Tuesday, 27 January 2015

Water Advisory

In the event that the water fountains may be turned off at JT on Wednesday due to the Boil Water Advisory across Winnipeg we are encouraging all students to bring bottled water to school.


Save the Date: March 7th Safe Grad - Bud, Spud and Steak Fundraiser

SAFE GRAD 2015 – BUD, SPUD & STEAK FUNDRAISER

SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 7, 2015 - 6 TO 9PM

TIJUANA YACHT CLUB – CANAD INNS POLO PARK


Thanks to the Safe Grad Parents who have started to organize the Silent Auction items for the Bud, Spud & Steak.

Friday, 23 January 2015

Announcements for January 23, 2015

Just a reminder that next week students need only attend school for their exams and assessments which start at 8:30 am and 1:00 pm. The library is open for students to use till 3:30 and many teachers are hosting study and extra help sessions during the week.

An updated Exam seating chart and Exam conflict information has been posted in the front link.  Please make sure to check the information prior to your exam.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

The Piper hockey team defeated The provincially #1 ranked Oak Park Raiders last night at the MTS Iceplex. Wyatt Kemball continued his torrid pace against the Raiders, scoring the game’s opening goal and adding an assist. A great way to celebrate his birthday!  Shane Bigourdin broke a 1-1 tie in the third with a breakaway goal and Dylan Reinheimer scored the eventual game winner off a rocket shot from the slot. Reiner also took home the Golden Wrench for the team’s hardest worker.  Jacob Gnidziejko stopped 25 of 27 shots to record the victory.

A few volunteers are needed for our JV Boys Basketball Tournament on Jan. 30 & 31st.  See Mr. Lockhart or Mr. Kavadas if you can help.

There is a mass musical rehearsal for 'Sit Down you're rocking the boat' on Friday January 30th from 2:00 - 3:30 in the dance studio.

Please remember to submit your Community Involvement hours to the office.  Contact Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions about your CIA hours.

Students interested in attending the University of Winnipeg open house February 18th please see Mr. Johnson for details

University of Manitoba open house is February 18th and February 19th, for more information please see Mr. Johnson in the Guidance Center. Spring open houses for MITT, University of Winnipeg and Red River Community Collegiate are all fast approaching, great opportunity to see the campuses and talk to advisors on specific courses.

There is a ME to WE - Leading Change Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Grade 12.  Deadline Feb. 19, 2015.  Please see Ms. Olko for details.

Grad is right around the corner.  John Taylor has a new partnership with Gowns for Grads 2015.Gowns for Grads is a volunteer initiative started by the Laura Milner White Committee and provides grad dresses to girls who are graduating but are having difficulty affording a dress. Thank you to Mrs. Penner for arranging this opportunity.  Please contact Mrs. Palmer if you would like more information about donating to the Gowns for Grad program or if you know someone who could benefit from the services that Gowns for Grad provides.

Student interested in working at Bridges Golf course near Starbuck Manitoba, please see Mr. Johnson for more information, The jobs include Bag Drop, Beverage Cart, Pro-Shop and Maintenance. The jobs start when the golf course opens and goes thru to Golf course closure in the fall.

Assiniboine Downs needs two part time workers starting in May, you must be 18 years old and be able to lift straw bails, see Mr. Johnson for more information.

Please remember to remove any garbage from your locker today.

There has been a JT Lanyard with two keys on it turned into the office.

Thursday, 22 January 2015

Announcements for January 22,2015

A few volunteers are needed for our JV Boys Basketball Tournament on Jan. 30 & 31st.  See Mr. Lockhart or Mr. Kavadas if you can help.

There is a mass musical rehearsal for 'Sit Down you're rocking the boat' on Friday January 30th from 2:00 - 3:30 in the dance studio.

Please remember to submit your Community Involvement hours to the office.  Contact Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions about your CIA hours.

Students interested in attending the University of Winnipeg open house February 18th please see Mr. Johnson for details

University of Manitoba open house is February 18th and February 19th, for more information please see Mr. Johnson in the Guidance Center. Spring open houses for MITT, University of Winnipeg and Red River Community Collegiate are all fast approaching, great opportunity to see the campuses and talk to advisors on specific courses.

There is a ME to WE - Leading Change Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Grade 12.  Deadline Feb. 19, 2015.  Please see Ms. Olko for details.

Grad is right around the corner.  John Taylor has a new partnership with Gowns for Grads 2015.Gowns for Grads is a volunteer initiative started by the  Laura Milner White Committee and provides grad dresses to girls who are graduating but are having difficulty affording a dress. Thank you to Mrs. Penner for arranging this opportunity.  Please contact Mrs. Palmer if you would like more information about donating to the Gowns for Grad program or if you know someone who could benefit from the services that Gowns for Grad provides.

Student interested in working at Bridges Golf course near Starbuck Manitoba, please see Mr. Johnson for more information, The jobs include Bag Drop, Beverage Cart, Pro-Shop and Maintenance. The jobs start when the golf course opens and goes thru to Golf course closure in the fall.

Assiniboine Downs needs two part time workers starting in May, you must be 18 years old and be able to lift straw bails, see Mr. Johnson for more information.

Please note that the Library will be closed this morning due to the Gr. 12 Provincial Pre-Calculus Math Exam.  Good luck students.

Announcements are posted in the front link, on the doors of Gym AB, on the website, on the blog, and on the Parent Portal.

Wednesday, 21 January 2015

Announcements for January 21, 2015

Thank you to Mrs. James and Mrs. Licando for organizing a very successful post-secondary education event at John Taylor last night. Our student volunteers helped make it a great experience for everyone who attended.

Congratulations to the JT improv team for their high energy performance at the improv exhibition hosted by KTC last night.

There is a mass musical rehearsal for 'Sit Down you're rocking the boat' on Friday January 30th from 2:00 - 3:30 in the dance studio.

Please remember to submit your Community Involvement hours to the office.  Contact Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions about your CIA hours.

Students interested in attending the University of Winnipeg open house February 18th please see Mr. Johnson for details

Grade 12 students that would like to attend the Red River Community Collegiate open house February 17th or February 18th, please see Mr. Johnson in the guidance center to register.

University of Manitoba open house is February 18th and February 19th, for more information please see Mr. Johnson in the Guidance Center. Spring open houses for MITT, University of Winnipeg and Red River Community Collegiate are all fast approaching, great opportunity to see the campuses and talk to advisors on specific courses.

There is a ME to WE - Leading Change Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Grade 12.  Deadline Feb. 19, 2015.  Please see Ms. Olko for details.

Grad is right around the corner. John Taylor has a new partnership with Gowns for Grads 2015. Gowns for Grads is a volunteer initiative started by the  Laura Milner White Committee and provides grad dresses to girls who are graduating but are having difficulty affording a dress. Thank you to Mrs. Penner for arranging this opportunity.  Please contact Mrs. Palmer if you would like more information about donating to the Gowns for Grad program or if you know someone who could benefit from the services that Gowns for Grad provides.

Student interested in working at Bridges Golf course near Starbuck Manitoba, please see Mr. Johnson for more information, The jobs include Bag Drop, Beverage Cart, Pro-Shop and Maintenance. The jobs start when the golf course opens and goes thru to Golf course closure in the fall.

Assiniboine Downs needs two part time workers starting in May, you must be 18 years old and be able to lift straw bails, see Mr. Johnson for more information.

Please note that the Library will be closed this morning due to the Gr. 12 Provincial Essentials Math Exam.  Good luck students.

Announcements are posted in the front link, on the doors of Gym AB, on the website, on the blog, and on the Parent Portal.

Tuesday, 20 January 2015

Announcements for January 20, 2015

There will be a JT Improv Exhibition Game tonight at 7:00 p.m. in the Theatre.  Come out and cheer them on...

Please remember to submit your Community Involvement hours to the office.  Contact Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions about your CIA hours.

Students interested in attending the University of Winnipeg open house February 18th please see Mr. Johnson for details

Grade 12 students that would like to attend the Red River Community Collegiate open house February 17th or February 18th, please see Mr. Johnson in the guidance center to register.

There is a ME to WE - Leading Change Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Grade 12.  Deadline Feb. 19, 2015.  Please see Ms. Olko for details.

Grad is right around the corner.  John Taylor has a new partnership with Gowns for Grads 2015.
Gowns for Grads is a volunteer initiative started by the  Laura Milner White Committee and provides grad dresses to girls who are graduating but are having difficulty affording a dress.  Thank you to Mrs. Penner for arranging this opportunity.  Please contact Mrs. Palmer if you would like more information about donating to the Gowns for Grad program or if you know someone who could benefit from the services that Gowns for Grad provides.

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.

Monday, 19 January 2015

Gowns for Grads

Grad is right around the corner.  

John Taylor has a new partnership with Gowns for Grads 2015.

Gowns for Grads is a volunteer initative started by the  Laura Milner White Committee and provides grad dresses to girls who are graduating but are having difficulty affording a dress.

Thank you to Mrs. Penner for arranging this opportunity.  Please contact Mrs. Palmer if you would like more information about donating to the Gowns for Grad program or if you know someone who could benefit from the services that Gowns for Grad provides.


Announcements for January 19, 2015

Just a reminder to the Boys Curling Team to meet in the front link at 3:15pm today.

Rugby practice tonight at 8:00pm in A/B Gym, come out and try the sport and get in shape. Any more information see Mr. Johnson

There will be a track practice today at 3:30.

Please remember to submit your Community Involvement hours to the office.  Contact Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions about your CIA hours.

Students interested in attending the University of Winnipeg open house February 18th please see Mr. Johnson for details

Grade 12 students that would like to attend the Red River Community Collegiate open house February 17th or February 18th, please see Mr. Johnson in the guidance center to register.

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.

Friday, 16 January 2015

Announcements for January 16, 2015

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

Ok grade 12s - besides Ms. Goz, which one of you was the cutest baby in the world?  It's time to gather your cutest baby picture and submit it to Mr. Kutcy to be included in the Yearbook.  The deadline for submission is today and we need all students to participate in order to keep the tradition going!  

Grade 12 students that would like to attend the Red River Community Collegiate open house February 17th or February 18t, please see Mr. Johnson in the guidance center to register.

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.

Thursday, 15 January 2015

Announcements for January 15, 2015

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

Ok grade 12s - besides Ms. Goz, which one of you was the cutest baby in the world?  It's time to gather your cutest baby picture and submit it to Mr. Kutcy to be included in the Yearbook.  The deadline for submission is Friday, January 16th and we need all students to participate in order to keep the tradition going!  

Grade 12 students that would like to attend the Red River Community Collegiate open house February 17th or February 18t, please see Mr. Johnson in the guidance center to register.

JT Boys curling members are to see Mr. Kutcy for 2 min. immediately after the announcements.

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.

Wednesday, 14 January 2015

Announcements for January 14, 2015

There will be a boys soccer meeting at lunch today.   Please meet in room 209.   We will be taking a team photo.

There is a Musical meeting today in the theatre @ 11:55 to confirm participation. All students who signed up for musical must attend. If you are unable to make it, please see Ms. Botincan or Ms. Carter. Hope to see all you guys and dolls there!

There will be a very important yearbook meeting today at 12 noon sharp. Please bring your lunch.  

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

Ok grade 12s - besides Ms. Goz, which one of you was the cutest baby in the world?  It's time to gather your cutest baby picture and submit it to Mr. Kutcy to be included in the Yearbook.  The deadline for submission is Friday, January 16th and we need all students to participate in order to keep the tradition going!  

The Pipers hockey team destroyed the 6th ranked River East Kodiaks last night at the Gateway arena 6-1. Shane B led the way with a hat trick and an assist. Dylan R had 2 goals and an assist. Jacob G won the Golden Wrench award for hardest working Piper as he stopped 32 of 33 shots and recorded 2 assists on the night.

Congratulations to our JV Boys Basketball team who crushed Vincent Massey last night 72-42.  The Pipers were lead by Jacob M. with 13 points and Brett A. with 16 points.  Practice tonight at 5:30pm.

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.

Tuesday, 13 January 2015

Announcements for January 13, 2015

The following boys represented John Taylor in The Winnipeg High School Hockey League All-Star Game in the "A" Division or Platinum Promotion game. The players are Dylan R., Wyatt K., Shane B., Josh J. and Jacob G. They were on the Gold team and won the game in a shoot-out 6 to 5. All played very well and had a great experience.

There is a Musical meeting Wednesday January 14 in the theatre @ 11:55 to confirm participation. All students who signed up for musical must attend. If you are unable to make it, please see Ms. Botincan or Ms. Carter. Hope to see all you guys and dolls there!

Anyone with their refereeing certification in basketball who is interested in refereeing at the middle years level please see Ms. Armistead in room 303 as soon as possible.  You will be paid per game.

There will be a very important yearbook meeting this Wednesday at 12 noon sharp. Pizza will be provided. All yearbook team members MUST see Mr. Kutcy today to confirm that you will be able to be at the meeting.

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

Ok grade 12s - besides Ms. Goz, which one of you was the cutest baby in the world?  It's time to gather your cutest baby picture and submit it to Mr. Kutcy to be included in the Yearbook.  The deadline for submission is Friday, January 16th and we need all students to participate in order to keep the tradition going!  

Monday, 12 January 2015

John Taylor Collegiate Open House


Announcements for January 12, 2015

Thank you to all the staff and students who worked so hard to organize the Piper Classic into a successful event.  In addition, thank you to Trustee Chegus for his assistance with the awards. It was well organized and the games were exciting to watch. Most importantly, many parents commented on how the student volunteers were helpful, knowledgeable and polite. Thanks to everyone who helped make this a great event for JT.

There is a Musical meeting Wednesday January 14 in the theatre @ 11:55 to confirm participation. All students who signed up for musical must attend. If you are unable to make it, please see Ms. Botincan or Ms. Carter. Hope to see all you guys and dolls there!

Anyone with their refereeing certification in basketball who is interested in refereeing at the middle years level please see Ms. Armistead in room 303 as soon as possible.  You will be paid per game.

There will be a very important yearbook meeting this Wednesday at 12 noon sharp. Pizza will be provided. All yearbook team members MUST see Mr. Kutcy today to confirm that you will be able to be at the meeting.

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

Ok grade 12s - besides Ms. Goz, which one of you was the cutest baby in the world?  It's time to gather your cutest baby picture and submit it to Mr. Kutcy to be included in the Yearbook.  The deadline for submission is Friday, January 16th and we need all students to participate in order to keep the tradition going!  

All members of the JT boys curling team are to see Mr. Kutcy immediately after announcements.

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.

Friday, 9 January 2015

Announcements for January 9, 2015

A white iPhone 5 was lost last night by gym C.  A reward is offered for its return.  Please return to the office.

Any student wanting to play Rugby this year both boys and girls please come to a short meeting today at 12:03 in the guidance center, if you cannot make the meeting please talk to Mr. Johnson. Practices start every Monday night at 8:00pm in gym A/B.

Anyone with their refereeing certification in basketball who is interested in refereeing at the middle years level please see Ms. Armistead in room 303 as soon as possible.  You will be paid per game.

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

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.

Thursday, 8 January 2015

Announcements for January 8, 2015

A white iPhone 5 was lost last night by gym C.  A reward is offered for its return.  Please return to the office.

The annual Snowboarding and ski trip this year is set for March 4th and 5th to Asessippi. If you are interested in going all the information will be handed out this Thursday, January 8th @ 12:10 in room 314 the health classroom. If you have any questions see Ms. Krahn or Mr. Vermette.

Any student wanting to play Rugby this year both boys and girls please come to a short meeting Friday at 12:03 in the guidance center, if you cannot make the meeting please talk to Mr. Johnson. Practices start every Monday night at 8:00pm in gym A/B.

The Exam seating list is posted in the front link. Exams will take place in Gym C.  Please check your seat location for each of your exams.  Please see Mrs. Palmer if you have any questions.

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.

Wednesday, 7 January 2015

Announcements for January 7, 2015

Attention all students: If you signed up to volunteer for this year's Piper Classic Tournament, you are required to attend a brief information meeting today at 12:03 in Ms. Paragg's room (room 109).  As well, All volunteers who need changes to their schedules or who are unable to work their shifts MUST attend this meeting.

The annual Snowboarding and ski trip this year is set for March 4th and 5th to Asessippi. If you are interested in going all the information will be handed out this Thursday, January 8th @ 12:10 in room 314 the health classroom. If you have any questions see Mrs. Krahn or Mr. Vermette.

Grade 12 Grads who are wanting to sell the Curves coupons please pick up your packages from Mrs. Penner (Room 113) Tuesday and Wednesday starting at 12:10.  You will have until January 16 to sell the coupons.  Remember that this a 100% profit opportunity going toward General Grad expenses.

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.

Tuesday, 6 January 2015

Indigenous Post-Secondary Information Night Tuesday January 20th, 2015 @ 7:00pm

Indigenous Post-Secondary Information Night

Tuesday January 20th, 2015 @ 7:00pm

 

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 11 & 12 INDIGENOUS STUDENTS

 

Did you know that all of these institutions support First Nations, Metis and Inuit students by providing Elders on residence, traditional medicines and teachings at their intuitions? Did you also know that Children who have spent time in the Child and Family “System” are eligible for tuition waivers

Confirmed institutions that will be in attendance will include:

• Red River College
• University of Manitoba
• University of Winnipeg 
• Southern Network of Care (CFS)

Join us for an evening of bannock and tea and learn what these wonderful Post-Secondary institutions have to offer

Students and caregivers are invited to the cafeteria at John Taylor Collegiate to attend an informational evening with Post-Secondary institutions on Tuesday January 20th, 2015. Each institution will have a table set-up with information and will share a brief presentation beginning at 7:00pm

To aid with planning, please e-mail klicandro@sjsd.net or call the school @ 204-888-8930 to inform them as to how many people will be in attendance.

 

Miigwetch

Kathy Licandro

Aboriginal Student Success Coach

St James School Division


Announcements for January 6, 2015

Please note that the Library will be closed all morning today.

The annual Snowboarding and ski trip this year is set for March 4th and 5th to Asessippi. If you are interested in going all the information will be handed out this Thursday, January 8th @ 12:10 in room 314 the health classroom. If you have any questions see Mrs. Krahn or Mr. Vermette.

The Piper Classic Basketball Tournament is in need of photographers for Saturday both day and night. Any interested students should see Mr. Kutcy ASAP. Volunteer hours available.

Grade 12 Grads who are wanting to sell the Curves coupons please pick up your packages from Mrs. Penner (Room 113) Tuesday and Wednesday starting at 12:10.  You will have until January 16 to sell the coupons.  Remember that this a 100% profit opportunity going toward General Grad expenses.

There will be a GSA meeting today at noon in room 301.

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.

Monday, 5 January 2015

JT Technology Parent Information Session - Jan 21 @ 6:30 P.M.



Announcements for January 5, 2015

Welcome back staff and students and Happy New Year!  Hope all had a restful and enjoyable break and ready to tackle 2015.

The annual Snowboarding and ski trip this year is set for March 4th and 5th to Asessippi. If you are interested in going all the information will be handed out this Thursday, January 8th @ 12:10 in room 314 the health classroom. If you have any questions see Mrs. Krahn or Mr. Vermette.

The Piper Classic Basketball Tournament is in need of photographers for Saturday both day and night. Any interested students should see Mr. Kutcy ASAP. Volunteer hours available.

Any student interested in indoor track, there will be a meeting in Mr. Loewen’s room today at lunch.

There is a JV Boys Basketball Practice tonight at 7pm in Gym AB

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.

Sunday, 4 January 2015

-45 Degrees Celsius & Colder - School Bus Cancellations

Please check the weather each morning to determine whether or not buses are cancelled for the day in the Metro area. -45 degrees Celsius or colder (with windchill) is one of the determining factors.  The news media is also alerted to cancellations and Division websites are updated to reflect any announcement. Parents of bussed students can then determine whether or not they want to send/drive their children to school.