Have an amazing summer!

Thanks for an amazing year! Have an awesome summer. See you in September!

Thursday, June 8th, 2017

Volunteer Opportunity

A new summer volunteer opportunity at Montgomery Inn has applications opening today. It is a culinary arts project. Information is in guidance.

Yearbook

YEARBOOKS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TODAY AT LUNCH. Grade 9s can pick up their yearbook in the conference room, and anyone else who didn't pick up their yearbooks previously.

You must bring photo ID, and ensure that all outstanding library books and team uniforms have been returned, or you WILL NOT GET YOUR YEARBOOK.

Meetings of the Day

  • None!

Thursday, March 7th, 2017

Cricket

Cricket tryout will take place on Friday after school at 3:15 in the main gym. Students interested must submit their form by lunch in room 235A.

United Way

United Way is having their clothing drive from Tuesday to Friday. Bring some unused clothing or clothing you would like to donate to the foyer in the food donation boxes already there. Last day is tomorrow! So make sure to bring some clothing

Intramural Dodgeball

Tournament begins next week. All teams must check the schedule and be ready for Monday.

Intramural Basketball

Signups begin today. Make your teams before the March Break.

Senior Boys' Soccer

The first tryout is ion Wednesday. Players must pick up a permission form off the red board.


Ultimate Frisbee

The next tryout is Tuesday, March 7 at 7:15 AM. Tryout forms are available outside Guidance. New players are welcome!

For All Grade 12 Students

Please check the Grad Composite ion the window of the main office to make sure of the following:

  1. Your name is spelled correctly
  2. Your picture is included in the composite
  3. If you have any other concerns or questions please see Ms. Mavrou in the main office

The composite will be submitted in the next few weeks, so please make sure to see Ms. Mavrou if there are any changes.

BAC Pep Rally

The event you've all been waiting for is here! Pep Rally is tomorrow! Come out in your best Bear Pride and show some school spirit! See you there!

Martingrove Stage Company

Hey Bears! Martingrove Stage Company will be selling tickets to the annual Sears Drama Festival. Tickets are $5 each or $4 if you're buying in a group on Tuesday, February 28th and Thursday, March 2nd. Come and support Martingrove as we perform among many other schools..

Meetings of the Day

  • Key Club - Lunch - 268
  • Exercise to Success - After school - Weight room
  • Peer Tutoring - after school - 136

Friday, February 24th, 2017

Ultimate Frisbee

Anyone interested in trying out for and playing on the Ultimate Frisbee team this year should pick up a form outside of Guidance. First session  is Tuesday, February 28th at 7:15 AM. See you there!

MEC

Hey MCI! MEC is once again holding their battery bake sale on February 28th. Come on down to the main foyer at lunch with your dead batteries and exchange them for cookies, cupcakes, brownies and more! Hope to see you three.

Music Council

Hey Martingrove, it's that time of year again! Music Council is having their annual Hot Chocolate Sale this Friday at lunch outside the Aud. A cup is only $1 and for $1.50 you can get toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and marshmallows! Hope to see you there!

Yearbook

Can all clubs that took their yearbook photo please submit the write-ups and names by March 1st, if haven't already done so.

Martingrove Stage Company

Hey Bears! Martingrove Stage Company will be selling tickets to the annual Sears Drama Festival. Tickets are $5 each or $4 if you're buying in a group on Tuesday, February 28th and Thursday, March 2nd. Come and support Martingrove as we perform among many other schools.

SAFE

For those involved in this year's Black History Month, there will be a dress rehearsal after school in the Aud. If you aren't there, you won't be in the assembly. If you have any questions, please come speak to Stephanie or Tavia.

Meetings of the Day

  • GSA - Lunch - 236

Thursday, February 23rd, 2017

Guidance

5th YEAR OPTIONS!! Are you in grade 12 and thinking about another year of high school?  Come to room 101 next Friday at lunch for a presentation about the many 5th options available in the TDSB. Speak with your Guidance Counsellor if you have any questions.

MEC

Hey MCI! MEC is once again holding their battery bake sale on February 28th. Come on down to the main foyer at lunch with your dead batteries and exchange them for cookies, cupcakes, brownies and more! Hope to see you three.

Music Council

Hey Martingrove, it's that time of year again! Music Council is having their annual Hot Chocolate Sale this Friday at lunch outside the Aud. A cup is only $1 and for $1.50 you can get toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and marshmallows! Hope to see you there!



Yearbook

Can all clubs that took their yearbook photo please submit the write-ups and names by March 1st, if haven't already done so.

SAFE

There will be a run through of the entire assembly on Friday after school in the Aud. Everyone involved must attend!

Meetings of the Day

  • None!

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017

We apologize once again for the lack of blog posts recently. We now have a new computer, so we should be able to post as normal. Thank you for your patience.


SHSM

Hey MCI, SHSM is hosting they first ever stress relief session tomorrow at lunch in the library. Come on down to talk to your fellow students, have some tea, learn some stress management skills, and have a great time. Hope to see you there!

Varsity Ice Hockey

The schedule is posted on the red board. See you all Thursday!

Rugby

There will be a very brief meeting Wednesday at lunch in room 136.

Girls' Junior Volleyball

Please return your uniform at the beginning of lunch to room 102.

Swim Team

There is an important meeting in room 142 for all going to cities tomorrow.

Yearbook

Can all clubs that took their yearbook photo please submit the write-ups and names by March 1st, if haven't already done so.

Fashion Show

A reminder that there is a short practice after school in the gym.

SAFE

There will be a run through of the entire assembly on Friday after school in the Aud. Everyone involved must attend!


Music

Attention all grade 9 and 10 strings students: There will be NO music development class today after school Mr. Stoica will see you in class for more information.


MEC

Hey MCI! MEC is once again holding their battery bake sale on February 28th. Come on down to the main foyer at lunch with your dead batteries and exchange them for cookies, cupcakes, brownies and more! Hope to see you three.

Music Council

Hey Martingrove, it's that time of year again! Music Council is having their annual Hot Chocolate Sale this Friday at lunch outside the Aud. A cup is only $1 and for $1.50 you can get toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and marshmallows! Hope to see you there!



Meetings of the Day

  • Christian Fellowship - Lunch - 144 - Pizza!
  • Art Club - Lunch - 114A
  • Homework Help - After school - 136

Friday, February 3rd, 2017

Apologies for the lack of blog posts as of late. We were unable to post due to technical difficulties. Blogging will continue as normal from this point forward.


Martingrove Stage Company

Hey bears! MSC is taking orders for the DVDs of "As You Like It", our winter production. DVDs are $10 each. We will be selling them from Wednesday, February 8th to Friday, February 10th in front of the aud.

Senior Rugby

To anyone interested in trying out for the Senior Boys' Rugby Team this year, there will be an information meeting TODAY at lunch in room 136.

Duke of Edinburgh

A big congrats to Radhika Jain on earning her bronze level award in the Duke of Ed. leadership program. You make MCI proud!

Martingrove Mentorship

Hey MCI! Have you ever wanted a mentor, or to be one? MCI's mentiorship network is a new program designed for grade 9s and 10s to match with grade 11s and 12s. Join the Facebook group Martingrove Mentorship Network, or follow us on Instagram @mci.mentorship.

Student Administrative Council

Hey MCI, do you want a "lit" time? A very "lit" time? Your SAC welcomes you to come to the Martingrove semi-formal on Thursday, February 16th. Tickets are being sold until Wednesday feb 18. They cost $50 each and are being sold in the conference room. We hope to see you there, MCI!

United Way

Hey MCI! Please bring in non-perishable food items for untied ways food drive! Drop off your donations in the bins in the foyer. Any donation helps!

MBA

Attention all MCI students who have bought a grey MCI sweater from MBA please come to the gym hallway to get your sweater! Please bring your student ID and reciepts.

Engineering Club

Listen up Engineering club members! Want to take part in the MCI's very own engineering design challenge? Come to room 110 to sign up this friday at lunch.

SAFE

Anyone who is interested in being in this years fasion show for the black history assembly, there will be a meeting monday feb 6 in room 103 at lunch.

MMUN

There will be an annual delegate workshop on feb. 7 and 8. Come down to room 265 on the 7th at lunch to learn the ins and outs of debating and other skills such as how to read and understand a resolution and how to submit an amendment. 

Meetings of the Day

  • ICLT- lunch- 165
  • MEC- lunch- 141

Wednesday, January 25th, 2017

Engineering Club

Listen up engineering club members! Want to take part in Martingrove's very own engineering idol? come on Friday.

Stratford Trip

It's 12th night, trip cost is 55 dollars. First-come first serve.

Dental Screening

Thursday Febraury Second- slip in guidance.

Meningitis immunization- plz do it

Sample announcement.

Sample Club

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Meetings of the Day

  • Club - Time - Room

Tuesday January 24, 2017

Art Show

Come to MCI's Art Show in room 106 on Wednesday at Lunch or Thursday at lunch. Come to view your peer's art work.

MMUN

The Country list is now posted on the history display case.

Stratford Trip

Attention all play and Shakespeare lovers: The annual Stratford Trip is on again. This year, the play is Twelfth Night and the ate of the trip is Tuesday, May 23, a day 2 on your schedule. The cost of the trip is $55 and tickets are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. There are only 50 seats available, so if you want to get information to take home to get money, see Mr. Kay in Rm. 173.

Meningoccal Immunization Clinic

Nurses from Toronto Public Health will be here on Friday. The clinic will be held in Room 170/Small Caf from 9:00-3:00. Students who need to visit the clinic must return their consent forms to the office by Wednesday (tomorrow!). Don't miss the clinic! Nurses are only here on Friday!

Meetings of the Day

  • Aesthetics-room 236- lunch 
  • Anime Club - 141 - Lunch - Last meeting for Wa-Ta-Mo-Te!
  • MCinema - 112 - Lunch
  • SAFE - 103 - Lunch - P.S. African Dance practice after school

Monday, January 23rd, 2017

ICLT

The Computer Science Club will be holding the annual chocolate madness sale on Tuesday the 24th. Come to the foyer during lunch and support our club by enjoying three chocolate cookies, brownies, or plain chocolate for less than the price of a bus ticket!

Art Show

Come to MCI's Art Show in Rm 106 on Wednesday or Thursday at lunch. Come see your peers' artwork!

Varsity Hockey

The Varsity Hockey team plays Humberside at 3 PM at IceSports Etobicoke on Wednesday.

Weight Room

The Weight Room will be closed Tuesday morning.

Meetings of the Day

  • SHSM - Lunch - 136
  • Art Club - Lunch - 114

Friday January 20th 2017

United Way

Hey MCI, there's a United Way meeting this Friday at lunch in room 172 for all members! Come out and see what we have planned for the new year!

ICLT

The Computer Science Club will be holding the annual chocolate madness sale on Tuesday the 24th. Come to the foyer during lunch and support our club by enjoying three chocolate cookies, brownies, or plain chocolate for less than the price of a bus ticket!

Guidance

Are you looking for a job? Help to prepare or enhance your resume? Help in contacting employers? Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

Guidance

So many events coming up!
Schulich Leader Scholarship Applications due by 4 p.m Mon. Jan. 23
OSAP/ Financial Aid workshop Tuesday, January 31 @ lunch- sign up in guidance
Dental screening by toronto public health thursady feb 2 sign up in guidance
Resume/ Job research Workshop Thu. Feb. 16- sign up in guidance 

Meetings of the Day

  • HOSA- Lunch- ????
  • MEC- Lunch- 141

Thursday, January 19th, 2017

Dual Credits

All students taking a second semester dual credit must come to a meeting Thursday at lunch in room 145. See Ms. Vransesic if you can't make the meeting.


United Way

Hey MCI, there's a United Way meeting this Friday at lunch in room 172 for all members! Come out and see what we have planned for the new year!

Guidance

Are you looking for a job? Help to prepare or enhance your resume? Help in contacting employers? Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

ICLT

The Computer Science Club will be holding the annual chocolate madness sale on Tuesday the 24th. Come to the foyer during lunch and support our club by enjoying three chocolate cookies, brownies, or plain chocolate for less than the price of a bus ticket!

Intramurals

Intramurals continue in full force now that the gym repairs are completed. All participants must check the updated schedule.

Varsity Ice Hockey

Our team plays Humberside next Wednesday at 3 PM at Icesports.

Meetings of the Day

  • Key Club - Lunch - 268
  • Peer Tutoring - After school - 136

Wednesday, January 18th, 2017

United Way

Hey MCI, there's a United Way meeting this Friday at lunch in room 172 for all members! Come out and see what we have planned for the new year!

Guidance

Are you looking for a job? Help to prepare or enhance your resume? Help in contacting employers? Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

Dual Credits

All students taking a second semester dual credit must come to a meeting Thursday at lunch in room 145. See Ms. Vransesic if you can't make the meeting.


Meetings of the Day

  • None!

Tuesday, January 17th, 2017

Guidance

Are you looking for a job? Help to prepare or enhance your resume? Help in contacting employers? Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

Martingrove Stage Company

Are you a story writer or script writer? Do you want your work to be showcased as a play for the school? Well then come to the information meeting Martingrove Stage Company is having on Tuesday, January 17 in Rm. 171 at lunch.

Dual Credits

All students taking a second semester dual credit must come to a meeting Thursday at lunch in room 145. See Ms. Vransesic if you can't make the meeting.

Jobs

Looking for a job, to enhance your resume, or to contact employers. Humber community employment services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th, 2017 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

OSAP/Financial  Aid and Workshop

Are you getting ready for college or university but not sure how to pay for it. You are invited to a lunch-time workshop on tuesday, january 31 to find out about OSAP and other financial tools available to you and your family to pay for post-secondary studies.

Free Dental Check-up

Toronto public health is coming to Martingrove to do free dental screenings for students. If you dont have a dentist or it has been a long time since you have had your teeth checked, you are welcome to take part in this program

Meetings of the Day

  • Martingrove Aesthetics Club - 236 - lunch
  • Beacon - Lunch - 144
  • Anime Club - Lunch  - 144
  • McInema - Lunch - 112
  • Peer Tutoring - After school 136

Monday, January 16th 2017

Relay

Today is the last day to apply to be relay for lifes entertainment chair!Pick up and submit your form in the relay mailbox in the office or online by 3:15 today, no extensions.

SAFE

Today there is mandatory meeting for those wanting to participate in the Black History Month Assembly and the dance practices. Rm 103. If tou cant make it please tell an exec.  

MSC

There is an info meeting for MSC on tuesday i  rm 171 at lunch for all people interested

Guidance

Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke.
Join them on Jan 25 from 3:30-5:30 to learn how you can land the job you want. Speak to guidance for more questions

Yearbook

Pictures with siblings and best friends are taken this week tue-fri in room 100.

Meetings of the Day

  • MEC- lunch- 141

Friday, January 13

Wrestling

The MCI Wrestling Team had an impressive outcome at the tournament with over 22 teams and clubs. Special mention to Mackenzie who took gold, Anderson with a silver and bronze, and Scott with a silver and bronze. Keep up the great work bears.

Yearbook

Would you like pictures of your best friends or siblings in the yearbook with you? Then come down to get your pictures taken for the yearbook on Tuesday to Friday of next week in Room 106! Sibling photos on Tuesday/Wednesday and best friend photos on Thursday/Friday. See you there!

Martingrove Stage Company

Are you a story writer or script writer? Do you want your work to be showcased as a play for the school? Well then come to the information meeting Martingrove Stage Company is having on Tuesday, January 17 in Rm. 171 at lunch.

Relay for Life

Are you dependable, responsible, and fun-loving? Do you want to join Relay For Life's executive council and have a big impact? Look no further, Relay is looking for a new entertainment chair! Forms are available in the Relay mailbox (main office) or online. All application are due on Monday, January 16th, no later than 3:15pm. Good luck to all those applying!

Thursday, January 12th, 2017

Exercise to success  

The exercise to success program will have a session today at 3:30 in the weight room. Come on out for a great workout and to be a part of a great community!

ICLT

There will be an ICLT club meeting for all general members on friday at lunch in room 105

SAFE

This monday, there will be a mandatory meeting regarding those who want to participate in the black history month assembly and the dance practices. The meeting will be held in room 103, if you cant make it, please consult the SAFE exec. Members, Stephanie, Tavia, Kalayia or Shawn

Nutrition Program

Attention all Nutrition program members: If you haven't picked up your hoodie yet please come to room 101 at the beginning of lunch today.

Boys' Hockey

The varsity boys' hockey team tied Silverthorn in a hard-hitting affair yesterday afternoon. Congrats to our goal scorers: Zach Gallow, Tyler Bochna, Jessie Leavoy, and Matt Hastie. The next game is Monday at 2:00 PM.

Relay for Life

Hey bears! Are you dependable, responsible, and fun-loving? Do you want to join Relay for Life's executive council and have a big impact? Look no further. Relay is looking for a new entertainment chair! Forms are available in the Relay mailbox in the main office, or online. All applications are due on Monday, January 16th, no later than 3:15 PM. Good luck to all those applying!

AP Calculus and Grade 10 Civics Exam - Extra Time

Students with special needs and ESL students who qualify for additional time on the AP Calculus Exam or the Grade 10 Civics exam on Wednesday, January 18th must sign up in room 102 no later than Friday, January 13th. Please note that students who are writing the Grade 10 Civics and AP Calculus exam will be receiving exam day schedule flyers very shortly.

Guidance

Are you looking for a job? Help to prepare or enhance your resume? Help in contacting employers? Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke. Join them on January 25th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to learn how you can land the job you want. Go to Guidance to get more information!

Martingrove Bears Apparel

Attention to all students who purchased Martingrove bear apparel, your orders have arrived! They will be distributed at lunch from the conference room. Bring your receipt and your student ID card upon pick up.

Grad Photos

-Grad photos will take place next week MONDAY JAN 16th- FRIDAY JAN 20th
- All students must sign up for their grad photo online
This morning in grade 12 homeform teachers handed out a notice. Please use the info in this notice to sign up for grad photo appointment online. If you did not receive this notice there are some available in the office.
-If you have any questions please see Ms. Mavrou in the main office.

Martingrove Stage Company

Are you a story writer or a script writer? Do you want your work to be showcased as a play for the school? Well then come to the information meeting MSC is having on Tuesday, January 17th in room 171 at lunch!

Meetings of the Day
  • Key club- lunch- 268
  • SHSM- lunch- 145
  • Peer tutoring - After school - 136

Wednesday, January 11th, 2017

MBA

Attention to all students who purchased Martingrove bear apparel, your orders have arrived! They will be distributed at lunch from the conference room. Bring your receipt and your student ID card upon pick up.

Grad Photos

-Grad photos will take place next week MONDAY JAN 16th- FRIDAY JAN 20th
- All students must sign up for their grad photo online
This morning in grade 12 homeform teachers handed out a notice. Please use the info in this notice to sign up for grad photo appointment online. If you did not receive this notice there are some available in the office.
-If you have any questions please see ms. Mavrou in the main office.


Guidance

If you are interested in becoming a lawyer or even curious as to what law is all about, you have the chance to spend a day at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law. If you would like to go on this trip; see the poster in guidance or speak with your counselors. Registration begins this Friday.

Humber Community Employment Services is offering a workshop in Etobicoke.
Join them January 25 from 3:30-5:30 to learn how you can land the job you want.
Go to Guidance to get more information!

Spend a Day at the U of T's Faculty of Law

Are you interested in learning more about becoming a lawyer? The University of Toronto invites you for a day top explore legal careers and how to apply to law school. Everything is free - meals, lectures, mock trials, workshops, and more! Sign-up begins this Friday. See the poster in Guidance or speak with your counsellor for more info.


Sr. Girls Volleyball

There's an important meeting for the team immediately after school today in the gym!


United Way

There's a meeting Friday at lunch in rm. 172.


Martingrove Stage Company

Are you a story writer or a script writer? Do you want your wrk to be showcased as a play for the school? Well then come to the information meeting MSC is having on Tuesday, January 17th in room 171 at lunch!

Martingrove Bears' Apparel

Attention to all students who purchased clothing, your orders have arrived! Merchandise distribution will be at lunch in the conference room. Please bring your receipt and your Student ID card upon pickup.
  

Meetings of the Day

  • Christian Fellowship - Lunch - 144
  • SHSM - Lunch - 145

Tuesday January 10th 2017

Jr. Girls Vball

There is no game today. It has been reschedueled for Thurs. Jan. 19 at North Albion. There is a practice tomorrow- Wed. rigth after school. Please see ms. Hollingsworth in rm 102 if you cant make it.

Grad Photos

-Grad photos will take place next week MONDAY JAN 16th- FRIDAY JAN 20th
- All students must sign up for their grad photo online
This morning in grade 12 homeform teachers handed out a notice. Please use the info in this notice to sign up for grad photo appointment online. If you did not receive this notice there are some available in the office.
-If you have any questions please see ms. Mavrou in the main office.

Meetings of the Day

  • Peer tutoring- after school- 136
  • Anime- lunch- 141
  • Mcinema- lunch- 112

Monday, January 9, 2017!

Guidance

UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS are due this Wednesday. Having any issues with you application? See your Guidance Counsellor TODAY!

Meetings of the Day

  • MBA @ Lunch; Gym C