Daily Announcements

Friday, September 19, 2014

Day 2 - HS & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please click on the following link to view Mother Teresa’s first digital newsletter: http://newsletter.mths.ca

**Students with overdue books and fines are asked to go to the Learning Commons after morning announcements. (MP Sept. 19)

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

IN THE LEARNING COMMONS

Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.

Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)

Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.

7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details.

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Any grade 7/8 interested in trying out for boys or girls flag rugby team is asked to sign up outside the phys ed office. The first try out will be Thursday September 18^th from 3-4.  Dress to go outside.  Questions?  See Mr. Nicoletti or Miss DePippo. (JD, CN Sept. 19)

Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cappies: Mandatory meeting for ALL Cappies applicants at lunch in Rm 138 on Friday, September 19.  Meeting will be 10 minutes long and will start promptly at 11:40 am. (JS Sept. 19)

All High School Cross Country runners are asked to pick up their permission forms for this year's meets.  Our first meet of the season is next Wednesday, Sept. 24 and your money and forms need to be turned in by this Friday. If you do not pay, you cannot participate. (MG Sept. 19)

All runners part of the High School Cross Country team have a mandatory meeting on Thursday at lunch in Room 304 regarding next Wednesday's meet.  If you cannot be there you need to see Mrs. Galbraith in person BEFORE Friday. (MG Sept. 19)

Any high school students interested in being a ref. or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme. Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 19)

The New York City trip is quickly filling up - ONLY two more weeks remain to get your 1st payment and permission form to Mr. Rowley in Room 136 to confirm your spot (Deadline: Friday, September 26th 2014). Do not miss out on this memorable High School moment! (MR Sept. 26)

Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a parent meeting Wednesday, September 24th at 7:30 in the library for all students interested in the Belize trip this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 24)

Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

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.

Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

September 30, 2014 - Part - Time, Job Fair - 5 pm to 7 pm - Walter Baker Sports Center, upper concourse at 100 Malvern Drive. Come and meet the hiring teams with your resume and qualifications. Positions include customer service representatives, sport and art instructors, lifeguards and swim instructors, preschool play leaders, youth workers, fitness instructors, personal trainers and weight room attendants.  Ottawa.ca/mrcb (KW Sept. 30)

Saturday, November 15th from 9am to 2pm - Open House - Saint Paul University.  For more information, please contact recruitment officer, Emilie Fournier, at 613-236-1393 ext 2580 or by e-mail efournier@ustpaul.ca (KW Nov. 15)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.3)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Daily Announcements

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Day 1 - HS & Day 3 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please click on the following link to view Mother Teresa’s first digital newsletter: http://newsletter.mths.ca

**Students with overdue books and fines are asked to go to the Learning Commons after morning announcements. (MP Sept. 19)

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

Choir Practice this Tuesday and Thursday in room 119 (Mr. Currie's) at lunch in preparation for next week's mass. Still looking for male voices. (SS Sept. 18)

IN THE LEARNING COMMONS

Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.

Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)

Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.

7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details.

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Any grade 7/8 interested in trying out for boys or girls flag rugby team is asked to sign up outside the phys ed office. The first try out will be Thursday September 18^th from 3-4.  Dress to go outside.  Questions?  See Mr. Nicoletti or Miss DePippo. (JD, CN Sept. 19)

Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cappies: Mandatory meeting for ALL Cappies applicants at lunch in Rm 138 on Friday, September 19.  Meeting will be 10 minutes long and will start promptly at 11:40 am. (JS Sept. 19)

All High School Cross Country runners are asked to pick up their permission forms for this year's meets.  Our first meet of the season is next Wednesday, Sept. 24 and your money and forms need to be turned in by this Friday. If you do not pay, you cannot participate. (MG Sept. 19)

All runners part of the High School Cross Country team have a mandatory meeting on Thursday at lunch in Room 304 regarding next Wednesday's meet.  If you cannot be there you need to see Mrs. Galbraith in person BEFORE Friday. (MG Sept. 19)

Any high school students interested in being a ref. or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme. Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 19)

The New York City trip is quickly filling up - ONLY two more weeks remain to get your 1st payment and permission form to Mr. Rowley in Room 136 to confirm your spot (Deadline: Friday, September 26th 2014). Do not miss out on this memorable High School moment! (MR Sept. 26)

Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a parent meeting Wednesday, September 24th at 7:30 in the library for all students interested in the Belize trip this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 24)

Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

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.

Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.3)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Daily Announcements

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Day 2 - HS & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

On Wednesday, iOS 8.0 the new operating system for the iPad is coming out.

Upgrading during school is not a great idea, since many people downloading an almost 1Gig file all at once will slow the network down and take a long, long time for the upgrade to happen.

Please wait until school ends. Also you might want to ensure you actually have enough free space to download it. The new version will take almost 1 Gig of free space to download. Once loaded, you get the space back.

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

· Choir Practice this Tuesday and Thursday in room 119 (Mr. Currie's) at lunch in preparation for next week's mass. Still looking for male voices. (SS Sept. 18)

In The Learning Commons

Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.

• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Any grade 7/8 interested in trying out for boys or girls flag rugby team is asked to sign up outside the phys ed office. The first try out will be Thursday September 18^th from 3-4.  Dress to go outside.  Questions?  See Mr. Nicoletti or Miss DePippo. (JD, CN Sept. 19)

· Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

· All High School Cross Country runners are asked to pick up their permission forms for this year's meets.  Our first meet of the season is next Wednesday, Sept. 24 and your money and forms need to be turned in by this Friday. If you do not pay, you cannot participate. (MG Sept. 19)

· All runners part of the High School Cross Country team have a mandatory meeting on Thursday at lunch in Room 304 regarding next Wednesday's meet.  If you cannot be there you need to see Mrs. Galbraith in person BEFORE Friday. (MG Sept. 19)

· Any high school students interested in being a ref. or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme. Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 19)

· The New York City trip is quickly filling up - ONLY two more weeks remain to get your 1st payment and permission form to Mr. Rowley in Room 136 to confirm your spot (Deadline: Friday, September 26th 2014). Do not miss out on this memorable High School moment! (MR Sept. 26)

· Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a parent meeting Wednesday, September 24th at 7:30 in the library for all students interested in the Belize trip this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 24)

• Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

· CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

· There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

· All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

· M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

• Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

• Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

• Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

• Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.3)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa

Daily Announcements

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Day 2 - HS & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

On Wednesday, iOS 8.0 the new operating system for the iPad is coming out.

Upgrading during school is not a great idea, since many people downloading an almost 1Gig file all at once will slow the network down and take a long, long time for the upgrade to happen.

Please wait until school ends. Also you might want to ensure you actually have enough free space to download it. The new version will take almost 1 Gig of free space to download. Once loaded, you get the space back.

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

In The Learning Commons

Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.

• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Any grade 7/8 interested in trying out for boys or girls flag rugby team is asked to sign up outside the phys ed office. The first try out will be Thursday September 18^th from 3-4.  Dress to go outside.  Questions?  See Mr. Nicoletti or Miss DePippo. (JD, CN Sept. 19)

· Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

· Any high school students interested in being a ref. or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme. Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 19)

· The New York City trip is quickly filling up - ONLY two more weeks remain to get your 1st payment and permission form to Mr. Rowley in Room 136 to confirm your spot (Deadline: Friday, September 26th 2014). Do not miss out on this memorable High School moment! (MR Sept. 26)

· Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a parent meeting Wednesday, September 24th at 7:30 in the library for all students interested in the Belize trip this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 24)

• Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

· CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

· There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

· All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

· M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

• Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

• Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

• Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

• Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.30)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Daily Announcements

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Day 2 - HS & Day 2 - Gr. 7 & 8

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

In The Learning Commons

Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.

• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Any grade 7/8 interested in trying out for boys or girls flag rugby team is asked to sign up outside the phys ed office. The first try out will be Thursday September 18^th from 3-4.  Dress to go outside.  Questions?  See Mr. Nicoletti or Miss DePippo. (JD, CN Sept. 19)

· Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

· Any high school students interested in being a ref. or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme. Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 19)

· The New York City trip is quickly filling up - ONLY two more weeks remain to get your 1st payment and permission form to Mr. Rowley in Room 136 to confirm your spot (Deadline: Friday, September 26th 2014). Do not miss out on this memorable High School moment! (MR Sept. 26)

· Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a parent meeting Wednesday, September 24th at 7:30 in the library for all students interested in the Belize trip this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 24)

• Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

· CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

· There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

· All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

· M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

• Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

• Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

• Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

• Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.30)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Day 1 - HS & Day 1 - Gr. 7 & 8

Life is an opportunity, benefit from it…

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

· Choir Practice this Tuesday and Thursday in room 119 (Mr. Currie's) at lunch in preparation for next week's mass. Still looking for male voices. (SS Sept. 16)

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

In The Learning Commons Information

• Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.
• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

· Any Grade 7 or 8 students wishing to join the Mother Teresa Senior or Junior Concert bands, there will be a meeting in room 120 this Friday, September 19 at the beginning of lunch. (IC Sept. 19)

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Love is Louder (Formally known as Anti-Bullying) There will be a first meeting at lunch for those interested in participating on Monday September 22nd in room 315.  Bring your lunch and some ideas for our activity week in November. (PC Sept. 22)

· CIBC run for the cure: On October 5th, the City is hosting the CIBC run for the cure.  If you are interested in completing some volunteer hours or making an MT running team, come in and talk with Mr. Côté in room 315 Wednesday September 17th at lunch. (PC Oct. 17)

· Members and prospective members of Mr. Linke's vocal ensemble are asked to meet in room 119 at 11:40 today, September 16th. All cast members of this year's production of Alice in Wonderland are asked to meet on stage Wednesday, September 17th  at 3:00 pm. (RL Sept. 16)

· There will be a Senior boys volleyball tryout/practice 7:15 am Friday, September 19^th in wood floor gym. (MC Sept. 19)

· All grade 11 and 12 students interested in preparing for the University of Toronto biology competition in the spring, please come see Ms. Soprovich in room 202 at lunch on Friday. Bring your lunch (video presentation about medicine: pain, pus & poison) (SS Sept. 19)

· Please submit your Cappie's forms by Tuesday after school. Drop them off in rm 138. (JS Sept. 16)

· M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

· Milk Bags for Haiti and other countries' club will start up again the week of September 15th, on Wednesdays and Thursdays during high school lunch.  Come spend a half hour with friends or meet new friends in a fun and relaxing atmosphere all the while knowing that you are contributing to a great cause and getting community service hours at the same time!  See you soon.  Any inquiries can be directed to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (KW Sept.15)

• Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

• Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014. Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

• Are you excited to have the best Prom ever this year???? Do you have amazing ideas for how it should be put together? Join our Prom Committee and help us create a prom that everyone will want to go to. First meeting will be this Friday, September 19^th at lunch in Rm.. 314 or contact Mrs. Monette or Mme. Laconi. (JM Sept. 19)

• Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.30)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Monday, September 15, 2014

Day 2 - HS & Day 5 - Gr. 7 & 8

Life is an opportunity, benefit from it…

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!! Your participation can make a difference!!!!

Mental Health Presentation
Dr. Ian Manion, the Executive Director for the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health, will talk about the vital role the family plays in the care and recovery of an individual with mental illness.This Information Session is free and does not require preregistration.Refreshments will be served at the end of the evening. Monday, September 15, 2014, 7 to 9 pm Glen Cairn United Church 140 AbbeyhillDrive, Kanata. (JH Sept. 15)

In The Learning Commons Information

• Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.
• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Any boys interested in playing on the Sr. Boys Volleyball Team are asked to come to an important meeting at lunch today in the Careers Center of Student Services. (MC Sept. 15)

· Please submit your Cappie's forms by Tuesday after school. Drop them off in rm 138. (JS Sept. 16)

· Any high school students interested in being a ref or keeping score during grade 7-8 volleyball home games are asked to please come and see Mme Beraldin in room 332 during H-S lunch. (JB Sept. 15)

· M.T. ANNUAL SKI TRIP:  All High School students interested in going to Smuggler's Notch in Vermont for this year's M.T. ski trip in February, please come to an information meeting on Thursday, Sept 18 in room 103. (LB Sept. 18)

• If you are a high school student and are interested in furthering and improving your vocal music abilities, Mr. Linke will be continuing last year's vocal program on an extra-curricular basis starting in the third week of September.  The goal will be to build your skill level, perform at school functions and prepare you to perform on a competitive level at local festivals. Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday mornings starting on September 16th.  Sign up on the stage door. This year's drama production will be Alice in Wonderland.  Auditions will start next week and there will be an information session this Friday at the beginning of senior lunch on the stage.  Audition sign-ups will be on the stage door starting Thursday, September 4th. (RL Sept. 16)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

Milk Bags for Haiti and other countries' club will start up again the week of September 15th, on Wednesdays and Thursdays during high school lunch.  Come spend a half hour with friends or meet new friends in a fun and relaxing atmosphere all the while knowing that you are contributing to a great cause and getting community service hours at the same time!  See you soon.  Any inquiries can be directed to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (KW Sept.15)

Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre. Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014.

Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

Grade 12 Students and parents: Please sign up for REMIND - one way text reminders of important information shared by the Student Services department. It is free, no spam texts. Text 705-230-0217  enter the message @mtgrad2015 (JH Sept.30)

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa

Friday, September 12, 2014

Day 1 - HS & Day 4 - Gr. 7 & 8

Life is an opportunity, benefit from it…

WHOLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

MOTHER TERESA SCHOOL COUNCIL is FOR ALL PARENTS

The first School Council meeting of the 2014/2015 school year will be held on Monday, September 22nd at

7 p.m. in the school Learning Commons located on the 2nd floor. Although there is a School Council Executive that is elected each year, parents do not have to hold an official position on School Council to attend the meetings. All parents are encouraged to attend the school council meetings to benefit from the many discussions held and to actively participate in these discussions. To view minutes from previous meetings, go to www.mths.ca/catholicschoolcouncil. Feel free to invite new parents, friends and neighbours to the September 22nd meeting. ALL PARENTS ARE WELCOME!!!!!

Your participation can make a difference!!!!

· Choir Practice - Friday Sept 12 in room 119 (Mr. Currie) at high school lunch. Bring lunch, folders and water bottles. We need sopranos and male voices. (SS Sept. 12)

· Belize Trip 2015!  Attention all MT Adventurers!  There is a meeting today at the beginning of lunch in room 208 (Friday, September 12th) for any students interested in a Belize trip with St. Peter High School this coming April 11-18th.  If you would enjoy exploring rainforests, unique cave and river system, snorkelling along a spectacular coral reef, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding, this trip is for you!  Please see Mrs. Ragaisis if you have any questions. (SR Sept. 12)

Mental Health Presentation
Dr. Ian Manion, the Executive Director for the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health, will talk about the vital role the family plays in the care and recovery of an individual with mental illness.This Information Session is free and does not require preregistration.Refreshments will be served at the end of the evening. Monday, September 15, 2014, 7 to 9 pm Glen Cairn United Church 140 AbbeyhillDrive, Kanata. (JH Sept. 15)

· MT Mascot:  Any students interested in wearing the MT Mascot throughout the school year are asked to come to a meeting in room 311 at lunch on Friday. (EB Sept. 12)

In The Learning Commons Information

• Looking for help accessing your student accounts?  Drop by the Learning Commons for assistance.  We can help you get to where you need to be as well as help you get your password reset so you can access that information yourself.
• Grade 7/8 Students are invited to stop by before school in the morning to pick up a Learning Commons Pass.  On Monday /Wednesday / Friday, grade 8 students are welcome to come after eating in the cafeteria on your lunch time.  On Tuesday / Thursday / Friday, grade 7 students are welcome.  Come see what the Learning Commons has to offer!  (No passes required before or after school)
• Visit http://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/OCSB today to register for your FREE Virtual Library Card from the Ottawa Public Library.
• 7/8 Lunch Clubs will start in October.  Watch the announcements for further details..

7/8 ANNOUNCEMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

· Try-outs for the Junior Girls' Basketball team will be Tuesday and Friday after school.  Please see Ms. Hadwen or Mrs. Rose for questions.(MR Sept. 12)

• If you are a high school student and are interested in furthering and improving your vocal music abilities, Mr. Linke will be continuing last year's vocal program on an extra-curricular basis starting in the third week of September.  The goal will be to build your skill level, perform at school functions and prepare you to perform on a competitive level at local festivals. Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday mornings starting on September 16th.  Sign up on the stage door. This year's drama production will be Alice in Wonderland.  Auditions will start next week and there will be an information session this Friday at the beginning of senior lunch on the stage.  Audition sign-ups will be on the stage door starting Thursday, September 4th. (RL Sept. 16)

· HS Cross Country practices begin next week. Sign-ups are still taking place all next week. Please show up to a practice in order to sign up. Students need to make 3 practices per week. There are options: Mon.-Thurs. mornings: 7:30am Meet in AtriumMon./Wed.: Mrs. Hussey Tues./Thurs.: Mrs. Earle Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons: 3:00pm Meet Mrs. Galbraith in Atrium. (MG Sept. 12)

· There is an important meeting for all High School Cross Country runners on Friday September 12 at lunch in Room 304 to pick up Permission Forms for this year's meets. (MG Sept. 12)

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.

• Driver Education Forms are available in Student Services.  Registration period is until October 15th.

Sign up quickly as class sizes are limited. (KW Oct. 15)

We are in need of milk bags for our Milk Bags for Haiti and other countries' club.

Please drop off clean and dry milk bags to Student Services between 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday during the month of September only.  We will put out another announcement when we will require more bags. Thank you.

Milk Bags for Haiti and other countries' club will start up again the week of September 15th, on Wednesdays and Thursdays during high school lunch.  Come spend a half hour with friends or meet new friends in a fun and relaxing atmosphere all the while knowing that you are contributing to a great cause and getting community service hours at the same time!  See you soon.  Any inquiries can be directed to Mrs. Watkinson in Student Services. (KW Sept.15)

Study and Go Abroad Fair - Thursday, October 2nd at the Ottawa Convention Centre.

Expo from 2pm to 6pm and seminars start at 1pm.  Visit www.studyandgoabroad.com

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board - Night School - Fall 2014.

Come pick up your registration form from Student Services, complete it, have a parent/guardian sign it, have your counsellor sign it. Then register: Registration is from now until Friday, September 12th during the day at Continuing Education, 440 Albert Streeet, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.  Evening registration is at the school offering your course choice (either Adult HS or Merivale HS) on Tuesday, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm and Wednesday, September 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Patricks Church is looking for volunteers for their annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Looking for servers. Contact is Helen Bergeron, email is helen.bergeron@sympatico.ca.  (KW Sept. 28)

GRADE 12’s / GRADS

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

College and University visits - September and October 2014

September 22:  University of New Brunswick, here at 2:50pm.  Location TBD

September 30:   UOIT at 11:25 am in the atrium

October 1:    Ottawa University, 1:30 pm, location TBD

October 7:    St. Lawrence College visit at 11:25 am in the atrium.

October 8:    Carleton University visit from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 131

October 14:  Trent University, 1:15pm, location TBD

October 15:  Cape Breton University, 11:30 am in the atrium

October 23:  Algonquin College, 1:45pm, location TBD

October 29:  Queen University, 9:00 - 10:00, location TBD

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

Mother Teresa