Entries from May 2008 ↓

Happy Birthday to Jillian Furness and Jarrett MacDonald!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Donna White, Mr. Kevin Scully, Mr. Colin MacDonald, Ms. Amy Beck, Mr. Bradley Kerwin, Ms. Paula Johnston, Mr. Roger Kelly, and Ms. Bethany Boudreault.

All students who signed up to play in the Student-Teacher Softball game are asked to please meet in the Cafeteria at the beginning of B Block.

Grade Twelve students are reminded that the deadline to apply for the Alberta Centennial Scholarship, the PEI Mutual Insurance Scholarship, and the Belfast Hockey/Ringette Award is today. Mr. Armstrong is accepting applications today.

Ashley King from Service Canada will be in the Guidance Office over the lunch break today.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Spaghetti, bread stick and with a small white milk for $4:00.

Tryouts today for Track and Field will be for the Senior Men’s 100m, 400m and long jump. Senior Ladies’ tryouts for the 100m will be held on Wednesday after school. All high jump tryouts will be Wednesday at lunch at the Junior High. The full team list will be posted in the gym on Thursday morning.

MRHS Choir and Vocal Class presents Beatle Mania. Come on out for an exciting evening filled with live performances of your favorite Beatles’ tunes and dancing choreographed by our very own Kristena McCormack. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. on May 22. Tickets will be on sale soon. See you there!

The next Learning Disabilities Association Parent Support Group meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 27, at 6:30 p.m. The location will be 40 Enman Crescent, in Charlottetown and the Topic is “Moving Forward - Learning Disabilities/ADHD Support on PEI”. Please call 894-5032 to register at no cost!

Happy Birthday to Sara Walsh!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Amy Beck, Ms. Courtney MacDonald, Mr. Kevin Scully, Ms. Donna White, Mr. Ryan Lowther, Ms. Paula Johnston, Mr. John Gallant and Mr. Roger Kelly.

Home Room Teachers should note that Grade 12 Students are going to be given a ballot to vote for Valedictorian during A Block today. Teachers, please pass completed ballots in to Mrs. McInnis’ mailbox. If a student is absent, have them vote when they come back.

Grade Twelve students are reminded that the deadline to apply for the Alberta Centennial Scholarship, the PEI Mutual Insurance Scholarship, and the Belfast Hockey/Ringette Award is Friday, May 16^th. All of these applications must be given to Mr. Armstrong by 3:00 o’clock tomorrow!

Don Currie from Student Aid will give a presentation today about student loans, commencing at 11:40 in Room M111 (Ms. Beaton’s room).

The Women’s Softball team defeated Morell 13-0 last night. Top batters for Montague were Emily Linthorne, Mariah McIsaac, and Meghan Lafferty, who got her second home run of the season. The next home game is Wednesday against Bluefield. Girls will practice today at 5:30 p.m. Girls are also reminded to give their athletic fees to Jillian as soon as possible!

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Baked potato, choice of toppings (bacon, broccoli, cheese, sour cream), choice of side, with a small white milk for $3.75. The debit machine is now working in the Cafeteria.

Debate Club is meeting today at 11:50.

There will be a Student Council meeting today at 11:40 in Mr. Killeen’s room.

Track practice after school today here at the school. Throwing practice today at noon. You must sign up for the events you’re trying out for by 3:00 p.m. today. Tryouts are Friday after school.

Prom Committee meeting today at 3:10. Thank you for being on time. Snacks will be provided. You’ve only got eleven school days until Prom, so please make your best effort to be there to help!

Soccer: The Under 12 Boys, Under 14 Boys, and Under 16 Boys indoor soccer sessions at MRHS are cancelled this weekend - no more sessions are scheduled at this time.

MRHS Choir and Vocal Class presents Beatle Mania. Come on out for an exciting evening filled with live performances of your favorite Beatles’ tunes and dancing choreographed by our very own Kristena McCormack. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. on May 22. Tickets will be on sale soon. See you there!

From the Guidance Department:

• Grade 12 students, please note that the list is available with the prizes and bursaries that are awarded at the Graduation ceremony. Applications are in the Guidance Office, and when completed, can be given to Mr. Armstrong.
• There is a Bursary that was inadvertently left off the list: The Evelyn J. MacLure Memorial Bursary (actually two [2] bursaries).
• 1. to a student involved in debating and the MRHS Debate Club.
• 2. to a student who will be studying to become a teacher, i.e. eventually planning to obtain a B.Ed degree.
• Grade 10 and Grade 11 Students: Please note that Mr. Armstrong is still taking names of people who may be interested in attending the Terry Fox Youth in Ottawa, for a week during the 2008/2009 school year. If this sounds like something you’d like to do, please go to the Guidance Office today.

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Amy Beck, Ms. Courtney MacDonald, Mr. Kevin Scully, Ms. Paula Johnston, Mr. Robert Kromer, and Ms. Rhonda Bulpitt.

Donation Jars have been passed out to home-rooms. If you did not receive one, please send one student down to Mr. Killeen’s room after announcements to get one.

The Men’s Rugby Team fought a hard game last night against Colonel Gray, but ended up losing by one penalty kick. The next game is here on Thursday against Kensington.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Grilled chicken, choice of side, and a small white milk for $4.00.

Anyone who has ordered a DVD from The High School Musical and hasn’t paid must pay Mrs. Hicken immediately. A DVD will not be ordered unless you pay first.

There will be make-up fitness tests for Ms. Nabuurs’ classes today at 11:40.

There will be Guitar Club today at 11:45 a.m. in Room W303.

S.A.V.E. will meet today at 11:50 a.m.

Track practice after school today at the track. Throwing practice today at noon. You must sign up for the events you’re trying out for by Thursday at 3:00 p.m. Tryouts are Friday after school.

Band Students: Concert Band will be held after school today and Jazz Combo tomorrow. All members are asked to attend as you are preparing for your year end concert. Flute Sectional will be held today at 11:40 to 12:00 noon.

Debate Club is reminded that you will meet tomorrow at lunch to prepare for your debate verses Morell next week.

Prom Committee meeting on Thursday at 3:10. Thank you for being on time. Snacks will be provided. You’ve only got eleven school days until Prom, so please make your best effort to be there to help!

From the Guidance Department:

• Grade 12 students, please note that the list is available with the prizes and bursaries that are awarded at the Graduation ceremony. Applications are in the Guidance Office, and when completed, can be given to Mr. Armstrong.
• There is a Bursary that was inadvertently left off the list: The Evelyn J. MacLure Memorial Bursary (actually two [2] bursaries).
• 1. to a student involved in debating and the MRHS Debate Club.
• 2. to a student who will be studying to become a teacher, i.e. eventually planning to obtain a B.Ed degree.
• Also, applications are in the Guidance Office for students affiliated with the Belfast Minor Hockey Association or the Belfast Ringette Association. The two associations are offering an award to a deserving graduate, and applications must be passed in to Mr. Armstrong by Friday, May16th.
• Regarding Student Loans: A representative will be in Room M111 over the noon hour on Thursday (and into D Block if necessary) to speak about student loans and the application process. Parents are invited to attend this also, if they wish.
• Want to be a Counsellor at a Summer Camp? Oak Acres is again offering a Counsellor-in-Training Program for 14-16 year olds. Applications are in the Guidance Office.
• Grade 10 and Grade 11 Students: Please note that Mr. Armstrong is still taking names of people who may be interested in attending the Terry Fox Youth in Ottawa, for a week during the 2008/2009 school year. If this sounds like something you’d like to do, please go to the Guidance Office today.

School Board Elections on May 26^th: School trustees provide a strong parent voice in our education system. Parents are encouraged to get out and vote on Monday, May 26, 2008. For more information on the candidates or where to vote, call your school board office or visit www.electionspei.ca.

Happy Birthday to Brandi Weibel!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Amy Beck, Mr. John Gallant and Mr. Steven Clements.

Grade 12 Students should note that the Belfast Minor Hockey Association and the Belfast Ringette Association are offering a scholarship for Graduates of ‘08. Applications are in the Guidance Office and must be passed in to Mr. Armstrong by Friday, May 16th.

Congratulations to the Women’s AAA Rugby Team who destroyed Westile in their game last evening, beating them 30-5. Scoring for Montague were Kayla Publicover, Dana Lavers, Katie Nicholson, Megan Collings, Jill Lea, and Megan MacDonald.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Bacon cheeseburger, choice of side, and a small white milk for $4.00.

SADD students will meet at 11:38 am today in Room M303.

There will be a mandatory Student Council meeting today at lunch in Mr. Killeen’s room.

All Debate Club members are asked to see Mr. Lea today during lunch break.

There will be an Interact meeting today at 11:50 a.m. in Mr. Jamieson’s room. Everyone, please attend.

There will be Women’s Ensemble at lunch and Choir after school today.

There will be a short meeting of all Grade 12 Students during D Block in the Cafeteria. Students are to go to their D Block classes and wait to be called down. Candidates for Valedictorian and Historian will be speaking.

Anyone who has ordered a DVD from The High School Musical and hasn’t paid must pay Mrs. Hicken immediately. A DVD will not be ordered unless you pay first.

There will be Guitar Club tomorrow at 11:45 a.m. in Room W303.

From the Guidance Department:

• Grade 12 students, please note that the list is available with the prizes and bursaries that are awarded at the Graduation ceremony. Applications are in the Guidance Office, and when completed, can be given to Mr. Armstrong.
• There is a Bursary that was inadvertently left off the list: The Evelyn J. MacLure Memorial Bursary (actually two [2] bursaries).

1. to a student involved in debating and the MRHS Debate Club.

2. to a student who will be studying to become a teacher, i.e. eventually planning to obtain a B.Ed degree.

Happy Birthday to Carlene Campbell, Willie Ray Campbell, Crystal Greencorn, Jack Nicholson, and Curtis Penny!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Amy Beck and Mr. Doug Weeks.

The following students are asked to please see Mr. Killeen at first break this morning: Stephen Clark, Katie Jordon, Jordan Miller, Jessie Cook, Vicky McLaughlin, Joanna Sudsbury, and Mitchell Visser.

The following students are asked to please see Mme Flynn today:  Jillian Lea, John MacCormac, Sarah Jane Fraser, Julia Rose, Quiller Sharrett, and Filipe Nunes.

Student Council Elections are being held today during B Block. Students, when you are called to the gym, please bring a pen to write with.

Cast and Crew of The High School Musical: Just a reminder that all cast and crew of the musical must see Mrs. Killeen or Mme Flynn today and tomorrow about costume payment. All money must be turned in by 3:30 on Tuesday.

The Women’s Rugby Team will meet in Room M307 for a team lunch. The Women’s Team hosts West Isle tonight at 7:30.

The Softball games are on this evening, beginning at 5:30. Men’s Softball practice right after school.

SADD students will meet at 11:38 am tomorrow, Tuesday, in Room M303.

Band Students: Concert Band will be held Wednesday after school and Jazz Combo will be Thursday after school.  There will be a Flute Sectional on Tuesday of this week at 12:00 noon.  All members are asked to attend as you are preparing for your year end concert.

Very Important Track & Field Announcements:

• The Track running tryout date has been switched to this Friday, May 16^th.
• Throwing tryouts will be held next Tuesday and Wednesday at 12:00 noon.
• Jumping tryouts will be held on Wednesday of next week.
• Remember… in order to tryout, you must attend a minimum of three practices.
• Sign-ups are posted on the Physical Education bulletin board.

Kid’s Carnival: Sunday, May 25 (Rain date is June 1), from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at the Confederation Landing in Charlottetown. This is an amazing afternoon of fun with carnival games, bouncy tents, clowns, facepainting, magic and tons more. Child Find PEI will be there with displays and demonstrations on bike safety, fingerprinting and fire safety. Bracelets are $12 (unlimited fun) and tickets are $5 for 20. Proceeds will go to Child Find PEI and to help build an outdoor playground at an orphanage in China!

To: Parents and Guardians of Students in E.S.D.

From: Dr. Alexander (Sandy) MacDonald

Date: Friday, May 9, 2008

Subject: School Bus Services to Resume on Monday, May 12. 

Transportation services for all students in the Eastern School District are expected to be in place for Monday, May 12^th. The School District is confident that the inspection of busses, the repairs to busses and the addition of new busses has been accomplished with the safety of our students in mind. Parents and students will see the bussing system start up with no changes to pick up and drop off times. The only change will be the number on the school bus picking up some students. The change in bus numbers will be communicated to schools and the bus numbers will be located on the bus windows.

During the week of May 12 - May 16, busses will not be used for after school extra-curricular activities. This will allow the time to add our back-up busses to the fleet.

If any unexpected changes are required for Monday morning, announcements will be carried on the local radio stations and on the District website. ( www.edu.pe.ca/esd)

At this time, I thank all students, parents, staff and members of the public for their patience during our change in bus service. To all those who have been involved in going the extra mile to ensure the safety of our children, I applaud your tireless efforts over the last few days.

Changes affecting Montague Students:

Bus 425 has been removed from service, this bus will be replaced with a new International bus on a temporary basis only. A sign will be placed in the new bus window to help identify the bus to the students.

Happy Birthday to Drew Brehaut, Raymond Martell, and Kelsey Roberts! We missed Lucas Lavandier’s birthday yesterday, so make sure you wish him a Happy Belated Birthday today!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Ms. Paula Johnston, Mr. Steven Clements, Mr. John Gallant, Mr. Andrew Murchison, Mr. Ryan Lowther, Mr. Bradley Kerwin, and Mr. Kevin Scully.

Congratulations to Ms. Rachel Colwill who will graduate with her Bachelor of Education, and to Ms. Chantelle Beaton, Ms. Bethany MacLeod and Ms. Karen Malone who will graduate with their Masters of Education from UPEI on Sunday, May 11, 2008.

This just in! Montague Regional High School is starting up their very own UFC. The Ultimate Frisbee Challenge signup sheet is outside the gym. Today will be the last day to sign up your team! On Monday, the Staff Hawks play Daniel Taylor’s team.

Track and Field athletes: Check the bulletin board in the gym today for sign-ups!

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Pasta bake, garlic breadstick and a small white milk for $4.00.

This is the last day for Student Council election sheets to be passed in. Elections will take place on Monday.

Guitar Club will be meeting today at 11:45 a.m. in Room W303.

Tuxedo Rental Opportunity: Moores Mens Wear are having a “Montague High” night on Saturday, May 10, between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. (That’s this Saturday) There will be free pop and pizza for every student that comes in to book a tuxedo during that time. Students will also receive 10% off their rental for prom if they book on May 10^th. Just a reminder that students are required to have a $20.00 down payment at time of booking, and the fitting deadline for Montague High School Prom is May 23^rd.

Happy Birthday to Drew Brehaut, Raymond Martell, and Kelsey Roberts!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Mr. Kevin Scully, Ms. Bethany Boudreault, Mr. John Gallant, and Ms. Lynn Hayes.

Students involved in the Math Assessment for UPEI should note that the test date is changed to May 21, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Men’s Rugby game is cancelled this evening, but there will be a practice.

There will be a French trip meeting today at 12:00 noon. Attendance is mandatory.

Student Council meeting at lunch break (11:45 a.m.) in Mr. Killeen’s room.

All Debate Club members are asked to please meet at 11:50 a.m. in Mr. Lea’s room.

Track running practice today after school in the gymnasium. Throwing practices will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 12:00 noon.

SNAC meeting is scheduled for today at 12:10 in the gym.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Grilled chicken breast on a bun, choice of side, and a small white milk for $4.00.

All cast and crew members of the musical should see Mme Flynn and/or Mrs. Killeen as soon as possible to pay for your musical clothing.

Guitar Club will be meeting on Friday at 11:45 a.m. in Room W303.

Tuxedo Rental Opportunity: Moores Mens Wear are having a “Montague High” night on Saturday, May 10, between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. (That’s this Saturday) There will be free pop and pizza for every student that comes in to book a tuxedo during that time. Students will also receive 10% off their rental for prom if they book on May 10^th. Just a reminder that students are required to have a $20.00 down payment at time of booking, and the fitting deadline for Montague High School Prom is May 23^rd.

Bantam AAA Baseball Conditioning Camp for anyone in the Kings County and Tracadie areas: Thursday, May 8^th, (if fine weather) at 6:30 pm at Peakes ball diamond. If weather is not fine, then the camp will take at 7:30 pm at the Morell Consolidated School gym. For more information, contact Scott Power at 651-2521 or Danny Larkin at 961-3211.

Midget AAA Baseball Conditioning Camp for anyone in the Kings County area is being held on Monday, May 12, at 6:30 pm at the Morell church field. (call same as above for information)

PEI School bus service will not be offered by the three Island school boards on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9, 2008, while the Department of Transportation and Public Works conducts an inspection of school buses. This decision resulted from a structural inspection conducted this week by the Department of Transportation and Public Works where structural deficiencies were found in some older school buses.

Students travelling on Bus 425 (Wayne Dooks) will go home on Bus 438 (John Daley) . 

Students travelling on Bus 475 (Allister Veinot) will go home on Bus 416 (Steve MacLean).

Thank you for your cooperation.

Happy Birthday to Kyle Carver!

Welcome to the following guest teachers: Mr. Trevor MacDonald, Mr. Brian Somers, Ms. Rachel Colwill, Mr. Kevin Scully, Mr. Bradley Kerwin, Ms. Amanda Purchase, and Ms. Courtney MacDonald.

Congratulations to Laura MacRae who won ADL/Sport PEI Junior Belle Player of the Year, Sandra Hicken who was recognized as Volunteer of the Year, and the players (Rebecca Collings, Marcelenna Collings, Victoria Leard, Raelynn Crane and Baily Gillis) who were on the 2008 Junior Provincial Team which won Team of the Year.

Today’s Special in the Cafeteria: Baked ham, mashed potatoes, side of carrots, and a small white milk for $4.00. The Cafeteria now has ice cream products: creamsicles, sandwiches, fudgesticks - $1.25 each.

There will be no S.A.V.E. meeting today. SAVE will meet next Wednesday at 11:50.

All cast and crew of The High School Musical should see Mme Flynn and/or Mrs. Killeen to pay for your musical clothing as soon as possible.

There will be a French trip meeting tomorrow at 12:00 noon. Attendance is mandatory.

To accommodate the musical performances in the Cafeteria, remember that the Girl’s washroom on the first floor will be closed during A and B Blocks today, and the Cafeteria will be closed at morning break today.

Track practice today. Students should attend practice unless they have prior approval. Throwing practices will begin Tuesday at noon.

SNAC meeting is scheduled for Thursday (tomorrow) at 12:10 in the gym.

Softball players can pick up their uniforms today at 12:10. Softball teams will be leaving at 3:30 from the Student Entrance today.

Tuxedo Rental Opportunity: Moores Mens Wear are having a “Montague High” night on Saturday, May 10, between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. (That’s this Saturday) There will be free pop and pizza for every student that comes in to book a tuxedo during that time. Students will also receive 10% off their rental for prom if they book on May 10^th. Just a reminder that students are required to have a $20.00 down payment at time of booking, and the fitting deadline for Montague High School Prom is May 23^rd.

Bantam AAA Baseball Conditioning Camp for anyone in the Kings County and Tracadie areas: Thursday, May 8^th, (if fine weather) at 6:30 pm at Peakes ball diamond. If weather is not fine, then the camp will take at 7:30 pm at the Morell Consolidated School gym. For more information, contact Scott Power at 651-2521 or Danny Larkin at 961-3211.

Midget AAA Baseball Conditioning Camp for anyone in the Kings County area is being held on Monday, May 12, at 6:30 pm at the Morell church field. (call same as above for information)