St. MOTHER TERESA HIGH SCHOOL ~ DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
“SEEK JUSTICE
LOVE KINDNESS & MERCY
WALK HUMBLY WITH GOD”
October 8th 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.
- Tryouts for the 7/8 boys soccer will be held Tuesday, Oct. 5th and Wednesday Oct. 6th after school from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Please meet in the courtyard right after school.
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any grade 9 to 12 Black students interested in joining the Black Student Association: the first meeting will be on Thursday, October 21st from 2:30-3:30 pm. Come to Mrs. De Pippo’s Class, room 133. Meetings will take place on Thursdays. Follow our Instagram @smt_bsa, we hope to see you there!
Senior Boys's Basketball Team Tryouts:
This year's Senior Boys' Basketball team tryouts will take place on the following dates:
Thursday, October 14th at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, October 19th at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
If you have any questions please see Mr. Rowley in Room 136.
Junior Boys' Basketball Team Tryouts
This year's Junior Boys' Basketball team tryouts will take place on the following dates:
Tuesday, October 26th at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday, October 28th at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
If you have any questions please see Mr. Rowley in Room 136
The Sprott Student Consulting Group (Carleton University) is currently looking for students in grade 11 or 12 interested in acquiring business-related experience. SSCG will allow high school students to acquire practical experience, expand their networks and enhance their management skills. Students will be assisting on projects via carrying out research on particular topics within their abilities as well as attending online team meetings. High school students are expected to commit on average 3 hours per week. With successful completion of the program, high school volunteers will be given reference letters from their respective team leaders. Please contact Daria Ivatsik (DariaIvatsik@cmail.carleton.ca ) if you are interested in this opportunity.
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
Are you interested in saving the planet? You should join Eco Club! We will organize a variety of drives and events throughout the year aimed at making SMT a greener school. You can pick and choose your time commitment.The first meeting will be on Tuesday, October 12th. You must sign up by then due to cohorting. Email Mrs. Pari to sign up or ask any questions: amanda.pari@ocsb.ca
- 9/10s will meet at lunch (11:20am) in room 209
- 11/12s will meet after school (1:50pm) in room 203
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)
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:
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.
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 moreinformation 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