Thursday's Announcements
BLOOD DRIVE
This year's first blood drive will take place on Wednesday October 24 in our gym. Signups will take place at lunch all week in the Learning Commons at lunch. Blood typing will take place on Tuesday October 9 in the atrium.
The Horatio Alger Scholarship
The Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship is awarded to full-time students in Ontario with financial need who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as strength of character, a good academic record, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, and a desire to contribute to society.
This Scholarship is due October 25th!!!!! Further information on this scholarship can be found through the guidance portal.
Loran Leadership Award
Nominations are still needed for the Loran Leadership Award.
Applicants must be in their graduating year, present a minimum cumulative average of 85% and hold a Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status. Each school may sponsor up to three candidates.
See Ms. Cuderman in guidance if you wish to be nominated well before the due date of October 17th.
Their motto is character, service, and leadership. This organization offers the country’s largest and most comprehensive four-year undergraduate award (valued at $100,000) to young Canadians on the basis of character, service and the promise of leadership!
Please refer to the posting found in the guidance portal for further information. Please see Ms. Cuderman in guidance for more information and a possible nomination.
University of Toronto National Scholarship
The University of Toronto National Book Award Program is intended to recognize and
reward the very best Canadian secondary school students, regardless of which university
those students choose to attend. These are students who demonstrate superior academic
performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad
context.
They excel in academic pursuits, demonstrate enthusiasm for intellectual exploration and
have a strong involvement in the lives of their schools and communities.
YOGA CLUB
Students interested in practising yoga and mindfulness on a weekly basis, please attend a meeting today in Room 201 at lunch.
STAFF LUNCHEON
This Friday after mass we will celebrate our first luncheon of the year. The price is $8.00 and all profits will go into our culinary Bursary fund. Check the community web site for the menu.
PHOTO RETAKE DAY
Lifetouch will be at the school on Wednesday October 10th for those students who missed having their photo taken. For students who have lost their student card there is a replacement cost of $5.00. Students requiring a retake on their photo package must return their photo package to the photographer
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Canadian Cancer Society is in desperate need of volunteers to help raise funds for breast cancer research!
Do you have 2 hours to volunteer sometime between October 11 to October 14????
If so, you can register online at myCCSschedule.ca or call Theresa at 519-254-5116
Additional information can be found on the guidance volunteer hours bulletin board or check out the new volunteer info portal
GIRLS HOCKEY
Attention all girls interested in trying out for the St. Joe's Girls Hockey Team.
There will be a sign up session on Friday October 5th at the beginning of lunch in room 261.
The first practice is Wednesday October 17th. See you at the meeting!
ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
Attention Members of the Environmental Club: We will be meeting today after school in Room 155 to go out and do our first clean up. Please come prepared to work outside. Gloves and bags will be provided. See you after school in room 155!
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT COMPANY PROGRAM
Hey Lasers! Have you ever thought of creating your own business? Do you have any great product ideas? Do you want to make new friends, gain experience and knowledge of the business world, and… make money? The Junior Achievement company program encompasses all of these aspects and more! The 18-week program takes place every Monday from 6:30-9:00 pm at Big Brothers Big Sisters Windsor Essex from October 29th to April 8th. You can receive awards, scholarship opportunities, and more with this internationally recognized program. Check out the LaserNews Instagram to sign up!
FROZEN YOGURT
Nucelli's Frozen Yogurt will be sold at lunchtime today in room 111 for only $2.50. Choose from oreo, skittles, strawberry, raspberry and cotton candy flavoured yogurts.
This year's first blood drive will take place on Wednesday October 24 in our gym. Signups will take place at lunch all week in the Learning Commons at lunch. Blood typing will take place on Tuesday October 9 in the atrium.
The Horatio Alger Scholarship
The Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship is awarded to full-time students in Ontario with financial need who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as strength of character, a good academic record, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, and a desire to contribute to society.
This Scholarship is due October 25th!!!!! Further information on this scholarship can be found through the guidance portal.
Loran Leadership Award
Nominations are still needed for the Loran Leadership Award.
Applicants must be in their graduating year, present a minimum cumulative average of 85% and hold a Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status. Each school may sponsor up to three candidates.
See Ms. Cuderman in guidance if you wish to be nominated well before the due date of October 17th.
Their motto is character, service, and leadership. This organization offers the country’s largest and most comprehensive four-year undergraduate award (valued at $100,000) to young Canadians on the basis of character, service and the promise of leadership!
Please refer to the posting found in the guidance portal for further information. Please see Ms. Cuderman in guidance for more information and a possible nomination.
University of Toronto National Scholarship
The University of Toronto National Book Award Program is intended to recognize and
reward the very best Canadian secondary school students, regardless of which university
those students choose to attend. These are students who demonstrate superior academic
performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad
context.
They excel in academic pursuits, demonstrate enthusiasm for intellectual exploration and
have a strong involvement in the lives of their schools and communities.
YOGA CLUB
Students interested in practising yoga and mindfulness on a weekly basis, please attend a meeting today in Room 201 at lunch.
STAFF LUNCHEON
This Friday after mass we will celebrate our first luncheon of the year. The price is $8.00 and all profits will go into our culinary Bursary fund. Check the community web site for the menu.
PHOTO RETAKE DAY
Lifetouch will be at the school on Wednesday October 10th for those students who missed having their photo taken. For students who have lost their student card there is a replacement cost of $5.00. Students requiring a retake on their photo package must return their photo package to the photographer
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Canadian Cancer Society is in desperate need of volunteers to help raise funds for breast cancer research!
Do you have 2 hours to volunteer sometime between October 11 to October 14????
If so, you can register online at myCCSschedule.ca or call Theresa at 519-254-5116
Additional information can be found on the guidance volunteer hours bulletin board or check out the new volunteer info portal
Anyone who would like to get some community service hours or leadership hours, there is a great opportunity after school today. Help is needed with set up for tomorrow's Mass. Please meet Mrs. Walls in the gym immediately after school if you would like to help.
GIRLS HOCKEY
Attention all girls interested in trying out for the St. Joe's Girls Hockey Team.
There will be a sign up session on Friday October 5th at the beginning of lunch in room 261.
The first practice is Wednesday October 17th. See you at the meeting!
ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
Attention Members of the Environmental Club: We will be meeting today after school in Room 155 to go out and do our first clean up. Please come prepared to work outside. Gloves and bags will be provided. See you after school in room 155!
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT COMPANY PROGRAM
Hey Lasers! Have you ever thought of creating your own business? Do you have any great product ideas? Do you want to make new friends, gain experience and knowledge of the business world, and… make money? The Junior Achievement company program encompasses all of these aspects and more! The 18-week program takes place every Monday from 6:30-9:00 pm at Big Brothers Big Sisters Windsor Essex from October 29th to April 8th. You can receive awards, scholarship opportunities, and more with this internationally recognized program. Check out the LaserNews Instagram to sign up!
FROZEN YOGURT
Nucelli's Frozen Yogurt will be sold at lunchtime today in room 111 for only $2.50. Choose from oreo, skittles, strawberry, raspberry and cotton candy flavoured yogurts.
Come by room 111 to get your yogurt today.
UNITED WAY
Attention All Staff: United Way pledge forms have been placed in your mailboxes. Complete the forms with your pledges by December 1, 2018 and return them to Miss Touma in room 155. Please do not leave completed forms with cheques, cash or Credit Card information in Miss Touma's mailbox. Kindly hand them to her in room 155. Should you have any questions or concerns please see Ms. Touma in room 155.
Attention All Staff: United Way pledge forms have been placed in your mailboxes. Complete the forms with your pledges by December 1, 2018 and return them to Miss Touma in room 155. Please do not leave completed forms with cheques, cash or Credit Card information in Miss Touma's mailbox. Kindly hand them to her in room 155. Should you have any questions or concerns please see Ms. Touma in room 155.
LASER NEWS
Attention to all Laser News team members, there will be a quick meeting today in Room 212 during lunch. Again, to all Laser News team members, there will be a quick meeting today in Room 212 during lunch. See you there!
MR. GILBERT
Mr. Gilbert has a 30 second announcement to make for this year's Lottery.
MR. GILBERT
Mr. Gilbert has a 30 second announcement to make for this year's Lottery.
