St. Joseph's High School Daily Announcements.

DRAMA CLUB The Drama Club is looking for more actors to be a part of this years play.  We are especially in need of male actors.  If you are interested, please see Mrs. D'Alimonte in the drama room.  FOOD ORDERS Mr. Younan, Ms. Donais Ms. Hayes your food orders are ready to be picked up.

BADMINTON CLUB Anyone wanting to come out and play badminton, the gym will be open tomorrow morning at 7:15 am. Everyone is welcome! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Anyone looking for Community Service Hours - help is needed tomorrow immediately after school with set up for our School Mass. If you are able to stay and help, please meet in the gym immediately after school tomorrow.  COPA DI RAYO Today's Copa di Rayo matches are going to be postponed until tomorrow. Sorry for any inconvenience, again, all Copa di Rayo matches scheduled for today are postponed to tomorrow.  STUDENT COUNCIL All Student Council Members are reminded of our Secret Santa Christmas party immediately after school today in room 154. HEALING HEARTS GROUP Just a reminder to all members of our Healing Hearts group that our luncheon will take place today in the conference room. BOYS BASKETBALL Last night, the senior boys improved to 3 and 1 with an impressive 72 to 58 win over our

GIVEAWAY GATHERING IMPORTANT reminder for Mr Barrons eco club volunteers that their services will be needed right afterschool and into the evening in preparation for the traditional indigenous ceremony tonight - meet in room 217 for the rest of the school you are cordially invited to attend this giveaway gathering tonight at 6 pm here in the atrium - This is a short, NO COST event and all are welcome to experience this First Nations ceremony JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM THERE WILL BE A QUICK MEETING AT LUNCH TODAY IN PORTABLE 2 RIGHT AT THE LUNCH BELL. COPA DI RAYO Tomorrow's matches for Copa Di Rayo beginning at 11:40 AM: Match 1 - Returning Champs FC vs Captain Dom Match 2 - L.B. F.C. vs Marko and Friends CATHOLIC CUP Tickets for the Father Zakoor Catholic Cup game go on sale today at Lunch outside of Guidance. Tickets are $3.00 each, and this gives you admission to both the Girls and Boys hockey games. Go Lasers!

BOYS BASKETBALL Attention all Fans! Tuesday, December 18th, come check out a doubleheader against Riverside in our gym. Seniors are at 4pm followed by the juniors at 530! Let's fill that gym! Go Lasers! POTENTIAL GRADS This is a reminder that the deadlines for your post-secondary applications are quickly approaching.  Applying to College? The deadline is Feb. 1, 2019.  If you plan on applying to university, the deadline is January 16, 2019.  If you require assistance with this process please make an appointment in guidance as soon as possible. COPA DI RAYO Wednesday's matches for Copa Di Rayo beginning at 11:40 AM: Match 1 - Returning Champs FC vs Captain Dom Match 2 - L.B. F.C. vs Marko and Friends\ JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL PRACTICE IS CANCELLED TODAY!  THERE WILL BE A LUNCH MEETING TOMORROW TO DISCUSS RIDES TO OUR TUESDAY GAME @ MASSEY. LASER NEWS Attention to all Laser News members, our potluck will be on Thursday, December 20

CROSS COUNTRY A reminder to all members of this year's cross country team. Our annual Christmas party is this Monday, December 17th. Please meet in room 259 after school. Don't forget to bring a wrapped $10 gift and $5 for pizza. BOYS BASKETBALL Last night, your senior boys won on the road vs. Lajeunesse 72 to 40. We were led by a great team effort on defense. Our next game is Tuesday, December 18th in our home gym at 4pm vs. Riverside. Let's fill the stands to cheer on our boys! Go lasers.  SWIM TEAM On Tuesday, the Laser Swim Team participated in an Invitational Meet at the Windsor International Aquatic Centre. They continue to make great strides as a team and by improving their individual finish times. Congratulations to Diana Pasciuta–Tennant who added the 200 Metre Freestyle to her SWOSSAA qualified races and Aiden Ferrone who added the 100 Metre Free to his. This is in addition to Diana Leschinsky, Seth Kwasnicki and Mara Pascariu who are also

BOYS HOCKEY This is a reminder to members of the hockey team that we need your permission forms and cash money by Friday or you will find your self at school Monday and Tuesday and perhaps even not playing in the Catholic Cup, no money NO FUNNY! And to all staff, could you find time to pick up your food orders By Friday, Thank you. Don't forget staff luncheon this Friday $8.00 LASER NEWS Attention to Laser News team members, there will be a meeting TODAY at lunch in Room 212. Please bring your $5 for our potluck next week. Again: (repeat) MOCK TRIAL There will be a mock trial meeting today at lunch in room 257. Anyone interested is invited to attend. 

SCHULICH SCHOLARSHIP Attention to all grade 12 students going into STEM careers...St Joseph's high school is looking for nominees to represent our school. To be eligible for this prestige scholarship you must be applying for a STEM programme at an approved University in Canada for the fall of 2019. Unfortunately, the University of Windsor is not one of the designated schools. Students must self-nominate to be considered. Please see Miss Cuderman in guidance for further information. To be considered you must come to guidance no later than the end of the school day this Friday, December 14th. Further information can also be found at www.schulichleaders.com/ LASER NEWS Attention to all Laser News team members, there will be a very important meeting tomorrow in Room 212 at lunch. You must bring your $5 contribution for our potluck on December 20th. Again: (repeat). BOYS HOCKEY Mr. Sok's would like to see all the players who did not receive permission forms for the tour

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Students, are you looking for a "magical" volunteer opportunity? The Princess Ball of Essex-Kent is looking for student volunteers to assist with this event.  The Ball takes place on Saturday, January 26 from 12-4 pm.  There are numerous tasks that need to be filled by volunteers.  This event supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Canada.  If you are interested in more information please see Ms. Gilbert in the guidance office TODAY. WINDSOR LIGHT MUSIC THEATRE Attention all performers! Windsor Light Music Theatre is casting for the show Hairspray and is looking for cast members, particularly male cast members. Auditions are tonight as well as Thurs. Dec. 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Windsor Light Hall at 2491 Jos St. Louis.  For more information go to www.windsorlight.com/hairspray SCHULICH! (shew–lick) Attention to all grade 12 students going into STEM careers......St Joseph's high school is looking for nominees to represent St Joseph's

Would the following people please see Ms. Bisnaire TODAY at lunch in the music room: Sarah Beshiri, Angela Doctor, Halleloya Almansoor, Sean Samonte, Oleyo Gobi, Melody Turner, and Isabella Gallucci.  Come to the music room NOW to talk to Ms. Bisnaire. STAFF Just are minder that your Christmas food orders are ready to be picked up. BOYS HOCKEY This is an important reminder to members of the Boys Hockey team including AP's. You must have your team and Catholic Cup jersey fee in by Friday. This is a total of $340 for team players and $40 for AP's jerseys. Without payment will jeopardize playing in the Tournament and Catholic Cup. If there is a problem please see Mr. Sok's or Ms. Greig ASAP ATTENTION TO ALL PERFORMERS! Windsor Light Music Theatre is casting for the show Hairspray! and are looking for cast members, particularly male cast members. Auditions are tonight as well as Thurs. Dec. 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Windsor Light Hall at 2491 Jos St. Louis.  For mor

STUDENT COUNCIL There will be a brief but important meeting at the beginning of lunch today in Room 154 to pick names for Secret Santa. BOYS BASKETBALL Last night, both our junior and senior boys won their first game at Sandwich. Great job by both teams for coming back on the road and winning. Shout out to Wie Rath and Brayden Walls for hammering two thunderous dunks! Practice is Monday at 2:55PM for seniors. JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Last night the Junior Girls Volleyball team played a well fought home opener against Kingsville. The final score was 2–1 for Kingsville, but it's only the beginning of the season. Go Lasers! All Junior Girls Volleyball team members, please meet right at the lunch bell in portable 2 for a quick meeting. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Students, are you looking for a "magical" volunteer opportunity? The Princess Ball of Essex-Kent is looking for student volunteers to assist with this event.  The Ball takes place on Saturday, January 26 from

CREPE SALE It's crepe day! Everyone that has purchased a ticket for crepes needs to check their tickets for their designated time to join us in the library, bring your tickets for a great time. MOCK TRIAL There will be a brief, but important meeting for all students interested in participating in this year's mock trial competition today at lunch in room 257. What is a mock trial, you ask? It is an imitation trial where you get to take on the role of either a lawyer or a witness and compete against many other teams from the area.  No experience is necessary, you only need the willingness to try something new, the commitment to meet once a week and the desire to learn about the legal system and how trials work in a real courtroom setting. See you today at lunch in Room 257. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Students, are you looking for a "magical" volunteer opportunity? The Princess Ball of Essex-Kent is looking for student volunteers to assist with this event.

BOYS HOCKEY The team will be released at the beginning of 4th period after students received their class assignments. GIRLS HOCKEY Please dismiss members of the girls hockey team at 1:45 today for their game in Belle River against St. Anne. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Students, are you looking for a "magical" volunteer opportunity? The Princess Ball of Essex-Kent is looking for student volunteers to assist with this event.  The Ball takes place on Saturday, January 26 from 12-4 pm.  There are numerous tasks that need to be filled by volunteers.  This event supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Canada.  If you are interested in more information please see Ms. Gilbert in the guidance office TODAY. ECO CLUB Re minder to the Enviro volunteers that an inventory organization meeting is happening after school today in Room 217 with Mr Barron.  This working meeting only lasts an hour but all Enviro Club members and those volunteers from Ms. Touma's class are welcome

CREPE SALE Attention Lasers! The Vente de Crepe is 2 days away! Don’t forget to buy your ticket in the atrium at lunch. We have some incroyable flavours such as Brownie Explosion, Banana Nutella, Apple Pie, and the highly anticipated Christmas Dinner! December 6th, in the library, all afternoon! Hope to see you there! SHOUTOUT TO LUCAS YOUKHANA FOR MAKING THIS INCREDIBLE VIDEO: FROZEN YOGURT Stop by room 111 today at lunchtime to buy your frozen yogurt for only $2.50.  We have some great flavours for you to try ... raspberry, skittles, blueberry and lemon vanilla. Come and enjoy a frozen yogurt today!  All proceeds go to the Life Skills Program.  Thank you for your support! LITURGICAL DANCERS Could  Tina Ighorewo come to room 154 at the beginning of lunch. CROSS COUNTRY Attention members of this year's cross country team. There will be a meeting at lunch tomorrow in room 205. If anyone still has a uniform please bring it to the meeting.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Attention Lasers: the Senior Volleyball Team has their first season game this Thursday at 4pm. Please try to come out to the gym to cheer them on!! LITURGICAL DANCE Liturgical dancers are to meet in room 154 at lunch. ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB Attention All Students:  The Environmental Club meeting is canceled for today. We will not meet after school today due to the muddy and wet rainy conditions. We will look at another day to do outside clean up. Listen for the announcement.  WRESTLING TEAM What an impressive weekend for wrestling! Last Saturday, teams from Toronto, Montreal, and all over southwestern Ontario came out to compete at the University of Western in London. With hundreds of wrestling matches throughout the day, our team fought well, had an exciting experience, and came home cheerful and exhausted. A gold medal was earned by Bianca Luciani, a silver medal went to Avril Johnson, and a bronze medal  was secured by Raidyn Landry. Today,

DANCE TEAM There will be a mandatory meeting today at lunch immediately following these announcements in the Drama room for all Dance Team members. Please be there.  PRAYER Need a mental break at lunchtime? After you feed and renew your body, come to the chapel at noon TODAY to renew your soul! SCHOLARSHIPS December scholarships are just around the corner. Make sure to pay attention to detail as many scholarships are due before the Christmas Break. Traditionally December scholarships get the fewest applicants due to increased time demands from work and  family.  Remember that one of the most important parts of a scholarship application are your references. Make sure you select someone who knows you well and can speak to your strengths and character. Also, make sure to give your references plenty of time to craft an amazing letter of reference. Providing information about yourself and the scholarship will help the person writing your letter of reference to make the bes

CREPE SALE Salute everyone! French immersion is having the best crepe sale day ever on December 6th during period 3 and 4. All profits raised will be donated to mental health initiatives within our school and the community. Stay tuned to know when to buy tickets.  CHRISTMAS CONCERT Ms. Bisnaire is looking for singers, dancers or instrumentalists to perform at this year's Christmas concert on Dec. 11th and 12th.  People who are interested in performing for the Christmas concert should see Ms. Bisnaire sometime TODAY.   SCHOLARSHIPS December scholarships are just around the corner. Make sure to pay attention to detail as many scholarships are due before the Christmas Break. Traditionally, December scholarships get the fewest applicants due to increased time demands from work and  family.  Remember that one of the most important parts of a scholarship application are your references. Make sure you select someone who knows you well and can speak to your strengths and charact

CHRISTMAS CONCERT Ms. Bisnaire is looking for singers, dancers or instrumentalists to perform at this year's Christmas concert on Dec. 11th and 12th.  People who are interested in performing for the Christmas concert should see Ms. Bisnaire sometime today. SENIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Will the senior girls volleyball team please report to the Phys. Ed. office now or right at the start of lunch to get their uniform for the season. Again, that`s all senior girls volleyball players to the phys ed office to pick up their uniforms. Please also bring your consent form and money. BOYS HOCKEY St Joe's defeated Holy Names yesterday by a score of 5-2. The family line of Matteo and Mitch Santarossa started fast with a goal by Matteo 19 seconds of the first period. Eric DeGasparo had 2 with assists going to Super Dante DiMario Done, Smooth Aron Donnelly and Back to the Future McFla. Smooth Aron Donnelly had a goal, assisted by Super Dante DiMario Done and the puck stops here goalie

BOYS HOCKEY This is just a reminder you will be excused from the film festival today at 2:15 for a 3:30 game at South Windsor arena. DEBATE TEAM This is a reminder to those students participating in the debate tournament this Friday to get your permission forms from Mr. Sylvestre in ROOM 255.  There will be a debate practice after school for all members of the debate team. See you there. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITiES The Optimist Club of Forest Glade invites you to attend our 2nd annual Breakfast with Santa & Toy Bingo on Saturday, December 8th from 10:00am to 12:30pm.  This event will be held in the Forest Glade Arena-Auditorium (3205 Forest Glade Dr). Breakfast will be served from 10-11am To register as a volunteer and more information, contact Barbara at 519-979-6118. And...as always.... volunteer opportunities are posted on the volunteer board next to Guidance as well as the volunteer hours web page found on the St Joseph's portal FOUNTA