Friday, January 25, 2013

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

Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.
~ Mother Teresa

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

OVERDUE BOOKS AND FINES: Students with overdue books and fines are asked to go to the Learning Commons after morning announcements. (MP –Jan 25)

PIZZA! The prom committee will be selling pizza for $2 a slice on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school, from now until the end of April. Thank you in advance for your support. There will be NO SALES during Exams (week of 28-Feb.1, 2013). (JR –Apr 30)

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR GRADE 7 STUDENTS: Babysitting Program flyers for classes starting the week of January 28, 2013 are available in Student Services for pick up. (KW –Jan 25)

BADMINTON TRY-OUTS: Grade 7 & 8 boys and girls interested in playing on the intermediate badminton team are asked to sign up on the list posted on Mlle Pendergest's classroom door - room 236. Try-outs will be held after school on January 30th and 31st (until 4:30pm). Bring a racquet, if you have one, and bring your A game! (CP - Jan 31)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

HEAR YE, HEAR YE… All students who plan to participate in the Ancient History Field Trip to Toronto, please submit your permission forms and confirm your spot with Mrs. Galbraith in Room 304 as soon as possible. There are a limited number of spots available so the sooner you submit your form and cheques the better. That said, not enough participation will mean cancellation. The deadline to submit the first cheque is Friday February 8, 2013 but permission forms are already being accepted. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity. (MG –Jan 25)

HIGH SCHOOL EXAM SCHEDULE NOW AVAILABLE: The HS Exam Schedule is now posted on the Mother Teresa Website. Extra copies are available in main office and Student Services, for those without access. All students are to return any textbooks or course items back to their teacher by end of semester. In the event that buses are cancelled on one of the exam days, all exams will be bumped to the next day. (MR –Jan 25)

REACH FOR THE TOP COMPETITIVE TEAM: Any high school student who is interested in participating in the competitive Reach for the top team is asked to attend a meeting in room 307 Tuesday, February 4^th. (JS –Feb 4)

REACH FOR THE TOP: The High School Reach for the Top Trivia Tournament is starting again. Anyone interested in signing a team up for the lunchtime trivia challenges, please see Mr. Specht for a team sign-up sheet and have it returned by Wednesday, February 5^th. (JS –Feb 5)

STUDENT SERVICES

The STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE at ss.mths.ca is set up as an information tool.

Includes information about: Courses, Careers, Graduation, Scholarships,etc.

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LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES?

Check out a great website that posts opportunities throughout the city. http://volunteerottawa.ca/youth/

VOLUNTEER HOURS: The Court at Barrhaven is looking for volunteers. They have a variety of activities that students can help out with.....also if anyone can provide entertainment, be it musical or drama shows, even teaching art to their residents. Please contact Kathy Blomquist atkatherine.blomquist@holidaytouch.com or by phone at 613-823-6033. (KW –Jan 25)

STUDENT SUMMER EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: The City hires hundreds of young people, starting at age 16, every summer for everything from wading pools to libraries to construction sites. The opportunity to apply is only available until early February. http://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/jobs-city/summer-student-employment-program. (KW –Jan 31)

DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORMS are available in Student Services for the March Session. Registration runs from January 7th until February 27th. Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited! (KW –Jan 31)

NIGHT SCHOOL INFORMATION (session February 19th - May 29th) from the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is available in Student Services. Registration details are as follows:

During the day from Monday, January 21st to Tuesday, February 12th at 440 Albert Street from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Evening registration is at the high school site of your course choice (Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Monday, February 11th (6:00pm -7:30pm), Tuesday, February 12th (6:00 pm - 7:30pm)
Registration deadline is February 12th.

All classes are conditional to sufficient enrolment and are subject to cancellation or transfer to an alternate location. Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be signed by student and parent/guardian and approved by day school counsellor. For more registration details and important program information, please visit their website at: http://www.ocdsb.ca/continuweb and click on credit program. (KW –Jan 31)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

FOR THE LATEST GRAD AND PROM INFORMATION, CHECK THE STUDENT SERVICES GRAD WEBPAGE:

https://sites.google.com/a/ocsb.ca/teh-student-services-information/home/grade-12-information/graduation-prom-grad-day-info

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 Friday May 10^th, 2013.

GRADUATION: In order to attend the Graduation Ceremony, students must have the 40 hours of community service completed by Monday June 10, 2013.

Forms are available in Student Services, the main office, or on the Mother Teresa website. (JH –Jan 25)

ST FX UNIVERSITY, ANTIGONISH, NOVA SCOTIA will be holding an information session: Sunday Feb 3, 1:00pm – 3:00pm, Dow's Lake Pavillion – Lago Room, 1001 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Ottawa. This event will serve as an opportunity for individuals to gain important information from our Recruitment Team around admission and scholarships, hear firsthand accounts of the StFX experience from our panel of current students and their parents from the Ottawa area, and take advantage of On-The-Spot Admissions. Interested students can RSVP to infosessions@stfx.ca or visit our website at stfx.ca/info-sessions. (JH –Feb 1)

YOU MISSED THE OUAC DEADLINE, OR YOU’RE STILL NOT SURE YOU MADE THE RIGHT CHOICES? No need to worry, you can still apply online for one of Saint Paul University’s unique and exceptional programs at https://ustpaul.ca/application_admission.php! To get a better idea of the programs we offer, become a student for a day! When do you ever get the chance of following the footsteps of a university student?! This is your chance! Contact the recruitment team at 613-236-1393 ext 2580 or e-mail us at recrutement-recruitment@ustpaul.ca to plan your visit! (KW –Feb 1)

COMMUNITY CORNER

MARCH BREAK CAMPS AND GENERAL INTEREST COURSES AVAILABLE FROM OUR CONTINUING EDUCATION DEPARTMENT:

Continuing Education has hundreds of learning opportunities for youth, adults and seniors throughout the city. Register now for general interest classes starting the week of January 28. Visit the website for all course details and registration information.
Looking for great March Break Camps? Visit our website and register now for camp programs running at our schools this year. Information regarding summer programs for youth will be made available in March. (Jan25)

MATH WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS - TUESDAY JANUARY 29: Learn more about how math is taught in classrooms today and how parents can support their child's learning. CSPA, in collaboration with the St. Francis Xavier & the St. Mark Families of Schools, is hosting math workshops for parents of K-12 students. The event will take place at St. Mark High School (1040 Dozois Road, Manotick) on Tuesday, January 29, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The workshops will be facilitated by OCSB Educational Consultants. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Read the flyer for full details or click the link to REGISTER NOW. (Jan 28

Parishes Serving the Mother Teresa Community

St. Andrew’s Parish

For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

Reminder for weekend of Feb 2 & 3 - Parish Socials will be held after all Masses. You are welcome to bring baked items to add to the table. Please note there is a peanut free table and a gluten free table for any items labeled as such.

St. Monica’s Parish

For information please visit

www.st-monica.com

Friday, January 25 from 7pm - 9pm
YOUTH NIGHT: HAWAIIAN VACATION

Saturday, February 2
WINTERFEST (12:30pm - 4pm) & CHILI/HOTDOG DINNER (6pm)
snow sculpture contest: building starts Jan 26,
with supervision M-F, 3:30pm - 6pm
*volunteers needed (all week long)*

Tuesday, February 12 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER
(supper served continuously, show up any time)
*volunteers needed*