MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, May 16, 2016
HS Day 2 - 7/8 Day 3

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
 Starting May 16th Lost and found Items will be placed on tables in the atrium. Please check. Any items still on the tables on Friday will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa. (SS May 20)

Raising Resilient Children and Youth in Modern Society: “Why It’s Hard Being a Parent These Days”.
Dr. Michael Cheng. Staff Psychiatrist at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
When:  Monday May 30, 2016 at 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Mother Teresa High School, Learning Commons (second floor) 
This is a free event. All are welcome to attend! (AB May 30)

Auditions for Mother Teresa High School's musical production of "Sister Act" begin on Monday, May 16thAll auditions will be held in the Dance studio and are open to students presently in grades 8 to 11.  No prepared material is required but be ready to do some group singing and movement.  Be sure to check out "Sister Act" on youtube to get an idea of what the show is about.  Sign-up sheets are on the stage door. (RL May 16)
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)
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
7/8 Girls Softball:  Any 7/8 girls interested I trying out for the girls softball team are asked to sign up outside room 235. (KS May 20)
MT Dance wear on sale now until Friday May 20th (tanks, t-shirts, hoodies, Adidas pants). Pick up an order form from Mrs. Cameron in room 337. Sizes available to try on.  (JC May 20)
Grade 7/8 Photo Club will meet in room 339 on Wednesdays at 12:40. (HL)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ultimate Frisbee Tournament: Any high school student interested in playing in a one-day Ultimate Frisbee tournament is asked to meet in Room 312 at the beginning of lunch on Monday, May 16th. (TM May 16)

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.

Are you in the Ottawa Area and want to play Rugby? Join the Barrhaven Scottish RFC.  All skill levels and backgrounds are welcome.  Registration is open and Off-Season Training has begun.  Contact bsrfc.vpmen@gmail.com orbsrfc.vpwomen@gmail.com for more information or check out www.barrhavenscottish.com  (KW June 30)

Trent University - DNA Forensic Science Camp - Tailored towards students 13-18 years of age, this camp is ideal for those with a keen interest in science and forensics.
Activities include fingerprinting, blood stain pattern analysis, wildllife genetics, entomology DNA extractions, indoor and outdoor crime scene processing, evening activities and excursions,...  Dates: Session 1: July 10th-15th; Session 2: July 17th-22nd.  For cost and accommodations, please call 1-866-290-6491 or 705-748-1260 or http://forensiccamp.nrdpfc.ca (KW June 30)

Summer 2016 Driver Education Program Registration Forms - now available in Student Services. Students may register online at conted.ocsb.ca or by mailing/faxing/dropping off the registration form to the Continuing Education Department (570 West Hunt Club Road). (KW June 30)

There will be an OSAP presentation in the multi-purpose room (Room 131) on Monday, May 16th at 11:30. Come learn about OSAP and how to apply for student loans. (MP May 16)

Aspiring Teenage Artists!  Continuing Ed Creative Arts Studio Summer Program for 12-16 year olds.  It's happening at Mother Teresa High School from July 18 - 22. Register now online at:  conted.ocsb.ca  See poster in Student Services. (KW July 22)

Summer School Registration: The summer registration forms are now available in Student Services and must be signed by your counsellor. Classes run from July 6th to July 28th, 2016.  ELearning classes start from July 4th to July 28th. Coop and the Driver's Education program are also available in Summer School.
Students cannot register in a Make-Up course to upgrade a passing mark. Catholic School Board registration: ongoing until June 29th. Public Board registration deadlines: Reach Ahead registration dates are from May 2nd to June 10th.  Make Up registration dates are from May 2nd to June 29th.
eLearning registration dates are from April 4th to June 10th. (JH June 30)

Registration forms for summer school for the Ottawa Catholic School Board are now available in Student Services.  Classes will run from July 4 to July 25.  Forms must be approved by your guidance counsellor.  Forms without this approval will not be accepted.  Pre-register for this program by June 28, 2016. (KW June 28)
The Nepean Eagles Football Club is looking for cheerleading coaches to teach cheers and half-time dance routines to Junior (7-12) and Senior (13-16) squads.  Spring Camp is taking place on May 24, 25, and 26 followed by regular season in mid-July until early November.  Cheerleaders practise Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bob Stephen Park (Barrhaven). For more information contact Dina McNeil dina.mcneil@ bell.net or visit website:  www.NepeanEagles.ca (KW May 26)

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.  Phone 613-822-2189.  Email:  Contact@Waupoos.com

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:

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer Opportunity - Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival - Mooney's Bay Park -  June 23-26, 2016.  Sign up to volunteer at dragonboat.net/volunteer. (KW June 26)

CHEO Telethon looking for volunteers: Sunday June 5, 9:00 - 11:00 at the EY Centre to answer phones during the Telethon. See Mr. Hallarn in Student Services if you are interested. (JH May 18)
 Touch a Truck, Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the Lincoln Fields Shopping Centre from 10am to 3pm.  Volunteers Needed.  Help with admissions booth, concessions, face painting, shuttle station, set up and tear down.  Please contact Courtney Holmes atcourtney@mothercraft.com or 613-728-1839 ext. 227 Pick up a registration package from Student Services. (KW June 12)

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)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

Any Grade 12 student who did not receive a copy of the Prom Behavior Agreement, can pick up in the main office. (MC May 30)

Reminder to all Grade 12 students attending their Prom, that their signed agreement is to be handed in to the Prom Committee when picking up their tickets. Tickets can be picked up in the Atrium at lunch until Wednesday, May 18th. (MC May 18)

Graduation Guest tickets. Each Graduate receives 2 tickets for their guests. You can request extra guest tickets through your  my.mths.ca  account. There are no guarantees you will receive the number you request - check in Student Services the first week of June to confirm the exact number of tickets you will receive.

Scholarships and Bursaries – Graduates. The Stittsville District Lions Club is awarding scholarships/bursaries to five first year college or university youth.  The scholarship is worth $1000.
The deadline to apply is May 20.  Please go to www.stittsvillelions.com for an application form.  Completed forms need to be sent to: ( JS May 20)
Stittsville District Lions Club
4-1339 Stittsville Main St.
Stittsville, ON
K2S 1C6

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

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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