Monday, April 21, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION: Grade 8 students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be an information session TODAY (Monday, April 21). Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of junior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting on Wednesday, April 23 at 11:45 in the library seminar room.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL AND 7/8 STUDENTS: This Tuesday, April 22nd is Earth Day and the Live it up Team is challenging all Mother Teresa students to make a difference! You can take care of the earth and your body by walking or biking to school on Tuesday. The Live it up team will be set up in the front of the school on Tuesday morning where all students who actively came to school on that day, can enter their name in a draw to win lots of great prizes. If you take the yellow bus, you can also be part of Earth Day by coming out to our station and participating in some fun activities in order to enter your name in the draw. See you on Tuesday morning!

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE: A reminder to all Gr. 10 & 11 students that there is an information meeting regarding the trip to the Dominican Republic TODAY, during period 3, in the Library. If you are interested in learning more about this trip please sign up with your homeroom teacher. The trip is planned for February 8th to 15th, 2009.

NEW YORK TRIP: All students going on the New York trip must attend a mandatory meeting in the library during lunch on Thursday, April 24th. Please see one of the trip supervisors if you are unable to attend.

GIRLS SOCCER: There will be a mandatory outdoor high school girls’ soccer practice on Thursday, April 24th at 3:15. Please see Miss. Kuchma or Mrs. Gervais if you cannot be there. Game schedules will be distributed.

REACH FOR THE TOP: A huge elimination match-up is slated for Senior lunch on TUESDAY, APRIL 22: The Fists of Ricky meet Sic Sempter Tyrannis. The oddsmakers are deadlocked on this trivia showdown! On FRIDAY APRIL 25, the only two undefeated teams in our Sweet Sixteen - I AM SPARTACUS and TACO MAFIA - will do battle. Be there or be a parallelogram!

24 HOUR THINK FAST: This year our 24 Hour Think Fast will be held on May 9th and 10th. If you are in grade 9 to 12 and would like to join our Fast, please come to our information meeting at lunch on Tuesday, April 22nd in the Chapel.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN TAKING CO-OP NEXT YEAR: There will be an information session on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 in the library at the beginning of period 2. If you have signed up for co-op you will be receiving a permission slip that morning to attend the session. Interviews for co-op will begin after the Co-op Career Fair on Thursday, April 24.

ATTENTION PROM COMMITTEE: There will be a MANDATORY meeting TODAY (Monday, April 21) and Wednesday, April 23 after school in room 135 to discuss final details and finish invitations. If you cannot make it, please see Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne.

NIGHT GLOW AT THE TIKI LOUNGE: The next high school dance will take place on Friday, April 25th from 7 - 10:30 pm. Tickets are only $5 per person, and will be sold during senior lunch until Tuesday, April 22 ONLY. Guests are welcome, but must currently be in high school. Remember how quickly Oscar night sold out?! Be certain to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Come and join us for a GLOWING good time!

ATTENTION: High school students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be information sessions held TODAY and Tuesday, April 22. You need only attend one day. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of senior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial award, in the amount of $1,000, is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist students in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for the award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available in the Student Services office. Deadline is Wednesday, April 30.

GRADUATES: A reminder to grads that you must come to room 130 to be measured for the gown you will be wearing at the commencement ceremony. Last day to order the gown is Thursday, April 24th. A $65.00 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School must be brought to room 130 when the gown is ordered.

Friday, April 18, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION: Grade 8 students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be an information session held on Monday, April 21. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of junior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL AND 7/8 STUDENTS: This Tuesday, April 22nd is Earth Day and the Live it up Team is challenging all Mother Teresa students to make a difference! You can take care of the earth and your body by walking or biking to school on Tuesday. The Live it up team will be set up in the front of the school on Tuesday morning where all students who actively came to school on that day, can enter their name in a draw to win lots of great prizes. If you take the yellow bus, you can also be part of Earth Day by coming out to our station and participating in some fun activities in order to enter your name in the draw. See you on Tuesday morning!

NOTICE: Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces will be here at lunch TODAY (for both lunches), in the Atrium, to discuss careers in the Canadian Military.

24 HOUR THINK FAST: This year our 24 Hour Think Fast will be held on May 9th and 10th. If you are in grade 9 to 12 and would like to join our Fast, please come to our information meeting at lunch on Tuesday, April 22nd in the Chapel.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN TAKING CO-OP NEXT YEAR: There will be an information session on Tuesday April 22 in the library at the beginning of period 2. If you have signed up for co-op you will be receiving a permission slip that morning to attend the session. Interviews for co-op will begin after the Co-op Career Fair on Thursday, April 24.

ATTENTION PROM COMMITTEE: There will be a MANDATORY meeting Monday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 23 after school in room 135 to discuss final details and finish invitations. If you cannot make it, please see Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne.

NIGHT GLOW AT THE TIKI LOUNGE: The next high school dance will take place on Friday, April 25th from 7 - 10:30 pm. Tickets are only $5 per person, and will be sold during senior lunch from Thursday, April 17 to Tuesday, April 22 ONLY. Guests are welcome, but must currently be in high school. Remember how quickly Oscar night sold out?! Be certain to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Come and join us for a GLOWING good time!

ATTENTION: High school students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be information sessions held on Monday, April 21 and Tuesday, April 22. You need only attend one day. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of senior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial award, in the amount of $1,000, is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist students in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for the award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available in the Student Services office. Deadline is Wednesday, April 30.

JOB POSTING: Looking for babysitter to care for 2 year-old while in labour with baby and to continue on after the baby is born in evenings or weekends (a couple hours at a time) to help out with toddler. Requirements: Responsible person in Grade 9 or 10 with various exposure to young children. Babysitting training course through St. John's Ambulance or equivalent would be a definite asset. Please contact Jodi by email at djc_1@sympatico.ca , or if you prefer by phone at (613) 843-9054. Thank you for your interest.

GRADUATES: A reminder to grads that you must come to room 130 to be measured for the gown you will be wearing at the commencement ceremony. Last day to order the gown is Thursday, April 24th. A $65.00 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School must be brought to room 130 when the gown is ordered.

THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS IN GRADE 10 & 11: This year we are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic. The trip is planned for February 8th to 15th, 2009. The Dominican Experience is intended to be an opportunity for students to live with people in conditions that are very different from life in Canada. In the Dominican Republic, you will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and trying to speak and understand Spanish. Through this experience, you will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people of a developing nation. You will learn more about the 2/3rds of the population of our world that live on just $2 a day and you will meet people who are working to make life better for those who struggle. This trip will definitely not be a holiday! But it will be a trip that can challenge your perspective and inspire you to ask questions about what is important to you and about how you want to live your life. If you are interested in learning more about this trip please sign up with your homeroom teacher to attend a presentation in the Library on April 21, during period 3.

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

GRADE 7/8 MUSIC NOTICES: #1 - There is a rehearsal tonight after school. This is our last rehearsal before the concert - attendance is mandatory. #2 - There will be a Music Council meeting today at lunch. #3 - The Music room will be open today for BOP tests.

ATTENTION: Grade 8 students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be an information session held on Monday April 21. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of junior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL: A reminder of the team practices this week: Boys - TODAY at 3:15 pm in Gym A/B.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed after school on TODAY.

LIVE IT UP! - All Live it up members are asked to meet today, at lunch, in the career center to plan for our Earth day activities.

CAPPIES!!!! Come to A VERY important meeting in RM 300 TODAY at lunch regarding voting day. Talk to Courtney Belaire if you are unable to come.

PEER HELPERS: A reminder to the Peer Helpers if you are able to help with the Parent Information Night TONIGHT, please be in the atrium by 5:15.

NOTICE: Elijah Gwayumba, Shawn Mathurin, Sarah Sutton and Amir Hamid are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following announcements.

REACH FOR THE TOP: A MONSTER game is slated for Senior lunch today: The McLovins meet Threshold of Pain. The trivia pundits out there are calling this highly anticipated match-up the "Motherlode of Brain Hiccups". Be there or be a trapezoid!

ATTENTION PROM COMMITTEE: There will be a MANDATORY meeting Monday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 23 after school in room 135 to discuss final details and finish invitations. If you cannot make it please see Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne.

NIGHT GLOW AT THE TIKI LOUNGE: The next high school dance will take place on Friday, April 25th from 7 - 10:30pm. Tickets are only $5 per person, and will be sold during senior lunch from Thursday, April 17 to Tuesday, April 22 ONLY. Guests are welcome, but must currently be in high school. Remember how quickly Oscar night sold out?! Be certain to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Come and join us for a GLOWING good time!

ATTENTION: High school students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be information sessions held on Monday, April 21 and Tuesday, April 22. You need only attend one day. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of senior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

NOTICE: Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces will be here at lunch on Friday (for both lunches), in the Atrium, to discuss careers in the Canadian Military.

GRADUATES: A reminder to grads that you must come to room 130 to be measured for the gown you will be wearing at the commencement ceremony. Last day to order the gown is Thursday, April 24th. A $65.00 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School must be brought to room 130 when the gown is ordered.

GIRLS HOCKEY: Last call for T-shirt payments. Money must be in by TODAY. The girls can drop of the money to Ms.Gervais in room 305.

DRAMA BACKSTAGE CREW FOR MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING: This is a reminder of the Pizza Party at lunch on Friday, April 18. Please bring your $5.00 to Room 112 TODAY.

LOOKING FOR A FRENCH TUTOR: Once or twice a week for about one hour for a Grade 5 student who lives within walking distance of our school. Please call Sylvie during the day at 613 952-7461 or after 3:00 pm at 613 823-6655.

THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS IN GRADE 10 & 11: This year we are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic. The trip is planned for February 8th to 15th, 2009. The Dominican Experience is intended to be an opportunity for students to live with people in conditions that are very different from life in Canada. In the Dominican Republic, you will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and trying to speak and understand Spanish. Through this experience, you will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people of a developing nation. You will learn more about the 2/3rds of the population of our world that live on just $2 a day and you will meet people who are working to make life better for those who struggle. This trip will definitely not be a holiday! But it will be a trip that can challenge your perspective and inspire you to ask questions about what is important to you and about how you want to live your life. If you are interested in learning more about this trip, please sign up with your homeroom teacher to attend a presentation in the Library on Monday, April 21th during period 3.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

ATTENTION: Grade 8 students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be an information session held on Monday April 21. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of junior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL: A reminder of the team practices this week: Boys - Thursday at 3:15 pm in Gym A/B. Girls - TODAY at 3:15 pm in Gym A/B

GRADE 7/8 MATH CONTESTS: A reminder to all students that signed up to write the Grade 7 & 8 Math Contests that they are taking place TODAY during Period 1 and 2 in the library. Please go to the library right after homeroom. You may bring the following items with you for the test: a compass, a calculator, pencils, erasers, and scrap paper.

RED MAPLE CLUB: Meeting TODAY. Arrive early for prizes, food and information about voting day.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed after school on Thursday, April 17.

CAPPIES!!!! Come to A VERY important meeting in RM 300 on Thursday (April 17) at lunch regarding voting day. Talk to Courtney Belaire if you are unable to come.

PEER HELPERS: A reminder to the Peer Helpers if you are able to help with the Parent Information Night Thursday, April 17 to please be in the atrium by 5:15 on Thursday.

NIGHT GLOW AT THE TIKI LOUNGE: The next high school dance will take place on Friday, April 25th from 7 - 10:30 pm. Tickets are only $5 per person, and will be sold during senior lunch from Thursday, April 17 to Tuesday, April 22 ONLY. Guests are welcome, but must currently be in high school. Remember how quickly Oscar night sold out?! Be certain to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Come and join us for a GLOWING good time!

ATTENTION: High school students interested in running for Student Council next year: There will be information sessions held on Monday, April 21 and Tuesday, April 22. You need only attend one day. Please come to Room 320 at the beginning of senior lunch to pick up the application package and receive important information.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO: The Sylvester Quinn Memorial award, in the amount of $1,000, is awarded to one graduating student in each Ottawa Catholic High School to assist students in pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria for the award is service to others, scholastic achievement, need for financial assistance and strong moral and ethical values. Applications are available in the Student Services office. Deadline is Wednesday, April 30.

NOTICE: Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces will be here at lunch on Friday (for both lunches), in the Atrium, to discuss careers in the Canadian Military.

GRADUATES: A reminder to grads that you must come to room 130 to be measured for the gown you will be wearing at the commencement ceremony. Last day to order the gown is Thursday, April 24th. A $65.00 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School must be brought to room 130 when the gown is ordered.

GIRLS HOCKEY: Last call for T-shirt payments. Money must be in by this Thursday. The girls can drop of the money to Ms.Gervais in room 305.

DRAMA BACKSTAGE CREW FOR MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING: This is a reminder of the Pizza Party at lunch on Friday, April 18. Please bring your $5.00 to Room 112 before Thurs. April 17.

JOB POSTING: Looking for babysitter to care for 2 year-old while in labour with baby and to continue on after the baby is born in evenings or weekends (a couple hours at a time) to help out with toddler. Requirements: Responsible person in Grade 9 or 10 with various exposure to young children. Babysitting training course through St. John's Ambulance or equivalent would be a definite asset. Please contact Jodi by email at djc_1@sympatico.ca , or if you prefer by phone at (613) 843-9054. Thank you for your interest.

LOOKING FOR A FRENCH TUTOR: Once or twice a week for about one hour for a Grade 5 student who lives within walking distance of our school. Please call Sylvie during the day at 613 952-7461 or after 3:00 pm at 613 823-6655.

THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS IN GRADE 10 & 11: This year we are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic. The trip is planned for February 8th to 15th, 2009. The Dominican Experience is intended to be an opportunity for students to live with people in conditions that are very different from life in Canada. In the Dominican Republic, you will be living with Dominican families, eating Dominican food and trying to speak and understand Spanish.

Through this experience, you will gain a greater appreciation of the struggles of the people of a developing nation. You will learn more about the 2/3rds of the population of our world that live on just $2 a day and you will meet people who are working to make life better for those who struggle. This trip will definitely not be a holiday! But it will be a trip that can challenge your perspective and inspire you to ask questions about what is important to you and about how you want to live your life. If you are interested in learning more about this trip please sign up with your homeroom teacher to attend a presentation in the Library on April 21th during period 3.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL: A reminder of the team practices this week: Boys - TODAY at 3:15 pm and Thursday at 3:15 pm (both in Gym A/B). Girls - Wednesday at 3:15 pm in Gym A/B

GRADE 7/8 MATH CONTESTS: A reminder to all students that signed up to write the Grade 7 & 8 Math Contests that they are taking place on Wednesday, April 16th during Period 1 and 2 in the library. Please go to the library right after homeroom. If you are unsure whether you signed up, please check the list outside room 236. You may bring the following items with you for the test: a compass, a calculator, pencils, erasers, and scrap paper.

RED MAPLE CLUB: Meeting on Wednesday, April 16. Arrive early for prizes, food and information about voting day.

ATTENTION GR. 8 MEMBERS OF THE SEMI-FORMAL COMMITTEE: Our next meeting will be held in the Art room after school TODAY. Bring art supplies! Speak with Ms. Daigeler or Mrs. Jewitt, if unable to attend.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed after school on Thursday, April 17.

NOTICE: Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces will be here at lunch on Friday (for both lunches), in the Atrium, to discuss careers in the Canadian Military.

GRADUATES: A reminder to grads that you must come to room 130 to be measured for the gown you will be wearing at the commencement ceremony. Last day to order the gown is Thursday, April 24th. A $65.00 cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School must be brought to room 130 when the gown is ordered.

GIRLS HOCKEY: Last call for T-shirt payments. Money must be in by this Thursday. The girls can drop of the money to Ms.Gervais in room 305.

DRAMA BACKSTAGE CREW FOR MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING: This is a reminder of the Pizza Party at lunch on Friday, April 18. Please bring your $5.00 to Room 112 before Thursday, April 17.

FR. BAXTER SCHOLARSHIP: For the graduation class of 2008, the Msgr. Paul Baxter Memorial Foundation will award six (6) scholarships valued at $1500 each, to six college or university bound graduates of our secondary schools. The application deadline is May 16th. The award is given to recognize perseverance, faith and service to others. It is NOT primarily an award for outstanding academic achievement. Application forms are available in the Student Services office.

FOR GRADE 10 & 11 STUDENTS: Algonquin Connections is a one day enrichment opportunity for Gr. 10 or 11 students to explore potential post-secondary destinations. It takes place on Wednesday, May 7. Students travel to Algonquin College’s Woodroffe campus and spend the day in one of the many programs offering tours that day. There is no cost and a free lunch is provided. If you are interested, please come down to the Student Services office, preview the program choices, and sign up for one. Deadline is TODAY.

Monday, April 14, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

RED MAPLE CLUB: Meeting on Wednesday, April 16. Arrive early for prizes, food and information about voting day.

ATTENTION GR. 8 MEMBERS OF THE SEMI-FORMAL COMMITTEE: Our next meeting will be held in the Art room after school on Tuesday, April 15th. Bring art supplies! Speak with Ms. Daigeler or Mrs. Jewitt, if unable to attend.

LIBRARY CLOSURE: The library will be closed after school on Thursday, April 17.

STRATFORD FESTIVAL 2008: The second cheque for the Stratford Festival trip is due TODAY. Please drop it off to Mrs. Brady in room 201.

NOTICE: Would the individual, who borrowed the scissors from Student Services, please return them to the office. Thank you.

FR. BAXTER SCHOLARSHIP: For the graduation class of 2008, the Msgr. Paul Baxter Memorial Foundation will award six (6) scholarships valued at $1500 each, to six college or university bound graduates of our secondary schools. The application deadline is May 16th. The award is given to recognize perseverance, faith and service to others. It is NOT primarily an award for outstanding academic achievement. Application forms are available in the Student Services office.

FOR GRADE 10 & 11 STUDENTS: Algonquin Connections is a one day enrichment opportunity for Gr. 10 or 11 students to explore potential post-secondary destinations. It takes place on Wednesday, May 7. Students travel to Algonquin College’s Woodroffe campus and spend the day in one of the many programs offering tours that day. There is no cost and a free lunch is provided. If you are interested, please come down to the Student Services office, preview the program choices, and sign up for one. Deadline is Tuesday, April 15.

NEED A TUTOR: If you are interested in having a tutor for English, French or Spanish, please contact Lori Arno at 843-0208. She lives close to the school.

MULTICULTURAL DAY BUYOUT: All high school students are invited to buy out of Period 2 on Tuesday, April 15 for our 1st Annual Multicultural Day. Students will perform cultural acts including dance, music, and fashion shows. Information displays and food will be available in the atrium during senior lunch. Bring $2 to your period two teacher today and SEE THE WORLD!!

Friday, April 11, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB: There will be an environmental club meeting today (Friday) at 1:00 in room 204. Please bring pencil crayons and markers to finish your posters.

7/8 AND HS EXPRESSIONS 2008 WORKSHOP: Would the following students please see Ms. Byrne in room 135 at 11:40 today: Cassandra Hay, Emily Barrington, Johnny Dirienzo, Laura Thibedeau, Tapiwa Madziyire, Jillian Jackson, Michelle Lapalme, Paige Prosper, Jennifer Gabel, Katie Burgess, Sanaz Arzhangi and Muslema Qayum.

STRATFORD FESTIVAL 2008: The second cheque for the Stratford Festival trip is due Monday, April 14. Please drop it off to Mrs. Brady in room 201.

GRADE 9 AND 10 STUDENTS: Lifetime of Action High School Youth Conference. Are you a student in grade 9 or 10? Are you interested in making change in the world and learning more about how you can get involved? Are you interested in helping our school community to get more involved in social and environmental issues? Then this might be for you. There is a day long conference being held at the University of Ottawa Campus on April 28th. Please come to a meeting at the beginning of lunch today in the Chapel to pick up an application form.

FIRST AID COURSES: There are many programs at the College level that require students to have a First Aid & CPR course prior to enrolling. The Canadian Red Cross is offering several sessions of these courses over the next three months. They are brief, two day courses on Saturday and Sunday or four weeknight classes. For a full list of dates and times, go to Student Services. You can register by calling the Red Cross at 613-560-7220 ext. 249

FR. BAXTER SCHOLARSHIP: For the graduation class of 2008, the Msgr. Paul Baxter Memorial Foundation will award six (6) scholarships valued at $1500 each, to six college or university bound graduates of our secondary schools. The application deadline is May 16th. The award is given to recognize perseverance, faith and service to others. It is NOT primarily an award for outstanding academic achievement. Application forms are available in the Student Services office.

FOR GRADE 10 & 11 STUDENTS: Algonquin Connections is a one day enrichment opportunity for Gr. 10 or 11 students to explore potential post-secondary destinations. It takes place on Wednesday, May 7. Students travel to Algonquin College’s Woodroffe campus and spend the day in one of the many programs offering tours that day. There is no cost and a free lunch is provided. If you are interested, please come down to the Student Services office, preview the program choices, and sign up for one. Deadline is Tuesday, April 15.

NEED A TUTOR: If you are interested in having a tutor for English, French or Spanish, please contact Lori Arno at 843-0208. She lives close to the school.

MULTICULTURAL DAY BUYOUT: All high school students are invited to buy out of Period 2 on Tuesday, April 15 for our 1st Annual Multicultural Day. Students will perform cultural acts including dance, music, and fashion shows. Information displays and food will be available in the atrium during senior lunch. Bring $2 to your period two teacher today and SEE THE WORLD!!

NOTICE TO GRADS: Prom Committee is putting together a year end slide show and needs your help. We want all grads to be included - sports photos, you and your friends, pictures when you were young, etc. Send your pictures to MT_gradslideshow@hotmail.com.

GRAD BABY PHOTOS: Graduating students who contributed a baby photo for the Yearbook may pick up their photos in the box in Student Services. The deadline to pick up your photo is TODAY.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Deadline for team sign ups is TODAY (Friday). $1 per player, forms are available from Mr. Prigent. Only the first 10 teams will make it into the tournament.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale today, in the atrium, during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. There are two performances remaining —tonight and Saturday. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK: Friday - Tropical Day - awww spring is finally here and let's celebrate by breaking out some bright colours, flowers, shorts, sandals, surf boards.

RED MAPLE CLUB: Any club members that are not in a class that is attending the Eric Walters author visit today, during period 5 and 6, and would like to hear his presentation, please drop by the library for a pass.

NOTICE: 8-03 will be selling chips, lollipops and other candy in the atrium during 7/8 lunch today. All proceeds will be going to support Melissa's walk!

SWIM TEAM: A reminder to the 7/8 swim team members of the practice at Walter Baker pool at 3:00 p.m.

FIRST AID COURSES: There are many programs at the College level that require students to have a First Aid & CPR course prior to enrolling. The Canadian Red Cross is offering several sessions of these courses over the next three months. They are brief, two day courses on Saturday and Sunday or four weeknight classes. For a full list of dates and times, go to Student Services. You can register by calling the Red Cross at 613-560-7220 ext. 249

FR. BAXTER SCHOLARSHIP: For the graduation class of 2008, the Msgr. Paul Baxter Memorial Foundation will award six (6) scholarships valued at $1500 each, to six college or university bound graduates of our secondary schools. The application deadline is May 16th. The award is given to recognize perseverance, faith and service to others. It is NOT primarily an award for outstanding academic achievement. Application forms are available in the Student Services office.

FOR GRADE 10 & 11 STUDENTS: Algonquin Connections is a one day enrichment opportunity for Gr. 10 or 11 students to explore potential post-secondary destinations. It takes place on Wednesday, May 7. Students travel to Algonquin College’s Woodroffe campus and spend the day in one of the many programs offering tours that day. There is no cost and a free lunch is provided. If you are interested, please come down to the Student Services office, preview the program choices, and sign up for one.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Have you ever wanted to try a Kickboxing class??? Here is your chance! TODAY, during High school lunch Mother Teresa will be having a free kickboxing lesson. A professional instructor will be here and all students are welcome. So come join us in the dance room for some fun and a great way to be active! Brought to you by Live it Up!

REACH FOR THE TOP: The mighty Grade 10 trivia crew "MRoar" faces elimination TODAY as they face Grade 12's "Sic Semper Tyrannis" . Buzzers will be activated at 11:50.

GIRLS HOCKEY: Could all members of the girls hockey team please bring a cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School in the amount of $22.00 to pay for their team t-shirts. Drop the cheques off to Christina Caruso, or Mr. Baldin.

MULTICULTURAL DAY BUYOUT: All high school students are invited to buy out of Period 2 on Tuesday, April 15 for our 1st Annual Multicultural Day. Students will perform cultural acts including dance, music, and fashion shows. Information displays and food will be available in the atrium during senior lunch. Bring $2 to your period two teacher today and SEE THE WORLD!!

MULTICULTURAL DAY REHERSAL: There is a very important rehearsal for all participants of the Multicultural Fashion Show TODAY after school in Room 131. It is EXTREMELY important that everyone attend. Please see Mrs. Robinson if you are unable to rehearse on Thursday.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Prom Committee is putting together a year end slide show and needs your help. We want all grads to be included - sports photos, you and your friends, pictures when you were young, etc. Send your pictures to MT_gradslideshow@hotmail.com.

GRAD BABY PHOTOS: Graduating students who contributed a baby photo for the Yearbook may pick up their photos in the box in Student Services. The deadline to pick up your photo is this Friday, April 11th.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Deadline for team sign ups is tomorrow (Friday). $1 per player, forms are available from Mr. Prigent. Only the first 10 teams will make it into the tournament.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale today, in the atrium, during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. There will be three performances only—tonight, tomorrow and Saturday. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS: Garfied Weston Merit Scholarship for College bound students. Deadline is Friday April 11. The Application is available at: http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/entrance-application-form.htm

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK: Wednesday - Twin Day – Dress the same as someone else and be a twin for a day. Thursday - Retro - a tribute to the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's or 90's. Friday - Tropical Day - awww spring is finally here and let's celebrate by breaking out some bright colours, flowers, shorts, sandals, surf boards.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed after school TODAY.

GIRLS HOCKEY: Could all members of the girls hockey team please bring a cheque made payable to Mother Teresa High School in the amount of $22.00 to pay for their team t-shirts. Drop the cheques off to Christina Caruso, or Mr. Baldin.

PROM COMMITTEE: There is a very brief meeting TODAY (Wed) at lunch in room 135. Also, a reminder that we will be making invitations after school in room 135 today as well. See you there!

GIRLS RUGBY: Girls Rugby players are reminded to bring appropriate clothing for outdoor and indoor practice for Thursday morning.

MULTICULTURAL DAY BUYOUT: All high school students are invited to buy out of Period 2 on Tuesday, April 15 for our 1st Annual Multicultural Day. Students will perform cultural acts including dance, music, and fashion shows. Information displays and food will be available in the atrium during senior lunch. Bring $2 to your period two teacher today and SEE THE WORLD!!

MULTICULTURAL DAY REHERSAL: There is a very important rehearsal for all participants of the Multicultural Fashion Show on Thursday after school in Room 131. It is EXTREMELY important that everyone attend. Please see Mrs. Robinson if you are unable to rehearse on Thursday.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Prom Committee is putting together a year end slide show and needs your help. We want all grads to be included - sports photos, you and your friends, pictures when you were young, etc. Send your pictures to MT_gradslideshow@hotmail.com.

GRAD BABY PHOTOS: Graduating students who contributed a baby photo for the Yearbook may pick up their photos in the box in Student Services. The deadline to pick up your photo is this Friday, April 11th.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Have you ever wanted to try a Kickboxing class??? Here is your chance! This Thursday, April 10, during High school lunch Mother Teresa will be having a free kickboxing lesson. A professional instructor will be here and all students are welcome. So come join us in the dance room for some fun and a great way to be active! Brought to you by Live it Up!

REACH FOR THE TOP: The mighty Grade 10 trivia crew "MRoar" faces elimination on THURSDAY, April 10 as they face Grade 12's "Sic Semper Tyrannis" . Buzzers will be activated at 11:50.

PING PONG INTRAMURALS: D ue to the drama production, Ping Pong Intramurals this week are cancelled on Thursday and will return next week. The schedule will be posted.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Deadline for team sign ups is this Friday. $1 per player, forms are available from Mr. Prigent. Only the first 10 teams will make it into the tournament.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting during high school lunch TODAY.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS: Garfied Weston Merit Scholarship for College bound students. Deadline is Friday April 11. The Application is available at: http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/entrance-application-form.htm

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK: Tuesday - Disney Day - Dress up as your favourite Disney character! Wednesday - Twin Day – Dress the same as someone else and be a twin for a day. Thursday - Retro - a tribute to the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's or 90's. Friday - Tropical Day - awww spring is finally here and let's celebrate by breaking out some bright colours, flowers, shorts, sandals, surf boards.

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 7/8/MEMBERS OF THE SEMI-FORMAL COMMITTEE: There is a mandatory meeting today, Tuesday, April 8th, in room 332 at the beginning of lunch. Bring your agenda and a pencil.

7/8 BOYS TOUCH FOOTBALL TRY-OUT: Wednesday April 9th, at 7:15 A.M. sharp is the final try-out for the Boys Touch Football team. If you cannot attend see Ms. Brownrigg or Ms. McKenna.

7/8 TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any player that has not picked up a copy of the offense audibles is asked to see Ms. Brownrigg sometime today in room 236. The boys are expected to know the audibles for the final try-out on Wednesday morning at 7:15 am sharp. The girls will need to know the audibles for the first team practice next week.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed after school on Wednesday, April 9th.

NOTICE TO GRADS: Prom Committee is putting together a year end slide show and needs your help. We want all grads to be included - sports photos, you and your friends, pictures when you were young, etc. Send your pictures to MT_gradslideshow@hotmail.com.

PING PONG INTRAMURALS: Due to the Drama production, Ping Pong Intramurals this week is cancelled TODAY and Thurs. and will return next week. The schedule will be posted.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Deadline for team sign ups is this Friday. $1 per player, forms are available from Mr. Prigent. Only the first 10 teams will make it into the tournament.

STUDENT COUNCIL: Reminder to all Student Council members of the after school meeting today. Attendance is mandatory.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting during high school lunch on Wednesday, April 9th.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS: Garfied Weston Merit Scholarship for College bound students. Deadline is Friday April 11. The Application is available at: http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/entrance-application-form.htm

REACH FOR THE TOP: Major trivia action this week with two Round Four elimination matches! TODAY APRIL 8, Acidic Purple Rain faces The McLovins in what will probably be a knock'em down, drag'em out mind sizzler. On THURSDAY April 10, MRoar meets Sic Semper Tyrannis in an ultimate game of mental/academic prowess. Will the rational gymnastics of Room 200 ever end?

JOIN THE VOLUNTEER TEAM! The Weekend to End Breast Cancer, held in Ottawa on JUNE 6 – 8, 2008 benefiting the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation, is looking for Volunteers. It’s an incredible experience as thousands of fun and interesting people of all ages walk 60 km over 2 days. Volunteers are a very important part of The Weekend’s continued success! The Weekend needs you for a couple of hours or a full day; we have lots of shifts to fill before, during, and after the event, to help with: registration, pitching the tents at camp, ceremonies production, cheering on the walkers, and more! Call (613) 722-7224 or visit endcancer.ca

RUN OTTAWA VOLUNTEERS: On May 23, 24 & 25 Run Ottawa conducts their annual multi-race weekend in the downtown area. They rely heavily on our community to provide the many volunteers required to safely stage this event. They need volunteers to work in many different areas, including Route Marshall, Water Stations, Route Setup, Information Booth, Recovery Area, etc. If you are interested in earning community service hours or just want to volunteer, go to runottawa.ca, click on volunteer, and sign up.

Monday, April 7, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

SPIRIT WEEK: Monday - PJ Day - Who doesn't love coming to school in a comfy pair of PJs. Tuesday - Disney Day - Dress up as your favourite Disney character! Wednesday - Twin Day – Dress the same as someone else and be a twin for a day. Thursday - Retro - a tribute to the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's or 90's. Friday - Tropical Day - awww spring is finally here and let's celebrate by breaking out some bright colours, flowers, shorts, sandals, surf boards.

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 7/8 MEMBERS OF THE SEMI-FORMAL COMMITTEE: There is a mandatory meeting today, Monday, April 7th, in room 332 at the beginning of lunch. Bring your agenda and a pencil.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed after school on Wednesday, April 9th.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting during high school lunch on Wednesday, April 9th.

WANT TO BE A TUTOR: Looking for a French Math tutor for two girls (Gr. 4 and Gr. 5, immersion program) who live off of Larkin. Please call Diane at 613 440-2442.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS: Garfied Weston Merit Scholarship for College bound students. Deadline is Friday April 11. The Application is available at: http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/entrance-application-form.htm

REACH FOR THE TOP: Major trivia action this week with two Round Four elimination matches! On TUESDAY APRIL 8, Acidic Purple Rain faces The McLovins in what will probably be a knock'em down, drag'em out mind sizzler. On THURSDAY April 10, MRoar meets Sic Semper Tyrannis in an ultimate game of mental/academic prowess. Will the rational gymnastics of Room 200 ever end?

JOIN THE VOLUNTEER TEAM! The Weekend to End Breast Cancer, held in Ottawa on JUNE 6 – 8, 2008 benefiting the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation, is looking for Volunteers. It’s an incredible experience as thousands of fun and interesting people of all ages walk 60 km over 2 days. Volunteers are a very important part of The Weekend’s continued success! The Weekend needs you for a couple of hours or a full day; we have lots of shifts to fill before, during, and after the event, to help with: registration, pitching the tents at camp, ceremonies production, cheering on the walkers, and more! Call (613) 722-7224 or visit endcancer.ca

RUN OTTAWA VOLUNTEERS: On May 23, 24 & 25 Run Ottawa conducts their annual multi-race weekend in the downtown area. They rely heavily on our community to provide the many volunteers required to safely stage this event. They need volunteers to work in many different areas, including Route Marshall, Water Stations, Route Setup, Information Booth, Recovery Area, etc. If you are interested in earning community service hours or just want to volunteer, go to runottawa.ca, click on volunteer, and sign up.

Friday, April 4, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

GRADE 7/8 EULER & LAGRANGE MATH CONTESTS: All students that signed up to write the Euler & Lagrange math contests on April 16th are asked to come to a brief meeting in room 236 TODAY at the beginning of lunch. If you are unsure whether you signed up, the list of students participating can be found outside room 236. Please see Ms. Brownrigg, if you are unable to attend.

ST. BRIGID’S SUMMER CAMP: Information about registration for St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is available on the counter in the Main Office.

CO-OP PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR GR. 10 STUDENTS: There are 2 grade 11 co-op placement opportunities in a laboratory setting with the "Canadian Food Inspection Agency". If you are interested in a grade 11 co-op placement for the 2008/2009 academic year, please see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following announcements.

REACH FOR THE TOP: In-school action will resume at lunch TODAY as the Round Three All-Stars are invited to the Crazy Kitchen to participate in a Battle of Wits (with special guests). The following All-Stars are asked to attend the festivities: Giancarlo Falcomer, Will McAleer, Eric Ho, Austin Mowat, Mitch Kearney, and Olivia Bissonette.

WANT TO BE A TUTOR: Looking for a French Math tutor for two girls (Gr. 4 and Gr. 5, immersion program) who live off of Larkin. Please call Diane at 613 440-2442.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Signup continues TODAY - $1 per player. First 10 teams get in. Deadline is next Friday. Forms can be found on Mr. Prigent's office door.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

GRADE 7/8 EULER & LAGRANGE MATH CONTESTS: All students that signed up to write the Euler & Lagrange math contests on April 16th are asked to come to a brief meeting in room 236 on Friday at the beginning of lunch. If you are unsure whether you signed up, the list of students participating can be found outside room 236. Please see Ms. Brownrigg, if you are unable to attend.

ST. BRIGID’S SUMMER CAMP: Information about registration for St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is available on the counter in the Main Office.

LIBRARY NOTICE: Students with overdue books and library fines are asked to go to the library after announcements.

LIVE IT UP! - All Live it up members are asked to meet Today at lunch in the career center.

REACH FOR THE TOP: Congratulations to the Mother Teresa Travelling Team who won BRONZE at the recent City Championships. The squad, featuring Anne "with an E" Benyon, Adam "Kubla Khan" McCrae, Mike "Mendeleev" Li, Will "On" Onyeaju and Mitch "The Stich" Kearney, finished 3rd out of 24 teams and has secured a spot at the Provincials in May.

In-school action will resume at lunch on Friday, April 4 as the Round Three All-Stars are invited to the Crazy Kitchen to participate in a Battle of Wits (with special guests). The following All-Stars are asked to attend the festivities:Giancarlo Falcomer, Will McAleer, Eric Ho, Austin Mowat, Mitch Kearney, and Olivia Bissonette.

GRADE 11 CHEMISTRY COMPETITION INFORMATION: The following grade 11 students are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following announcements: Joe Lee, Jake Park, Kevin Lee, Kevin Moeun, Prabhjot Sekhon, Alice Xie, Gowthami Sampathkumar, Erdit Celo, Samantha Graitson, Colin Miyata, and Matt Windeler.

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO BIOLOGY COMPETITION INFORMATION: The following grade 12 students are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following announcements: Micheal Chong, Alanna Fontaine, Jae-Ho Lee, and Linda Li.

PING PONG INTRAMURALS: Tournament starts TODAY at Lunch in the Dance Studio.

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Signup begins TODAY - $1 per player. First 10 teams get in. Deadline is next Friday. Forms can be found on Mr. Prigent's office door.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

DRAMA: The backstage crew for makeup and hairstyling are reminded of the important meetings to finalize all character appearances TODAY at 3:15 pm in Room 112. Also the Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Apr. 5 from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

RED MAPLE MEETING: The Red Maple Club meets TODAY. Guests have been invited so please try to arrive by 12:45.

ST. BRIGID’S SUMMER CAMP: Information about registration for St. Brigid’s Summer Camp is available on the counter in the Main Office.

TRACK AND FIELD: There is a brief meeting in room 130 at 12:00 TODAY for all students who have signed up to participate in Track and Field.

PING PONG INTRAMURALS: Tournament starts Thursday at Lunch in the Dance Studio - check the draw near the wood floor gym, it will be posted on Wednesday. Those who have not paid can do so by seeing Mr. Prigent ($1)

VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS: Signup begins tomorrow - $1 per player. First 10 teams get in. Deadline is next Friday. Forms can be found on Mr. Prigent's office door.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

DRAMA: The backstage crew for makeup and hairstyling are reminded of the important meetings to finalize all character appearances on Thurs. Apr. 3 at 3:15 pm in Room 112. Also the Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Apr. 5 from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon.

PROM COMMITTEE: The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for TODAY, at lunch, in Room 135.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

GRADE 7/8 BOYS AND GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any grade 7/8 boy or girl that signed up to try-outs for the touch football team should check the try-out schedule posted outside room 236. Please see Ms. Brownrigg if you are unable to attend a try-out.

RED MAPLE MEETING: The Red Maple Club meets on Wednesday, April 2. Guests have been invited so please try to arrive by 12:45.

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed to students all day TODAY.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

DRAMA: The backstage crew for makeup and hairstyling are reminded of the important meetings to finalize all character appearances on Thurs. Apr. 3 at 3:15 pm in Room 112. Also the Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Apr. 5 from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon.

NEW YORK TRIP: Students attending the New York trip are reminded they must provide proof of proper ID (passport, birth certificate, driver's license, citizenship card etc.), as well as, proof of out-of-country insurance coverage. Please submit this information to Ms. Gervais by the latest TODAY.

URGENT REQUEST: Is there any student interested in attending the New York trip because we have room for one more student? Please see Ms.Gervais, Ms.Bell-Dagenais, Mr. Loy, Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne ASAP if you are interested.

PROM COMMITTEE: The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at lunch, in Room 135.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

FOCUS PROGRAMS FOR 08-09: Focus Programs are packages of courses, offered at the high school level, that concentrate on a particular field of interest or training. These Focus Programs have been created by a particular High School within our Board and are open to all students within the Board. There are currently 18 Focus Programs being offered in various high schools within our Board and they span all Grade levels, 9 through 12. A description of these programs can be found in the Course Selection Booklet that students received during the subject selection process (pages 80-97).

A separate application is required if you wish to apply to a Focus Program for next year. You must make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor, who will complete the application form with you. The deadline for applying to a Focus Program for the 2008-2009 school year is Wednesday, April 2.

Monday, March 31, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

NOTICE FOR GR. 8’s: All grade 8 members of the Semi-Formal Committee are reminded of the meeting, at lunch, in room 332 TODAY.

GRADE 7/8 BOYS AND GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any grade 7/8 boy or girl that signed up to try-outs for the touch football team should check the try-out schedule posted outside room 236. Please see Ms. Brownrigg if you are unable to attend a try-out.

RED MAPLE MEETING: The Red Maple Club meets on Wednesday, April 2. Guests have been invited so please try to arrive by 12:45.

ENVIRONMENT CLUB: Would all members of the environment club please meet in Room 326 at 1:00 TODAY. Please bring colouring pencils. New members are welcome!

LIBRARY NOTICE: The library will be closed to students all day Tuesday, April 1.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: Tickets for this year's comedy play are on sale every day in the atrium during the first half of senior lunch. Ticket prices are $6.00 for students and seniors and $8.00 for adults. For the best seats in the house, get your tickets early. There will be three performances only--April 10th, 11th and 12th. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family for a great evening of entertainment.

USHERS FOR SCHOOL PLAY: There is a meeting in the library seminar room at 11:45 a.m. today (Monday) for all students who signed up to be ushers for the school play. Attendance is important as the schedule will be set up at this meeting. Bring your lunch.

DRAMA: The backstage crew for makeup and hairstyling are reminded of the important meetings to finalize all character appearances on Mon. Mar 31 and Thurs. Apr. 3 at 3:15 pm in Room 112. Also the Dress Rehearsal is on Sat. Apr. 5 from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon.

NEW YORK TRIP: Students attending the New York trip are reminded they must provide proof of proper ID (passport, birth certificate, driver's license, citizenship card etc.), as well as, proof of out-of-country insurance coverage. Please submit this information to Ms. Gervais by the latest Tuesday, April 1st.

URGENT REQUEST: Is there any student interested in attending the New York trip because we have room for one more student? Please see Ms.Gervais, Ms.Bell-Dagenais, Mr. Loy, Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne ASAP if you are interested.

H.S. TRACK AND FIELD: Any high school students interested in joining the Track and Field team please see Mr. Whitten in Room 130 before Tuesday, April 1, to sign up for an event or events. Spaces are limited in each event!

SKI REFUNDS: Don't forget to pick up your Ski Club refund form in the main office to claim your refund for Ski Club this year. The deadline for submitting the completed form is TODAY.

PROM COMMITTEE: The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at lunch, in Room 135.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

FOCUS PROGRAMS FOR 08-09: Focus Programs are packages of courses, offered at the high school level, that concentrate on a particular field of interest or training. These Focus Programs have been created by a particular High School within our Board and are open to all students within the Board. There are currently 18 Focus Programs being offered in various high schools within our Board and they span all Grade levels, 9 through 12. A description of these programs can be found in the Course Selection Booklet that students received during the subject selection process (pages 80-97).

A separate application is required if you wish to apply to a Focus Program for next year. You must make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor, who will complete the application form with you. The deadline for applying to a Focus Program for the 2008-2009 school year is Wednesday, April 2.

Friday, March 28, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

NOTICE FOR GR. 8’s: All grade 8 members of the Semi-Formal Committee are reminded of the meeting at lunch in room 332 on Monday, March 31.

7/8 BOYS AND GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any 7/8 boy or girl interested in trying out for the Touch Football team is asked to sign up outside room 236 by the end of the day TODAY. Your name must be on the list to try-out. Try-outs will begin next week. Listen for announcements.

USHERS FOR SCHOOL PLAY: There is a meeting for all students who signed up to be ushers for the school play on Monday, March 31. Attendance is important as the schedule will be set up at this meeting.

NEW YORK TRIP: Students attending the New York trip are reminded they must provide proof of proper ID (passport, birth certificate, driver's license, citizenship card etc.), as well as, proof of out-of-country insurance coverage. Please submit this information to Ms. Gervais by the latest Tuesday, April 1st.

URGENT REQUEST: Is there any student interested in attending the New York trip because we have room for one more student? Please see Ms.Gervais, Ms.Bell-Dagenais, Mr. Loy, Ms. Kuchma or Ms. Byrne ASAP if you are interested.

CO-OP PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY: There are 2 co-op placement opportunities in a laboratory setting with the "Canadian Food Inspection Agency". If you are interested in a grade 10 or grade 11 co-op placement for the 2008/2009 academic year, please see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following the announcements.

H.S. TRACK AND FIELD: Any high school students interested in joining the Track and Field team please see Mr. Whitten in Room 130 before Tuesday, April 1, to sign up for an event or events. Spaces are limited in each event!

PEER HELPERS: Grade 6 school visits are next week. Please sign up in Student Services. Also, a reminder of your grade 7 visits today.

SKI REFUNDS: Don't forget to pick up your Ski Club refund form in the main office to claim your refund for Ski Club this year. The deadline for submitting the completed form is MONDAY, MARCH 31.

PROM COMMITTEE: The meeting for this week has been cancelled. The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at lunch, in Room 135.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting TODAY at lunch.

GRADE 12’s RETURNING: Any current Grade 12 student who is interested in returning to Mother Teresa H.S. for next year (2008-2009 school year) is asked to pick up an application form in the Student Services office. The deadline to submit the completed application form is Wednesday, April 2.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

FOCUS PROGRAMS FOR 08-09: Focus Programs are packages of courses, offered at the high school level, that concentrate on a particular field of interest or training. These Focus Programs have been created by a particular High School within our Board and are open to all students within the Board. There are currently 18 Focus Programs being offered in various high schools within our Board and they span all Grade levels, 9 through 12. A description of these programs can be found in the Course Selection Booklet that students received during the subject selection process (pages 80-97).

A separate application is required if you wish to apply to a Focus Program for next year. You must make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor, who will complete the application form with you. The deadline for applying to a Focus Program for the 2008-2009 school year is Wednesday, April 2.

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

7/8 BOYS AND GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any 7/8 boy or girl interested in trying out for the Touch Football team is asked to sign up outside room 236 by the end of the day on Friday. Your name must be on the list to try-out. Try-outs will begin next week. Listen for announcements.

SKI REFUNDS: Don't forget to pick up your Ski Club refund form in the main office to claim your refund for Ski Club this year. The deadline for submitting the completed form is MONDAY, MARCH 31.

LIVE IT UP: All Live it Up members are asked to meet in the careers center TODAY at 11:45.

GRADE 11 CHEMISTRY COMPETITION INFORMATION: The following grade 11 students are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following the announcements: Joe Lee, Jake Park, Kevin Lee, Kevin Moeun, Prabhjot Sekhon, and Alice Xie.

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO BIOLOGY COMPETITION INFORMATION: The following grade 12 students are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following the announcements: Micheal Chong, Alanna Fontaine, Jae-Ho Lee, Linda Li, Eric Ho, Charuban Mohan.

PROM COMMITTEE: The meeting for this week has been cancelled. The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at lunch, in Room 135.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting will be on Friday, March 28. Pizza money has to be in by TODAY.

GRADE 12’s RETURNING: Any current Grade 12 student who is interested in returning to Mother Teresa H.S. for next year (2008-2009 school year) is asked to pick up an application form in the Student Services office. The deadline to submit the completed application form is Wednesday, April 2.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

FOCUS PROGRAMS FOR 08-09: Focus Programs are packages of courses, offered at the high school level, that concentrate on a particular field of interest or training. These Focus Programs have been created by a particular High School within our Board and are open to all students within the Board. There are currently 18 Focus Programs being offered in various high schools within our Board and they span all Grade levels, 9 through 12. A description of these programs can be found in the Course Selection Booklet that students received during the subject selection process (pages 80-97).

A separate application is required if you wish to apply to a Focus Program for next year. You must make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor, who will complete the application form with you. The deadline for applying to a Focus Program for the 2008-2009 school year is Wednesday, April 2.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: The Canadian Tulip Festival is looking for volunteers this summer. There is a variety of volunteer positions such as: backstage, international pavilion, park greeters, tulip park host, boutique, driver/delivery, concession assistant, bilingual information agent....To view the full list and pick up an application form, drop by Student Services. Please contact Damian Burns for more information and volunteer process at volunteer@tulipfestival.ca

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

TODAY is early dismissal (1:45 p.m.) for all students due to the grade 7/8 interviews. This is the schedule for the day.

High School Timetable

8:55-10:05 Homeroom and Period 1

10:10-11:05 Period 2

11:05-11:45 Lunch

11:50-12:45 Period 3

12:50-1:45 Period 4

Grade 7/8 Timetable

8:55-9:05 Homeroom

9:05-9:41 Period 1

9:43-10:29 Period 2

10:31-11:07 Period 3

11:09-11:45 Period 4

11:45-12:30 Lunch

12:30-1:06 Period 5

1:08-1:45 Period 6

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7/8 BOYS AND GIRLS TOUCH FOOTBALL: Any 7/8 boy or girl interested in trying out for the Touch Football team is asked to sign up outside room 236 by the end of the day on Friday. Your name must be on the list to try-out. Try-outs will begin next week. Listen for announcements.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: The Canadian Tulip Festival is looking for volunteers this summer. There is a variety of volunteer positions such as: backstage, international pavilion, park greeters, tulip park host, boutique, driver/delivery, concession assistant, bilingual information agent....To view the full list and pick up an application form, drop by Student Services. Please contact Damian Burns for more information and volunteer process at volunteer@tulipfestival.ca

PROM COMMITTEE: The meeting for this week has been cancelled. The next prom committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at lunch, in Room 135.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting will be on Friday, March 28. Pizza money has to be in by Thursday.

WOULD YOU LIKE $100 FROM THE GOVERNMENT? Were you 16 years or older on Dec. 31, 2007? Then you are eligible to receive $100 just by filing an income tax return. It doesn't matter whether you worked or not in 2007. Just bring your SIN and any T4's from work to Mr. Baldin's tax gurus in room 216 after school any day. We will efile your tax return while you wait.

STUDENT TRUSTEE: Any student 16 years or older, interested in running for the position of student trustee for the Ottawa Catholic School Board for the 2008/09 school year, please see Ms. Byrne in room 135 for more information.

GRADE 12’s RETURNING: Any current Grade 12 student who is interested in returning to Mother Teresa H.S. for next year (2008-2009 school year) is asked to pick up an application form in the Student Services office. The deadline to submit the completed application form is Wednesday, April 2.

PROGRAMMING CONTEST NOTICE: A reminder to the following students of a short meeting in room 212 after school TODAY about the programming contest: Ted Reeler, Kailash Subedi, Jordan Alves, Shikia Jin

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

ATTENTION GRADS: NOW is the time to order your ring for graduation. Representatives from Josten's will be here to take orders TODAY at lunch time, in the Atrium. A $40 deposit is all that's required. Catalogues are now available in the Student Services office.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Day 1 - H.S. & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

FOCUS PROGRAMS FOR 08-09: Focus Programs are packages of courses, offered at the high school level, that concentrate on a particular field of interest or training. These Focus Programs have been created by a particular High School within our Board and are open to all students within the Board. There are currently 18 Focus Programs being offered in various high schools within our Board and they span all Grade levels, 9 through 12. A description of these programs can be found in the Course Selection Booklet that students received during the subject selection process (pages 80-97).

A separate application is required if you wish to apply to a Focus Program for next year. You must make an appointment with your Guidance Counselor, who will complete the application form with you. The deadline for applying to a Focus Program for the 2008-2009 school year is Wednesday, April 2.

WHITE PINE CLUB: Meeting will be on Friday, March 28. Pizza money has to be in by Thursday.

WOULD YOU LIKE $100 FROM THE GOVERNMENT? Were you 16 years or older on Dec. 31, 2007? Then you are eligible to receive $100 just by filing an income tax return. It doesn't matter whether you worked or not in 2007. Just bring your SIN and any T4's from work to Mr. Baldin's tax gurus in room 216 after school any day. We will efile your tax return while you wait.

STUDENT TRUSTEE: Any student 16 years or older, interested in running for the position of student trustee for the Ottawa Catholic School Board for the 2008/09 school year, please see Ms. Byrne in room 135 for more information.

GRADE 12’s RETURNING: Any current Grade 12 student who is interested in returning to Mother Teresa H.S. for next year (2008-2009 school year) is asked to pick up an application form in the Student Services office. The deadline to submit the completed application form is Wednesday, April 2.

PROGRAMMING CONTEST NOTICE: A reminder to the following students of a short meeting in room 212 after school on Wednesday about the programming contest: Ted Reeler, Kailash Subedi, Jordan Alves, Shikia Jin.

CAPPIES: Any CAPPIE who cannot make the required show on Friday, March 28 at 7 pm (All Saints H.S.) must see Mrs. Simpson in Rm. 300 as soon as possible. Cancellation is not an option.

GRADUATE CAP & GOWN: Grads are reminded to go to room 130 to order their cap & gown for the June commencement ceremony. Please bring a cheque for $65.00 (made payable to Mother Teresa High School). The last day to order is April 24th.

NEW YORK TRIP: A reminder to all students attending the New York to give proof of proper identification and proof of insurance coverage to Ms.Gervais by Friday, April 4th. If a student has any questions about insurance please see Ms.Gervais ASAP.

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! Do you need volunteer hours? Are you interested in seeing the school play? 3 people per night are needed to help run the concession stand ON Thursday, Friday and Saturday for the school play. If interested, please sign up at Ms. Byrne's class, room 135 in the new wing. There will be a meeting for all those interested to confirm nights you sign up for.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADS: There are a number of new scholarships posted on our school website. Application and criteria information are listed. Go to www.mths.ca click on NEWS & DOCS, click on Grads.

ATTENTION GRADS: NOW is the time to order your ring for graduation. Representatives from Josten's will be here to take orders on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 25th & 26th at lunch time, in the Atrium. A $40 deposit is all that's required. Catalogues are now available in the Student Services office.

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURALS: Hockey Semi-Final #2 will take place TODAY and the finals will be on Wednesday.

PING PONG INTRAMURAL: Sign up continues this week. Cost is $1 and you are guaranteed 4 games. You can sign up in Room 131.

GAMES ROOM: The games room is in room 131 this year and offers Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Super Chexx Hockey, Playstation 1, Foosball and DDR. All games are $1. Join us at lunch!

BADMINTON TRYOUTS: The Jr. Team (born 1992, 1993, 1994), practice on Wednesday, March 26 at 2:30 pm and Thursday, March 27 at 3:15 pm. All interested players must attend each session.

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Day 2 - H.S. & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

7-8 BASKETBALL: There will be a practice for the 7-8 Boys Basketball team TODAY. Please try to attend as the season starts soon.

ALL MEMBERS OF THE VOCAL GROUP (new and current): Practice TONIGHT for the Easter Liturgy. Please meet in the chapel at 3:15. See Mrs. Symes in rm. 336, if you are unable to attend.

MATH CONTESTS: The final Canadian Math League (CNML) math contest takes place today during period 3. Please note the contest will take place in room 322. Students should report to their period 3 class for attendance before going to the Math contest.

LIVE IT UP: All Live it Up members are asked to meet in the careers center TODAY at 11:45.

GRADE 11 CHEMISTRY COMPETITION INFORMATION: The following grade 11 students are to see Ms. D'Angela in room #211 following announcements: Alex Lee, Jake Park, Gowthami Sampathkumar, Erdit Celo, Samantha Graitson, Kevin Lee, Hailey Lepine, Colin Miyata, Kevin Moeun, Prabhjot Sekhon, Matt Windeler and Alice Xie.

WOULD YOU LIKE $100 FROM THE GOVERNMENT? Were you 16 years or older on Dec. 31, 2007? Then you are eligible to receive $100 just by filing an income tax return. It doesn't matter whether you worked or not in 2007. Just bring your SIN and any T4's from work to Mr. Baldin's tax gurus in room 216 after school any day. We will efile your tax return while you wait.

NEW YORK TRIP: A reminder to all students attending the New York to give proof of proper identification and proof of insurance coverage to Ms.Gervais by Friday, April 4th. If a student has any questions about insurance please see Ms.Gervais ASAP.

VARSITY GIRLS HOCKEY: Could the members of the Varsity Girls Hockey team please meet at the beginning of lunch TODAY in Mr. Nearing's room to discuss T-shirt orders.

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! Do you need volunteer hours? Are you interested in seeing the school play? 3 people per night are needed to help run the concession stand ON Thursday, Friday and Saturday for the school play. If interested, please sign up at Ms. Byrne's class, room 135 in the new wing. There will be a meeting for all those interested to confirm nights you sign up for.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADS: There are a number of new scholarships posted on our school website. Application and criteria information are listed. Go to www.mths.ca click on NEWS & DOCS, click on Grads.

REACH FOR THE TOP: Round Three finishes up today with a true battle of TITAN TRIVIACS: The undefeated Hallarn-led I AM SPARTACUS takes on THRESHOLD OF PAIN in what should be real barn-burner. Buzzer activation as per usual commences at 11:50 am in Room 200.

ATTENTION GRADS: NOW is the time to order your ring for graduation. Representatives from Josten's will be here to take orders on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 25th & 26th at lunch time, in the Atrium. A $40 deposit is all that's required. Catalogues are now available in the Student Services office.

HIGH SCHOOL INTRAMURALS: Hockey Semi-Final #2 will take place on Tuesday, next week, and the finals will be on Wednesday.

PING PONG INTRAMURAL: Sign up takes place over the next two weeks. Cost is $1 and you are guaranteed 4 games. You can sign up in Room 131.

GAMES ROOM: The games room is in room 131 this year and offers Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Super Chexx Hockey, Playstation 1, Foosball and DDR. All games are $1. Join us at lunch!

BADMINTON TRYOUTS: Badminton tryouts will take place on the following days: Sr. Team (born 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991) practice TODAY at 3:15 pm. The Jr. Team (born 1992, 1993, 1994), practice on Wednesday, March 26 at 2:30 pm and Thursday, March 27 at 3:15 pm. All interested players must attend each session.

JOB FAIR AT RONA: Rona Hardware will be holding a Job Fair TODAY from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at their Hunt Club location (Hunt Club and Merivale). Individuals can come in, fill out applications and be interviewed on the spot. If you are looking for a part-time job, drop by.