Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Announcements
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Niizh
(neezh)
Meaning: Two
1. Girls’ Rugby will have our next practice tomorrow (Thursday, March 26th) after school. Reminder that you have to attend a certain number of practices before you are allowed to play in a game.
2. Remembrance Day of the Victims of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is a time for reflection. But it is also a time for education. Despite myths to the contrary, enslaved Africans enriched the Americas not just through their labour but also through a transfer of vital skills and knowledge. In addition, rather than accepting their fate, they engaged in powerful acts of resistance. This year’s theme, Justice in Action, calls on the global community to confront this history with honesty and to acknowledge its enduring impact. Learn more here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/transatlantic-slave-trace
3. OSSLT update: All students who are NOT currently in Mrs. Doornbosch’s class, will be rewriting the OSSLT the morning of March 30th and 31st in room 216. There will be a “tips and tricks” session on March 25 and 26 at lunch in room 216. See you there!
4. The Chess Club will meet in Room 184 on Friday, March 27th. In April we will be running a tournament. Please let Mr. Singh know if you wish to participate.
5. Key Club will be having a meeting today at the beginning of lunch in room 313. We will be discussing our spring events. This is a great opportunity for you to earn some of your community service hours that are required for graduation, so don’t miss out! New members are always welcome! (Mrs. Hoskin)
6. Any students or staff interested in being part of a teacher/student band for Relay for Life are asked to meet Wednesday at lunch in the music room.
7. Imperial Theatre Field Trip – Students are reminded to submit their payment for the upcoming Mary Poppins Field trip to the Imperial Theatre on April 16th. $40 can be paid online or in cash, given directly to Ms. Bernardi. If any students are still interested in attending the trip, please see Ms. Bernard in Room 161 for a permission form.
8. Attention all those interested in attending the school trip to Japan. As of March 27th, prices are NO LONGER guaranteed! Our current price is set for adjustment after this date. Given that global travel is assumed to rise significantly with all the events going on – if you’re interested, you should sign up ASAP.
9. Jr. Boys’ Rugby practice starts this Tuesday. Dress warm and meet outside the boys’ changeroom at 2:30.
10. TRACK AND FIELD – As promised Eagles Track is back again Wednesday, that’s in one day March 25th is the first night to begin our pre-season workouts. Sign ups are posted outside the boys and girls phys-ed office. We have an event for everyone. There will be an information meeting today in the gymnasium at the beginning of lunch for those interested. If you’re interested bring a friend. (Mr. Willemse)
11. Girls’ Soccer – Attention all girls’ soccer players, the 4 time defending LKSSAA champions will be beginning practices this week starting Wednesday and Thursday after school on the back field. New players are welcome to come out and play. Please dress for the weather and bring your cleats. There will also be a sign up sheet outside the girls’ Phys. Ed office for all interested players to fill out. Please see Mr. Wilson if you have any questions.
12. Jazz Band will not have rehearsal on Tuesday this week. We will practice on Thursday at lunch. Concert Band will continue with after school practices on Wednesday.
13. Are you interested in playing Rocket League competitively against other schools? Then please come to the library at the beginning of lunch today in the Fishbowl for a brief meeting. New and previous players are welcome.
Important Dates:
-Badminton Tournament: March 25th & 26th
-Special Olympics Bocci Tournament: March 30th
-Literacy Test Writing: March 30th & 31st
-Blue Jays Game: April 1st