Morning Announcements

Happy Catholic Education Week, Lions!

May 5th has been commemorated as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Across the nation, we are called upon to wear red to acknowledge thousands of young women and girls who go missing each year. Students may replace their uniform tops with a red shirt TODAY.

Attention all girls trying out for the Fast Pitch team. There is a tryout TODAY at 3:30pm at Lions Park.  

Could the Cheerleading team please see Mrs. Kandilas in portable 5 at the end of the day for a quick meeting!

There will be a brief, 10-minute meeting for any students interested in trying out for Junior or Senior Girls volleyball next year. We will meet at the beginning of both lunches in the lecture hall on TODAY.  If you aren’t able to attend the meeting in the lecture hall TODAY, please email Mr. Bender to let him know.

This message is to all students who applied to become an ACS Prefect.  Please check your school email.  There is a mandatory meeting scheduled for all new Prefects who were successful in joining our team on TODAY in the Library over your lunch.  We look forward to meeting you soon.

Members of the boys baseball team should be excused from class at 9:40 this morning and are expected to be at Bill Little Diamond by 10 am to prepare for our 1st game today against Paris District High. Players are reminded to bring a light lunch as there won't be much time between games today. Players should also be aware that tomorrow's game against Mackinnon Park at George Henry Diamond will now be played at 1 pm. Players should leave for the park after the end of period 2 tomorrow. 

A reminder that any students or family members who have moved to Canada in the last ten years are invited to the Newcomer Family Dinner and Social tonight in the cafeteria beginning at 5:00 until 6:30.  This is a great way to learn more about the community and connect with others.  The first fifty families will receive a twenty five dollar gift card and there will be food and prize opportunities for everyone.  See you there.

The Prom Committee meeting will be held on FRIDAY, MAY 6th during second lunch in room 1009. 

Tennis season has begun again.  Junior and Senior practices will be held every day after school weather permitting.  See you there!

A small group of students from the grade 12 social justice class wants to share this amazing learning opportunity with you. This group calls themselves ‘Nova Initiative’ and designed a bulletin board filled with information about their project outside the office to help support Nova Vita. This board shares information about Nova Vita, Nova Initiative, and how you can help! Be sure to check out this board and grab a pamphlet anytime between today Monday May 2 to Friday May 6th.

As part of a social justice initiative we are asking all Lions to come out and Support the Six Nations Youth Lodge this Friday by dropping by the cafeteria during the Grade 9 and 11 lunch to purchase hand made beaded bracelets for $4 each. All monies will go towards making backpacks for the kids at the Lodge.

ACS student council has some very exciting news to share! After nearly two years we are finally able to host a school dance. Glow dance will be taking place on Thursday, May 12th from 6-9pm. Advance tickets are $7 each and can be purchased on school cash online or in person every day at lunch in the cafeteria. If payment is made online, please bring your receipt to the table in the cafeteria to receive your ticket. Guest tickets must be purchased in person, and the final day to sign in guests will be Monday, May 9th. Limited tickets for ACS students may be sold at the door for $14, but we are expecting this to be a popular event so get your tickets early if you want to avoid disappointment!

Hey Lions, don't know what to get your mom for Mother's Day this year? Don't worry, the social justice team has you covered. From May 4th- May 6th we are selling Mother's Day sweets at the back of the cafe. All the proceeds are going to Ronald McDonald house in Hamilton.  Don't forget the special females in your life this year. See you there! 

Attention all athletes and coaches, you don't want to miss this!! The Annual ACS Athletic Banquet is back! This is a special night where we honour our athletes, MVP's and Athletes of the Year. It takes place on Wednesday June 8th in our cafeteria. Dinner is provided and catered by Mercasa and there are many door prizes to be won! Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are available for $20 in the female phys. ed. office. Get your ticket before they sell out!!!!

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 all females ages 14-18!  Are you interested in a career in the fire service including firefighting, dispatch, and fire prevention? CAMP PHOENIX is providing a unique opportunity for females ages 14-18 years old to experience what is it is like to be a firefighter.  You will experience hands on training in fire suppression, search and rescue, auto extrication, first aid and more! This camp is NO charge and takes place at Cainsville Station on 27 Ewart Ave on MAY 5th at 6-8pm.  Please look for flyers around the school for additional information.

The lunch special for TODAY is Cheese Quesadilla for $4.75.

Happy Catholic Education Week Lions!

Attention all vocal ensemble members - please remember that we resume rehearsals for TONIGHT, Tuesday, May 3rd from 3pm to 4pm in the music room.  See you then!

Attention all girls trying out for the fast pitch team. Today's tryout is weather pending. The location of practice may also be moved so please swing by the female phys Ed office at the end of the day. 

Attention all Track and Field Athletes.  Tomorrow, Wednesday May 4th is our first Track and Field meet beginning at 9am at PJ.  If you have not already confirmed your commitment to compete, or still require a permission form and schedule for the day, you need to see Mr. P immediately following this morning’s announcements.  All students that qualified for the events they signed up for have been entered into the meet for Wednesday. We need to verify your commitment to participate and arrange transportation if needed. Be sure to see Mr. P in the gym right after morning announcements. Practice is after school today, weather permitting!

Grade 12 students!  Remember to sign up for your grad retreat taking place on May 31st at Camp Marydale. The cost is $25. You MUST register by May 16th at the chaplain's office and pick up your permission form. 

This is a reminder that our Knitting Club is meeting this Wednesday from 3:15pm-4:15pm in Portable 17. 

There will be a brief, 10-minute meeting for any students interested in trying out for Junior or Senior Girls volleyball next year. We will meet at the beginning of both lunches in the lecture hall on Thursday, May 5th.  If you aren’t able to attend the meeting in the lecture hall on May 5th, please email Mr. Bender to let him know.

A small group of students from the grade 12 social justice class wants to share this amazing learning opportunity with you. This group calls themselves ‘Nova Initiative’ and designed a bulletin board filled with information about their project outside the office to help support Nova Vita. This board shares information about Nova Vita, Nova Initiative, and how you can help! Be sure to check out this board and grab a pamphlet anytime between today Monday May 2 to Friday May 6th.

As part of a social justice initiative we are asking all Lions to come out and Support the Six Nations Youth Lodge this Friday by dropping by the cafeteria during the Grade 9 and 11 lunch to purchase hand made beaded bracelets for $4 each. All monies will go towards making backpacks for the kids at the Lodge.

ACS student council has some very exciting news to share! After nearly two years we are finally able to host a school dance. Glow dance will be taking place on Thursday, May 12th from 6-9pm. Advance tickets are $7 each and can be purchased on school cash online or in person every day at lunch in the cafeteria. If payment is made online, please bring your receipt to the table in the cafeteria to receive your ticket. Guest tickets must be purchased in person, and the final day to sign in guests will be Monday, May 9th. Limited tickets for ACS students may be sold at the door for $14, but we are expecting this to be a popular event so get your tickets early if you want to avoid disappointment!

Hey Lions, don't know what to get your mom for Mother's Day this year? Don't worry, the social justice team has you covered. From May 4th- May 6th we are selling Mother's Day sweets at the back of the cafe. All the proceeds are going to Ronald McDonald house in Hamilton.  Don't forget the special females in your life this year. See you there! 

Attention all athletes and coaches, you don't want to miss this!! The Annual ACS Athletic Banquet is back! This is a special night where we honour our athletes, MVP's and Athletes of the Year. It takes place on Wednesday June 8th in our cafeteria. Dinner is provided and catered by Mercasa and there are many door prizes to be won! Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are available for $20 in the female phys. ed. office. Get your ticket before they sell out!!!!

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 all females ages 14-18!  Are you interested in a career in the fire service including firefighting, dispatch, and fire prevention? CAMP PHOENIX is providing a unique opportunity for females ages 14-18 years old to experience what is it is like to be a firefighter.  You will experience hands on training in fire suppression, search and rescue, auto extrication, first aid and more! This camp is NO charge and takes place at Cainsville Station on 27 Ewart Ave on MAY 5th at 6-8pm.  Please look for flyers around the school for additional information.

STEM Road Trip is a go for May 20th! Permission Forms can be picked up in Room 3005.

Attention all girls interested in trying out for the Fastpitch team. Please come to the gym at the very beginning of first lunch for a brief meeting TODAY. Tryouts are Tuesday and Wednesday at 3:15pm at Lions Park. 

On Tuesday May 3rd, our ACS senior French students have the opportunity to participate in the DELF.  This certification involves an oral interview as well as tests in reading, writing and listening comprehension. Successful students will receive an official DELF DIPLOMA which is recognized internationally and is a testimony to the candidate's accomplishments in obtaining proficiency in French.  We wish our ACS DELF TEAM “Bonne chance et Bon Courage”!  

There will be a brief, 10-minute meeting for any students interested in trying out for Junior or Senior Girls volleyball next year. We will meet at the beginning of both lunches in the lecture hall on Thursday, May 5th.  If you aren’t able to attend the meeting in the lecture hall on May 5th, please email Mr. Bender to let him know.

Attention members of the Boys Baseball team. The final roster has been posted on the bulletin board outside the male phys ed office. Coaches Viera and Annear would like to thank all the boys that tried out for the team. A Boys Baseball course shell has been installed on Brightspace for players to view our season schedule and receive updates. We will be having a batting practice on Monday after school. The location of the practice will be determined over the weekend and indicated on Monday morning's announcements.  Players are reminded that they need to pay the activity fee and uniform fee by Monday in order to be eligible to play in our first game on Tuesday morning against Simcoe Composite. 

Hey Lions, don't know what to get your mom for Mother's Day this year? Don't worry, the social justice team has you covered. From May 4th- May 6th we are selling Mother's Day sweets at the back of the cafe. All the proceeds are going to Ronald McDonald house in Hamilton.  Don't forget the special females in your life this year. See you there! 

Attention all athletes and coaches, you don't want to miss this!! The Annual ACS Athletic Banquet is back! This is a special night where we honour our athletes, MVP's and Athletes of the Year. It takes place on Wednesday June 8th in our cafeteria. Dinner is provided and catered by Mercasa and there are many door prizes to be won! Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are available for $20 in the female phys. ed. office. Get your ticket before they sell out!!!!

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!

Grade 12 students!  Sign up for your grad retreat taking place on May 31st at Camp Marydale. Buses leave Assumption College at 9am and return by 3pm. Enjoy a day of outdoor group activities and a barbeque lunch. The cost is only $25. For more information see the poster on the bulletin board at the back of the caf  or on the door of the chaplain's office. You MUST register at the chaplain's office and pick up your permission form. 

Attention all females ages 14-18!  Are you interested in a career in the fire service including firefighting, dispatch, and fire prevention? CAMP PHOENIX is providing a unique opportunity for females ages 14-18 years old to experience what is it is like to be a firefighter.  You will experience hands on training in fire suppression, search and rescue, auto extrication, first aid and more! This camp is NO charge and takes place at Cainsville Station on 27 Ewart Ave on MAY 5th at 6-8pm.  Please look for flyers around the school for additional information.

Attention grade 12 students:  female students are encouraged to apply for the the "Canadian Federation of University Women's" for students over with over 85% average- the application is due April 29th and to be emailed to the coordinator-  email address is found on your D2L gr 12 info page. 
Also, the NEW Soroptimist Grand Erie Graduating Girls Award and the CYO Girls Basketball Scholarship, both due April 30th.  Information is found on your D2L Scholarship Chart.
Likewise, due April 29th are the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association's scholarship application and the Brant Men of Song for students going into music programs-  both to be submitted to the email provided on your D2L Gr 12 Info page Scholarship Chart.

Students with Financial need are reminded that applications for the Stedman bursary are due to Student Services by the end of the school day April 29th or online April 30th. Only students who have and had their guidance counsellor complete their part already will be accepted at this point. 

So many people want to support your educational future-  please apply!

Don't forget Lions.  The OSSLT will be written on Tuesday, April 26th and Wednesday, April 27th.  Only those students writing the OSSLT are to attend on their specified day.  Special Education classes are also running on these days.  All other students are to engage in ASYNCHRONOUS learning at home.

Due to the OSSLT, our next Sprit Wear Day has been moved from Wednesday, April 27th to Thursday, April 28th.

A reminder to Girls Rugby players that our bus to Waterford is leaving at 1:30pm this afternoon. Period 3 teachers, could you please dismiss these players at 1:20pm so they have time to gather their things before we leave. Players on lunch at that time, please watch the time so you are ready to go at 1:30pm sharp.

Attention all students who have signed up to tryout for the ACS Track and Field Team.  Next practice is today at 3:15pm.  Attendance is mandatory for those that wish to participate.  Event competitions will take place on Friday April 29 starting at 12pm.  Please check out the schedule outside the boys Phys. Ed office for the events that require a try-out.  Please speak directly to Mr. P if you have any questions.  Our first competition meet is May 4th at PJ.

There will be a quick junior boys rugby meeting in room 3028 during the grade 10 lunch to discuss transportation to the game tomorrow.

Attention members of the boys' baseball team. Due to the expected inclement weather this afternoon there will be no practice today. Players are asked to check their school email and read the information in the two emails sent by Mr. Annear this past weekend in regard to the upcoming season schedule and the practice schedule this week. Players need to respond to the email sent by Mr. Annear about whether or not we can hold a practice on Tuesday afternoon. Players should be aware that we will be practicing on Thursday after school at Lion's Park in the diamond off Gilkison St. Players should also be aware that they must pay the activity and uniform fees prior to the start of the season to be eligible to play. 

Attention all Boys Lacrosse Players.  Your next practice is tomorrow (Tuesday April 26) at 3pm.  Attendance is mandatory in order to determine our team roster.  All students wishing to be part of the Boys ACS Lacrosse team need to attend.  If you have any questions, see Mr. P in the Boy’s Phys. Ed office.

Attention Mock Trial Team! Due to the nature of the week, we will next reconvene at 3:05pm on Tuesday, May3rd in the Lecture Hall.  Stayed tuned for any updates.

Attention all past and current health care students, as well as those enrolled in the health and wellness SHSM who are on track to graduate... On May 4th and 9th there will be an experiential trip to the University of Waterloo’s Human Anatomy Lab. SHSM students are free of charge. Any health care student (not in SHSM) looking to participate must pay $20 using schoolcashonline. If interested, please see Mrs. Farrell or Mrs. McKerracher in room 2029 for permission forms. Dates will be organized based on those that are received first.  

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 all females ages 14-18!  Are you interested in a career in the fire service including firefighting, dispatch, and fire prevention? CAMP PHOENIX is providing a unique opportunity for females ages 14-18 years old to experience what is it is like to be a firefighter.  You will experience hands on training in fire suppression, search and rescue, auto extrication, first aid and more! This camp is NO charge and takes place at Cainsville Station on 27 Ewart Ave on MAY 5th at 6-8pm.  Please look for flyers around the school for additional information.

Interested in Tuition Free Programs in the Skilled Trades??? Are you a student who: 
• is graduating and not sure about what to do next? 
• looking for more “tool time" in a trade 
• Or taking a year off to decide before making a full commitment 
Conestoga College is now accepting applications for our three new tuition-free Pre-Apprenticeship Training programs that will prepare students for in-demand careers and provide a head start for those wishing to start a career in trades: General Carpenter, Welder/ Metal Fabricator and Introduction to Construction Trades (Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, and Welding).  Stop by Student Services or the Coop OYAP Office for more info.