Friday, May 17, 2013
Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8
God doesn't require us to succeed; he only requires that you try. ~ Mother Teresa
A CATHOLIC GRADUATE IS… A caring family member who attends to family, school, parish and the wider community (May 21)
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday May 20th is the Victoria Day Holiday. Enjoy your long weekend!
LOCK REMOVAL: Students are asked to take any bicycle locks they have left on the trees surrounding the school. THE LOCKS WILL BE CUT OFF beginning next week. (KZ –May 17)
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS 
7/8 BOYS GAELIC FOOTBALL: Any 7/8 boys interested in trying out for the Gaelic football team please sign-up in front of the 7/8 Phys.Ed. office. (CN –May 17)
7/8 BOYS/GIRLS PADDLE BALL TEAM: Any 7/8 boys and girls interested in trying out for the Paddle ball team please sign-up in front of the 7/8 Phys.Ed. office. (CN –May 17)
7-8 DRAMA CLUB: Costume Rehearsal: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday this week, on the stage 3-4pm. (JB –May 17)
7/8 GIRLS GAELIC FOOTBALL: The 7/8 girls gaelic football will be holding tryouts Thursday May 23 after school from 3 til 4:15. Not sure what gaelic football is, come out anyway and learn how to play. (MP –May 23)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
GRADE 9 STUDENTS IN MRS. COXALL'S ENGLISH CLASSES: If you were absent Thursday for any reason (school activity or not) be sure to see me in room 134 after announcements today. Thanks. (CC –May 17)
GR 9/10 POETRY CONTEST: The Refugees and Human Rights poetry contest has been extended. The closing date is now 17 May 2013. If you are a grade 9 or 10 student and have not entered, this means you still have two weeks to write and express your feelings about issues such as war, violence and persecution, the pain and isolation of a refugee's life, cultural/religious difference and co-existence, the importance of welcoming refugees, the challenges of adapting to life in a new country, the need for being welcomed and for tolerance in our society. Entry form and rules are available on the UNHCR website at www.unhcr.ca Individual submissions can be sent by email topoesie@unhcr.org or by fax at 613-230-1855 or by courrier to UNHCR Canada, Suite 401 - 280 Albert Street, ON K1P 5G8. (CHV –May 17)
DEBATE CLUB: Debate Club will happen next Tuesday, May 21. Please pop by room 138 to discuss potential debate against another school. (JS –May 21)
CHOIR PRACTICE SCHEDULE - Preparation for the last mass of the year. Practice dates are Wednesday May 8th, Tuesday May 14, and Tuesday May 21st. There will be a practice the morning of mass as well. All practices are held in room 119 at lunch. Everyone is encouraged to attend to help make this a spectacular final mass. (SS –May 21)
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 SCHOOL: The Ottawa Catholic School Board Summer School Registration Forms have arrived. Summer school classes run from July 3rd to July 24th. The pre-registration period is from May 1st, 2013 to June 21st, 2013. Students unable to register before this date will have to do so in person on July 2nd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at all summer school locations. The registration form must be signed by the student, a parent/guardian and a guidance counsellor. (KW –May 17)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Help needed for the 3rd annual Maria Luisa’s Spring Day for Kids. This event takes place on May 25, from 1 – 4 pm, at the Jack Purcell Community Centre (320 Jack Purcell Lane). Students can earn volunteer hours in a fun way! For more information contact info@mlmifcanada.org, or 613-789-7488. (SD –May 17)
ATTENTION STUDENTS: LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER HOURS? On May 25th and 26th the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society will once again run its annual bottle drive to raise money for the fight against Leukemia and other blood cancers. If you would like to volunteer for this very important event and earn volunteer hours at the same time, then contact us by going to: www.bottledrive.ca. (KZ –May 17)
BRIGHT MATH CAMP for motivated bright and gifted students entering in fall 2013 into grades 7-8-9. Not-for-profit camp for the promotion of mathematics. The classes on recreational mathematics will be held at Carleton University, from July 8 to 12 and July 22 to 26, 2013. Visit the camp website: http://www.ncf.ca/~au680/index.htm. to find details concerning the location, timetable, program etc. (KW –May 24)
LOOKING FOR A FUN WAY TO GET SOME VOLUNTEER HOURS? Faces of Aces needs you! This is the big year end BBQ bash at Adrienne Clarkson Elementary School. Thursday June 13, 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Lots of enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help with handing out food and drinks, taking tickets, running games and more. To register as a volunteer (or to get more information) please email your name, your school name and your phone number to faces.of.aces@gmail.com. (KZ –May 24)
THE NEPEAN BMX ASSOCIATION is a non-profit association which has recently constructed a BMX race track in Barrhaven. The Grand Opening of the facility is on June 1st, therefore they are searching for student volunteers to help with track maintenance each weekend leading up to the event. Volunteers will be performing duties such as raking of soil and small rocks. If interested, please contact them at NepeanBMX@gmail.com and provide your availability. (SA –May 24)
PICNIC VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Pierre Elliott Trudeau elementary school is looking for volunteers for their school picnic on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from 4pm to 9pm. Please contact Rebecca by email: optimistar04@gmail.com. (KW –May 31)
MPP LISA MACLEOD'S OFFICE IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS. This possibility could lead to future employment. Please contact Anne Cole at: anne.cole@pc.ola.org or call 613 823-2116. (KW –May 31)
DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM - SUMMER 2013: Students may register either by mailing /dropping off the registration form to the Continuing Education Department (570 West Hunt Club Road), or by having their parents call 613-228-3338 to register with Visa or MasterCard payment. Driver Education Program Registration Forms are available in Student Services. Registration period is from May 1st - June 21st. (KW –May 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
ATTENTION GRADUATES WHO WILL BE ATTENDING ALGONQUIN COLLEGE. You are invited to apply for a $1000 entrance scholarship. Applications are available in Student Services. (RB –May 17)
GRADUATION CEREMONY TICKETS: Grade 12 students are reminded that each graduate receives 2 guest tickets. Students can request extra tickets by signing up in Student Services between Wednesday May 1st and Friday May 17. No extra tickets can be requested after May 17. Signing up does not guarantee you will receive the number you requested. Students will be informed exactly how many extra tickets they will receive shortly thereafter. (JH –May 17)
WANT TO ATTEND ST FX UNIVERSITY? There is an information session taking place on May 23, 2013, at the Dows Lake Pavillion from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. To RSVP: Sign up online at stfx.ca/info, email: infosessions@stfx.ca or call 1-613-301-0434. Information cards are available in Student Services. (KW –May 23)
COMMUNITY CORNER 
PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY:
· St. Andrew’s Parish: For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.
ODAWA NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE ANNUAL POW-WOW FESTIVAL: We would love to benefit all your students with the chance to experience our Native Culture. Festivities will start Friday, May 24th and will conclude on Sunday evening, May 26th. It's fun for all ages as there will be dancing, singing, authentic Aboriginal food, local craft vendors & more. Odawa is still accepting volunteers for this event. Students/Individuals who have CPR/First Aid Training is an asset but not a requirement. For more details regarding volunteer positions or any other inquiries please contact: Amanda Wong admin@odawa.on.ca. TEL: 613-722-3811. www.odawa.on.ca/. (KZ –May 17)
COMING UP….
- May 17 – Prom
- May 20 – Victoria Day Holiday
- June 6 – Gr. 7/8 Play
- June 7 – PD Day
- June 12-13 – EQAO Math Testing
Mother Teresa… Did you know…??
Mother Teresa refused the traditional Nobel honor banquet, instead requesting that the $192K funds be given to help the poor of India. (legacy.com)
