Morning Announcements
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
1. Tonight A.C.S. hosts our annual Academic Awards Celebration! Award winners, please remember to “Dress your Best” and to check-in at the tables in the Caf between 5:15-5:45 pm. If you have additional questions, please see the Q&A posters outside the Main Office, the Library, and Student Services. We look forward to celebrating with you and your two guests this evening!
2. Lions, have you noticed the Christmas tree on the second floor near the chapel? This beautiful Christmas tree is called the TREE OF HOPE! We set this tree up every year to help with our Pennies from Heaven Campaign. As you can see, the tree is filled with ornaments that have a gift card request written on them. If you feel that you can help one of our school families with one of these generous gift card donations, please remove the tag from the tree, buy the gift card, and return them together to the main office. Every gift card collected will go to the families that we support through our Pennies From Heaven Campaign. Thank you for your support!...and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
3. Hey Hey Homerooms! Listen up! The Pennies from Heaven next classroom collection will happen this FRIDAY. The Social Justice students will be coming around to each class to collect the containers of money every Friday until Dec 6th. Teachers, please excuse the interruption to your class time as we hope this will only take a few minutes. Remember, we will count the money and record it for you!
4. The City of Brantford is hosting a free drop-in Youth Mental Health Resource Fair on December 6th from 4:30-6:30 at T.B. Costain-SC Johnson Community Centre.
5. Attention curlers. Tryouts for the school curling team will be on Monday and Tuesday December 2nd and 3rd, starting at 3:30. If you are interested, come sign up outside room 3011 this week. Make sure you take all of the paperwork and bring it with you to tryouts.
6. ACS Knit Club, our meeting today, from 3-4 pm in room 1004. Great jobs with the scarves and blankets! See you after school! Thank you for all you, Mrs. Cameron
7. Lions, did you know ACE is putting on a bracelet workshop outside the library today during all lunches? There is a humanitarian crisis in Congo. We need your support. You can make one bracelet for $3 or two bracelets for $5. All proceeds are going to U.N. refugee agency to help 1000 of people in need fleeing their homes due to increase violence. Your support is appreciated.
8. Ticket sales are now available for this year’s Nutcracker semi-formal! The event will take place Friday, December 6th from 7-10pm. Tickets for ACS students can be purchased for $15 on school cash online, and guest tickets can be purchased at the back of the caf on all 3 lunches. Don’t forget your signed guest forms! This event is popular and likely to sell out fast. Be sure to get your tickets early so you aren’t disappointed.
9. Attention Latino Club members. We will be meeting this Thursday, November 28 instead of Friday November 29. Attendance at this meeting is important to plan our potluck celebration. Any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Bender or Ms. Cassano.
10. Attention Jack Chapter members who signed up for the Bill of Rights Focus Groups this Friday. Please ensure to be in the lecture hall by 3:10 at the absolute latest! We need to ensure we have enough time to complete the Focus Groups. If you have any questions, please contact Miss D. Dabrowski! Thank you and have a mentally healthy day!
11. Attention Business Focus SHSM students – A reminder that the CPA Ontario career workshop presentation is tomorrow, Thursday the 28th in the Lecture Hall. Arrive early at 1:00pm for your free pizza lunch. Check your BHN Outlook email for the registration link. This is for all Business Focus SHSM students and earns you credit towards your SHSM certification.
12. This is a reminder that SHSM healthcare students have a trip to Guelph Thurs. Nov 28 (tomorrow). Wait at the doors nearest tennis courts for 8:15am leave. Bring or buy lunch and dress warm as we are walking a large campus. Arrange for alternate pick up after school in case of traffic on way home.
13. Today's special in the servery is Chicken teriyaki on rice topped with oriental veggies- your choice of popcorn chicken or diced chicken for $6.50. Also popcorn chicken for $5.50 and add fries for the combo for $7.50. Cinnamon buns available for first break.
SPORTS:
1. On Monday, our boy's varsity hockey team won their first game of the season, defeating BCI 3-1. Justin Floresco had a strong game in net, making a few big saves, while Brady Marr, Talon Harrington and Tristan Schlatman did the scoring. The boys are back at it on Thursday when they play Paris District, and hope to continue their hot start.
2. The senior boys basketball team had a solid start to their season last night dominating McKinnon Park 85-24. Destin and Ryan had a great defensive game. Although Zagham missed his first 3 layups, he still took home 12 points. Emanuel made his 18 points look effortless. This is going to be an exciting season. Come out and support our boys on Thursday at 5:30 against PJ.
Have a great day Lions!
Tuesday November 26, 2024
Tuesday November 26, 2024
1. Grade 9’s - if you are interested in Night School for semester two, you may sign up through MyBlueprint. Courses offered are cosmo, foods, automotive and communications. For more information, please drop by student services.
2. Lions, have you noticed the Christmas tree on the second floor near the chapel? This beautiful Christmas tree is called the TREE OF HOPE! We set this tree up every year to help with our Pennies from Heaven Campaign. As you can see, the tree is filled with ornaments that have a gift card request written on them. If you feel that you can help one of our school families with one of these generous gift card donations, please remove the tag from the tree, buy the gift card, and return them together to the main office. Every gift card collected will go to the families that we support through our Pennies From Heaven Campaign. Thank you for your support!...and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
3. The City of Brantford is hosting a free drop-in Youth Mental Health Resource Fair on December 6th from 4:30-6:30 at T.B. Costain-SC Johnson Community Centre.
4. Today’s Model UN help session after school has been cancelled. Please drop by 1013 at lunch if you need support today.
5. Attention LAC and Book Clubbers and ALL Lions! Looking for the ultimate gift that also boosts our school library? Dive into our first online book fair, thanks to our partnership with Beach Reads bookstore! A fantastic 20% of all purchases supports our library and year-end trip. Visit beachreads.ca/lions or chat with a librarian for the scoop. Hurry—the fair ends Thursday so shop right now during these announcements!
6. Guest forms are now available for this year’s semi-formal dance. They can be picked up in the main office. A reminder that guest forms must be completed in full before a ticket may be purchased. There will only be a limited number of tickets available for outside guests for this event, so ensure you get yours early to avoid disappointment. Ticket sales start on Nov 27th.
7. ACS Knit Club, our meeting is this Wed, from 3-4 pm in room 1004. Great jobs with the scarves and blankets! We are currently making more scarves for the Nova Vita for Christmas. Make sure to check your Outlook for more details.Thank you for all you, Mrs. Cameron
8. Join the Yearbook Club TODAY after school in room 2028 from 3:05 to 4 to create lasting memories, develop creative skills, and collaborate with friends! New and past members are welcome
9. DM Julian will be running his D&D campaign Thursday after school from 3-5 in room 3025. All potential players come on out for a great time.
10. Attention Latino Club members. We will be meeting this Thursday, November 28 instead of Friday November 29. Attendance at this meeting is important to plan our potluck celebration. Any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Bender or Ms. Cassano.
11. Christmas candy will be sold at the back of the cafeteria at lunch this week. Bring cash.
12. Attention Jack Chapter members who signed up for the Bill of Rights Focus Groups this Friday. Please ensure to be in the lecture hall by 3:10 at the absolute latest! We need to ensure we have enough time to complete the Focus Groups. If you have any questions, please contact Miss D. Dabrowski! Thank you and have a mentally healthy day!
13. Today's special in the servery will be chicken quesadillas filled with chicken. Salsa. Mozzarella cheese and peppers and sliced onions with a side of sour cream for $6.50. Or a cheese quesadilla for $5.50. Cinnamon buns are available for the first break today.
Have a great day Lions!
Monday November 25th, 2024
Monday November 25th, 2024
1. Graduates: You’ve had your meeting. You have your information booklet. Now you have to do 2 things. #1 Register to graduate using the link on the Grade 12 D2L page. and #2: Pay to participate using School Cash On-Line. Deadline is December 6th. That’s only 10 school days away.
2. The City of Brantford is hosting a free drop-in Youth Mental Health Resource Fair on December 6th from 4:30-6:30 at T.B. Costain-SC Johnson Community Centre.
3. Hey Hey Homerooms! Listen up! The Pennies from Heaven next classroom collection will happen this FRIDAY. The Social Justice students will be coming around to each class to collect the containers of money every Friday until Dec 6th. Teachers, please excuse the interruption to your class time as we hope this will only take a few minutes. Remember, we will count the money and record it for you!
4. Breaking news! Assumption College is excited to announce that night school will be offered during semester two for the first time ever! This opportunity is only for grade 9 students. Classes will run every Monday from 3:15 -6:15 pm beginning in February. The courses to choose from are: cosmo, auto, foods and communications! And the best part about it all is that it is free. That’s right…FREE! For more information, please drop by student services or sign up on MyBlueprint.
5. Attention quake Model UN delegates. Extra help is available after school on Tuesday and Thursday in the innovation lab in the library.
6. ACS Knit Club, our meeting is this Wed, from 3-4 pm in room 1004. Great jobs with the scarves and blankets! We are currently making more scarves for the Nova Vita for Christmas. Make sure to check your Outlook for more details. Thank you for all you, Mrs. Cameron
7. Guest forms are now available for this year’s semi-formal dance. They can be picked up in the main office. A reminder that guest forms must be completed in full before a ticket may be purchased. There will only be a limited number of tickets available for outside guests for this event, so ensure you get yours early to avoid disappointment. Ticket sales start on Nov 27th.
8. Attention curlers. Tryouts for the school curling team will be on Monday and Tuesday December 2nd and 3rd, starting at 3:30. If you are interested, come sign up outside room 3011 this week. Make sure you take all of the paperwork and bring it with you to tryouts.
9. Join the Yearbook Club TOMORROW after school in room 2028 from 3:05 to 4 to create lasting memories, develop creative skills, and collaborate with friends! New and past members are welcome!
10. A big congratulations goes out to the senior girls basketball team who competed at OFSAA last week. The lady lions lost two close but arguable games on the first day. After their next two wins, they advanced to the consolation finals but came up short. What an amazing season for the girls, winning cities and taking the CWOSSA championship as well. A big shout out goes to the seniors; Audra, Arhyanna, Venecia, Jessie, Molly and Maddie, who won ACS 4 AABHN championships. It was an excellent season from the “youngs” as well. The team finished with an overall record of 35-7. Your coaches are very proud of you all!
11. Today's special in the servery will be Cheese tortellini with rose sauce and a piece of garlic toast for $5.50.
Have a great day Lions!
Friday November 22, 2024
Friday November 22, 2024
1. Hey Homerooms! Listen up! The Pennies from Heaven classroom collection will happen this TODAY. The Social Justice students will be coming around to each class to collect the containers of money every Friday until Dec 6th. Teachers, please excuse the interruption to your class time as we hope this will only take a few minutes. Remember, we will count the money and record it for you!
2. Lions, have you noticed the Christmas tree on the second floor near the chapel? This beautiful Christmas tree is called the TREE OF HOPE! We set this tree up every year to help with our Pennies from Heaven Campaign. As you can see, the tree is filled with ornaments that have a gift card request written on them. If you feel that you can help one of our school families with one of these generous gift card donations, please remove the tag from the tree, buy the gift card, and return them together to the main office. Every gift card collected will go to the families that we support through our Pennies From Heaven Campaign. Thank you for your support!...and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
3. Are you interested in creating lasting memories, develop creative skills, and collaborate with friends all while capturing the essence of the school year! Then the Yearbook Club is for you! The first meeting of the school year will be on Tuesday November 26th after school! New and past members are welcome!
4. Guest forms are now available for this year’s semi-formal dance. They can be picked up in the main office. A reminder that guest forms must be completed in full before a ticket may be purchased. There will only be a limited number of tickets available for outside guests for this event, so ensure you get yours early to avoid disappointment. Ticket sales start on Nov 27th.
5. Attention all ACS Arts students! Do you dream of going to New York City? Of seeing world famous artwork? Of strolling through Central Park? Of watching a Broadway show? Well, your dreams can come true! See Ms. Benoit in room 2015 to get an information package for the 2026 Arts trip to New York City! A meeting will be held in the lecture hall on December 12 at 7PM. Come out and bring your parents to learn more!
6. Attention Indigenous Students! Post-Secondary Information representatives will be at ACS on Monday November 25th. You will be called down to the cafeteria for this event to learn more about post secondary including : schools, programs, scholarships, sports, clubs, housing and more.
7. Attention Jack Chapter Members! There will be a brief and mandatory meeting today after school at 3:10 PM in the lecture hall. If you are unable to attend, please reach out to one of the Dabrowski sisters. Thank you, and have a mentally healthy day.
8. Today's special in the servery will be Tex Mex fries loaded with cheese sauce, salsa, sour cream and green onions for $7.75. Also available today is Warm nachos topped with cheese sauce for $4.99 . They are in finally -for now - cups are here so we have the jet juice available for $1.90.
Have a great weekend Lions!
Thursday November 21, 2024
Thursday November 21, 2024
1. Attention grade 9 math students. We are offering extra help in the library after school for grade 9’s on both Mondays and Thursdays. Come on out right after school and get all your math questions answered.
2. Attention Math and STEM enthusiasts! Today Dr. Sachin Kotecha, an Assistant Professor from the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Mathematics is here. Sessions start at 11:50 for Grade 9 and 10 and 1:00 for Grade 11 and 12. Remember to bring your slips and a pen or pencil to the lecture hall.
3. Only 1 week left to shop our Online Book Fair. Remember 20% of all purchases go right back to our school library and year-end trip. Visit beachreads.ca/lions or see a librarian for more details. The online book fair ends Nov. 28th. Don’t miss out, shop today!
4. Attention curlers. Tryouts for the school curling team will be on Monday and Tuesday December 2nd and 3rd, starting at 3:30. If you are interested, come sign up outside room 3011 this week. Make sure you take all of the paperwork and bring it with you to tryouts.
5. Guest forms are now available for this year’s semi-formal dance. They can be picked up in the main office. A reminder that guest forms must be completed in full before a ticket may be purchased. There will only be a limited number of tickets available for outside guests for this event, so ensure you get yours early to avoid disappointment. Ticket sales start on Nov 27th.
6. Lions, have you noticed the Christmas tree on the second floor near the chapel? This beautiful Christmas tree is called the TREE OF HOPE! We set this tree up every year to help with our Pennies from Heaven Campaign. As you can see, the tree is filled with ornaments that have a gift card request written on them. If you feel that you can help one of our school families with one of these generous gift card donations, please remove the tag from the tree, buy the gift card, and return them together to the main office. Every gift card collected will go to the families that we support through our Pennies From Heaven Campaign. Thank you for your support!...and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
7. Attention all ACS Arts students! Do you dream of going to New York City? Of seeing world famous artwork? Of strolling through Central Park? Of watching a Broadway show? Well, your dreams can come true! See Ms. Benoit in room 2015 to get an information package for the 2026 Arts trip to New York City! A meeting will be held in the lecture hall on December 12 at 7PM. Come out and bring your parents to learn more!
8. Attention Indigenous Students! Post-Secondary Information representatives will be at ACS on Monday November 25th. You will be called down to the cafeteria for this event to learn more about post secondary including : schools, programs, scholarships, sports, clubs, housing and more.
9. Attention Jack Chapter Members! There will be a brief and mandatory meeting tomorrow after school at 3:10 PM in the lecture hall. If you are unable to attend, please reach out to one of the Dabrowski sisters. Thank you, and have a mentally healthy day!
10. Today's special in the servery will be Popcorn chicken mashed potato bowl topped with chicken, corn, mozzarella cheese and gravy for $7. Unfortunately,we still cannot supply the cups for the jet juice- as soon as I get them in stock you will know.
Have a great day Lions!
Wednesday November 20, 2024
Wednesday November 20, 2024
1. The annual Academic Awards Celebration is just one week away! Award winners are reminded to review the details in the invitation and that the Q&A posters remain posted outside of the Main Office, the Library, and Student Services. We look forward to celebrating with you on Nov. 27th
2. LEAPers, tonight by 11: 59 PM, is the deadline for your November Writing contest submission.
3. Guest forms are now available for this year’s semi-formal dance. They can be picked up in the main office. A reminder that guest forms must be completed in full before a ticket may be purchased. There will only be a limited number of tickets available for outside guests for this event, so ensure you get yours early to avoid disappointment. Ticket sales start on Nov 27th.
4. Today after school at 3pm is the second tryout for the Senior Girls volleyball team. Make sure to check the list outside the gym for your name!
5. Lions, have you noticed the Christmas tree on the second floor near the chapel? This beautiful Christmas tree is called the TREE OF HOPE! We set this tree up every year to help with our Pennies from Heaven Campaign. As you can see, the tree is filled with ornaments that have a gift card request written on them. If you feel that you can help one of our school families with one of these generous gift card donations, please remove the tag from the tree, buy the gift card, and return them together to the main office. Every gift card collected will go to the families that we support through our Pennies From Heaven Campaign. Thank you for your support!...and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
6. Hey Hey Homerooms! Listen up! The Pennies from Heaven first classroom collection will happen this FRIDAY. The Social Justice students will be coming around to each class to collect the containers of money every Friday until Dec 6th. Teachers, please excuse the interruption to your class time as we hope this will only take a few minutes. Remember, we will count the money and record it for you!
7. The GSA is meeting today in portable 15 during grade 10 lunch, Student Services during grade 9 lunch, and in 1141 during senior lunch.
8. ACS Knit Club. The meeting is today in room 1004 from 3-4 pm. Bring all your projects! Hope to see you there. from Mrs. Cameron
9. Graduates, there is an important grad meeting, during period 1, on both this coming Thursday and Friday, in the cafe. You will be coming down with your period 1 teacher. If you are not in a grade 12 period 1 class, you will be receiving a guidance appointment slip, indicating which day you are to attend.
10. Attention Math and STEM enthusiasts! Today is the last day to sign up for this week’s guest speaker. This Thursday we’re hosting Dr. Sachin Kotecha, an Assistant Professor from the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Mathematics.
There will be two sessions in the lecture hall: Grade 9 and 10 session at 11:50 - 12:50 and Grade 11 and 12 session at 1:00 - 2:00.
If you are interested, pick up a slip on the third floor in room 3005. Please ensure you share this with your teacher to ensure you stay caught up on missed material. If you have any questions, please see or email Mr. Stec.
Thursday November 14, 2024
Thursday November 14, 2024
1. Our annual Academic Awards Celebration will be held on Wed., Nov. 27th at 6:00 pm in the school gymnasium. A huge congratulations to all of our Honour Roll and academic proficiency award winners. You were each E-mailed an official invitation yesterday, so please check your inboxes. If you have any additional questions about the upcoming event, please see the Q&A posters outside of the Main Office, the Library, and Student Services.
2. The first try out for Senior Girls Volleyball has been cancelled for today and re-scheduled for Monday November 18th at 3:00. Please make sure you have signed up and bring a signed permission form with you.
3. This is an announcement for all students who use the library. The library and the cell phone locker will be closed this Monday during periods 1, 2, and 3 for the Literacy Test. Please make other arrangements to charge your phone and work elsewhere. Only students writing the test and students in classes will be allowed to enter the library.
4. Attention grade 9 math students. We are offering extra help in the library after school for grade 9’s on both Mondays and Thursdays. Come on out right after school and get all your math questions answered.
5. The 180 Team is meeting today in the chapel on the lunchtimes. Bring your lunch with you. New members are always welcome to join in.
6. Want to have beautiful nails and support a charitable cause? Pop into 1004 at junior lunch to get your nails painted for a suggested $2 donation. All proceeds go to Pennies from Heaven? Hope to see you there: Mrs. Cameron.
7. A reminder to all performers for this evening’s coffee house. You must be gathered in the drama room no later than 5:30pm tonight. If you would like to do sound checks or if you have instruments or amps to set up, you should plan to arrive earlier. Looking forward to a great show!
8. Attention LAC and Book Clubbers and ALL Lions! Looking for the perfect gift that also supports our school library and year-end trip? Look no further than a book fair! Partnering with Beach Reads bookstore, our first online book fair is here. 20% of all purchases go to our library. Visit beachreads.ca/lions or see a librarian for details. Runs until Nov. 28th. Happy book shopping, Lions!
9. Attention all aspiring writers! The Kiwanis Club is hosting a Youth Writers Fest this Saturday, November 16 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM at the Brantford Public Library! There will be interactive booths and activities tailored for teens, plus a special talk by a YA horror author at 2:00 PM. Don’t miss this chance to ignite your creativity and meet fellow young writers!
10. The Environment Club will be meeting next Tuesday November 19th, at 3pm in Room 3024. Any current or new members are welcome to join! We will be discussing wildflower planting, a clothing swap, and going outside for a school-ground garbage clean up.
11. There is an important meeting for all JUNIOR boys wanting to try out for the basketball team. Please meet in Portable 10 right after school today! Boys basketball tryouts will be held next week! Please get a permission form by the boys PE office and scan the QR code to fill out the survey prior to tryouts. Junior tryouts will be Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 – 6:00. Senior tryouts will be Monday and Tuesday from 3:00-4:30. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Petrella or Mr. Dyjack.
12. A big shout out to the Assumption Lions DECA club who participated in the Regional business case study competition this past Sunday at Brock University. Results are in. Our five participants did a fantastic job but just fell short to qualify for Provincials. Congratulations to our DECA Team - Cameron Vamos, Paramveer Grewal, Arav Thakur, Taha Syed, and Gursidak Singh on an awesome performance. Well done!
13. All Jr boys basketball players that are interested in trying out for the team. There will be a brief meeting in the gym after school regarding the tryouts next week. If you can not attend please talk to Mr.Dyjack
14. Today’s special in the cafeteria is popcorn chicken poutine - $7.50. Popcorn chicken with fires - $7.00. Nachos & Cheese $4.99.
Tuesday November 12, 2024
Tuesday November 12, 2024
1. The first try out for Senior Girls Volleyball will be on Thursday at 3:00. Please scan the QR Code and bring a signed permission form with you.
2. ACS Knit Club. Meeting this week has been postponed. See you the following Wed Nov 20th same time and place. Thank you for all you do, Mrs. Cameron
3. Dress down day is tomorrow Lions. Please remember your $2 donation. This months collections will go towards Pennies From Heaven. There will be bracelets, so please bring in your money. Teachers, as usual, your envelope will be dropped off to you in period 1, but please send a trusted student to the office with it, or drop it off on Prep. A special thank you to Mrs. Flewelling and Mrs. Tarrington in the main office who help us count all of this cash!
4. Super important REMINDER!!! Thursday is Marketplace! Teachers thank you for participating. This is such an integral part of our school tradition, as all monies raised will go towards Pennies From Heaven. Remember lions, there will be so much food, beautiful art, delicious candies, amazing crafts and awesome games. Please, please, please remember to bring some cash with you for THURSDAY!
5. Goos fries and homemade jollof will be sold for $2 a plate on Thursday at marketplace. There will also be an amazing jewelry table with necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, brooches and watches. Get great gifts for family and friends Nothing over $5.00. Bring cash.
6. Want to have beautiful nails and support a charitable cause? Pop into 1004 at junior lunch to get your nails painted for a suggested $2 donation. All proceeds go to Pennies from Heaven? Hope to see you there: Mrs. Cameron.
7. Wednesday is the last day to submit Model United Nations application forms to the quake bulletin board. There will be a mandatory meeting for all applicants Wednesday, at lunch, in the lecture hall.
8. The 180 Team is meeting this Thursday on the lunchtimes in the chapel.
9. What makes a better gift than a new book and gives back to your school library at the same time? A book fair! That’s what! The library and Beach Reads bookstore have teamed up to bring you the first ever online book fair! 20% of all purchases go right back to our school library. Visit beachreads.ca/lions or see a librarian for more details. The online book fair runs until Nov. 28th. Check out some of the books here in our own library. Happy book shopping, Lions!
10. LEAPers, don’t forgot the November Writing Contest. See LEAP D2L page or the green flyers posted around the school for more info.
11. Want a free 3-month YMCA gym membership? Sign up for the Y.E.S. program through the YMCA. Sessions run each Tuesday starting November 12- December 19 from 4-6. They provide bus passes, snacks, and community hours while you have fun and make connections with community members and learn about important topics like human trafficking and gang awareness. For registration info see the school website or visit TLC. Today is the last day to register.
12. A reminder that Model UN applications are due on Wednesday to the CWAYC bulletin board. There will also be a mandatory meeting for all applicants on Wednesday at lunch in the lecture hall.
13. The first junior girls volleyball try out will be today at 3:00. Please make sure you scan the QR code to sign up and bring a signed permission form with you.
14. The Community Living Class and Environment Club wish to thank Assumption staff and students for continuing to keep their classroom Paper Recycling bins free of ANY other material besides paper! Keep up the great work Lions!
15. The Environment Club will be meeting next Tuesday November 19th, at 3pm in Room 3024. Any current or new members are welcome to join! We will be discussing plans for wildflower planting, a clothing swap, and going outside for a school grounds garbage clean up.
16. Vocal Ensemble is meeting TONIGHT from 3-4:30 please sign up for taxi’s and book your way home for 4:30. See you then!
17. Math club will be postponed to next Tuesday. Students participating in the CIMC and CSMC math contests are to meet Mr. Stec in room 3011 after school today for an information and optional practice session.
18. ACS Knit Club. Meeting this week has been postponed. See you the following Wed Nov 20th same time and place. Thank you for all you do, Mrs. Cameron
19. Today's special in the servery will be Popcorn chicken mashed potato bowl topped with corn, mozzarella cheese and popcorn chicken and gravy for $7.00. Also available today will be popcorn chicken and fries for $7.50 and popcorn chicken poutine for $7.00. Unfortunately, we are unable to source the cups needed for the jet juice - so until we are able to supply the cups, we won't have any available.
Have a great day Lions!
Monday November 11, 2024
Monday November 11, 2024
1. ACS Knit Club. Batch 5 of scarves for the homeless shelter have been dropped off. Our meeting is this Wed, Nov 13th from 3-4 in room 1004. You make a difference! Blessings, Mrs. Cameron
2. Attention grade 9 math students. We are offering extra help in the library after school for grade 9’s on both Mondays and Thursdays. Come on out right after school and get all your math questions answered.
3. Want a free 3-month YMCA gym membership? Sign up for the Y.E.S. program through the YMCA. Sessions run each Tuesday starting November 12- December 19 from 4-6. They provide bus passes, snacks, and community hours while you have fun and make connections with community members and learn about important topics like human trafficking and gang awareness. For registration info see the school website or visit TLC. Tomorrow is the last day to register.
4. Attention Grade 12 & 13 Students interested in attending Queens University. Sign-up to be considered for The Queen’s Chancellor’s Scholarship is available. Marks must be 90% or higher + Leadership + Creative and original thinking. See D2L for details.
5. A reminder that Model UN applications are due on Wednesday to the CWAYC bulletin board. There will also be a mandatory meeting for all applicants on Wednesday at lunch in the lecture hall.
6. For those who signed up to be a part of publishing a book with Book Club, come by after school for a brainstorming session if you missed it this morning. It will be held in the Innovation lab right after the bell. Thank you and I hope to see you there!
7. Thank you to all those that participated in the Quake Thank a Vet writing competition. This year’s winner is Seerat Virk for her moving poem and sincere reflection. Her work is displayed on the quake bulletin board. Seerat, please come to the Remembrance Day wall at the back of the cafeteria right now to receive your prize.
8. Our boys’ varsity hockey tryouts continue today and Wednesday at 3:00 pm, at Lions Park. Players will be released at 2:15 both days. See you on the ice.
9. The first junior girls volleyball try out will be Tuesday at 3:00. Please make s0ure you scan the QR code to sign up and bring a signed permission form with you.
10. The next girls hockey tryout is tomorrow at 3:00pm. Dismissal will be 2:15.
11. Monday's special will be Penne pasta and Beef Meatballs topped with Tomato basil red sauce with a side of garlic toast for $5.50. Donuts for first break available for $2.85.
Friday November 8, 2024
Friday November 8, 2024
1. Tonight’s the big night! The Library Advisory Council, L.A.C., is hosting a science fiction movie and trivia night on Friday, November 8th. We will be watching the movie Dune from 3-7 PM. The cost for the tickets are $5 and will be sold at the back of the caf during lunch today. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Pizza and a drink are included with your ticket. Come find out which is better, the book or the movie.
2. Attention Cadets, Scouts, and Guides—you are invited to wear your uniforms on Monday as we celebrate Remembrance Day. Please sign-up today on the windows outside of the Main Office if you have not already done so.
3. Want a free 3-month YMCA gym membership? Sign up for the Y.E.S. program through the YMCA. Sessions run each Tuesday starting November 12- December 19 from 4-6. They provide bus passes, snacks, and community hours while you have fun and make connections with community members and learn about important topics like human trafficking and gang awareness. For registration info see the school website or visit TLC.
4. Attention grade 9 math students. We are offering extra help in the library after school for grade 9’s on both Mondays and Thursdays. Come on out right after school and get all your math questions answered.
5. Religion Study hall for grades 9-10 is held every Tuesday/Thursday in room 1004 run by Mrs. Cameron. Bring your lunch and come to get some help if needed. Email Mrs. Cameron with any questions.
6. Attention ACS Jack Chapter Members! Join us tonight at 3:10 PM in the Lecture Hall for an important meeting! We’ll be recording one of our main videos of the year, so please be on time and come dressed in uniform or spirit wear.
Looking forward to seeing everyone there! Thanks for your dedication and have a mentally healthy day!
7. Lions, on Monday each student will be given a poppy. We are asking you to remember to bring in some money for a donation for the poppy. The money collected helps to support the armed forces community in many areas, such as mobility, housing and mental health. Teachers, the poppies will be delivered to you in period 1, please distribute them and return the left-over poppies and envelope of donations to the main office at any point on Monday.
8. Attention boys' varsity hockey players. The first round of cuts has been posted outside the boys Phys-Ed office. Tryouts will continue on Monday, 3pm at Lions Park. See you on the ice.
9. Today's special in the servery today will be Cheeseburger and fries topped with your choice of onions, pickles and tomatoes for $7.00. We also have onion rings for $4.25. Popcorn chicken and fries for $7.50. Also, please remember to grab your utensils, condiments etc etc from where you purchased or brought your food from PLEASE. I do not like denying students these things, but I am running a business and these items cost my business money which I am held accountable for.
SPORTS:
1. The junior and senior girls' basketball teams are in need of your support! Tonight at 5 and 7pm, our lady lions will be playing in the city championships at SJC! Come out and support ACS! Wear your spirit wear, bring signs and cheer loud and proud. $3 for students and $5 for adults. Let’s GO LIONS!
Have a great weekend Lions!
