Morning Announcements
Tuesday, September 26th, 2023
Attention Lions! Every Child Matters Orange T-shirts will be on sale at the back of the cafeteria TODAY and TOMORROW for $10.00.
Attention all CWAYC members. Our first meeting will take place TODAY in the Lecture Hall. During first lunch, the meeting will run from 11:40am to 12:00pm. During second lunch, the meeting will run from 1:00pm to 1:20pm. All those in attendance will earn one point.
Could the players on the Boys and Girls Golf Teams come to Room 1087 at the end of the day for a very brief meeting. Good luck tomorrow at the district qualifier.
Attention all students signed up - or interested in joining - the Environment Club. Please join us at our first meeting TODAY, right after school, in Room 3024. It's all hands-on deck as we need to prep the school to begin our paper recycling program! If you are unable to attend but would still like to join the Environment club, email Ms. Walsh.
Attention all you singers out there! Vocal Ensemble is starting up TODAY. Even if you didn't sign up on club fest day, all are welcome! It's not too late to join! All grades, all experiences - come on out from 3 to 4pm in the music Room1154. See Mrs. Ratelband for more information and if you cannot make the first rehearsal.
There will be a Boys Baseball practice TODAY from 3:30-5:30 pm at Bill Little Park. Please let Mrs. Lytle or Miss Robitaille know if you cannot attend.
Attention grade 11 and 12 students interested in earning a Specialist High Skills Major. There will be a very important meeting on Wednesday at lunch in the Lecture Hall. Please plan to attend for the first 20 minutes of your lunch to get all necessary information. A SHSM is a great opportunity, come a find out all about!
The first meeting of the year for the 180 Team will be this Thursday. All those who have signed up should go to the chapel on the second floor at the beginning of your scheduled lunchtime. The meeting for students in grades 9 & 11 begins at 11:40 and the meeting for grades 10 & 12 begins at 1:00. If you didn't sign up that's okay. New members are always welcome to join the 180 Team. Bring your lunch with you and bring a friend if you would like to.
The ACE Committee will be meeting on Thursday, September 28th during first lunch in Portable 1 and second lunch in Room 1003.
Just a reminder that the Latino Club will be meeting in Room 1034 on Friday mornings from 8:15 until 8:40am. We will begin this coming Friday, September 29. Don't worry if you can't make it right at 8:15 prompt. Drop by to discuss how you're doing, listen to music and have a conversation in Portuguese, Spanish and English. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Bender.
There is a mandatory training session this Friday for everyone in grades 11 & 12 who signed up to be retreat leaders for the grade 9 classes. The meeting will take place on your scheduled lunchtime in the chapel. Please arrive promptly right after the bell. You will also be signing up for your retreat dates.
Hey Lions! Our Homecoming Dance is coming up on Thursday, October 12th. Ticket sales will begin next week, but NOW is the time to pick up guest forms if you plan on bringing a friend from another school. A reminder for new students: there is a limit of one guest per ACS student, and they must be enrolled in high school. Guest permission forms can be picked up in the main office and must be completed BEFORE a ticket can be purchased for them.
Attention students interested in joining the ACS swim team! If you missed us at Club Fest, there is a sign-up sheet posted outside of TLC. You do not have to be a competitive swimmer to join! Information sessions will be hosted on Thursday during first lunch and right after school in room 3007. Please see Ms. Ristov for more details.
Any senior gr. 11 or gr. 12 students interested in being Stage Manager or Props Manager for "Footloose", please sign up for an interview time on the bulletin board outside of the drama room. See Mrs. Ratelband if there are no spaces left and you are still wanting to be interviewed.
Lions!!! Are you interested in being part of one of the biggest events in our ACS tradition and help the community at the same time. Come out to the meeting on October 2nd in the lecture hall during your lunch to learn about the We Scare Hunger Event, that is happening here on October 27th. This event is the is an awesome opportunity to help fill the cupboards at the St. Vincente de Paul, and it is a fun night here at the school where you will work with a team to collect canned food donations from all over west brant. We pick up the items, sort them and box them. You may even choose to dress up in a Halloween costume and maybe win a prize! You also will earn 10 hours of community service if you participate in the event and the meetings! So be sure to mark your calendars for junior and senior lunch time, in the lecture hall, on October 2nd and we explain the whole event to you then!
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity to collect hours? We have a chance to help prepare bags for the foodbank this week after school. If you are interested come to Student Services today and ask to speak with Ms. Coene.
Good morning, Lions! Our ACS Prefects are here to help you. Could you use a little help in one or more of your classes this semester? Are you a new student or someone who could use help with the English language, or perhaps you'd like to learn a new language? Our Prefects would love to help. Stop by Student Services to pick-up and drop-off an application to access our Free Homework Help, Tutoring, and Prefect Mentorship. We will do the rest. Applications are limited, so don't wait. We look forward to meeting and working alongside you. Sincerely, the ACS Prefect Program.
Attention all students in grades 9 to 12. The Iceland trip is filling up quickly, so don't forget to reserve your spot ASAP! For more information, please see Mme. Beccari in Room 2010. Don't miss out on this one in a life-time experience!
Attention all grade 9 students! Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and other special school events? Do you want to be a part of the planning process and contribute to making these events possible? If so, student council is for you. Applications are now available for GRADE 9 STUDENTS ONLY. Pick up your application in the main office today and make sure it is completed before the October 6th submission deadline. Looking forward to receiving your applications!
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Popcorn Chicken with Fries for $7.25, or you can get Popcorn Chicken Poutine for $7.25. There are lots of Grab and Go items today. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Monday, September 25th, 2023
Attention all STEM members or want to be STEM members. Our first meeting is scheduled for today, Monday Sept 25th, during both lunches in the Lecture Hall. Come find out what is planned for the 2023-2024 season.
Attention Lions! Every Child Matters Orange T-shirts will be on sale at the back of the Cafeteria on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week for $10.00.
Attention all CWAYC members. Our first meeting will take place on Tuesday September 26th in the lecture hall. During first lunch, the meeting will run from 11:40am to 12:00pm. During second lunch, the meeting will run from 1:00pm to 1:20pm. All those in attendance will earn one point. See you Tuesday!
Attention all students signed up - or interested in joining - the Environment Club. Please join us at our first meeting tomorrow, Tuesday September 26th , right after school, in Room 3024. It's all hands-on deck as we need to prep the school to begin our paper recycling program! If you are unable to attend but would still like to join the Environment club, email Ms. Walsh.
Attention all you singers out there! Vocal Ensemble is starting up on Tuesday, Sept. 26th. Even if you didn't sign up on club fest day, all are welcome! It's not too late to join! All grades, all experiences - come on out from 3 to 4pm in the music Room1154. See Mrs. Ratelband for more information and if you cannot make the first rehearsal.
There will be a boys baseball practice Tuesday, September 26th from 3:30-5:30 pm at Bill Little Park. Please let Mrs. Lytle or Miss Robitaille know if you cannot attend.
Attention grade 11 and 12 students interested in earning a Specialist High Skills Major. There will be a very important meeting on Wednesday at lunch in the lecture hall. Please plan to attend for the first 20 minutes of your lunch to get all necessary information. A SHSM is a great opportunity, come a find out all about!
The ACE Committee will be meeting on Thursday, September 28th during first lunch in Portable 1 and second lunch in Room 1003.
Hey Lions! Our Homecoming Dance is coming up on Thursday, October 12th. Ticket sales will begin next week, but NOW is the time to pick up guest forms if you plan on bringing a friend from another school. A reminder for new students: there is a limit of one guest per ACS student, and they must be enrolled in high school. Guest permission forms can be picked up in the main office and must be completed BEFORE a ticket can be purchased for them.
Attention students interested in joining the ACS swim team! If you missed us at Club Fest, there is a sign-up sheet posted outside of TLC. You do not have to be a competitive swimmer to join! Information sessions will be hosted on Thursday during first lunch and right after school in room 3007. Please see Ms. Ristov for more details.
Attention Grade 11 and 12 students! LEAP and the ACS English Department have booked a trip to Stratford, this October 11th, to see William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. If you're interested in seeing this play about gossip and the fallout, pick up a permission form outside of Room 1008 today.
Are you taking grade 10 French at some point this year or did you take it last year? Then you are eligible for the trip to Quebec! See Madame Rodger in the foods room if you are not on the D2L page or if you cannot see the deposit payment on school cash online. You must pay the deposit and hand in your permission forms in order to secure your spot! Please see Madame Rodger in the foods room if you have any questions or if you would like to fund raise by selling chocolates.
Attention all grade 9 students! Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and other special school events? Do you want to be a part of the planning process and contribute to making these events possible? If so, student council is for you. Applications are now available for GRADE 9 STUDENTS ONLY. Pick up your application in the main office today and make sure it is completed before the October 6th submission deadline. Looking forward to receiving your applications!
A very big Thank you is in order to all the Lions who helped make our school and the world a better place by spreading kindness. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Our kindness campaign is not over yet! The bulletin board is filled with new kindness suggestions. Take one and tell us all about how your kindness experience made a difference! All the info and necessary material is found on the bulletin board outside of guidance. Go check it out. THANKS, From your Kindness Squad in the Special Education Department
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Penne Pasta served with Red Sauce and Beef Meatballs with Garlic Toast for $5.25. Add a small water for 75 cents. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Friday, September 22nd, 2023
Attention Grade 11 and 12 students! LEAP and the ACS English Department have booked a trip to Stratford, this October 11th, to see William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. If you're interested in seeing this play about gossip and the fallout, pick up a permission form outside of Room 1008 today.
Attention Lions! Every Child Matters orange T-shirts will be on sale at the back of the Caf on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week for $10.00.
Spots for the trip to Quebec are filling up fast! Please submit your permission forms to any French teacher and pay your deposit on school cash online to secure your spot. See Madame Rodger in the foods room if you want to sell chocolates for a fundraiser or if you need financial assistance for the trip.
Lions, we are MORE than impressed at the turnout for auditions for ACS's musical: "Footloose"! The FINAL CAST LIST is posted outside the drama room door. Please email Mrs. Boschman if you DO NOT accept your role in the musical. The first REHEARSAL is on Monday, Sept. 25th from 3-5p.m. in the drama room. Only the cast is asked to attend.
The position of Stage Manager and Props Manager will be interviewed next week Wednesday, Sept. 27th. Sign up for an interview time on the bulletin board outside the drama room. In addition, there is a POTENTIAL list of crew members based on what you said in your form during auditions. A final process is needed before crew is chosen. Please listen for announcements in October about props creation, set painting and crew.
More spirit wear has arrived lions! At this time, we have order numbers up to 572. Orders can be picked up in the student council office every day during lunch.
Attention all grade 9 students! Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and other special school events? Do you want to be a part of the planning process and contribute to making these events possible? If so, student council is for you. Applications are now available for GRADE 9 STUDENTS ONLY. Pick up your application in the main office today and make sure it is completed before the October 6th submission deadline. Looking forward to receiving your applications!
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2024!!! A reminder to submit your Community Hours. 40 Community Hours are a Graduation Requirement. Please submit your purple form to Student Services.
Attention all students enrolled in grades 11 and 12 French or Italian this school year: The Modern Languages Department trip to France and Italy is back! A parent information meeting will be held Thursday September 28th in the Lecture Hall. Any senior MLD students not on the trip D2L page - please see Madame Di Francesco or Madame McCulloch. Merci / Grazie.
Attention Class of 2024!! The Scholarship & Bursary Chart for 2023/2024 is now available and will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. Scholarships & Bursaries are excellent for financial assistance and the application process can provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your own achievements. Start your search today by checking out our scholarship and bursary chart on your Grade 12 Chagnon Brightspace Page.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be a Popcorn Chicken Mashed Potato Bowl topped with corn, mozzarella cheese, and gravy for $6.00. Freezies and sundaes are available for $1.50. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Thursday, September 21st, 2023
This is a reminder to Senior tennis players that tryouts are TODAY. Please meet at the courts at 3pm ready to play.
Attention all those who auditioned for "Footloose"! The call back list is posted outside the Drama Room. We are asking that you remain from 3pm to 5pm TONIGHT in the Drama Room! These students are only those who we are not sure of where they will be placed. If your name is not on the list, it does NOT mean you are not in the show. The FINAL cast list will be posted on Friday, Sept. 22nd. Thank you to all for your hard work!
Attention Grade 11 and 12 students! LEAP and the ACS English Department have booked a trip to Stratford, this October 11th, to see William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. If you're interested in seeing this play about gossip and the fallout, pick up a permission form outside of Room 1008 today.
Cross Country training will continue TODAY after school at 3:15pm. The team will meet at the picnic tables by the portables. If you are still interested in joining the cross-country team, please pick up a form from Mr. Prior, Ms. Gomez, or Ms. Czaplinska.
Hello ACS Knitting Club. Our first meeting of the year will take place TODAY from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in Portable 17. Can't wait to catch up and crochet together. New members welcome. Hope to see you then!
Are you in grade 11 or 12? We are looking for leaders for the grade 9 retreat program. Be a mentor to our younger Lions and develop leadership skills. Be sure to sign up today at club fest at the retreat leader display. Students in all grades are welcome to join the 180 Team. It's a chill group that's social and friendship based, a safe place where you can be yourself and make new friends. It's also a group that's social justice-minded and likes to have fun helping the community. Check out the 180 Team display today at Club Fest.
Attention grade 11 and 12 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Specialist High Skills Major program? Today at Club Fest, SHSM will have a booth so you can get more information. Make sure to check out the booth and talk to Ms. Coene for more information.
More spirit wear has arrived lions! At this time, we have order numbers up to 572. Orders can be picked up in the student council office every day during lunch.
Attention all grade 9 students! Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and other special school events? Do you want to be a part of the planning process and contribute to making these events possible? If so, student council is for you. Applications are now available for GRADE 9 STUDENTS ONLY. Pick up your application in the main office today and make sure it is completed before the October 6th submission deadline. Looking forward to receiving your applications!
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2024!!! A reminder to submit your Community Hours. 40 Community Hours are a Graduation Requirement. Please submit your purple form to Student Services.
Attention all students enrolled in grades 11 and 12 French or Italian this school year: The Modern Languages Department trip to France and Italy is back! A parent information meeting will be held Thursday September 28th in the Lecture Hall. Any senior MLD students not on the trip D2L page - please see Madame Di Francesco or Madame McCulloch. Merci / Grazie.
Attention Class of 2024!! The Scholarship & Bursary Chart for 2023/2024 is now available and will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. Scholarships & Bursaries are excellent for financial assistance and the application process can provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your own achievements. Start your search today by checking out our scholarship and bursary chart on your Grade 12 Chagnon Brightspace Page.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Cheese or Pepperoni Panzerottis for $6.00. Dipping sauces will be Ranch or Marinara. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Wednesday, September 20th, 2023
Picture Day is tomorrow, Lions. Students will be called down by alpha to the small gym. Photos can be ordered once you receive your student card and proofs.
Lions, this is your LAST CHANCE to be in the school musical, "Footloose". All those who came to last night's dance auditions are asked to come tonight to act and sing if you want a role other than dance chorus. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early from your scheduled time to fill out a form. See Mrs. Ratelband if you cannot make your scheduled time. See you tonight!
Attention all students registered for the March Break STEM trip to Costa Rica & Panama, or anyone interested in possibly joining us. There is an important informational meeting being held TODAY during both lunches in Room 3005. Everyone is welcome to come learn more about this amazing opportunity. Hope to see you there.
The Gay Straight Alliance or GSA is meeting for the first time this year! We will meet in the Drama Room during first lunch and the Library Reading Room during second lunch. Once again, the first lunch meeting will be in the Drama Room (room 1092) and the second lunch meeting will be in the Library Reading Room. Everyone is welcome!
This is a reminder to all tennis players that tryouts will continue this week. Juniors will be on Wednesday and Seniors on Thursday. Please meet at the courts at 3pm ready to play.
Cross Country training will continue this week from Monday to Thursday after school at 3:15pm. The team will meet at the picnic tables by the portables. If you are still interested in joining the cross-country team, please pick up a form from Mr. Prior, Ms. Gomez, or Ms. Czaplinska.
Hello ACS Knitting Club. Our first meeting of the year will take place this Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in Portable 17. Can't wait to catch up and crochet together. New members welcome. Email Mrs. Cameron. Hope to see you then!
Attention grade 11 and 12 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Specialist High Skills Major program? At Club Fest this week SHSM will have a booth so you can get more information. Make sure to check out the booth and talk to Ms. Coene for more information.
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2024!!! A reminder to submit your Community Hours. 40 Community Hours are a Graduation Requirement. Please submit your purple form to Student Services.
Hello LEAPers! You only have two weeks left to participate in the "Back to School" writing contest! Remember you are welcome to write a short story, poem, or journal, about your summer experiences or about your feelings of walking through the ACS halls again. Remember, your submission is due to the dropbox on the LEAP D2L page on September 29th! Students who would like to join LEAP please come see us at our first meeting TODAY in the lecture hall. We will be there during both lunches and are looking forward to seeing you.
Attention all students enrolled in grades 11 and 12 French or Italian this school year: The Modern Languages Department trip to France and Italy is back! A parent information meeting will be held Thursday September 28th in the Lecture Hall. Any senior MLD students not on the trip D2L page - please see Madame Di Francesco or Madame McCulloch. Merci / Grazie.
Attention Class of 2024!! The Scholarship & Bursary Chart for 2023/2024 is now available and will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. Scholarships & Bursaries are excellent for financial assistance and the application process can provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your own achievements. Start your search today by checking out our scholarship and bursary chart on your Grade 12 Chagnon Brightspace Page.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Sauteed Perogies with Caramelized Onions served with Fries or Graden Salad for $6.00. You can also get six perogies for only $5.00. Add a small water for 75 cents with the special. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Tuesday, September 19th, 2023
Listen Up Lions! Our first Casual Dress Day of the year will be on Wednesday, September 20th. Students wishing to dress casually must bring in two dollars. All money collected will be going towards the Six Nations Food Bank. Thank you for your support.
Today is THE day! "Footloose" dance auditions are TONIGHT! Come straight to the cafeteria and sign in at 3pm. If you need to change do so as soon as possible - you can also dance in your uniform. See you there Lions!
There will be a Boys Baseball practice TODAY from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at Bill Little Park. Please let Mrs. Lytle or Miss Robitaille know if you cannot attend.
This is a reminder to all tennis players that tryouts will continue this week. Seniors sessions will be on Tuesday and Thursday, and Juniors will be on Wednesday. Please meet at the courts at 3pm ready to play.
Cross Country training will continue this week from Monday to Thursday after school at 3:15pm. The team will meet at the picnic tables by the portables. If you are still interested in joining the cross-country team, please pick up a form from Mr. Prior, Ms. Gomez, or Ms. Czaplinska.
Hello ACS Knitting Club. Our first meeting of the year will take place this Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in Portable 17. Can't wait to catch up and crochet together. New members welcome. Email Mrs. Cameron. Hope to see you then!
Attention grade 11 and 12 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Specialist High Skills Major program? At club fest this week SHSM will have a booth so you can get more information. Make sure to check out the booth and talk to Ms. Coene for more information.
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2024!!! A reminder to submit your Community Hours. 40 Community Hours are a Graduation Requirement. Please submit your purple form to Student Services.
Attention grade 12 students! University and College Reps visits begin TODAY. Sign-up NOW using the calendar on the right of the screen on the Gr 12 guidance Brightspace page. To sign up, please click on the event and a link for registration will be found in the description. On Tuesday, Sept 19th, visiting our school is Fanshawe College @9am and Trent University @10:20am in the lecture hall. If you have any questions, please visit Student Services.
Hello LEAPers! You only have two weeks left to participate in the "Back to School" writing contest! Remember you are welcome to write a short story, poem, or journal, about your summer experiences or about your feelings of walking through the ACS halls again. Remember, your submission is due to the dropbox on the LEAP D2L page on September 29th! Students who would like to join LEAP please come see us at our first meeting this Wednesday in the lecture hall. We will be there during both lunches and are looking forward to seeing you.
Will you be graduating in 2024? IF YOU ARE: An original and creative thinker committed to your school and community, a high achiever in academic and creative pursuits, and enthusiastic about learning and intellectual exploration hoping to go to U of T, then we need to hear from you! See D2L for The U of T National Book Award details.
Attention Lions. Are you interested in trying out for our school curling team in October, but you don’t have a lot of experience? Brant Curling club has a program for high school students that is perfect for any high school student interested in curling. If you are interested in finding out more, come see Mr. O’Brien in room 3011 either before or after school sometime this week. Preference for the school curling team will be given to those who are signed up to curl already.
Hello Drivers. Please register your vehicle as soon as possible and pick up your temporary parking pass. Once the passes arrive, you may exchange your temporary pass with your permanent pass. If you have any questions, please come to the office and we will assist you.
This evening at 6:30pm in the lecture hall there will be an information meeting for parents and students interested in going on the Geography trip to Iceland. The trip is open to all students in grades 9-12. The ultimate adventure awaits you in Iceland, so come out and join us this evening!
Attention all students enrolled in grades 11 and 12 French or Italian this school year: The Modern Languages Department trip to France and Italy is back! A parent information meeting will be held Thursday September 28th in the lecture hall. Any senior MLD students not on the trip D2L page - please see Madame Di Francesco or Madame McCulloch. Merci / Grazie.
Attention Class of 2024!! The Scholarship & Bursary Chart for 2023/2024 is now available and will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. Scholarships & Bursaries are excellent for financial assistance and the application process can provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your own achievements. Start your search today by checking out our scholarship and bursary chart on your Grade 12 Chagnon Brightspace Page.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Fries and Nachos served with taco meet, cheese sauce, salsa, sour cream, and green onions for $7.00. Nachos and cheese are available for $4.75. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Monday, September 18th, 2023
Listen Up Lions! Our first Casual Dress Day of the year will be on Wednesday, September 20th. Students wishing to dress casually must bring in two dollars. All money collected will be going towards the Six Nations Food Bank. Thank you for your support.
There will be a Boys Baseball practice on Tuesday, September 19th from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at Bill Little Park. Please let Mrs. Lytle or Miss Robitaille know if you cannot attend.
Cross Country training will continue this week from Monday to Thursday after school at 3:15pm. The team will meet at the picnic tables by the portables. If you are still interested in joining the cross-country team, please pick up a form from Mr. Prior, Ms. Gomez, or Ms. Czaplinska.
LEAP's first meeting is this coming Wednesday, during both lunches, in the Lecture Hall. Come at the start of lunch for 15 minutes and learn about all the possibilities for you to get involved in.
Hello ACS Knitting Club. Our first meeting of the year will take place this Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in Portable 17. Can't wait to catch up and crochet together. New members welcome. Email Mrs. Cameron. Hope to see you then!
Hello Drivers. Please register your vehicle as soon as possible and pick up your temporary parking pass. Once the passes arrive, you may exchange your temporary pass with your permanent pass. If you have any questions, please come to the office and we will assist you.
A reminder to all volunteers who helped with the grade 9 "We Are Lions" orientation-- please return your pink shirts to TLC and cross your name off the list before the end of the week.
Have you picked up your fundraising chocolates from Madame Rodger? If you would like to go on the trip to Quebec and want to fundraise, please see Mme. Rodger in the foods room for details or check out the D2L page. Spaces are limited so get your permission forms in quickly!
Attention grade 12 students! University and College Reps visits begin tomorrow. Sign-up NOW using the calendar on the right of the screen on the Gr 12 guidance Brightspace page. To sign up, please click on the event and a link for registration will be found in the description. On Tuesday, Sept 19th, visiting our school is Fanshawe College @9am and Trent University @10:20am in the lecture hall. If you have any questions, please visit Student Services.
Are you looking to make the world a better place? Do you enjoy spreading kindness? Do you like making people smile? If yes, this is for you!!! Starting today, and every Monday for the next 10 weeks, you have the opportunity to select an act of kindness from our Kindness board, directly outside of the Guidance office. Please pull off a tab and complete the task. Thanks a bunch from your Kindness Squad in the Spec Ed department.
Attention all students enrolled in grades 11 and 12 French or Italian this school year: The Modern Languages Department trip to France and Italy is back! A parent information meeting will be held Thursday September 28th in the lecture hall. Any senior MLD students not on the trip D2L page - please see Madame Di Francesco or Madame McCulloch. Merci / Grazie.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Chicken Alfredo served on Rotini with Garlic Toast for $6.00. Freezies and sundaes are available for $1.50. Have an awesome day, Lions!
Thursday, September 14th, 2023
Attention Lions! Spirit wear orders are ready to be picked up! At this time, we have order numbers 475-544. Please come to the student council office on your lunch to pick up your order.
Hello Drivers. Please register your vehicle as soon as possible and pick up your temporary parking pass. Once the passes arrive, you may exchange your temporary pass with your permanent pass. If you have any questions, please come to the office and we will assist you.
There will be a boy's baseball practice today at Bill Little Park from 3:30-5:30 pm. Please let Mrs. Lytle or Ms. Robitaille know if you cannot attend.
Due to the Gr. 9 Colour Night, Senior Tennis tryouts will be cancelled. Tryouts will resume next week, seniors on Tuesday and Thursday, and juniors Monday and Wednesday.
A reminder to all volunteers who helped with the grade 9 We are Lions orientation-- please return your pink shirts to TLC and cross your name off the list before the end of the week.
The trip to Quebec's Ice Hotel and Winter Carnaval is back in full swing! See any French teacher for details. If you would like to fundraise you can start right away. See Mme. Rodger in the foods room or check the D2L page for details.
Do you find your toes tapping to a beat? Or that you can't stand still? Well, why not put your best foot forward and audition for "Footloose"? Sign up outside the drama room door for dance auditions on Tuesday, Sept. 19th. Lead role auditions must also signup on Wednesday, Sept. 20th for singing and acting. Choose only ONE of the select songs from the show and memorize a monologue of your own choosing. Any questions? Email or see Mrs. Ratelband or Mrs. Boschman for more information. Take a risk and get involved! You won't regret it!
Attention all STEM members .... and for those new to school, STEM is one of the largest clubs at Assumption, serving those interested in subjects like Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM meets once or twice a month to hear from guest speakers, participate in various workshops or to go visit scientific locations, either locally or internationally.
Mr. Page wants to inform you about FOUR important items.
1. The first STEM meeting will take place on Monday September 25th
2. Start looking for emails being sent to your school accounts with all the latest updates.
3. If interested in joining, drop by room 3005 to pick up a registration form.
4. There are still 3 spots available for the March break trip to Costa Rica & Panama. For more information, drop by room 3005 to pick up a package.
Good morning, LEAPers! Let's wake up from that summer slumber and start the new school year with an exciting writing challenge! Whether you prefer to write a short story, poem, or journal, we want to hear about your summer experiences or about your feelings of walking through the ACS halls again. It is time to get back into the writing groove and let your creative writing abilities shine! If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Czaplinska or Ms. Hynes, or check out the LEAP D2L page. Please submit your creative writing piece to the LEAP D2L page by September 29th. We are looking forward to reading your incredible work!
Factory Basketball Academy is holding tryouts for boys U15 rep team. Our next tryout is Saturday, September 16th at Cobblestone Elementary School in Paris from 2pm to 3:30pm. There is a $15 cash only tryout fee. Check us out on our Facebook, Instagram or website factorybasketballacademy.com for more information.
Today's special in the servery will be pulled pork on a bun with a small side of fries for $6.00. Freezies and sundaes are available for $1.50. Have a great weekend Lions
Wednesday, September 13th, 2023
Attention Lions! Spirit wear orders are ready to be picked up! At this time, we have order numbers 475-544. Please come to the student council office on your lunch to pick up your order.
Attention all grade 9 students. Colour Night is TOMORROW! Today is the last day to get your tickets so don't forget! For tomorrow, you will be allowed to dress down all day in your team colour. Make sure you are wearing your wristband in order to participate in the day's activities. Please remember that outfits should adhere to school dress down guidelines. Athletic footwear and waterbottles are also recommended. Looking forward to a great event!
Tennis tryouts continue this week, weather permitting. Junior tryouts will be held Wednesday this week and Senior tryouts will continue on Thursday this week. Please come to the courts with your signed permission form, proper tennis attire and a racquet if you have one. Permission forms are available outside Room 3004.
A reminder to all volunteers who helped with the grade 9 We are Lions orientation-- please return your pink shirts to TLC and cross your name off the list before the end of the week.
Did you take or are you planning to take grade 10 French last year or this year? Then you are eligible for the French trip to Quebec City. If you are not on the D2L page, send Mme. Rodger a message and get added for all of the information.
Do you find your toes tapping to a beat? Or that you can't stand still? Well, why not put your best foot forward and audition for "Footloose"? Sign up outside the drama room door for dance auditions on Tuesday, Sept. 19th. Lead role auditions must also signup on Wednesday, Sept. 20th for singing and acting. Choose only ONE of the select songs from the show and memorize a monologue of your own choosing. Any questions? Email or see Mrs. Ratelband or Mrs. Boschman for more information. Take a risk and get involved! You won't regret it!
Thank you Lions! The food drive supporting the Salvation Army, is well under way, but the last day to help is THURSDAY of this week! Students are asked to bring in, non-expired, non-perishable food items before Thursday. Hygiene products will also be greatly appreciated. Students are asked to donate foods like; cereal, children's snacks, peanut butter, tuna, spam, canned meat and more, canned tomatoes, rice, crackers etc. Hygiene products can include; diapers, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, and soaps The top 3 classes will win a prize. 1st place will get breakfast, 2nd will get cookies, and 3rd will get TIMBITS!! Thank you for your donations and we look forward to a great collection!
Attention all STEM members .... and for those new to school, STEM is one of the largest clubs at Assumption, serving those interested in subjects like Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM meets once or twice a month to hear from guest speakers, participate in various workshops or to go visit scientific locations, either locally or internationally.
Mr. Page wants to inform you about FOUR important items.
1. The first STEM meeting will take place on Monday September 25th
2. Start looking for emails being sent to your school accounts with all the latest updates.
3. If interested in joining, drop by room 3005 to pick up a registration form.
4. There are still 3 spots available for the March break trip to Costa Rica & Panama. For more information, drop by room 3005 to pick up a package.
Good morning, LEAPers! Let's wake up from that summer slumber and start the new school year with an exciting writing challenge! Whether you prefer to write a short story, poem, or journal, we want to hear about your summer experiences or about your feelings of walking through the ACS halls again. It is time to get back into the writing groove and let your creative writing abilities shine! If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Czaplinska or Ms. Hynes, or check out the LEAP D2L page. Please submit your creative writing piece to the LEAP D2L page by September 29th. We are looking forward to reading your incredible work!
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Macaroni and Cheese with Garlic Toast for $5.25. Also available are breakfast items. Hashbrowns for $1.25 and Egg with Cheese English Muffins for $4.25 or with meat for $4.75. Sundaes and Freezies are available for $1.50. Have an awesome day Lions!
Tuesday, September 12th, 2023
The Boys Varsity Baseball team has been posted outside the male phys. ed office. Thank you to all those that tried out. Our first practice will be on Wednesday, September 13th at Bill Little Park from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
The ACS Golf Team tryouts were held yesterday afternoon at Fescues Edge Golf Club. It was an AWESOME afternoon for golf and a great time was had by all. The coaches would like to thank all of the students who tried out for the team! A list of those golfers who have qualified for the AABHN tournament will be posted outside room 3010 today. All qualifiers are expected to attend very brief meeting this Thursday after school in room 3014 to discuss the tournament which takes place next week.
Attention all STEM members .... and for those new to school, STEM is one of the largest clubs at Assumption, serving those interested in subjects like Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM meets once or twice a month to hear from guest speakers, participate in various workshops or to go visit scientific locations, either locally or internationally.
Mr. Page wants to inform you about FOUR important items.
1. The first STEM meeting will take place on Monday September 25th
2. Start looking for emails being sent to your school accounts with all the latest updates.
3. If interested in joining, drop by room 3005 to pick up a registration form.
4. There are still 3 spots available for the March break trip to Costa Rica & Panama. For more information, drop by room 3005 to pick up a package.
Hello Lions! Our first community outreach has begun, and our first food drive of the year starts today! This food drive will be supporting the Salvation Army, and we are happy to help! This food drive will run from Monday September 11th through Thursday September 14th. Students are asked to bring in , non-expired, non-perishable food items before Thursday. Hygiene products will also be greatly appreciated. Students are asked to donate foods like; cereal, children's snacks, peanut butter, tuna, spam, canned meat and more. Hygiene products can include; diapers, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, and soaps The top 3 classes will win a prize. 1st place will get breakfast, 2nd will get cookies, and 3rd will get TIMBITS!! Thank you for your donations and we look forward to a great collection!
Attention all grade 9 students. Colour Night is THIS THURSDAY! Come on out for a fun-filled evening of games, pizza, and a dance. Ticket sales for this event continue until Wednesday at lunch in the cafeteria. On the day of the event, you will be allowed to dress down in your team colour. Make sure you are wearing your wristband all day long in order to participate in the day's activities! Please remember that outfits should adhere to school dress down guidelines. Athletic footwear and waterbottles are also recommended. Looking forward to a great event! Grade 12s who signed up to volunteer, there will be a brief meeting on Tuesday at the start of lunch in the library reading room. Please see Mrs Ristov if you cannot attend.
Good morning, LEAPers! Let's wake up from that summer slumber and start the new school year with an exciting writing challenge! Whether you prefer to write a short story, poem, or journal, we want to hear about your summer experiences or about your feelings of walking through the ACS halls again. It is time to get back into the writing groove and let your creative writing abilities shine! If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Czaplinska or Ms. Hynes, or check out the LEAP D2L page. Please submit your creative writing piece to the LEAP D2L page by September 29th. We are looking forward to reading your incredible work!
The Haldimand Huskies Basketball Club is holding tryouts for U15, U16 and U19 boys rep teams for the 2023-24 Ontario Basketball League season. Tryouts take place on Sept 12th and 14th at Hagersville Secondary School. More information and athlete registration at haldimandhuskies.ca.
Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Chicken Quesadillas served with onions, grilled peppers, chicken, salsa, and mozzarella cheese for $6.25. Cheese Quesadillas are also available for $5.25 served with a side of sour cream. Remember, freezies and sundaes available for $1.50. Have an awesome day Lions.
