Thursday, March 21, 2013
Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8
If we want a love message to be heard, it has got to be sent out. To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it. ~ Mother Teresa
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
DOUGHNUT DAY: Attention all students and staff, the Mother Teresa Prom Committee will be selling Tim Horton’s doughnuts and hot chocolate topped with whipped cream this Friday, March 22 in the morning. For only $2, come enjoy a doughnut and some hot chocolate with us for breakfast, and support prom 2013. You can find us in the atrium from 8:00 until 8:35. This Friday is doughnut day! (JR –Mar 22)
POPCORN: White Pine Club will be selling popcorn this Friday, March 22 during both lunches. $1.00/bag. (CHV –Mar 22)
SKI CLUB: Reimbursement forms are now available from the main office. Forms are due back by March 27th. (KN –Mar 27)
MESSAGE TO (PARENTS OF) STUDENTS WITH OUTSTANDING FEES/ITEMS: At this time there are still a number of outstanding textbook and fees (athletic, library) that are owed by students for semester 1. Unfortunately, any student who has an outstanding item will not be allowed entry into any of the upcoming school dances (which includes the Prom). As well, students planning on playing spring sports will need to have their fees cleared before they will be allowed to participate. If there are individual circumstances that the school needs to be made aware of, or if your child has returned the item or paid the fee and it has not yet been recorded, please let us know. Again, we thank you for your continued support. (MR –Mar 28)
PHOTOVOICE CONTEST: The City of Ottawa is running a photocopy contest for youth grades 7 - 12. You may use a cellphone or a digital camera to capture "Active Transportation" or "General Health Issues" occurring in our community and potentially have your work displayed in a photo gala! There are several cash prices to be awarded each week by random draw, and you can submit up to 5 entries. If you want to win some easy money, this is the contest for you! The contest runs until April 19th, 2013. See Ms. Stuart for a Consent Form, and submit your pictures online at photovoice@ottawa.ca. (CS –Apr 4)
CHOIR PRACTICE FOR MASS IN APRIL: All practices will be held in Rm 119 at lunch. Bring lunch, water bottle and choir folder. Everyone welcome to perform - male voices needed! Music for mass will have a rock theme. Practice Dates:
- Thursday March 21st
- Wednesday March 27th
- Thursday April 4th (SS –Apr 4)
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. (JR –Apr 30)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
HS TRACK AND FIELD: All High School Boys and Girls (grades 9 - 12) interested in trying out for this year's Track and Field team are asked to attend a sign up meeting at the START of lunch (11:30 AM - 11:45 AM) on Thursday, March 21st 2013 in Room 136. If you have any questions please see Mr. Rowley. (MR –Mar 21)
GIRLS RUGBY: Any and all girls interested in playing rugby, please come by for practice Wednesday and Friday morning, from 7 – 8:15 am. We hope to see you there. GO TITANS!! (CR –Mar 22)
FIELD LACROSSE TRYOUTS will begin after March Break. Tryouts will be on Wednesday, March 20 and Friday, March 22 after school in the cafe gym. All interested must be in attendance. (JL –Mar 22)
ATTENTION STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS! **REVISED DATE** Guest Speaker Tuesday, March 26th... Invest Ottawa will discuss the Entrepreneurship Centre and the $3000 Summer Company Grant. “Grant” means you don't have to pay it back!!!!! Get permission note from your period 3 or 4 teacher and join us in room 216! (SM – Mar 26)
MASQUERADE BALL: The Mother Teresa semi formal this year is a masquerade ball which will be held on Friday April 5th. Tickets are $10 and are on sale from Monday March 25th to Thursday March 28th. Guest tickets must be purchased by Wed March 27th. Only half masks are permitted and must be submitted to Student Council prior to the dance. Get your tickets early as semi-formal dances often sell out! (MM –Mar 28)
GRAD FEES: Graduating students should bring their grad fee of $75 to room 130 any time until April 5th. This fee is different from the prom fee. This fee covers all costs associated with grad day and commencement (gown rental etc). Your height will be measured when you bring your cash/cheque (payable to "Mother Teresa High School". Grad gowns will be ordered after the April 5th deadline. (DM –Apr 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/
SUMMER JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE WAUPOOS FAMILY FARM: The Waupoos Foundation is a Christ-centered community integrating prayer, work and play in our activities, while providing vacations to families in need. www.waupoos.com Application Deadline for Positions: April 18, 2013. See poster sheet in Student Services. (KW –Apr 2)
INTERESTED IN A FUN-FILLED SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE AT ST. BRIGID'S SUMMER CAMP? Information is available on their website; www.stbcamp.ca. Registration is on Saturday, April 27th, from 8 am to 10:30 am at St. John the Apostle Church, 2340 Baseline Road. More information available in Student Services. (KW –Mar 28)
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 10th, 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 –Mar 29)
PROM TICKETS: Prom Tickets will be sold April 10, 11, and 12 in room 216 at lunch. Price is $75. You must purchase your ticket before reserving your seat and table. Please make cheques payable to Mother Teresa High School. (SM –Apr 12)
STAFF 
COMING UP FOR STAFF:
- Thursday March 21st – Staff Mass and Retreat after school.
COMMUNITY CORNER 
PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY:
· St. Andrew’s Parish: For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.
IF YOUR TEEN HAS A CELL PHONE; THEN YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS….. FREE INFORMATION SESSION: Teens & Technology - A presentation for parents about sexting, cyberbullying, and internet safety. Tuesday, April 16, 2013, 7 pm to 9 pm. Earl of March High School. 4 The Parkway, Kanata. No Registration Required. Free parking. ottawapolice.ca. (AS –Apr 16)
COMING UP…
- Mar 22 – Co-op Integration Day
- Mar 29 – Good Friday
- Apr 1 – Easter Monday
- Apr 4 – HS Interviews. Early Dismissal (1:50 pm) for ALL students.
- Apr 5 – HS Semi-Formal Dance (Masquerade Ball)
Mother Teresa… Did you know…??
It took two years of preparation before Teresa was able to begin doing the work she felt compelled to do. She needed to receive permission from the Sisters of Loreto to leave the order – while retaining her vows – as well as permission from the Archbishop of Calcutta to live and work among the poor. She also prepared by taking a nursing course. (legacy.com)
