Thursday, June 20, 2013

                                                          

EXAMS - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

 

I am a little pencil in the hand of a writing God who is sending a love letter to the world.
 ~ Mother Teresa

 

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A CATHOLIC GRADUATE IS… A discerning believer, an effective communicator, a holistic thinker, a self directed life-long learner, a collaborative contributor, a caring family member, and a responsible citizen. (Jun 21)

 

   

clip_image016WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image018LAST DAY FOR CAFETERIA SERVICE: The last day for cafeteria service is Friday June 21.  There will be no caf service for June 24 - 26, so all staff and students are reminded to bring a lunch on those days. PLEASE NOTE:  There will also be no caf service on Thursday June 20, as the Gr. 7/8 students will be at Calypso, and HS students will be in exams. (SD –Jun 21)

clip_image020PLEASE CLEAR ALL LIBRARY FINES AND ITEMS NEEDING TO BE RETURNED: As the year winds down, please remember to return all library books by the due date.  Fines must be paid before the end of the school year. Students can go to the Learning Commons after morning announcements to clear any outstanding items. (CHV –Jun 21)

clip_image022FREE GOODLIFE MEMBERSHIPS FOR STUDENTS:  Youth ages 12 -17 can enjoy a free Goodlife membership during July and August.   Check out the information and registration at http://www.goodlifefitness.com/TeenFitness/. (CHV – Jun 21)

clip_image024JUNE CANNED FOOD DRIVE: "By our works we show our faith".  As a final social justice initiative before summer, MT's Invincible Neighbours are hosting a canned food drive for the Barrhaven food cupboard.  They are currently running low on peanut butter, canned pasta, canned beans (kidney, chickpeas, black beans), canned vegetables (peas, carrots, beans and mixed vegetables) and canned fruit. All donations are welcome.  Please bring donations to the MT chapel! The canned food drive runs until June 21st! (JW –Jun 21)

clip_image026YEARBOOKS: Any student who has purchased but has not yet picked up their yearbook OR are unsure as to whether or not you ordered a yearbook, are asked to come to the main office and see Ms. Zimmer. (KZ –Jun 24)

 

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clip_image030GRADE 8 STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING THE SEMI FORMAL ON FRIDAY, JUNE 21: Your ticket to the semi formal will be distributed during PERIOD 4 on Friday, June 21. You WILL need this ticket to gain admittance to the dance at 6:00 pm.  Any questions or concerns, please see Ms. Curtis in Room 235 BEFORE ticket distribution on Friday, June 21. (TC –Jun 21)

OUTSTANDING REED MONEY: Any students who have not paid for their instruments reeds, should do so by this Friday.   Please see Mr. Card with your money ASAP! (IC –Jun 21)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

clip_image031LEADERSHIP CAMP:  Leadership Camp 2013 forms need to be in ASAP to Student Services. (JW –Jun 21)

 

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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/

clip_image035LF RESPONSIBLE ARTISTIC STUDENTS FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS THIS SUMMER:  There are a few weeks of summer camp running and helpers are needed at Mother Teresa HS: July 2 - 5, 8 - 12, 15 – 19. Please call Carrie Clancy at 613-296-3726, for more information.  (KW –Jun 21)

LF  VOLUNTEERS!  Hosting a family day event on Sat., Aug. 17, 2013 @ 6 Corvus Crt., Ottawa, Ontario from 10:00 am to 3:00pm. This is a member’s appreciation day where food will be served, outdoor inflatables for the kids.  We are also doing fundraising for CHEO as well.  Volunteers need for face painting the children in attendance.  We are expecting 200 children.  Anyone interested would certainly be entitled to earning community hours as well as getting their meal provided.  I will supply the face painting supplies as well.  If you are interested, please call Manuela McLaughlin @ 613-223-7951.  (KW –Jun 21)

FRENCH TUTOR NEEDED:  Looking for a grade 12 (preferably) or 11, or 10 (last choice) French immersion male student who is quite good in conversational French to tutor for the summer. Tutoring is for a 7th grade boy (French core program) who wants to continue practicing his French from July to September. Contact: Françoise Gourd, fran827@gmail.com. (KW –Jun 21)

 

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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

 

ESP PROGRAM AT CARLETON UNIVERSITY: For students that do not receive an Offer of Admissions, Carleton provides an opportunity to attend university next year. The Enriched Support Program is designed for students that are just below the cut off average. Deadline to apply is **CORRECTION** Tuesday July 2. For info and application visit carleton.ca/esp.  (JH –Jun 20)

 

clip_image039COMMENCEMENT FOR GRADS: The commencement ceremony takes place on Thursday, June 27th in the cafetorium at MTHS.  Students can pick up their cap & gown from the tuck shop beginning at 10:00am.  This provides the opportunity for family photos.  Students must meet in the wood floor gymnasium by12:00pm.  Doors to the cafetorium will be open, for parent seating, at 12:15pm.  Guests must have a ticket to attend the ceremony.  The gown and stole must be returned to the tuck shop after the ceremony, at which time the students are given their diplomas. (JH -21 Jun)

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clip_image043JEANS DAY: A reminder that Friday June 21st is Jeans Day.  This week our contributions will go toward supporting our Cape Dorset exchange.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated. (SD –Jun 21)

 

 

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clip_image047PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY:

·          St. Andrew’s Parish:  For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.

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clip_image050COMING UP…. 

  • June 20 – Gr 7/8 Calypso Trip

  • June 21 – Gr. 8 Semi Formal

  • June 21 – Last Day for caf service

  • June 19 – 24 – HS Exams

  • June 24 – 7/8 Report Cards go home

  • June 26 – last day of classes for Gr. 7/8 students

  • June 27 – HS Graduation at 1 pm.

 

clip_image052 Mother Teresa…   Did you know…??

 

At the time of Mother Teresa's death, The Sisters of the Missionaries of Charity numbered 3,914 members, and were established in 594 communities in 123 countries of the world. Her work continues under the guidance of Sister Nirmala, Superior General of the Missionaries of Charity Sisters. The order has grown over 4,000 members in 697 foundations in 131 countries of the world. (Catholic Online)

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