Entries from November 2007 ↓

Happy Birthday today to Jace Wichers!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Rachel Colwill, Mr. John MacAdam, Ms. Denise McGillivray, and Ms. Amanda Purchase.

The boy’s washroom near the computer lab will be closed all day today. It is to be used by the Child Care class who have “little” guests today.

Dodge Ball action today: Average Joe’s Gym take on The Mighty Vikings.

Today’s Fit Friday’s Special in the Cafeteria is pasta bake (with meat or vegetarian) and garlic bread stick with a small white milk for $4.00.

Congratulations to all those students who received certificates yesterday at the assembly. These students were recognized as highest achievers in their last year courses. Receiving medals for highest averages (last year) in Grade 10 were: Sarah McLeod (1^st), Kelly O’Connor (2^nd), and Justin MacPhee (3^rd). Grade 11 medals went to Donald MacNearney and Rebecca McLeod (tied for 1^st), Tyler Wheeler (2^nd), and Shelley Acorn (3^rd).

Choir Members: If you did not get Lottery Tree Tickets, you should see Ms. Hicken today.

SADD Members: If you plan to travel on Monday, consider this a reminder to bring a permission note to Mr. Jamieson or Ms. Hayden-Ward today!

Students going on the French Trip will be meeting in Room M301 at 12:00 sharp! All travellers are to be there on time!

Ladies Volleyball Team: Can any member of the Ladies Volleyball Team who has not yet handed in their jersey, please pass it in to Kayla Publicover as soon as possible.

Students participating in the Student-Teacher Hockey Game must have permission forms passed into Ms. MacLeod by today!

Blood For Life: This is a reminder that the Blood For Life group is meeting at 12 o’clock today in Mr. Trainor’s room.

Ordering Retakes: Students have until Tuesday, November 20^th, to order photo packages from Lifetouch Photos.

Auditions for High School Musical: Auditions for this year’s musical, which will be: High School Musical, will be held after school on Wednesday, November 28; Thursday, November 29; and Wednesday, December 5. All students interested in performing in the musical must also attend a rehearsal after school on Thursday, December 6. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside Mr. Nicholson’s home room. Application sheets will be in an envelope beside the sign-up sheet for all students interested in being involved in any aspect of the musical, which includes set design, costumes, stage crew and so on. If you have any questions, please ask Ms. Beck or Mr. Nicholson.

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Amy Beck, Ms. Donna White, Ms. Denise McGillivray, and Ms. Marlo Dodge.

The following resolution was passed at the regular monthly meeting of the Eastern School District Board of Trustees held last evening: “Be it resolved that the Eastern School District recommend to the Minister of Education that a new high school of approximately 110,000 square feet for the Montague Family of Schools be built with access to Montague’s municipal services.

Dodge Ball action today: The Fitz take on the Staff Hawks.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is beef fajitas and choice of side (salad, pasta or fries) with a small white milk for $4.00.

Foods Students: Go to A Block classes; you will be called down when it is time to leave, so wait for the announcement.

Congratulations to Megan Kaderly, Terri McGarry and Quiller Sharratt who will be attending the National Debating Seminar in Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia. Students, along with Mr. Lea, will be attending this seminar from November 21 to 26, 2007. Wow!

There was a black binder lost in the bottom wing locker area. This binder contains a student’s documents for all four courses. If you have picked up this binder by mistake, please bring it to the office.

There will be an assembly for all students during B Block to recognize the Grade 10 and 11 highest achievers in 2006-2007 courses. Last year’s Grade 12 students were given their certificates during the Grad Banquet in June.

Men’s Volleyball Team: Those on the Men’s Volleyball Team who have not yet passed in their jerseys, please go to the gym at 12:00 today and bring your jerseys.

Students participating in the Student-Teacher Hockey Game MUST have permission forms passed into Ms. MacLeod no later than Friday, November 16.

The Yearbook Committee will have a short meeting today at 12:00 noon in Ms. McLane’s room.

The Reader’s Circle will meet today at 12:00 noon in Room M301.

Band Students: There is Jazz Band today. Start time is 3:15 p.m. All members are asked to attend as the band is preparing new music for the Christmas Concert. Sectionals for Trombone will be held on Friday at 11:50 to 12:15.

There will be a Blood For Life Meeting tomorrow at 12:00 noon in Mr. Trainor’s room.

Library News:

• December book orders have arrived. The last date to order for delivery before Christmas Break is December 4, 2007.
• Approximately 120 new books have arrived in the Library and Mrs. Killeen and a few of her helpers managed to get them on the shelves for you already! Please visit the Library display or ask - three will surely be something for you!
• A reminder that Mrs. Killeen is available to you in the Library until 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays - no Mondays or Fridays.

Happy Birthday to Richard Bedell!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Mr. Trevor MacDonald, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

Dodge Ball action today: Mighty Vikings take on the Phil Collins Greasy Salmon Machine.

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

Thanks to Terry Nabuurs who represented your Student Council at the Parent Council meeting held last evening.

This is a reminder about the Eastern School District Electronic Devices Policy and all cell phones are to be turned off when in the school building.

There will be a meeting of the Grad Activity Committee in M110 at 11:50 today. See you there!

Reminder to Grads regarding prom dates: If you have a long term relationship with someone who does not, and never did, attend Montague High and/or is out of school for over two years, please see Ms. Anderson before Friday, November 30. To clarify, if your date now attends MRHS or has graduated within the last two years, you do not have to sign up now. Only those whose dates are not from MRHS, or graduated from there three or more years ago, must make sure that Ms. Anderson has your names. Remember, November 30 is the cut off date.

French Conversation Club meets from 11:38 a.m. to 12:00 noon. in Room M301.

SWITCH Club will meet from 12:00 to 12:15 p.m. in Room M301. New members are always welcome!

Men’s Volleyball Team: Please meet in the gym at 12:00 noon today, bring your jerseys if you have them.

Photo Club meets this week after school on Thursday, and also on Friday at lunch break. Students meet in Room M308.

Ladies Basketball Team members are reminded of their quiz at 4:45 p.m. today in Ms. Garland’s Math room, W105. Please be dressed before the quiz.

Auditions for High School Musical: Auditions for this year’s musical, which will be: High School Musical, will be held after school on Wednesday, November 28; Thursday, November 29; and Wednesday, December 5. All students interested in performing in the musical must also attend a rehearsal after school on Thursday, December 6. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside Mr. Nicholson’s home room. Application sheets will be in an envelope beside the sign-up sheet for all students interested in being involved in any aspect of the musical, which includes set design, costumes, stage crew and so on. If you have any questions, please ask Ms. Beck or Mr. Nicholson.

MMR Immunization Clinic: An immunization clinic will be held at MRHS on Tuesday, December 11, 2007. At this time, Public Health will be offering MMR (mumps, red measles, german measles) vaccine to all students in Grades 11 and 12, along with a small number of Grade 10 student who also require the vaccine. All students will be provided with an information fact sheet and a consent form which must be signed and returned to the school prior to the date of the clinic. We will also be offering the vaccine to any teachers or staff who were born after 1970. Students are reminded that many post-secondary institutions now require proof of having received two doses of MMR vaccine upon admission. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherri Ferguson, Public Health Nurse, at 838-0762.

Students in Grades Seven through Twelve are invited to a “Big Games Night” being held this evening at Murray Harbour Baptist Church, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Come and find out more information on the upcoming “Backwards Supper”.

Happy Birthday to Josh Carter, Alyssa Chapman, Kevin Rice, and Jared Schellen!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Mr. Trevor MacDonald, Ms. Marlo Dodge, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

Dodge Ball action today: Staff Hawks take on The Fee Dumps.

Kevin Rice, Blair Johnston and Trysta MacLean please see Mrs. Killeen a.s.a.p. Trysta MacLean was the winner of last week’s draw in the Library for the free book, The Greenies.

Mrs. MacKinnon’s PED801 students will be writing their volleyball test today.

Due to a Staff Meeting after school today, the Library will not remain open. Please plan your day accordingly! Thanks.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is grilled cheese and choice of side with a small white milk for $4.00.

Three will be a Student Council Executive Meeting at lunch today, and a full Student Council Meeting after school.

There will be an Athletic Council Meeting today at 11:38. All members please attend.

There will be a Parent Council Meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. in the multi-purpose room.

Knitters will meet during lunch break (at 11:38 a.m.) in Room M301 to knit and plan their field trip.

Auditions for High School Musical: Auditions for this year’s musical, which will be: High School Musical, will be held after school on Wednesday, November 28; Thursday, November 29; and Wednesday, December 5. All students interested in performing in the musical must also attend a rehearsal after school on Thursday, December 6. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside Mr. Nicholson’s home room. Application sheets will be in an envelope beside the sign-up sheet for all students interested in being involved in any aspect of the musical, which includes set design, costumes, stage crew and so on. If you have any questions, please ask Ms. Beck or Mr. Nicholson.

Choir: Remember there will not be rehearsal today after school because of the Staff Meeting, but there will be rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m.

Band Students: Congratulations to the Concert Band for their performance on Remembrance Day at the Montague Legion and at Murray Harbour. Special mention to Aidan Angus for his solo, The Last Post. Sectionals this week are as follows; students should contact Ms. LaFrance if there are any problems with these times.

• Wednesday from 11:50 to 12:15 - Saxophones
• Friday from 11:50 to 12:15 - Trombones

Many have been asking! So here it is…Tumblefest Recap: Thanks for all those who participated!

Winner of Home Room Competition: Mr. Philip MacDonald’s class

Winner of Teacher Trivia: Ms. Charla Currie’s class

Winner of Spider Taping: Ms. Chantelle Beaton’s class

Winner of Pumpkin Carving Contest: Mr. Randy Harper’s class

Happy Birthday to Courtney MacCallum!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Amy Beck, Ms. Denise McGillivray, Ms. Leanne MacDonald, Ms. Marlo Dodge.

Dodge Ball action today: Average Joe’s Gym take on The Fat Boys.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is chili and a bread stick with a small white milk for $3.50.

Any students who sign out a book today in the Library, will receive a ballot for a chance to win the book, The Greenies, a novel based on a group of 1000 orphaned Jews who immigrated to Canada after World War II. The winner will be announced at the end of the day today.

Attention SADD Members: Today is the last day to sign up for shirts. The sign-up sheet is in Room M303.

We are giving you a “heads up” for next week’s meetings (plan accordingly please): All of the following meetings will be held in Room M301. Please be prompt!
Tuesday (at lunch) - Knitters will meet to knit and plan their field trip!
Wednesday: French Conversation Club from 11:38 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Wednesday: SWITCH Club will meet from 12:00 to 12:20 p.m.
Thursday: French Trip meeting at 12:00 sharp!
Friday: Readers’ Circle will meet at 11:38 a.m.

Don’t forget the 3rd Annual Island Wide Previously Owned Prom Dress Fashion Show and Sale, being held this Saturday at Centre Belle Alliance (the new French School in Summerside), located at 5 Maris Stella Drive (off South Drive). Everyone is welcome to go and enjoy the parade of beautiful dresses and an afternoon of fun and fashion. Time is 2:00 p.m. and admission cost is only $2.00.

Students are reminded that this is a long weekend, with no classes on Friday, November 9, or on Monday, November 12.

Boys Volleyball, if you have your uniforms please bring them to M307 at 11:45.

Would Lindsey Gillis see Ms. Beck before the end of B Block today, please.

All peer buddies should see Ms. Beck before the end of the day.

A representative from the University of Toronto will be here in the Guidance Office today at 2:00 o’clock. Anyone wishing to meet with this representative must make arrangements with Mr. Armstrong before 2:00 o’clock.

Could Sarah-Marie Sandford, Megan Caderly, Lynn Drake, CorrineVerleun come to the Office at first break.

Happy Birthday to Hugh Robbins!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Leanne MacDonald, Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Nicole Jackson, Ms. Audrey Llewellyn, and Ms. Marlo Dodge.

Kyle MacKenzie, please see Mr. Bill McKinnon right away.

Students will be called down to the Remembrance Day Service shortly after B Block attendance.

Dodge Ball action today: The Fitz take on Globo Gym Cobras.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is a grilled chicken breast on a bun and a choice of side (salad, pasta or fries) with a small white milk for $4.

Members of the Men’s Soccer team should be turning in uniforms to Jordan Kacsmarik today!

Those interested in being involved with the Grad Committee (to plan the activities for the year), go to Ms. Anderson’s room today at 11:50 a.m.

There will be a S.A.V.E. Meeting today at 11:50 in Mr. Lea’s room.

There will be no Debate Club Meeting after school today. Debaters will meet again next Wednesday.

All students participating in the Student-Teacher Hockey Game on November, please see Ms. MacLeod for a permission form. This form must be signed and passed in no later than Friday, November 16, 2007.

Any students looking for Community Service Bursary hours should go to the Montague Town Library. The new Librarian is looking for volunteers to shelve books after school during the week or on Saturdays.

Happy Birthday to Lindsay Gillis!

We extend a welcome today to guest Educational Assistants Ms. Linda Peardon-Roche and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

Terri McGarry and Megan Kaderly, please see Mr. Lea immediately following A Block today.

Students should note that the Boy’s Washroom near the computer lab will be closed until noon today. This washroom is being used by the Child Care Class. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Would Kyle Schellen and Molly Leeco please see Mme Flynn at lunch break today.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is half of an assorted sub with a side salad or pasta with a small white milk for $3.75.

Today’s action in Dodge Ball: Phil Collins Greasy Salmon take on The Fat Boys.

Members of the Men’s Soccer team should return uniforms to Jordan Kacsmarik by Wednesday of this week.

Basketball Tryouts this week: Schedule for Ladies is posted outside the gym; attendance will be taken every day. Mens every day from 3:15 to 5:00 p.m.

To order your yearbook, be at the top of the stairs from 12:00 to 12:20 p.m.

Those interested in being involved with the Grad Committee (to plan the activities for the year), go to Ms. Anderson’s room tomorrow at 11:50 a.m.

Students going on the French Trip are reminded that t $100 payment is due today. Please see Mme Flynn.

There is a Student Council Executive Meeting at lunch today in Room M307. The entire Student Council will meet after school in Room M307.

Attention Concert Band: All students in Concert Band are asked to be in the Band Room tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. if possible for tuning and set up. You will be having a run-through before the Remembrance Day Ceremony. Concert Band rehearsal is cancelled tomorrow after school, but Jazz Band rehearsal will be held on Thursday.

Happy Birthday to Adeana Allen, Kaylea McDonald, and Kristen Walker!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Nicole Jackson, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Ms. Paula Johnston, and Ms. Mary Peardon.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is Chicken Fajitas and side salad or pasta with a small white milk for $4.

Congratulations to our Senior Women’s Volleyball team who played a strong match against Bluefield High School over the weekend, but lost in five sets. All-Stars were Alana Mary Murphy and Kerstin Berwing.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - The Gee Dumps take on Globo Gym Cobras!

Attention SADD Members: If you would like to purchase a shirt, the sign-up sheet is posted in M303.

Ladies Basketball tryouts are being held this week. The schedule is posted outside the gym. Attendance will be taken every day. See you there!!

Men’s Basketball tryouts are being held this week, 3:15 to 5:00 p.m., including today!

There will be no Yearbook Committee meeting this week; the next meeting will be next Wednesday after school.

Great news! Due to popular demand, yearbooks will be on sale again today and tomorrow. Books may be purchased at lunch from 12:00 to 12:20 p.m. at the top of the stairs. Price is $40.

Knitting Club meets today at 11:38 a.m.

Would the students who wrote essays on war come to the photo opp. at 11:38 a.m. in Mme Flynn’s room.

Attention Band Students: There will be rehearsal this week on Wednesday for Concert Band, and Thursday for Jazz Band. The Concert Band will be called down on Wednesday during A Block for a warm-up before the Remembrance Day Assembly. Wait for the announcement, please. Sectional rehearsals are as follows:

• Monday - trumpet at 11:50 a.m.
• Wednesday - trombone cancelled due to the assembly
• Friday - saxophone at 11:50 a.m.

The Montague Figure Skating Club is seeking volunteers to play music at Iceland Arena for figure skating practices. Times that need to be covered are Tuesdays 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Also, there is a gentlemen in Montague looking for someone to rake leaves, and in the winter, to shovel snow. If any students are interested in either of these jobs, they should see Mr. John Armstrong in the Guidance Office as soon as possible.

Happy Birthday to Star Koleszar, Yvonne MacDonald, and Alexander Matheson!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Mr. Martin Zver, Ms. Amanda Puchase, Ms. Maureen Duffy-Cobb, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, Ms. Nicole Jackson, Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Donna White, Mr. John MacAdam, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

There will be block meetings for Peer Helpers today.

There will be a meeting for Peer Buddies Volunteers at afternoon break today in Ms. Beck’s room (W204).

Fit No Fry Friday: Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is spaghetti (with meat sauce or vegetarian) and garlic break stick with a small white milk for $4.00.

The Express Line will not be open today in the Cafeteria.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - The Mouth Breathers take on Average Joe’s Gym!

Could the young lady who requested Blue Bloods (the book), please see Mrs. Killeen in the Library?

The Men’s Soccer Team must have their money in to Mr. MacDonald or Ms. Nabuurs today. If not, the jackets will not be ordered.

All girls interested in trying out for Basketball must be at ALL tryouts next week. The schedule is posted on the bulletin board outside the gymnasium.

Students and staff are asked to check out the new display case outside the Library for Remembrance Day! As well, Mrs. Killeen has set up a display of Remembrance Day books (in both English and French), and materials for those interested in fiction or non-fiction reads. Stop by today!

Are you interested in making some money? Come to the Ringette Clinic tomorrow, November 3, at Access PEI, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost of the clinic is $35. For more information, contact Mrs. Hicken in W105.

Those interested in being involved with the Grad Committee (to plan the activities for the year), go to Ms. Anderson’s room next Wednesday at 11:50 a.m.

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

There’s an “Abbies” game tonight at Three Rivers Sportsplex in Georgetown. The Abbies are playing Miramachi - your support would be appreciated. Admission cost is $8.

Happy Birthday to Michael Hall and Joanne Sudsbury!

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

Name That Teacher Trivia:

Mystery Teacher #1: This teacher has driven in a demolition derby on five separate occasions and has future plans to win a pumpkin carving contest.

Mystery Teacher #2: This teacher has royal blood and has taught in four different provinces.

Grade Twelve Students should be excused at 9:00 a.m. to attend the College and University Day in the gym. Grade Eleven students are welcome to visit the displays in the gym when the bell rings to end A Block. All students should go back to their B Block classes at 11:00 a.m.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is rice, honey garlic meatballs, and an egg roll with a small white milk for $4.00.

There is a French Trip meeting today at 12:00 noon. Please be prompt! Never very long, always very important!

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 today. Grade 11’s and 12″s are to join the group at 12:15 p.m.

In Dodge Ball action today (11:50 a.m.) - Skid Boots take on The Fitz!

Students and staff are asked to check out the new display case outside the Library for Remembrance Day! As well, Mrs. Killeen has set up a display of Remembrance Day books (in both English and French) - materials for those interested in fiction or non-fiction reads. Stop by today!

Did you order your Yearbook yet? Remember, they must be pre-ordered and pre-paid; price is $40. Books may be purchased at lunch from 12:00 to 12:15 p.m. at the top of the stairs.