Morning Announcements

Friday February 6, 2026

1.   Today is the LAST day to sign up for a schedule change in guidance. It may take several days for students to be seen, you must continue to follow your current schedule until you are called. As long as you sign up by today you will get an appointment. 

2.   Calling all writers! The OECTA Young Author Awards Contest is now open for poems, short stories, non‑fiction, or even plays—up to 3000 wonderfully edited words. Submit two clean copies of your polished masterpiece to Mrs. Engell in the library by Thursday, Feb. 12th. Sharpen those pencils, fire up your creativity, and let your storytelling shine! 

3.   There will be an information meeting for the Iceland tri+9-6p 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! 

4.   Concert Band will meet this Monday is the music room.  Make sure to take your instrument and music home to practice this weekend.  Thanks! 

5.   Don’t forget to purchase your valentines carnations today! Only $2 each, sold at the back of the caf on all lunches.  

6.   Attention students! There is an exciting French trip to Montreal coming up this April. Highlights of the trip include visiting the Notre-Dame Basilica and the Montreal Biodome. There is also a possible opportunity to attend a Montreal Canadiens hockey game. Hockey tickets sell out very quickly, so if you are interested in the trip and want the chance to go to the game, you need to act fast. See or email Mme. Danielle Beccari as soon as possible for more information. 

7.  Senior Badmintons second tryout will be after school 3-4:30 on Friday, February 6th. Please bring your form signed to the tryout. 
 
8.   Attention Jack Chapter Members! There will be a mandatory Jack Chapter meeting today after school. There will be a room change and the meeting will take place at 3:10 after school in room 1005. New members are welcome as this is the beginning of a new semester. Thank you and have a mentally healthy day! 

9.   Attention travelers to Italy over the March Break. There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday February 11th after school in the lecture hall. Please ensure you attend this very important meeting. 

10.  Our Boys Hockey Team finished the regular season with a 6-5 win over BCI. Wilson Silva led the way with a hattrick which included the game winner scored with 6.7 seconds left. Zane Seguin made 15 saves to get the win. The Lions finish the Regular season in first place with 7 wins and a Tie. So yes, the Lions scored 6 goals to get their 7th win, scoring the winner with 6.7 seconds left in the game.  

11.  Friday's caf special will be Buffalo chicken poutine topped with mozzarella cheese, Gravy, Ranch dressing and green onions for $7.25. Friday's French Onion Homemade veggie based SOUP $ 4.20. With baked croutons and mozzarella cheese. Onion rings $4.50. Have a great weekend.  

Have a great day Lions!

Wednesday February 4, 2026

1.   Students needing a schedule change can sign up in the guidance office. Note- many courses are full, including all online courses, so there isn’t much room for changes. The last day to sign up is this Friday Feb 6th.  Due to the overwhelming demand, it may take several days for students to be seen, you must continue to follow your current schedule until you are called. 

2.   The Waterloo Math Contests are fast approaching!  If you are interested in writing the Pascal, Cayley, Fermat or Euclid math contests, please check the Math or STEM D2L pages for an entry quiz to confirm your participation and complete them before this Friday.  You do not need to be enrolled in a math course to participate in the contest. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Stec.   

3.   Attention all Prefects, please log-in to update your Prefect Profile – semester 2 availability so we can update our systems and be ready to proudly serve our school this semester. If you need any help, speak to Mr Nagler 

4.   A reminder to those interested in the quake Mock Trial competition, there is a brief infomration meeting in room 1013 right after school. 

5.   The 180 Team is meeting tomorrow on all lunchtimes. Come to the chapel at the beginning of your scheduled lunchtime. 

6.   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! 

7.   Looking for the perfect valentines day surprise? For just $2 you can send a beautiful carnation and a chocolate treat to your special someone. Student council will deliver your gift to homeroom classes on Friday, February 13th. Purchase your flowers today at the back of the caf on all three lunches. 

8.   Attention music students: Junior Band will have a 20 minute meeting today at 3:05 in the music room.  You must have the ability to read music to join.  Caledonia students – make sure to sign up for a taxi in the office.  Music will be handed out, and we will discuss our performances for semester 2.    

9.   The Roster for Junior Badminton has been posted by the Male Physed office. Practice will be Tomorrow morning at 7:10am. Any questions please email head coach Mrs. Bednarz. 

10.  Attention swim team members! Please check you emails. Our AABHN championship meet is TOMORROW! Be at the Ross McDonald Pool in Brantford by 9AM.   

11.  Attention students! There is an exciting French trip to Montreal coming up this April. Highlights of the trip include visiting the Notre-Dame Basilica and the Montreal Biodome. There is also a possible opportunity to attend a Montreal Canadiens hockey game. Hockey tickets sell out very quickly, so if you are interested in the trip and want the chance to go to the game, you need to act fast. See or email Mme. Danielle Beccari as soon as possible for more information. 

12.  Senior Badmintons second tryout will be after school 3-4:30 on Friday, February 6th. Please bring your form signed to the tryout.  

13.  Attention Jack Chapter Members! There will be a mandatory Jack Chapter meeting on Friday after school. There will be a room change and the meeting will take place at 3:10 after school in room 1005. New members are welcome as this is the beginning of a new semester. Thank you and have a mentally healthy day! 

 14.  Attention travelers to Italy over the March Break. There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday February 11th after school in the lecture hall. Please ensure you attend this very important meeting. 

15.  Special in the servery today will be Cheese or Pepperoni Panzerotti's with your choice of marinara, garlic mayo or hot mayo dipping sauces for $6.30. Cinnamon buns available at 10:15 am .

Have a great day Lions!

Tuesday January 27, 2026

1.     Revised Exam Schedule due to the unforeseen inclement weather days:

              Period 2 Exams -         Wednesday, January 28th

              Period 3 Exams -         Thursday, January 29th

              Period 4 Exams -         Friday, January 30th

  Good luck on your exams Lions!

Wednesday January 21, 2026

1.   Semester 2 Schedules were emailed out Monday. You can only sign up for guidance appointment, if you are picking a new elective course or need a new level of a course (not to pick the teacher you like or to get in a friend’s class). If you were successfully registered in an online course- you received a separate email from Mrs. Dickson. 

2.   The library will be closed at 1:00 today except to individual online learners. The cell phone locker will be unavailable today and during the exam schedule. Please make alternate arrangements to charge your phone. 

3.   Exam Tip #5- Student Success says: Sleep. Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep the night before exams. Reviewing notes just before sleep can help the brain consolidate it overnight. Sleep is critical because it converts short-term study efforts into long-term memory, allowing the brain to store information, improve recall, and boost focus. Missing sleep can reduce learning ability by up to 40%, impairing your problem-solving and critical thinking while increasing stress levels. Happy studying, Lions! 

4.   Hey Lions! The ACS England/France trip student information session is scheduled for tonight after school in the Lecture Hall. All attendees will be entered into a draw for $100 off the price of the trip for new registrants, plus register by February 1st and receive an additional $200 off the price of the trip! Come for some snacks and a great presentation! Please reach out to Mrs. McLaughlin if you have any questions!  

5.   Todays special in the servery will be chesseburger and fries topped with your choice of onions, tomatoes or pickles for $7.99. Cinnamon buns available at 10:15am.

Have a great day Lions!