Friday February 13, 2026
1. Hello Lions! A reminder that 2026-27 registrations on myblueprint are due Wednesday February 18th.
2. Did you try to apply to work with one of our Prefects last semester but all our spots were filled? Great news lions, applications are available in Student Services to work with one of our Prefects to receive free homework help, tutoring, or mentorship this semester. Our Prefect team looks forward to helping you soon.
3. Want a free 6-month YMCA gym membership and 40 community hours? If you are between the ages of 15 – 18, join the YMCA’s YES group on Tuesdays from 4-6. The program starts on Tuesday, February 17th and runs for 6 weeks. For more info or to register, scan the QR code on the bulletin board in TLC or visit the ACS Lions website.
4. Need help with DELF? Join the DELF Help Sessions today after school in room 2005 to practise, ask questions, and build confidence before the exam. Open to all DELF candidates.
5. Congratulations to the senior boys basketball team who won their semi-final game against BCI yesterday, clinching their spot in the city finals next week! Andrew and Eman both claimed 20 plus points leading their team to a win. Let’s pack the gym and cheer on our lions next Thursday, as they take on Paris.
6. Congratulations also goes to our Junior Girls Volleyball team on their incredible semifinal victory over McKinnon Park. The girls competed with composure and determination winning three straight sets, earning their spot in the championship final. Finals will be held next Wednesday at SJC. Come out and show your support and cheer them on as they continue their playoff run.
7. Attention Jack Chapter! We have a mandatory meeting after school today at 3:10 in our new location, room 1005. Please be on time as we have quite a bit of work to do! Have a mentally healthy day!
There will be an information meeting for the Iceland trip on Wednesday, February 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the lecture hall. All students and parents interested in travelling to Iceland are strongly encouraged to attend. Important trip details will be shared, and there will be a discount giveaway prize for attendees. You can sign up for the meeting by scanning the QR codes around the school. Don’t miss it!
8. The ACS knit/crochet club will be restarting next Wednesday, February 18th from 3 to 4pm in room 1003. Materials will be provided, and new members are always welcome!
9. Today's special in the servery is Rudy's favourite Cheeseburger and fries topped with your choice of onions, tomatoes and or pickles for $7.99. Onion rings $4.50. Homemade French onion soup veggie based $4.20.
Black History Month- DID YOU KNOW
Did you know that Mathieu Da Costa was the first recorded black person to set foot on Canadian land? Like many black Africans from the 15th-17th century, Da Costa served as an interpreter for the European slave masters. Even though Mathieu was a free slave, he was kidnapped from the France by Dutch slave masters around the late 16th century. When Mathieu was brought to Canada in the early 17th century, he worked as a translator to many different colonies. It has been reported that Mathieu Da Costa spoke at least 5 different languages including: French, Dutch, Portuguese, English and Basque “pidgin”.
Have a wonderful Family Day weekend Lions!!
