MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL
~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thursday, March 1, 2018
HS Day 2
WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Red Pine Leadership camp: Are you interested in attending
a leadership camp run by Red Pine camp. A one week overnight camp, for
youth entering grades 7-11, will run the last week of August. The camp
will focus on leadership training. Days at camp are filled with games,
sports, drama, swimming, crafts, boating, low ropes course and so much more. If
you are interested, or would like more information, please see Mrs. Byrne in
Student Services. Deadline to
apply is March 15th.
Ottawa University’s Mini Medical School presents:
- 6 week
courses on
Thursday Evenings from April 12, 2018 - May 17, 2018 at the The
Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus and/or
- DOC
for a Day on Tues.,
April 24, 2018 in the evening at the University of Ottawa Skills and
Simulation Centre.
For more
information, please visit their website at: http://med.uottawa.ca/professional-development/ or
call
Teen Tech Winter Clubs for students from
Grade 7 -10 at Ottawa University on Saturdays from January 20 to March 24. For more information and pricing,
please visit adventures@uottawa.ca or
call 613 562 5491
Looking
for Math Enrichment opportunities in our community? If so, Carleton
University's Math Enrichment Centre is offering a new course: Math
Connections in Arts, Science and Beyond, for Grade 8 to 10 students. Classes
will run from Sept. 26, 2017 to April 2018
on Tuesday evenings from 6 - 7:30 PM. Course
details and online registration form can be found at: http://carleton.ca/math/math-enrichment-centre/ For more
information, please contact the course instructor David Salusbury at: math.connections.beyond@gmail.com
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Girls Indoor Soccer:There will be a tryout for any girls interested in trying out
for an indoor 7 vs 7 soccer tournament. Tryouts will be March 6th and 7th at 7:30am in the wood
floor gym. (CN March 7)
Read-A-Thon students: A
big thank you to all of this year's Read-A-Thon students and to all of their
sponsors. If you did not get a chance to complete the Read-A-Thon Wish List,
you can still make requests for LC resources (books, technology...) all week at
the LC front desk. Thanks again! (NBD
March 2)
7 & 8 Swim Team - Tryouts will take place at MINTO Recreation Complex March 5 & 7th from 3:00
- 4:00 pm. Please attend
both tryouts. Competitive and non-competitive swimmers welcome and no
background is necessary. Students are responsible for their own transportation
to and from the pool. Permission forms are posted outside of room 234.
All swimmers are
reminded to bring their permission form to Mme Pendergest prior to the first
tryout. Please note that students who make the team must be able to commit to
practices on Tuesdays & Thursdays between April 10 -
May 3rd. The Swim Meet will be on May 9th, 2018.
(CP March 7)
The Learning Commons' clubs have begun,
but new members are always welcome. The
Makerspace and Red Maple books clubs start at the beginning of the lunch period
and students are asked to bring their lunches with them.
- The Makerspace club is
a fun club that includes crafts, Lego, knitting and so much
more. This club will meet Tuesdays for Grade 7s and Thursdays for
Grade 8s.
- Our Red Maple book
club will meet every Friday at lunch. This year's club
will be reading up to 10 Canadian Fiction selections selected specifically
for students in grades 7 and 8. The titles have been announced and will be
discussed at this week's meeting.
The
Learning Commons lunch passes: Please stop at the Learning
Commons' main desk, before 8:35am, and sign out your pass for the
day.
·
Grade 7: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
·
Grade 8: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
HIGH SCHOOL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any high school girls who currently plays Ringette
and are interested in playing in a one-day school tournament are asked to see
Mr Pelletier in room 110 before the break. (MP March 5)
HS After-School Literacy Prep Course is cancelled on March 6th, 2018, but will resume March 8th. (CP March 6)
Swim Team: Friday, March 2nd will be our award ceremony in room 310.
Bring something to drink, lunch is provided! Any dietary restrictions should be
given to Mr. Côté before Wednesday. (PC, Mar 2)
Blood Donation Next Monday March 5th - all students who have handed in their paperwork and
any other students who are interested in donating blood, please come and see
Ms. Soprovich in room 202 on Thursday, March 1st at the beginning of
lunch. Confirming numbers and eligibility. (SS March 1)
Biology Competition: Meeting
on Friday, March 2nd at lunch in room 202. Students
will be requested to confirm their intention to participate in the event.
Review will be handed out as well. (SS March 2)
Peer Helpers: There will be a Peer Helper meeting Wednesday, Feb 28th in
room 310 at lunch. We've been approved for funding and we'd love some ideas for
initiatives we could bring to the school before the end of the year. (PC Feb 28)
REACH FOR THE TOP: Spectators are more than welcome to attend.
You can bring lunch, but no school bags.
Participants can access the tourney schedule on the Reach website at
https://goo.gl/ywiRHu. Game dates are be
continuously updated.
GAME 12
Tuesday February 27, 2018
FLAT EARTH THEORISTS vs.TRENCH RATS
Learning Commons Seminar Room 11:35
GAME 13
Thursday March 1, 2018
T. B.D. vs. THE COOL DUDES
Learning Commons Seminar Room 11:35
The Learning Commons' clubs have begun,
but new members are always welcome. The
Makerspace and White Pine books clubs start at the beginning of the lunch
period and students are asked to bring their lunches with them.
- The Makerspace club is
a fun club that includes crafts, Lego, knitting and so much
more. This club will meet every Monday during HS
lunch.
- Our White Pine book
club will meet every Friday at lunch. This year's club
will be reading up to 10 Fiction selections selected specifically for students
in grades 9-12. The titles have been announced and will be discussed at
this week's meeting.
Calling all business minded students! … Are you interested in biz department news, biz club news,
and opportunities galore? (business volunteer experience, job fairs for
paid jobs, lunch & learns, special in school sales, business competitions,
extra seats on field trips, and more!!!! Keep your phone on the pulse of Titans
Den by clicking on the link below to join the info group. (For reference, our
class code is @3a9cbh.) https://www.remind.com/join/3a9cbh Also, if you would
like to become an active “member at large” in our club, please meet us each
Monday at the start of lunch in room 216! New members are WELCOME!
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.
March Break On-Campus Opportunities:
Open House, Algonquin College Saturday, March 17 between 10 am
- 2 pm
Campus Tours, Algonquin College, March 12 and 14 between 10 am –
1 pm
Academic Days
& Campus Tours, Carleton University, March Break - various
Open House, uOttawa, March 17 between 9 am - 4 pm
Campus tours or Student for a day, St. Paul University, March Break -
various
Are you
thinking about coming to Algonquin College? How does up to $5,000 towards your
tuition sound?
NAV CANADA’s Explore Aviation Summer Camp - this summer, 20 girls entering Grade 10 in September 2018, will gather from July 15th - 20th. Their mission: one week of learning with a focus on aviation (fly drones, practice air traffic control and flight service sessions in real world training simulators, interact with industry speakers). Applications for this all-expenses-paid camp are due March 9th. (KW March 9)
Are you
looking to attend a US College or University? Understand all aspects of the US College
Admissions process, from selection, application, financing and student athlete
considerations. An info session will take place on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 6-9pm at the National Gallery. For more info visit: http://uscollegeexpo.com/ottawa-national-gallery-canada
Carleton University March Break
2008 - March 10, 12-17. Campus Tour Days are March 12-15. See poster outside of Student Services
and/or check carleton.ca/marchbreak
MEI International Academy High
School Courses Abroad: Upcoming Info Meeting is being held at the Ottawa Public Library Main
Branch at 120 Metcalfe, on Saturday, January
20th, 2018 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Scholarships
are available. Visit www.meiacademy.com
OCSB
Baysitting Course: Our OCSB Continuing and Community Education Department is
offering the Canada Safety Council babysitting training course at our school
for the winter 2018 session. Dates are: Saturday, January 13th, February
3rd or March 3rd, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
The cost is $70. Students must be 12
years of age, must establish a passing grade of 75% on the final exam to
receive their certificate. Students
are asked to bring their own lunch and snacks to the class. Register online
at: conted.ocsb.ca (KW March
3)
The Milk Bag Club will be meeting
on Thursdays from 11:30 am to 12 noon.
These are the upcoming dates for this school year: February 15,
2018; March 8 2018; April 19, 2018; April 26, 2018; May 17,
2018 and May 24, 2018.
GRADE 12’s:
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
Prom FAQ Lunch - Do you have any
questions about this year's Prom? We can help! Please stop by Room 112 at
lunch on Wednesday, March 7th. We will be there to answer any questions about the
schedule of the evening, ticket sales, seating arrangements, and other
frequently asked questions. Hope to see you there! (CH March 7)
Nokia Future Tech Internship 2018: If you are a student going into
grade 12 who is curious, interested or has a passion
for Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics, this is the
internship for you. The Future Tech Internship is a 7-week program that will
have you working alongside Nokia engineering teams solving real, technical
problems. Over the course of the summer, you will contribute to meaningful work
while receiving support and valuable lessons from a Nokia Future Tech Mentor.
You will discover new possibilities and skills that will help you make an impact
on the future of technology. The deadline to apply is March 9, 2018.
See posters outside Student Services. If you have questions about
the program, go to: Future.Tech@Nokia.com (KW March 9)
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
LF Volunteers:
KIDSFEST Ottawa, Saturday, March 3rd from 8:30am-4:00pm (can be all day or a block of 4 hours)
Sunday, March 4th
from 9:00am-4:00pm (can be all day or block of 4 hours)
A volunteer t-shirt
is provided, casual dress (jeans, bk pants ok).
Lunch and water provided. Student volunteers will be assigned various
jobs such as: ticket scanning, info booth, requesting attendees to complete
surveys, supervising the bouncy castle, supervising the Green Room (performers
room/items), assisting exhibitors at their booth (some may have interactive
displays), assisting exhibitors engage children to get involved them involved
in an activity. The students should speak English and/or French (other
languages helpful)
The students should enjoy a loud and lively and public
environment.
Children attending KIDSFEST are accompanied by an adult at all times;
however, children may get lost (or parent) and the student volunteer may need
to help SHOW Management. Students in drama, performing arts, early childcare
and social work studies would most likely enjoy helping at this event. http://kidsfestottawa.ca/student-volunteers (KW March 3)
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