MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
HS Day 2 - 7/8 Day 4
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Yearbooks will be given out on Thursday June, 16th from 7.30 in the
morning onwards and then again Thursday lunch and Wednesday morning.
You must bring school ID or other ID to pick up your book and your book
only. Come early to make sure you get your book. (AP June 24)
Lost and found items will be set out in the
atrium from June 20th to 24th. Any items not claimed at the end of Friday's school
day will be donated to Big Brother, Big Sister. (SS June 24)
The Learning Commons will be closed from 9 am until
10:15 am on Thursday,
June 9th. Devices
and books will not be available to sign out. Please make alternate
arrangements. Thank you for your understanding. (NBD June 9)
You are invited to the More than a Lemonade Stand -
Entrepreneurship Competition! Join
us in the Atrium during HS lunch
on Thursday,
June 9th as the Intro
to Business class compete with innovative storefront designs and delicious treats for sale: freezies, popcorn, chips,
pop, ice cream sandwiches, baked goods, candy, cool raffles, and of course…
lemonade! See you there! (SM June
9)
Sister Act Callback Auditions begin June 1st and continue to Monday, June 13th. If you received a
callback notice please be sure to sign up for your preferred audition
date. The sign-up sheet is located on the stage door. (RL June 13)
We are excited to announce that MT will be hosting its very first Arts Gala on Thursday, June 9th starting
at 6:30pm. The Gala will showcase samples of student work and
celebrate our accomplishments in the Arts this year. The reception will
begin at 6:30pmand will include an art gallery featuring many pieces of
art and photography. Some appetizers will be served before the gala performance
begins at 7:00pm. The show will take place in the cafetorium and will
feature many performances from our music, dance, drama, and media classes.
Admission is free, but donations will be accepted at the door to help support
our Arts program. We look forward to seeing you there! (LL June 9)
A reminder to all students: Please
refrain from parking your bike behind the school. There is a designated area in
front of the school where bikes can be safely parked. When you park at the back
of the school, you are doing so at your own risk! (MC June 30)
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 in 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
Red Maple Club: A reminder to all Red
Maple club members of our trip to Sacred Heart this Thursday, June 9th.
Please report to your homeroom class and after homeroom, go to the Learning
Commons with everything you need for the day. Final trip reminders: Bring a
bottle for water, dress in Red and White or in costume as a character from one
of the books (there will be a contest and prizes for the best costume), and
there will be regular and gluten-free pizza available for lunch. (NBD June 9)
7/8 Girls Softball: Girl's softball practices this week will take place Tuesday and Wednesday from 3
to 4.
(KS June 9)
Grade 8 Semi-Formal: Semi formal permission forms and payment need to be in by
this Thursday, June 9th. (KS June 9)
Grade
7/8 Photo Club will meet in room 339 on Wednesdays at 12:40. (HL)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Attention Grade
11s!!! Do you plan on joining next years Prom Committee? Have you heard about
this years prom and you already have ideas for next year? Join us at lunch
on Monday June 13 in the Hairstyling room 112. Everyone is welcome!
Don't let others make the decisions for you, come have a voice. (JM June 9)
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.
Hey Grade 11 students - visit us in Halifax. St. Mary 's
University is inviting you to a fun, informative weekend on July 9th and
10, 2016. They cover the cost of residence, meals and workshops. Visit http://bit.do/smu2016 for
more information. Space is limited. Register today! You can also
contact Alex at a.macleod@smu.ca (KW June 10)
The
Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Detachment Ottawa invites you to a
"Women in the Canadian Armed Forces" information session on Saturday, June 4th,
Cartier Square Drill Hall,
2 Queen Elizabeth Drive. English presentation
is from 10:00 am -
12:00 noon. If unable to attend, you can
view them live on : www.periscope.tv/Canadian Forces or www.facebook.com/Canadian Forces.
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)
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 15)
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 29)
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)
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
St. Luke is looking for student volunteers to help out at our end of
year event on June 15 at 4pm. If you would like to volunteer please email stlukevolunteers@gmail.
St Elizabeth Ann Seton is looking for volunteers for their year-end BBQ
on June 14 from 4-7. They are looking for
students to help serve drinks and chips as well as supervising games and face
painting. Please contact Jen - seas.councilvolunteer@gmail.com or see Mrs. Chiasson in Rm
130 for more information. (NC June 14)
URGENT!
Senior Citizen looking for help with garden work; moving small bushes, etc...
Do as community service or $. Please call Linda at 613-440-4142. Thank you. This opportunity
could continue during the summer! (KW June 30)
Looking for Volunteers: First Community Relay For Life event
is this Friday at the Nepean Sportsplex with the Orleans event being
held the following Friday June 10th.
Still in need of some event day volunteers. Students may
register online at www.ottawa.myccsschedule.ca.
(KW June 10)
Parent Council at Monsignor Paul
Baxter school looking for volunteers. (KZ June 17)
Here are the details of the event:
Date: June 17th, 2016
Time: 5pm - 8:00pm
Hours: 3 hrs in total
how many kids: we are looking for 40+ volunteers.
brief description: Volunteers will be helping with the different
activities that we have, such as overseeing the kids at the inflatables and
different activity stations. Contact information: Ysabel Li-Lopez 613-322-0250
The link for the volunteer spot
is http://vols.pt/99JwnK
We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online Sign-up and reminder tool)
to organize our upcoming Sign-ups.
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-up on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/99JwnK
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy
LF 6-8 Volunteers to help with the move of jerseys for
Nepean Minor Hockey Association. We are moving the jerseys from Greenbank Road
to Dymon Storage on Hunt Club.
I am looking for volunteer students for my summer arts camp called
Aspiring Artists Summer Camp. This is a fun opportunity right here at Mother
Teresa High School. Please contact Carrie Clancy at 613-296-3726. The dates at Mother Teresa HS are July 18-22, July 25-29. (KW July 29)
LF 60 Volunteers! HOPE Volleyball, July 16th, 2016, Mooney's Bay, all
day.
Shifts are: 7am to 11am; 10:30am to
2:30pm, 2pm to 6pm. All volunteers are required to attend an
orientation on July 13th, will
receive a HOPE shirt, will be given BCA (Breast Cancer Action) cap and goody
bag, a draw for prizes and an invitation to a HOPE volunteer thank you party
post event. Contact info: Karen executivedirector@bcaott.ca; Kelly info@bcaott.ca or
call 613-736-5921.
Description of parking lot monitors and what is required from you is available
in Student Services.
Canada Day is only 6 weeks away, and we are once again looking for
volunteers - including students lookingfor volunteer hours. Details are on
our website: www.canadadaybarrhaven.ca Volunteers can sign
up by emailing: volunteer@canadadaybarrhaven.ca (KW July 1)
The Ottawa Ferrari Festival is back
this June 17-19, 2016. 21 community hours available. Work as many 3-hour shifts as you like. Ball
cap, t-shirt and food and drink are all provided. Register online under Volunteer at: www.fcaottawa.com.
You will receive more details after submitting registration. (KW June 19)
St. Brigid's Summer camp is in need of male counsellors ages 16- 18 and
leaders in training ages 14- 16 for the month of July. The paid counselor
position would be from July 4- July 29, 2016 (Mon- Fri). The
volunteer leader in training program is a two week program where students
can improve their leadership skills and get community service hours, the
session dates for the male leader in training program are July 4 to 15,
2016 for the first session and July 18 to 29, 2016 for the
second session.
Odyssey Theatre offers a summer apprenticeship
program that combines learning, fun and a little income for teens with an
interest in the arts. Youths receive training in mask and Commedia, placements
and mentorship in a professional environment. The program offers up to 10 young
people between the ages of 14–21 apprenticeships with a professional theatre
company that allows them to explore and expand their artistic interests,
develop their skills and prepare for a possible career in the arts. Visit their
website to learn more, http://www.odysseytheatre.ca/index.php/youth-programs.
(MR June 30)
Volunteers needed on Friday, July 1st,
10:00 am to 11:00 pm: Sequoia Community Church is providing
garbage pickup at the Barrhaven Canada Day Celebration. They will be scheduling
shifts in two hour intervals. Anyone interested should contact Blair by
email @ the_micks@hotmail.com or cell @ 613-983-3012.
(KW Jun 30)
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 22)
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 11)
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
Graduation Tickets: You can check the total
number of tickets you will receive, including extra tickets requested, in yourmy.mths.ca account. Tickets can be picked up in
Student Services starting Tuesday June 14. Please
note: Once you pick up your
tickets - if they are lost, they will not be re-issued, they are gone.
(JH June 14)
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
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