Morning Announcements

Tuesday, September 24, 2024                                          

1.   There will be an IMPORTANT YEARBOOK CLUB meeting today after school in room 2028. This meeting is for PAST Yearbook Club members ONLY. New club members will be welcomed at future meetings starting in November. Keep listening to morning announcements for upcoming meeting.

2.   To all CWAYC debate club members, old and new, this week's debate will take place Thursday after school.  The location has changed.  Please meet in room 1013 instead of the lecture hall.  Please email Mrs. Flanagan if you have any questions.

3.   There will be a meeting held today during senior lunch in Room 2006 with Mr. Virdo for ALL currently registered BUSINESS FOCUS SHSM STUDENTS as well as ALL STUDENTS IN THE DECA CLUB.  Feel free to bring your lunch.

4.   Attention Vocal Ensemble! We are meeting in the LECTURE HALL tonight from 3-4pm. The lecture hall is located on the 2nd floor closest to the chapel.  It's not too late if you still want to join! See you tonight!

5.   Attention Environment Club Members.  Our first meeting will be Wednesday September 25th in Room 3024 at 3pm.  We will discuss plans for the school year, then head outside to the Community Gardens at Edith Monture Park.  New members always welcome - just email Mrs. Walsh or come to 3024 at the end of the day!

6.   Attention grade 11 and 12 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Specialist High Skills Major program? Please come to the lecture hall on your lunch for a mandatory SHSM information meeting on Wednesday, Sept 25th.     Please talk to Ms. Martello for more information.

7.   This week is Truth & Reconciliation Week in preparation for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Day along with Orange Shirt Day on Monday September 30th.  Orange shirts will be for sale during all 3 lunches today and Thursday.  Limited number of shirts for $10.00 each.   

8.   Are you passionate about spreading positivity and making a real difference in our school community? Join the ACS Jack Chapter! We're a dedicated team focused on promoting mental health awareness and fostering well-being for both staff and students. Throughout the year, we take part in various initiatives at both the school and national levels. We're looking for enthusiastic students from all grades to join our mission.  Meetings are held every Friday after school in the lecture hall, with our first meeting kicking off this Friday at 3:05 PM! For more information, feel free to contact the Dabrowski sisters. Let's work together to create a mentally healthy and supportive school environment. Have a mentally healthy day!

9.   Were you hoping to go to Greece with the art department over the March Break? Well, what are you waiting for? THERE ARE ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT! And when they are filled, anyone signing up will be automatically placed on the waitlist. Please see Ms. Benoit in room 2015 for more information. Those that have already enrolled in the Greece trip, make sure you bring in your signed forms ASAP and if you need to apply for a passport, that you are starting that process now

Cafeteria Special:      Today's special in the servery will be Chicken Quesadilla filled with diced chicken, salsa, Sliced peppers and mozzarella cheese with a side of sour cream for $6.50.    Cinnamon buns available this morning for $3.15.

Friday September 20, 2024                                          

1.   Do you wish to grow in your faith and in your understanding of the Bible? Then ACS Bible study is for you! Come to room 3029 at senior lunch today to share your faith in God's word. All are welcome."

2,   Hey Lions! Amplify your Culture is back to ACS this year and will be held on October 7th during period 1.   Every year Mrs. Torto's Social Justice class runs this special event to help enhance the culture of our school. So, if you LOVE your culture and would like to promote it to the school - this event is for you!    We politely ask you to come to our first meeting on Friday September 20th. We will meet in the lecture hall during all lunches. so come out if you are interested and want to learn more.   As a token of appreciation, participants will be invited to a free movie night after school the same day as Amplify.    Hope to see you then!

3.   It was a hard-fought battle last night, as the Sr. Lady Lions took on the SJC Eagles. Both teams came out to win which was evident with the low final score of 30-27. Although our lady lions had trouble sinking baskets, they dominated defensively, denying SJC opportunities to score. Their fierce attitude is a testament to their love for the game and to their commitment to our team. This is going to be an exciting season! Shout outs go to Arhyanna, Lakyn and Mereina. Wish our girls good luck as they head to Western University this weekend for a tournament

4.   Last night the junior girls’ basketball team had an outstanding comeback against a very strong St. John’s team. Trailing by as much as 16 the girls took over the second half of the game. Taking the lead for most of the third and fourth quarter. Unfortunately, we couldn’t hold on at the end and lost 44-46. Sienna Luciani lead the team with 13, Coralyn Towers with 10 and Halle Hawkins had 8. Sunita Tiwari and Ali Arseneau played great inside!   The girls play next on Thursday at 4:00 in the lion’s den!

5.   Attention grade 11 and 12 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Specialist High Skills Major program? Please come to the lecture hall on your lunch for a mandatory SHSM information meeting on Wednesday, Sept 25th.     Please talk to Ms. Martello for more information.

6.   Indigenous students are reminded to sign up in Student Services by today for the free Skilled Trades Day scheduled at The Gathering Place on Six Nations scheduled on Sept 25th.

7.   Were you hoping to go to Greece with the art department over the March Break? Well, what are you waiting for? THERE ARE ONLY 5 SPOTS LEFT! And when they are filled, anyone signing up will be automatically placed on the waitlist. Please see Ms. Benoit in room 2015 for more information. Those that have already enrolled in the Greece trip, make sure you bring in your signed forms ASAP and if you need to apply for a passport, that you are starting that process now.

8.   Senior Boys Rugby 7s players continue to practice tonight at 3:50. If you do not have a permission form yet or have any questions please see Mr. Prior. 

Cafeteria Special:      Friday's special in the servery will be Cheeseburger topped with your choice of tomatoes, onions or garlic pickles with a side of fries for $6.75.   You can combo the special with a small water for .80cents or a jet juice for $1.10.    Onions rings are here for $4.25     And hot out of the oven cinnamon buns this morning for $3.15. 

Have a great day - Go Lions!

Wed. September 18, 2024                                          

1.   LEAP's first meeting is today, all three lunches, in the Lecture Hall.   Come up, right at the start of lunch and In 15 minutes you will learn everything about LEAP and all the amazing opportunities.   Get ready to leap into LEAP!!!!

2.   Any grade 9 students interested in joining student council should see Ms Ristov in TLC at lunch to pick up an application form. Applications are due no later than next Friday morning.

3.   Attention all new and returning STEM members: our first meeting will be this Thursday, September 19th at lunch in the lecture hall. Bring your lunch and a Loonie for a lanyard. We can’t wait to see you there!

4.   Say cheese!  Picture Day is this Thursday, September 19th.  Please listen carefully to the announcements throughout the day as you will be called down to the gym alphabetically by your last name.   You do not need to bring anything with you.  Once the photos are ready, you will receive information about how to order online.

5.   The Sr. Girls Basketball team got a start on their season last night, dominating Paris by more than 40 points. Erin Banting was solid on the boards while also putting up 11 points. Arhyanna Petrella added 10 points to the total as well. Great job lions! We are back on the road on Thursday to play SJC.  

6.   Last night the junior girls basketball team defeated Paris 60-7. A strong team effort was too much for the panthers,as the girls allowed only 1 point in the first half.    Kate Kostiuk and Sunita Tiwari scored 12 points each to lead their team. Taya Sindrey had 6. Congratulations on a great game team!    The girls travel to SJC on Thursday at 4:00 to play a strong st John’s team! Come out and support your lions! 

7.   All senior boys rugby players interested in playing 7s please pick up a permission form from Mr. Prior at the end of the day outside of Portable 20. If you are playing another sport already, please seek permission from that coach to also participate on the 7s team. 

8.   A list of those who have qualified for the AABHN golf tournament is posted outside of the boys and girls phys-ed offices.  We will have a very quick meeting after school on Thursday, Sept 19 in room 2060

9.   The enrichment group for history and geography, known as CWAYC, is proud to announce that debate club begins this week.  Do you love to argue and debate? Come out and join CWAYC.  There will be an information meeting in the lecture hall after school on THURSDAY for ALL NEWCOMERS with details about how Parliamentary Style debate works.   The first debate of season will take place later this month.  See the CWAYC bulletin board outside student services, and posters up around the first floor, for details.  Contact Mrs. Flanagan in 1013 if you have questions.

10.   On September 25th, BHN will be hosting a Skilled Trades Day for Indigenous students at The Gathering Place on Six Nations.   If you are an Indigenous student in Grades 9 – 12, you have an opportunity to participate in this FREE event where you can learn more about the skilled trades from experienced Indigenous tradespeople and community organizations from Brantford and Six Nations.   The event will run from 9AM to 2PM on September 25th. Transportation and lunch will be provided free of charge, and you will have the chance to win some great prizes.   If you are interested in participating in this event, sign up in Student Services by Friday, September 20th.

11.   Attention girls field hockey will continue to practice tonight. Please speak to Mrs. Mcdade or Mrs. Hawkins if you cannot attend.  

12.   Junior tennis practices will be held on Wednesday and Thursday.

13.   Mrs. Sheldrake is looking for students to be altar servers for our school Masses. You must be Catholic and be attending Mass regularly in order to be an altar server but if you have never done it before and would like to try it the school will provide training for you and partner you with an experienced server the first time. Contact Mrs. Sheldrake in room 2050 if you are interested in helping.

14.   Would you like to be a retreat leader for the grade 9 retreats here at Assumption and new mini-retreats for Grade 8 students that will also be taking place at Assumption. Be a leader and mentor to Grade 9 Lions and future Lions. Sign up today in the cafeteria on the lunchtimes at Club Fest. Look for the Retreat Leader display beside the 180 Team display - if you like to make new friends, help make our community a better place and have fun doing it - join the 180 Team today at Club Fest

Cafeteria Special:       Sweet and sour chicken balls over rice for $6.50

Monday September 16, 2024                                             

1.   Say cheese!  Picture Day is this Thursday, September 19th.  Please listen carefully to the announcements throughout the day as you will be called down to the gym alphabetically by your last name.   You do not need to bring anything with you.  Once the photos are ready, you will receive information about how to order online.

2.   This weekend the junior girls traveled to Conestoga College for their first tournament. The team played 3 tough games losing to a strong Ursuline College who ended up winning the tournament. Halle Hawkins was named a tournament all-star. Coralyn Towers, Ali Arseneau and Sienna Luciani played well for the team. Manuela Stavale had a great defensive weekend!      The girls start league play tomorrow at 4:00 in Paris! Good luck ladies!

3.   There will be an IMPORTANT YEARBOOK CLUB meeting tomorrow, Tuesday September 17th, after school in room 2028. This meeting is for PAST Yearbook Club members ONLY. New club members will be welcomed at future meetings starting in November. Keep listening to morning announcements for upcoming meeting dates.

4.   The enrichment group for history and geography, known as CWAYC, is proud to announce that debate club begins this week.  Do you love to argue and debate? Come out and join CWAYC.  There will be an information meeting in the lecture hall after school on THURSDAY for ALL NEWCOMERS with details about how Parliamentary Style debate works.   The first debate of season will take place later this month.  See the CWAYC bulletin board outside student services, and posters up around the first floor, for details.  Contact Mrs. Flanagan in 1013 if you have questions.

5.   One more day until vocal ensemble begins!  Any grade, any experience! If you love to sing then we'll love to have you! Come to the music room right after school tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 17th! We rehearse until 4pm.

6.   Anyone interested in playing girls Fastpitch please sign up outside of phys ed no later than Tuesday.   Grade 9's please come and sign up!!!

7.   Attention girls field hockey: please check the board outside girls phys Ed for the final roster.   We will practice this week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please speak to Mrs. Mcdade or Mrs. Hawkins if you cannot attend.  

8.   Tennis practices for Seniors will be on Monday and Tuesday this week and the Junior practices will be held on Wednesday and Thursday.

9.   Romeo, Romeo where art though Romeo?  He's at the Stratford Festival! Join us on Oct 9th to see the Stratford Festival's production of Romeo and Juliet.  First come, first serve as tickets are selling quickly.  See Mr. Agnolin in the staff room in period 1 or Ms. Morissette in portable 2 for field trip forms.  

10.   Brantford YMCA is excited to offer the Youth Fusion sessions again this school year. All newcomers aged 12-24 are welcome to join each Thursday from 4 -6 p.m. It’s free to join and no commitment is necessary.       The first hour is dedicated to gym use and the second hour is for social activities.            You can earn your 40 hours of community involvement just by attending.   ** BUS TICKETS ARE PROVIDED**       For more information or to register, visit TLC or the school website.

11.   The boys' varsity baseball team has now been posted outside of portable 5.  Thank you to all those that tried out.  Our first practice will be Monday, September 16th at 3:30 pm at Bill Little field.  See Mrs. Lytle in portable 5 if you have any questions. . 

12.   Do you like to sing? Have you been secretly humming songs between classes? Is music a big part of your life? If you answered 'yes' to even ONE of those questions, then Vocal Ensemble is for YOU! We meet in the music room, #1154, for one hour, starting Tuesday, September 17th from 3pm until 4pm. ALL grades are welcome! See Mrs. Ratelband for more information!

Cafeteria Special:       Pasta alfredo with garlic bread for $5.50 .