Tuesday, June 13, 2006

Day 2

Mother Teresa 7/8 Drama Production: Tickets for "The Worst High School Play in the World" TONIGHT and Wednesday, June 14th at 7 pm will be on sale at the door on the nights of the play. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults.

Study Skills Seminar: Are you interested in taking a free 2 hour session on Study Skills at Grade A Expectations? We have three free seminars available for students in Grades 9 to 11. If you are interested, come to Student Services and drop your name in our ballot box and be eligible for the draw which will take place at noon this Wednesday, June 14th. These sessions are valued at $75.00. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your academic potential. Remember high school exams are coming soon!

Ottawa Youth Commission: Child and Youth Friendly Ottawa in conjunction with Ottawa City Hall created the Ottawa Youth Commission last month. The role of the group is to act as a medium to raise the voice of youth in city hall. The council is looking to expand and is recruiting seven ambitious, committed members interested in youth empowerment and local politics. If you are interested in learning more about joining the Commission, send an e-mail to samara.ahmed@cayfo.ca with your name and contact information.

Interested in Politics: The Stephane Dion Liberal Leadership Campaign is looking for volunteers to work in the National Campaign headquarters, located in Ottawa, over the summer months and possibly beyond. They are looking for volunteers who would be willing to give at least 5 hours per week, during at least 10 weeks this summer. If interested please send an e-mail to DanielL@stephanedion.ca

Notice to Grads: Tickets for the Graduation Ceremony, to be held on Wednesday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m., can now be picked up in the Student Services office. Grads must pick up their own tickets, including any extras they have requested. A signature is required.

Monday, June 12, 2006

Day 1

Grade 7 & 8 Girls Softball: Try-outs for the 7/8 Girls Softball team: Tuesday June 13th only---3:10 sharp....meet in the Atrium----bring/borrow a glove.............bring a bat and ball if you have one. Coach: Mr. Bouchard

Mother Teresa 7/8 Drama Production: Tickets for "The Worst High School Play in the World" on Tuesday, June 13th and Wednesday, June 14th at 7 pm will be on sale at the door on the nights of the play. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults.

Study Skills Seminar: Are you interested in taking a free 2 hour session on Study Skills at Grade A Expectations? We have three free seminars available for students in Grades 9 to 11. If you are interested, come to Student Services and drop your name in our ballot box and be eligible for the draw which will take place at noon this Wednesday, June 14th. These sessions are valued at $75.00. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your academic potential. Remember high school exams are coming soon!

Notice to Grads: Tickets for the Graduation Ceremony, to be held on Wednesday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m., can now be picked up in the Student Services office. Grads must pick up their own tickets, including any extras they have requested. A signature is required.

Leadership Camp: Would the students that signed up to be student leaders for Leadership Camp, please come to room 212 TODAY at lunch: Alexandra Kerrigan, Allison Gabel, Brittany Dawson, Sara Smojic, Jessie Morrison, Kate Schroeder, Brendan Schell, Giancario Cerquozzi, Jesse Hayes, Jordan Dale, Dave McMurchy

High School Student Umpire: for Grade 7/8 Girls Softball tournament on Monday, June 19th and--boys Tuesday, June 20th. ***Community service hours will be honoured. See Ms. McKenna (girls coach) and Mr. Quinn (boys coach) ASAP

Summer Employment: Looking for responsible babysitter. 2 children (ages 8 and 5) 4-5 days per week. Ideal candidate will have a babysitting certificate, some first aid training, babysitting experience and references. Please call 823-3738 (leave a message)

High School Athletes: The annual Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony will be held here at Mother Teresa TONIGHT at 6:30 pm.

Friday, June 9, 2006

Day 1

Bright Math Camp for Grade 7 & 8's: Now in its 15th summer in Ottawa, the Bright Math Camp represents a unique out-of-school learning opportunity for youth with a drive to explore, to question, to reason, and to discuss a range of sound mathematical topics. If you are in grade 7 or 8 see Mrs. Brady for registrations details. The camp is at Carleton University July 24-28, 2006.

Grade 7 & 8 Girls Softball: Try-outs for the 7/8 Girls Softball team: Tuesday June 13th only---3:10 sharp....meet in the Atrium----bring/borrow a glove.............bring a bat and ball if you have one. Coach: Mr. Bouchard

Mother Teresa 7/8 Drama Production: Tickets for "The Worst High School Play in the World" on June 13 and 14th at 7 pm will be on sale TODAY from 8:30 - 8:45 a.m. on the third floor. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets will also be sold at the door the nights of the play.

Library News: Reminder to students that library books are due TODAY.

High School Intramurals: In High school Intramurals TODAY, Tee-Tees takes on Whip Creams and Simores play Unsexy Squad. Score keepers are Faith and Christina.

High School Student Umpire: for Grade 7/8 Girls Softball tournament on Monday, June 19th and--boys Tuesday, June 20th. ***Community service hours will be honoured. See Ms. McKenna (girls coach) and Mr. Quinn (boys coach) ASAP.

Summer Employment: Looking for responsible babysitter. 2 children (ages 8 and 5) 4-5 days per week. Ideal candidate will have a babysitting certificate, some first aid training, babysitting experience and references. Please call 823-3738 (leave a message)

Driver's Ed Program: More registrations are required for the Drivers Ed. program to run this summer. If interested, please pick up application form in Student Services.

Reach for the Top Student-Teacher Showdown: Don't forget to come to the Library TODAY at 11:45 a.m. to watch part two of the annual teacher vs student Reach For The Top battle. TODAY Hallarn's Hooligans plays against a student Reach All-Star squad.

High School Athletes: The annual Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony will be held here at Mother Teresa on Monday, June 12 at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the Tuck Shop during lunch TODAY. Tickets will be withheld from athletes with outstanding fees and/or uniforms.

Notice to Grads: All requests for extra tickets (above and beyond the three that every grad will receive) for the Grad Ceremony on June 28th must be submitted to Student Services by TODAY.

Thursday, June 8, 2006

Day 1

Bright Math Camp for Grade 7 & 8's: Now in its 15th summer in Ottawa, the Bright Math Camp represents a unique out-of-school learning opportunity for youth with a drive to explore, to question, to reason, and to discuss a range of sound mathematical topics. If you are in grade 7 or 8 see Mrs. Brady for registrations details. The camp is at Carleton University July 24-28, 2006.

Grade 7 & 8 Girls Softball: Try-outs for the 7/8 Girls Softball team will take place on Tuesday, June 13th only, at 3:10 sharp ... meet in the Atrium .....bring or borrow a glove ..... bring a bat and ball if you have one. Practices for tournament are Wednesday June 14th and Thursday June 15th. Coach: Ms. McKenna

Mother Teresa 7/8 Drama Production: Tickets for "The Worst High School Play in the World" on June 13 and 14th at 7 pm will be on sale this week from 8:30 - 8:45 a.m. on the third floor. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets will also be sold at the door the nights of the play.

Library News: Reminder to students that library books are due by Friday, June 9th.

Volunteer Hours: All high school students interested in earning volunteer hours by helping out as ushers or at the canteen for the Grade 7 and 8 play are asked to see Mme Laconi TODAY in room 306.

Driver's Ed Program: More registrations are required for the Drivers Ed. program to run this summer. If interested, please pick up application form in Student Services.

Reach for the Top Student-Teacher Showdown: Don't forget to come to the Library TODAY at 11:45 a.m. to watch the annual teacher vs student Reach For The Top battle. TODAY the student champs "Alphas Beta Carrots" take on Miller's Merry Pranksters. Part II involves Hallarn's Hooligans vs. a Student Reach All-Star Squad on Friday, June 9, same time and same place.

Sports Pictures Needed: Any pictures of sports teams are needed this week - Friday is the deadline to get represented at the Athletic Banquet next week. Pictures can be put on a CD and given to Mr.Prigent. We are still looking for Boys and Girls soccer teams.

High School Athletes: The annual Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony will be held here at Mother Teresa on Monday, June 12 at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the Tuck Shop during lunch today and tomorrow. Tickets will be withheld from athletes with outstanding fees and/or uniforms.

High School Intramurals: In High school Intramurals TODAY, Power Puff Girls takes on Golddiggers and Funky Monkeys play Sexy Squad. Scorekeepers are Robyn and Kristina.

Notice to Grads: All requests for extra tickets for the Grad Ceremony on June 28th must be submitted to Student Services by tomorrow.

Leadership Camp: Would the students that signed up to be student leaders for Leadership Camp please come to room 212 TODAY at lunch: Alexandra Kerrigan, Allison Gabel, Brittany Dawson, Sara Smojic, Jessie Morrison, Kate Schroder, Brendan Schell, Giancarlo Cerauozzi, Jesse Hayes, Jordan Dale, Dave McMurchy.

Senior Cheerleading: There will be a wrap up meeting for the senior cheerleading team TODAY at 11:45 am in the Library seminar room. We will watch the videos from Provincials, plan for next year, and distribute sweatshirts. Please bring your lunch and come up to the Library seminar room as quickly as possible.

Live It: There will be a Pizza Luncheon, TODAY IN ROOM 110, for Live It members who helped out this year. We want to thank all members who made the DDR Day, Open House and Carnival Activities a success. See you there!

Lacrosse Players: Lacrosse players who would like to order a team jacket are asked to meet TODAY at lunch in room 104.

Return to Vimy 2007: The on-line registration process has begun for the Return to Vimy Birth of a Nation Tour. If you are interested in joining Mother Teresa students on the tour that takes you through historic France, Belgium and Holland please see Mrs. Brady a.s.a.p. Our school has until June 16 to fill our spots for this trip or students from other schools on waiting lists will fill them. Do not be disappointed. Be a part of Canadian history.

Wednesday, June 7, 2006

Day 2

Mother Teresa 7/8 Drama Production: Tickets for "The Worst High School Play in the World" on June 13 and 14th at 7 pm will be on sale this week from 8:30 - 8:45 a.m. on the third floor. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets will also be sold at the door the nights of the play.

Library News: Reminder to students that library books are due by Friday, June 9th.

Sports Pictures Needed: Any pictures of sports teams are needed this week - Friday is the deadline to get represented at the Athletic Banquet next week. Pictures can be put on a CD and given to Mr.Prigent. We are still looking for Boys and Girls soccer teams.

High School Athletes: The annual Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony will be held here at Mother Teresa on Monday, June 12 at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the Tuck Shop during lunch from Wednesday to Friday this week. Tickets will be withheld from athletes with outstanding fees and/or uniforms.

High School Intramurals: In High school Intramurals TODAY, Unsexy squad takes on Tee-Tees and Whip Creams play Cheerleaders. Score keepers are Faith and Jesse.

Notice to Grads: All requests for extra tickets for the Grad Ceremony on June 28th must be submitted to Student Services by this Friday, June 9th. A reminder that each grad will automatically receive three tickets to the ceremony for family and friends. The disbursement of extra tickets will be based on the total number requested and on our seating capacity at Mother Teresa.

Leadership Camp: Would the students that signed up to be student leaders for Leadership Camp please come to room 212 Thursday at lunch:

Alexandra Kerrigan
Allison Gabel
Brittany Dawson
Sara Smojic
Jessie Morrison
Kate Schroder
Brendan Schell
Giancario Cerauozzi
Jesse Hayes
Jordan Dale
Dave McMurchy

Reach for the Top Student-Teacher Showdown: The fourth annual instructor/pupil battle of wits will commence on Thursday, June 8 with In-School Reach Champs "Alphas Beta Carrots" taking on Miller's Merry Pranksters. Part II involves Hallarn's Hooligans vs. a Student Reach All-Star Squad on Friday, June 9. (Expect to see Baz carrying golf sticks). A two day total of points will determine who will get the Heavy Metal Thunder trophy (indicating teacher or student mastery). Both historic matches will take place in the LIBRARY (Ann Scott's Lion's Den) during Senior Lunch. The cameras will roll from 11:45 to 12: 20. Spectators and hecklers are always welcome.

Outdoor Club: Any outdoor club member interested in going to a screening of "An Inconvienient Truth" (a documentary on global warming) at the Bytowne Cinema on Wed. June 14 @ 4:45 are asked to come to room 103 TODAY @ 11:45 a.m..

Senior Cheerleading: There will be a wrap up meeting for the senior cheerleading team on Thursday, June 8 at 11:45 am in the Library seminar room. We will watch the videos from Provincials, plan for next year, and distribute sweatshirts. Please bring your lunch and come up to the Library seminar room as quickly as possible.

Marine Biology Trip: There will be a meeting for all students interested in the Sept. 2006 Marine Biology trip (connected to the SBI4U course) TODAY in room 322 at lunch.

Live It: There will be a Pizza Luncheon for Live It members who helped out this year in room 110 on Thursday, June 8th . We want to thank all members who made the DDR Day, Open House and Carnival Activities a success. See you there!

Track and Field: There will an end of year team appreciation breakfast for all High School Track and Field Athletes on Thursday, June 8th in Room 110 at 8:00 a.m. Please bring your singlets and an appetite.

Lacrosse Players: There will be a meeting TODAY at lunch in room 104 for all lacrosse players who would like to order a team jacket.

Return to Vimy 2007: The on-line registration process has begun for the Return to Vimy Birth of a Nation Tour. If you are interested in joining Mother Teresa students on the tour that takes you through historic France, Belgium and Holland please see Mrs. Brady a.s.a.p. Our school has until June 16 to fill our spots for this trip or students from other schools on waiting lists will fill them. Do not be disappointed. Be a part of Canadian history.

Did You Know: Did you know that AIDS has killed more than 25 million people since it was discovered on June 18, 1981? Here is your chance to come out and fight against AIDS. Emy Zawalski and Shelby McEachern are holding a 50/50 draw TODAY and Thursday, June 8th at both senior and junior lunches. Tickets are only $1.00 or 3 for $2.00. You can also take the questionnaire to see how much you know about AIDS and as well pick up a brochure to learn more about the disease that is taking more than 5 million innocent lives each year. Come out and support Interagency Coalition and half the money goes to ICAD and half of the money goes to the winner. See you there!

Tuesday, June 6, 2006

Day 1

Sports Pictures Needed: Any Pictures of Sports Teams are needed this week - Friday is the deadline to get represented at the Athletic Banquet next week. Pictures can be put on a CD and given to Mr.Prigent. We are still looking for Boys and Girls soccer teams.

Reach for the Top Student-Teacher Showdown: The fourth annual instructor/pupil battle of wits will commence on Thursday, June 8 with In-School Reach Champs "Alphas Beta Carrots" taking on Miller's Merry Pranksters. Part II involves Hallarn's Hooligans vs. a Student Reach All-Star Squad on Friday, June 9. (Expect to see Baz carrying golf sticks). A two day total of points will determine who will get the Heavy Metal Thunder trophy (indicating teacher or student mastery). Both historic matches will take place in the LIBRARY (Ann Scott's Lion's Den) during Senior Lunch. The cameras will roll from 11:45 to 12: 20. Spectators and hecklers are always welcome.

Outdoor Club: Any outdoor club member interested in going to a screening of "An Inconvienient Truth" (a documentary on global warming) at the Bytowne Cinema on Wed. June 14 @ 4:45 are asked to come to room 103 on Wed. June 7th @ 11:45 a.m.

Senior Cheerleading: There will be a wrap up meeting for the senior cheerleading team on Thursday, June 8 at 11:45 am in the Library seminar room. We will watch the videos from Provincials, plan for next year, and distribute sweatshirts. Please bring your lunch and come up to the Library seminar room as quickly as possible.

Marine Biology Trip: There will be a meeting for all students interested in the Sept. 2006 Marine Biology trip (connected to the SBI4U course) on Wednesday, June 7th in room 322 at lunch.

Live It: There will be a Pizza Luncheon for Live It members who helped out this year in room 110 on Thursday, June 8th . We want to thank all members who made the DDR Day, Open House and Carnival Activities a success. See you there!

Track and Field: There will an end of year team appreciation breakfast for all High School Track and Field Athletes on Thursday, June 8th in Room 110 at 8:00 a.m. Please bring your singlets and an appetite.

High School Intramurals: In High school Intramurals today, Sexy squad takes on Power Puff Girls and Golddiggers play Derek is Hot. Scorekeepers are Christina, Robyn and Kristina.

Lacrosse Players: There will be a meeting TODAY at lunch in room 104 for all lacrosse players who would like to order a team jacket.

Return to Vimy 2007: The on-line registration process has begun for the Return to Vimy Birth of a Nation Tour. If you are interested in joining Mother Teresa students on the tour that takes you through historic France, Belgium and Holland please see Mrs. Brady a.s.a.p. Our school has until June 16 to fill our spots for this trip or students from other schools on waiting lists will fill them. Do not be disappointed. Be a part of Canadian history.

Did You Know: Did you know that AIDS has killed more than 25 million people since it was discovered on June 18, 1981? Here is your chance to come out and fight against AIDS. Emy Zawalski and Shelby McEachern are holding a 50/50 draw on Wednesday, June 7th and Thursday, June 8th at both senior and junior lunches. Tickets are only $1.00 or 3 for $2.00. You can also take the questionnaire to see how much you know about AIDS and as well pick up a brochure to learn more about the disease that is taking more than 5 million innocent lives each year. Come out and support Interagency Coalition and half the money goes to ICAD and half of the money goes to the winner. See you there!

Monday, June 5, 2006

Day 2

Grade 6 Visit: The Grade 6 classes from Msr. Paul Baxter school will be visiting Mother Teresa H.S. today from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Please give them a warm welcome to their future school!

All Grade 7 Girls: If you are interested in next years cheerleading team, now is the time to attend our Open Practice TODAY at 3:15 in Gym C-D. Learn new skills, have fun, all are welcome!!!! Show your TITAN spirit.

Notice to Grads: All requests for extra tickets for the Grad Ceremony on June 28th must be submitted to Student Services by this Friday, June 9th. A reminder that each grad will automatically receive three tickets to the ceremony for family and friends. The disbursement of extra tickets will be based on the total number requested and on our seating capacity at Mother Teresa.

Return to Vimy 2007: The on-line registration process has begun for the Return to Vimy Birth of a Nation Tour. If you are interested in joining Mother Teresa students on the tour that takes you through historic France, Belgium and Holland please see Mrs. Brady a.s.a.p. Our school has until June 16 to fill our spots for this trip or students from other schools on waiting lists will fill them. Do not be disappointed. Be a part of Canadian history.

Did You Know: Did you know that AIDS has killed more than 25 million people since it was discovered on June 18, 1981? Here is your chance to come out and fight against AIDS. Emy Zawalski and Shelby McEachern are holding a 50/50 draw on Wednesday, June 7th and Thursday, June 8th at both senior and junior lunches. Tickets are only $1.00 or 3 for $2.00. You can also take the questionnaire to see how much you know about AIDS and as well pick up a brochure to learn more about the disease that is taking more than 5 million innocent lives each year. Come out and support Interagency Coalition and half the money goes to ICAD and half of the money goes to the winner. See you there!

Looking for volunteer hours: Please see Mrs. Belloni in room 302.

Volunteer Hours: Looking for hard working boys to do yard work throughout the summer for a senior citizen in our community (Stoneway Drive). More information is available at Student Services.

High School Athletes: This year's Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 12th at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be distributed to athletes between Wednesday and Friday this week. Any athletes with outstanding Athletic Fees ($30) and/or Team uniforms must return these to their Coach or Mr. Liska immediately. Athletic banquet tickets and yearbooks will be withheld from those with outstanding items.

Friday, June 2, 2006

Day 1

All Grade 7 Girls: If you are interested in next years cheerleading team, now is the time to attend our Open Practice on Monday, June 5th at 3:15 in Gym C-D. Learn new skills, have fun, all are welcome!!!! Show your TITAN spirit.

Grade 7 & 8 Enrichment: Let's Talk Science: Grade 7 and 8 students interested in an enrichment activity Tuesday, June 13 please see Mrs. Brady or Mrs. McLaughlin in room 322 this week. We have 24 spots for budding ecologists. Come and explore the Jock River and its unique ecosystem for a fascinating look at nature up close.

You're Invited: Prayer in the Chapel during high school lunch TODAY.

Social Justice: Those interested in Social Justice are asked to come to the art room at lunch TODAY.

Volunteer Hours: Looking for hard working boys to do yard work throughout the summer for a senior citizen in our community (Stoneway Drive). More information is available at Student Services.

Marine Biology Trip: Students registered in SBI4U (Gr. 12 Biology) next year have the opportunity to participate in a marine biology trip to St. Andrew N.B. in September. Please speak to Mrs. McLaughlin today in room 322 if you are interested in the trip.

High School Intramurals: High School Intramural Volleyball begins TODAY with Derek is Hot taking on Sexy Squad and Funky Monkeys play Power Puff Girls. Scoring are Christina, Robyn and Kristina. Check the board outside the gym for the full schedule. Captains need to be at the gym by 11:45 to help set up. Games start at 11:50.

CHEO Telethon: Students who signed up to participate in the CHEO Telethon are asked to come to a brief meeting TODAY at 12:00 noon in room 302. If you can't attend, please meet Mrs. Belloni at the Nortel Networks Buildings (on Moodie Dr.) at 9:00 am sharp on Sunday, June 4.

High School Athletes: This year's Athletic Banquet and Awards ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 12th at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be distributed to athletes between Wednesday and Friday of next week. Any athletes with outstanding Athletic Fees ($30) and/or Team uniforms must return these to their Coach or Mr. Liska immediately. Athletic banquet tickets and yearbooks will be withheld from those with outstanding items.

Peer Helpers: Monsignor Paul Baxter grade 6's will be visiting next Monday, June 5. You will be needed from 10:15 to 11:15. Once again 8 groups are needed. Please sign up outside Mr. Hallarn's door in Student Services.

Library Notice: All the library books are expected to be returned to the library and all fines are to be paid as soon as possible. There will be no book circulation after June 6th.