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ANNOUNCEMENTS:   October 10, 2024 - Thursday


This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Mental illness can affect a person’s thinking, mood, or behavior. Self-care is the most important step. Take time to take care of yourself. There are many ways to start self-care- Take a walk, talk to friends, do a puzzle, eat healthy, or watch a movie. If you or a loved one need support, don’t hesitate to ask for help. There are resources available here at the school. This week, Let’s focus on working together to create a culture of understanding and acceptance.
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There is NO cross country practice today or Friday. The team will practice again on Tuesday next week. Enjoy your long weekend!
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October 11 marks National Coming Out Day – which is an annual 2SLGBTQI awareness day observed on October 11, to support anyone “coming out of the closet” – living their life as a member of the 2SLGBTQI community. With anti-2SLGBTQI hate at an all-time high in Canada, many queer and trans youth may not feel safe to be their authentic self. Together, we can help 2SLGBTQI youth feel supported and accepted for who they are, regardless of whether or not they are out. Since Friday is a PD day, Equity Council will be out in the foyer on Thursday, handing out Pride stickers, wash on tattoos and colouring pages. Stop by and say hello and share your support in creating a safe space for out 2SLGBTQI students!
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There is a Pride Council meeting at lunch today in the Art Room. Bring your lunch!
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The Equity Council will be meeting today at Lunch in the Large Art Room. All students interested in creating a safe, inclusive and equitable school are more than welcome to join us at lunch! We will celebrate Equality by recognizing days of significance throughout the year. Bring your lunch and a friend! See you in the Large Art room on Thursdays at Lunch.
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Reminder that there is a tennis practice after school today.
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There will be an orchestra rehearsal for the musical after school in the music room. New members are welcome.
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There will be a D&D Club meeting at lunch on Tuesday, October 15th in room 310
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Gobble Gobble, our wonderful cafeteria will be serving a turkey lunch today, Thursday, October 10th to celebrate our Thanksgiving weekend. Our menu will include turkey, stuffing, herb garlic mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and brussel sprouts in a maple butter glaze, and freshly baked buns. All for a low low price of $8.00. See you at lunch today!

 

 



ANNOUNCEM
ENTS:   October 9, 2024 - Wednesday



There is an Interact meeting at lunch today. Please come to room 107.
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The Equity Council will be meeting on Thursdays at Lunch in the Large Art Room. All students interested in creating a safe, inclusive and equitable school are more than welcome to join us at lunch! We will celebrate Equality by recognizing days of significance throughout the year. Bring your lunch and a friend! See you in the Large Art room on Thursdays at Lunch.
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This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Mental illness can affect a person’s thinking, mood, or behavior. Self-care is the most important step. Take time to take care of yourself. There are many ways to start self-care- Take a walk, talk to friends, do a puzzle, eat healthy, or watch a movie. If you or a loved one need support, don’t hesitate to ask for help. There are resources available here at the school. This week, Let’s focus on working together to create a culture of understanding and acceptance.

Any students that participated in the YMCA job program meeting last week. Please see Mr. Wilson for your scheduled appointment time.
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Just a reminder to Student Voice, we will be meeting today at lunch. See you all there!
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October 11 marks National Coming Out Day – which is an annual 2SLGBTQI awareness day observed on October 11, to support anyone “coming out of the closet” – living their life as a member of the 2SLGBTQI community. With anti-2SLGBTQI hate at an all-time high in Canada, many queer and trans youth may not feel safe to be their authentic self. Together, we can help 2SLGBTQI youth feel supported and accepted for who they are, regardless of whether or not they are out. Since Friday is a PD day, Equity Council will be out in the foyer on Thursday, handing out Pride stickers, wash on tattoos and colouring pages. Stop by and say hello and share your support in creating a safe space for out 2SLGBTQI students!
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Tennis practice will be tomorrow after school.
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Calling all fitness enthusiasts. If you are looking to start using the Fitness Centre at lunch, Miss Tober will be running an orientation today at lunch time. You must complete the orientation before you can begin using the Fitness Centre. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Cross country team – there is practice after school today and again on Friday.
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Attention all Tier 1 Volleyball players, after school please meet in the school parking lot by the gym for our game against Eden.
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Gobble Gobble, our wonderful cafeteria will be serving a turkey lunch on Thursday October 10th to celebrate our Thanksgiving weekend. Our menu will include turkey, stuffing, herb garlic mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and brussel sprouts in a maple butter glaze, and freshly baked buns. All for a low price of $8.00.

 

 

 




ANNOUNCEM
ENTS:   October 8, 2024 - Tuesday



This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Mental illness can affect a person’s thinking, mood, or behavior. Self-care is the most important step. Take time to take care of yourself. There are many ways to start self-care- Take a walk, talk to friends, do a puzzle, eat healthy, or watch a movie. If you or a loved one need support, don’t hesitate to ask for help. There are resources available here at the school. This week, Let’s focus on working together to create a culture of understanding and acceptance.
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There will be an optional basketball skill development session today at lunch in the gym for boys in grade 11 and 12. There needs to be a minimum number of students in attendance in order to run the session.
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Attention cross country runners. We will practice after school. See you at 2:20 pm.
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Calling all theatre and journalism kids! Are you interested in school theatre and/or journalism? If so, let us introduce you to...THE CAPPIES! The Cappies is a writing and awards program that trains high school theatre and journalism students to be expert writers, critical thinkers, and leaders. Throughout the year student critics vie to be published in local media outlets by attending productions at other schools and writing critical reviews. If you are interested in learning more or if you would like an application, please see Ms. Bosgraaf in Room 321. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, October 10th by the end of the school day. Jazz Hands!
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Just a reminder to Student Voice, we will be meeting tomorrow - that’s Wednesday, October 9th! Thank you for your understanding! See you all there!
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Interact meeting is at lunch tomorrow. This is open to anyone interested. Please come to 107 at lunch.
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Community involvement opportunity. Are you interested in helping with a holiday party on December 1st? Come see Ms. Banders in Guidance for more details and to sign up.
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Reminder that there is tennis practice after school today.
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Any students that participated in the YMCA job program meeting last week. Please see Mr. Wilson for you scheduled appointment time.
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October 11 marks National Coming Out Day – which is an annual 2SLGBTQI awareness day observed on October 11, to support anyone “coming out of the closet” – living their life as a member of the 2SLGBTQI community. With anti-2SLGBTQI hate at an all-time high in Canada, many queer and trans youth may not feel safe to be their authentic self. Together, we can help 2SLGBTQI youth feel supported and accepted for who they are, regardless of whether or not they are out. Since Friday is a PD day, Equity Council will be out in the foyer on Thursday, handing out Pride stickers, wash on tattoos and colouring pages. Stop by and say hello and share your support in creating a safe space for out 2SLGBTQI students!





ANNOUNCEM
ENTS:   October 7, 2024 - Monday



We begin this gathering by acknowledging the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous people.
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Level up your lunch break! Join the Games Club in room 220 Tuesdays and Thursdays. It's your move—don’t let this chance roll by. Board games and computers will be available.
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Calling all theatre and journalism kids! Are you interested in school theatre and/or journalism? If so, let us introduce you to...THE CAPPIES! The Cappies is a writing and awards program that trains high school theatre and journalism students to be expert writers, critical thinkers, and leaders. Throughout the year student critics vie to be published in local media outlets by attending productions at other schools and writing critical reviews. If you are interested in learning more or if you would like an application, please see Ms. Bosgraaf in Room 321. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, October 10th by the end of the school day. Jazz Hands!
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Just a reminder to Student Voice, we will be meeting on Wednesday this week. That’s Wednesday October 9! Thank you for your understanding! See you all there!
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The cross country team will practice this week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday after school. All members are expected to attend. See you today at 2:20!