Morning Announcements

Today is "Team Spirit Day"! We hope you're showing off your team spirit for today's spirit week theme! A reminder that tomorrow is a PAID casual dress day, so don’t forget your toonie! 

Attention Junior Badminton players!  Please let Mr. Dyjack know by lunch if you need to take a taxi to Paris tonight.  

Attention grade 11 and 12 students: March Break is a great time to go and tour colleges and universities. Many campuses have special programming and spring open houses scheduled. Make sure to check the college and university websites for information. Happy touring!

Junior and Bantam Boys Rugby players your next practice will be Wednesday evening at 4:30pm. Please bring your mouthguards.  Senior Boys Rugby, the Weight room will be available for you Wednesday after school from 3:15pm to 4:15pm. Your next practice will be Thursday Morning at 7am.

Looking for something to do AFTER March break? Then why not support your fellow peers who are involved in the National Theatre School Drama Festival hosted by McKinnon Park and held at the Caledonia Fairgrounds? For only $10 you can see 3 one act plays! ACS performs SECOND on Thursday, March 30th. The box office opens at 5:15pm to purchase tickets, with the first show starting at 6pm. Hope to see many staff and students in the audience!

Reminder that all Junior Boys Basketball players need to return their uniforms to the male Phys Ed office. 

There will be an important meeting tomorrow during both lunchtimes for all students who are retreat leaders for the grade 9 retreats in semester two.  We will review the leader scheduling and leaders will receive retreat updates. The meeting will take place in the chapel and is mandatory for all retreat leaders.

Are you a Grade 12 graduating student that is interested in a Pre-Apprenticeship program? If you are, check out the grade 12 D2L page for information from Conestoga. They have a free program beginning in July that might work for you. 

Thank you to all those who attended our Prefect New Recruit Info Session.  If you still want to pick up an application package to join the Prefect Team, please stop by TLC on your LUNCH.  We look forward to meeting you!

Hey Lions! The Library Advisory Council is hosting a Reading Contest for the month of March. Read a book and write a book review for a chance to be one of two winners for a $25 Amazon gift card! Each review equals 1 entry into the raffle. The draw will take place on April 3rd. LEAP members can also earn one point. Don’t miss this unique opportunity! See your librarians for more details.

You want to know more about ACS' Got Talent? The panel of teacher adjudicators will decide on the top 10. The top 10 will then appear on the stage LIVE on Wednesday, April 19th to an audience who will have a chance to vote to choose the top 5. Winners will receive prizes valued at $100 and above. These prizes will compliment your chosen art form. So email Mrs. Ratelband with your talent by Friday, March 31st at midnight!

Are you looking for a community service opportunity? W Ross MacDonald is hosting the provincial finals in Goal Ball March 29th to 31st.  They are in need of several student volunteers!  For more information, please see Ms. Chagnon in student services. 

Murder. Serial Killer. Legacy. Father. Daughter.  Sound intriguing? This is what Canadian author, Kate McLocklin's White Pine nominated book “Daughter” is all about. Book Club and LEAP are excited to announce that Kate McLocklin herself will join us virtually here at ACS on Wednesday, March 22nd at 12pm in the lecture hall. Make sure to sign up beside the library doors by Tuesday March 21. This is your opportunity to ask Kate all your questions! See your Library Staff for more information.

Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Butter Chicken on Basmati Rice for $5.75.  Add a small drink for $6.50.  Please remember that coats and backpacks are not permitted in the cafeteria servery.  Coats and backpacks must remain outside.  Thank you for your support.

All STEM Olympic participants are asked to visit the third floor at the beginning of lunch TODAY as they announce the grade champions and distribute the final prizes.

Both Junior and Senior Badminton teams will have practice Monday Morning starting  at 7:15am. This will be the final practice before both teams play their first match on Tuesday. Any player that has not received their schedule is asked to please see Mr. Dyjack. 

Hey Lions!  Next week is Spirit Week! ACS Students Council has planned a Spirit Week to take us into March Break. Posters detailing the daily themes can be found around the school. Show off your school spirit by dressing to excess! Monday is "hat day". Wear your favourite hat to school along with full uniform.

The Senior Boys Rugby team will have its first practice Monday after school from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. The Junior and Bantam Boys Rugby teams will practice afterwards from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. Please make sure you bring your permission forms. 

Thank you to all those who attended our Prefect New Recruit Info Session.  If you still want to pick up an application package to join the Prefect Team, please stop by TLC on your LUNCH.  We look forward to meeting you

Are you looking for a community service opportunity? W Ross MacDonald is hosting the provincial finals in Goal Ball March 29th -31st.  They are in need of several student volunteers!  For more information, please see Ms. Chagnon in student services. 

You want to know more about ACS' Got Talent? The panel of teacher adjudicators will decide on the top 10. The top 10 will then appear on the stage LIVE on Wednesday, April 19th to an audience who will have a chance to vote to choose the top 5. Winners will receive prizes valued at $100 and above. These prizes will compliment your chosen art form. So email Mrs. Ratelband with your talent by Friday, March 31st at midnight!

Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and showing off your school spirit? Are you interested in planning and organizing school events? Are you looking to involve yourself in leadership opportunities? If so, then student council is the team for you! Applications for new members are now available in the main office and are open to all grades. The deadline to apply is  Wednesday, March 29th, so pick up yours today!

There will be a meeting for all those interested in playing on the Sr Football Team next fall.  The meeting will take place on Monday, March 6th, in the Lecture Hall during second lunch.  Students in Grade 11 wishing to attend the meeting will need permission from their period 3 teacher.

Any grade 12's interested in writing the math contest can sign up on the STEM Brightspace page, or email Mrs. Bednarz. Please do so by the end of the week. Mr. Stec will be running practice sessions on Tuesdays after school starting March 7th in Room 3011. The date of the contest is April 4th. 

Happy Friday Lions!  Today’s special in the caf will be Panzerottis for $6.00.  There will be a selection of hot mayo, garlic mayo, or marina dipping sauce.  Please remember that coats and backpacks are not permitted in the servery.  Coats and backpacks must remain outside.  Thank you for your support.

The AABHN Senior Boys Basketball championship will take place on Thursday, March 2nd at 6:00pm in the Lions Den.  Let’s cheer our Sr Lions onto victory against BCI.  GO LIONS GO!

Attention 2023 Graduates!  Valedictorian Vote 2023 will take place on Thursday, March 2nd from 9 AM to 3PM.  Grads, vote for one of the 7 candidates by accessing the Grade 12 D2L page and clinking on the link to vote.

Attention Indigenous Students!  During both lunches on March 2nd, there will be a drop-in session in the Reading Room in the Library.  This gathering is to get input on next steps for Indigenous activities and promote well-being. A light lunch is offered.

The GSA will be meeting TODAY in Room 1035 during first lunch and in the Library Reading Room during second lunch.

Attention CWAYC members and those interested in military history.  TODAY, Lieutenant-Colonel Normand Levert will be making a live, Canada wide presentation via teams. If you would like to attend the presentation, you need to sign up outside Room 1013.  The presentation will take place in the Lecture Hall from 1:00pm-2:00pm TODAY.  Please see Mrs. Flanagan in Room 1013 if you have any questions.

Attention all girl's interested in playing Varsity Rugby this spring. Our first practice has been scheduled for this Friday morning from 7:15-8:15 AM. Please come with lots of energy and be prepared to work! Permission forms are still available outside of Room 1087 and MUST be signed prior to Friday's practice. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Do you enjoy dances, coffee houses, and showing off your school spirit? Are you interested in planning and organizing school events? Are you looking to involve yourself in leadership opportunities? If so, then student council is the team for you! Applications for new members are now available in the main office and are open to all grades. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 29th, so pick up yours today!"

There will be a meeting for all those interested in playing on the Sr Football Team next fall.  The meeting will take place on Monday, March 6th, in the Lecture Hall during second lunch.  Students in Grade 11 wishing to attend the meeting will need permission from their period 3 teacher.

Any grade 12's interested in writing the math contest can sign up on the STEM Brightspace page, or email Mrs. Bednarz. Please do so by the end of the week. Mr. Stec will be running practice sessions on Tuesdays after school starting March 7th in Room 3011. The date of the contest is April 4th. 

Attention to all students attending Post Secondary School in the Fall - A few reminders:
1. Keep an eye on your junk mail for scholarship and bursary opportunities being sent directly from the Colleges and Universities that you have applied to.  
2. Check the Scholarship and Bursary Chart on D2L regularly for links and information about financial opportunities.
3. Ask your parents, guardians, and employers for scholarship opportunities.
Good Luck in planning your academic and financial futures.

Hey Lions!  Our Prefect Program is recruiting new team members and we’re looking for you!  If you’d like to learn more about Prefect, what we do, and how to join, stop by the LECTURE HALL on Thurs. March 2 during your lunch.  Don't forget to bring your lunch and a friend while attending our mandatory information session and to pick up an application to join.  Applications are limited, so don’t delay.  We look forward to meeting you on THURSDAY in the LECTURE HALL during your LUNCH.

Are you talented? Well then sign up for "ACS' Got Talent" today! We're looking for fine artists, actors, comedians, dancers, instrumentalists, singers, film makers, magicians and more! Email a video of your talent to Mrs. Ratelband by the due date - Friday, March 31st by midnight. Please ensure your artistic choices such as music, costuming, theme, language etc. reflect the moral tone of ACS. 

Welcome to March – Spring is on its way!  Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Mac and Cheese with Garlic Bread for $5.00.  Add a small chocolate milk or Jet Juice for $6.75.  Have a great day Lions!

The Black History Month assembly and "Throwback 2000s" Casual Dress Day will be held on Tuesday, February 28th.  The assembly will occur during period 1.  Staff and students are encouraged to wear clothing from the early 2000s.  This is a free Casual Dress Day. 

Attention current grade 10 students. Are you interested in signing up for a Secondary High Skill Major next year? ACS offers SHSM programs in: Arts, Health Care, Business, Manufacturing, Computers, and Automotive.   If you think this might be right for you please come to the Lecture Hall at 1pm today for a quick SHSM meeting. Again, this is for current grade 10 students that are interested in a SHSM program next year. See you in the lecture hall at the start of your lunch!

Any grade 12's interested in writing the math contest can sign up on the STEM Brightspace page, or email Mrs. Bednarz. Please do so by the end of the week. Mr. Stec will be running practice sessions on Tuesdays after school starting March 7th in Room 3011. The date of the contest is April 4th. 

Attention all girls interested in joining this year's Varsity Rugby Team. Permission forms are now available for pickup outside of Room 1087. Our practices will begin this week so make sure you are listening to announcements for dates and times. 

STEM Olympics will start on Monday Feb 27th and run until March 2nd, during both lunches. Teams of students (max 4) from each grade compete against their peers in four consecutive events. There will be prizes for each daily winner as well as the crowning champions.

There will be a meeting for all those interested in playing on the Sr Football Team next fall.  The meeting will take place on Monday, March 6th, in the Lecture Hall during second lunch.  Students in Grade 11 wishing to attend the meeting will need permission from their period 3 teacher.

Attention CWAYC members and those interested in military history.  On Wednesday March 1st, Lieutenant-Colonel Normand Levert will be making a live, Canada wide presentation via teams.  "Lieutenant-Colonel Levert served with the Royal Canadian Engineers for more than 30 years specializing in demining and advised on antipersonnel landmine stock destruction."  He will share his experiences and answer student questions.  The presentation will be bilingual.  If you would like to attend the presentation, you need to sign up outside Room 1013.  The presentation will take place in the Lecture Hall from 1:00pm-2:00pm on March 1st.  Please see Mrs. Flanagan in 1013 if you have any questions.

Hey Lions!  Our Prefect Program is recruiting new team members and we’re looking for you!  If you’d like to learn more about Prefect, what we do, and how to join, stop by the LECTURE HALL on Thurs. March 2 during your lunch.  Don't forget to bring your lunch and a friend while attending our mandatory information session and to pick up an application to join.  Applications are limited, so don’t delay.  We look forward to meeting you on THURSDAY in the LECTURE HALL during your LUNCH.

Are you talented? Well then sign up for "ACS' Got Talent" today! We're looking for fine artists, actors, comedians, dancers, instrumentalists, singers, film makers, magicians and more! Email a video of your talent to Mrs. Ratelband by the due date - Friday, March 31st by midnight. Please ensure your artistic choices such as music, costuming, theme, language etc. reflect the moral tone of ACS. 

A special contest for all students is happening right now in the Library. It's called Blind Date With A Book! For the rest of February come to the Library and unwrap a book and create a Poem using the book you selected. The best poem will win an Amazon gift certificate. Rush to the library today before all the Blind Date Books are gone. LEAP members who enter the contest will receive a LEAP point. Contest closes March 1st.

Happy Monday Lions!  Today’s special in the cafeteria will be Chicken Alfredo with Garlic Bread for $5.00.  Add a small drink for $6.75.