Entries from October 2007 ↓

Happy Birthday to J. J. Gibbs and Jillian Ryan!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Nikki Jackson, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

This is a reminder to students that there will be a dance today at 11:38 in the gymnasium. Come and enjoy the treats and prizes.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is grilled chicken breast on a bun with a choice of side, with a small white milk for $4.00.

To celebrate Hallowe’en today, Dog the Bounty Hunter’s wife, Beth, is in the Library giving away a free book. In the spirit of Hallowe’en, the book is “Lily Dale”. To be eligible for a ballot, just sign out a book. The draw will take place at the end of the day today. Happy Hallowe’en from your School Library!

The Men’s Soccer Team is asked to go to Mr. MacDonald’s room at lunch today. That’s Room M405 at 12 noon.

There is a S.A.V.E. meeting today at 11:40 in Mr. Lea’s room.

Any girls interested in playing “A” or “AA” Basketball: Grade 10’s are to meet in M103 (Ms. Garland’s Computer Lab) at 12:10 on Thursday. Grade 11’s and 12’s are to join the group at 12:15 p.m.

Debate Club meets at 3:15 p.m. in Mr. Lea’s room.

Three is a Yearbook Committee meeting today after school, from 3:15 to 4:00 p.m. Members are to meet in the Computer Lab.

On Thursday, a representative from Canadian Blood Services will have a booth set up in the gym for University and College Day. If you are interested in finding out your blood type and are under seventeen years old, please see Ms. Beaton for a consent form.

 Don’t forget… Yearbooks for this year must be pre-ordered and pre-paid; price is $40.  Books may be purchased every day this week, at lunch from 12:00 to 12:15 p.m., at the top of the stairs.

Happy Birthday to Elisa Abella, Jacob Jamieson and Allie Marlin!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Donna White, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Ms. Mary Peardson, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - Phil Collins Greasy Salmon Machine take on the Average Joe Gym!

Any students interested in Power Lifting should attend a meeting today at 11:38 a.m. in the gymnasium. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. MacKinnon.

Thursday’s two winners of the gift card to Indigo, are Candace Nicholson and Mandy Jackson. Special thanks goes out to all students who signed out a book last week to show their support for National School Library Month and Provincial School Library Day. Congratulations to all winners.

College and University Day is Thursday, November 1^st, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Grade 12 students will be excused from class immediately following reading period, and will have access to the approximately fifty representatives until 11:00 a.m. Grade 11 students can attend during B Block, also until 11:00 a.m.

On Thursday, a representative from Canadian Blood Services will have a booth set up in the gym for University and College Day. If you are interested in finding out your blood type and are under seventeen years old, please see Ms. Beaton for a consent form.

Yearbooks for this year must be pre-ordered and pre-paid; price is $40. Books may be purchased every day this week, at lunch from 12:00 to 12:15 p.m. at the top of the stairs.

A reminder to knitters! We will be having our yearbook photo taken at 11:38. Bring your knitting to show your stuff!

Mystery Teacher # 1 - This teacher is an Islander who had to go across the Confederation Bridge to find a spouse.

Mystery Teacher # 2 - This teacher loves Halloween and is a long lost member of the Spice Girls and will be leaving in January to go back on tour

Reminder to homerooms that the freezie song singing will happen today at 12:00 in the cafeteria.

Attention Concert Band Students: We are planning to perform at two local Remembrance Day Ceremonies on Sunday, Nov. 11. Band students are asked to pick up their note for parents from Ms. LaFrance today.

Athletic Council today at 11:39.

Men’s and Women’s Basketball tryouts today at 3:15 - 5:00.

Seat Treat - Under one seat in every homeroom there is a picture of a pumpkin. If you find the Pumpkin, come to the office for a treat.

School Cancellations:

• If all ESD schools are to be cancelled, parents will be notified by radio announcements on local stations including Magic 93, CFCY, OCEAN, CBC-FM, C102.
• The first notice will be broadcast by 7:00 a.m.  Sometimes it may only be necessary to close individual or families of schools. Note that we are in the Montague Family of Schools.

One Hour Delay:

• In cases where a decision cannot be made by 7:00 a.m., a one-hour delay will be announced.  This means that all schools and buses may operate one hour later than the usual time.

Late Bus Runs:

• In some instances, even in good weather, buses may be delayed.  In these cases, parents will be notified by radio that a bus or buses will be delayed by a specific amount of time.

School Closure During the Day:

• Sometimes, it may be necessary to close individual or families of schools during the day to get children home before weather conditions become too severe.  In such cases, announcements will be made on all radio stations.
• Parents who will not be at home when children arrive should make alternate arrangements for the care of their children on such days.  Please notify the school of these changes as soon as possible.

Suggestions for Parents:

• Please listen to the radio between 6:30 and 8:00 a.m. to determine if schools are operating.
• Please do not call the School Board Office or the Radio Stations for information, as this overloads the telephone lines that are often in emergency use.
• Do not drop children off at school unless you are certain that school is operating that day.
• Make arrangements for your children in case of mid-day school closures.
• If schools are operating, the final decision to attend rests with the parent.

Happy Birthday to Kayla MacIntyre, Becca Richards, and Jonathan Roloson!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Mr. Martin Zver, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

Information on Tumble Fest Activities has been placed in teacher mailboxes; however there is a slight change: Seat Treat will be held tomorrow, not today.

Mystery Teacher #1 - This person has coached hockey for years, has two university degrees, and has taught at the university level.

Mystery Teacher #2 - This person has taught in Thailand and was once asked to leave a university biology lab for dissecting an improper specimen.

We thank all parents/guardians who came to Parent Teacher Interviews last week. All reports not picked up during interviews are being sent home with students today. These reports must be signed by a parent or guardian and returned to the home room teachers by Wednesday, October 31, 2007. Interviews may be arranged by calling 838-0835.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - The Fee Dumps take on the The Fitz!

Any students interested in Power Lifting should attend a meeting today at 11:38 a.m. in the gymnasium. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please see Mrs. MacKinnon.

There will be a presentation today over the noon hour today by the 721 Communications Regiment, the PEI Regiment, and the Naval Reserve. Displays will be set up both inside and outside the school.

All knitters will gather today at the lunch bell.

Wrestling practice (Gr. 7-12) with Colin MacDonald will be held on Thursday, November 1, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Montague Consolidated School (note new time).

French Trip Students are reminded to bring completed orders for magazines, gifts, and planners to Mme. Flynn by tomorrow. There will be a meeting this Thursday at 12:00 (remember to book off your bagging groceries time slot for Saturday).

Canada Games Wrestling practice is scheduled for today at 4:30 at Montague Consolidated School

On Thursday, a representative from Canadian Blood Services will have a booth set up in the gym for University and College Day. If you are interested in finding out your blood type and are under seventeen years old, please see Ms. Beaton for a consent form.

Readers’ Circle - There are still a couple of books left if anyone is interested in joining the group. They are reading “Ten Thousand Setting Suns”, “The Kite Runner”, and “The Curious Incident of the Day in the Nighttime” for starters!

French Conversation Club - il y a une reúnion mercredi 11:38. bientôt!

Attention Band Students:

• There will be Concert Band on Wednesday and Jazz Band on Thursday this week. Rehearsals will go from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Concert Band students are asked to practice “A Call for Peace”, “O Canada”, and “God Save the Queen” as we will be performing in front of the school for the Remembrance Day Ceremony one week from this Wednesday, on November 9^th. All students are asked to attend Wednesday’s rehearsal. Thank you.
• There will be trumpet section today at 12:00 noon.
• On Wednesday, there will be a euphonium and trombone sectional at 12:00 noon.
• On Friday, there will be a saxophone sectional at 12:00 noon.

Teachers and students are getting ready for the Annual Student-Teacher Hockey Game, scheduled for November 20 at Iceland Arena. Game start time is 7:45 p.m.

Happy Birthday to Dorothy Richards and Janssen Whiteway!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Carolyn Gillis, Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Amy Beck, Mr. Martin Zver, Mr. Jeff Villard, and Ms. Lauretta Bertrand.

Congratulations to our Women’s Field Hockey Team who won the Silver Medal last night at the UPEI Field. The girls displayed great sportsmanship and determination. Congratulations to all members of the team, as well as coaches Ms. MacKinnon and Ms. Currie, for the great season!

Students are asked to encourage their parents to attend the Parent-Teacher Interviews being held this evening from 6:00 to 8:30 or tomorrow from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - The Mouth Breathers take on the The Mighty Vikings!

One of our former students, Mitchell Kerr, is playing hockey tonight at UPEI when the Tigers go against the Abbies; game starts at 7:00 p.m. Mitch and his family would appreciate some support.

SWITCH group meets today at 11:38!

There will be a French Trip meeting at 12:00 noon today. Your yearbook photo will also be taken, so be on time!

SADD Meeting is scheduled for 12:00 noon today in Room M303. New members are welcome!

There will be a meeting for the Men’s Soccer Team in Mr. MacDonald’s room at 12:10 p.m. today.

There will be a Teacher Appreciation Social today at 3:15 p.m. in Ms. Drane’s room.

Due to Mrs. Killeen’s absence today, the Library will not be open after school. Please plan your day accordingly.

This is a reminder that there is a Student Services Team Meeting today at 3:15 p.m. in Ms. Beck’s room.

The following students must return their soccer jerseys to Shelley Acorn as soon as possible: Becky Coates, Brittany MacEachern, Celece MacIsaac, Marion Sinclair-Waters, and Julia Sullivan.

Men’s Basketball Tryouts will be held this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Women’s Basketball Team will practice next Tuesday at 3:15 p.m. Girls planning to attend tryouts should be running on their own to get in shape between now and November 5th.

In honour of School Library Month, Wednesday’s winner of the book, A Long Way Down is Rebecca MacLeod. Rebecca, please see Mrs. Killeen in the Library as soon as possible for your free book, if you haven’t done so already. Students, be sure to visit the Library and sign out a book for a ballot, for a chance to win one of two gift cards to Indigo today! Today’s the last day!

Abegweit Driving School Limited is beginning their Driver Education classes at MRHS on October 29. There are still seats available so please call 1-800-351-1482.

Students are reminded again that orders will be taken for Yearbooks from Thursday, October 25, to Friday, November 2, 2007, and books will arrive in June. You have to pre-order/pre-pay for the books and note that they will also be on sale at Parent-Teacher Interviews.

Happy Birthday to Brittany McQuillan, Kelsey Robertson, and Katelyn Shaw!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Carolyn Gillis, Ms. Amanda Purchase, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Ms. Audrey Llewellyn, Mr. Martin Zver, and Mr. Trevor MacDonald.

Could the following students please see Ms. Hayden-Ward at 10:13 a.m.(first break) today: Malek Sahouli, James Lavers, Katie MacLean, and Anna McKeeman.

The photographer is here this morning doing re-takes. Students will be called down to the stage area of the cafeteria to have photos taken.

S.A.V.E. will meet today at 11:50 a.m. in Mr. Lea’s room.

Dodge Ball starts today - Skid Boots take on the Staff Hawks!

The Debate Club will meet today at 3:15 p.m. in Mr. Lea’s room.

The Women’s Soccer season ended for the girls last night with a loss against Charlottetown Rural. All girls should be proud of how they have played throughout the season. Best of luck to the team next year. Also, all jerseys must be given to Shelley Acorn as soon as possible.

Students are reminded that there are Parent Teacher Interviews being held this week at the school. Teachers will be available to meet with parents on Thursday evening and during the day on Friday.

Any teachers wishing to contribute to United Way should contact Cynthia Shoemaker today.

Congratulations to all students and staff for participating in Monday’s Million Minutes Challenge. We recorded 28,260 minutes read. Montague High is up from 13,947 minutes last year. Well done, everyone! In our family of schools, we just came in behind Vernon River; they beat us by a mere 2,840 minutes!

In honor of School Library Month, Tuesday’s winner of the book A Friend of the Family was Devan Sinclair, and the winner of the book Emily’s Reasons Why Not was Nelly Johnson. Students should remember to visit the Library and sign out a book; you’ll receive a ballot for a chance to win a free book or gift card all this week.

There will be a Yearbook Meeting today after school in Ms. McLane’s room. New members are always welcome!

Do you have “dance fever”? Next Wednesday, wear your costume to school and participate in the First Annual Costume Contest Dance Off at lunch break in the gym. The entrance fee is just your costume! There will be prizes for the best costume and treats and fun for everyone!

Students are reminded again that orders will be taken for Yearbooks from Thursday, October 25, to Friday, November 2, 2007, and books will arrive in June. You have to pre-order/pre-pay for the books and note that they will also be on sale at Parent-Teacher Interviews.

Happy Birthday to Jeffery Burke, Brittany MacEachern, and Kelly O’Connor!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Paula Johnston and Ms. Gaylene Nicholson.

The Women’s Soccer team will be meeting at first break in Mme Flynn’s room. All must attend.

Students and teachers are reminded that the Yearbook group photos will be taken today during the B Block.

All fall athletes are still expected top pick up their light bulbs for the athletic fund-raisers. Bring your $20.00 as soon as possible.

The Women’s Field Hockey team had a great game last night, winning 4-0 against Bluefield in their semi-final game. This means they are going on to the championships! There is a big re-match tomorrow in the Championship Game against Charlottetown Rural. Game is at UPEI on Wednesday at 5:00; all are welcome to come and cheer on your Viking Field Hockey players. Congratulations, girls.

There is a Student Council Meeting after school at 3:15 p.m.

The Men’s Volleyball Team will practice today at 3:45 p.m.

Attention Students Interested in Free Books: This week, in honor of school library week, for every book you borrow from the Library, you get a ballot for a chance to win a free book. Draws and winners will be announced at the end of every day (except Friday when there is no school).

The Women’s Soccer Team will be playing Charlottetown Rural in their quarter final game today. The game is set to start at 3:30 p.m. The van will be leaving from the front of the school at 2:00 sharp. All girls are to get changed directly following afternoon break and they will not attend their D Block classes. However, all girls are expected to see their D Block teachers in the morning or at lunch to pick up any missed classwork or assignments.

French Conversation Club will meet on Wednesday at 11:38 a.m.

Orders will be taken for Yearbooks from Thursday, October 25, to Friday, November 2, 2007, and books will arrive in June. You have to pre-order/pre-pay for the books and note that they will also be on sale at Parent-Teacher Interviews.

Attention Band Students: Concert Band and Jazz Band will be cancelled this week due to honor’s band and parent-teacher interviews. Sectionals will begin again next week.

Men’s Basketball try-outs will be held on Wednesday, October 24, from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m.

Retakes for under-grad photos will be taken on Wednesday, October 24^th.

There will be a SWITCH meeting at 12:00 on Thursday in M301.

In honour of school library day, Monday’s winner of the book, “Gossip Girl” is Amanda O’Connor and the winner of the book “Million Dollar Baby” is Devan Aitken. Amanda and Devan, please see Mrs. Killeen in the library ASAP for your free book, if you haven’t done so already. Students: be sure to visit the library, sign out a book for a ballot, for a chance to win a free book or gift card all this week! Today’s free books are entitled “A Friend of the Family”& “Emily’s Reasons Why Not”.

Happy Birthday to Brett Byrne, Megan Kaderly and Bradley MacKinnon!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Paula Johnston, Denise McGillivray and Nikki Jackson.

Staff is reminded to record the number of minutes read in their classes today for the Million Minute Challenge in honor of Provincial School Library Day, which is today. A volunteer will circulate during D Block to gather your tally sheet. If you are off D Block, please make arrangements to get your sheet to Mrs. Killeen in the Library.

Attention Students Interested in Free Books: This week, in honor of school library week, for every book you borrow from the Library, you get a ballot for a chance to win a free book. Draws and winners will be announced at the end of every day (except Friday when there is no school).

Knitting club today at 11:38

French Conversation Club on Wednesday at 11:38

Men’s Soccer team will practice today at 3:30 to 4:30 here at the school NOT at the complex.

Men’s Volleyball meeting at 11:45 in M307

Men’s Volleyball game is at Rural today at 5:30

Whoever owns the bicycle in the entryway, should look after it! It can not remain in the entryway!!

Northumberland-Belfast Midget AA hockey tryouts tonight at 8:20 at Northumberland.

The women’s soccer team split its games which were played on Wednesday and Friday. The girls won the match against TOSH - 4to3 on Wednesday evening. Scoring for Montague were Hope Klein, Cathy Nabuurs, and Brittany MacEachern. The girls lost 6-0 on Friday against Westile. The team will practice today after school at 3:30 pm

Happy Birthday to John MacCormac and Terry Nabuurs!

We extend a welcome today to guest Educational Assistant Denise McGillivray.

Mme. Flynn needs to meet with the Women’s Soccer Team at first break this morning.

The Women’s Soccer Team will be travelling to TOSH today to play. The game is scheduled to start at 4:30. The girls will be called out of class at 2:00 p.m. and they are expected to board the van at 2:15. Good luck to everyone!

Heckberts will be on the stage in the cafeteria today at lunchtime to take orders for grad photos. Anyone who is ordering grad photo packages from Heckberts should note that there is a minimum down payment of $100.

Reader’s Circle will meet today at the lunch bell. Bring your lunch and we’ll share some great novels.

Rebecca Collings and Celeece MacIssac are asked to please see Mr. Killeen and Ms. Nabuurs at 12:10 p.m. in M307.

The Men’s Volleyball Team is to set up after school today, and be dressed and ready to go at 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling practice that was scheduled for Thursday of this week has been cancelled.

Girls interested in playing Basketball this season are asked to put your name on the sign-up sheet in the gymnasium. Please check out the schedule while you are down there. If you have any questions, ask Ms. Garland or Ms. Amy Beck.

This is another reminder to the Yearbook Committee that there will be meeting today after school at 3:15. Everyone is welcome!

Happy Birthday to Jacob MacPherson, Sarah McLeod, and Mitchell Boudreau!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Mr. Mike Hambly, Ms. Donna White, Ms. Sherri Jones, and Mr. Trevor MacDonald.

Don’t forget to sign up for Dodgeball today!

Heckbert’s will be on the stage in the cafeteria tomorrow at lunchtime to take orders for grad photos. Anyone who is ordering grad photo packages from Heckberts should note that there is a minimum down payment of $100.

Peer Helpers: There will be block meetings today for all peer helpers.

Grade Ten elections are being held today. Grade Ten students, please bring a pen or pencil to the gym when you are called.

French Conversation Club will be meeting at the lunch break bell until 12:00 noon.

All students involved in the French Trip will be meeting at 12:00 noon. There is fundraising stuff to hand out and money to collect. Be there!

The Athletic Council will meet today at 11:38.

There will be a Student Council Executive meeting at lunch break today, and a General Student Council meeting today after school.

There will be a Men’s Volleyball practice at 3:45 p.m. today.

This is another reminder to the Yearbook Committee that there will be meeting on Wednesday after school at 3:15. Everyone is welcome!