Announcements

Hey Lions!  Wanna go on a safari?  LEAP is thrilled because TODAY, during both lunches, you can do just that, go on a safari. Our very own Ms. Haddad will be sharing her experiences as a co-owner of a Safari Company in South Africa.  Come and join us in the lecture hall TODAY during your lunch.  

The Jack Chapter will be meeting tonight after school at 3:05pm in Room 3021. Please be prepared to stay until 4:00pm. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Miss Dabrowski. Thank you and have a mentally healthy day! 

TODAY is the final day to get your talent submitted to ACS' Got Talent!!  Email Mrs. Ratelband by midnight TONIGHT!! Believe in yourself!

Anyone still wishing to join us for Assumption Cares who has not yet registered needs to bring their registration forms to Room 3011 and see Mr. O'Brien.  Just a reminder that paying school cash online does not register you.  You must hand in your registration form and get a pledge form to be eligible to participate.

Attention all STEM members. Mr Page asks that you check your emails and D2L page as he has posted several upcoming opportunities that require immediate attention. If you have any questions, either email him or drop by Room 3005.

ACS Student Council will be hosting our Spring Coffee House on May 4th! Do you have a musical talent you'd like to share? Auditions for this event will be held during both lunches on Thursday April 6th in the lecture hall. If you are unable to make the auditions but would like to participate, please email Ms Ristov with a short video submission.

Did you know that Turkey and Syria were both affected by catastrophic earthquakes recently. The people are in need of aid and you can help by buying some bags of candy! The ACE Committee will be selling bags of candy during both lunches at the back of the caf during the week of April 3rd-April 6th . Bags will cost a minimum of 3 dollars, but everyone is encouraged to donate as much as they want! Also, hidden inside five randomly selected bags will be golden tickets that can be redeemed for big belly cookies in the caf. All donated money will be going towards relief for those affected by the floods.

The YMCA Youth Transition Program will be at ACS again next Tuesday during both lunches. Curious to see what it’s all about? Drop into TLC at the beginning of your lunch and learn about what the program can do for you. In addition to their services, they can help you network in the community and set you up with necessary resources. There is no pressure to stay or sign up if you feel the program isn’t for you. So come out, check it out, grab a snack, and learn something new! 

If any Senior Badminton players need a cab to PJ for their game tonight, please let Mr. Dyjack know by the end of Period 1. 

The GSA is meeting in Room 1035 today during both lunches.

This message is for Grade 12 students who have signed up for the Euclid Math Contest.  There will be a study session today after school in Room 3011.  All who have signed up are invited to attend.  

Attention Knitting Club.  Our meeting is TODAY at junior lunch and after school from 3pm to 4pm in Portable 17. Email Mrs. Cameron if you can't make it. Bring your blankets. 

Attention NTS cast and crew. A reminder of your mandatory LAST REHEARSAL tonight, from 3pm to 6pm. Some important information will be relayed at the start, so do not be late!

Attention all STEM members. Mr Page asks that you check your emails and D2L page as he has posted several upcoming opportunities that require immediate attention. If you have any questions, either email him or drop by Room 3005.

Anyone wanting to participate in Assumption Cares can still register.  Bring your registration form to Mr. O’Brien in Room 3011 to get registered.

Hey Lions!  Wanna go on a safari?  LEAP is thrilled because this Friday March 31st, during both lunches, you can do just that, go on a safari. Our very own Ms. Haddad will be sharing her experiences as a co-owner of a Safari Company in South Africa.  Come and join us in the lecture hall, during your lunch.  

The countdown is on!  Only 3 days remain to get your talent submitted to ACS' Got Talent!! We're looking for all kinds of art - stand-up comedy, monologues, skits, dance, drawing, painting, photography, poetry, singing, playing an instrument, bands and even film commercials or film shorts. Prizes start at $100 and are catered to your art form.  Email Mrs. Ratelband by Friday, March 31st at midnight!! Believe in yourself!

The Spanish Club will meet on Thursday, March 30th in Room 2006 at the beginning of first lunch (11:40am).  All are invited. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Bender, Ms. Pacheco or Ms. Cassano. Gracias.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul needs our help. They have reached out to ACS and are in need of toiletry items. For this week, a toiletry drive will begin in your period 1 class. The following items are needed: bars of soap, body wash, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and deodorant. If you do not have a period 1 class, please bring items to Ms. Mosher’s class, Room 1003. Thank you in advance for your support as we serve our community the way Christ has called us to.   

Have nothing to do at lunch?  Want to better yourself?  Looking for some help with building a resume that is noticeable? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then why not join the Youth Transitions Program? There is no commitment to join. Stay as long or as little as you like.  Addie and Janessa are Youth Transition Program leaders from the YMCA. They will be at ACS during both lunches to meet with you and offer their services.  If interested, go to TLC at the beginning of either 1st or 2nd lunch on Wednesday March 29th to investigate and participate.  All are welcome. 

NTS Drama Festival starts Wednesday! The festival features 2-3 plays a night including entries from Cayuga Secondary, St. John's, PJ, Hagersville Secondary, McKinnon Park,  and Waterford Schools. Assumption performs second on Thursday, March 30th.  Bring $10 cash to the Caledonia Fairgrounds and support the student run production! Box office opens at 5:15pm with the first show starting at 6p.m. Break a leg, Lions!

Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Mac and Cheese wiht a side of Garlic Bread for $5.00.  Have an awesome day Lions!

A reminder that tomorrow is the last day to register for Assumption Cares and still get a free t-shirt.  You can hand in your registration at both lunches in the cafeteria today and tomorrow.  Get your registration form in and get started on those pledges Lions!

There will be Junior Boys Soccer tryouts TODAY from 4:30pm to 6pm and Tuesday from 3pm to 4:30pm.  Please let Mr. Dyjack know if you can not make it. 

Attention all Vocal Ensemble members - a reminder that if you're wanting to sing for the school's Easter Mass, please remain until 4:30pm.  All other members are invited to leave at 4pm.

Another Varsity Girls Soccer Tryout will take place at 3:00pm today. Please meet in the gym ready for either an indoor or outdoor tryout. Another cut will be made after today. If you are unable to attend, please let one of the coaches know.  

Hey Lions!  Wanna go on a safari?  LEAP is thrilled because this Friday March 31st, during both lunches, you can do just that, go on a safari. Our very own Ms. Haddad will be sharing her experiences as a co-owner of a Safari Company in South Africa.  Come and join us in the lecture hall, during your lunch.  

Attention Knitting Club.  Our meeting is this Wednesday March 29th at junior lunch and after school from 3pm to 4pm in Portable 17. Email Mrs. Cameron if you can't make it. Bring your blankets. 

Attention all new Prefect recruits: please download the OUTLOOK APP and check your school email regularly regarding next steps to our recruitment process.  A special 'thank-you' goes out to the teachers and staff who encouraged some of our young leaders to apply.  Sometimes all it takes is someone else believing in us that makes all the difference.

The countdown is on!  Only 5 days remain to get your talent submitted to ACS' Got Talent!! We're looking for all kinds of art - stand-up comedy, monologues, skits, dance, drawing, painting, photography, poetry, singing, playing an instrument, bands and even film commercials or film shorts. Prizes start at $100 and are catered to your art form.  Email Mrs. Ratelband by Friday, March 31st at midnight!! Believe in yourself!

The Spanish Club will meet on Thursday, March 30th in Room 2006 at the beginning of first lunch (11:40am).  All are invited. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Bender, Ms. Pacheco or Ms. Cassano. Gracias.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul needs our help. They have reached out to ACS and are in need of toiletry items. For this week, a toiletry drive will begin in your period 1 class. The following items are needed: bars of soap, body wash, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and deodorant. If you do not have a period 1 class, please bring items to Ms. Mosher’s class, Room 1003. Thank you in advance for your support as we serve our community the way Christ has called us to.   

Have nothing to do at lunch?  Want to better yourself?  Looking for some help with building a resume that is noticeable? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then why not join the Youth Transitions Program? There is no commitment to join. Stay as long or as little as you like.  Addie and Janessa are Youth Transition Program leaders from the YMCA. They will be at ACS during both lunches to meet with you and offer their services.  If interested, go to TLC at the beginning of either 1st or 2nd lunch to investigate and participate.  All are welcome. 

Attention Class of 2023!  There is a NEW Scholarship Opportunity.  The Schulich Builder Scholarships for Skilled Trades with amounts up to $40,000.  Schulich Builders are responsible, hardworking, dedicated people who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, meet college admission requirements, and are enrolling in a full-time, eligible skilled trade one-year certificate or two-year diploma program at a participating college starting in Fall 2023.  If you are interested and meet these criteria, please email Ms. Christie by FRIDAY MARCH 31, 2023

Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Penne Pasta with Meatballs, served with Red Sauce and Garlic Bread for $5.00.  Add a jet juice for $6.50.  Have an awesome day Lions!

All those who gave your ticket to Mrs. Ratelband to see the preview show for NTS, come straight to the cafeteria for attendance, immediately following the announcements.  Teachers check your email for the list of actors, crew and directors who are involved in the show and will be missing period 1 class. A reminder that this is still a work in progress, so we ask that you look on with a gentle eye.

Attention Indigenous Students!  During both lunches TODAY, there will be a drop-in session in the Reading Room in the Library.  This gathering is to get input on next steps for Indigenous activities and promote well-being.  Light lunch is offered.

The 180 Team is meeting today in the chapel on both lunches.

This message is for grade 12 students who have signed up for the Euclid Math Contest.  There will be a study session today after school in room 3011.  All who have signed up are invited to attend.

Attention all STEM Council members. There is a meeting scheduled TODAY after school (Thursday March 23rd) in Mr. Page's Room 3005.

There will be a second Senior Boys Soccer tryout TODAY from 4:30pm to 6pm. If you can not make the tryout make sure to let Mr. Dyjack know. Junior soccer tryouts will begin next week. Make sure to listen for an announcement early next week. 

All students interested in joining Assumption Cares are reminded to bring in their registration form along with their School Cash Online receipt to the cafeteria at either lunch.  Remember, you must be registered by the end of Tuesday in order to get a free t-shirt.

Attention all boys interested in playing Lacrosse.  There is a sign-up sheet outside the Male Phys. Ed office.  All players who wish to play must have their own equipment.  Permission forms can also be picked up beside the sign-up sheet on the board outside Mr. Petrella's office.

Attention all those wishing to join our Prefect TEAM: This Friday, March 24, is the hard DEADLINE to drop off your completed application package to TLC during YOUR LUNCH.  Remember, you can submit your application EARLY, just NOT late.  No exceptions will be made.  Thank you for your interest in our ACS Prefect Program.  We look forward to meeting you.

Attention Class of 2023!  Every year the Stedman Foundation Bursary helps a number of students in Brantford and Brant County pay for their post secondary education. A bursary looks at a student’s level of financial need and their academic success. Typically, bursaries do not require marks as high as those needed to win scholarships. For more information see your Grad D2L Page.

Calling all grade 12s!  Registration for the Grad Retreat is now open! Spend the day hanging out with friends at beautiful Camp Marydale near Hamilton overlooking the lake. Have a barbeque lunch. See the poster beside the library fountain and on the second floor beside the chaplain's office. You can pay online anytime. 

Looking for Volunteer Hours?  The Brantford Synchro Club needs volunteers for the weekend of April 29th.  Please see the Guidance page on D2L if interested.

Are you an Indigenous Student who has applied and been accepted to Western University?  There is an excellent Scholarship Opportunity waiting for you!    Please see the Grad D2L page or email Ms. Christie for details.

You want to know more about ACS' Got Talent? The panel of teacher adjudicators will decide on the top 10. The top 10 will then appear on the stage LIVE on Wednesday, April 19th to an audience who will have a chance to vote to choose the top 5. Winners will receive prizes valued at $100 and above. These prizes will compliment your chosen art form. So email Mrs. Ratelband with your talent by Friday, March 31st at midnight! That's next Friday!

We are Assumption College.  As part of our Catholic learning community, our hope is that you grow in faith and service.  The Brantford Blessing Soup Kitchen is looking to hold a workshop to train ACS students for their Soup Kitchen.  You will receive 4 hours of community service for attending the workshop, a t-shit and inspiration.  The session will be held on a Saturday this Spring.  If you are interested in volunteering with the Blessing Center you must enroll for this workshop.  All interested students are invited to sign up using the Forms Link on the ACS Guidance D2L Page.  Sign Up Closes Friday March 31st.