Thursday, October 19, 2017
Are you interested in volunteering at the SJC Fundraiser this Saturday? Student volunteers are needed for the night of the Elimination Draw this Saturday, October 21st. There will be a short meeting today at the beginning of junior lunch in room 209. Seniors, please ask your period 3 teachers if you can come. See Ms. Carrieri or Ms. Cupoli if you cannot attend this important meeting.
High school students who want to expand their knowledge of another language and culture are invited to apply to Rotary International’s Youth Exchange Program, sponsored by our two local Rotary Clubs: Rotary Club of Brantford and Rotary Club of Brantford – Sunrise. This program is an opportunity for all students that will be between 15 and 18 years old in August 2018 that are currently attending high school in Brantford or Paris. Students may choose a long-term exchange (one year), departing in the summer of 2018 or a short-term exchange (six to eight weeks) also in the summer of 2018. There will be a Rotary Youth Exchange information meeting here at the school today in the Divine Mercy Room at 12:00 pm.
Attention all students interested in coming to the first meeting of Le Club Francais. The meeting will take place in Room 210 tomorrow-Friday, October 20th during both lunches. Our guest speaker is Alexandra Rodriguez who will be talking to us about her immersion learning experience this past summer in Quebec. Please sign up outside Room 210 so that arrangements can be made based on the number of people attending. Venez au Club Francais.
Student volunteers are needed for an event at the Burford Agriculture Hall this weekend. You could earn up to 25 hours. You will be required Friday, October 20th from after school to 9 p.m. and Saturday, October 21st from from 9 a.m. to midnight. You will be required to assist with decorations, food preparation, clean up, washing dishes and organizing on both Friday and Saturday. This will be a fun event and meals are provided. Volunteers are responsible for transportation. If you are interested see Mrs. Bissonnette in Student Services.
Attention all students traveling to France and Italy over the March Break with Madame D’Eramo. Please pick up information in room 210 regarding your next payment which is due by October 31st.
Listen up St. John’s. Are you concerned about our ever-increasing ecological footprint? Do you have dreams to one day create a carbon-neutral planet? Then maybe the Eco-team is for you! That’s right, you heard correctly. St. John’s is starting an Eco-team. If you are interested in being a member of the Eco-team this year, please attend a brief, but important meeting at the beginning of junior and senior lunch in room 110 today. Please see Mr. Beaudin, Mr. Yakymyshyn or Mr. Petrella (the science and math one) if you cannot attend.
Anyone still interested in the Power lifting Club, please see Mr. Pomponio for a permission form. Next practice is Monday, October 23rd.
Congratulations to the St. John’s College tennis team who ended their season this week. Ethan M,placed 1st in the Boys Singles division and the Junior team placed 4th overall. The senior team placed 3rd overall and was led by Sam H. and Romeo B., who place 3rd in Boys Doubles. Thanks to everyone who participated for a great season.
