MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thursday, February 25, 2016
HS Day 1 - 7/8 Day 4

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

A reminder to parents to please not do any pick-ups (or have cars) in the traffic circle between 2:45-3:05pm. We appreciate your understanding to this matter. (MC)

Any Students who wanted to order a yearbook but did not do so in the Fall, will have another opportunity between February 29th and March 11th. The Yearbook staff will be available in the atrium over the lunch hours to take orders. A reminder.... the yearbooks are $40.00 and can be paid for with on-line payment, by cheque or with cash. Don’t miss out! Plan to get your yearbook during the first week of March
Also, if you are unsure as to whether or not you purchased a yearbook for your child(ren), you can look in your online banking profile in the payment history. This is available whether you paid online or not. (AP March 11)

A reminder that the visitor parking spaces at the front of the building are for those visiting our school, they are not intended for students or staff. (MK Feb. 29)

Learning Commons Seminar Room - When not booked by a class, The Learning Commons Seminar Room will be a designated quiet study space.

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lego Club will be cancel tomorrow Thursday Feb.25th (MP Feb. 25)

MT's annual Read-A-Thon is this Thursday. There are still a few spots available, however, it is first come, first serve. Space is limited, so the sooner you return your pledge sheet and money to the Learning Commons, the more likely you are to get a spot. If there are still spots remaining, forms will be accepted before homeroom on Thursday. Happy reading MT! (NBD Feb. 26)

7-8 School Play: Next rehearsal is Wednesday February 24th, 2016 -3:00-4:00pm  on the stage (JB Feb. 24)

Grade 8 students ONLY. Grade 8 students interested in participating in a social justice activity called a 24 hour ThinkFAST are asked to come to an info meeting Friday at lunch in the chapel. Come to the chapel at the time you would normally go outside for recess. (LD Feb. 26)

Annual  Readathon for Gr.7/8 coming soon to the Learning Commons at Mother Teresa. READ for FUN all day in the Learning Commons When?   Thursday February 25th. All are welcome to participate. Please sign up and pick up a pledge form in the LC (MP Feb. 25)

Clubs for Grades 7/8 every week in the Learning Commons:
Mondays:  Gr. 8 Games Club
Tuesdays:  Gr. 7 Games Club
Thursdays:  Gr. 7/8 Lego Builders Club
Fridays:  Gr. 7/8 Red Maple Book Club (New Books have now arrived!)

Grade 7/8 Photo Club will meet in room 339 on Wednesdays at 12:40. (HL)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

High School Students:  Anyone interested in participating in our 24 Hour ThinkFAST this Lent is invited to an info meeting at lunch this Friday. Meet in the chapel at 11:45. See Leanne for more details. (LD Feb 26)

There will be High School Badminton Tryouts Tuesday February 23rd, Wednesday February 24th, and Thursday February 25th at 7:30AM in the Caf. Gym. (RB Feb. 25)

Could all those going on the ski trip this Friday please come to a meeting in room 103 at 11.25 on Thursday the 25th. This will just be a quick meeting to discuss food and return the forms from the last meeting. (AP Feb. 25)
  
Grade 9-12 students: On Sunday March 20th, Engineer’s Without Borders Carleton will be hosting their second annual Global Engineering Youth Summit (GEYS). GEYS is a one day conference for high-school students where they have the opportunity to visit Carleton University and learn about the impact of engineering on a global scale. The day’s events include multiple workshops themed around topics such as aeronautics, improvement in medical devices, women in engineering, technical design and political impact. Students will also attend a keynote speech from a speaker influential in the global engineering community. The event is held at no charge for the students, includes lunch and will be held locally on Carleton University’s Campus.  Apply online before March 6th:  www.carleton.ewb.ca/youth-summit/  See Ms. D'Angela in room 211 at the beginning of period 2 for further info. (ED March 4)

Student Services Appointments: Students in grade 9 -12 who wish to meet with their Guidance Counsellors now make appointments on-line through their my.mths.ca account. The appointment time will be sent to the student's school email account. Students should be checking their email regularly. Students in grade 7&8 are asked to continue to make the appointment request in Students Services. (JH March 11)

After School Literacy Class:  The classes begin (Tuesday Feb. 2) at 3 pm in room 135. All students interested in preparing to write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test are welcome to attend.  Please drop your permission form to Mrs. Watkinson in Students Services. (AB)

STUDENT SERVICES

The STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE at ss.mths.ca is set up as an information tool, including information about: Community Service Hours Opportunities, Courses, Careers, Graduation, Scholarships, etc.

Summer Job and Volunteer Opportunities for students at Waupoos Family Farm.
Come see information sheet in Student Services for job descriptions. Summer volunteer opportunities include assisting with programming, cottage clean-up, laundry, animal care, gardening, weeding, painting, crafts, outdoor games, etc. Mondays to Saturdays available.  Summer volunteers are encouraged to participate one day per week, for 6 to 8 weeks.  Interview and police check required. Must be a minimum of 14 years to apply as a volunteer.  Phone613-822-2189.  Email:  Contact@Waupoos.com
March Break Camp Flyers for Grade 7 students are now available in Student Services. (KW March 11)

The City of Ottawa Parks, Recreation & Culture and Hummingbird Music are hosting the 35th Annual Student Showcase at theCentrepointe Theatre - Studio Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Saturday, April 23, 2016, from 5pm to midnight. Showcase your talent in Battle of the Bands, Singer Songwriter, Poetry Slam 
Competitions for High School Youth Entry Deadline is March 15, 2016. Auditions are March 22-23, 2016.  For more information or to register, please contact Jeff Logan at ottawastudentshowcase@ottawa.ca.  Tickets are $10. (KW March 15)

Summer High School Credits in Ireland-The Irish Experience- 4-week credit programs in Ireland, at University settings - Dublin and Cork cities July 2106.  For information, visit their website at: www.irishexperience.com

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

LF a French Tutor (2 nights a week) for an 11-year old boy who lives in the Stonebridge area.
If interested, please contact Marcia at marcia11aug@yahoo.ca or telephone at 613-692-6954.
(KW)

Volunteer Opportunity, Sunday, April 24th, 2016 at the Jean Talon Building, 170 Tunney's Pasture Driveway, for the Ottawa Mandarin MS Walk.  Apply:  http://bit/ly/VolunteerOttawaMSWalk. For more information, call 613-728-1583 ex 3323; info.ottawa@mssociety.ca (KW April 24)

LF Volunteer Score Keeper's for the Year End Midget Boys Basketball Tournament. This is a great opportunity for those who have not completed their volunteer requirements, for those who are looking to get ahead in their volunteer hours or for those who just would like to add to their portfolio!
When:      Friday April 2nd - Sunday April 3, 2016
Location:  Longfield Davidson Heights HS
Reward:  up to 40 volunteer hours available
Experience:  none required......we will train you.
*Pizza Lunch on the Saturday provided.
*sheets signed only on the Sunday, after the tournament has completed*
Priority given to those who sign up for whole weekend.
For more information, please contact at: James Turner, Vice President, Recreation Boys Nepean Blue Devils Basketball  Association. Midget Boys Convenor. West End Basketball Association Chair West End Basketball Association:VPrec@nepeanbluedevils.ca 613-899-2139 (cell) (KZ April 2)

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

Are you interested in starting your own company this summer? Unsure about where to start and how to finance it? The Summer Company Program has lots of advice and possible funding up to $3000. For more information, visitwww.ontario.ca/summercompany. (JH March 11)
US College Expo Canada - Supporting Canadian students who are considering US educational options. Free Admission. Info and Pre-registration required at USCOLLEGEEXPO.COM
Ottawa-Wednesday, April 27, 2016, 6pm to 9pm at the National Gallery of Canada

PARISHES SERVING THE MOTHER TERESA COMMUNITY

St. Andrew’s Parish: For information please visit www.saintandrewparish.ca.
St. Monica’s Parish: For information please visit www.st-monica.com

St. Patrick’s Fallowfield: For information please visit www.stpatricks.nepean.on.ca

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