Friday, September 14, 2012
Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MT WALK AND SPIRIT RALLY: This Friday, Student Council is bringing you the first big event of the year! We will do a short community walk to show our support of Terry Fox. There will be a homeroom trivia contest with questions about MT. Students at the Spirit Rally will compete in games to earn points for their grade/homeroom. And best of all...prizes will be awarded to the grade/homeroom with the most points!! Support your grade by wearing the correct colour on Friday - Grade 12 is Black, Grade 11 is White, Grade 10 is Blue, Grade 9 is Red, Grade 8 is Green and Grade 7 is Yellow. Points will also be given to the grade/homeroom with the most "colour spirit"!! Let's show everyone that Mother Teresa has the most school spirit in Barrhaven!! (NR –Sep 14)
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS
CROSS COUNTRY: There will be a grade 7/8 cross country practice Friday Sept. 14th after school from 3:00 to 4:00. Please meet Mme Kinloch and Bridget Hayes behind the school by the basketball nets. Bring all of your things with you so that you don't need to return into the school. It is highly recommended that you bring a water bottle with you. Practices will continue next week on Tuesdays and Fridays after school until the meet on Wednesday September 26th. (JK –Sep 14)
GIRLS RUGBY: There will be a tryout for the 7/8 girls rugby team Tuesday, Sept. 18th and Wednesday Sept. 19th after school. Please see Mr. Nicoletti if you have any questions. (CN –Sep 19)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PEER HELPERS: Attention all high school students who have signed up for and those who would like to become a PEER HELPER. you are asked to come to an important meeting on Thursday, Sept. 13 at 11:30am in room 302. Please bring your lunch. (MB –Sep 14)
GOLF TEAM: ** DATE CHANGE ** Due to leadership camp next Monday, The meeting for the HS golf team will be taking place Thursday, Sept. 13th, instead of Monday. Time : 11:30 am in room 315. Please see Mme Milliard if you have any questions. (KM –Sep 17)
OVERSEAS ENRICHMENT: Any student interested in participating in the Overseas Enrichment Trip to Italy, South of France and Spain in March 2013 is asked to to pick up an information package from Ms. Stuart in Room 102 or Ms. Pierce in Student Services. (MP –Sep 17)
OPEN GYM BASKETBALL NIGHTS for Boys in Grades 9 - 12 will be held on Monday, September 10th, and 17th 2012 from 6 PM - 9 PM (open to ONLY MT High School students). If you have any other questions see Mr. Rowley in room 136. (MR –Sep 17)
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2013 INTEREST MEETING: The Archdiocese of Ottawa is bringing a group of Young Adults (18-35) to World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro, July 17 – 31, 2013. “Interest Meeting” on Thurs. Sep 20, 7:00 pm at the Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place. Info: Ted: 613-738-5025 x 231; or thurley@archottawa.ca. (MD –Sep 20)
STUDENT SERVICES
VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED FOR THE RICHMOND FAIR ON SEPT 15 & 16. Please contact Mark for more info at 613-823-6949 or at kerrvill@sympatico.ca. (JH –Sep 14)
RICHMOND FAIR PARADE: Pierre Poilievre M.P for Nepean-Carleton will be participating in the Richmond Fair Parade on Saturday, September 15th, 2012. The parade starts at 10:45am so we will be meeting in the parking lot of South Carleton High School around 10:15am. All interested volunteers should contact myself or my colleague Austin (e-mails below) with their name, number, address and e-mail address. This is a great way for them to help out their community and attain volunteer hours. Contact Brad Otley - pierre.poilievre.a5@parl.gc.ca or Austin Jean - pierre.poilievre.c1@parl.gc.ca. Office phone number: (613) 990-4300. (KW –Sep 14)
LF TUTOR FOR A GRADE 2 STUDENT at St. Andrew Elementary School to help with reading and handwriting. Please contact Claire at 613 440-7223. (KW –Sep 17)
PARISH DINNER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: St. Patrick's Parish will be hosting its Harvest Dinner on September 30th and requires volunteers. Please contact Nora Burnett at 613 825-2049. (KW –Sep 21)
YOUNG REMBRANDTS ARTS PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS: Looking for 1 or 2 Gr 11/12 volunteers to assist instructors in the Young Rembrandts Arts Program being offered at Mother Teresa High School on Saturdays from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm. Please contact Robin Dewe at either 613-889-8531 or robin.dewe@youngrembrandts.com. (KW –Sep 21)
JOSTENS is back to our school on Wednesday, September 26th, Thursday, September 27th, Friday, September 28th, during senior lunch in the atrium, in front of Student Services. There are 14 brand new rings to choose from, so come to Student Services to pick up a leaflet and brochure. Order now to receive your ring before Christmas. (KW –Sep 28)
GRADE 12’s / GRADS
GRAD OPTIONS AND SCHOLARSHIPS: The Guidance counsellors will be meeting with all grade 12 studentS this month to discuss post-secondary options. Scholarships have started to arrive at the school.
THE LORAN AWARD
Deadline: *Due October 9th in Student Services for Sponsored Applicants
Due Oct 24th for Direct Pool Applicants-must mail your application
Criteria: maintain 85% average. Demonstrate character, leadership and a commitment to the community
Application and more information at: www.cmsf.ca. (TC –Sep 21)
DRIVER EDUCATION FORMS HAVE ARRIVED! Registration runs from September 7th - October 10th. Come pick up your form in Student Services. (KW –Sep 21)
UOTTAWA DAY is on Friday, October 26th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event features a variety of activities for students, including presentations on admission, financial aid and academic programs. Students are encouraged to visit Ottawa U's website where they can explore workshops being offered by various departments and faculties. Faculty and service representatives will be on hand to answer questions. Students also receive a coupon worth $6 towards their lunch purchase. Students can also take a tour of the campus, residences, sports facilities and labs. Please visit www.uOttawa.ca/events. (KW -Sep 21)
CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY FAIRS: Free admission - financial aid workshops - taking place on Wednesday, October 17th, at the Metropolitan Bible Church. (KW –Sep 21)
JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday September 14th is Jeans Day. This week our contributions will go toward the Run for the Cure. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Sep 14)
For information about St. Andrew’s Parish, including parish bulletins, please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.
RESILIENT AND READY: A LUNCHEON CONVERSATION FOR PARENTS
Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012. Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm (doors open at 11:30am)
Location: Centurion Convention Center (170 Colonnade Road). Admission: $25.
For more information about D.I.F.D. please visit www.difd.com. For more information about The Royal please visit www.theroyal.ca. (SD –Sep 18)
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE THE PARENT PLAYS IN BUILDING A RESILIENT 21ST CENTURY TEENAGER: WHAT PARENTS CAN DO. Please join us for this presentation by Dr. Leonard Sax, on Monday September 24th at 7 pm at Mother Teresa High School. Register online at http://drleonardsaxatmt.eventbrite.ca. (AB –Sep 24
OFFICER’S NOTES – News and Information from our School Resource Officer
GET TO KNOW YOUR SRO… The School Resource Officer Program has been in effect in Ottawa Schools for over 17 years and was established for officers to provide support for school staff, students and parents. SRO’s may be involved in delivering lectures on various topics as well as dealing with incidents which take place at school during school hours or those that have an effect on the overall school environment. When an SRO becomes involved in dealing with an incident it may result in a conversation, mediation or a referral to an intervention or diversion program, or a charge. The School Resource Officer mandate is to build healthy, trusting relationships with youth of all ages by becoming a familiar presence in their schools.
- September 21st – Student fees due
- September 24th – Understanding Gender Difference in the 21st Century Teenager