Bayridge Secondary School

Monday, Sept 24, 2018

• The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee.  We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Metis, Inuit and other First Nations from across Turtle Island.  We honour their cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land. 

• BSS and the Limestone District School Board will be participating in Orange Shirt Day on Thursday.  All staff and students are asked to please wear an orange shirt to school on Thursday.  Videos about Orange Shirt Day will be shown in the main bear pit on Wednesday and Thursday at lunch.  Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, BC in the spring of 2013.  If grew out of Phyllis’ story of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at the Mission , and it has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually.  The date was chosen because it is the time of year in which children were taken from their homes to residential schools.  Orange Shirt Day is also an opportunity for first Nations, local governments, schools and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. 

• Student Council meeting today at lunch in the Drama Room.  Would all representatives please attend and would Connection Crew, Arts Council and Athletics Council please have your liaisons attend this meeting as well. 

• Congratulations to the Junior Boys football team on their 26-7 winning performance over Ernestown on Friday.  Zac Mathews and Cale McCallum led the offensive charge where Matt Jaansalu had six points off his foot.  Never too late to join junior football!  See Mr. Allen for more information. 

• There will be a brief meeting for all students involved in Tech Crew and those hoping to join this year at lunch in room 134.  Looking forward to seeing all of our Backstage Ninjas! 

• Hey Blazers!  Do you have any desire to throw dodgeballs at teachers?  If so, you will get your chance on Thursday, September 27^th in our Toonies for Terry Students vs. Staff Dodgeball game at lunch.  Donate $2 or more to be entered into the gym play against or watch the epic fundraiser for Terry Fox.  You can bring your money to the PE office to get your ticket to play or watch. 

• The Coding Club meeting will be held TODAY at lunch in Room 140.  See you there! 

• BSS Clothing is on sale NOW!!!  Check out the new hoodie and sweat pant designs in the Paw Shop.  Order forms available in Room 118 and the Paw Shop.  Completed order forms should be returned to the drop box in the main office. 

• Hey Blazers!  Our annual food drive is coming up on October 10^th and we need YOUR help!  We are looking for volunteers and parent drivers.  If you are interested, want volunteer hours and want to help your community, then pick up a permission form in the main office. 

• Today’s special in the Cafeteria is a mac n cheese bowl for $3.50.

Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018 

• Ultimate Frisbee practice will be held on Wednesday and Friday this week.  Meet on the main field 11:30 dressed and ready to play. 

• The Arts Council will meet today at lunch in Room 139.  New members are welcome. 

• Attention Jr. Girls Basketball players – there will be a quick meeting today at lunch in Room 108. 

• There will be an Athletic Council meeting Tuesday at lunch in Room 130.  New members are welcome.

• Grade 10 and 11 students!  Are you interested in a 9 or 12 week exchange to Europe or a summer exchange?  Then you and your parents are invited to an Information Night this Wednesday, September 19^th at 7pm at Frontenac SS.  Meet students who have done this exchange and ISE representatives.  Also, spaces are open for students wanting to do an exchange to France this coming February. 

• There will be a Rainbow Club meeting Wednesday at lunch in the drama room. 

• Attention all of LAST YEAR’S Jr. Girls Basketball players!!  If you didn’t return your jersey, please do so ASAP as we do not have enough for our current players!  Thank you!

• BSS Clothing is on sale NOW!!!  Check out the new hoodie and sweat pant designs in the Paw Shop.  Order forms available in Room 118 and the Paw Shop.  Completed order forms should be returned to the drop box in the main office. 

• Today’s special in the Cafeteria is a tuna melt and fries for $5.  Pizza buns are also available!   

Wednesday, Sept 19, 2018

• Last night the field hockey team dominated their KASSAA season opener doubleheader with two 3-0 shutouts.  In the first game against Ernestown, Emily Steele, Katie Jackson and Reese Jamieson scored with assists from Jill Parks, Annie Heitmann and Emily Steele.  The Blazers kept the momentum going against LaSalle, as Abby Dwane potted one and Katie Jackson scored twice to take the win.  Maria Amsden led our defense, who helped rookie goalie, Brooke Hagerman, keep the ball out of our net for the entire two games.  Congratulations to all of our girls for an amazing start to the season!!

• ALL STUDENTS who have purchased a temporary student card from the Paw Shop – please go to the Paw Shop at lunch today!

• There will be a brief meeting for all girls going to the softball tournament next week.  Please meet in Room 140 at the start of lunch TODAY!

• International students are reminded of the mandatory meeting on TOMORROW in Room 113 (in Social Science area).  International students will hear speeches and vote for their representatives during this meeting.  Candidates are reminded to see Ms. Scarlett with their speeches. 

• Do you love to sing, or even just wish that you could?  Everyone is welcome!  Come to the Music Room Thursdays at lunch!  Do-re-mi-fah-“see” you there!

• Why just play video games when you can make them?  If you’re interested in learning how to code while making games and having fun, you need to come to the first meeting of Coding Club in Room 140 at lunch this Friday.  We’ll be learning how to build virtual robot tanks and having them fight each other on a weekly basis.  Come out and fulfil your destiny as Bayridge Battlebot Champion!  See Mr. Swaine for details. 

• Writing Club is happening TODAY at lunch in Room 112 with Ms. Riley.

• Ultimate Frisbee practice will be held TODAY and Friday this week.  Meet on the main field 11:30 dressed and ready to play. 

• Attention Grade 12’s  - The Loyalist College visit that was scheduled for today has been moved to October 15^th.  If you signed up to attend the session today, you will need to sign up again in October.  St. Lawrence College will be here today at noon.    

• Grade 10 and 11 students!  Are you interested in a 9 or 12 week exchange to Europe or a summer exchange?  Then you and your parents are invited to an Information Night TONIGHT at 7pm at Frontenac SS.  Meet students who have done this exchange and ISE representatives.  Also, spaces are open for students wanting to do an exchange to France this coming February. 

• Chess Club is today after school in the Social Science bearpit.  Check mate!

• There will be a Rainbow Club meeting TODAY at lunch in the drama room. 

• BSS Clothing is on sale NOW!!!  Check out the new hoodie and sweat pant designs in the Paw Shop.  Order forms available in Room 118 and the Paw Shop.  Completed order forms should be returned to the drop box in the main office. 

• Today’s special in the Cafeteria is chicken parm over spaghetti for $5.  Pizza buns are also available!

• Your Wellness Wednesday tip for today is: did you know that when you eat and don’t eat can have a powerful impact on your mental health?  Studies have show a consistent trend between a higher intake of fruits, vegetables and fish, and lower rates of depression, low mood and anxiety.  Eat more of these foods to improve your wellness!    

Thursday, Sept 20, 2018

• Students who received invitations to volunteer in the Paw Shop are reminded to attend the meeting TOMORROW at lunch in Room 113 to confirm your position. 

• There will be a DECA meeting for anyone interested in joining the club this year at lunch in Room 201.  Hope to see you there!

• It’s Hot Lunch time again hosted by the Culinary Arts students this Friday!  Come to Room 141 to get your $5 hot lunch.  This week’s menu features roasted carrot soup, roasted caprese chicken, roasted beets, fresh pasta with creamy pesto sauce and for dessert, lemon blueberry cheesecake parfaits – all for the low price of $5!!  Don’t miss it TOMORROW!

• International students are reminded of the mandatory meeting TODAY in Room 113 (in Social Science area).  International students will hear speeches and vote for their representatives during this meeting.  Candidates are reminded to see Ms. Scarlett with their speeches. 

• Do you love to sing, or even just wish that you could?  Everyone is welcome!  Come to the Music Room TODAY at lunch!  Do-re-mi-fah-“see” you there!

• Why just play video games when you can make them?  If you’re interested in learning how to code while making games and having fun, you need to come to the first meeting of Coding Club in Room 140 at lunch TOMORROW.  We’ll be learning how to build virtual robot tanks and having them fight each other on a weekly basis.  Come out and fulfil your destiny as Bayridge Battlebot Champion!  See Mr. Swaine for details. 

• Ultimate Frisbee practice will be held TOMORROW.  Meet on the main field 11:30 dressed and ready to play. 

• BSS Clothing is on sale NOW!!!  Check out the new hoodie and sweat pant designs in the Paw Shop.  Order forms available in Room 118 and the Paw Shop.  Completed order forms should be returned to the drop box in the main office. 

• The Arts Council is hosting the first photo gallery of the year.  The theme is Summer Memories.  Photos can be emailed to bssphotogallery@gmail.com by TOMORROW!

• Today’s special in the Cafeteria is chicken strips and plum sauce for $3.  Add a side of fries for $1.50.   

Friday, Sept. 21, 2018

• Hey Blazers!  The first house challenge of the year is happening TODAY!  Do you think you know your music?  Come on down to the cafeteria at lunch to earn your grade some points!

• Students who received invitations to volunteer in the Paw Shop are reminded to attend the meeting TODAY at lunch in Room 113 to confirm your position. 

• Hey Blazers!  Do you have any desire to throw dodgeballs at teachers?  If so, you will get your chance on Thursday, September 27^th in our Toonies for Terry Students vs. Staff Dodgeball game at lunch.  Donate $2 or more to be entered into the gym play against or watch the epic fundraiser for Terry Fox.  You can bring your money to the PE office to get your ticket to play or watch. 

• Congratulations to the Senior Boy’s Volleyball team on their 3-1 victory over Granite Ridge last night. 

• It’s Hot Lunch time again hosted by the Culinary Arts students TODAY!  Come to Room 141 to get your plate featuring roasted carrot soup, roasted caprese chicken, roasted beets, fresh pasta with creamy pesto sauce and for dessert, lemon blueberry cheesecake parfaits – all for the low price of $5!!  Don’t miss it TODAY!

• The Coding Club meeting that was to be today at lunch in Room 140 has been postponed to Monday in order to allow more people to attend the colour house challenge at lunch! 

• Ultimate Frisbee practice will be held TODAY!  Meet on the main field 11:30 dressed and ready to play. 

• BSS Clothing is on sale NOW!!!  Check out the new hoodie and sweat pant designs in the Paw Shop.  Order forms available in Room 118 and the Paw Shop.  Completed order forms should be returned to the drop box in the main office. 

• The Arts Council is hosting the first photo gallery of the year.  The theme is Summer Memories.  Photos can be emailed to bssphotogallery@gmail.com.  Today is the last day for submissions!

• Today’s special in the Cafeteria is tomato rotini soup and a turkey sandwich for $5.