Wednesday, February 26, 2020

• The Lottery: Rehearsal today is afterschool from 2:30 to 4:00. This is for the full cast in the Third Wing Auditorium. See you there! Please bring all your permission forms and money for the NTS Drama Festival to Ms. Tauro as soon as possible.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec v.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Izaac LM.'s is The Weekend and Ruby W.'s favourite is Distorted. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Off the Wall Art Show: Hey Bucs! Find some time to go to the Off the Wall Art Show highlighting the work of BUCS students: Mike C., Eve C., Leighton D., Meagan F., Madalyn G., Grace H., Trinity J., Nick M., Izzy S. and Alec v.. This amazing exhibit is in the atrium of the Education Centre located at 191 Carlton Street in St. Catharines.

   

• Not the Sears: The National Theatre School Drama Festival will be taking place this weekend, February 28th to March 1st. BDSS will be performing opening night, Feb. 28th between Eden High School and Stamford Collegiate starting at 6 to 8:30. The public adjudication will take place after the last performance. The cost is pay what you can as a donation for the festival. Hope to see you there!

   

• Did you wear pink today?The Me to We Committee will be giving students who are wearing pink a FREE ice cream float. Come on down to the small gym at lunch and get your free pink float for your support in an anti-bullying world.

   

• Boys Hockey: The boys hockey team faced off against E.L. Crossley yesterday in their championship game. The Bucs battled hard all game long and showed a lot of heart, but ultimately lost by a final score of 6-4. Mr. Ribeiro, Ms. Perri, and Mr. Zamparo would like to thank each and every one of the boys for their hard work and dedication this season, and for representing the Bucs with such pride.

 

• Attention all GPP Leadership and Peer Support Students:

   

  This is Week 4! Remember to submit all Weekly Logs, Assignments, and Reflection #1 to Mrs. Arkell in Guidance by the end of this week, Feb. 28th.

   

• Any students who are new to the school and are looking to play school sports need to come and see Mrs. Orr to fill out a transfer form as soon as possible.

• Attention all students who have completed grade 12 French and are interested in challenging the DELF exam. Registration begins next week. Please see Mademoiselle Perri before Friday for more information.

 

• Grad Photos:  Attention Grads!!  If you missed grad photos or are in need of retakes, Edge Imaging will be here in the morning of Feb. 27.  Appointments must be booked online.  Visit www.bookmygrad.ca and use the school code BEA to book your time.  This is your last opportunity to have a grad photo taken so don’t miss out!

   

• The School Nurse will be here all day today.

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

• DSBN Special Olympics T-Shirt Design Contest:The Special Olympics Committee is once again holding their Annual T-Shirt Design contest. Students are invited to submit a design. Winning designs will be featured on volunteer t-shirts at the 2020 DSBN Special Olympics. Designs must be on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper with a maximum of 3 colours. Please include a paragraph outlining the meaning of the design. All entries must be submitted to Andy Dermatas at Ross Public School by this Friday, February 28th.

   

• The Lottery: Rehearsal today is after school from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. This is for the full cast in the Third Wing Auditorium. Please bring all permission forms and let us know if you are attending the Banquet Brunch. See you there!

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.
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• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec V.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Kayden W.'s and Colin Barker's favourite is Tory Lanez and Eve G.'s favourite is The Weekend. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Off the Wall Art Show: You're cordially invited to the DSBN Showcase, Off the Wall Art Show, opening tomorrow, Tuesday, February 25th. This showcase highlights the creative accomplishments of our Grade 9-11 Art students and includes the work of BUCS, Mike C., Eve C., Leighton D., Meagan F., Madalyn G., Grace H., Trinity J., Nick M., Izzy S. and Alec V.. There will be an opening reception from 5:00 to 6:00 PM in the atrium of the Education Centre located at 191 Carlton Street in St. Catharines. Refreshments will be served.

   

• Would the following students please meet Ms. Tauro in room 1-208 following these announcements? Mike C., Eve C., Leighton D., Meagan F., Madalyn G., Grace H., Trinity J., Nick M., Izzy S. and Alec V.

   

• HEY BUCS!!! Don’t forget to sign up for the Badminton Team.Sign up sheets are located outside of Mrs. Badawey’s Office in Student Success and Mrs. Bardoel’s class room 3109.Tryouts begin Monday, March 2^nd from 2:30 to 3:30 pm in the large gym.

   

• For all students who have signed up for IMPACT, do not forget there will be a session this evening.

 

• Attention all students who have completed grade 12 French and are interested in challenging the DELF exam. Registration begins next week. Please see Mademoiselle Perri before Friday for more information.

   

• Any students who are new to the school and are looking to play school sports need to come and see Mrs. Orr to fill out a transfer form as soon as possible.

   

• Robotics and Coding Clubs meet after school today in 3-209 with Mr. Elgersma.

 

• Grad Photos:  Attention Grads!!  If you missed grad photos or are in need of retakes, Edge Imaging will be here in the morning of Feb. 27.  Appointments must be booked online.  Visit www.bookmygrad.ca and use the school code BEA to book your time.  This is your last opportunity to have a grad photo taken so don’t miss out!

   

• Tomorrow is Pink Shirt Day and if you are wearing pink, you can get a pink float in the small gym tomorrow at lunch.So, wear a pink Tshirt in support or any pink clothing items!Tomorrow in the small gym at lunch.

   

• The Me to We Club will be meeting today in the library at lunch. We have to get ready for Pink Shirt Day tomorrow!

   

• The School Nurse will be here this afternoon.

Monday, February 24, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• Tanya Talaga Speaking Series: The next community event in partnership with Kakekalanicks will beMarch 30th, from 4:00-6:00 pm., in Tanya Talaga's last installment for the series. Please note that the location is the Scotiabank Center, 6185 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls. For more information, check out the FYI Boards. This event is open to the public. Teachers please register in PD Place.

   

• DSBN Special Olympics T-Shirt Design Contest:The Special Olympics Committee is once again holding their annual t-shirt design contest. Students are invited to submit a design. Winning designs will be featured on volunteer t-shirts at the 2020 DSBN Special Olympics. Designs must be on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper with a maximum of 3 colours. Please include a paragraph outlining the meaning of the design. All entries must be submitted to Andy Dermatas at Ross Public School by this Friday, February 28th.

   

• The Lottery: Rehearsal today is at lunch from 11:25 to 12:10. This is for the full cast in the Third Wing Auditorium. See you there!

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec V.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Kayden W.'s and Colin B.'s favourite is Tory Lanez and Eve G.'s favourite is The Weekend. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Off the Wall Art Show: You're cordially invited to the DSBN Showcase, Off the Wall Art Show, opening tomorrow, Tuesday, February 25th. This showcase highlights the creative accomplishments of our Grade 9-11 Art students and includes the work of BUCS, Mike C., Eve C., Leighton D., Meagan F., Madalyn G., Grace H., Trinity J., Nick M., Izzy S. and Alec V.. There will be an opening reception from 5:00 to 6:00 PM in the atrium of the Education Centre located at 191 Carlton Street in St. Catharines. Refreshments will be served.

 

• Grad Photos:  Attention Grads!!  If you missed grad photos or are in need of retakes, Edge Imaging will be here in the morning of Feb. 27.  Appointments must be booked online.  Visit www.bookmygrad.ca and use the school code BEA to book your time.  This is your last opportunity to have a grad photo taken so don’t miss out!

   

• Attention all students who have completed grade 12 French. If you are interested in challenging the DELF Exam this semester, please visit Mademoiselle Perri's room today at the beginning of lunch for a brief but very important meeting.

   

• The Library is closed today except for the classes that have already booked.

   

• Hey BUCS! If you’re interested in trying out for the Badminton Team this year, please sign up outside Mrs. Badawey’s Office for Mrs. Bardoel’s room.We begin tryouts on Monday, March 2^nd from 2:30 to 3:30 pm in the Large Gym.

Thursday, February 20, 2020

• The Lottery: Some of you are being signed out for 2nd and 3rd periods to move the set. There is a full cast rehearsal at lunch in the 3rd Wing Auditorium. That's the FULL CAST from 11:25 to 12:10 on stage at the 3rd Wing Auditorium. Be there!

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec V.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Betsy T.'s favourite is Distorted and Izzy C.'s favourite is Juice World Tribute. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Robotics and Coding Clubs meet today at lunch in 3-209 with Mr. Elgersma.

   

• Boys Hockey: A big congratulations goes out to the boys hockey team, who won their playoff semi-finals game in convincing fashion, defeating Centennial 5-0. Jason T. was outstanding in net, making a number of highlight reel saves for the Bucs. Nate K. led the way with a goal and an assist, and Blake S. chipped in two assists. The boys will be playing in the championship game next week. Way to go Bucs!

   

• Grad Photos:  Attention Grads!!  If you missed grad photos or are in need of retakes, Edge Imaging will be here in the morning of Feb. 27.  Appointments must be booked online.  Visit www.bookmygrad.ca and use the school code BEA to book your time.  This is your last opportunity to have a grad photo taken so don’t miss out!

   

• School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207.

  New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.

   

• Niagara Region Public Health’s Dental Program visits your school to provide dental screening.

   

  Your assigned screening date and time for BDSS is today:   Thursday February 20th, 2020 from 8:30am – 12:00pm in the TTR

   

  Do you have tooth pain, bleeding gums, cavities, oral piercings or issues with wisdom teeth? 

   

  A registered dental hygienist from Public Health will be visiting your high school to provide free dental advice and screening.  Students 17 years and under may qualify for free dental services such as cleanings, removal of wisdom teeth or emergency dental issues.  Find out if you are eligible!

   

  If you are not available on this date, don’t worry! For more information, please speak to your school nurse, or call Niagara Region Public Health Dental Line at 905-688-8248, ext. 7399.

   

• Girls Rugby has Conditioning today after school.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

• DSBN Special Olympics T-Shirt Design Contest:The Special Olympics Committee is once again holding their annual t-shirt design contest. Students are invited to submit a design. Winning designs will be featured on volunteer t-shirts at the 2020 DSBN Special Olympics. Designs must be on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper with a maximum of 3 colours. Please include a paragraph outlining the meaning of the design. All entries must be submitted to Andy Dermatas at Ross Public School by Friday, February 28th.

   

• The Lottery: There is a full cast rehearsal and costume check after school today. That's the FULL CAST in the Drama Room after school today!

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec V.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Samantha P., Evan R. and Izzy S.'s favourite is Distorted and Bre W. and Allie C.'s favourite is Tory Lanez. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Niagara Region Public Health’s Dental Program visits your school to provide dental screening.

 

Your assigned screening date and time for BDSS is on:   Thursday February 20th, 2020 from 8:30am – 12:00pm in the TTR

 

Do you have tooth pain, bleeding gums, cavities, oral piercings or issues with wisdom teeth? 

 

A registered dental hygienist from Public Health will be visiting your high school to provide free dental advice and screening.  Students 17 years and under may qualify for free dental services such as cleanings, removal of wisdom teeth or emergency dental issues.  Find out if you are eligible!

 

If you are not available on this date, don’t worry! For more information, please speak to your school nurse, or call Niagara Region Public Health Dental Line at 905-688-8248, ext. 7399.

 

• The School Nurse will be here all day today.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• Tanya Talaga Speaking Series: Please join us for a community event in partnership with Kakekalanicks. Tanya Talaga will be speaking today, February 18th, from 4:00-6:00 pm., in her third installment. Please note that the location is the Scotiabank Center, 6185 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls. For more information, check out the FYI Boards. This even is open to the public. Teachers please register in PD Place.

   

• DSBN Special Olympics T-Shirt Design Contest:The Special Olympics Committee is once again holding their annual t-shirt design contest. Students are invited to submit a design. Winning designs will be featured on volunteer t-shirts at the 2020 DSBN Special Olympics. Designs must be on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper with a maximum of 3 colours. Please include a paragraph outlining the meaning of the design. All entries must be submitted to Andy Dermatas at Ross Public School by Friday, February 28th.

   

• The Lottery: Please check your rehearsal schedules and make sure you attend all rehearsals.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Semester One Art Classes: If you would like to send your work to the Board Office for the Off the Wall Art Exhibit. Work needs to be in by tomorrow, February 19th so please bring your work to Ms. Tauro or to Mrs. McNeil.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec V.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Jason T.'s favourite is Rue and Wyatt M. and Colton P.'s favourite is Penny Wise. Which one is your favourite?

 

• SCOREKEEPERS for TONIGHT. There are final volleyball games here tonight and we need score keepers for three games.Please see Mrs. Niemi asap if you can stay to help tonight and get community service hours for score keeping or lines.

   

• The School Nurse will be this afternoon.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

• DSBN Special Olympics Save the Date & T-Shirt Design Contest:Save the date. This year's DSBN Special Olympics will take place on June 10th, 2020 at Welland Centennial Secondary School. The Special Olympics Committee is once again holding their annual t-shirt design contest. Students are invited to submit a design. Winning designs will be featured on volunteer t-shirts at the 2020 DSBN Special Olympics. Designs must be on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper with a maximum of 3 colours. Please include a paragraph outlining the meaning of the design. All entries must be submitted to Andy Dermatas at Ross Public School by Friday, February 28th.

   

• The Lottery: Please check your rehearsal schedules and make sure you attend all rehearsals.

   

• Semester One Art Classes: If you would like to send your work to the Board Office for the Off the Wall Art Exhibit, your work needs to be in by February 19th to Ms. Tauro or to Mrs. McNeil. We can only take 10 pieces of work.

   

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V.. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Mrs. Chun's and Matt S.'s favourite is JuiceWorld Tribute and Wyatt M.'s is Pennywise. Which one is your favourite?

   

• 2020 Indigenous Student Awards Program: The RBC Indigenous Student Awards program assists Indigenous students to complete post secondary education. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply and receive up to $4000 per academic year. For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2020.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Dodgeball:If you are interested in playing Dodgeball, there is a sign up sheet by the Large Gym.Please sign up before Wednesday, February 19^th. Dodgeball will be starting on Thursday, February 20^th.

   

• There will be Valentine’s Day “Minute to win it” games in the cafeteria today at lunch.Bring a friend and win some prizes!

 

• This is a reminder for ALL students who may have received a yellow letter in the mail indicating that they still require vaccines before the suspension date of March 24th, 2020.

   

  There is a vaccine clinic is today here at BDSS in the Library to offer vaccines that you are missing.  If you have already received your vaccine since receiving the yellow letter, please bring the yellow letter with you to review with a Public Health Nurse!

   

• Coding Club and Robotics Club meet today at lunch and after school in room 3-209.

   

• The School Nurse will be here all day.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Semester One Art Classes: If you would like to send your work to the Board Office for the Off the Wall Art Exhibit. Work needs to be in by February 19th so please bring your work to Ms. Tauro or to Mrs. McNeil.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to check out Alec v.'s work? Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Jesse S.'s favourite is Juice World Tribute and Ally S.'s is Penny Wise. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Comics for Grades: You've just received your Semester One report cards and Comics for Grades invites your to bring in your report card and they'll give you a free comic book for every subject that earned an "A". This offer is good until March 31st. It's as easy as ABC. No report card is ever turned away. All kids leave with comics. Check it out at www.comicsforgrades.com.

   

• 2020 Indigenous Student Awards Program: The RBC Indigenous Student Awards program was launched in 1992 to assist Indigenous students to complete post secondary education and provide an opportunity. This scholarship is intended to support Indigenous students. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply and receive up to $4000 per academic year for educational and living expenses for 2 to 4 years. For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2020.

 

• This is a reminder for all students who may have received a yellow letter in the mail indicating that they still require vaccines before the suspension date of March 24^th, 2020.

   

  There will be a vaccine clinic being held here at BDSS on Wednesday, February 12^th in the Library to offer vaccines that you are missing.  If you have already received your vaccine since receiving the yellow letter, please bring the yellow letter with you on Wednesday, February 12^th to review with a Public Health Nurse!

   

• Girls Rugby:Conditioning starts tonight at 2:30. Meet in Mr. Browns’ room.

   

• Coding Club and Robotics Club meet today at lunch and after school in room 3-209.

   

• The School Nurse will be here this afternoon.

Monday, February 10, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

 

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

 

• District 22 Art Contest:  There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

 

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

 

• The Lottery: Please check your rehearsal schedules and make sure you attend all rehearsals.

 

• Semester One Art Classes: If you would like to send your work to the Board Office for the Off the Wall Art Exhibit. Work needs to be in by February 19th so please bring your work to Ms. Tauro or to Mrs. McNeil.

 

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Claire L.'s favourites are Pennywise and JuiceWorld and Jacob P.'s is Tory Lanez. Which one is your favourite?

 

• Comics for Grades: You've just received your Semester One report cards and Comics for Grades invites your to bring in your report card and they'll give you a free comic book for every subject that earned an "A". This offer is good until March 31st. It's as easy as ABC. No report card is ever turned away. All kids leave with comics. Check it out at www.comicsforgrades.com.

 

• 2020 Indigenous Student Awards Program: The RBC Indigenous Student Awards program was launched in 1992 to assist Indigenous students to complete post secondary education and provide an opportunity. This scholarship is intended to support Indigenous students. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply and receive up to $4000 per academic year for educational and living expenses for 2 to 4 years. For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2020.

 

• Today, the Me to We Club will be meeting in the library seminar room.

 

• The Video Club is also meeting in the library seminar room at lunch.

 

• If you have signed up for I READ CANADIAN, then expect to receive a treat from Ms. Lynett, today during MSIP.  Happy 15 minutes of reading!

 

• Mathletes! If you want to write the grade 9, 10 or 11 University of Waterloo Mathematics competitions, please come see Mrs. Chun before Monday, February 10 to sign up! The contest itself will run on Tuesday, February 25 at 9:00 a.m.

Friday, February 7th, 2020

• The Lottery:  After school practice for the Full Cast.  This is an “Off Book” practice.

 

• Semester One Senior Art Classes: Please pick up your work in the hallway outside of room 1-208. Anything left today WILL BE tossed. That's all senior class artists and photographers: TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO PICK UP YOUR WORK!!

 

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V.. Alec is a Grade 11 student at BDSS and hopes to be a career cartoonist one day. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

 

• Comics for Grades: You've just received your Semester One report cards and Comics for Grades invites you to bring in your report card and they'll give you a free comic book for every subject that earned an "A". This offer is good until March 31st. It's as easy as ABC. No report card is ever turned away. All kids leave with comics. Check it out at www.comicsforgrades.com.

 

• 2020 Indigenous Student Awards Program: The RBC Indigenous Student Awards program was launched in 1992 to assist Indigenous students to complete post secondary education and provide an opportunity. This scholarship is intended to support Indigenous students. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply and receive up to $4000 per academic year for educational and living expenses for 2 to 4 years. For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2020.

 

• Mathletes! If you want to write the grade 9, 10 or 11 University of Waterloo Mathematics competitions, please come see Mrs. Chun before Monday, February 10 to sign up! The contest itself will run on Tuesday, February 25 at 9:00 a.m.

 

Thursday, February 6th, 2020

• The Lottery: Rehearsal times for today is at Lunch for Full Cast (music).

• Semester One Senior Art Classes: Please pick up your work in the hallway outside of room 1-208. Anything left will be tossed on Friday. That's all senior class artists and photographers: PICK UP YOUR WORK!!

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V. Alec is a Grade 11 student at BDSS and hopes to be a career cartoonist one day. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that there is a Pride Alliance meeting today at lunch in room 1-208. All Pride Alliance members and their allies are invited to attend. That's Pride meeting today at lunch in room 1-208.

• Comics for Grades: You've just received your Semester One report cards and Comics for Grades invites you to bring in your report card and they'll give you a free comic book for every subject that earned an "A". This offer is good until March 31st. It's as easy as ABC. No report card is ever turned away. All kids leave with comics. Check it out at www.comicsforgrades.com.

• 2020 Indigenous Student Awards Program: The RBC Indigenous Student Awards program was launched in 1992 to assist Indigenous students to complete Post Secondary education and provide an opportunity. This scholarship is intended to support Indigenous students. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply and receive up to $4000 per academic year for educational and living expenses for 2 to 4 years. For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2020.

• Boys Hockey: The boys hockey team battled it out with E.L. Crossley yesterday, winning a close game by a final score of 6-5. The Bucs were led by Jacob and Daniel P. on defence, who both chipped in with huge goals. Troy A. added 3 points to secure the win for the Bucs. Great job boys, and good luck in your upcoming playoff games

• Girls Rugby:  Conditioning practice today has been cancelled.  We will start conditioning next Tuesday at 2:30 pm.

• Mathletes! If you want to write the grade 9, 10 or 11 University of Waterloo Mathematics competitions, please come see Mrs. Chun before Monday, February 10 to sign up! The contest itself will run on Tuesday, February 25 at 9:00 a.m.

• This is a reminder for all Senior Boys Basketball players of your game is today. You are playing at Great Lakes Christian at 3:30 pm and will be responsible for getting yourselves to the game. Mme Neudorf and Coach Tanner will meet you there. Please don't forget to ask Mrs. Niemi for a few basketballs to use in warm-ups. See you there!

• There will be a course selection assembly for grade 10 students, period 3 in the cafeteria.  Please report to your period 3 class first for attendance. Your teacher also has your credit counselling summary and some other info for you to bring to the assembly.

• School Reach: School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207.  New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.

• The Cafeteria is closed today.

Wednesday, February 5th, 2020

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: There is a lunch hour rehearsal for the cast of the lottery. Please be there!

   

• Anime Club: There is an Anime Club meeting today at lunch in room 1-208. New members are welcome. Bring your lunch and bring a friend!

   

• Semester One Senior Art Classes: Please pick up your work in the hallway outside of room 1-208. Anything left will be tossed on Friday. That's all senior class artists and photographers: PICK UP YOUR WORK!!

   

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V. Alec is a Grade 11 student at BDSS and hopes to be a career cartoonist one day. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that there is a Pride Alliance meeting tomorrow at lunch in room 1-208. All Pride Alliance members and their allies are invited to attend. That's Pride meeting tomorrow at lunch in room 1-208.

   

• Comics for Grades: You've just received your Semester One report cards and Comics for Grades invites your to bring in your report card and they'll give you a free comic book for every subject that earned an "A". This offer is good until March 31st. It's as easy as ABC. No report card is ever turned away. All kids leave with comics. Check it out at www.comicsforgrades.com.

   

• There will be an assembly today for all grade 9 students, period 3 in the cafeteria.

Students should go to class for attendance first, then come to the cafeteria.

We will be starting the course selection process for your grade 10 year, so do not miss this important assembly!

 

• Eco club meets today in Mrs. Fairbank's room, thats room 2-211! Bring your lunch, and a friend, and come brainstorm a new semester of activities to help make BDSS a greener place! See you there! New members welcome!

   

• This is a reminder for all Senior Boys Basketball players of your game on Thursday, February 6th. You are playing at Great Lakes Christian at 3:30 pm and will be responsible for getting yourselves to the game. Mme Neudorf and Coach Tanner will meet you there. Please don't forget to ask Mrs. Niemi for a few basketballs to use in warm-ups. See you there!

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020

 

• District 22 Art Contest:  There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.
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• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Art Club: All barrels are now signed for. If you would still like to help out, you may choose to join another artist. Please see Ms. Tauro if you have not yet received the expectation for the barrel design.

   

• Semester One Senior Art Class: Please pick up your  work in the hallway outside of room 1-208. Anything left will be tossed on Friday. That's all senior class artists: pick up your work!

 

• Want to rock at robotics? Check into it with Mr. Elgersma in room 3-209 at lunch today.  Never touched a robot?  No problem… newcomers are welcome!

  Coding club will be starting up next week, so sign up in room 3-209 at lunchtime today to get the details!

• Eco club is reminded that we meet on Wednesday's at lunch in Mrs. Fairbank's room!  New members are more than welcome!  Come check us out!

• Girls Rugby:  There is a very important meeting today at 11:25 for all girls who would like to play rugby this year.  Please plan to attend this very important but short meeting at lunch (11:25) in room 2-123 (Mr. Brown's room)

 

• The School Nurse is here this afternoon.

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net -- Beamsville DSS, 208-20 Leslie St, Toronto, ON, M4M 3L4 - info@topuniforms.ca - 1-888-808-5106bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: Please check your rehearsal schedules and make sure you attend all rehearsals.

   

• Art Club: All barrels are now signed for. If you would still like to help out, you may choose to join another artist. Please see Ms. Tauro if you have not yet received the expectation for the barrel design.

   

• Semester One Senior Art Class: Please pick up your work in the hallway outside of room 1-208. Anything left will be tossed on Friday. That's all senior class artists: pick up your work!

   

• Artist of the Month: February's Artist of the Month is Alec V.  Alec is a Grade 11 student at BDSS and hopes to be a career cartoonist one day. Check out his work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

• Want to rock at robotics? Check into it with Mr. Elgersma in room 3-209 at lunch today. Never touched a robot? No problem… newcomers are welcome!

    Coding club will be starting up next week, so sign up in room 3-209 at lunchtime today to get the details!

• Attention Students who have a GPP Class Code on their timetable.Please make sure you go to the Guidance Office during your GPP Period and meet with Mrs. Arkell.

Thursday, January 23, 2020

• Just another reminder to all grade 12's planning to apply to college. The deadline is February 1st! See Ms. Lancaster if you have any questions about your application or programs.

   

• If you are looking for a summer job, Niagara Parks will be holding a Job Fair on Saturday, February 8th at Legends on Niagara. All kinds of jobs are up for grabs: Culinary, landscape, retail, children's programs and much more! Take your resume along with you, and talk to hiring managers at the fair.

See the poster on the info boards for more details.

• Please listen carefully to these important messages from Vice Principal, Mrs. Orr about our exams that start this afternoon.

• Just a reminder to students that your period 1 exam will begin promptly at 12:15 today. Please be mindful of the time at lunch and make sure that you make your way to class by 12:10 so that you are not late.

   

• Make sure you bring everything you need to your exam. Backpacks and electronics are to be left at the front of the class.

   

• Remember that you must remain in your exam for one hour. When you are finished and are leaving, please do so quietly as others in the school may still be writing exams.

   

• There is to be no loitering in hallways, near classrooms or in front of lockers.

   

• Good luck Bucs!

 

• Remember that there are no late buses running during exams.

Monday, January 20, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• The Lottery: There is a run-through of Scenes 1 to 6. Everyone in those scenes must come to the Drama Room at lunch. Afterschool, there is a run-through for the whole show. Full cast except for Tessi must be there.

   

• Art Club: There is a very important Art Club meeting today as we are discussing the painting of the barrel planters for the Town of Lincoln. See you in Room 1-208 at lunch, from 11:40 to 12 noon.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Hailey V.'s favourite is Cherry Blossoms and Cordelia S.'s favourite is Billie. Jordan S.'s favourite is Skull. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Travel Club: There is a meeting of the travel club tomorrow night at 6 PM in Room 1-208. All those travelling to Scottland and Ireland with Ms. Tauro need to attend. See you there!

• Just a few reminders leading up to exams…
  • Please remember to clean out any food that may be lingering in your locker to avoid any unwanted guests.
  • Also, late busses will be cancelled Thursday, January 23rd to January 31^st.
  • Thursday, January 23^rd the morning schedule still runs as normal for Period 1, 2 and 3.

     

• Remember that Exams start on Thursday, January 23^rd. Period 1 exam starts at 12:15 pm on Thursday.
  • Friday, January 24^th is Period 2 exam, it starts at 8:20 am.
  • Monday, January 27^th is Period 3 exam, it starts at 8:20 am.
  • Tuesday, January 28^th is Period 4 exam, it starts at 8:20 am.
  • Wednesday, January 29^th is Period 5 exam, it starts at 8:20 am.

  This announcement is for all boys basketball players. Instead of practicing together, Coach Tanner would like to have separate practices with each team this week. This means that only the junior boys will practice today after school and senior boys will practice on Wednesday afternoon. See you then!

Friday, January 17, 2020

• The Lottery: There is a rehearsal at lunch today for Scene 6. That's Andrea V, Natalee L, Emily L, Jai B, Caitlin S, Hayden N, Elijah T, Dan S, Aiden G, Troy A and Tyler F. at lunch in the Drama Room. After school there is a full cast rehearsal. That's the full cast after school in the Drama Room and Scene 6 at lunch!

   

• Art Club: There will be a meeting for the Art Club members who are painting barrels on Monday at lunch. You'll be receiving instructions on what you need to paint this time around. See you in the Art Room, Room 1-208 on Monday at lunch.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Hailey V.'s favourite is Cherry Blossoms and Cordelia S.'s favourite is Billie. Jordan S.'s favourite is Skull. Which one is your favourite?

Thursday, January 16, 2020

• School Reach:School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207. New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:You could win one of two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: There is a rehearsal at lunch today for Scene 6 and after school there is a full cast run-through. That's the full cast after school in the Drama Room.

   

• Art Club: There is a sign up sheet outside of Room 1-208 for those interested in painting a barrel planter for the Town of Lincoln. There is one spot left! We also need to retouch our old barrels to make sure they don't have any damage. See Ms. Tauro or sign up outside of Room 1-208.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Tyler L. & Trinity J.'s favourite is Billie and Riley M.'s is a Walk in the Woods. Which one is your favourite?

 

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

• District 22 Art Contest:You could win one of two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: There is no Lottery Rehearsal today!

• Art Club: There is a sign up sheet outside of Room 1-208 for those interested in painting a barrel planter for the Town of Lincoln. We also need to retouch our old barrels to make sure they don't have any damage. See Ms. Tauro or sign up outside of Room 1-208.

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Rita C.'s is Billie and Haylee B.'s is     .Which one is your favourite?

• Boys Hockey: The boys hockey team had a home game this afternoon against Port Colborne at the Fleming Centre. Puck drop is at 2:10. Please come on out and support the boys as they look to continue their strong season.

   

• The Me to We Club and The Eco Club: Be sure to visit the bake sale today in the small gym at lunch. Sales from all the goodies will be going directly to help Australia.

   

• The School Nurse will be here all day today.

• The following student please come to the Main Office after announcements:Lauren S.

Tuesday, January 14, 2020

• District 22 Art Contest:You could win one of two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: There is a rehearsal at lunch today for Scene 7. That's Troy & Evalina at lunch in the Drama Room. After school there is a full cast rehearsal except for Karyssa. That's the full cast after school in the Drama Room.

   

• Art Club: There is a sign up sheet outside of Room 1-208 for those interested in painting a barrel planter for the Town of Lincoln. We also need to retouch our old barrels to make sure they don't have any damage. See Ms. Tauro or sign up outside of Room 1-208.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Travel Club: Would Aiden G. please see Ms. Tauro today right after these announcements?

• From the Me to We Club and The ECO Club. Be sure to visit the bake sale today in the small gym at lunch. Sale from all the goodies will be going directly to help Australia.

• If you have lost any articles in from September to December such has coats, hats, boots, etc.. please check the lost and found at the Main Office to see if it is there.

   

• Attention ALL the SHSM Hospitality and Food Processing Students of the Niagara College Reach Ahead Field going on the trip today. All Students, please meet in the Main Foyer right after Period 1.

   

• Tomorrow, Wed January 15th, is the LAST DAY to apply to a university program for equal consideration. Remember, an application is not considered complete until the application fee is paid.

   

• The School Nurse will be here this afternoon.

Monday, January 13, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• District 22 Art Contest:There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: Please check your rehearsal schedules and make sure you attend all rehearsals.

   

• Art Club: There is a very important Art Club meeting today as we are discussing the painting of the barrel planters for the Town of Lincoln. All those interested in painting a barrel need to attend. See you in Room 1-208 at lunch, from 11:40 to 12 noon.

   

• Moccasin Talk Speaker Series: Tanya Talaga, author of the book Seven Fallen Feathers, is speaking again on January 13th. This is open to the public for free. Check out the FYI Boards for more information.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Meagan is a Grade 11 student at BDSS. Check out her work in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• There will be a bake sale tomorrow in the small gym during lunch. All proceeds will go to supporting Australia. Bring some change tomorrow.

   

• This is a reminder to all members of the Junior Boys Basketball team to meet in the front foyer immediately after school today. The bus will be picking us up at 2:30pm for our game at Westlane.

• If you have lost any articles in from September to December such has coats, hats, boots, etc.. please check the lost and found at the Main Office to see if it is there.

   

• Attention: ALL the SHSM Hospitality and Food Processing Students of the Niagara College Reach Ahead Field, the trip is going tomorrow, January 14^th. All Students are to meet in the Main Foyer right after Period 1.

Friday, January 10, 2020

• Eyego to the Arts: For only $5, students with a valid Student ID card can attend GCP's Sister Act opening March 20. Auditions for the show continue this weekend. For more information, go to gcp.ca.

   

• District 22 Art Contest: One great contest left! There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. Deadline is March 23rd.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• The Lottery: Rehearsal at lunch for Scene 6. Rehearsal after school for the full cast. Rehearsals will take place in the Drama Room.

   

• Moccasin Talk Speaker Series: Tanya Talaga, author of the book Seven Fallen Feathers, is speaking again on January 13th. While all teachers must register to go, it is open to the public for free. Check out the FYI Boards for more information.

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Stay tuned to find her work up soon!

• This weeks' sports update:

   

  • Congratulations to the Girls hockey Team who won this week over A.N. Myer.

   

  • Congratulations to the JR girls' volleyball team which placed 3rd in consolation at the Niagara College tournament Monday.

   

  • Congratulations to the SR girls' volleyball team which won both games against Stamford and Eastdale yesterday.

   

  • Congratulations to the JR boys basketball who won an exciting game over Stamford last night by one point.

   

  • Boys Hockey: The boys’ hockey team faced off against Jean Vanier yesterday. It was a tightly contested game, with the boys losing 4-3 on a last second goal. Coby E. and Brady K. scored, while Troy A. and Colin B. were outstanding on the penalty kill. The Bucs are back in action next Wednesday at home against Port Colborne.
  • Go BUCS!
• This is a very important announcement for ALL grade 12's applying to an Ontario University:  The deadline is Wednesday, January 15th. If you miss this deadline, you will run the chance of  NOT being offered a spot in the program you are looking for.  Don't wait! If you have not completed and paid for your application, DO IT NOW! Avoid the frustration of slower response times and delays as the deadline approaches.  Please see Ms. Lancaster in Guidance if you need assistance.
• If you have lost/misplaced such things as coats, hats, boots, etc.. please check the lost and found at the Main Office to see if it is there.

   

• This is a Friendly reminder to ALL the SHSM Hospitality and Food Processing Students of the Niagara College Reach Ahead Field going on the trip on January 14^th. All Students are to meet in the Main Foyer right after Period 1.

 

Thursday, January 9, 2020

• Today the video club is meeting taking place at lunch in Ms. Lynett's room in the English area. New members are always welcome.

   

• If you have lost any articles in from September to December such has coats, hats, boots, etc.. please check the lost and found at the Main Office to see if it is there.

   

• This is a Friendly reminder to ALL the SHSM Hospitality and Food Processing Students of the Niagara College Reach Ahead Field going on the trip on January 14^th. All Students are to meet in the Main Foyer right after Period 1.

   

• School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207. New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.

Tuesday, January 7, 2020

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• Eyego to the Arts: For only $5, students with a valid Student ID card can attend GCP's Sister Act opening March 20. Auditions for the show are open this tomorrow night and this weekend. For more information, go to gcp.ca/auditions.

   

• District 22 Art Contest: One great contest left! There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Artist of the Month: January's Artist of the Month is Meagan F. Stay tuned to find her work up soon!

• The School Nurse will be here this afternoon.
•  
• If you have lost any articles in from September to December such has coats, hats, boots, etc.. please check the lost and found at the Main Office to see if it is there.

• The Me to We Club will be meeting today in the library seminar room at lunch. This is an important meeting in response to the devastating fires in Australia. Please consider joining us in the library at lunch if you want to do something about helping people and animals who are suffering.

Friday, December 20, 2019

• Our Christmas break starts soon and that means lots more time to read, so come to the Library today to stock up on books for your time off. Happy Reading!

   

• Today is the day!! Student volleyball team vs Teachers – good luck everyone!!

   

• The staff will be taking down the student volleyball team today at 12:45 in the big gym. Please bring a toonie or a canned good! These items will be donated to Village of Hope.  Come down and watch the glory unfold as your incredible teachers shine on the court.

   

• Two Great Art Contests Left: Today is the last day to submit entries for Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest. The District 22 Art Contestis due in March. The prize is $250 for the winning entries. Check out the FYI Boards for more details or pick up an application from from the Music Stand outside Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Week: Today is Jammies & Stuffies Day! The Pride Alliance along with the Eco Club are sponsoring hot chocolate to those with jammies and stuffies. Bring your own mug to save the planet, too! If you have a stuffy, you can have sprinkles, whip cream and marshmallows to top off your hot chocolate. Spread the Pride & Joy!

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you checked out the work of Eve C., our artist of the month? Eve is currently in Grade 11 and is taking Photography and Gr. 11/12 Art with Ms. Tauro. Her favourite subjects are Art & English. Allie Currie's favourite is Evening and Sun Amin's is Floating. Which one is your favourite?

   

• The Lottery: Today's rehearsal is for the whole cast! This will take place in the Drama Room after school. That's all cast & crew of The Lottery in the Drama Room after school.

Thursday, December 19, 22019

• Our Christmas break starts soon and that means lots more time to read, so come to the Library today or tomorrow to stock up on books for your time off. Happy Reading!

   

• Boys Hockey: The boys hockey team faced off against Westlane yesterday, dominating the game from start to finish. The Bucs crushed Westlane by a final score of 11-4, with goals coming from all through the lineup. Coby E. and Cam S. led the way with scoring, while Kerwin F. and Dan P. chipped in with strong offensive and defensive games. Way to go boys!

   

• Two Great Art Contests Left: The two art contests left are Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest (due this Friday) and the District 22 Art Contest(which isn't due until March). Check out the FYI Boards for more details or pick up an application from fromt he Music Stand outside Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Week: Remember that Friday is wear your favourite pajamas day!

   

• Pride Alliance: The Pride Alliance is sponsoring free hot chocolate with rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream and rainbow marshmallows when you come in your pajamas WITH your favourite stuffed animal!

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you checked out the work of Eve C., our artist of the month? Eve is currently in Grade 11 and is taking Photography and Gr. 11/12 Art with Ms. Tauro. Her favourite subjects are Art & English. Josh L.'s is Trip and Sun A.'s is Floating.Of all Eve's artwork, which one is your favourite?

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

• Two Great Art Contests Left: The two art contests left are Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest (due this Friday) and the District 22 Art Contest(which isn't due until March). Check out the FYI Boards for more details or pick up an application from fromthe Music Stand outside Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Week: Today UGLY SWEATER DAY! Come to the small gym to have your picture taken with Santa! Tomorrow is Hats & Socks Day! Get ready for the winter weather by wearing your most festive hats & socks. And finally, Friday is wear your favourite pajamas day!

   

• Pride Alliance: The Pride Alliance is sponsoring free hot chocolate with rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream and rainbow marshmallows when you come in your pajamas WITH your favourite stuffed animal!

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you checked out the work of Eve C., our artist of the month? Eve is currently in Grade 11 and is taking Photography and Gr. 11/12 Art with Ms. Tauro. Her favourite subjects are Art & English. Josh L.'s is Trip and Sun A.'s is Floating. Of all Eve's artwork, which one is your favourite?

   

• The Lottery: Today's rehearsal at lunch in the Drama Room is for Andrea, Natalee, Emily L, Jai, Tillie and Hayden. Be there!

• The School Nurse is here today.

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

• Two Great Art Contests Left: The two art contests left are Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest (due this Friday) and the District 22 Art Contest(which isn't due until March). Check out the FYI Boards for more details or pick up an application from fromthe Music Stand outside Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Week: Yesterday was Red versus Green. The 9/10s wore Red and the 11/12s wore Green. Guess who won? Drum roll, please. The REDS won! (cheer in the background) Today is wear plaid or flannel day. How Canadian can you get? Tomorrow is UGLY SWEATER DAY! Wear your ugly sweater and have your picture taken with Santa! Thursday is Hats & Socks Day! Get ready for the winter weather by wearing your most festive hats & socks. And finally, Friday is wear your favourite pajamas day!

   

• Pride Alliance: The Pride Alliance is sponsoring free hot chocolate with rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream and rainbow marshmallows when you come in your pajamas WITH your favourite stuffed animal!

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you checked out the work of Eve C., our artist of the month? Eve is currently in Grade 11 and is taking Photography and Gr. 11/12 Art with Ms. Tauro. Her favourite subjects are Art & English. Of all Eve's artwork, which one is your favourite?

   

• Talent Show: Today is the last day to audition for the Friday Assembly's Talent Show! Can you sing, dance, tell jokes? Sign up for auditions in the Music Room at lunch.

   

• Today, the Me to We Club will be meeting in the library at lunch to discuss plans for next year. New members are always welcome. The Me to We Club will meet today in the library seminar room at lunch.

 

Monday, December 16, 2019

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Just a reminder that the contest deadline is this Friday. For more information check out the FYI boards or pick up an application on the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• Two Other Great Art Contests: are the 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest and the District 22 Art ContestCheck out the FYI Boards for more details or pick up an application from on the Music Stand outside Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you checked out the work of Eve C., our artist of the month? Eve is currently in Grade 11 and is taking Photography and Gr. 11/12 Art with Ms. Tauro. Her favourite subjects are Art & English. Ms. Tauro's favourite is her Self-Portrait and Mrs. Chun's favourite is Evening. Which one is your favourite?

 

• Boys Basketball: This is a reminder for all boys basketball players that you will be signed out of period 5 at 2:00 today to travel to our games in Port Colborne. See you in the front lobby this afternoon!”

   

• Drama Club: Aiden, Dan, Hayden & Jonathan have a Lottery rehearsal today at lunch in the Drama Room. That's Aiden, Dan, Hayden & Jonathan at lunch today in the Drama Room.

• Attention ALL grade 11's:There will be an important Grade Meeting TODAY for Grade 11 students, during period 3. Please go to your period 3 class for attendance first and to pick up some paperwork for the meeting, and then come directly to the TTR.Don't miss it!

• Please join us in the Library Seminar Room at lunch today for the Bucs Book Club.  Here's a summary of another of the White Pine books:  FIELD GUIDE TO THE NORTH AMERICAN TEENAGER - Ben Philippe

Norris is clever, cynical and quite possibly too smart for his own good.  A Black French Canadian, he knows from watching American sitcoms that those 3 things don't bode well when you are moving to Austin, Texas. 

Plunked into a new high school, Norris finds himself cataloguing everyone he meets: the Cheerleaders, the Jocks, and the Loners. Against all odds, those labels soon become actual people to Norris.  But the night of the prom, Norris screws everything up royally.  As he picks up the pieces, he realizes it might be time to stop hiding behind the snarky opinions and start living his life--along with the people who have found their way into his heart.

Friday, December 13, 2019

• AAPEX: Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest runs this week and will close on Friday, December 13th, 2019.The Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19th, 2019.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to see the work of Eve C., our Artist of the Month of December? Check out her amazing artwork in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Three Great Art Contests: There's the District 22 Art Contest, Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest and the17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. For more information check out the posters on the FYI Boards or the application forms on the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net.

   

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that we are meeting today at lunch in room 1-208. That's all Pride Alliance members at lunch in room 1-208. Bring your lunch & bring a friend!

   

• Pride Alliance: In keeping with our campaign to spread Pride & Joy this year, the Alliance is sponsoring rainbow hot chocolate next Friday during our Spirit Week Pajama Day. If you are wearing your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal, you will receive a free hot chocolate with whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles or rainbow marshmallows. So, wear your jammies and bring a stuffy!

   

• Drama Club: Please check Izzy's rehearsal schedule to see if you are in rehearsal today, Lottery Cast.

 

Thursday, December 12, 2019

• AAPEX: Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest runs this week and will close on Friday, December 13th, 2019.The Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19th, 2019.

   

• Break the Stigma: Come on down to the big gym on Friday to take part in the Mental Health Awareness Day planned by the grade 9 physical education class. All MSIP period 2 classes are invited to come down at 9:35 and all students can come down at lunch to take part in the activities.

   

• The Library will be closed today. Teachers, if you have Chromebooks booked, please go down to the library to pick them up.

   

• Boys Hockey: The boys hockey team opened their season against Centennial yesterday in a hard-fought back and forth game, ultimately losing by a score of 3-2. The boys battled hard all game and made BDSS proud with their effort. The Bucs were led by goalie Jason T., who made a number of outstanding saves to keep the team in the game. Jeff U. and Cam S. also chipped in with a goal apiece. The boys are back in action next week against Westlane.

   

• Artist of the Month: Have you had a chance to see the work of Eve C., our Artist of the Month of December. Eve is a Grade 11 student at BDSS whose favourite subjects are Art & English. Eve hopes to have a career in the film industry. Check out her amazing artwork in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• District 22 Art Contest: There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Just a reminder that the contest deadline is December 20th. For more information check out the FYI boards or the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: Your design could be used for the 2020 Young Angler's License. Check out the posters on the FYI Boards or the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020
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• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that we are meeting tomorrow at lunch for in room 1-208. That's all Pride Alliance members at lunch tomorrow in room 1-208. Bring your lunch & bring a friend!

   

• Drama Club: Please check Izzy's rehearsal schedule to see if you are in rehearsal today, Lottery Cast.

   

• School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207. New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.

Wednesday, December 11, 2019

• Artist of the Month: Congratulations to Eve C., our Artist of the Month of December. Eve is a Grade 11 student at BDSS whose favourite subjects are Art & English. Eve hopes to have a career in the film industry. Check out her amazing artwork in the Wing One Gallery. Meagan F. & Hailey V. like Features.Tyler F.  favourite is Fears & Phobias. Which one is your favourite?

   

• Art Contests: There are several Art Contests going on right now. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• BUCS Spotlight: Congratulations to Emily B., Cross Country SOSSA Competitor and Shannon S., OFSAA Cross Country Bronze Medal Winner. Emily likes "the feeling of success when you finish" and Shannon likes running because she "can forget about everything" when running. Congratulations Emily and Shannon.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Drama Club: Check the schedule form Izzy S. to see if you have rehearsal today!

   

• ALL SHSM Sports Majors need to hand in their forms ASAP for the experiential learning on Thursday at the Special Olympics Festival.

   

• The Library is closed today.Teachers, if you have Chromebooks booked today, you will need to go to the Library to pick them up.

   

• AAPEX: Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier! Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program. Contest runs this week and will close on Friday, December 13th, 2019. The Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19th, 2019.

   

• Most wrapping paper is not recyclable, and ends up in the landfill. We can do our part by changing how we wrap our gifts, and one way is to create wrapping paper THAT IS RECYCLABLE. Eco club is hosting a “Make Your Own wrapping paper” event in room 1-207 (Mrs. McNeil’s art room) TODAY! Come on down, create your own wrapping paper that can be recycled after its done its job, and get in the festive spirit! Eco crafts are also available for the making! Ask your msip teacher, or come down at lunch! “

   

• The School Nurse will be here all day today.

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

• ALL SHSM Sports Majors need to hand in their forms ASAP for the experiential learning on Thursday at the Special Olympics Festival.
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• AAPEX:  Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier!  Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.  Contest runs this week and will close on Friday, December 13th, 2019.  The Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19th, 2019.

   

• The Me to We Club will be holding its meeting in the library seminar room at lunch. It is imperative that members attend to discuss Christmas activities. That's the Me to We Club in the library seminar room at lunch.

   

• Artist of the Month: Congratulations to Eve C, our Artist of the Month of December. Eve is a Grade 11 student at BDSS whose favourite subjects are Art & English. Eve hopes to have a career in the film industry. Check out her amazing artwork in the Wing One Gallery. Which one is your favourite?

   

• District 22 Art Contest: There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• BUCS Spotlight: Congratulations to Emily B, Cross Country SOSSA Competitor and Shannon S, OFSAA Cross Country Bronze Medal Winner. Emily likes "the feeling of success when you finish" and Shannon likes running because she "can forget about everything" when running. Congratulations Emily and Shannon.

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that we are meeting at lunch for our photo-shoot in room 1-208. That's all Pride Alliance members at lunch today in room 1-208.

   

• Drama Club: Rehearsal is scheduled for today for Jai, Tilly and Shelby in the Drama Room at lunch. See you there!

   

• The festive season is here, and we all love presents!  But what do we do with that wrapping paper when we are done on Christmas morning?!?!?  Is that wrapping paper recyclable? In most cases it it is NOT.  It is estimated that about 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends its life in landfills. EACH. YEAR.  here at BDSS we are trying to stay festive and eco friendly too!  TOMORROW during MSIP, Eco club will be hosting a “make-your-own Eco Friendly wrapping paper event”.  Come during your MSIP or lunch to create your own wrapping paper that can be recycled once your gifts are opened!  We will also have some festive eco crafts available for those in the crafting mood. Let’s have a green Christmas!!!  

Monday, December 9, 2019

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• What is the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement?: The Dish With One Spoon is a treaty between the Anishnaabe, Mississaugas and Haudenosuanee that bound them to share the territory and protect the land. Subsequent Indigenous Nations and peoples, Europeans and all newcomers, have been invited to this treaty in the spirit of peace, friendship and respect.

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Just a reminder that the contest deadline is December 20th. For more information check out the FYI boards or the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: Don't forget the seventeenth annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. Your design could be used for the 2020 Young Angler's License. Check out the posters on the FYI Boards or the Music Stand outside of Room 1-208.

   

• District 22 Art Contest: There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.  Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Pride Alliance: Just a reminder that we will have our picture taken tomorrow at lunch.

   

• Drama Club: Rehearsal is scheduled for today for Jai, Tilly and Shelby in the Drama Room at lunch. See you there!

• ALL SHSM Sports Majors need to hand in their forms ASAP for the experiential learning on Thursday at the Special Olympics Festival.

   

• AAPEX:  Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier!  Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.  Contest runs this week and will close on Friday, December 13^th, 2019.  The Winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19^th, 2019.

   

• Attention all JR Girls Volleyball Players, you are to be dismissed from class at 2:00pm to get ready and meet Mr. Pychel in the front foyer at 215.”

• Tis the season to cozy up by your tree and wrap presents!  But Is the festive holiday wrapping paper that has littered living rooms for decades recyclable?  In most cases it is not, and Earth911 estimates that approximately 4.6 million lbs. of wrapping paper is produced in the U.S. each year, and that about 2.3 million pounds ends its life in landfills. EACH. YEAR.  here at BDSS we are trying to stay festive and be friendly to this one planet we have! On Wednesday during MSIP, Eco club will be hosting a “make-your-own Eco Friendly wrapping paper event”. Come during your MSIP or lunch to create your own wrapping paper that can be recycled once your gifts are opened!  We will also have some festive eco crafts available for those in the crafting mood. Let’s have a green Christmas!!!

   

• BUCS ATHLETES SPOTLIGHT:  Emily B who was a Cross Country SOSSA Competitor.  What she did in the past:  Niagara Regional athletes track, track and field, and cross country.   Shanon S who was a OFSAA Cross Country Bronze Medal Winner!  What she did in the past:  Karate, track and field.  Check out the posters on the Bulletin boards.

   

• Please join us for the Bucs Book Club in the Library seminar room at lunch today.

Here's a short summary of one of the White Pine books:

Comics will break your heart by Faith Erin

Miriam's family should be rich.  After all, her grandfather was the co-creator of smash-hit comic series The TomorrowMen.  But he sold his rights to the series to the co-creator in the 60's for practically nothing and that's what Miriam has..practically nothing for college tuition.

Miriam's life gets more complicated when a cute boy shows up in town...and turns out to be the grandson of the man who defrauded Miriam's grandfather. 

Come and check out the White Pine books from your Library

Friday, December 6, 2019

• SHSM Sports:This is a friendly reminder to all SHSM Sports students to bring in your forms for helping next Thursday Dec 12 at the Special Olympics Festival in Welland.

   

• Sr. Girls’ Volleyball:Congratulations to the Sr. Girls volleyball team who won in two straight sets against DSBN academy. The girls lost to Great lakes in the third set, but overall played very well. Way to go!!

   

• Bake sale, bake sale, bake sale!!!!!!!!!!!!Today the eco club will be continuing their bake sale in the small gym!!!Come enjoy a treat, and support a good cause!All proceeds will go to support future green initiatives within the school!

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Just a reminder about Mr. H's Card Contest. The deadline is Dec. 20th. For more information, check out the FYI boards.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: Don't forget the seventeenth annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. The winning designs will be used for the 2020 Young Angler's License. Check out the posters on the FYI Boards.

   

• District 22 Art Contest: There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth, gain valuable volunteer experience and volunteer hours, obtain a reference letter and professional leadership experience for a resume? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net. (Please say b-m-v-131-dot-top-uniforms-dot-net.)

   

• Pride Alliance: The Pride Alliance will be meeting in Room 1-208 at lunch today. All Pride Alliance members must attend. Anyone can come and be an ally!

   

• Drama Club: Just a reminder that there is a rehearsal for the Lottery today at lunch in the Drama Room. Due to scheduling conflicts for many of the actors, the rehearsal will be held at lunch instead. That's Lottery rehearsal today at lunch in the Drama Room.

   

• Smithville Public School is looking for face painters for the “Stop and Shop” tomorrow, Saturday, December 7^th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.If you are interested please see Mrs. Henderson in the Main Lobby directly after these announcements.

Thursday December 5, 2019

• AAPEX:Learn to drive defensively and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest starts Monday, December 2, 2019 and closes Friday, December 13, 2019.Winner will be announced Thursday, December 19th, 2019.

   

• Please dismiss the Sr. Girls volleyball team for period 4 and 5 today.

   

• There will be an Eco club bake sale in the small gym today!Bring your change and support a great cause! See you at lunch!!!

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Just a reminder about Mr. H's Card Contest. The deadline is Dec. 20th. For more information, check out the FYI boards.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: Don't forget the seventeenth annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. The winning designs will be used for the 2020 Young Angler's License. Check out the posters on the FYI Boards.

   

• District 22 Art Contest: There are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details.

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth, gain valuable volunteer experience and volunteer hours, obtain a reference letter and professional leadership experience for a resume? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net.

   

• Drama Club: The Scripts are in! There will be read-throughs of the script today and tomorrow at lunch in the Drama Room. All those who are part of our National Theatre School Drama Festival entry need to attend.

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

• AAPEX: Learn to drive defensively and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest starts Monday, December 2, 2019 and closes Friday, December 13, 2019.Winner will be announced Thursday, December 19^th, 2019.

   

• New York City:Any students interested in travelling to New York City this April are invited to attend a quick meeting at 11:25 am today in Mr. Brown's room (room 2-123). If you can't make it to the meeting please see Mr. Brown ASAP.

   

• Mr. H's Artisan Card Contest: Mr. H, our Director of Education would like to give students another opportunity to shine by designing artisan cards that can be shared with family, friends and the wider Niagara community. For more information, check out the FYI boards.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, in conjunction with its corporate partners, is sponsoring its seventeenth annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. The winning designs will be used for the 2020 Young Angler's License. For more information, check out the posters on the FYI Boards.

   

• Artist of the Month:Have you had a chance to see the amazing work of Keerthana Srikanth, our artist of the month, in the Wing One Gallery? Today is your last chance. Which one is your favourite?

   

• District 22 Niagara Student Art Contest: The OSSTF District 22 would like to hang some work in their office. If you are interested, there are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. The deadline is Monday, March 23rd. You've got some time to do your best!

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth, gain valuable volunteer experience and volunteer hours, obtain a reference letter and professional leadership experience for a resume? For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net.

   

• Anime Club: Tomorrow's Anime Club meeting is canceled. We'll resume next Wednesday.

   

• The School Nurse will be here this afternoon.

Monday, December 2, 2019

• Land Acknowledgement: We begin this week by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with the One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the gift of resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

   

• District 22 Niagara Student Art Contest: The OSSTF District 22 would like to hang some work in their office. If you are interested, there are two $250 awards that will be given to the best art promoting the values of Social Justice and the Niagara Region. Check out the FYI Boards for more details. The deadline is Monday, March 23rd. You've got some time to do your best!

   

• AAPEX:Learn to drive defensively and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest starts Monday, December 2, 2019 and closes Friday, December 13, 2019.Winner will be announced Thursday, December 19^th, 2019.

   

• New York City:Any students interested in travelling to New York City this April are invited to attend a quick meeting at 11:25 am on Monday December 2nd in Mr Brown's room (room 2-123). If you can't make it to the meeting please see Mr. Brown ASAP.

   

• The following student please come to the Main Office after announcements:Madison C.

Friday, November 29, 2019

• Drama Club: Just a reminder that there is a lunch time casting rehearsal in the Drama Room. All those interested in taking part in The Lottery directed by Izzy S., please come to the Drama Room at lunch today. The after school activities are cancelled.

   

• Card Contest: Just a reminder that there is a card design contest from Mr. Hoshizaki, our director of education. The deadline is December 20th. For more information, check out the FYI boards.

   

• 17th Annual Kids' Fish Art Contest: The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is sponsoring its seventeenth annual Kids' Fish Art Contest. The winning designs will be used for the 2020 Young Angler's Licence. For more information, check out the posters on the FYI Boards. the deadline is December 6th.

   

• B-YEC:Brock University's Lifespan Centre Youth Engagement Committee (B-YEC) would like to extend an invitation for students to apply to the Committee. Members will get an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth, gain valuable volunteer experience and volunteer hours, obtain a reference letter. For more information, check out the FYI Boards.Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to https://bmv131.topuniforms.net/.

   

• Grad Photos:Edge Imaging is here today.

   

• Attention all SHSM Hospitality, Food Processing, and Manufacturing students that have signed up for the CPR/First Aid Training Certification. The all day training will take place on December 2nd and 3rd, please report directly to the TTR room.

   

• AAPEX:Learn to drive defensively, and get your license four months earlier!Fill out a contest ballot to qualify for $200 off of AAPEX Driving Academy’s Beginner Driver Education Program.Contest starts Monday, December 2, 2019 and closes Friday, December 13, 2019.Winner will be announced Thursday, December 19^th, 2019.

Thursday, November 28, 2019

• Grad Photos:Edge Imaging is here today.

• Sport Fundraiser:Hello BUCS athletes.You have until this Friday to sell for the Sweepstakes.Share your link. Call your family and friends to support BUCS sports.

• Attention all SHSM Hospitality, Food Processing, and Manufacturing students that have signed up for the CPR/First Aid Training Certification. The all day training will take place on December 2nd and 3rd, please report directly to the TTR room.

   

• Boys Hockey! This is a reminder to the Boys Hockey team that practice is today at 2:30 at the Fleming Arena. See you there!

   

• Today at lunch the video club will be meeting in Ms Lynett's room in the English area. New members are always welcome.Join our award-winning video crew!

   

• Drama Club-The Lottery: Just a reminder that there is a rehearsal today and tomorrow at lunch. Also, we will only run the rehearsal after school on Friday, if the script is in.

   

• Friday is Band T-Shirt Day!: The Student Council invites you to show your school spirit by wearing a Band T-Shirt on Band T-Shirt Day tomorrow. Who's your favourite band? Metallica? Kiss? Anterra? Cassius? Pink Floyd? Whoever you listen to, wear a Band T-Shirt tomorrow!

   

• B-YEC: Would you like an opportunity to be a part of exciting research on youth, gain valuable volunteer experience and volunteer hours, obtain a reference letter and professional leadership experience for a resume? For more information, check out the FYI Boards. Applications are due January 1, 2020

   

• Spirit Wear: Drama, Photography & Visual Arts spirit wear is available. Check out the FYI boards or go to bmv131.topuniforms.net.

   

• School Reach:School Reach will be taking place today at Lunch in Rm. 3-207. New players and Grade 9s are very welcome. That's School Reach at the start of lunch today in Rm. 3-207.