Morning Announcements

The ACE committee will be meeting TODAY during both lunches to begin planning for Culture Day! During first lunch, please meet in Room 3024. During second lunch, please meet in Room 1003. Any interested students who would like to participate in Culture Day, please join us at the meetings! Thank you, ACE!

A murder mystery event. Doesn’t that sound like something to die for? The Library Advisory Council has put together this blood-chilling event just for you! This event will take place on Wed. May 10, from 3-7 pm. There is a $5 fee which will go towards pizza and pop. Tickets are on sale at the back of the caf during both lunches. Come on out and put on your detective hats for our murder mystery night! See a member of the LAC for any questions.

Dear students.  Due to extenuating circumstances they will be no prayer after school today in the chapel. We will have the rosary next Tuesday.

Are you looking for somewhere to perform? Well look no further! The annual spring concert is holding auditions for acts to perform between classes and ensemble performances. Submit your performance audition via video to Mrs. Ratelband no later than TONIGHT at midnight. The spring concert is held Wednesday May 17th. Make sure your video is in one take with no edits! Good luck!

Attention Grade 12 students.  The school is hearing there have been glitches with the Grad Retreat online payment in the last couple of days so payment will remain open today. If you are having issues with making the payment please email Mrs. Sheldrake today or this evening to let her know. We want everyone to be able to attend who would like to. The date of the retreat is Tuesday May 23rd. 

Listen up lions! The Glow Dance is NEXT WEEK on Thursday May 18th, and tickets are now available for you to purchase on SchoolCash Online for $7.00.  If you need to buy a ticket for your guest, this can be done on your lunch at the back of the caf during this week. You MUST have your guests’ signed form. Please note that ONLY guest tickets can be purchased with cash – ACS students must get their ticket online. Dances have sold out, so don’t wait to get your ticket. This is the final dance of the year, so you don’t want to miss out! 

The Shellard Lane Association is offering various volunteer opportunities for their initiative in bringing sports events to the area.  Please see the bulletin board outside of Student Services or the Guidance D2L page for more information.

Attention Graduates:  A reminder that the Kent Dixon Service Award and the Mark G Dixon Memorial Award Applications are DUE THIS FRIDAY MAY12th.  Graduates, please also take the time to apply to the different scholarship and awards offered through your Post-Secondary Colleges and Universities.

The class of 2023 was in grade 9 when Teacher Librarian Ms. Freibauer completed her final year as a faculty member at Assumption College. Ms. Freibauer supported all areas of student life including sports, academics, the football knitting club, book clubs, coffee house and much more.  Ms. Freibauer passed away in August 2022.  A Grad Award has been set up in her name.  Graduates, please see D2L for the application process.

Attention all grade 12s!  The time is here to buy your tickets for this year's prom - 'Up Where They Glow.'  Beginning Sunday, May 7th until Friday May 12th ONLY, students can purchase prom tickets via cash online. NO cash will be accepted in person. Once complete, please bring your printed receipt to the back of the cafeteria on your lunch to receive your physical tickets. Tickets are $65 each. You can also pick up the physical ticket of a non-ACS guest on their behalf. We just need their contact information, the school they attend, dietary restrictions and any allergy information. Students will also be able to create their tables once they receive their tickets. Please keep in mind that there will only be ONE WEEK of ticket sales and as they sold out last year, you don't want to wait!

Attention Lions.  Looking for extra help with your studies.  Then look no further.  Come out to free tutoring in the Library after school.  ACS staff from all subjects are available from Monday to Thursday, 3:05pm to 4:05pm, in the library.  See you there.

Today’s special in the cafeteria is Chicken Quesadillas made with salsa, peppers, onions, and cheese, with a side of sour cream for $6.25.  Big selection of frozen items in stock – come in and see. Have an awesome day Lions.

A reminder to all participants in Assumption Cares.  We are having a meeting TODAY at lunch in the Lecture Hall.  If you cannot attend, please see Mr. Roche in Room 3029.

There will be a meeting TODAY for all Indigenous students at 10:30am in the Lecture Hall.  Students are to report to period 2 for attendance before going to the meeting.

An important reminder to grade 11 and 12 students: the Letter Lion Applications are due TODAY.  We cannot accept late applications. 

An important Reminder to the Class of 2023: The Linda Lancaster Memorial Scholarship applications are due TODAY.  See your grad D2L for details.

A reminder to all Grade 12 students that Monday is the last day to pay online for the Grad Retreat. It's going to be a great day of outdoor camp games and activities and hanging out with friends and making more great memories to add to your graduating year. The date of the camp is Tuesday, May 23rd. It's the day after the holiday Monday so it will be a nice short school week for those who attend the retreat. 

Dear Lions.  Mrs. Cameron would like to invite you to pray the rosary in the chapel after school each Tuesday. May is a month of our dear Lady of Assumption. If you have your own rosary bring it.  Hope to see you there. Email Mrs. Cameron if you plan to attend or just pop in. We will start at 3:15pm

Attention all girls interested in tryout out for the fast pitch team. Tryout information along w permission forms and a sign up sheet is posted outside the female Phys ed office.

Attention all grade 12s!  The time is almost here to buy your tickets for this year's prom - 'Up Where They Glow.'  Beginning Sunday, May 7th until Friday May 12th ONLY, students can purchase prom tickets via cash online. NO cash will be accepted in person. Once complete, please bring your printed receipt to the back of cafeteria next week to receive your physical tickets. Tickets are $65 each. You can also pick up the physical ticket of a non-ACS guest on their behalf. We just need their contact information, the school they attend, dietary restrictions and any allergy information. Students will also be able to create their tables once they receive their tickets. Please keep in mind that there will only be ONE WEEK of ticket sales and as they sold out last year, you don't want to wait!

Are you looking for somewhere to perform? Well look no further! The annual spring concert is holding auditions for acts to perform between classes and ensemble performances. Submit your performance audition via video to Mrs. Ratelband no later than Tuesday May 9th at midnight. The spring concert is held Wednesday May 17th. Make sure your video is in one take with no edits! Good luck!

Do you like to get outside and walk or run?  Then the Brantford Rotary Classic run is for you!  Join the ACS team this year on Sunday, June 4th to help support the Lansdowne Children Centre and the Boys and Girls Club.  If you are interested in being a part of this amazing event please see Mme. Beccari in Room 2010 for more details! 

Listen up Lions! Student Council is planning the Glow Dance on Thursday May 18th from 6:00-9:00 PM. Ticket sales will start on Monday May 8th – but if you are planning on bringing a guest from another school, guest forms are available in the MAIN OFFICE now! Only one guest is allowed per student, and they must be enrolled in high school to attend. Make sure you pick up this form A.S.A.P. because your guest needs to have it filled out before they can be sold a ticket. 

Today’s special in the cafeteria is Mashed Potato Bowl served with popcorn chicken, mozzarella, corn, and gravy for $5.75.  Ice cream sandwiches will be available today for $2.75.  Have an awesome day Lions.

There will be an important Yearbook Club meeting TODAY after school in Room 2028. Anyone who cannot make it please check the Club's D2L page for important updates. 

The GSA is meeting in Room 1035 during first and second lunch. The Rainbow Ball permission forms are now available, so be sure to pop by and pick one up if you are planning to attend.  

There will be a track and field practice TODAY after school.  If weather affects practice, an announcement will be made by the end of the day today. 

Attention all girls interested in trying out for the fast pitch team. Please come sign up outside the female Phys ed office and get a permission slip and tryout information. 

Any student with donations for Assumption Cares can hand them in TODAY in the cafeteria at both lunches.

There will be a Boys Varsity Baseball practice on Thursday, May 4th from 3:30-5pm at Lions parks.

For students who wish to be part of the Track and Field team, there will be a “qualifying meet” for both track events, and field events on Thursday after school.  Any student that has signed up and does not attend will not be able to participate in the AABHN Track and Field meet next week. 

The ACS Jack Chapter will be hosting a Mental Health and Wellness Community Resource Fair TODAY during both lunches.  The purpose of this fair is for students to become aware of mental health and well-being resources available for children, youth and families in their community.  We have 16 agencies registered to come and they will have displays and interactive booths available.  We are looking forward to this awesome event!

Coffee House is back Lions! Need an excuse to hang out with friends, eat snacks, and enjoy some great musical entertainment? Coffee House is the place to be! Come on out this Thursday, May 4th at 6pm, and see all the talent our school has to offer. Tickets are available to purchase for $8 on School Cash Online, or for $10 at the door. See you there!

STEM is welcoming former Lion Nicole Vandermade back to the Den on Thursday, May 4th (May the Force!). Note the dismissal times (11:15am and 12:35pm). The topic is Kinesiology, the department in which she works at Laurier University.  Classes interested in attending can reach out to Mr. Page to hold a spot.

Friday, May 5th has been commemorated as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Across the nation, we are called upon to wear red to acknowledge thousands of young women and girls who go missing each year. Students may replace their uniform or spirit wear tops with a red shirt on Friday.

An important reminder to grade 11 and 12 students: the Letter Lion Applications are due this Friday May 5th.  We cannot accept late applications. 

An important Reminder to the Class of 2023: The Linda Lancaster Memorial Scholarship applications are due this Friday May 5th.  See your grad D2L for details.

Attention all grade 12s!  The time is almost here to buy your tickets for this year's prom - 'Up Where They Glow.'  Beginning Sunday, May 7th until Friday May 12th ONLY, students can purchase prom tickets via cash online. NO cash will be accepted in person. Once complete, please bring your printed receipt to the back of cafeteria next week to receive your physical tickets. Tickets are $65 each. You can also pick up the physical ticket of a non-ACS guest on their behalf. We just need their contact information, the school they attend, dietary restrictions and any allergy information. Students will also be able to create their tables once they receive their tickets. Please keep in mind that there will only be ONE WEEK of ticket sales and as they sold out last year, you don't want to wait!

Are you looking for somewhere to perform? Well look no further! The annual spring concert is holding auditions for acts to perform between classes and ensemble performances. Submit your performance audition via video to Mrs. Ratelband no later than Tuesday May 9th at midnight. The spring concert is held Wednesday May 17th. Make sure your video is in one take with no edits! Good luck!

Do you like to get outside and walk or run?  Then the Brantford Rotary Classic run is for you!  Join the ACS team this year on Sunday, June 4th to help support the Lansdowne Children Centre and the Boys and Girls Club.  If you are interested in being a part of this amazing event please see Mme. Beccari in Room 2010 for more details! 

Attention Knitting Club.  Our next meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 10th in Portable 17 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Continue to work on your blankets. Thank you for all you do. 

Listen up Lions! Student Council is planning the Glow Dance on Thursday May 18th from 6:00-9:00 PM. Ticket sales will start on Monday May 8th – but if you are planning on bringing a guest from another school, guest forms are available in the MAIN OFFICE now! Only one guest is allowed per student, and they must be enrolled in high school to attend. Make sure you pick up this form A.S.A.P. because your guest needs to have it filled out before they can be sold a ticket. 

Want to become more physically and mentally fit? Sign up for Y-Mind. It's a free 8-week virtual course that teaches you strategies to help you deal with stress. As a bonus, you receive a $25 gift card and a 3-month complimentary gym pass. It's a win-win for sure!! For sign up info please see the bulletin board in TLC. Sessions start May 8th.

Today’s special in the cafeteria is a Grilled Cheese Sandwich with fries for $5.00.  Chipwich sandwiches will be available today for $2.75.  We also have ice cream sundaes (chocolate, vanilla, or butterscotch) for $1.50.

There is NO Book Club today.  The next meeting will be on Monday, May 8th during both lunches in the Library's Reading Room. 

Attention grade 12s!  There will be another prom committee meeting TOMORROW - Tuesday, May 2nd.  Please meet us in Room 1008 during second lunch.  Please see Ms. Braga, Ms. Martello, Ms. Lucchesi or Ms. Borges if you have any questions.

A reminder that the YMCA's Youth Transition will be here on Tuesday during second lunch. Please meet at the back of TLC at the start of lunch to benefit from their support.

On Wednesday, May 3rd, the ACS Jack Chapter will be hosting a Mental Health and Wellness Community Resource Fair during both lunches.  The purpose of this fair is for students to become aware of mental health and well-being resources available for children, youth and families in their community.  We have 16 agencies registered to come and they will have displays and interactive booths available.  We are looking forward to this awesome event!

STEM is welcoming former Lion Nicole Vandermade back to the Den on Thursday, May 4th (May the Force!). Note the dismissal times (11:15am and 12:35pm). The topic is Kinesiology, the department in which she works at Laurier University.  Classes interested in attending can reach out to Mr. Page to hold a spot.

Coffee House is back Lions! Need an excuse to hang out with friends, eat snacks, and enjoy some great musical entertainment? Coffee House is the place to be! Come on out this Thursday, May 4th at 6pm, and see all the talent our school has to offer. Tickets are available to purchase for $8 on School Cash Online, or for $10 at the door. See you there!

Friday, May 5th has been commemorated as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Across the nation, we are called upon to wear red to acknowledge thousands of young women and girls who go missing each year. Students may replace their uniform or spirit wear tops with a red shirt on Friday.

Listen up Lions! Student Council is planning the Glow Dance and here are some important things you need to know:  The dance will be on Thursday May 18th from 6:00-9:00 PM. Ticket sales will start in one week on Monday May 8th – but if you are planning on bringing a guest from another school, guest forms are available in the MAIN OFFICE starting TODAY! Only one guest is allowed per student, and they must be enrolled in high school to attend. Make sure you pick up this form A.S.A.P. because your guest needs to have it filled out before they can be sold a ticket.  

Want to become more physically and mentally fit? Sign up for Y-Mind. It's a free 8-week virtual course that teaches you strategies to help you deal with stress. As a bonus, you receive a $25 gift card and a 3-month complimentary gym pass. It's a win-win for sure!! For sign up info please see the bulletin board in TLC. Sessions start May 8th.

A murder mystery event. Doesn’t that sound like something to die for? The Library Advisory Council has put together this blood-chilling event just for you! This event will take place on Wed. May 10, from 3-7 pm. There is a $5 fee which will go towards pizza and pop. Tickets will start selling next week on Wednesday May 3 at the back of the caf during both lunches. Come on out and put on your detective hats for our murder mystery night! See a member of the LAC for any questions.

Calling all Music Grads!  TWO GRAD awards for students who will be enrolled in a Canadian College or University Undergraduate Music Program or a Bachelor of Education (music) program in the 2023/2024 academic year. See D2L for info on this and all other scholarship info.

Is your goal to become a doctor?  Scholarship in Memory of James Robert Lefler.  This $1,000 scholarship is offered to a graduating student who has been accepted to a 4-year University Science Program.  The student must have the goal of becoming a medical doctor with an interest in Oncology or Cardiology.  See D2L for application.

The St. George Garden Club is pleased to call for applications for its 7th annual scholarship for post-secondary education.  This one-thousand-dollar scholarship is intended to show our interest in promoting postsecondary education in horticulture, agriculture, forestry or environmental studies. We see this scholarship as an opportunity for us to help raise awareness around the issues of the environment and its stewardship. See D2L Grad Page for details.