Announcements

There is a prom committee meeting in the main office conference room today during second lunch.  If you have any questions, please see Ms. Braga and Ms. Martello.

Attention all students that have signed up to try out for Track and Field.  Our first practice will be TODAY after school from 3:15pm-5pm.  Be sure to dress for the weather and have your permission forms if you haven’t already submitted them.  See you TODAY on the Track. 

A reminder that the ACS knitting club will be meeting TODAY in Portable 17 from 3:15pm to 4:15pm. See you there!

Attention all students who are writing an AP exam this year!  There is a mandatory meeting in the Lecture Hall at 1:00pm on Thursday, April 21st!

All students who are involved in the tree planting are allowed to dress down for the day on Thursday April 21. A list of attendees has been emailed to teachers. Students are asked to wear proper, covered footwear and assure that they have long sleeve pants, and a sweater etc. We will be outside so dress appropriately. You are welcome to wear a mask if you wish.  Please also consider bringing a pair of gloves if possible. A reminder that you will have a very simple lunch provided but please bring your own water. Students are asked to be released at the end of period 2 and quickly proceed to the busses near the tennis courts, no later than 11:45am. All of this information was also emailed to your school account.

Attention members of the boys' baseball team. We will be practicing on Wednesday and Thursday after school at Lions Park in the fields near Gilkinson St. Attendance at these practices is mandatory as we will be determining positions and batting order based on our practices over the next two weeks. Players are reminded to dress warmly. Any player who needs a ride to the park should email Mr. Annear. 

The PUSHING FORWARD- TUTORING PROGRAM has begun! The program is free tutoring for students from our very own ACS teachers! The program will run from Monday - Thursday 3:05 pm - 4:05 pm. Drop by student services for more information!

Attention Specialist High Skills Major "SHISM" students in grade 12 and up-  your MANDATORY first aid and CPR training will be run over 2 full school days this spring.  Please come to Student Services ON YOUR LUNCH today to pick up your schedule.  Please read the instructions carefully.  This is MANDATORY training in order to earn your SHSM designation on your transcript.  If you are returning for a fifth year, you still MUST complete this training now.

Grade 12 students!  Your grad retreat taking place on May 31st at Camp Marydale, on the lake near Hamilton.  Buses leave Assumption College at 9am and return by 3pm. Enjoy a day of outdoor group activities and a barbeque lunch. It will be run by Camp Marydale staff. You will also receive the letter you wrote to yourself in grade 9. The cost is only $25. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board at the back of the caf beside the fountain, or on the wall beside the chaplain's office. You MUST register at the chaplain's office and pick up your permission form. Payment is online only.  All grade 12 students are welcome. 

The St. Vincent de Paul Store is looking for student volunteers on Saturday mornings. They need students every weekend and they will work around your availability to set up a schedule that is a good fit for you. For more information see the poster on the volunteer bulletin board beside Guidance and on the door at the chaplain's office. You will earn 4 service hours each time.

Attention all students who are writing an AP exam this year!  There is a mandatory meeting in the Lecture Hall at 1:00pm next Thursday, April 21st!

Tennis season is starting again!  Our first practice will be held on Tuesday afterschool, weather permitting.  Please bring your rackets and come ready to play.  We are still looking for more senior tennis players. If you are interested, come join us on Tuesday.

ATTENTION ALL DELF PARTICIPANTS:  Please continue to check your school board e-mail for daily updates and reminders.  It is imperative that you all read and respond to an important e-mail which will be sent early next week. See Madame McCulloch if you have any questions. 

The final tryout for the Boys Soccer team is today at 3:15 on the field behind the school.  Please email Mr. DaCosta or see him today if you cannot attend or if you melt in the rain

ttention boys who tried out for this year's ACS baseball team. The final roster has been posted on the bulletin board outside of the boys phys ed office. Our first practices will be after school on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week. It is very important for all players to attend these practices as the season starts in the first week of May. The location for these practices will be determined over the weekend and announced on the morning announcements next Tuesday. Finally, coaches Annear and Vieira wish to thank everyone who tried out for this year's team. We hope you will work on your skills over the summer and try out again next year. Your LION PRIDE is appreciated. 

Attention all students wishing to try-out for the ACS Track and Field Team.  A sign-up sheet has been posted outside the male Phys. Ed Office.  Be sure to sign up under the appropriate age category (Grade 9 Boys and Girls - Novice Division, Grade 10 Boys and Girls - Junior Division, and Grade 11-12 Boys and Girls - Senior Division).  Students are able to sign up for a maximum of 3 events.  Training will take place after school from 3-4:30pm outdoors.  Students are reminded that since there is no school wide Track and Field Meet at ACS this year.  You are trying out for the events you sign up for.  The AABHN District meet will take place on May 10 and 11 at PJ's Kiwanis Field.

The PUSHING FORWARD- TUTORING PROGRAM will begin TUESDAY, APRIL 19th! The program is free tutoring for students from our very own ACS teachers! The program will run from Monday - Thursday 3:05 pm - 4:05 pm. Drop by student services for more information!

There will be a Grade 12 Prom Committee meeting TODAY - during second lunch in the Library Reading Room.  All are welcome!

Grade 12 students! Your grad retreat is taking place on May 31st at Camp Marydale, which is on the lake just outside Hamilton.  Buses depart from Assumption College at 9am and return by 3pm. Enjoy a day of outdoor group challenges and activities, time together and a barbeque lunch. It will be run by Camp Marydale staff. You will also receive the letter you wrote to yourself in grade 9. The cost is only $25. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board at the back of the caf beside the fountain or on the wall beside the chaplain's office. Register at the chaplain's office and pick up your permission form. Payment is online only.  All grade 12 students are welcome. 

Do you need community service hours? The St. Vincent de Paul Store is looking for student volunteers on Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 12:30pm just once a month. They need students every weekend, so they are able to work around your schedule. For more information see the poster on the volunteer bulletin board beside Guidance and on the door at the chaplain's office. It's a great experience and you will earn 4 service hours each time

Attention all GRADE 12 Specialist High Skills Major "SHISM" students- your MANDATORY first aid and CPR training will be run over 2 full school days this spring.  Please come to Student Services ON YOUR LUNCH today to pick up your schedule.  Please read the instructions carefully.  This is MANDATORY training in order to earn your SHSM designation on your transcript.  If you are returning for a fifth year, you still MUST complete this training. 

Attention Grade 12 Students

Are you pursuing scientific or technological careers? do you have over 90% average on your U/M level courses? are you doing scientific research currently OR interested in doing so in the future? Then the James Hiller Scholarship worth up to $20,000 is one you should apply for.  Please sign up in student services to arrange your FIRST interview on Monday, April 25th.

This is a reminder that the McMillan scholarship applications are due to the D2L "Gr 12 Guide" page's Assignment dropbox next Thurs. April 21st.  

Also, check the Scholarship Chart for upcoming due dates- most scholarship and bursary applications are due from mid-April until mid-May.  Don't miss out on FREE MONEY!

Senior students are reminded that the Full Disclosure Day, also called "the last day to drop so a mark doesn't appear on your transcript" is May 2nd. 

All students are reminded how to be MORE successful at school:  
 - attend class every day and participate
- do your homework every night
- don't multi-task which means turn your phone OFF when you are in class OR studying OR doing homework, and
- get AT LEAST 8 hours of sleep every night- you are growing physically and mentally so you NEED it!

Hey Lions! Our next Casual Dress Day is on Wednesday, April 13th.  To help promote the Addams Family Musical, students wearing an Addams Family costume or are dressed in total black clothing will be entered into a draw for great prizes.

There will be a Soccer tryout after school outside. Remember to bring your cleats.

All junior badminton players come down to the male Phys Ed office at the end of the day for tournament details. 

Any boys interested in playing for the ACS Baseball team are reminded that they need to attend the final tryout on Wednesday in order to be eligible to play for the team. We will be practicing on Wednesday after school at Donegal Park. Players should wear weather appropriate clothing. See Mr. Annear in portable 1 in the morning or room 3024 during last period if you have any questions. 

Attention all students wishing to try-out for the ACS Track and Field Team.  A sign-up sheet has been posted outside the male Phys. Ed Office.  Be sure to sign up under the appropriate age category (Grade 9 Boys and Girls - Novice Division, Grade 10 Boys and Girls - Junior Division, and Grade 11-12 Boys and Girls - Senior Division).  Students are able to sign up for a maximum of 3 events.  Training will take place after school from 3-4:30pm outdoors.  Students are reminded that since there is no school wide Track and Field Meet at ACS this year.  You are trying out for the events you sign up for.  The AABHN District meet will take place on May 10 and 11 at PJ's Kiwanis Field.

The PUSHING FORWARD- TUTORING PROGRAM will begin TUESDAY, APRIL 19th! The program is free tutoring for students from our very own ACS teachers! The program will run from Monday - Thursday 3:05 pm - 4:05 pm. Drop by student services for more information!

There will be a Grade 12 Prom Committee meeting this Thursday - April 14th - during second lunch in the Library Reading Room. All are welcome!

Coffee House is back Lions! Mark May 19th on your calendars for a fun night full of music, snacks, and friends. Auditions for performers will be held this Wednesday after school in Room 2063. If you are interested in auditioning, please be sure to sign up for your preferred time slot on the sign-up sheet located outside of Room 2063. Be sure to bring along any instruments or tracks needed for your performance.

Grade 12 students! Your grad retreat is taking place on May 31st at Camp Marydale, which is on the lake just outside Hamilton.  Buses depart from Assumption College at 9am and return by 3pm. Enjoy a day of outdoor group challenges and activities, time together and a barbeque lunch. It will be run by Camp Marydale staff. You will also receive the letter you wrote to yourself in grade 9. The cost is only $25. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board at the back of the caf beside the fountain or on the wall beside the chaplain's office. Register at the chaplain's office and pick up your permission form. Payment is online only.  All grade 12 students are welcome. 

Do you need community service hours? The St. Vincent de Paul Store is looking for student volunteers on Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 12:30pm just once a month. They need students every weekend so they are able to work around your schedule. For more information see the poster on the volunteer bulletin board beside Guidance and on the door at the chaplain's office. It's a great experience and you will earn 4 service hours each time

Hey Lions! Can you help donate? From March 28th to April 13th, we are looking to collect canned goods and hygiene products to go to Saint Vincent De Paul. We are looking for toilet paper, shampoo, deodorant etc. As well as canned meat, beans, fruits, and veggies. This is a period 2 challenge! Yes, you heard that right, "challenge." The period 2 class that has donated the most products will win free caf cookies for your whole class. Once again, make sure to bring these items to your period 2 class. 

As part of a grade 12 social justice class effort, we are looking to help young Brantford moms in need. Throughout April you can help local moms by donating clean, new or used, baby clothes, toys, and new packages of wipes, food, diapers, bottles, and sanitary products. If that doesn’t seem like something you can help with, then consider buying a donut! Donuts will be sold at the caf every Tuesday, both lunches, all April long for $2 or the donation of a baby product.  All products and money will be donated to the Brantford Pregnancy and Resource Center. Thank you, Lions!

Attention Grade 12 Students

Are you pursuing scientific or technological careers? do you have over 90% average on your U/M level courses? are you doing scientific research currently OR interested in doing so in the future? Then the James Hiller Scholarship worth up to $20,000 is one you should apply for.  Please sign up in student services to arrange your FIRST interview on Monday, April 25th.

This is a reminder that the McMillan scholarship applications are due to the D2L "Gr 12 Guide" page's Assignment dropbox next Thurs. April 21st.  

Also, check the Scholarship Chart for upcoming due dates- most scholarship and bursary applications are due from mid-April until mid-May.  Don't miss out on FREE MONEY!

Senior students are reminded that the Full Disclosure day, also called "the last day to drop so a mark doesn't appear on your transcript" is May 2nd. 

All students are reminded how to be MORE successful at school:  
 - attend class every day and participate
- do your homework every night
- don't multi-task which means turn your phone OFF when you are in class OR studying OR doing homework, and
- get AT LEAST 8 hours of sleep every night- you are growing physically and mentally so you NEED it!
 

If anyone is interested in playing Girls Fast Pitch, please sign up outside the girls Phys Ed office. 

The first cuts of the varsity Boys Soccer team has been posted outside the male Phys Ed office. The next practice will take place outside on Tuesday after school. 

Attention boys who would like to try out for the ACS Boys Baseball Team. We will be having tryouts on Monday, Apr. 11 and Wed. Apr. 13. The tryouts will be held at Donegal Park on 70 Donegal Drive which is close to the school. The tryouts will run from shortly after the end of school until 5 or 5:30 pm. Players should bring any equipment they have, but at a minimum a baseball glove. Players should wear weather appropriate athletic clothing in case it is cold or wet. Players are also reminded that they must bring their completed and signed health and permission forms to the tryout.  

Attention Grade 12's!  Planning for the Senior Prom is underway, and we need your help to select this year's Prom theme. Please log onto the Grade 12 D2L page anytime between today and next Wednesday, April 13th, and cast your vote for this year's Prom theme. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Braga or Ms. Martello.

Coffee House is back Lions! Mark May 19th on your calendars for a fun night full of music, snacks, and friends. Auditions for performers will be held next Wednesday after school in room 2063. If you are interested in auditioning, please be sure to sign up for your preferred time slot on the sign-up sheet located outside of room 2063. Be sure to bring along any instruments or tracks needed for your performance.

Do you need community service hours? Beginning next year students will be required to have 40 hours of community service to graduate. The St. Vincent de Paul Store is looking for student volunteers on Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 12:30pm once a month. They need students every weekend, so they are able to work around your schedule. For more information see the poster on the volunteer bulletin board beside Guidance and on the door at the chaplain's office. We have always had a great relationship with the St. Vincent de Paul Store, so they came to us first looking for student volunteers. It's a great experience and you would earn 4 service hours each time.

Hey Lions! Can you help donate? From March 28th to April 13th, we are looking to collect canned goods and hygiene products to go to Saint Vincent De Paul. We are looking for toilet paper, shampoo, deodorant etc. As well as canned meat, beans, fruits, and veggies. This is a period 2 challenge! Yes, you heard that right, "challenge." The period 2 class that has donated the most products will win free caf cookies for your whole class. Once again, make sure to bring these items to your period 2 class. 

As part of a social justice initiative, we are asking all Lions to come out and Support the Six Nations Youth Lodge this Friday, April 8 by dropping by cafeteria during the Grade 9 and 11 lunch to purchase hand made beaded bracelets for $4 each.  All proceeds will be put towards backpacks filled with essential items for the youth staying at the Youth Lodge. Thank you for your support!

As part of a grade 12 social justice class effort, we are looking to help young Brantford moms in need. Throughout April you can help local moms by donating clean, new or used, baby clothes, toys, and new packages of wipes, food, diapers, bottles, and sanitary products. If that doesn’t seem like something you can help with, then consider buying a donut! Donuts will be sold at the caf every Tuesday, both lunches, all April long for $2 or the donation of a baby product.  All products and money will be donated to the Brantford Pregnancy and Resource Center. Thank you, Lions!

Attention Lions!  The Friends Fiesta has been moved to Friday, May 6th.  Tickets for the Friends Fiesta will go on sale next Monday, April 11th.

Attention Grade 12 students! We are excited to be able to offer you a graduates retreat this year! It is taking place on May 31st at a beautiful outdoor venue called Camp Marydale, which is on the lake just outside Hamilton. The retreat lasts for the school day with buses departing from Assumption College at 9am and returning before 3pm. It will be a fun day of outdoor group challenges and activities, time together and a barbeque lunch. It will be run by Camp Marydale staff. You will also receive back the letter you wrote to yourself in grade 9. The cost is only $25. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board at the back of the caf beside the fountain or on the wall beside the chaplain's office. Registration and payment is now open and online only. Sign up soon to secure yourself and your friends a spot. All grade 12 students are welcome. There is still time to create great memories of your grade 12 year.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: are you aged 13 – 18? would you like to learn, grow and develop leadership skills, self-confidence and meet like-minded youth? First Ontario Credit Union is sponsoring two students to attend a camp near Aylmer, Ontario at a Dairy Museum this summer. Applications will be accepted until April 21st . Visit FirstOntario.com/YourFuture to apply TODAY.

GRADUATES are reminded to check for Scholarship & bursary information on your D2L Grade 12 Guide for regular updates to the Scholarship chart. Some applications are on D2L with a dropbox under Assignments while others have a link provided with submission  by email or online. Here are some coming up in the next few weeks:

-The $6000 Mabel and Gordon McMillan Scholarship applications are due April 21st to the D2L dropbox. This prestigious award is offered to students who consistently achieve academic excellence, are heavily involved in School and Community extra-curriculars and live the Catholic Graduate expectations. 
-Libro Credit union offers $2000 scholarships to youth who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their community while balancing academic success. Applications for their scholarship are being accepted online now until April 23
-The Canadian Federation of University Women's or C.F.U.W. Scholarship is worth $1000 is for Female students heading to College or University with over 85% average and is due April 29th

Attention grade 11 and grade 12 students!  The Lion and Letter awards application are now available in student services! Grade 11's are eligible to apply to the Lion Award. Grade 12 students are eligible to apply to the Lion Award or the School Letter.  These awards are given to senior students in recognition of achievements and outstanding contributions to school life. Please drop by student services to pick up your application! Applications are due no later than May 6th @ 3:00pm.