Morning Announcements
Thursday March 5, 2026
1. Congratulations to the school mixed curling team, who represented us at CWOSSA this week. The team opened with a strong performance, and we won our first game. After two disappointing losses we were eliminated, but we fought hard every game. Well done team.
2. A reminder to all Vocal Ensemble members that your solo auditions for “Promises” are due by Friday, March 6th (that’s tomorrow!) by midnight. You can post to D2L OR email your auditions to noneill@bhncdsb.ca
3. Attention graduating students! Today’s the day, the valedictorian vote closed at 3 pm. Check your student email or the grad Brightspace page.
4. Today's special is Tex mex Loaded fries or nachos with Tex mex beef, salsa, sour cream cheese sauce and green onions for $8.25. Nachos and cheese $4.99
Tuesday March 3, 2026
1. Attention all students in the Non profit and Child Care S.H.S.M. You have a mandatory trip on March 10th. Please be sure to check your email and the D2L page as soon as possible. On TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY of this week, please pick up a form from your lead teacher, either Ms. Lachance in room 2060 or Ms. Torto in portable 13.
2. Students interested in writing the Fryer, Galois, Hypatia or Euclid Math contests, please check the Math or STEM D2L pages for a quiz to sign up. You can also email Mr. Stec if you are interested.
3. Business SHSM students... how’s your stock portfolio doing? Are you up? Are you down? Time to buy? Time to sell? Check in today after school with Mr. Virdo in Room 2006 for some more investment tips. This is for all Business SHSM students in the Stock Market Challenge, today after school, Room 2006.
4. Thank you to all those who have signed up to join the Prefect team. If you’re still thinking about it, stop by TLC on your lunch to pick up an application to join. Spots are limited, so don’t wait too long. We look forward to meeting you!
5. Congratulations to our Junior Girls Volleyball team on an outstanding performance at the CWOSSA Championship! The team dominated in pool play, finishing in first place and advanced to the gold medal game. After a hard-fought 4 sets the girls earned an impressive silver medal, representing our school with incredible pride and sportsmanship. We are so proud of their effort and commitment all season long. Congratulations again on your undefeated regular season and an amazing run at CWOSSA!!
6. Attention Senior students: This is your reminder that the School Letter and Lion Award application will be released tomorrow - Wednesday, March 4th. Applications can be signed out from the library with Ms. Santos or Ms. Engell
7. A reminder to Vocal Ensemble members that rehearsal goes from 3-4:30 today! See you in the lecture hall!
8. Today's caf special will be Mashed potato bowl topped with popcorn chicken, mozzarella cheese, corn and gravy for $7.25. Cinnamon buns at 10:15 am.
Monday March 2, 2026
Monday March 2, 2026
1. Attention Senior students: This is your reminder that the School Letter and Lion Award application will be released on Wednesday, March 4th. Applications can be signed out from the library with Ms. Santos or Ms. Engell.
2. Attention graduating students! Come and meet your valedictorian candidates! Their essays are posted outside of the main office. The vote is March 5th.
3. Introducing a brand‑new library experience! Join us for our first-ever Tea with LAC on Monday, March 9 in the Library Fishbowl after school until approximately 4:30. Enjoy snacks or drinks inspired by different books, listen to exciting book descriptions, and see if you can guess the titles to win fun prizes! This FREE event has limited spots, so be sure to sign up in the library by the end of the day Friday, March 6.
4. Hey Lions, would you like to join our ACS Prefect Team? If so, bring your lunch & a friend to the Lecture Hall on TODAY during YOUR lunch to find out more about our ACS Prefect Program and how to join. We only recruit ONCE per year, so don’t miss your chance. We look forward to meeting you!
5. Attention all students in the Non profit and Child Care S.H.S.M. You have a mandatory trip on March 10th. Please be sure to check your email and the D2L page as soon as possible. On TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY of this week, please pick up a form from your lead teacher, either Ms. Lachance in room 2060 or Ms. Torto in portable 13.
6. Business SHSM Students, Attention Business SHSM students – a reminder that there is very important meeting today, beginning at 1:30pm in Room 1019 Computer Lab to launch our Pitch Your Vision competition. That’s Today at 1:30pm in Room 1019 for all Business SHSM students.
7. Congratulations to the senior boy’s basketball team who competed at CWOSSA this past weekend. Although it wasn’t the result we were hoping for, we are so proud of the team for their dedication and success this season. It has been 20 years since the last first place finish! A big shout out goes to the senior boys who will not be returning. We look forward to seeing the players returning next year!
8. Senior boys' rugby players, your first training session is tonight from 4-6, please ensure you have a signed permission form. Juniors and bantams' boys, you are tomorrow from 4-6.
9. Congratulations to our Blind Date With a Book Found Poem Contest Winners! A big round of applause to Yashara Amen and Divine Arthur for their creative and standout entries! Thank you to all our wonderful participants who took a chance on a mystery book and turned it into poetry. Winners - please come down after ATV to pick up your prize!
10. Monday's cafe special in the servery will be Cheese tortellini with Parma Rosa sauce and a side of garlic toast for $5.75.
Have a great day Lions!
Friday February 27, 2026
Friday February 27, 2026
1. Attention grade nines and seniors! Faith and Fellowship is starting up again for the first time this semester! It is no longer something that only happens at senior lunch. There are now meetings being run during the grade nine lunch EVERY Friday! If you're in grade nine and want to grow deeper in your faith or be able to talk about real life problems, go to room 1004 TODAY. If you have any questions, please contact Peyton Hyttenrauch.
2. Seniors! We are now in room 1008 during the senior lunch every Friday! This week we're sharing stories of things that God has done in your life. If you have any questions, please contact Brianna Cook. Come on out if you're in grade 9, 11, or 12. Again, that's grade nines during grade nine lunch TODAY in room 1004, and seniors during senior lunch TODAY in room 1008.
3. Hey Lions, would you like to join our ACS Prefect Team? If so, bring your lunch & a friend to the Lecture Hall on Mon. March 2 during YOUR lunch to find out more about our ACS Prefect Program and how to join. We only recruit ONCE per year, so don’t miss your chance. We look forward to meeting you!
4. Lions, Why Not City Missions and the St Vincent De Paul are offering a unique opportunity for you to help raise awareness and funds for homelessness in our community. “The Coldest Night of The Year” event is happening on February 28, and is a 5.2 Km walk that you can participate in. Please see the QR codes on the flyer posted near the main office. Thank you for walking to make a difference in the lives of those who need it!
5. Can all SHSM Students in Social Justice please come see MS, Torto today in Portable 13
6. Attention DELF B1 candidates: there is a DELF help session today at 3:00 PM in room 2005. This session is for B1 candidates only. We will focus on exam strategies and answer your questions to help you feel confident and prepared. See you there!
7. Attention members of Concert and Junior Band: a reminder to take instruments home and practice for next week’s rehearsals. We have some big things cooking up for semester 2.
8. Congratulations to the girls hockey team for a successful season. The girls finished the regular season and tournament play with a 13 win 0 loss record. The girls secured a trip to the final with a dominant 5-0 win over BCI in the semi finals. In the AABHN final, the girls fell short to a solid Paris team by a score of 3-2. The girls were lead all season by Emerson O’Neill, Kayli Sault, Julia McIntosh, Carling Ruddell and Victoria Sharp. Wish the girls luck as they travel to CWOSSA next week.
9. Attention all students interested in playing Assumption Football for the 2026 season. There will be a mandatory meeting today at the beginning of all three lunch periods in the Lecture Hall. Please attend your scheduled lunch break. Anyone planning to play Junior or Senior football in 2026 must attend. Thank you.
10. Today's cafe special is Buffalo Chicken Poutine topped with mozzarella cheese, gravy, ranch dressing and green onions for $7.25. Egg salad sandwiches available today in the cooler for $4.00. Cinnamon buns available at 10:15 am.
Have a great day Lions!
Thursday February 26, 2026
1. The Blind Date with a Book Contest is still running! Come to the library, unwrap a mystery book, and use lines from the book to create your own found poem. Submit your poem by the end of the day tomorrow, February 27th for a chance to win one of two Amazon gift cards. Make sure your poem is original and, if possible, printed or displayed in a creative way. Drop in, get creative, and let a surprise-read spark something new!
2. Senior Boys Rugby will begin next week. Monday 4:00-6:00pm and Thursday 3-4:30pm
3. Junior and Bantam boys' rugby will be Tuesday from 4:00-6pm and Thursday 4:30pm-6pm. Please grab a permission form by the male physed office and fill out the QR code. Any questions please talk to Doctor Denison-Hewko.
4. If you are registered for the ACS England and France trip for March 2027, please check your school email and the trip D2L page for important updates about the trip. If you haven’t done so already, please see Mrs. McLaughlin on your lunch in room 2052 to pick up the mandatory permission form package. If you are not registered on the trip but are still interested in going, there are now only two spots left! Grab a flyer on the door of room 2052 or scan the QR on the LEAP bulletin board for more information or to register.
5. Attention all students interested in playing Assumption Football for the 2026 season.
6. There will be a mandatory meeting on February 27th at the beginning of all three lunch periods in the Lecture Hall. Please attend on your scheduled lunch break.
7. Anyone planning to play Junior or Senior football in 2026 must attend. Thank you.
8. Hey Lions, would you like to join our ACS Prefect Team? If so, bring your lunch & a friend to the Lecture Hall on Mon. March 2 during YOUR lunch to find out more about our ACS Prefect Program and how to join. We only recruit ONCE per year, so don’t miss your chance. We look forward to meeting you!
9. Lions, Why Not City Missions and the St Vincent De Paul are offering a unique opportunity for you to help raise awareness and funds for homelessness in our community. “The Coldest Night of The Year” event is happening on February 28, and is a 5.2 Km walk that you can participate in. Please see the QR codes on the flyer posted near the main office. Thank you for walking to make a difference in the lives of those who need it!
10. Attention grade nines and seniors! Faith and Fellowship is starting up again for the first time this semester! It is no longer something that only happens at senior lunch. There are now meetings being run during the grade nine lunch EVERY Friday! If you're in grade nine and want to grow deeper in your faith or be able to talk about real life problems, go to room 1004 THIS Friday. If you have any questions, please contact Peyton Hyttenrauch.
11. Seniors! We are now in room 1008 during the senior lunch every Friday! This week we're sharing stories of things that God has done in your life. If you have any questions, please contact Brianna Cook. Come on out if you're in grade 9, 11, or 12. Again, that's grade nines during grade nine lunch THIS Friday in room 1004, and seniors during senior lunch on Friday in room 1008.
12. Business SHSM students – Please meet today in Room 2006 after school to begin your Stock Market Challenge. This is for all Business SHSM students. Meet today after school in Room 2006.
13. HUGE thank you to our Latino Club members this week — WOW. You brought the energy. The rhythm. The commitment. You didn’t just participate — you OWNED it. This is what community looks like!
14. The French club will be meeting today after school in room 2005. Don’t miss this fun event!
15. Attention graduating students! Come and meet your valedictorian candidates! Their essays are posted outside of the main office. The vote is March 5th.
16. Today's special in the servery will be Pulled pork on a bun topped with onions or mozzarella cheese for $6.85 add a bit of fries $7.65. Cinnamon buns at break which today will be at 11:00 am
Wednesday February 25, 2026
Wednesday February 25, 2026
1. Today is Pink Shirt Day. This annual event is an important opportunity for students, staff, and the broader community to come together to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion, while standing united against bullying. Pink Shirt Day began in Canada in 2007 as a grassroots movement when two students took a stand against bullying by encouraging their peers to wear pink in support of a classmate. It has since grown into an internationally recognized initiative that raises awareness about the impact of bullying and the importance of fostering empathy, respect, and understanding in our schools. Thank you for wearing your PINK shirt!
2. Attention grade nines and seniors! Faith and Fellowship is starting up again for the first time since second semester started! It is no longer something that only happens at senior lunch. There are now meetings being run during the grade nine lunch EVERY Friday! If you're in grade nine and want to grow deeper in your faith or be able to talk about real life problems, go to room 1004 THIS Friday. If you have any questions, please contact Peyton Hyttenrauch. Seniors! We are now in room 1008 during the senior lunch every Friday! This week we're sharing stories of things that God has done in your life. If you have any questions, please contact Brianna Cook. Come on out if you're in grade 9, 11, or 12. Again, that's grade nines during grade nine lunch THIS Friday in room 1004, and seniors during senior lunch on Friday in room 1008.
3. Hey Lions! The first meeting of the Yearbook Club will meet after school TODAY in Room 2028 for one hour. Weekly meetings will run until the end of the school year. All former members and those who signed up during our Clubfest are welcome to attend! See you there!
4. Students who are writing the math contest today should report to the library immediately. Good luck to all contest writers!
5. Hey Lions, would you like to join our ACS Prefect Team? If so, bring your lunch & a friend to the Lecture Hall on Mon. March 2 during YOUR lunch to find out more about our ACS Prefect Program and how to join. We only recruit ONCE per year, so don’t miss your chance. We look forward to meeting you!
6. Attention all students interested in playing Assumption Football for the 2026 season. There will be a mandatory meeting on February 27th at the beginning of all three lunch periods in the Lecture Hall. Please attend on your scheduled lunch break. Anyone planning to play Junior or Senior football in 2026 must attend. Thank you.
7. Bonjour French Club! Our next meeting is happening this Thursday in Room 2005, and we’re turning it into a Carnaval celebration. Expect fun, colour, and festive vibes. Don’t miss it!
8. Note to all members of Junior Band: there will be no rehearsal today. Happy practicing and we’ll see you next Wednesday.
9. Today's special in the servery will be Grilled Cheese and Tomato soup for $7.35. Soup $4.20. Grilled Cheese $3.85. Cinnamon buns available at 10:15am.
Have a great day Lions!
Monday February 23, 2026
Monday February 23, 2026
1. Tonight, the senior boy's basketball team will be playing Paris for GOLD! Come out and support our lions at 7pm. Let’s pack OUR HOUSE and cheer them on to victory. The gate fee is $3 for students and $5 for adults. CASH ONLY! GO LIONS GO!
2. With an undefeated season thus far, today our Jr girls Volleyball team take on one more challenge at the final championship match against BCI at St. Johns @4:00 p.m. If you would like to come out and cheer on our girls in the finals today there will be an admissions fee at the door. $5 for adults, $3 for students. Please bring cash!
3. Hey Lions! The first meeting of the Yearbook Club is now scheduled for Wednesday, February 25th. The club will meet every Wednesday after school in Room 2028 for one hour until the end of the school year. All former members and those who signed up during our Clubfest are welcome to attend! See you there!
4. Latino Club Alert! Tomorrow after school we’re having our Salsa Dancing Class! No experience needed — just bring energy and good vibes! Come move, have fun, and feel the rhythm. See you tomorrow!
5. Bonjour French Club! Our next meeting is happening this Thursday in Room 2005, and we’re turning it into a Carnaval celebration. Expect fun, colour, and festive vibes. Don’t miss it!
6. The Waterloo Math Contest is fast approaching! For students who have signed up, please check your email today for a message from Mr. Stec regarding details. The contest is this Wednesday at 9:00am in the library. There will be a contest prep session tomorrow after school in room 3011. Come by for some tips and learn with others!
7. If you are registered for the ACS England and France trip for March 2027, please check your school email and the trip D2L page for important updates about the trip. If you haven’t done so already, please see Mrs. McLaughlin on your lunch in room 2052 to pick up the mandatory permission form package. If you are not registered on the trip but are still interested in going, there are only three spots left! Grad a flyer on the door of room 2052 or scan the QR on the LEAP bulletin board for more information or to register.
8. Senior Badminton, a list of those who made the team will be posted by the end of the day in front of the male physed office. Both Junior and Senior badminton players have practices at 7:10am tomorrow morning.
9. Attention all students interested in playing Assumption Football for the 2026 season. There will be a mandatory meeting on February 27th at the beginning of all three lunch periods in the Lecture Hall. Please attend on your scheduled lunch break. Anyone planning to play Junior or Senior football in 2026 must attend. Thank you.
10. Today's special in the servery will be Penne pasta with Beef Meatballs topped with Tomato Basil sauce and a side of Garlic toast for $5.75. Pasta a sauce and garlic toast is $4.99.
Good luck tonight LIons! Go Lions!
Friday February 20, 2026
Friday February 20, 2026
1. On Monday, the senior boy's basketball team will be playing Paris for GOLD! Come out and support our lions at 7pm. Let’s pack OUR HOUSE and cheer them on to victory. The gate fee is $3 for students and $5 for adults. CASH ONLY! GO LIONS GO!
2. Hey ACS Book Clubbers! Since our in‑person meeting was cancelled yesterday due to weather, please take a few minutes to check TEAMS for important updates, details, and videos from the White Pine authors. If you have any questions or need any forms, stop by the library today and see Mrs. Santos.
3. A huge thank‑you to the 25+ creative superstars who submitted entries to the OECTA Young Writers Contest. Your imagination and originality lit up every page! Although only five entries can move forward, we’re excited to announce the talented writers advancing to the local unit level and hopefully the provincial stage!: Nak‑sha‑thra Mathan Core for their fantastical junior short story, San‑am Gottawalla for their moving junior poem, Brooke‑Lynn Care-a-Wanna for their emotional senior non‑fiction piece, Erie Olla-bissi for their captivating senior short story, and Olivia Dulovick for their expressive senior poem. Let’s cheer them on as their writing journey continues!
4. The first cuts of Badminton have been made; the list is posted outside the male physed office. The FINAL senior badminton tryout will be on Monday morning @ 7:10am. This is the final tryout and the team will be posted later that day. Regular season games will start next week!
5. Junior and Senior Badminton players will have a practice Next Tuesday morning starting at 7:10am.
6. The Iceland geography trip information meeting that was scheduled for yesterday has been postponed. Please watch the morning announcements for the new date.
7. Attention all grade 11 and 12 Phys Ed students who are going curling today. Please arrive ready to go at the beginning of period 2. Don’t forget your clean shoes.
8. Today's special in the servery will be Tex Mex Loaded Fries or Nachos topped with Tex Mex beef, cheese sauce, salsa, sour cream and green onions $8.25. Nacho and cheese for $4.99.
Have a great day Lions!
Tuesday February 17, 2026
Tuesday February 17, 2026
1. Tomorrow is the LAST day to submit your course registration on myblueprint!!! If you want to return for grade 13, tomorrow is also the deadline to submit your application package in the main office. Don’t miss this important deadline!!!
2. On Thursday, the senior boys basketball team will be playing Paris for GOLD! Come out and support our lions at 7pm. Let’s pack OUR HOUSE and cheer them on to victory. The gate fee is $3 for students and $5 for adults.
3. Congratulations to the boys and girls curling teams. Both went undefeated in Friday’s bonspiel, and are seeded 2nd and 3rd going into tomorrows playoffs. Good luck to both teams.
4. Want a free 6-month YMCA gym membership and 40 community hours? If you are between the ages of 15 – 18, join the YMCA’s YES group on Tuesdays from 4-6. The program starts tonight and runs for 6 weeks. For more info or to register, scan the QR code on the bulletin board in TLC or visit the ACS Lions website.
5. Yoga club meets today after school! We will meet at 3:15 in room 1034. This is also the last chance to offer feedback on spirit wear so we can get it moving!
6. Lions, get ready for our Blind Date with a Book contest running all February! Come to the library, unwrap a mystery book, and use lines from the book to create your own found poem. Submit your poem for a chance to win one of two Amazon gift cards. Drop in, get creative, and let a surprise-read spark something new!
7. Hey Lions - It’s Tuesday! Don’t forget Vocal Ensemble rehearses in the lecture hall from 3-4pm TONIGHT! Tonight is the LAST chance for new members to join. See you there!
8. For students attending the Laurier SHSM trip on February 19, you are permitted to wear spirit wear on the trip or your uniform. It is not a dress down day. Please also remember to wear closed-toe shoes. The bus will leave promptly at 8:55am so please do not be late. You will be back by regular dismissal time.
9. Just a reminder, the ACS knit/crochet club will be restarting this Wednesday, February 18th from 3 to 4pm in room 1003. Materials will be provided, and new members are always welcome!
10. Today's caf special will be 3 Pancakes and 2 Bacon for $5.50. Just 3 pancakes for $4.00.
Have a great day Lions!
Friday February 13, 2026
Friday February 13, 2026
1. Hello Lions! A reminder that 2026-27 registrations on myblueprint are due Wednesday February 18th.
2. Did you try to apply to work with one of our Prefects last semester but all our spots were filled? Great news lions, applications are available in Student Services to work with one of our Prefects to receive free homework help, tutoring, or mentorship this semester. Our Prefect team looks forward to helping you soon.
3. Want a free 6-month YMCA gym membership and 40 community hours? If you are between the ages of 15 – 18, join the YMCA’s YES group on Tuesdays from 4-6. The program starts on Tuesday, February 17th and runs for 6 weeks. For more info or to register, scan the QR code on the bulletin board in TLC or visit the ACS Lions website.
4. Need help with DELF? Join the DELF Help Sessions today after school in room 2005 to practise, ask questions, and build confidence before the exam. Open to all DELF candidates.
5. Congratulations to the senior boys basketball team who won their semi-final game against BCI yesterday, clinching their spot in the city finals next week! Andrew and Eman both claimed 20 plus points leading their team to a win. Let’s pack the gym and cheer on our lions next Thursday, as they take on Paris.
6. Congratulations also goes to our Junior Girls Volleyball team on their incredible semifinal victory over McKinnon Park. The girls competed with composure and determination winning three straight sets, earning their spot in the championship final. Finals will be held next Wednesday at SJC. Come out and show your support and cheer them on as they continue their playoff run.
There will be an information meeting for the Iceland trip on Wednesday, February 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the lecture hall. All students and parents interested in travelling to Iceland are strongly encouraged to attend. Important trip details will be shared, and there will be a discount giveaway prize for attendees. You can sign up for the meeting by scanning the QR codes around the school. Don’t miss it!
8. The ACS knit/crochet club will be restarting next Wednesday, February 18th from 3 to 4pm in room 1003. Materials will be provided, and new members are always welcome!
9. Today's special in the servery is Rudy's favourite Cheeseburger and fries topped with your choice of onions, tomatoes and or pickles for $7.99. Onion rings $4.50. Homemade French onion soup veggie based $4.20.
Black History Month- DID YOU KNOW
Did you know that Mathieu Da Costa was the first recorded black person to set foot on Canadian land? Like many black Africans from the 15th-17th century, Da Costa served as an interpreter for the European slave masters. Even though Mathieu was a free slave, he was kidnapped from the France by Dutch slave masters around the late 16th century. When Mathieu was brought to Canada in the early 17th century, he worked as a translator to many different colonies. It has been reported that Mathieu Da Costa spoke at least 5 different languages including: French, Dutch, Portuguese, English and Basque “pidgin”.
Have a wonderful Family Day weekend Lions!!
