High School Morning Announcements
Information session for anyone wishing to perform in Battle of the Bands
Monday, January 12th at lunch
Music Room 101
See Mr. George if you cannot attend.
Society tells us that the purpose of life is to get a good job and make a lot of money.
However, our greatness isn’t measured by what we do, but by who we are.
God has a plan for each of us. During this retreat, attendees explore how to hear him and have the strength to follow him.
*Speak to Chaplain Amanda if you need financial assistance to attend.
Looking to be Featured in the Yearbook?
This year’s yearbook will feature both a “Guess the Baby” section as well as a “Celebrity Look-Alike” section.
Scan the QR code to upload your photos (Baby Photos or Celebrity Look-Alike).
Both students and teachers can upload photos.
See Ms Stokes or Ms Mastro for more information.
Join Us for the Journey of a Lifetime
Next Year’s History Trip is Headed to Paris & Belgium: Commemorating the 110th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge (April 2-10 2027)
Join us on an unforgettable educational expedition to honour one of Canada's most significant military achievements. In April 2027, travel to the battlefields and memorials of Belgium and France as we participate in the Government of Canada’s celebration to mark the 110th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
In addition we will:
✨Explore the vibrant streets of Paris
✨ Discover Belgium’s rich history & culture
✨ Experience museums, monuments, memorials; explore quaint towns and vibrant shopping areas; and enjoy the delicacies France and Belgium have to offer.
Click here to pre-register for permission forms. Space will be limited.
LONDON & AMSTERDAM TRIP 2026
In November 2026, get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the iconic cities of London and Amsterdam! You’ll take in a West End musical, explore world-class art galleries, visit famous landmarks, and discover some of the most exciting and inspiring sights these cities have to offer.
Trip Highlights include:
* The National Gallery, National Theatre backstage visit, the Globe, the Tate Modern, a West End Musical, major landmarks and city markets
* Amsterdam canal cruise, Van Gogh Museum, STRAAT Museum, Rijksmuseum, art markets
For more information, see Ms. Stano or Ms. Jennings
Room 158 or 129
This trip is subject to board approval.
* Enjoy the food and shopping of these incredible cities!
*** Info Meeting on Tuesday January 13th at lunch in Art Room #158
LONDON & AMSTERDAM TRIP 2026
In November 2026, get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the iconic cities of London and Amsterdam! You’ll take in a West End musical, explore world-class art galleries, visit famous landmarks, and discover some of the most exciting and inspiring sights these cities have to offer.
Info Meeting on Tuesday January 13th at lunch in Art Room #158
Pascal, Cayley and Fermat Math Contests
Any grade 9,10 or 11 students interested in writing these math contests are to see Mr. Flynn in room 216 before Wednesday, February 4.
The contest will be written in the LC on Wednesday, February 25 from 8:15am-9:15am.
Post until February 5
JAGS TRIVIA
SCAN QR CODE TO WIN
Voyage à Québec!
Only 2 spots remain!
Attention all grade 9 to 12 French immersion and core French students!
We will be going to Québec City in “la belle province” in May 2026 (May 5th to May 7th).
Cash online is open!
For more information, please see M. Paradis in room 1012.
Post until October 3rd
Alpine Ski Team
First training day this Thursday, January 8th @ Camp Fortune.
See your email for more information…
English Peer Tutors Needed
We are in need of peer tutors, particularly for senior English. If you are interested in becoming a Peer Tutor please see Ms. Fraser or Ms. Weir in room 246 (Student Success).
ATTN ALL ELEARN STUDENTS
Struggling to navigate your eLearn course in D2L? Scan the QR code below for step by step review of D2L, or come see Ms. Weir or Ms. Fraser in room 246 with your questions.
Attention all Grade 11 & 12 Students:
Grade 11 and 12 students are invited to a virtual session hosted by the LT Consultant Team. This session will focus on how to effectively use NotebookLM as an academic study resource. An email with registration details will be sent to all Grade 11 and 12 students from learning.tech@ocsb.ca. The session is scheduled for Thursday, January 15th, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Exam week for grade 9-12 students:
Visit Eden Invitation here
Tickets available on the @stjoseph.high instagram (check the bio!) or in person at lunch!
ONSTAGE
Next Production Rehearsals:
On stage rehearsals this week…�Monday, Jan 5th on STAGE
Wednesday, Jan 7th on STAGE
@ 2:10-5:00 pm
Thursday, Jan 8th in 7/8 Music Room
@2:10-5:00 pm
Friday, Jan 9th on STAGE
Full Day 8:00-2:10 pm
BACKSTAGE
Ad-Crew meetings:
Mon, Wed, Thurs (Jan 5th, 7th, 8th )
Meet Mr. Terpstra in
Rm. 336 @ 2:10-4:00pm
Lights/ Sound/ Set/ Move Crew Meeting
Mon, Wed, Thurs (Jan 5th, 7th, 8th )
Meet Ms. Gareau in
Rm. 341 @ 2:10-4:00pm
Costume/ Makeup/ Props Meeting
Mon, Wed, Thurs (Jan 5th, 7th, 8th )
Meet Ms. Gareau in
Rm. 341 @ 2:10-4:00pm
FULL CALL ALL WEEK
Upcoming Events
Monday
Clubs
Tuesday
Clubs
Documentary Club
Help us
Interested in filmmaking and journalism??!!
This Tuesday in room 211 at lunch!
Tuesday Chapel Group
Biweekly on Tuesdays
in room 2001
Click to APPLY HERE!
Make your university applications stand out with medical research experience!
Updated***
Submit your Application by:
Thursday, October 9th
MedX Club
For Future Healthcare Leaders
Follow us on Instagram:
Indigenous Students’ Association (ISA)
Tuesdays at lunch in room 158 (art room)
All Indigenous students are invited to join the ISA! This will allow you to connect with other Indigenous students as well as to take part in a variety of amazing activities, including:
- networking opportunities with other Indigenous students from St. Joe's High School, along with Indigenous students from various high schools throughout the board, to discuss the realities of navigating identity in an urban setting
- an opportunity to help organize a student-led board-wide Pow Wow in collaboration with Indigenous organizations in Ottawa and other students from across the city
- field trip opportunities to work with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Indigenous celebrities who visit Ontario
- opportunities for skilled trades experiences
- access to news about credited courses where curriculum expectations are taught in collaboration with cultural experiences and community partners in a land-based, experiential learning environment
- direct contact with an Indigenous student support person who can help you navigate any questions you may have about accessing bursaries, navigating identity, accessing cultural supports, accessing Jordan's Principal, and more
Wednesday Clubs
Ski Club
First Ski Club this Wednesday, Jan 7th
Shed will be open at 7:10am until 7:55am
No Ski/Snowboard equipment allowed on the school bus, get dropped off and bring your gear to the shed (fenced area/woodshop).
We return to St Joe’s at 8pm
Art Club
Come join us every other Wednesday starting on the 3rd of December at lunch to do fun art projects, collaborate with other creative minds, and learn more about the world of visual art
Thursday
Clubs
Pride Club!
Thursdays at lunch in room 158 (art room)
This club is all about connecting the LGBTQ+ people and ally’s and working towards building a better and more welcoming school for us all. So if you’d like to help us do this then don't hesitate to pop in at lunch, see you then!
Will start up again in Semester 2!
Friday
Clubs
REHEARSAL
for A Team and B team THIS
FRI, Jan 9th
@ 2:10-4:00 pm.
PRACTICE IN rm 310,
the 7/8 Drama Room!
Any questions please see Ms.L or Mr. Terpstra!
St. Joe’s Improv Team
NEUROPSYCH
EVERY FRIDAY DURING HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH
IN PORTABLE 6
Do you like Neurology?
Theoretical Psychology? Philosophy?
True Crime? and Societal Issues?
Come to Neuropsych!!!
GRADES 9-12 ONLY
Our first meeting is on Friday 26th
Chess Club
Starting back up on Friday October 17th!
Meet us every Friday at Lunch in the LC!
Come have fun! No Experience Necessary!
Want to play chess? Want to practice Want to learn?
Come join us!
Do you love to write? Are you looking for an inclusive space to write and/or share your writing? Come join the Creative Writing Society!
Check out our website here where we post newsletters, student work, and accept written submissions!
When: Every Friday at lunch!
Where: Ms. Colucci’s Room: 2014
Enjoy singing for fun? Want to learn?
Interested in getting feedback on your techniques?
Join us!
When: Every second Friday at lunch (Day 2)
Where: The music room
Volunteer /
Opportunities
Go to mauril.ca or download the app on your phone
Enter the National Essay Contest for a chance to win a scholarship between $1,000 and $28,000 to study at one of our 15 partnering post-secondary institutions all over the country. It's your chance to invest in your future, en français!
CE QUE TU AS À FAIRE
Les lauréats recevront :
We are pleased to announce the official launch of the recruitment campaign for the House of Commons Page Program.
Each year, we recruit 40 bilingual students graduating from high schools and CEGEPs from across Canada to participate in the House of Commons Page Program. Pages work directly on the floor of the House of Commons and are responsible for a wide range of tasks related to Chamber activities. This provides them with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of Parliament by playing a role in the rich traditions of the Canadian parliamentary system. Our recruitment campaign for the 2026-2027 Page Program is now open from September 29 to November 9, 2025!
To be considered, candidates must submit their application and a résumé (maximum of two pages) through the House of Commons career portal by the deadline. Eligible candidates must be starting full-time or part-time post-secondary studies in September 2026 at the University of Ottawa, Carleton University, Saint Paul University, Université du Québec en Outaouais, Collège La Cité or Algonquin College. Successful candidates will be required to reside in the National Capital Region during their year of employment as a Page.
To support the promotion of the House of Commons Page Program recruitment campaign, a digital media kit has been developed to make it easy for you to share information with your networks. The kit includes:
We would greatly appreciate your support in printing and displaying the promotional posters and sharing the link to our website (ourcommons.ca/page) on various social media outlets, and to follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/hocpagescdc) and/or Instagram (instagram.com/hoc_pages_cdc).
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you in advance for your collaboration and support!
Recruitment and Selection Services�Human Resources Services�House of Commons�hoccareers-carrierescdc@parl.gc.ca
Youth in Policing Initiative
Youth In Policing Initiative (YIPI) is an employment program with the Ottawa Police Service for youth 15-18 years of
age who are attending a secondary school program.
The goal of the YIPI program is to give young people an opportunity to develop job skills while enhancing police and
community relations.
The program is for interested youth with leadership potential including those who may experience barriers to success
and would benefit from this unique opportunity. For more info:
https://jobs-emplois.ottawa.ca/job-invite/11678/
Volunteer Hours Opportunity
In need of Scribes, Proctors and/or Tutors to help with the testing process for students taking the Canada Safety Council Home Alone and Babysitting Course.
Volunteers are mainly needed on PD Days, March Break, Christmas Holidays, during the summer months and some weekends.
The length of time required is usually for a few hours on these days.
For more information visit www.basicswithkaren.ca
Grade 9 & 10 Students
Looking for Volunteer Hours?
Grads
Ottawa Info Session
Tuesday November 18th from 7-9 PM
Tom Brown Hall
(141 Bayview Station Rd, Ottawa, ON)
A Structured and purposeful GAP Year.
Build confidence, connections and direction you need to thrive in adulthood.
What if you could receive a $3,000 FSL bursary to pursue your postsecondary studies in French?
Apply now!
Find out all the details: ACUFC.ca/FSLbursaries
“Peace be with you. Dearest brothers and sisters, this was the first greeting of the risen Christ, the good shepherd who gave his life for the flock of God. I, too, would like this greeting of peace to enter your hearts, to reach your families and all people, wherever they are; and all the peoples, and all the earth: Peace be with you.”
Robert Prevost (Pope Leo XIV)