St. MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
“SEEK JUSTICE
LOVE KINDNESS & MERCY
WALK HUMBLY WITH GOD”
October 1st 2021
WHOLE SCHOOL
Photo Retakes:
School photo retake day with be on October 13th, 2021. If you missed the first photo day, this is your opportunity to have your picture taken.
Math Help:
All students in grades 6-11 can access free 1:1 math tutoring with Ontario Certified teachers online Monday-Friday 9am to 9pm and 3:30pm to 9pm Sunday. More information can be found here.
7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ultimate Frisbee:
- Any students interested in trying out for 7/8 COED ultimate frisbee, please sign up in front of 331. Nicoletti
- Cross Country Team: Practice Monday, October 4th and bring your forms signed to Mme Côté. The Race is Wednesday, October 6th; meet Mme Côté in the courtyard at 1h00.
-Any girls interested in trying out for the 7/8 girls soccer team are asked to read the information outside of room 238 and add their name to the sign up sheet.
7 V 7 Boys Soccer:
- Any 7/8 boys interested in trying out for 7 V 7 outdoor soccer please sign up in front of 331. Lemieux/Nicoletti
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Building a Stronger Future (Oct 5 & 14th) https://ontarioja.vfairs.com/en
This interactive, online experience will introduce Ontario high school students to the fascinating skilled trades and technology sectors. Students will learn about these amazing sectors, hear from industry experts, and learn how they can build a rewarding career in a range of growing industries. The event will include interactive workshops, talks from industry experts, networking opportunities, and a chance to explore these amazing career pathways. This event is free to attend thanks to generous funding from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development’s Skills Development Fund. Students and/or Parents/Guardians can register individually to participate Register now
Start and run your very own business! Interested in the world of business? Looking for new skills to help you get a job? Joining the JA Company Program (Virtual), a free four-month (Oct 20 to March) after-school program. With guidance from volunteer mentors from the business community, the teams build their own start-up from the ground up! Have questions or want to hear stories of the many SMT JA Company Alumni?... pop by room 213. Check out this video. More on JA Company Register Here.
Eco Club
Want to save the planet? You should join Eco Club! Sign up on the sheet outside room 201 or send Mrs. Pari an email: amanda.pari@ocsb.ca if you're interested.
Do you care about global solidarity? SMT has a few subsidized spots available for students at the upcoming 'Youth 4 Others Advocacy Symposium'. The theme is Solidarity in a COVID 19 World. This is a virtual event on Oct. 23-24 where you will be able to listen to inspiring speakers, participate in meaningful workshops, and connect with others who are seeking to build a just future for all. Through solidarity, we can address vaccine inequity, global migration and social and ecological justice issues. Please contact our Chaplain, Leah through email or in-person for more information or to register. (LD Oct. 23)
Walking Buddy Needed - We are currently in need of a responsible student in Grade 9 - 12 who is interested in being a walking buddy for a gr. 8 SMT student after school at 2:50. The student lives in the area of Farm Boy and Adrienne Clarkson School. You can earn community service hours. If you are interested and would like more information, please see Mrs. Kirkham in Room 117. (KK Sept.24)
STUDENT SERVICES
Attention Grade 12s considering applying to university in Ontario:
Please click on this link to access information regarding the Ontario University Fair's virtual events happening this year. All Ontario universities will participate in these events. The events are free and anyone may attend. Each event will be divided up into four 30-minute sessions, where students can learn about the universities of their choice and ask questions.
Dates:
Saturday, September 25, 12-2 pm (ET)
Tuesday, October 26, 5-7 pm (ET)
Link:
Ontario Universities' Fairs (OUFs)
In addition to these 2 events, Ontario universities continue to offer their own virtual events and tours, webinars, chats and more. To see upcoming university virtual offerings, visit the Tours and Events section on the Ontario Universities' Info website.
Registration for the OCDSB Virtual Night School session is open and closes on Monday, September 20th at 4pm. Classes run from September 23rd - December 16th (Tuesday and Thursday evenings) from 5:30pm to 9:21pm. For details about the Fall Virtual Night School session, please visit their website at OCDSB Continuing Education website - Night School page. (CN Sept.23)
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
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Nepean Skating Club is looking for Canskate program assistants in Barrhaven. For more information please visit this link. Nepean Skating Club Volunteer Opportunity
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
St. Andrew Parish Christmas & New Year's Mass Schedule