The Final Week of Semester 1 - 2013

Welcome to the final week of Semester 1.

This means one thing ---- Study Hard!

This is not the time for video games, partying, hanging out at the mall, or any other time wasting activities. A little sacrifice and discipline now will cause less heartache later. You should always aim to give it your best.

For some of you exams begin today, and then most of you will have start your exams sometime this week or when the Formal Exam schedule begins on Friday.

Be aware that they are calling for some kind of snowstorm to be here by Friday, but things can change from now until then. In my 16+ years at FMM, the school has never closed due to a snowstorm. The public the TTC and YRT is always in service I don't expect it to change. Be prepared to come in to write your exams that day if you are scheduled to do so. Do not expect to be bailed out by a snowstorm. Leave your home earlier than usual if you are concerned.

In case severe weather comes, the re-write day is January 31st. But as I stated, I've never seen that happen.

Best of luck with your exams - make sure to come in full school uniform - and see you at the start of Semester 2 on February 4.

Semester 1, Week 18 (Two weeks left)

If you haven't started getting serious about your school work and studying you need to start today!

Make sure to complete your assignments, CPT's, and to start reviewing for your Exams.

If you have not placed your requests to write your formal exams in Room 327, then please do so as soon as possible to Mr. Hospedales.

In Class Exams begin on Thursday January 17 and continue right until the last day of classes on Thursday January 24.  Formal Exams start on Friday January 25 and goes to Wednesday January 30.

The EQAO Math Assessment for Grade 9 Math students takes place on Tuesday January 15 & Wednesday January 16. ESL students will write it during period 1 and 2 to ensure they get extra time.

On Friday January 18 from 6-730 pm, there will be the Grade 11 Drama Production in the Lower Lecture Hall. Catch the performance if you can.

Have a great week!

Semester 1, Week 17 -- Happy New Year!

Welcome back and welcome to 2013!

We hope you enjoyed your time with your families but we've got a busy time ahead.

I just about three weeks exams will begin. So make sure to start reviewing for your exams and to complete your assignments and CPT's.

Semester 1, Week 16 - Merry Christmas!

We had another very successful Christmas Lunch last week. Some of the pictures from that day are below. As you can see, Miss Spicer came back for a guest appearance. She's looking great too! Thanks for everyone for participating and bring in your great food. A very tasty and enjoyable lunch for all.

 This is the last week of school before the Christmas Break (December 24- January 6). Classes resume on Monday January 7.

If you need a picture with Santa, FMM Student Government will offer pictures with Santa during lunch A & C from Monday to Wednesday this week.

Have a great week! Merry Christmas and have a restful and enjoyable holiday with your families.

Semester 1, Week 15

Our big ELL event this week is Wednesday's Annual ELL Christmas Potluck Lunch.

Please remember to sign up (if you haven't don't so already) and bring your items to Room 327 (between 8 - 8:25 am). We are looking forward to another outstanding time and great food. If you are unable to make something, please see Mr. Hospedales and donate cash so he can pick up something for you -- quite a few students have done this already.

The lunch will occur in Room 327 during period 3 only! If students have tests or important class activities that they need to be in class for, they can attend during their scheduled lunch period but must return to class.

See you Wednesday and have a great week!

Semester 1, Week 14

It is the first week of December so you can expect a busy month ahead with only three more weeks until Christmas Holidays – the last day of class is Friday December 21.

Here are the major activities for this week:

Marketing Fair – December 4-6.

Advent Liturgy – December 6

** Wednesday December 5 – Board staff will be here all day to visit and interview our new ELL students.*** Students will be given specific appointment times.

Remember, our Annual Christmas Potluck Lunch is next Wednesday December 12.

By the way, Ms. Spicer sends her best wishes and hopes to come into the school for a visit soon. Maybe during the Christmas Lunch??

Have a great week.

Semester 1, Week 13

Another busy and exciting week ahead:

All week our Grade 12 ELL Religion class will read their morning and afternoon prayers over the PA for the entire school.

On Wednesday November 28, the RIDE Program will officially launch at our school. We will have a number of dignitaries in attendance and displays outside. The York Region Police will also conduct RIDE (Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere) checks outside the school on McCowan road. Here are a few more details:

2012 R.I.D.E. program Kick off
Location: Father Michael McGivney CA (Gym)
Time: 10 am - 12 noon (guest arrival: 9 am)
Host: Kevin Frankish ( Breakfast Television)
Invitees: Police, Members of MADD Canada, all 15 high schools (10 students from each OSAID chapter), victims and families, Ministry of Transportation, Local Council including Mayor and insurance reps


On Friday at 6 pm in the cafeteria, Student Government will host the talent show. Tickets are available for purchase right now. Don't be disappointed.

Have a great week!