples from various books. Submit an entry form for a chance to win an Indigo Gift Card! (CHV –Feb 14)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

REMINDER TO GRADE 7/8 STUDENTS: All grade 7 & 8 students are reminded that they are expected to remain seated in the cafeteria at lunch, until it is time to go outside. Your co-operation is appreciated. (MC – Feb 17)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION – CHANGES TO ACCESS TO THE 3^RD FLOOR: Students will no longer be allowed to eat lunch and wander the 3^rd floor hallway during lunch time. Students who are meeting with teachers during lunch will still be allowed to work in the classrooms. Students with lockers on the 3^rd floor, must get all of their belongings at the beginning of lunch, as they will no longer have access to their lockers during lunch. (JP –Feb 15)

I MATTER U MATTER: The IMUMs will be meeting Tuesday, February 14^th at the beginning of lunch in room 102. We will be discussing the ROH video contest. (CS –Feb 14)

JR BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Practice this week is Wednesday February 8th at 3pm in the caf gym, Tuesday February 14th at 3pm in the wood floor gym and Wednesday February 15th at 3pm in the caf gym. Please see the website (http://volleyballmths.yolasite.com) to find permission forms, practice schedule and other important information. (EM –Feb 15)

MATCHMAKER: The matchmaker results are in! You can purchase your matches for $2 in the atrium on Tuesday February 14th, Wednesday February 15th, and Thursday February 16th. Don't resist, buy your list! (MK –Feb 16)

VARSITY GIRLS FUTSAL: Members of the Mother Teresa Varsity Girls Futsal Team are reminded of the following practice dates... February 16th, 23rd, 29th, March 7th & 20th. Please be dressed and ready to practice from 3-4:30pm in the wood floor gym. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Ms. McSwiggan. EVERYONE is reminded to bring in a $25 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School. (SM –Feb 23)

STUDENT SERVICES

ARE YOU LOOKING TO EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS? You can volunteer at the CEFO musical, "Cinderella". February 16-19 and February 23-25. Opportunities exist for working backstage crew, or front of house selling programs, ushering, greeting, working with the choirs, selling at the canteen. You can earn 2-5 hours per night depending on job responsibility. Please email Tammy Doyle at tammy.doyle@ocsb.ca. (KW –Feb 14)

VOLUNTEER OTTAWA PRESENTS: Get off your Apathy - youth engagement conference. Ten organizations will be present to inspire and inform you about how you can take action on issues that are important to you. This is an all day, free conference, open to youth aged 14 - 24, consisting of three workshops of your choice and much more. Circle this date on your calendar: Thursday, February 16^th. Sign in begins at 9:15 am and the day wraps up at 3:50pm at the Ottawa Arts Court. To register visit: www.volunteerottawa.ca/youth. For more information email Damien Martin @ youth@volunteerottawa.ca. (KW –Feb 15)

HIGH SCHOOL REACH FOR THE TOP: The madness continues on Wednesday Feb. 15 as Jai Ho Contends with TBA. The following game will be a heavyweight match Wednesday Feb 22 when Uberspam takes on The Pierre Bouchard Experience. Games start at 11:40 in room 307. Spectators welcome. (JS –Feb 15)

HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE REACH FOR THE TOP TEAM: For all the students who signed up for the Inter-school Reach for the Top team, there will two practice rounds at lunch in room 307 on Thursday February 16th and Friday February 17th. Attendance is mandatory. (JS –Feb 16)

CAMP LAU-REN: A children's residential summer camp located on the shores of the Ottawa River, 10km west of Deep River is currently looking for applicants for employment for the summer of 2012. Positions to be filled include head cook, assistant cook, counsellor, caretaker, and waterfront staff. Application forms for 2012 are available at www.lau-ren.com See more info in Student Services. (KW –Feb 17)

IT'S HERE! DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM! Visit your Student Services Office for registration forms. Registration runs from January 16th - February 17th. In-class lessons will be Wednesdays at Mother Teresa High School for 8 weeks starting February 29th from 3:15pm - 6:00pm. Students must bring a copy (front and back) of their G1 to the first calss, plus a copy of the MTO Driver's Handbook. This Driver's Ed program combines in-class, at-home and in-car instruction. Successful completion of this program allows a reduction of the G1 license driving period and a possible insurance discount (check with your insurance company). (KW –Feb 17)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Volunteer Resources Department at the Queensway Carleton Hospital is looking for students to join their 2012 summer program which runs July and August. Get your community service hours! Students are required to attend a Volunteer Information Session to obtain an application package and learn about the program. If the student is interested in applying they will receive an application package which must be completed and submitted to the Volunteer Resources Office no later than April 30, 2012. Students need to be 15 years of age by December 31st 2012 and have completed grade 9 by this summer. Information Session Dates are: January 31st @ 6pm, February 17th @ 6pm, February 21st @ 6pm, March 6th @ 6pm, March 13th @ 2pm, March 15th @ 2pm and March 19th @ 6pm. Students may sign up on-line at www.qch.on.ca using the "volunteer" tab on the left or phone the office at 613-721-4709. See Student Services for more information. (KW – Feb 17)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

LAST CHANCE FOR GRAD PHOTOS. Grad Retake Day is Friday, February 17^th. Edge Imaging has opened the site for you to book your appointment on-line at www.bookmygrad.com. School code is: MTH. If you are booking for a retake photo, please bring original proofs with you on February 17^th. Students who have not yet had their photos taken can also book an appointment on-line. (KW –Feb 16)

GRADUATION INFO: The MT Graduation Ceremony for the class of 2012 will be held at Mother Teresa on Thursday June 28 at 1:00 pm. Each student will be given 2 tickets for guests. Students will be able to request extra tickets starting in May and will be informed whether they will get extra tickets, in early June. (JH –Feb 17)

GRADE 12'S & NIGHT SCHOOL: If you are taking a night school course, you must sign the list in Student Services indicating the course you are taking. We will then update OUAC or OCAS with the course info. Do not assume because you spoke to your counselor that you do not need to sign the list! (JH –Feb 24)

STAFF NOTES

REMINDERS FOR STAFF:

All Staff Meeting – February 14, 2012

COMMUNITY CORNER

For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

FREE INFORMATION SESSION - TEENS & TECHNOLOGY: If your teen has a cell phone, then you need to know this… A presentation for parents about sexting, cyberbullying, safety and mental health. WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7 pm to 9 pm. WHERE: Adult High School, 300 Rochester Street. No Registration Required. Free parking. Bus route #14. Presented by the Ottawa Police (ottawapolice.ca) and the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. (JP –Feb 15)

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: Hosted jointly by the Ottawa Catholic School Board and the Catholic School Parents Association (CSPA), the Director’s Forum presents, Dr. Karyn Gordon, one of North America’s leading relationship experts for organizations and families specializing in Youth / Gen Y.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

St. Paul High School

2675 Draper Avenue, Ottawa (free parking)

6:15 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Student-led displays

7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. - Presentation in Auditorium

Reception to follow

Everyone is welcome to attend this presentation. However, you must register in advance with your school principal. To register, send an email to Mary-Ellen Agnel at Mary-Ellen.Agnel@ottawacatholicschools.ca by February 23rd. For more information, go to http://www.occdsb.on.ca/media.php?mid=62513. (KZ –Feb 23)

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION: Play soccer in your neighbourhood this summer! Ottawa South United Soccer is pleased to announce the start of its 2012 outdoor summer soccer registration. Please check out the website for more information. Ottawa South United Soccer Association. www.osu.ca. (KZ –Feb 24)