Entries from February 2008 ↓

Happy Birthday today to Joshua McInnis!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Rachel Colwill, Ms. Amy Beck and Mr. Greg Felix.

Teachers should note that there are two late buses this morning: Pat Morrison (#446) and Arthur Palmer (#463).

Could all Ms. Beck’s Peer Helpers please go to W204, Ms. Beck’s room, for their training.

The following students are asked to please see Mrs. Killeen: Connor Macdonald and Nick Jamieson.

Students and Teachers: Staff from the Canadian Blood Services will be here on Wednesday, February 20, during the noon break, for a Blood Type visit. If you are at least seventeen years of age, you can find out what blood type you are. They will be set up in the Student Lounge.

High School Musical: All students involved in the musical must meet on Tuesday, February 19, at 12:00 exactly for an important meeting in Room W206 (Mr. Nicholson’s room). This includes anyone who wants to work behind the stage as a crew member. costume person, make-up artist, etc. Bring your lunches.

The Quit 4 Life group will meet tomorrow, Tuesday; time to be announced.

Library: New books have arrived! Lots of new Meg Cabot, Gossip Girl, Lurlene McDaniel, and Nicholas Sparks. Also, new titles by S.E. Hinton, Stephen King and Alistair MacLeod. Check out the center display or ask Mrs. Killeen.

In celebration of 100^th Anniversary of Anne of Green Gables, Penguin Group Books have launched a national letter writing contest inviting all Canadians of all ages to write Anne Shirley, telling her (in 500 words or less) what she means to them. For more information and help, please see Mrs. Killeen any time. Contest runs until April 30. Prizes include a $2,500 travel voucher, books, coins and more!

Wrestling: There will be a wrestling practice tonight from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Montague Consolidated School. There won’t be any Thursday practices until further notice..the time has been switched to Mondays.

Attention SADD Members: There will be a SADD meeting today at 12:00 in M303. You will be discussing the Extravaganza coming up in March. Come and get your permission forms. Also, any members who received T-Shirts, please pay for them as soon as possible.

Teachers should note that there will be a Math and Science Department meeting at 3:15 today in Room M303.

Band Students: There will be a flute sectional today during lunch for Grade Ten students: Emily Dewar, Evan Jackson and Meg Preston. Concert Band will be held on Wednesday and Jazz Combo on Thursday after school.

R.C.M.P. Information session is scheduled for Wednesday, February 20, at 6:00 p.m. at the Montague Fire Hall when Corporal Andrew Blackadar will be available to answer any questions. Students interested may make contact through Mr. Armstrong in the Guidance Office.

Happy Birthday to April Flaglor and Nick Melnyk!

Today is National Flag Day. Mr. Jamieson’s Political Studies class will be visiting home room classes this morning distributing information on our national flag.

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Rachel Colwill, Mr. Nathan Sizemore, Mr. Trevor MacDonald, Ms. Marlo Dodge, and Mr. Brian Somers.

Fit Friday - No Fries! Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Chili, roll and a small milk for $3.50.

There will be a Rugby meeting in the gym at 12:10 today. This is a meeting for returning players only.

SNAC Committee: You’ll be meeting today at 12:00 noon in Room M303.

SADD Committee: You have a meeting today at lunch break, 12:00 noon.

From the Guidance Department:

• Students in STRIVE are asked to attend a meeting today at 11:38 in Room M114, Mrs. Drane’s room. Lunch will be provided.
• Grade Twelve students applying for college or university: If you’ve not already done so, please give your transcript request form to Mr. Armstrong today.
• Students applying to Holland College, please note that the deadline to apply is February 28. This is a “received by” deadline, meaning that your applications, resumes, transcripts, and other supporting documents, if required, must be at the Admissions Office by the 28^th.
• Grade Eleven students should note that Interchange on Canadian Studies is having a student conference, April 26 to May 3, in Regina, Saskatchewan. The theme of the conference is “Energy in our Future: What Kind? What Cost? What Opportunity?” If you’re in Grade 11 and have an interest in a week in Saskatchewan, please see Mr. Armstrong as soon as possible.

Happy Birthday to Jessie Cook!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Paula Johnston, Ms. Marlo Dodge, Ms. Audrey Llewellyn, and Mr. Brian Somers.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Honey garlic meatballs, egg roll, rice, pasta or fries, and a small milk for $4.00.

Parent Newsletters were distributed in Home Room classes this morning. Students are asked to please take these home today.

Teachers: Please do not enter your attendance through SAS until further notice. Please keep your attendance on paper for the time being.

There will be a Student Council meeting today at 11:45 a.m. in M307.

Tomorrow is the last day to place book orders for February. March 2008 and Spring order forms have arrived and will be placed on March 3. Stop by the Library for a form.

The following students are asked to please see Mr. Lea today at lunch break: Terri McGarry and Sarah Haberl.

The following students are asked to please see Mrs. Killeen as soon as possible: Daniel Creed, Blair Johnson, Jacob Jamieson, Vanessa Blackett, Daniel Lanois, Chris Legre, and Kara Beth Kemp.

There will be a Rugby meeting in the gym at 12:10 on Friday, February 15. This is a meeting for returning players only.

Happy Birthday to Jacob Murphy and Adam Smith!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Amanda Purchase, Ms. Paula Johnston and Mr. Brian Somers.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Grilled chicken breast, side, pasta, fries or salad with a small milk for $4.00.

Please support your SADD group…. License plates are being sold during the lunch break at the top of the stairs. Price is $5.

The Armed Forces will have a display at the top of the stairs during the lunch break today. Students interested in this career path should check it out.

Students are reminded of the French Trip meeting at 12:00 noon today in M301. Attendance is a must!

There will be a S.A.V.E. meeting at 11:50 today.

The Debate Club will meet at 3:15 today.

The following students are asked to see Mrs. Killeen as soon as possible: Daniel Creed, Blair Johnson, Jacob Jamieson, Vanessa Blackett, Daniel Lanois, Chris Leger, Kara Beth Kemp.

Anyone wanting to help out with the Grad video are asked to please speak to Lindee Grant. There will be a meeting after school today to discuss everything. Listen to the noon hour announcements for the location of the meeting.

Public meetings to discuss the development of a watershed management plan for the Montague/Valleyfield River systems will be held during the month of February. The first meeting will be held at the Iona Hall on February 19, beginning at 7:00 p.m. These meetings will provide everyone who lives, works, or uses the watershed, the opportunity to voice their concerns and provide ideas about any issues they have. Input from these meetings will help shape the future of the Montague/Valleyfield watersheds. For more information about these meetings, phone 838-3351 or e-mail cleanriver@pei.aibn.com

Happy Birthday to Roland Kennedy, Angela Meyer and Evan Nobles!

Welcome to Ms. Paula Johnston who is a guest teacher here today.

Grads are reminded that the Ski Trip has been postponed. We’re waiting for Brookvale to give us an alternate date, so stay tuned!

The Ladies Basketball team had a very successful weekend at Charlottetown Rural to win the championship game over Amherst. Caleigh Burhoe, Hanna Hameline and Alana Murphy were named players of the game during the tournament. Highlights of the weekend included Becc’s crutches, Hanna’s three pointer, Caleigh’s charge and Bethany’s great ball handling. The ladies play at Bluefield on Wednesday night.

Teachers are reminded that today is “Tech Tuesday”. You are invited to go to the lab to learn how to use the new digital cameras and upload pictures.

Teachers should note that there will be a Social Studies/Language Department meeting today at lunch in Mr. McKinnon’s room at 11:40 a.m.

There will be a Student Council Executive and Winter Carnival Committee meetings at 11:45 a.m. in Room M307. There is NO Student Council meeting after school today.

Students in STRIVE should note that the meeting will take place on Friday at 11:35 in M114. Lunch will be provided.

French Students:

• Any students sixteen years and old who are interested in studying French this summer should check out www.myexplore.ca to see about the Bursary program. Ça vaut la peine!!
• Any Grade Ten Core French or French Immersion students interested in the three month Quebec Exchange program should see Mme Flynn for more information.

French Trip Students: There will be a Wednesday lunch-time meeting (12:00 in M301). A reminder that the February payment is due Wednesday!

Band Students:

• There will be Concert Band after school tomorrow. All members are asked to attend as you are performing in three weeks at the Confederation Center for “Band Days”.
• Ms. LaFrance’s Jazz Combo will be rehearsing after school on Thursday.

Any students wishing to sign up for ASAP (Accelerated Apprenticeship Program) should meet in the Vocational Area this afternoon at 1:45. Note that this opportunity is only open to those students who are sixteen years of age or older.

The High School Musical Pit Band rehearsal is cancelled after school today.

There is a minor change in the High School Musical rehearsal schedule tomorrow and all cast members must be at rehearsal from 4:15 to 5:00 p.m.

Ms. Beck’s Peer Helpers from last semester A, B and D Blocks should report to Ms. Beck’s room. Her last semester C Block Peer Helpers should report to Mr. Nicholson’s room.

There will be Choir tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m.

All classes are cancelled today.

The grade 12 ski trip scheduled for Tuesday is cancelled.

Happy Birthday to Amanda Campbell!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Amy Beck and Marlo Dodge.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Spaghetti with or without meat sauce and a bread stick, with a small white milk for $4.00.

Anyone interested in putting together a Jazz Combo for “The Show”, please meet Sarah Sandford in the music room at first break.

The SADD group will be meeting in Room M303 at 12:00 noon today.

There will be a Blood for Life meeting at 12 today in Mr. Trainor’s room. New members, including staff, are always welcome.

Grade 12 Students are reminded that the Ski Trip to Brookvale will not be happening unless 100 students are sign up and paid by Monday morning at 9:15.  Go to Room M110 today at noon and bring your money!

The Ladies Basketball team will be leaving today at 3:45 p.m. for their tournament at Charlottetown Rural. Girls play this evening at 5:00 against TOSH, 10:00 a.m. on Saturday against Rural, and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday against Amherst. Come in and support your Vikings!

Grade Twelve Students: Those applying to Holland College should note that a representative will be in the Guidance Office over the noon hour on Monday, February 11. Students can drop off their completed applications and the application fee if they wish at that time.

STRIVE students should note there will be a STRIVE meeting on Monday at 11:35 a.m. in Room M114. Lunch will be provided.

Choir Students: There will be no choir next Tuesday after school. Rehearsals will resume on Wednesday.

Badminton Anyone? There is an excellent opportunity available for high school badminton players to get some playing time before the high school season arrives. The Montague Adult Club meets at the Intermediate School on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. and there is court time available for serious high school players. See Mr. Munro in the Carpentry Shop for details.

Library Notices:

Students are reminded that kitbags/backpacks are not permitted in the Library at any time, as per school regulation.

February book orders have arrived and will be placed on February 15, 2008.

Please return all overdue Library books as soon as possible to avoid fines.

UPEI is holding a “High School Day with the UPEI Panthers” on Saturday, February 9^th, in the Sports Centre, starting at 1:00 p.m. This event has been created to further introduce the students to UPEI and post secondary education as well as the fun of getting involved in the athletic aspects of post-secondary education. Included with your ticket is free entry to three varsity games (Women’s Basketball, UPEI vs CBU at 1 pm), (Men’s Basketball, UPEI vs CBU at 3 pm), and (Men’s Hockey, UPEI vs STFX at 4 pm). There is a free BBQ for high school students where they will have the chance to chat and ask questions to current UPEI student athletes from a variety of sports. Students will have the chance to win a free UPEI course for the 08/09 year (valued at $444). There will be prizes and events during game half times, prizes for the best dressed Panther fans (green and white) and prizes for the best represented high school. Students can get tickets at the gate with their student ID or see Miss Currie who also has tickets. Free parking is also available for this event.

Happy Birthday to Shaylee Martin-MacLean and Keith Patton!

We welcome the following guest teacher today: Joe Purchase.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Grilled cheese with a side fries, pasta, or salad and a small white milk for $4.00.

Aaron Fischer is asked to please see Mr. Killeen at first break this morning in Room M307.

Important Notices for Grade Twelve Students:

• This a reminder for students going to Memorial University that a representative is in the Guidance Office this morning at 9:00.
• If there are students wishing to meet with the UNB representative at 1:00 p.m. today, they should see Mr. Armstrong this morning.
• Students applying to Holland College should note that a representative will be in the Guidance Office over the noon hour on Monday, February 11. Students can drop off their completed applications and the application fee if they wish at that time.

STRIVE students should note there will be a STRIVE meeting on Monday at 11:35 a.m. in Room M114. Lunch will be provided.

Band Students: Just a reminder that there is Jazz Combo today after school.

Choir Students: There will not be choir next Tuesday after school. Rehearsals will resume on Wednesday.

Any Grade Ten Immersion or Core French students interested in going on the three-month Quebec exchange next year should see Mme Flynn for more information.

SWITCH Students: Mme Flynn would like to see all the SWITCH members tomorrow at 12:00 noon.

Knitting Club will resume next week (Mondays at lunch).

French Trip students are reminded that there is a sign-up sheet for bagging groceries posted across from Mme. Flynn’s room. Also, remember that February deposits are due on February 13!

Badminton Anyone? There is an excellent opportunity available for high school badminton players to get some playing time before the high school season arrives. The Montague Adult Club meets at the Intermediate School on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. and there is court time available for serious high school players. See Mr. Munro in the Carpentry Shop for details.

Library Notices:

• The Library will not be open after school this week. Regular hours will resume next week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after school until 4:00 p.m.) The Library will still open each morning shortly after 8:00 a.m.
• The Library has a new display of “classic” books; they may look old, but they’re goodies!
• Students are reminded that kitbags/backpacks are not permitted in the Library at any time, as per school regulation.
• February book orders have arrived and will be placed on February 15, 2008.
• Please return all overdue Library books as soon as possible to avoid fines.

The next Driver Education class for Walsh Driving School will start early in February. Anyone interested should phone 651-2231 to register.

Happy Birthday to Kaitlyn Hughes!

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Grilled chicken breast with a side (pasta, salad or fries) and a small white milk for $4.00 OR a fish burger and side with a small white milk for $4.00. Library Notices: