Entries from December 2007 ↓

Happy Birthday today to Mitchell Bingley, Holly Hoyles, Katie Johnston, Graham MacDonald, Rachel MacPherson, Andrea Richardson and Kendall Stewart!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Mr. Joe Purchase and Ms. Rachel Colwill.

Note: The first day of classes in 2008 is Monday, January 7, and it will be a “D-C” Day.

Don’t forget to sign-up for intramural soccer baseball at the gym bulletin board. You can sign-up today or the first day back at school. If you have any questions, ask Mike MacDonald, Katelyn Shaw or Kyle McGuirk.

Library Notice: Students are reminded that unless you have a note from a teacher, photocopying costs $ .10 a sheet. If you miss notes from a class, be prepared to pay for your copies. Thanks.

Travis Crane, Vanessa Blackett, Mitchel Richard and Daniel Lanois, see Mrs. Killeen as soon as possible.

Happy Birthday today to Kassie Hicken and Nicole Somers!

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

Yuletide Yippie: There will be a meeting at 11:30 in Room M307.

Alumni Basketball: This evening we will be hosting the Alumni basketball games. Former basketball players will be playing against this year’s teams. This is a fund-raiser for the Men’s and Women’s Basketball program, and tickets are $5.00 per person. Returning alumni will be: Amy Beck, Stephanie Creed, Angela Drane, Victoria Gallant, Blakney Hopkins, Amber Jay, Katlyn Jenkins, Kelly MacDonald, Paula MacDonald, Holly MacLean, Janna Simmons, Trisha Viaene, Nolan Bryand, Stephen Drane, Alan Munro, John Munro, Travis Murphy, Rodney Myers, Matt Nobles and Zach White. Come and support the teams and see old friends. Games start at 6:00 and 8:00 pm.

Wrestling Notice (from Ms. Morrison): There will be no practice today for the wrestling team.

Note: The first day of classes in 2008 is Monday, January 7, and it will be a “D-C” Day.

Library Notice: Students are reminded that unless you have a note from a teacher, photocopying costs $ .10 a sheet. If you miss notes from a class, be prepared to pay for your copies. Thanks.

Happy Birthday today to Samantha Burke, Christina Crane, Codie Hopkins and Kylie Malczynski!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Rachel Colwill, Ms. Amanda Purchase, Ms. Denise McGillivray, Mr. Joe Purchase, and Mr. Brian Somers.

The following students are asked to see Mrs. Killeen in the Library today: Alana Mary Murphy, Manuela Hager, Sarah MacLeod, Rebecca MacLeod, Sarah Mermuys, and Meghan Johnson.

The Library printer is not working, until further notice. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Readers’ Circle will most definitely, positively, absolutely, meet today at 11:38 a.m. Bring your lunch and any books you’ve finished. Expect to chat!!

Attention Jazz Band and Concert Band Students: Congratulations to the Bands, Choir, and Women’s Ensemble for last night’s performances; it was well attended to see a job well done! There will not be Concert Band or Jazz Band rehearsal this week.

Any members of the Choir who brought in fudge or cakes last night must see Ms. Beck before the end of lunch today.

Alumni Basketball: Thursday evening we will be hosting the Alumni basketball games. Former basketball players will be playing against this year’s teams. This is a fund-raiser for the Men’s and Women’s Basketball program, and tickets are $5.00 per person. Returning alumni will be: Amy Beck, Stephanie Creed, Angela Drane, Victoria Gallant, Blakney Hopkins, Amber Jay, Katlyn Jenkins, Kelly MacDonald, Paula MacDonald, Holly MacLean, Janna Simmons, Trisha Viaene, Nolan Bryand, Stephen Drane, Alan Munro, John Munro, Travis Murphy, Rodney Myers, Matt Nobles and Zach White. Come and support the teams and see old friends. Games start at 6:00 and 8:00 pm.

Library Notice: Students are reminded that unless you have a note from a teacher, photocopying costs $ .10 a sheet. If you miss notes from a class, be prepared to pay for your copies. Thanks.

Happy Birthday today to Holly MacDonald!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Mr. Trevor MacDonald, Mr. Brian Somers, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

Home room teachers are reminded to have your doors decorated by Thursday, December 20^th.

The Boy’s Washroom near the computer labs will be closed all day today. It is to be used by the Child Care class. Thanks for your cooperation.

All members of the Choir are to be excused right away to go to Ms. Anderson’s room, M110. Students in the Choir are asked to bring their music with them.

The Athletic Council will meet today at 11:45 in Mr. Killeen’s room.

The MRHS Choir will be performing on Ocean 100 this afternoon. Turn on your radios and check them out.

All Choir Members must pass in their lotto ticket tree money to Ms. McInnis immediately this morning.

There is a Women’s Ensemble rehearsal today at 11:38 a.m.

Student Council: There is a Student Council meeting at 11:45 a.m. today in Room M307.

Attention Jazz Band and Concert Band Students: There will be a very important trumpet sectional today at 11:50. Bring your lunches. You will be rehearsing in the class room beside the music room. Just a reminder to wear black for this evening’s concert. Please arrive at 6:20 for a warm up. Your band practices are finished for this year. You will resume after Christmas break in 2008.

There is a SADD meeting today at 12:00 noon in Room M303.

Choir meets today at 3:30 p.m.

Tonight is the night for the MRHS Christmas Concert. The weather is fine and music will be made on stage in the Cafeteria tonight at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $4 for students and seniors.

Library Notice: Students are reminded that unless you have a note from a teacher, photocopying costs $ .10 a sheet. If you miss notes from a class, be prepared to pay for your copies. Thanks.

Yeah!  They’re Here! The Yearbook Supplements have arrived. They will be given out at noon. The supplement is available to all those who ordered last year’s yearbook.

Happy Birthday today to Ashley MacNevin!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Rachel Colwill and Mr. Brian Somers.

Library Notice: Students are reminded that unless you have a note from a teacher, photocopying costs $ .10 a sheet. If you miss notes from a class, be prepared to pay for your copies. Thanks.

Knitting Club will meet today at 11:38 a.m.

Choir:  There will be a Choir Executive meeting at 12:00 noon in the Library.

The Choir is asked to meet in the Cafeteria today at 2:30 p.m. for the “Bridge Opening” performance.

Readers’ Circle is scheduled for Tuesday at 12:00 noon. You’ll discuss and swap books for the holidays!

The following items were lost in the Cafeteria: a gold ring containing a small diamond and a bow tie. Anyone finding these items should bring them to the office. Thanks.

Attention Concert Band and Jazz Band Students:

• Just a reminder that your concert will be taking place tomorrow evening at 7:00 in the cafeteria. All are welcome to attend.
• There will be a trumpet sectional today t 11:50 a.m.
• There will not be Concert or Jazz Band rehearsal this week. You will start up again after Christmas!

Alumni Basketball:  The Women’s Game is scheduled for Thursday evening at 6:00 and the Men’s Game is at 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5 and are available through this year’s teams.

Happy Birthday today to Rodney Keefe!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Leanne MacDonald, Mr. Martin Zver, Ms. Nicole Jackson, and Ms. Paula Johnston. Welcome back to Wanda Cheverie!!

Guys’ Group: Could members of the Guys’ Group please meet briefly in Ms. Beck’s room following the announcements. Bring your permission forms with you.

Leadership Students will be doing Staff duties at lunch time. Please respect them and the job they’ve been asked to do.

Happy Holidays to all! The Christmas Dinner is still on! See you at the Cafeteria after the lunch bell. You will be entertained by the MRHS Choir and Band. Enjoy!.

Thomas Annear: Please see Mrs. Killeen in the Library as soon as possible.

Someone has misplaced a Sony digital camera that was in a dark blue Roots pencil case. If you have found this camera, please turn it into the office. Thank you.

Attention Concert and Jazz Band Students: Please go to the music room at 10:45 today for a run-through of your pieces. You will be performing at the staff banquet today during lunch. Please bring your lunch.

Choir: All members of the Choir must meet in the Cafeteria at 11:25 a.m.

Today, students from the Hospitality and Tourism class will be involved with the Christmas Dinner and therefore will be absent for some of B and D Blocks. A list is available from Mr. McKinnon. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Women’s Basketball Team: Members of the Women’s Basketball team should be at the student entrance ready to leave today at 3:15 for your game at TOSH. Brandi and Jenny, don’t forget to pack the red jerseys.

The tradition continues and it stormed on our Christmas Concert date! The concert has been rescheduled until Tuesday, December 18, in the Cafeteria. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students and seniors.

The Eastern School District Board Meeting that was scheduled for this evening has been postponed to next Wednesday, same time, 7:00 p.m.

Basketball Games that were scheduled against Souris Regional High School have been cancelled due to the weather conditions in Souris.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

Happy Birthday today to Sean MacSwain, Rory S. MacDonald and Mitchell Schellen!

We would like to welcome two new students Adam Howlett and Jamie Howlett, who started classes here this week.

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Nicole Jackson, Mr. Martin Zver, Mr. Allison Macdonald, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

This announcement concerns Grade Twelve students planning to attend UPEI next year. There will be an information meeting today during B Block in Ms. Beaton’s room, M111. If any students can’t attend, Mr. Armstrong will have the information. Ms. Beaton’s B Block class, Biology 521, should go to Mr. MacDonald’s Lab, M405.

Choir: There will be a brief Choir Executive meeting today at lunch, starting at 11:40 - everyone must attend! SADD people are excused.

All S.A.V.E. members are invited to a Christmas Pizza Party today at lunch in Mr. Lea’s room.

There will be no Debate Club meeting today after school.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is half a chicken caesar wrap and a side salad or pasta, with a small while milk for $4.00.

Attention Band Students:

• There will be Concert Band at 3:15 today.
• Jazz Band rehearsal is cancelled tomorrow after school due to your concert.
• Concert Band and Jazz Band students are asked to go to the music room at 11:00 tomorrow for a run through before you perform for the staff banquet. Bring your lunches.
• No Sectional rehearsals today.

Christmas Dinner in the Cafeteria! On Thursday, December 13, leave your lunch at home and join everyone in the cafeteria for the annual Christmas dinner! For $5, you’ll get turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, vegetables and more!

Yearbook Committee: You will be having a Yearbook Workshop today from 3:30 until 5:15 p.m. You’re going to learn how to make pages!

Do you have a pedometer collecting dust? Would you be willing to lend it to Mme Flynn’s Grades 11/12 Immersion class for five weeks? They are doing a theme called “Vivre en Forme” (Healthy and Active Living) and would like to get their hands (and feet) on some. Please see Mme Flynn if you can help!

Happy Birthday today to Coady Gordon!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Amy Beck, Ms. Amanda Purchase, Mr. Jeff Villard, Ms. Gaylene Nicholson, and Ms. Denise McGillivray.

A representative from Heckbert’s Studio will be in the Cafeteria at lunch today with grad photos.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is your choice of Hawaiian or Veggie Pizza with a small white milk for $2.95.

Christmas Dinner in the Cafeteria! On Thursday, December 13, leave your lunch at home and join everyone in the cafeteria for the annual Christmas dinner! For $5, you’ll get turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, vegetables and more!

The cast list for The High School Musical is posted outside Mr. Nicholson’s room.

There will be a Women’s Ensemble rehearsal today from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The Yearbook Committee is looking for pictures from the Christmas Dance. Please send three or four of your favorites to mrhsyearbook@hotmail.com and maybe you will see your pictures in this year’s book!

Yearbook Committee: You will be having a Yearbook Workshop on Wednesday from 3:30 until 5:15 p.m. You’re going to learn how to make pages!

Do you have a pedometer collecting dust? Would you be willing to lend it to Mme Flynn’s Grades 11/12 Immersion class for five weeks? They are doing a theme called “Vivre en Forme” (Healthy and Active Living) and would like to get their hands (and feet) on some. Please see Mme Flynn if you can help!

Happy Birthday today to Damon Ansems and Nathan Gardiner!

We extend a welcome today to guest teachers Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Amanda Purchase, Ms. Denise McGillivray, Mr. Neil Anderson, Mr. Joe Purchase, and Mr. Brian Somers.

Grads should note that Heckbert’s Studio will be in the Cafeteria at lunch time tomorrow, December 11, to pass out grad photos. Please check the list on the grad bulletin board of money still owing.

The Administration would like to thank Mr. Killeen, Ms. Nabuurs and the Student Council for organizing an excellent Christmas Dance. Also thanks to the many chaperones who attended, and to all the students for their cooperation in making the Christmas Dance such a success this year!

Teachers should note that Department Meetings are scheduled today at 3:15 p.m.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria is Baked Potato with choice of toppings (broccoli, sour cream, bacon bits, cheese), side salad or pasta with a small white milk for $3.25.

Congratulations to Tyler Dockendorff who has been awarded the Canadian Parent’s for French Bursary to attend Encounters With Canada in Ottawa this winter. Félicitations, Tyler!

There is a SADD meeting today in M303.

Members of the Women’s Basketball team play their first home game tonight at 5:30 against Morell. Come out and support the team.

Women’s Basketball: Ladies, your track suits are in. Please have payments in to Ms. Garland as soon as possible. Also, please note the change in game time. Girls should be ready at 4:45 p.m.

The Student Council would like to thank all staff who chaperoned the dance on Friday. Thank you very much.

Men’s Basketball team will practice today from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m.

The Athletic Council will meet today at 11:41 a.m.

Congratulations to the Choir on a job well done at the Children’s Wish Foundation Gala Concert on Saturday night and at the King’s Playhouse in Georgetown last night! Thanks, students!

The MRHS Music Department Christmas Concert is this Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. Tickets are $5 for adults and $4 for students/seniors.

Band Students: No sectionals for Trumpets today at lunch or after school. There will be Concert Band rehearsal on Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. A reminder that both the Concert Band and Jazz Band are performing at lunch time for the staff banquet this week on Thursday, as well as Thursday evening for your families and friends at 7:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria.

Students are reminded of the following:

• Knitting Club meets today at 11:38 a.m.
• SWITCH meets Tuesday at 12:00 noon.
• French Conversation Club is mercredi midi.
• Readers’ Circle will finally discuss this Thursday at 12:00 noon.
• All outstanding money for French trip should be given to Mme Flynn today!