JT Announcements for March 28, 2014

Today is Team Colour Day!

All students are encouraged to participate. If you are a member of a Gym Blast team, points will be allotted for team participation each day.

Let's see some Piper Spirit and get involved.
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Boys Team Handball practice today at 6:00 at Hedges Middle School. Contact Ryan H. if you cannot make it.
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Any Semester one Grade 9 Art students wanting to pick up their clay dragon, please see Mrs. Memka before Spring Break.
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The Police Half Marathon takes place May 4. If you need some volunteer hours and would like to help, see the office for more details
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On April 9 we will be celebrating Day of Pink, the International Day against Bullying, Discrimination, Homophobia, and Transphobia. Join us by wearing pink on April 9.

Pizza Party for Physics

Thank you to Mr. Francis and his classes for taking part in the 2014 Spaghetti Bridge Competition on March 15, 2014 at Kildonan Place Shopping Centre. They have announced that based on the bridges that all the students built, the combined weight held was 15,618lbs. We donated that to Winnipeg Harvest $1/lb and they turn it around 20x with their buying power. With matching donations from Peak of the Market and Canada Safeway, Winnipeg Harvest received a donation of over 343,500 lbs of food from the students bridges!   Congratulations to all who took part!  John Taylor students have qualified for a Pizza Party. Have fun and enjoy the pizza! 
 

JT Announcements for March 27, 2014

This week, we will be having 3 Spirit Days leading into our Gym Blast on Friday afternoon:

Today is Jets Gear Day or Piper Gear Day. Tomorrow is Team Colour Day (Orange, Red, Purple, Pink)

All students are encouraged to participate. If you are a member of a Gym Blast team, points will be allotted for team participation each day.

Let's see some Piper Spirit and get involved.
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Felix G., Shay B., Mr. Goetz and Mr. Lockhart are the winners from the Candy Guessing Game! Come to the office to receive your prize!
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Any Semester one Grade 9 Art students wanting to pick up their clay dragon, please see Mrs. Memka before Spring Break.
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The Police Half Marathon takes place May 4. If you need some volunteer hours and would like to help, see the office for more details
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On April 9 we will be celebrating Day of Pink, the International Day against Bullying, Discrimination, Homophobia, and Transphobia. Join us by wearing pink on April 9.

Day of Pink - April 9th

DayofPink is the International Day against Bullying, Discrimination, Homophobia and Transphobia in schools and communities. We invite everyone to celebrate diversity by wearing a pink shirt and by organizing activities in their workplaces, organizations, communities and schools.

JT Announcements for March 25, 2014

This week, we will be having 3 Spirit Days leading into our Gym Blast on Friday afternoon:

Wed - Hat Day ($1.00 to wear your hat......all proceeds will go towards our Brick by Brick initiative)
Thursday - Jets Gear Day or Piper Gear Day
Friday - Team Colour Day (Orange, Red, Purple, Pink)

All students are encouraged to participate. If you are a member of a Gym Blast team, points will be allotted for team participation each day.

Let's see some Piper Spirit and get involved.
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Congratulations to Breanna H.! The Power Elite Cheer Team won first place for Level 2 Co-ed Cheer at the Bison Grand Championship.
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There will be a Boys Musical Rehearsal today at 12:30. There will be a rehearsal for all Partner Dancers tomorrow at 12:30.
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Just a reminder that there will be a Junior Varsity Boys Volleyball practice tonight at 7:15 in Gym C.
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Locker cleanup will take place tomorrow morning.
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Any Grade 11 or 12 students interested in entering an essay writing competition, please see Mr. Marquart. The topic is "Are social media making us anti-social"? The prize for the winning essay is $1000. The deadline is April 14th.
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Any Semester one Grade 9 Art students wanting to pick up their clay dragon, please see Mrs. Memka before Spring Break.
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The Police Half Marathon takes place May 4. If you need some volunteer hours and would like to help, see the office for more details

JT Announcements for March 24, 2014

Congratulations to Shyniece M. and Taylor L. for placing third this past weekend at the Bison Cheer Grand Championship.
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Creative Writing Club will meet in room 205 at lunch today.
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Handball tryouts start this week in Gym A/B. Boys tryouts take place Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 pm. Girls tryouts take place Monday at 7:15 pm and Wednesday at 5:30 pm.
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Locker cleanup will take place Wednesday morning.
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Any Grade 11 or 12 students interested in entering an essay writing competition, please see Mr. Marquart. The topic is "Are social media making us anti-social"? The prize for the winning essay is $1000. The deadline is April 14th.
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The Police Half Marathon takes place May 4. If you need some volunteer hours and would like to help, see the office for more details

Celebration Assembly

Congratulations to the students and staff who participated in the Spring Varity Fashion Show to help raise money for Grad 2014.  It was a big success.

Way to go Paul R, Ricky F and Martin Y for doing so well at the Canadian Chess Challenge.

We would like to highlight Shyneice, Taylor and Brianna for their accomplishments in cheerleading. 

Dan D was also a top finisher for his age category at the Manitoba Cadet Biathalon.

Samantha L from grade 12, Dustin from Grade 11 and Britany W from grade 10 each won $100 in the Association of Professional Engineers & Scientists of Manitoba's annual Spaghetti Bridge Competition. They build bridges out of spaghetti and white glue that could not weigh more than 350 grams.  This competition also donates food to Winnipeg Harvest that equals the weight of the bridges built.

Lastly the following JV boys: Ben A, Jared M, Jacob M, Kanen L, Tristan P, Robel F, Ricki Z, Luis M, Josh G, Jason Q, James W and Manager Ben K who won the Provincial Basketball Championship.

James will be JT Principal for the Day and Josh will be the JT VP for the Day.  

Their first action was to have a teacher VS student challenge for the most baskets.  Unfortunetly Mr. K was not successful so this meant Timbits for the entire school.  

JT Announcements for March 21, 2014

Handball tryouts start next week in Gym A/B. Boys tryouts take place Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 pm. Girls tryouts take place Monday at 7:15 pm and Wednesday at 5:30 pm.
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Locker cleanup will take place next Wednesday morning.
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Any Grade 11 or 12 students interested in entering an essay writing competition, please see Mr. Marquart. The topic is "Are social media making us anti-social"? The prize for the winning essay is $1000. The deadline is April 14th.

JT Announcements for March 20, 2014

Attention all Grade 9 and 10 hockey players: Anyone interested in trying out for the Piper Rookie Hockey team please go to Mr. Steeves room in room 109 at 12:03 for a brief meeting.
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Grad Photo retakes will take place all day today and tomorrow morning. Please see the office to book your appointment.
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There will be a Yearbook meeting today at lunch. Please bring your lunch and meet in room 304 immediately after the bell. The Friesen’s rep will be here.
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Handball tryouts start next week in Gym A/B. Boys tryouts take place Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 pm. Girls tryouts take place Monday at 7:15 pm and Wednesday at 5:30 pm.
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Locker cleanup will take place next Wednesday morning.
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Any Grade 11 or 12 students interested in entering an essay writing competition, please see Mr. Marquart. The topic is "Are social media making us anti-social"? The prize for the winning essay is $1000. The deadline is April 14th.

JT Announcements for March 19, 2014

Attention Pipers: Come down to the theatre at lunch today and listen to the JT Rock Band Showcase. You will hear music by the Rolling Stones, the Doobie Brothers, Boston, Foo Fighters and much more. Come and hear Hrabi's Hoard of Zombies and Shandor's Spandex Ballet. You can bring your lunch and eat as you listen.
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Grade 11 students going to the Rotary Career Symposium today will need bus fare to get to the Convention Center. Please meet in the front hallway at 11:00 am. If you have any questions please see Ms.Olko or Mr. Johnson.
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Josten’s will be here today for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
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There is an important meeting for anyone interested in joining the Boys or Girls Golf team this year. This important meeting will take place with Mr. Smith in the Gym today at lunch at 12:03. It of the utmost importance that you attend this meeting if you want to play on the Golf team this year.
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Grad Photo retakes will take place all day Thursday and Friday morning. Please see the office to book your appointment.
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There will be a Yearbook meeting tomorrow at lunch. Please bring your lunch and meet in room 304 immediately after the bell. The Friesen’s rep will be here.
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Handball tryouts start next week in Gym A/B. Boys tryouts take place Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 pm. Girls tryouts take place Monday at 7:15 pm and Wednesday at 5:30 pm.

JT Announcements for March 18, 2014

Congratulations to Brianna H. who placed second in Edmonton at Power Elite Cheer Competition.
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Any boys interested in playing Junior Varsity Boys Volleyball next year, please meet in Gym C at 12:03 for a short meeting.
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Attention Pipers: Come down to the theatre at lunch tomorrow and listen to the JT Rock Band Showcase. You will hear music by the Rolling Stones, Doobie brothers, Boston, Foo Fighters and much more. Come and hear Hrabi's Hoard of Zombies and Shandor's Spandex Ballet.
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Grade 11 students going to the Rotary Career Symposium tomorrow will need bus fare to get to the Convention Center. Please meet in the front hallway at 11:00 am. If you have any questions please see Ms.Olko or Mr. Johnson.
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Josten’s will be here tomorrow for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
There is an important meeting for anyone interested in joining the Boys or Girls Golf team this year. This important meeting will take place with Mr. Smith in the Gym on Wednesday at lunch at 12:03. It of the utmost importance that you attend this meeting if you want to play on the Golf team this year.
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Grad Photo retakes will take place on Thursday. Please see the office to book your appointment.
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There will be a Yearbook meeting on Thursday at lunch. Please bring your lunch and meet in room 304 immediately after the bell. The Friesen’s rep will be here.
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Grad Photo Retakes will take place on Thursday. Please see the office to book your appointment.
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Handball tryouts start next week in Gym A/B. Boys tryouts take place Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 pm. Girls tryouts take place Monday at 7:15 pm and Wednesday at 5:30 pm.

Spaghetti Bridge Competition

The following JT students won a cool $100 at this weekend’s spaghetti bridge contest:
Grade 12 – Sam L.
Grade 11 – Dustin I.
Grade 10 – Brittney W.

Thanks to Mr. Francis for organizing this event for the students at JT.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on March 26 from 3:40 - 7:00 pm. Registration will open at 8:30 am on March 19 and will close at 3:00 pm on March 26. Conferences can be booked by visiting the Conference Manager.

Information on creating an account and booking appointments can be found here.

JT Announcements for March 17, 2014

Congratulations to the JT JV Boys Basketball team. They defeated Garden City 65-61 to become 2014 AAAA Provincial Champs. The All-Star was Ricki Z., and the MVP was James W. Thanks to the hundreds of fans who turned out to show their support.
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Thanks to all the staff and students who worked hard to put together a great Variety Show. It was a great success enjoyed by all.
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Congratulations to the Piper track team who competed at the Provincial Championships. The team was led by Danielle S. who placed 4th in the 1500 meters.
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The following JT students won a cool $100 at this weekend’s spaghetti bridge contest:
Grade 12 – Sam L.
Grade 11 – Dustin I.
Grade 10 – Brittney W.
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Congrats Taylor L. and Shyneice M. on winning Nationals in the URCC Cheerleading Championships in Regina.
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Any students interested in playing for Team Manitoba Floorball, please attend the following tryout dates:

March 17, 18, 24, 25 from 4-6 pm at Sturgeon Heights.

The team will be playing in the Canada Cup May 15-18. Contact Mr. Sobkowicz for more details.
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Josten’s will be here on Wednesday March 19 for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
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There is an important meeting for anyone interested in joining the Boys or Girls Golf team this year. This important meeting will take place with Mr. Smith in the Gym on Wednesday at lunch at 12:03. It of the utmost importance that you attend this meeting if you want to play on the Golf team this year.
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There will be a Yearbook meeting on Thursday at lunch. Please bring your lunch and meet in room 304 immediately after the bell. The Friesen’s rep will be here.
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Grad Photo Retakes will take place on Thursday. Please see the office to book your appointment.

Grad Photo Retakes

Grad Photo Retakes will take place on Thursday, March 20. Appointment times can be booked through the office. 

There is a $20 sitting fee for all students getting their photos taken for the first time. Students who have already had their photos taken must bring their proof package to the photographer, and this fee will be waived.

JT Announcements for March 13, 2014

Congratulations to Paul R., Richard F., and Martin Y. who competed in the 2014 Canadian Chess Challenge. Special recognition to Martin who placed second place in the competition.
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Grade 11 permission forms for the Rotary Career Symposium are due today to the office or Mr. Johnson. If you are in Grade 11 and would like a form, please see Mr. Johnson.
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Any students wishing to help with decorations for the Fashion Show, please come to Mrs. Memka's room today at lunch
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There will be a yearbook meeting today at 12 noon. Please bring a lunch.
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Tickets for the Variety Show are on sale this week at lunch from 12:03 till 12:30 in the front link.  Tickets are $10 each. Be sure to pick yours up!
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Our JV Boys Basketball team head into the provincials this week and play their first game on tonight at 8 pm vs Dakota Lancers at Gray Academy.

Friday semifinals are at 4 pm at Gray Academy
Finals are Saturday at 4 pm at Gray Academy. Gray Academy is south of Portage Avenue just before Polo Park so not too far away from John Taylor.

We know from our Hockey Championship last year it takes a community to win a provincial championship so plan to attend and cheer our boys on to victory.
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Any students interested in playing for Team Manitoba Floorball, please attend the following tryout dates:

March 17, 18, 24, 25 from 4-6 pm at Sturgeon Heights.

The team will be playing in the Canada Cup May 15-18. Contact Mr. Sobkowicz for more details.
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Josten’s will be here on Wednesday March 19 for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.

JT Announcements for March 12, 2014

Josten’s will be here on today and Wednesday March 19 for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
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Do you need Volunteer Hours? Please see Mr. Johnson if you are able to volunteer at Voyageur School during their book fair this week.
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Grade 11 permission forms for the Rotary Career Symposium are due Thursday, March 13th to the office or Mr. Johnson. If you are in Grade 11 and would like a form, please see Mr. Johnson.
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Any students wishing to help with decorations for the Fashion Show, please come to Mrs. Memka's room today at lunch
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There will be a yearbook meeting this Thursday at 12 noon. Please bring a lunch.
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Tickets for the Variety Show are on sale this week at lunch from 12:03 till 12:30 in the front link.  Tickets are $10 each. Be sure to pick yours up!
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Our JV Boys Basketball team head into the provincials this week and play their first game on Thursday night at 8 pm vs Dakota Lancers at Gray Academy.

Friday semifinals are at 4 pm at Gray Academy
Finals are Saturday at 4 pm at Gray Academy. Gray Academy is south of Portage Avenue just before Polo Park so not too far away from John Taylor.

We know from our Hockey Championship last year it takes a community to win a provincial championship so plan to attend and cheer our boys on to victory.
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Any students interested in playing for Team Manitoba Floorball, please attend the following tryout dates:

March 17, 18, 24, 25 from 4-6 pm at Sturgeon Heights.

The team will be playing in the Canada Cup May 15-18. Contact Mr. Sobkowicz for more details.

Essay Writing Contest Winner

Monica M., a Grade 10 student, has International student Yuka O. to thank for inspiring her! Monica and Yuka became friends when Yuka arrived from Japan last year. As Yuka's time in Canada and at John Taylor was drawing to a close, the girls promised to keep in touch. That is when Yuka gave Monica the idea to study in another country. Yuka returned to Japan, but before she left she gave Monica information from her sponsoring agency, Global Partners. The rest was up to Monica. She decided to apply for a full 5 month scholarship essay writing contest. The only tricky part was one essay was to be written in Japanese. 
Monica submitted her essay in English and in Japanese. Her submission was selected and she is off to study in Japan next year. Congratulations Monica, we wish you all the best! 

JT Announcements for March 11, 2014

Congratulations to Bela G. for winning the Musical Theatre Class C at the Winnipeg Music Festival for his performance of You and Me....but mostly ME.
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There will be a musical practice for boys today at 12:30.
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There will be a GSA meeting today in the art room at lunch.
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Josten’s will be here on Wednesday, March 12 and Wednesday March 19 for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
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Do you need Volunteer Hours? Please see Mr. Johnson if you are able to volunteer at Voyageur School during their book fair this week.
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Grade 11 permission forms for the Rotary Career Symposium are due Thursday, March 13th to the office or Mr. Johnson. If you are in Grade 11 and would like a form, please see Mr. Johnson.
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Any students wishing to help with decorations for the Fashion Show, please come to Mrs. Memka's room today at lunch
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There will be a yearbook meeting this Thursday at 12 noon. Please bring a lunch.
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Tickets for the Variety Show are on sale this week at lunch from 12:03 till 12:30 in the front link.  Tickets are $10 each. Be sure to pick yours up!
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Our JV Boys Basketball team head into the provincials this week and play their first game on Thursday night at 8 pm vs Dakota Lancers at Gray Academy.

Friday semifinals are at 4 pm at Gray Academy
Finals are Saturday at 4 pm at Gray Academy. Gray Academy is south of Portage Avenue just before Polo Park so not too far away from John Taylor.

We know from our Hockey Championship last year it takes a community to win a provincial championship so plan to attend and cheer our boys on to victory.

Jt Announcements for March 10, 2014

Congratulations to the JV Boys Basketball team who defeated St. Paul’s Crusaders in a close, hard fought game championship final. It was not until the fourth quarter that John Taylor pulled away for a 20 point victory.  The Pipers were led by all-stars Luis M., Jason Q. and tournament MVP James W.
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Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Basketball team who qualified for the provincial championships starting next week.
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The Creative Writing Club will meet today at lunch in room 205.
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Congratulations to the member of the Divisional Choir who got two GOLDS for their performances yesterday at the Winnipeg Music Festival.
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The first tryout for the Badminton team is today at 3:30 in Gym A. It is important that you are there if you're planning to play Pipers Badminton this year. See Mr. Smith if you cannot make it.
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Boy's indoor soccer will have their first playoff game today at 4:10 at CANLAN against Maples.  Come on out and cheer them on!
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Josten’s will be here on Wednesday, March 12 and Wednesday March 19 for ring fittings from 11:00 – 1:30. Please see the office to schedule a time.
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Do you need Volunteer Hours? Please see Mr. Johnson if you are able to volunteer at Voyageur School during their book fair this week.
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Grade 11 permission forms for the Rotary Career Symposium are due Thursday, March 13th to the office or Mr. Johnson. If you are in Grade 11 and would like a form, please see Mr. Johnson.
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Any students wishing to help with decorations for the Fashion Show, please come to Mrs. Memka's room today at lunch.

JT Announcements for March 7, 2014

On Saturday, March 8, the RCMP will be holding a Career Fair at the Hilton Hotel on Wellington Avenue from 10-4 pm in the Stevenson Ballroom. If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, this is a great event to attend.
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Variety Show 2014 tickets will be on sale for $10 in the front link March 10-13 from 12:03-12:30. Come and get your tickets to a great event and help support the JT Grad Class of 2014.
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The first tryout for the Badminton team is Monday at 3:30 in Gym A. It is important that you are there if you're planning to play Pipers Badminton this year. See Mr. Smith if you cannot make it.
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Boy's indoor soccer will have their first playoff game Monday at 4:10 at CANLAN against Maples.  Come on out and cheer them on!
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Grade 11 permission forms for the Rotary Career Symposium are due Thursday, March 13th to the office or Mr. Johnson. If you are in Grade 11 and would like a form, please see Mr. Johnson.

JT Announcements for March 5, 2014

Congratulations to the Piper Track team who competed yesterday. The team was led by the gritty running of the 800 meter runners. Good luck at the high school championships Caleb D. and Danielle S.
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Congratulations to our JV Boys Basketball team who defeated Oak Park last night to advance to the finals this Friday at Oak Park. If you want to cheer our boys on to victory a school bus will leave JT at 4:15. Cost to get in the game is $2 but the bus is free for those wearing green and gold. Pick up a permission slip from the office. First 50 forms back get on the bus.
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A reminder to Grade 10 Drama students that auditions for JT's movie spectacular will be held on Thursday at 12:15 in the main office. See Mrs. James for a script.
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Any students willing to make centre pieces 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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Variety Show 2014 tickets will be on sale for $10 in the front link March 10-13 from 12:03-12:30. Come and get your tickets to a great event and help support the JT Grad Class of 2014.
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The first tryout for the badminton team is Monday at 3:30 in Gym A. It is important that you are there if you're planning to play Pipers Badminton this year. See Mr. Smith if you cannot make it.

JT Announcements for March 4, 2014

Boys’ soccer, reminder there is a practice tonight in Gym AB from 8-10pm. The game is tomorrow at 4:10pm at CANLAN. If you need a ride please see Mary and meet her in the front link at 3:10pm.
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Any students willing to make centre pieces for the Variety Show should show up to Mrs. Memka's room (room 301) today at lunch. Please bring your lunch.

JT Parent Teacher Conferences March 26, 2014

John Taylor will be having our Parent Teacher Conferences on March 26 from 3:40 to 7:00 p.m.

Check out your child's progress on Power School at the following website:

https://ps.sjsd.net  You will need your username and password to access your child's information.

Announcements for March 3, 2014

This morning’s schedule is as follows:
Period 1 – 8:30-9:20
Pep Rally – 9:20-10:20
Period 2 – 10:25 – 11:05
Period 3 – 11:10 – 12:03
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There will be a Creative Writing Club meeting today at lunch in room 205.
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Any students willing to make centre pieces for the Variety Show should show up to Mrs. Memka's room (room 301) today at lunch. Please bring your lunch.