Wednesday February 11, 2026
1. Course Registration for next year has begun! Don’t miss out on this important deadline...submit your courses on myblueprint by Wed Feb 18th!
2. Would you like to earn a better mark this semester? If so, let’s do something about it. 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.
3. Calling all writers! The OECTA Young Author Awards Contest is now open for poems, short stories, non‑fiction, or even plays—up to 3000 wonderfully edited words. Submit two clean copies of your polished masterpiece to Mrs. Engell in the library by Thursday, Feb. 12th. Sharpen those pencils, fire up your creativity, and let your storytelling shine!
4. Attention ACE Committee members: Our first meeting of the new semester will take place tomorrow in Portable 7 during Senior Lunch. See you there!
5. 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!
6. Today is the last day to purchase valentines day carnations! Don’t miss out!
7. A reminder for Junior Band members that we meet tonight after school for our first official practice.
8. A big thank you to everyone who came out to Latino Club last night. Fantastic energy, great creativity, and an amazing sense of community!
9. Business SHSM students, there will be a brief but important meeting today, this afternoon at 1:45pm in Room 1019. This is for all Business SHSM students, a brief but important meeting today in Room 1019.
10. Reminder for all students travelling to Italy of the mandatory meeting in the lecture hall at 3:10.
11. Any students interested in going on the April French trip to Montreal must contact Mme. Danielle as soon as possible. If you want the option to attend a Montreal Canadiens game during the trip, act fast because spaces are limited.
12. Students interested in the Iceland trip are asked to sign up for the information meeting using the QR codes posted by the water fountains. The meeting will take place on February 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the lecture hall. All students who attend will be entered into a draw for a discount on the cost of the trip.
13. Today's special in the servery will be Macaroni and Cheese with a side of garlic toast for $5.75. Cinnamon buns at 10:15 am. Just a friendly reminder no Coats or Backpacks in the servery please!
Black History Month: DID YOU KNOW:
Did you know that Dr. Anderson Ruffin Abbott was the first black Canadian to graduate from medical school? Dr. Abbot was the son of 2 successful business owners. When the Abbott family decided to move to Upper Canada in the mid 1800’s young Anderson attended many schools known for their superior education, including the Toronto School of Medicine which is now owned by U of T. After a few years of residency, Dr. Anderson finally received his medical license in 1861. Making him Canada’s first official black medical doctor.
Have a great day Lions!
