Announcements

Thursday February 20, 2025

1.   Registration for Assumption Cares is coming up.  Next week on Tuesday will be our first meeting at lunchtime in the lecture hall. 

2.   The 180 Team is meeting tomorrow, that’s Friday, on the lunchtimes in the chapel.  

3.   Our ACS Prefects are proud to serve you, our lions, this semester.  We’re excited to offer FREE Homework Help, Tutoring, and Mentorship services.  If you'd like be paired with a Prefect to get some help with a class you're struggling in, or you'd like to chat with them and find out how to get more involved at our school, please go to STUDENT SERVICES to grab an application, fill it out, and return it.  Our Prefect team will review your application and begin the process of pairing you with one of our ACS Prefects. 

4.   Attention STEM club members: Today Dr. PJ Devereaux will be visiting our school. Dr. Devereaux is a renowned cardiologist, clinical epidemiologist, and perioperative care physician. Bring your lunch to the lecture hall so you don’t miss any details. Can’t wait to see you there! 

5.   Buy your tickets to “In Our Assumption” Era dance for Friday, February 28th. Join us in the cafeteria from 5:30-8:00pm.  Tickets are on sale now for $13.00 on School Cash Online and this includes pizza, popcorn, drinks, cotton candy and cookies! Spirit wear is now available on School Cash Online! Let’s get ready to have the time of our lives! 

6.   Do you have talent such as painting, singing, acting, dancing or playing an instrument? Well then, we need you to participate in “Assumption’s Got Talent”.  There are prizes awarded to the top 3 finalists who perform in front of a live audience. If you have what it takes to take the Assumption Stage then submit your talent via video to nratelband@bhncdsb.ca  no later than Thursday, March 6th by midnight! The adjudicators will choose the top ten to perform on Thursday, March 27th! 

7.   Attention all students working on the Fashion Show promo flyer!  Just a reminder that your submissions are due this Friday to Mme. Beccari. 

8.   Jazz band will be meeting today in the music room after school today for a short info session.  Please let Mr. Stec know if you can’t make it.  Hope to see you there! 

9.   Today's special in servery will be chicken balls with rice and oriental veggies with your choice of Spicy Thai or Sweet and sour sauce for $6.50.   Homemade Turkey Vegetable noodle soup for $4.00. 

Have a great day Lions!

Tuesday February 18, 2025

1.   Hey Lions, registration for next year is wrapping up soon!  Don’t be wait.... Make sure you submit your courses on my blueprint for parent approval and have your parents complete the forms and fee on school cash online! The absolute last day to register is this Wed Feb 19th! 

2.   Our ACS Prefects are proud to serve you, our lions, this semester.  We’re excited to offer FREE Homework Help, Tutoring, and Mentorship services.  If you'd like be paired with a Prefect to get some help with a class you're struggling in, or you'd like to chat with them and find out how to get more involved at our school, please go to STUDENT SERVICES to grab an application, fill it out, and return it.  Our Prefect team will review your application and begin the process of pairing you with one of our ACS Prefects. 

3.   Attention STEM club members: This Thursday, February 20th, during senior lunch, Dr. PJ Devereaux will be visiting our school. Dr. Devereaux is a renowned cardiologist, clinical epidemiologist, and perioperative care physician. Check Brightspace to see when to grab a STEM slip. Don't miss this opportunity! 

4.   There will be no math club after school today.  Instead, we will meet tomorrow after school for contest prep and information.  Hope to see you there! 

5.   This is a reminder to all Grade 9 and 10 students interested in TODAY’s Geography Challenge, to come down to the Innovation Lab in the library directly after announcements – with permission from your Period 1 teacher! Good luck to all contestants! 

6.   A huge merci to all the students and teachers who made our French trip to Quebec City such a success! From exploring historic streets to meeting Bonhomme, it was an unforgettable experience. Thank you for your enthusiasm, great energy, and for representing our school so well. 

7.   Attention yoga club members. Tonights practices is cancelled as Mrs. Charnish-Currie is under the weather. We will meet again next week! 

8.   Attention Yearbook Members. Tonight’s meeting is CANCELLED. However, next week’s meeting will be very important. Please ensure your schedule allows you to attend to you don’t miss important information. See you all then!  

9.   Ok, so I’ve heard about this “ACS Got Talent” thing and I’m thinking – what's that about? There are sooooo many talented people here at ACS, just sitting on their talent, waiting for that right opportunity. And, you know? This just might be it! All you have to do is submit a video of your talent to nratelband@bhncdsb.ca by Thursday, March 6th by midnight and the judges will do the rest! There are cash prizes to be won, plus bragging rights and a night of live performances and artistic showcasing! Don’t miss this chance! 

10.  Hey hey hey – it's Tuesday today! You know what that means, right? It’s Vocal Ensemble night! See everyone in the lecture hall from 3-4pm.  

11.  Our next ACS Knit Club meeting is on Wed, Feb 19th from 3-4 in room 1004. New members welcome. Members, please check your Outlook. Hope to see you there, Mrs. Cameron 

12.  Senior Badminton’s Final Tryout will be Wednesday after school 3:00-4:30. Practices will be Thursday after school and Friday after school for those that make the team. Please see Mr. Mitchell if you have any questions. 

13.  All those who are taking part in publishing a book, there will be a meeting tomorrow, Wednesday Feb 19 at 8:15am, in the library’s innovation lab. If you are unable to attend, please let Mrs. Santos know if you still wish to be a part of it. Look forward to seeing you there.  

14.  Attention all students working on the Fashion Show flyer!  This is a reminder that all submissions are due this Friday, February 21st.  Don’t forget to send your submissions to Mme. Beccari by email. 

15.  Tuesday's special in the servery is Cheese and Potato Perogies with caramelized onions with fries and a side of sour cream for $6.50.  Just the perogies will be $5.50.  There will be 2 homemade soups these week Thursday turkey vegetable and friday French onion for $4.00.

Black History Month - Did You Know That

1.   Marie-Joseph Angélique was an enslaved Black woman in Montreal who was accused—without proof—of setting a massive fire in 1734. Known for resisting her enslavement, she had attempted to escape but was recaptured. When a fire destroyed much of Old Montreal, she was blamed despite no concrete evidence. After a biased trial and torture, she was forced to confess and was publicly executed on June 21, 1734. Her story is now seen as a symbol of resistance against slavery and racial injustice in Canada. She remains a significant figure in Black Canadian history, inspiring books, plays, and historical research.  

2.   Sidney Poitier made history as the first Black actor to win Best Actor at the Oscars in 1964 for Lilies of the Field (1963). His win broke racial barriers in Hollywood, paving the way for future Black actors. In 2002, he received an honorary Academy Award for his lifetime achievements. His legacy remains one of excellence, dignity, and progress in film and civil rights. 

Have a great day Lions!

Tuesday February 11, 2025

1.   Speak-up ACS!  LEAP invites you to honour Black History Month through poem, rap, free verse, broadside poem (which is a short poem with art or photography), spoken word, or an opinion piece. In the words of BLM co-founder Janaya Khan, “Privilege isn’t about what you’ve gone through; it’s about what you haven’t had to go through. And right now, we are in a time that is calling on us to learn the stories that we don’t know.” Please see Mrs. Connolly if you’re interested in sharing your voice. 

2.   Valedictorian Essay and application.  Hard copy to Main office before end of day THIS Friday AND electronic copy of essay due to Mrs. Fergus at her school email address.  

3.   All Grade 12 French students interested in challenging the DELF exam this spring must submit their registration by this Friday. You are also invited to attend an introductory prep session with Madame Di Francesco after school on Thursday in Room 3026.  

4.   Hey ACS! The date has changed for the “In Our Assumption” Era dance to Friday, February 28th. Join us in the cafeteria from 5:30-8:00pm.  Tickets are on sale now for $13.00 on School Cash Online and this price includes pizza, popcorn, drinks, cotton candy and cookies! Friendship bracelets and other merch will be sold at the back of the Caf starting today. Spirit wear is coming soon! Let’s get ready to have the time of our lives! 

5.   Valentine’s day is just around the corner! Buy your special someone a carnation and hersey’s chocolate for $3. Today is the last day to purchase at the back of the caf on all three lunches. Carnations will be delivered to period 4 classes on Valentine’s day. 

6.   There will be a MOCK TRIAL meeting on Wednesday February 12th during all three lunches in the lecture hall.  Arrive promptly, the meeting will be short. 

7.   Do you have talent such as painting, singing, acting, dancing or playing an instrument? Well then we need you to participate in “Assumption’s Got Talent”.  There are prizes awarded to the top 3 finalists who perform in front of a live audience. If you have what it takes to take the Assumption Stage then submit your talent via video to nratelband@bhncdsb.ca  no later than Thursday, March 6th by midnight! The adjudicators will choose the top ten to perform on Thursday, March 27th! 

8.   Attention Vocal Ensemble, today, Tuesday, Feb. 11th, is the LAST DAY for any newcomers to join the group. Message Ms. Ratelband or Mrs. Morissette if you cannot attend. The ensemble ends at 4pm. Those living in Caledonia – don't forget to book your taxi at the correct time! 

9.   There will be a Waterloo Math Contest information session after school today in room 3011.  Hope to see you there! 

10.  Tomorrow there will be an important meeting for retreat leaders for the grade 9 retreats to sign up for the semester 2 retreat dates. If you were not a leader in semester 1 and would like to be, new leaders in grades 10,11, and 12 are welcome and must attend the meeting. The meetings in the chapel on the lunchtimes. 

11.  A reminder to all swim team members that CWOSSA is tomorrow! Please remember that the bus departs the front of the school at 6:30AM sharp! Make sure you have everything you need with you tonight as the school will not be open in the morning. Check your school emails for additional information.  

12.  This is a reminder to all Grade 9 and 10 students signed up for today’s Geography Challenge, to come down to the Innovation Lab directly after announcements – good luck to all contestants! 

13.  All Boys Rugby players that are interested in purchasing a duffle bag. Please See Mr. Prior in Portable 2 during your lunch.  

14.  The Junior Boys and Girls badminton team final roster is posted outside both the female and male phys ed office. Our next practice will be Tues morning. Thanks to all that came out. 

15.  Our next ACS Knit Club meeting is tomorrow Wed, Feb 12th from 3-4 in room 1004. New members welcome. Hope to see you there, Mrs. Cameron 

16.  It is not too late – the Arts 2026 New York City trip is half full! Claim your spot today by enrolling online. More good news – the early enrollment discount of $100 off has been extended until March 7th. Did you miss the first NYC information meeting? Don’t worry, we will be having another info session on Feb. 26 at 7PM in the lecture hall. Come out then or see Ms. Benoit in 2015 for an info package today!  

17.  Reminder that yoga club is this evening. We are going to relocate to the stage starting this week to accomodate our growing numbers!  If you are thinking about joining permission forms will be moved to outside of 3014. Tonight will be a playlist of love songs and heart openers in honour of Valentine’s day. Can’t wait to see you! 

18.  Hey ACS Grads! Today is the day! Grad Photo Re-takes are here! Edge Imaging will be here today February 11th, 12th, and 13th. Please go to the student services side door for your booked time with a white collared shirt and hair done! Please email me with any questions. Thanks, Mrs. Mastromatteo. 

19.  Tuesday's special in the servery is fan favourite Tex Mex Loaded fries or nachos topped with tex mex beef, salsa, cheese sauce, sour cream and green onions for $7.75.    Nachos and cheese for $4.99. 

Black History Month - Did You Know That?

1.   Canada was seen as a haven for Black people escaping slavery in the U.S. Especially through the underground railroad in the 19th century. Many settled in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Quebec, forming early Black communities. Notable Black settlements included Buxton, Chatham, and Windsor (Ontario), Africville (Nova Scotia), and communities in Montreal (Quebec).

2.   Chloe Cooley – A Black woman in Ontario whose violent treatment by her enslaver led to early anti-slavery laws. Chloe Cooley was an enslaved Black woman in Upper Canada whose violent abduction and sale across the U.S. border in 1793 sparked early anti-slavery legislation. Her resistance was witnessed and reported to Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe, leading to the Act to Limit Slavery in Upper Canada—the first law restricting slavery in a British colony. Though it did not immediately free all enslaved people, it banned new enslaved individuals from being brought into Upper Canada and set the stage for abolition. Cooley’s bravery remains a key moment in Canada’s history of resistance against slavery.  

Have a great day Lions!

Friday February 7, 2025

1.   Important from Guidance-Today is the last day to sign up for a course change appointment. It will take time to get to you; please be patient and follow your current schedule so we can find you for your appointment.  As long as you sign up by today’s due date, you will be seen. 

2.   Note from the Guidance Department – There is a glitch with Brightspace/D2L causing students to see more courses than they are enrolled in. Please follow the schedule that was emailed to you – these are the courses you are responsible for. We are sorry for this glitch.  We have placed a work order to get this rectified for you.   

3.   Speak-up ACS!  LEAP invites you to honour Black History Month through poem, rap, free verse, broadside poem (which is a short poem with art or photography), spoken word, or an 
opinion piece. In the words of BLM co-founder Janaya Khan, “Privilege isn’t about what you’ve gone through; it’s about what you haven’t had to go through. And right now, we are in a time that is calling on us to learn the stories that we don’t know.” Please see Mrs. Connolly if you’re interested in sharing your voice. 

4.   Valedictorian Essay and application due one week from today.   

5.   The Waterloo Math Contest is coming up!  All students are invited to sign up using the STEM or Math D2L pages and complete the appropriate quiz to sign up.  There will also be signup sheets at the back of the cafeteria today during all lunches.  You can also email Mr. Stec at cstec@bhncdsb.ca to enter and do not need to be enrolled in a math course to sign up.  The deadline is today, so come on out and test your mathematical ability! 

6.   Attention ALL Grade 9 and 10 students. You are invited by QUAKE to take part in this year’s Geography Challenge, on Tuesday, February 11th, during Period 1! The Challenge is a 50 multiple choice trivia quiz covering general knowledge of the physical and human world. The winner of the Challenge will move on to compete at the Provincial level. Sign up TODAY on the QUAKE board beside Student Services, or see Mrs. Walsh in 3024 at the end of the day.   

7.   Get ready for a heartwarming event! LEAP and the Library are hosting a fun Valentine's Day contest called "Blind Date with a Book." Here's your chance to win an Amazon gift card. To participate, choose a wrapped book from the library, write a poem inspired by your mystery book "date" and submit your poetic masterpiece to Mrs. Engell or Mrs. Santos in the library by Monday, February 17th. Don't miss out on this lovely opportunity to share your creativity and maybe even find a new book love. Happy writing, and may the best poems win! 

8.   Hey ACS! Are you ready for it? On Thursday, February 13th – AKA Galentine’s Day – join us in the cafeteria from 5:30-8:00pm for Assumption’s very own Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. We’ll be dancing, vibing, and trading bracelets! Even if you’re not a Swiftie, come out and hang with your pals. Tickets are on sale now for $13.00 on School Cash Online! Bring some cash next week to purchase some friendship bracelets and other merch at the back of the Caf to get ready for that night.   

9.   Our next ACS Knit Club meeting is on Wed, Feb 12th from 3-4 in room 1004. New members welcome. Hope to see you there, Mrs. Cameron 

10.  Attention Grade 12’s. If you are interested in being a part of the Prom Committee for 2025, please come to our first meeting today during senior lunch in room 1008. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Mosher, Mrs. S. Mederios or Mrs. Mastromatteo. 

11.  Attention Jack Chapter members! There will be a brief yet mandatory meeting today at 3:10 in lecture hall. Those who signed up for the Valentine’s Day stickies will be receiving the allotted amount to write and decorate. It is very important for all to attend. Please email Miss Dabrowski if you require more info! Have a mentally healthy day! 

12.  Junior Badminton players, your tryouts will be today after school from 3-4:15 and Monday at 7am.  

13.  Senior Badminton players, tryouts will begin next week. Tryouts will be Tuesday and Thursday at 7am. Please see Mr. Dyjack if you do not have a signed permission form.  

14.  Attention all students that are interested in the ACS Fashion Show!  There will be an important meeting on Monday at 3pm in the cafe.  Please be sure to attend!  See Mme. Beccari or Mme. Capostagno for more details. 

15.  Today's special in the servery will be Butter Chicken over rice with a piece of naan for $6.25.  It is Friday- so we have Friday's French Onion Homemade veggie soup for $4.00.  Add your mozzarella cheese and freshly baked croutons.  Also, popcorn chicken for $5.50.   And we can do butter chicken poutine or popcorn chicken poutine for $7.00.

Have a great day Lions!