JT Announcements for February 28, 2014

Spring Fling tickets will be on sale today at lunch. Currently, the Orange Team is leading the competition.
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Attention members of the Grade 10 Jazz Band: Please come down to the band room at 9:10 this morning.
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Would the Boys Soccer team please meet in Ms. Armistead's room today immediately at 12:03 for five minutes. YOU MUST ATTEND
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All next week at lunch in the gym we are holding the First Annual John Taylor All Star Basketball Skills Competition. Sign up on the board outside of Gym A. Your name must be on the list by Friday if you want to participate. The preliminary rounds of the Free Throw Challenge, Three Point Competition and Two Ball Showdown will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The finals will go on Thursday and Friday... WHOOO!!!
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Any students willing to make centerpieces for the Variety Show should show up to Mrs. Memka's room (room 301) today at lunch. Please bring your lunch
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Hat Day! This Friday! Wear your hat all day for $1. So find the perfect hat, bring a loonie & help support our 2014 grad this Friday!
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Tickets for the Winnipeg Jets raffle takes place this week for the March 4 game against the New York Islanders. This year only 200 tickets are being sold, so there is a great chance to win. Last year Ms. Kubas won the 2 Jets Tickets and the year before that Shea K. was the lucky Jets fan.  Who will it be this year?  Tickets are on sale until Friday at noon.

JT Announcements for February 27, 2014

Talking Circle will take place today at 12:15 in room 313. All are welcome.
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Can you feel it everyone? Spring is in the air......the Spring Fling Dance, that is. Tickets go on sale this today for our Spring Fling Formal Dance. Tickets are $5.00 each. The Dance will be held Friday, March 7th from 7:00-10:30pm.  And, we're throwing in a twist. Ticket sales will be our first competition for our gym blast teams. The team to have the most tickets sold will get the bragging rights of winning the first competition, and lead the way into the Gym Blast competition!

Edit: Tickets will also be on sale Feb 28 at lunch. The Orange Team is currently in the lead.
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All next week at lunch in the gym we are holding the First Annual John Taylor All Star Basketball Skills Competition. Sign up on the board outside of Gym A. Your name must be on the list by Friday if you want to participate. The preliminary rounds of the Free Throw Challenge, Three Point Competition and Two Ball Showdown will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The finals will go on Thursday and Friday... WHOOO!!!
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Any students willing to make centerpieces for the Variety Show should show up to Mrs. Memka's room (room 301) today at lunch. Please bring your lunch
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Hat Day! This Friday! Wear your hat all day for $1. So find the perfect hat, bring a loonie & help support our 2014 grad this Friday!
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Tickets for the Winnipeg Jets raffle takes place this week for the March 4 game against the New York Islanders. This year only 200 tickets are being sold, so there is a great chance to win. Last year Ms. Kubas won the 2 Jets Tickets and the year before that Shea K. was the lucky Jets fan.  Who will it be this year?  Tickets are on sale until Friday at noon.

Solo Night At JT

Thanks to everyone who helped to organize the JT Solo Night as a Fundraiser for Grad 2014.

Special thanks to TAZ....for the laughs.

JETS Tickets

John Taylor will be raffling off a pair of Jets tickets for the March 4th game against the New York Islanders. Tickets are available at lunch hours in the front link for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00. Proceeds go to Student Activities and Safe Grad.

JT Announcements for February 25, 2014

Congratulations to the track team who competed yesterday. The team was led by Caleb D. and Danielle S., who both placed in the top 10 in their events.
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Attention all students: This is your last day to sign up for Gym Blast teams. Teams will be posted outside Ms. Paragg's room and in the Front Link on Wednesday, Feb.26th. There will be no changes to teams once they've been finalized. Please see Ms. Paragg in room 210 if there are any problems.
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Can you feel it everyone? Spring is in the air......the Spring Fling Dance, that is. Tickets go on sale this Thursday for our Spring Fling Formal Dance. Tickets are $5.00 each. The Dance will be held Friday, March 7th from 7:00-10:30pm.  And, we're throwing in a twist. Ticket sales will be our first competition for our gym blast teams. The team to have the most tickets sold will get the bragging rights of winning the first competition, and lead the way into the Gym Blast competition!
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Hat Day! This Friday! Wear your hat all day for $1. So find the perfect hat, bring a loonie & help support our 2014 grad this Friday!
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Tickets for the Winnipeg Jets raffle takes place this week for the March 4 game against the New York Islanders. This year only 20 tickets are being sold, so there is a great chance to win. Last year Ms. Kubas won the 2 Jets Tickets and the year before that Shea K. was the lucky Jets fan.  Who will it be this year?  Tickets are on sale until Friday at noon.

Count Me In....

Today, 27 students from John Taylor Collegiate, who are members of our Student Council and GSA, are attending Count Me In Winnipeg. 

"Count Me In is the largest youth-led movement of its kind. The organization promotes student volunteerism, and helps connect young people with community service opportunities that match their interests, passions and lifestyle. Count Me In is the link between teenagers and the charitable sector, inspiring local community involvement, leadership, and positive social change!"
Check out the Count Me In Website @ www.cmimovement.com

John Taylor Announcements for February 24, 2014

Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball team for their 3rd place finish in the River East Tournament over the weekend.
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A reminder to Grads that the Bud, Spud & Steak tickets will be on sale today and Wednesday Feb. 26 from 3:30 – 6:30. This will be the last chance to get tickets for the fundraiser as tickets will not be sold at the door. Also donations are still needed so please get those in as soon as possible as well.
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John Taylor now has its very own Bible Study that will be taking place every Monday after school in the Band room. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask Ryan W.
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There will be a TADD meeting in room 201 at lunch today.
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Tickets for the Winnipeg Jets raffle takes place this week for the March 4 game against the New York Islanders. This year only 20 tickets are being sold, so there is a great chance to win. Last year Ms. Kubas won the 2 Jets Tickets and the year before that Shea K. was the lucky Jets fan.  Who will it be this year?  Tickets are on sale until Friday at noon.

Important Dates & Information

On Friday February 28 student will be selecting their courses for the 2014-15 school year. In order to enter their courses for next year students must have returned their registration to the office.

John Taylor will be raffling off a pair of Jets tickets for the March 4th game against the New York Islanders. Tickets are available at lunch hours in the front link for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00. Proceeds go to Student Activities and Safe Grad.

Our Arts Department is sponsoring a Solo Night on Tuesday February 25th at 7 PM hosted by Comedian Big Daddy Tazz. Tickets are $5.00 and available from the office.

On March 6 our Safe Grad Parent committee is hosting a Spud and Steak evening at the Canad Inns Polo Park. Tickets are $20.00 with a great selection of silent auction opportunities.

Grade 9 Immunization forms are due on Monday February 24.

JT Announcements for February 20, 2014

ALL students who are attending the sweat lodge tomorrow must attend an important meeting today from 12:15-1:00 in room 313.
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There will be a mandatory TADD meeting today at 12:03 in room 104. If you cannot make it you must talk to Hayley Edwards of Mr. Johnson. Bring your lunch.
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There is a very important yearbook meeting today at 12 noon. Please bring your lunch. The Friesen's reps will be there.
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A reminder to Grads that the Bud, Spud & Steak tickets will be on sale next week, Monday Feb.24 and Wednesday Feb. 26 and this will be last chance to get tickets for the fundraiser. Tickets will not be sold at the door, so get your tickets. Also donations are still needed so please get those in as soon as possible as well.
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Attention all grade 12's, Sobey's Fundraiser forms are due this week, please bring in your form and money to Ms. Stroppa before Friday.
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Attention all pipers, sign-up sheets for this year's annual Gym Blast are posted outside Ms.Paragg's room, room 210. We would like to have teams made by next week so that we can add in some new competitions throughout the month of March. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in one of the largest school events! See Ms. Paragg if you have any questions.

Grade 9 Immunizations

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority offers the tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis vaccine
to all Grade 9 students. John Taylor’s clinic will take place the morning of Thursday, March 20, 2014. Please encourage your child to eat well and wear a short sleeved shirt on the day of the clinic. Immunization forms and information were sent home via our English classes. These forms will need to be returned by February 21st.

JT Announcements for February 19, 2014

Grad Photos continue today. Just a reminder that appointments were to be booked during a spare, not during class time.
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Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball team for defeating Vincent Massey last night.
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There will be a mandatory Youth in Philanthropy meeting Wednesday, Feb.19th at 12:00pm in the theatre. A representative from The Winnipeg Foundation will be here. Please see Ms. Paragg if you cannot attend.
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Musical practice at 12:30 today for royalty boys, royalty girls, princesses, and mersisters.
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Students who are new to John Taylor this semester can go to the Photo Lab in room 305 during period 2 on Thursday, February 20 to get their photo taken for their school ID.
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There will be a mandatory TADD meeting this Thursday, February 20 at 12:03 in room 104. If you cannot make it you must talk to Hayley Edwards of Mr. Johnson. Bring your lunch.
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There is a very important yearbook meeting this Thursday at 12 noon. Please bring your lunch. The Friesen's reps will be there.
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Do you need volunteer hours? Making Waves provides swimming opportunities for children with special needs and is recruiting volunteers to assist with their program. Making Waves representatives will have an information table in the front link Thursday, February 20th.  Drop by to see if this is something you can help out with.
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Attention all grade 12's, Sobey's Fundraiser forms are due this week, please bring in your form and money to Ms. Stroppa before Friday.
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Attention all pipers, sign-up sheets for this year's annual Gym Blast are posted outside Ms.Paragg's room, room 210. We would like to have teams made by next week so that we can add in some new competitions throughout the month of March. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in one of the largest school events! See Ms. Paragg if you have any questions.

Yes I Can Awards - Feb 20, 214

Yes I Can Awards 
Thursday Feb 20 @ The Victoria Inn

John Taylor is proud to share that we have a number of recipients this year.
Our entire Peer Mentorship EA Leaders will be acknowledged with Recognition of Achievement Award.
Congratulations to Mrs. Jenn Plesh, Mrs. Marie Cashin and Ms. Katie Noble.
Mrs. Joanne Huzel is a substitute Educational Assistant at John Taylor and she will be receiving an Recognition of Achievement Award for her outstanding commitment.
In addition, Braden W. will be receiving the Performing Arts Recognition of Achievement Award.
Thank you for all that you do to make JT at great place.

JT Announcements for February 20, 2014

Grad Photos begin today. Just a reminder that appointments were to be booked during a spare, not during class time.
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Attention members of Senior Band - We perform tonight at the Optimist Festival. You need to be at the Winnipeg Convention Centre at 6:30pm wearing black concert dress. Make sure you come to the band room at the end of the day and get your instrument and music.
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Boy's Hockey Team starts a best of 3 with Shaftsbury today at 4:15 at Varsity View Arena. Good Luck Pipers!
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Congratulations to the JV Boys Basketball team who won the Kelvin tournament with a 25 point victory over Sisler. Congratulations to Luis M. who was an all-star and James W. the MVP.  Great job Pipers!
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Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball team who were consolation champs in the Kildonan East Tournament over the weekend.  Come cheer them on today as they face Vincent Massey at 4:30 here at JT.  --
Would all student council members see Ms. Paragg in room 210 following the announcements? This will be a short 5 minute meeting.
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Boys soccer practice is cancelled tonight.
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There will be a mandatory Youth in Philanthropy meeting Wednesday, Feb.19th at 12:00pm in the theatre. A representative from The Winnipeg Foundation will be here. Please see Ms. Paragg if you cannot attend.
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Musical practice at 12:30 today for all waiters, waitresses, mersisters, Chef Louis, Sebastian, Ariel and Eric.

Tomorrow at 12:30 for royalty boys, royalty girls, princesses, and mersisters.
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Students who are new to John Taylor this semester can go to the Photo Lab in room 305 during period 2 on Thursday, February 20 to get their photo taken for their school ID.
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There is a very important yearbook meeting this Thursday at 12 noon. Please bring your lunch. The Friesen's reps will be there.
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Attention all pipers, sign-up sheets for this year's annual Gym Blast are posted outside Ms.Paragg's room, room 210. We would like to have teams made by next week so that we can add in some new competitions throughout the month of March. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in one of the largest school events! See Ms. Paragg if you have any questions.

JT Announcements for February 14, 2014

Report cards will be distributed today at the following times:
Grade 9s in the Library at 3:20
Grade 10s in the Theatre at 3:20
Grade 11s in the Theatre at 10:50
Grade 12s in the Library at 10:50
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Thank you to all the staff and student volunteers who helped to make our JT open house a great success. That was true PIPER pride in action.
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Any students who have not yet received their registration form for next year can pick it up from the office. Forms are due back today.
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Anyone helping out with the Variety Show decor please report to Mrs. Memka's room at 12:03.
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Attention all students: Today is the last day to find out who you might be matched up with, don't let your results disappear. Bring your $2 to the front link at lunch to find out who your perfect match might be!
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans to room 210 this week to help out the teens of Winnipeg.
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Attention all grads: Please be sure to be selling your Sobey's Cards this week. All funds need to be in Feb 18-21st. Your help is really needed so we can afford to make our grad the best it can be!
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Boy's soccer: there will be a practice on Tuesday at 8 pm in Gym AB.  Please see Ms. Armistead if you cannot attend.  Our next game is on Thursday at 4:10 pm at Canlan against Maples.  Come on out and cheer on your Pipers!
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Students who are new to John Taylor this semester can go to the Photo Lab in room 305 during period 2 on Wednesday, February 19 to get their photo taken for their school ID.

JT Announcements for February 13, 2014

Report cards will be distributed tomorrow at the following times:
Grade 9s in the Library at 3:20
Grade 10s in the Theatre at 3:20
Grade 11s in the Theatre at 10:50
Grade 12s in the Library at 10:50
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Congratulations to the JV Basketball girls for defeating Sturgeon Heights last night.
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There is a yearbook meeting today at lunch.
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All GSA members need to come to Mrs. Memka's room for a brief meeting right at 12:03. This will be a very quick meeting but it is important.
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Attention all students: Do you remember when you filled in your matchmaker form last month? Well, the results are in just in time for Valentine's Day! Matchmaker results will be on sale today and tomorrow. Only costs $2 to find out who you are matched up with! See you in the front link at lunch.
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Would the students who wish to volunteer for the French speaking competition please see Ms. Armistead tomorrow at 12:03pm.
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Any students who have not yet received their registration form for next year can pick it up from the office. Forms are due back Friday, February 14.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans to room 210 this week to help out the teens of Winnipeg.
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Attention all grads: Please be sure to be selling your Sobey's Cards this week. All funds need to be in Feb 18-21st. Your help is really needed so we can afford to make our grad the best it can be!
Students who are new to John Taylor this semester can go to the Photo Lab in room 305 during period 2 on Wednesday, February 19 to get their photo taken for their school ID.

JT OPEN HOUSE

John Taylor is having our open house on Thursday February 13.  Everyone is welcome.

7:00 to 7:30 - Theatre Presentation
7:30 - 8:15 - School Tours
8:15 to 8:30 - AP presention in the theatre 
8:15 - Refreshments in the Gym

JT Announcements for February 12, 2014

Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball Team on their win against St. Mary's Academy. Come out and support them tonight at 6:15 as they play Sturgeon Heights.
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There will be a quick meeting for all Peer Mentors today at lunch in room 111.
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Anyone interested in helping with the decorations for the Grade 12 Variety Show, please see Mrs. Memka today at 12:10 in the art room. If there are no volunteers, there will not be any decorations
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There is a yearbook meeting tomorrow at lunch.
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Attention all students: Do you remember when you filled in your matchmaker form last month? Well, the results are in just in time for Valentine's Day! Matchmaker results will be on sale today till Friday February 14th. Only costs $2 to find out who you are matched up with! See you in the front link at lunch.
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Would the students who wish to volunteer for the French speaking competition please see Ms. Armistead tomorrow at 12:03pm.
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Any students who have not yet received their registration form for next year can pick it up from the office. Forms are due back Friday, February 14.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans to room 210 this week to help out the teens of Winnipeg.
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Attention all grads: Please be sure to be selling your Sobey's Cards this week. All funds need to be in Feb 18-21st. Your help is really needed so we can afford to make our grad the best it can be!

JT Announcements for February 11, 2014

Anyone interested in creating, writing or producing movies please meet Mrs. James today in room 313 at lunch.
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There will be a brief but important meeting for all track athletes going to the first meet today at lunch in Mr. Loewen's room.
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Attention all students: Do you remember when you filled in your matchmaker form last month? Well, the results are in just in time for Valentine's Day! Matchmaker results will be on sale from tomorrow Feb 11 till Friday February 14th. It only costs $2 to find out who you are matched up with! See you in the front link at lunch.
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There will be a GSA meeting today in the art room at 12:03. Please bring your lunch.
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Boy's Soccer: a reminder that you have a game today and you should leave your 6th period class at 3:10pm.  Please meet up in the front link to arrange a ride with your teammates or see Ms. Armistead at the lunch hour to arrange a ride.  You ALSO have a game on Wednesday at Canlan at 4:10pm. If you need to arrange a ride speak to Ms. Armistead or a teammate.
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There will be a quick meeting for all Peer Mentors on Wednesday at lunch in room 111.
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Anyone interested in helping with the decorations for the Grade 12 Variety Show, please see Mrs. Memka Wednesday at 12:10 in the art room. If there are no volunteers, there will not be any decorations
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Would the students who wish to volunteer for the French speaking competition please see Ms. Armistead on Thursday at 12:03pm.
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Any students who have not yet received their registration form for next year can pick it up from the office. Forms are due back Friday, February 14.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans to room 210 this week to help out the teens of Winnipeg.
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Attention all grads: Please be sure to be selling your Sobey's Cards this week. All funds need to be in Feb 18-21st. Your help is really needed so we can afford to make our grad the best it can be!

JT Announcements for February 10, 2014

There will be a Creative Writing Club meeting today at lunch in room 205.
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Any students who have not yet received their registration form for next year can pick it up from the office. Forms are due back Friday, February 14.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans this week to help out the teens of Winnipeg.

JT Announcements for February 7, 2014

Grade level meetings will take place at the following times today:
Grade 9 - 10:05
Grade 10 - 11:30
Grade 11 - 1:20
Registration information for next year will be given out at these times.
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Thanks to the JT Improv Team, The Platypus, for hosting a successful improve event last night!
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All Gr.11-12 Out of School Phys-Ed students should hand in their January hours to Mr. Vermette this week. Remember to complete the on-line health modules.
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Do you think you are the best chess player in the school? If so, then come on out Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch in Room 211 to challenge for the top of the chess pyramid.
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Today is Red, White, and Gold Day at JT to kick off the Olympic Games. Students and staff are asked to participate by sporting their Canada Gear, Red, White, or Gold clothing. Student Council members will be handing out prizes to students who participate.
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Did you know that 1 in 3 teens between the ages of 16-24 are homeless? The most requested article of clothing is pairs of jeans. Starting next week, John Taylor will be collecting for Teens for Jeans. Bring in lightly worn jeans starting Monday to help out the teens of Winnipeg.

JT Announcements for February 6, 2014

Looking for something to do tonight? Then come out for a night of comedy and drama, and see JT's Improv team host and perform in its "Be My Valentine" improv show! Admission is free and the show is starts at 7pm in the theatre this Thursday! Let's fill those seats and support our team in the Manitoba Improv League!
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There is a very important Yearbook meeting today at lunch. The Friesen rep will be here.
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All Gr.11-12 Out of School Phys-Ed students should hand in their January hours to Mr. Vermette this week. Remember to complete the on-line health modules.
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Do you think you are the best chess player in the school? If so, then come on out Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch in Room 211 to challenge for the top of the chess pyramid.
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Friday, February 7th will be Red, White, and Gold Day at JT to kick off the Olympic Games. Students and staff are asked to participate by sporting their Canada Gear, Red, White, or Gold clothing. Student Council members will be handing out prizes to students who participate.

JT Announcements for February 5, 2014

The JV Girls Basketball team won against Oak Park 47-42 in an intense and exciting game last night.  Come out and cheer them on Thursday as they face them again in our own gym at 6:15.
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Congratulations to the Grade 9 Boys Basketball team for beating divisional rival St. Paul's by one point on a game winning shot by Brett A.  The team was led by Brett A. with 12 points Devon M. with 9 points and
--strong efforts from Troy K., Presley M. and Garrison T.
There will be an important Student Council Meeting today at 12:05pm in room 210. Please see Ms. Paragg if you cannot attend.
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There will be a GSA meeting in room 301 at 12:03. Please bring your lunch.
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There is a very important Yearbook meeting tomorrow (Thursday at lunch). The Friesen rep wants to see us.
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Ms. Botincan’s early morning dance class tomorrow, Thursday, February 6th. Classes will resume Wednesday, February 12 at 7:30 am. Ness dance is also cancelled today, with classes resuming Wednesday, February 12.
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Musical lunch hour practice today is for under the sea partner dancing. See you in the basement at 12:30.
Grad Photo Sign up will take place in the front link today during the lunch hour.
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Sport Chek is looking for sales associates for their Unicity location. Please see Guidance for more details.
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All Gr.11-12 Out of School Phys-Ed students should hand in their January hours to Mr. Vermette this week. Remember to complete the on-line health modules.
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Do you think you are the best chess player in the school? If so, then come on out Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch in Room 211 to challenge for the top of the chess pyramid.
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Please note: Announcements are posted in the front link, on the doors of Gym AB, on the website, on the blog, and on the Parent Portal.

JT Spaghetti Bridge Challenge is on...

Students began the process of competing in the spaghetti bridge challenge today.  Students were given the criteria for the competition and began their design process.

JT Announcements for February 4, 2014

Ms. Botincan’s early morning dance class is cancelled tomorrow, February 5th and Thursday, February 6th. Classes will resume Wednesday, February 12 at 7:30 am. Ness dance is also cancelled Wednesday, February 5, with classes resuming Wednesday, February 12.
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Musical lunch hour practice today is for boys only. See you in the basement at 12:30.
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Grad Photo Sign up will take place in the front link tomorrow during the lunch hour.
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Sport Chek is looking for sales associates for their Unicity location. Please see Guidance for more details.