Monday, April 15, 2013
Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8
Joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls. ~ Mother Teresa
A CATHOLIC GRADUATE IS… A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith community who celebrates the signs and sacred mystery of God’s presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living. (Apr 15)
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
"TITANS AROUND THE WORLD" IS BACK! Titans Around the World is a unique show designed to showcase the amazing ethnic talent and diversity at MT. The Student Council is seeking cultural acts for this one of a kind show. If you can sing, dance, play an instrument or do pretty much anything cultural we want you to audition! Auditions are being held on Tuesday April 16th as well as Thursday April 18th and Friday April 19th. Audition sign-ups will be posted outside room 301. The show will take place May 9th. (NR –Apr 19)
2013-2014 STUDENT COUNCIL: Do you have ideas for activities you would like to see happen in our school? Do you have school spirit? Are you reliable? Are you currently in grade 8, 9, 10 or 11? Have you considered running for Student Council? There will be information meetings on Monday April 22 and Tuesday April 23 at the beginning of senior lunch in room 301. Grade 8 students will have one meeting on Tuesday April 23 at the beginning of junior lunch in room 301. Come and see what being a member of Student Council is all about! (NR –Apr 23)
LEARNING COMMONS POETRY CONTEST: April is Poetry Month and the Learning Commons is celebrating with a poetry contest. Submit your poems up until April 26. Rules: Poem must be your original work and submitted in typed format. Include your name and grade. Any form of poem can be submitted. One poem per person. Four categories: 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, French. Prizes! (CHV –Apr 26)
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)
WEDNESDAY MAY 8TH: EDUCATION WEEK OPEN HOUSE: Please come join us beginning at 4:30 to celebrate Education Week at Mother Teresa. We will have department displays, and student performances taking place. As well, you will be able to purchase a fresh made pizza prepared in a wood oven courtesy of Pizza All'Antica. (MR –May 8)
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS 
7/8 SWIM TEAM: Any 7/8 student interested in joining the SWIM TEAM is asked to go to Room 235 on Monday, April 15 at the beginning of 7/8 lunch. (rescheduled due to snow day) Bring your lunch! Please be prompt! (TC –Apr 15)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
WHAT IS DINE-IN FOR DARON? It’s a Period 1 buyout on April 17th, (Get out of class!), where you get a HOT breakfast, Motivational speaker who rollerbladed across Canada, FREE candy bag, yes FREE candy bag, Music, chance to win door prizes and prize for most purple, free ticket for grand prize draw (Hot 89.9 tour and purple cake), PLUS you get to support Mental Health Awareness all in one fun and delicious package!!!! Tell your friends. Buy your ticket in the Tuck at lunch for only $10. HURRY...Space is limited! (SM –Apr 17)
DO YOU WANT A JOB? Then SEAS (St. Elizabeth Ann Seton) is your place! You can buy a $2 hiring guide to help you with your job search. The guide includes information on what employers are looking for in a good employee. This is run in partnership with Barrhaven Businesses. On Friday April 19th, we will have a table set up in the atrium at HS lunch, for students interested in this exciting opportunity! (MEA –Apr 19)
BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: There will be a blood donor clinic in the wooden floor gym on Friday, April 19th. You must be 17yrs old to donate. Grade 12 students can see their homeroom teacher to sign up. See Mrs McLaughlin in room 130 if you want more information. (DM –Apr 19)
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/
HELP WITH FIRST COMMUNION: LF 1 volunteer for April 27th, from 3pm to 7pm to assist with set up and registration table check-in for first communion. Please contact Mrs. Pilgrim in Room 105, mornings only. Thank you. (KW –Apr 17)
ST. BRIGID’S CAMP: We are looking for male counsellors (16-18---preferably completing Grade 11 or 12) who will take care of the campers from Monday to Friday starting on July 1st to July 26th). It is such an important job as nobody matters more in a camper's life----a counsellor is a mom/dad, teacher, role model and best friend who provides a safe environment of leadership, compassion and kindness to so many campers. All information regarding applications and camp is available on our website (www.stbcamp.ca). Contact Camp Director Joanne Cooke at 613 728-3017. (KW –Apr 30)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! FUN GUARANTEED! Canada Day in Barrhaven. We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, energetic individuals that want to come and enjoy Canada Day by helping out and getting involved in the community. Can you help out? Please contact us whether you can spare an hour or more. For more information or to become a volunteer, please contact: John Scholman, Volunteer Coordinator. volunteer@canadadaybarrhaven.ca. (KZ –Apr 30)
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
PROM TICKETS: Due to the inclement weather day on Friday Apr 12, Prom Ticket sales have been extended to April 15 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 15)
MAKING SENSE OF ADOLESCENCE: Crossing the bridge from childhood to adulthood has never been so daunting. This two-hour presentation is intended for parents, teachers, administrators, professionals - anyone who desires to make sense of adolescence. Based on Dr. Neufeld’s paradigm, the presenter will help shed light into this pivotal developmental process, provide both the tools and the eyes to see an adolescent through the journey, and articulate why now more than ever adolescents need our help to cross that bridge. This presentation is inspired by the material on Making Sense of Adolescence, developed by internationally renowned developmental psychologist Dr. Gordon Neufeld. Where: The Library-Learning Commons, St. Joseph High School. When: Tuesday, April 16th 2013 from 6 to 8 pm. Cost: FREE EVENT- sponsored by St. Joseph Council with a Parents as Partners grant. ONLY 30 SPOTS AVAILABLE! RSVP by email to Sarah.Murray@ocsb.ca. Presenter: Geneviève Brabant, MSW, RSW. Genevieve is a Clinical Social Worker with over twelve years experience working with children and families in the school and clinical setting. (MEA –Apr 16)
GRADUATION INFO: The MT Graduation Ceremony for the class of 2013 will be held at Mother Teresa on Thursday June 27, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Each student will be given 2 tickets for guests. Students will be able to request extra tickets by signing up in Student Services between May 1st and May 17th. Students will be informed whether they will get extra tickets, in early June. (JH –Apr 19 )
HERE ARE THE DATES OF THE UPCOMING PROM COMMITTEE MEETINGS. They will all take place in the Library Seminar Room at lunch. Please attend in order to be heard. This is the final push until the big event.
Dates: Monday April 15, 2013
Monday April 22, 2013
Monday May 6, 2013
Thank you all for your participation. Please see Mrs. Rennick if you are going for a school letter to ensure that you get the proper points. (JR –May 6)
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)
BABYSITTING COURSE: For students aged 10 – 16. When: Saturday April 27th 2013. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Ruth E. Dickinson Library. Cost: $50 includes an information package & certificate. Bring: a doll or a bear, a small blanket, a pencil, your lunch and healthy snacks. Please register on line at www.biblioOttawaLibrary.ca. (KZ –Apr 19)
ONLINE SOCIAL NETWORKING SAFETY 101 PRESENTATION FOR PARENTS: On Wednesday May 1st, we will have Paul Davis at Mother Teresa. In the evening there will be a presentation for parents beginning at 6:30 pm. Topics include: FACEBOOK, CyberBullying, HandHeld Devices, Texting, Legal Matters, and a Common Sense Approach to dealing with the technology your children have, or are asking you for! Free Child care/babysitting will be provided. We ask that where possible, any children needing care be of ages 4 and up (to age 12). You can see reviews of Paul Davis at http://www.socialnetworkingsafety.net. This presentation is only for parents. Signup online at https://docs.google.com/a/ocsb.ca/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFZDNHBkZFRsZlpldHRhMS1HRGJUTnc6MQ#gid=0 (MR –May 1)
COMING UP….
- Apr 17 – 18 – 7/8 Immunization Clinic
- Apr 19 – Blood Donor Clinic
- Apr 25 – HS Report Cards go home
- Apr 26 – Co-op Integration Day
- Apr 30 – Gr 6 Parent Information Night 6:30 – 8 pm
- May 6 – 10 – Catholic Education Week
Mother Teresa… Did you know…??
In addition to promoting literacy, Teresa taught the children basic hygiene. She visited their families, inquiring about their needs and helping provide for them when she could. (legacy.com)
