Friday, May 28, 2015

EQAO

The EQAO Grade 9 math test is coming up on Monday June 8th. The test is for all Grade 9 pre-ap, gifted, academic and applied students. This EQAO test will be administered from 8:30 to 12:00 pm and students must arrive at school at 8:30 am sharp. A list of rooms students will write in is posted in the Main Office. If you would like extra help, please speak to your classroom math teacher. If you have any questions about the Grade 9 EQAO math test, please see Mr. Masciotra.

Scholarships for people interested in helping others

The Michael Syron Burasry awards $1000 to high school students from Etobicoke who are entering a college or university program in humanities, law or social sciences. The award is designed for students who have overcome personal challenged in their pathway to a post-secondary program.
Applications are available in Guidance . Speak with your counsellor for more information.

Scholarships for young women

Scholarships to the U of T, Ryerson, York and Humber degree programs are available to female students from Etobicoke who need financial assistance to earn a university degree.

See poster in Guidance or speak with your counsellor for more information. 

Bear Air

Bear Air executive team applications are now available. Download a copy from the Facebook group or contact Mina or Manny to receive a copy or ask questions. Deadline is Friday, May 29.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Music Council

Hey Bears, Carnival is fast approaching and Music Council will be hosting the Carnival Photobooth!
Come find us outside during carnival to take funny pictures with your friends.
Printed photos are only 25 cents each.

BAC Applications

Hey Bears, the BAC is still accepting executive applications. The application form and details of the positions have been posted on the general council Facebook group. Please email your application to Mr. Youssef and Ms. Ho as a Word document by Thursday, May 28. For those who have already applied, please reapply as per the new instructions. 

Bear Air Exec Applications

Bear Air executive team applications are now available. Download a copy from the Facebook group or contact Mina or Manny to receive a copy or ask questions. Deadline is Friday, May 29.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Bear Air Exec Applications

Bear Air executive team applications are now available. Download a copy from the Facebook group or contact Mina or Manny to receive a copy or ask questions. Deadline is Friday, May 29.

IEP Students

Thursday May 28 is the last day to sign up for writing exams in Room 103/102. Afternoon exams which are 1 to 1.5 hours in length will start at 12 noon. Afternoon exams which are 2 to 2.5 hours in length will begin at 10 am. If you do not require extra time, please write in the room specified on your exam schedule.

EQAO

The EQAO Grade 9 math test is coming up on Monday June 8th. The test is for all Grade 9 pre-ap, gifted, academic and applied students. This EQAO test will be administered from 8:30 to 12:00 pm and students must arrive at school at 8:30 am sharp. A list of rooms students will write in is posted in the Main Office. If you would like extra help, please speak to your classroom math teacher. If you have any questions about the Grade 9 EQAO math test, please see Mr. Masciotra.

Meetings of the Day

• Art Club - @ Lunch - Rm. 114
• MEC Planting - @ Lunch - Around the naturalized area in back of school

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Jr Rugby

Please dismiss the Jr Rugby team at 11 am for their city semi-final at Sunnybrook Park.

IEP Students

Thursday May 28 is the last day to sign up for writing exams in Room 103/102. Afternoon exams which are 1 to 1.5 hours in length will start at 12 noon. Afternoon exams which are 2 to 2.5 hours in length will begin at 10 am. If you do not require extra time, please write in the room specified on your exam schedule.

Prefects Exec Applications

Prefects exec applications for the 2015/2016 school year are now available in the Prefects mailbox in the main office. Applications are due Tuesday June 2 at 3:05 pm. Good luck to all those applying.

EQAO

The EQAO Grade 9 math test for all Grade 9 pre-ap, gifted, academic and applied students. This EQAO test will be administered from 8:30 to 12:00 pm and students must arrive at school at 8:30 am sharp. A list of rooms students will write in is posted in the Main Office. If you would like extra help, please speak to your classroom math teacher. If you have any questions about the Grade 9 EQAO math test, please see Mr. Masciotra.

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Bear Air

Bear Air executive team applications are now available. Download a copy from the Facebook group or contact Mina or Manny to receive a copy or ask questions. Deadline is Friday, May 29.

Nutrition Program Exec Applications

Nutrition Program Executive applications are now available. Please download one from the Nutrition Program Facebook group. If you are not a member of the Facebook group, please contact Co-presidents Albany or Mina to receive the document, or pick one up in person, from the folder in Rm. 101. Applications are due Wednesday, May 27. 

Meetings of the Day

• Beacon - @ Lunch - Rm. 140
• SHSM @ Lunch - Rm. 101
• Homework Help - after school - Rm. 136

Monday, May 25, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Scholarships with fast-approaching deadlines!

Submissions for the Community/Police Liaison Scholarship are due TODAY by 4 pm in the Guidance office.
Submissions for the Abercrombie Scholarship are due by 4 pm on Wednesday, May 27 in the Guidance office.
Submissions for a huge variety of scholarships available to students of African heritage are due by Jun 1--see the poster in Guidance or talk with your counsellor.

Nutrition Program Exec applications

Nutrition Program Executive applications are now available. Please download one from the Nutrition Program Facebook group. If you are not a member of the Facebook group, please contact Co-presidents Albany Turner or Mina Ivosev to receive the document, or pick one up in person today, from the folder in Rm. 101. Applications are due Wednesday, May 27. Thanks for applying!

GSA

A reminder to all members of the GSA that today is our last meeting! Join us at lunch in Rm. 169 to talk about next year's plan, Carnival, Pride Parade and more. All those who ordered sweaters must attend. See you there.

Bear Air

Bear Air executive team applications are now available. Download a copy from the Facebook group or contact Mina Ivosev or Manny Bissell-Barahona to receive a copy or ask questions. Deadline is Friday, May 29.

Music Council Bubble Tea

Music Council is hosting their bubble tea sale tomorrow! Come down to the foyer for a bubble tea for only 2 dollars and 1.75 without tapioca! Hope to see you all there!

Meetings of the Day

• Jr Rugby - After school - Big field
• <3 GSA <3 - @ Lunch - Rm. 169

Friday, May 22, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Beacon Exec Applications

Beacon exec applications are now available in the office mailbox. Pick one up and return it by May 22 at 3:10 pm!

Nutrition Program Exec Applications

Nutrition Program Executive applications are now available. Please download one from the Nutrition Program Facebook group. If you are not a member of the Facebook group, please contact Co-presidents Albany Turner or Mina Ivosev to receive the document, or pick one up in person on Monday, from the folder in Rm. 101. Applications are due Wednesday, May 27. Thanks for applying!

Mental Health

This is a reminder about the following meeting about mental health at lunch today in room 144. This is for all students who participated in the first focus group 2 weeks ago. 

Meetings

• Yoga- @lunch- Small Caf. 

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Scholarship with tight deadline!

Grads are invited to apply for the Abercrombie Scholarship worth approximately $500. Applicants must be leaders in their community and must be involved in athletics.
Martingrove can nominate only two students for this aware. Applications are available in Guidance by 4 pm on Wednesday, May 27.

Reminder to students who applied to Ontario universities

All universities are required to let you know whether you have been accepted or denied a place by next Thursday, May 28. 

You must respond by Monday, June 1 on the OUAC site.

Meetings of the Day

• United Way - @ Lunch - Rm. 112

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Athletic Banquet

The Athletic Banquet is Tuesday June 2nd. Tickets are 10 dollars and are being sold outside the gym from May 20th to 28th. Doors open at 5:30, dinner is at 6:00. All MCI students are welcome to attend. Come celebrate athletics at MCI!

Attention all who wish to graduate this year:

Don't forget that a compulsory component of your high school diploma is proof of completing at least 40 hours of community service.We will accept letters, certificates or the TDSB volunteer passport--any kind of proof as long as it is a paper copy with a signature. You will not graduate if you do not hand in your community service hours! Do not let this happen! If you have any questions, come to Guidance.

Asian Heritage Community Night is happening this week

You and your whole family are invited to Martingrove's Auditorium on Thursday from 6 to 8 in the evening to learn about school and community resources, enjoy student performances and delicious food, and to celebrate Asian Heritage Month!

Nutrition Program: Wednesday after school prep:

Wednesday after school prep session has been cancelled due to a shortage of bread. 

Intramural Basketball

Intramural basketball playoffs continue all week. Playoffs begin today with the tier 1 and tier 2 quarterfinals. All teams must check the updated schedule.

Meetings of the Day

• Jr Rugby - Practice after school - Small field

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Personal Fitness students:

This is a reminder that the 5K Summative Run takes place tomorrow morning. Please report to the foyer for registration at 8 am and race bib pick-up. The race starts at 8:30 am sharp. The forecast for tomorrow morning is only 5 degrees so please dress appropriately. If you do not run tomorrow morning you will have to attend the make-up. This make-up run is 12.5 laps on the track on May 27.

Jr Rugby

Congrats to the Jr Rugby team for winning the regional championships. We practice Wednesday after school, Thursday and Friday morning for our city semi-finals.

MSME

Martingrove small Music Ensemble is hosting their annual Music Melange next Tuesday, May 19 at 7pm in the band room. It's a night full of spectacular music, extraordinary performers and mind-blowing talent! Invite your friends and family and come out to support MCI's music program! Tickets are three dollars each.

Music Department

Students involved in the tonight "Music Melange" performance must report to the Room 115 for a brief meeting. All students must attend! Please be there by 3:15 pm.

Those who want to graduate this year:

Don't forget that a compulsory component of your high school diploma is proof of completing at least 40 hours of community service.We will accept letters, certificates or the TDSB volunteer passport--any kind of proof as long as it is a paper copy with a signature. You will not graduate if you do not hand in your community service hours! Do not let this happen! If you have any questions, come to Guidance.

Asian Heritage Community Night is happening this week!

You and your whole family are invited to Martingrove's Auditorium on Thursday from 6 to 8 in the evening to learn about school and community resources, enjoy student performances and delicious food, and to celebrate Asian Heritage Month!

Meetings of the Day

• Peer tutoring - after school - Rm. 136
• Asian Heritage Assembly Rehearsal - Tomorrow after school - Aud

Friday, May 15, 2015

Mock EQAO

The MOCK EQAO MATH TEST is coming up on Tuesday, May 19th. This test is mandatory for all Grade 9 Pre-Ap, Gifted, Academic and Applied students. This mock test will be administered from 8:30 to 9:50 am. A list of rooms students will write in, is posted in the main office. Please also note that regular scheduled classes will resume at 10:20 am for all students.

Important summer school registration reminder

Did you request a summer course on the TDSB website?
In order for your request to be approved, you must

1. Print the request form
2. Get the form signed by your parent or guardian
3. Bring it in to Guidance

This process is the same for both eLearning and in-class summer school. 

If you have any questions about summer school, speak with your Guidance counsellor soon.

Relay for Life

Relay for Life is just around the corner! Come on Tuesday with your tests, lawn chairs, team costumes and most importantly your energy! Get amped MCI!

MSME

Martingrove small Music Ensemble is hosting their annual Music Melange next Tuesday, May 19 at 7pm in the band room. It's a night full of spectacular music, extraordinary performers and mind-blowing talent! Invite your friends and family and come out to support MCI's music program! Tickets are three dollars each.

Jr Rugby

Please excuse the Jr Rugby team at 10:30 today for their Regional Final game. Please meet in the foyer for TTC tickets and directions to Sunnybrook Park.

Meetings of the Day

• MEC General and Exec - @ Lunch - Rm. 141

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Mock EQAO

The MOCK EQAO MATH TEST is coming up on Tuesday, May 19th. This test is mandatory for all Grade 9 Pre-Ap, Gifted, Academic and Applied students. This mock test will be administered from 8:30 to 9:50 am. A list of rooms students will write in, is posted in the main office. Please also note that regular scheduled classes will resume at 10:20 am for all students.

Poetry Lunch

MCI staff and students: come to the library during the lunch hour on Thursday to celebrate poetry at Martingrove! Doors will be open for the entire lunch hour and food and drinks will be allowed for this fantastic celebration. Hear the winners of the Poetry Contest!\
Notice to MCI staff and students: the library will be closed to regular use during 4th period and after school. MCI is hosting a regional meeting for Teach librarians from across the board.

Ms. Kariko's Calculus class

Ms. Kariko's Calculus and Vectors test will be written in the auditorium during period 4 today.

Meetings of the Day

• Nutrition Program Lunch - @ Lunch - Rm. 101
• Tennis Meeting - Tomorrow, start of lunch - Rm. 236

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Special Education

To any student with an IEP (Individual Education Plan) who requires extra time or the use of computers, please fill out an Exam Request form in Rm. 102 and hand this into the Spec Ed Department. If you have signed up to write your exams in 102/103 afternoon exams will begin earlier--a 2 and 2.5 hours exam will begin at 10 am, a 1 and 1.5 hour exam will begin at 12 pm. Students who require TDSB busing will be writing exams in the morning only. Final date to submit this form is Friday, May 29.

Co-op

Reminder there is a workshop for all co-op students that missed the presentation on Workplace Violence and Harassment today at the start of lunch in Rm. 145. Do not miss, it is mandatory.

Mock EQAO

The MOCK EQAO MATH TEST is coming up on Tuesday, May 19th. This test is mandatory for all Grade 9 Pre-Ap, Gifted, Academic and Applied students. This mock test will be administered from 8:30 to 9:50 am. A list of rooms students will write in, is posted in the main office. Please also note that regular scheduled classes will resume at 10:20 am for all students.

Cricket

Cricket practice will take place today at 3:15 pm in the main Gym.

Cricket game is scheduled for Friday, May 15.

Most Important Bears

Does someone in this building stand out to you? Do you want them to be recognized for their achievements inside school, in our halls, or outside school? If so, pick up a nomination form for Martingrove's most important bears from the Beacon Mailbox in the office. The last day to submit your nominations into the Beacon mailbox, will be on Monday May 11th. Winners will be featured in the next issue of the Beacon.

Jr Boys Soccer

There will be a mandatory practice for all members of the Jr Boys Soccer team Wednesday after school. That's a Jr Boy's Soccer practice Wednesday after school on the field.

Meetings of the Day

• Beacon - @ Lunch - Rm. 140

Monday, May 11, 2015

Sr/Jr Rugby

Sr Rugby: You are dismissed today at 1:00 for your 2:00 pm Home Playoff Game.
Jr Rugby: You are not dismissed early, please be on the field ready to warm up by 3:30 pm for our 4:30 Playoff Home Game.

Most Important Bears

Does someone in this building stand out to you? Do you want them to be recognized for their achievements inside school, in our halls, or outside school? If so, pick up a nomination form for Martingrove's most important bears from the Beacon Mailbox in the office. The last day to submit your nominations into the Beacon mailbox, will be on Monday May 11th. Winners will be featured in the next issue of the Beacon.

Grade 9 Mock EQAO

The MOCK EQAO MATH TEST is coming up on Tuesday, May 19th. This test is mandatory for all Grade 9 Pre-Ap, Gifted, Academic and Applied students. This mock test will be administered from 8:30 to 9:50 am. A list of rooms students will write in, is posted in the main office. Please also note that regular scheduled classes will resume at 10:20 am for all students.

Special Education

To any student with an IEP (Individual Education Plan) who requires extra time or the use of computers, please fill out an Exam Request form in Rm. 102 and hand this into the Spec Ed Department. If you have signed up to write your exams in 102/103 afternoon exams will begin earlier--a 2 and 2.5 hours exam will begin at 10 am, a 1 and 1.5 hour exam will begin at 12 pm. Students who require TDSB busing will be writing exams in the morning only. Final date to submit this form is Friday, May 29.

Meetings of the Day

• <3 GSA <3 - @ Lunch - Rm. 169

Thursday, May 7, 2015

AP Exams

This message is for all Grade 12  AP students. In July, your AP scores will be available online. You must sign up at apscore.org now to get your AP scores. Any problems, see Ms. Righetti.

AP Exams

Attention MCI! All of this week and next week we will be having AP Exams in the Auditorium. We ask you to please remain quiet when around the Aud.

Stratford Trip

Would the following students please se Mr. Kay to pay their final installment of their ticket for the Stratford Trip: Josie Sloan, Carly Richards, Hamdah Shabbir, and Chantal Meyer.

Most Important Bears

Does someone in this building stand out to you? Do you want them to be recognized for their achievements inside school, in our halls, or outside school? If so, pick up a nomination form for Martingrove's most important bears from the Beacon Mailbox in the office. The last day to submit your nominations into the Beacon mailbox, will be on Monday May 11th. Winners will be featured in the next issue of the Beacon.

Grade 9 Mock EQAO Math Test

The MOCK EQAO MATH TEST is coming up on Tuesday, May 19th. This test is mandatory for all Grade 9 Pre-Ap, Gifted, Academic and Applied students. This mock test will be administered from 8:30 to 9:50 am. A list of rooms students will write in, is posted in the main office. Please also note that regular scheduled classes will resume at 10:15 am for all students. 

Mental Health Week

Are you getting 8 hours of sleep every night? Are you filling up on fast foods and not balancing it with fruits and vegetables? Do you spend quality time with people who matter to you? Running on empty makes the day seem longer and your tasks seem more difficult. Be sure to take some time for yourself--do something you enjoy like spending time with friends, exercising, watching movies, or listening to music. For more information on where you can go for help, speak to a parent, school staff member or go to www.kidshelpphone.com.

Special Education

To any student with an IEP (Individual Education Plan) who requires extra time or the use of computers, please fill out an Exam Request form in Rm. 102 and hand this into the Spec Ed Department. If you have signed up to write your exams in 102/103 afternoon exams will begin earlier--a 2 and 2.5 hours exam will begin at 10 am, a 1 and 1.5 hour exam will begin at 12 pm. Students who require TDSB busing will be writing exams in the morning only. Final date to submit this form is Friday, May 29.

Meetings of the Day

• Sr Rugby - Practice after school - Outside
• Key Club - @ Lunch - Rm. 169

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

AP Exams

This message is for all Grade 12 students. In July, your AP scores will be available online. You must sign up at apscore.org now to get your AP scores. Any problems, see Ms. Righetti.

AP Exams

Attention MCI! All of this week and next week we will be having AP Exams in the Auditorium. We ask you to please remain quiet when around the Aud.

Mental Health Week

How well do you know yourself? When do you do your best work? Find the right time to get your work done. Take the time for personal reflection and figure out how and when you do your best work, you'll find that you become more efficient. For more information on where you can go for help, speak to a parent, a school staff member or go to www.kidshelpphone.ca. 

Stratford Trip

Would the following students please se Mr. Kay to pay their final installment of their ticket for the Stratford Trip: Josie Sloan, Carly Richards, Hamdah Shabbir, and Chantal Meyer.

Meetings of the Day

• Beacon - @ Lunch - Rm. 140
• MCI Robotics Team - @ Lunch - Rm. 110

Monday, May 4, 2015

Co-op

Reminder of a meeting for Co-op students that have applied for next year in the career of: Hospital and Teaching Positions. Please come to Rm. 145 at the start of lunch.

TDSB semester 2 eLearning report cards are here

You can pick up a printed copy of your TDSB semester 2 mid-term report card in Guidance.

AP Exams

This message is for all Grade 12 students. In July, your AP scores will be available online. You must sign up at apscore.org now to get your AP scores. Any problems, see Ms. Righetti.

Registration for TDSB Summer School has begun!

You can now log in to your TDSB account and submit an application for any kind of summer course--in-class or online, new or remedial credit.

If you have any questions, please speak with your helpful Guidance Counsellor. 

Once you have begun an application don't forget to bring the permission form signed by your parent to Guidance so that we can approve your request.

AP Exams

Attention MCI! All of this week and next week we will be having AP Exams in the Auditorium. We ask you to please remain quiet when around the Aud.

Meetings of the Day

• <3 GSA <3 - @ Lunch - Rm. 169

Friday, May 1, 2015

Prom

Hey MCI! Get ready for Prom! The SAC will be selling tickets this week only at lunch in the conference room! Tickets cost $80 for MCI students and $85 for guests.

Tennis

Students who are interested in joining the tennis team are to see Ms. Righetti ASAP! Tryouts are today and Monday after school.

TDSB Summer School Registration Information:

You can start applying to TDSB summer school on Monday, May 4. 

A full list of courses and locations is available in Guidance and online.

New credit courses will fill on a first come, first served basis, so you are urged to complete the registration process as quickly as possible.

Speak with your friendly Guidance Counsellor for more information.

AP Exams

This message is for all Grade 12 students. In July, your AP scores will be available online. You must sign up at apscore.org now to get your AP scores. Any problems, see Ms. Righetti.

MEC Recycling

Hey Martingrove!

For all interested in being part of MCI's recycling program, there is an important meeting today @ Lunch in room 141! Remember, you will be earning volunteer hours! Be sure to stop by.

Meetings of the Day

• Engineering Workshop, pt. 2 - @ Lunch - Rm. 110
• MEC: General and Exec - @ 2nd half of lunch - Rm. 141