Ms. Watson's Period 3 Gym Class is to meet in the library today.

COURSE CHANGES will begin today. This will be a slow process so please be patient and remain in your assigned classes until then. If you need a course change please sign in the yellow folder in the library.

ACTIVITY FAIR will begin Thursday afternoon to Monday after lunch. Sign up for your favourite Club, team, activity. Permission Forms will be available for Boys Soccer, Boys Volleyball and Cross Country and practices/meetings will happening soon.

TODAY IN THE WELLNESS ROOM there will be Kool Aid and Cookies. Stop buy and check it out!!

EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD TERRY FOX, BC never saw himself as remarkable. Terry was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma - cancer - just above the knee, the subsequent amputation of his leg and experience in the cancer wards changed him forever. A newly nurtured reservoir of compassion, combined with a fierce determination to bring an end to the suffering cancer causes, Terry Fox set on a path that, quite simply, changed the world. You can change the world for someone as well by participating in our Terry Fox Fundraising events like BINGO in the library at lunch next week, coin drives leading up to our walk on Thursday September 26^th and our Dodgeball Team Challenge the week of September 16th. Stay tuned to announcements for more information.

STUDENTS ARE REMINDED that when crossing at a crosswalk with a bike, scooter or skateboard, please WALK across the street, do not ride. The crossing guards should not have to remind you to walk when crossing and they thank you for your cooperation.

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN THE SKILLED TRADES?  Come to the Level Up Skilled Trades Fair next Thursday September 12 from 8:30 to 11.  Students will have 90 minutes to walk around, take part in interactive demonstrations and engage in conversations with different skilled trades organizations and employers.  There is no cost for this event.  Pick up your permission form in the library.  There are 25 seats so get your signed permission forms in to Mrs. Gavel ASAP to secure your spot.

As you may have already heard, NEW PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION has resulted in changes to the use of mobile devices in schools. A mobile device is any personal electronic device that can be used to communicate or access the Internet, such as a laptop, cellphone, tablet or smart watch.

In order to ensure a focused and engaging learning environment, we will require all personal mobile devices be stored out of view during instructional time. Students who need to use their phones are asked to speak with an educator so that we can work together to find an appropriate solution. While we understand that these changes may be difficult, please know that creating and maintaining a protected space for learning in our classrooms is our goal.

PICTURE DAY is Wednesday, September 11^th.

NEW TO YOU OPEN TODAY

Do you care about the environment?  Do you support limiting garbage that ends up in our landfills? Do you like getting a good deal when you shop? Well then, Port Hope’s New To You store is for you. 100% off on all items!  Now that’s a deal! Today is the grand opening, come check it out.  The store is located right beside the office and will be open at lunch Tuesday’s and Thursdays.  If you have any questions, please see Ms. MacDonald or Josh Clark.

STUDENTS ARE REMINDED that when crossing at a crosswalk with a bike, scooter or skateboard, please WALK across the street, do not ride. The crossing guards should not have to remind you to walk when crossing and they thank you for your cooperation.

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN THE SKILLED TRADES?  Come to the Level Up Skilled Trades Fair next Thursday September 12 from 8:30 to 11.  Students will have 90 minutes to walk around, take part in interactive demonstrations and engage in conversations with different skilled trades organizations and employers.  There is no cost for this event.  Pick up your permission form in the library.  There are 25 seats so get your signed permission forms in to Mrs. Gavel ASAP to secure your spot.

As you may have already heard, NEW PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION has resulted in changes to the use of mobile devices in schools. A mobile device is any personal electronic device that can be used to communicate or access the Internet, such as a laptop, cellphone, tablet or smart watch.

In order to ensure a focused and engaging learning environment, we will require all personal mobile devices be stored out of view during instructional time. Students who need to use their phones are asked to speak with an educator so that we can work together to find an appropriate solution. While we understand that these changes may be difficult, please know that creating and maintaining a protected space for learning in our classrooms is our goal

COURSE CHANGES are a slow process so please be patient and remain in your assigned classes until then. We are slowly making progress.

ACTIVITY FAIR will begins today and will run until  Monday after lunch. Sign up for your favourite Club, team, activity. Permission Forms will be available for Boys Soccer, Boys Volleyball and Cross Country and practices/meetings will happening soon. No permission form No practicing!

WHO’S CANADA’S GREATEST HERO? I think it’s Terry Fox! When he was just 21, Terry started his Marathon of Hope. His courage inspired people to fundraise for cancer research across Canada and around the world.  has been doing the Terry Fox School Run for years. Our goal this year is to raise $1000! We are super excited for this year’s ‘Try Like Terry Challenges’ and we’re going to crush our fundraising goals just like Terry did! Here is how you can participate: Spare change - donate it in your homeroom beginning next week, Like Bingo? BINGO Challenge in the library Tuesday to Friday next week, $1 for 3 cards and yes there will be prizes! And Who doesn't love Dodgeball - A Dodgeball Challenge will begin Sept 17th. $5 for a team a 5 - listen to announcements for sign up days. Of course on the day of the walk we will have our traditional Terry Fox BBQ - $5 for Hot Dog, Chips and a Drink.

P4 IS OUR SAC (SPARTAN ADVISORY COUNCIL) & GR. 9 SPARTAN MANIA. Gr. 9 Students will go to P4 for attendance and then wait to be called to the gym. We will have indoor activities and for those wishing to slip and slide that will be outside AFTER our indoor opening activities. Can't wait to celebrate the finish your first week in Grade 9.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL your practices or tryouts begin Monday - you need a returned permission form in order to play. Please return your forms to Ms. Watson in the Library, Ms. Connor in room 205 or to Mr. Gray in room 143.

PICTURE DAY is Wednesday, September 11^th.

Student Forms and Medical Information

Please note that Student Verification Sheets, Computer Forms and Communication Forms have gone home with students this week.  Please ensure that these forms are completed and brought back to the school by Friday, September 13^th. 

Students with a Medical condition also received a form to be completed and returned to the school by Friday, September 13^th.  If your student has a Medical condition and did not receive a form please contact the school.

When TERRY RAN THE MARATHON OF HOPE, he wasn’t much older than you. He was just an ordinary kid with extraordinary determination. That’s the idea behind this year’s Terry Fox Run: No Matter What. Terry ran no matter the distance…no matter the obstacles…no matter the odds. Terry ran no matter what! Of course, we all have our own "no matter what's." So here’s an activity idea: write down something you want to achieve and your "No Matter What's" on the road to success. For example, I’m going to get an “A” on my next math quiz. Here’s my study strategy! I’m going to win my next match. Here’s how I’m prepping! I’m going to raise 25% more than I did last year for Terry Fox! This is how I’m going to do it!: Spare change - donate it in your homeroom beginning this week, Like Bingo? Play in the BINGO Challenge in the library Tuesday to Friday this week, $1 for 3 cards and yes there will be prizes! And Who doesn't love Dodgeball - A Dodgeball Challenge will begin Sept 17th. $5 for a team a 5 - listen to announcements for sign up days. Of course on the day of the walk we will have our traditional Terry Fox BBQ - $5 for Hot Dog, Chips and a Drink. You can use School Cash Online to Purchase the BBQ Lunch.

BOYS VARSITY SOCCER practices begin Tuesday after school on the main field.  A signed consent form must be completed before hand.

PORT HOPE FAIR – Baking competition for high school students…….Anyone interested please attend a meeting at lunch TODAY in Ms Ellis’ room 218.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL will begin tonight in the main gym. Remember to bring your permission forms to Ms. Watson, Ms. Connor or Mr. Gray. Practices will run Monday, Wednesday and Thursday this week afterschool.

LET’S SIGN UP …….Didn't have a chance to sign up for a club or activity last week? You can do so at lunch today in the main foyer. After today you will need to listen to announcements or approach a teacher running the club or activity for more information. Let's go Spartans!!

COURSE CHANGES are a slow process so please be patient and remain in your assigned classes until then. We are slowly making progress.

PICTURE DAY is Wednesday, September 11^th.

PICTURE DAY TOMORROW is Wednesday, September 11^th.

SOCCER

Practice today after school .  Have your form signed.

🎶 Port Hope High Music Club 🎶

Love music? Whether you’re into rock, pop, classical, jazz or anything in between, come jam with us at the Port Hope High Music Club! We're all about making music, learning new styles, and having fun together. No matter your skill level or favorite genre, there’s a spot for you here! We’ll be exploring different kinds of music based on what YOU want to learn. Professional musician instructors from Sounds of the Next Generation (SONG) will be your guides on this year-long musical journey.

When? Every Tuesday after school from 2:45-4:15 in the music room. We kick off on October 1st, so don’t miss it! 🎤🎸🎧

REGISTER FOR FREE HERE on School Talk or see Mrs. McCarthy in the office

ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS!  There are a limited number of seats left on the trip THIS THURSDAY to the Ganaraska Forest Centre.  We are doing a stream assessment and it promises to be a fun day: the bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. Thursday and returns in time for your bus ride home.  Environmental SHSM students can earn an additional certificate!  If you are interested, please see Ms Foster TODAY for a permission form.  There is not a cost for this trip.

A reminder that there is a STUDENT GOVERNMENT MEETING in the library tomorrow at lunch in the Large Conference Room.

Members of Sounds Of The Next Generation (SONG) and youth from the community are invited to participate in our Youth Coffee House open mic event on Saturday, Sept 14th in the Sculthorpe Room at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope. The first 5 performers to register will receive a $10 rental voucher for Long & McQuade. Performance slots will be given in the order that registrations are received. Parents, guardians, friends, and family are welcome to attend!

Location:   Capitol Theatre (Sculthorpe Room), 20 Queen St, Port Hope, ON 

Schedule:  4:30pm-6pm Soundcheck/Run with participants, 6pm-6:45 pizza dinner, 7pm-8pm performance

Bring:         Any instrument you plan to use for your performance

Register using the google link on School Talk.

PERFORMER REGISTRATION LINK

Good morning! This year’s Terry Fox Run t-shirts feature the motto: No Matter What! Across the country, students are writing their own ‘No Matter What’ messages to share how Terry’s legacy inspires them. What’s your No Matter What? Think about it!  Show your friends and family that you are determined, strong, and resourceful…just like Terry! Come on staff and students at Port Hope High School! Let’s goooooooo!

Don't let Ms. Harnden's class stay in the lead with the coin drive - yesterday they donated $4.40 - who will beat that today. BINGO and Prizes in the library beginning today, $1 for 3 cards. Play 1 round or more! Each round is a $1 depending on the number of cards you would like to have.

A reminder that there is a STUDENT GOVERNMENT MEETING in the library TODAY at lunch in the Large Conference Room.

Boys Volleyball Practice tonight after school in the main gym. Please bring your permission forms.

A reminder to SAC of the meeting today in the library at lunch - large conference room.

THE GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE CLUB better known as the GSA is having its 1st official meeting Today at lunch in Room 222.

 The club does fundraising and activities and just provides an LGBTQ plus friendly place to chill and chat every Wednesday.

New members are always welcome!!! We are especially looking forward to meeting our grade 9s . So don't be shy, give it a try …..today at lunch in Rm 222

When you ‘Try like Terry,’ you can accomplish anything! Terry Fox believed we could have a world without cancer if we raised enough money for cancer research. So he began to plan his Marathon of Hope. His goal was HUGE! He wanted to run from St. John’s, Newfoundland, to Vancouver, BC, and inspire Canadians to give money for this very worthy and important cause. Sadly, Terry didn’t make it to Vancouver, but he sure did inspire us! It has been 44 years since the Marathon of Hope and Terry has helped raise more than $900 million!! Now it’s our turn! It’s time to set – and achieve – our own fundraising goals. We are off to a great start - keep those coins coming, join up for BINGO and prizes in the library $1 for 3 cards, sign up for  the Dodgeball Challenge $5 per team of 5 on Monday and Tuesday next week! Here are our Coin Drive Results so far:

Ms. Connor $12.35

Ms. Avery $19.10

Ms. Ellis $25.10

Ms. Foster $26.95

Ms. Harnden $63.10

Mr. Demill $75

The race is on!!

BOYS VOLLEYBALL Practice tonight in the main gym. Please remember your permission forms.

DANCE CLUB

Calling all Port Hope High School Dancers! Dance club starts today at 2:45 in the Drama Room. We will warm up, dust off our technique and learn some choreo. This year we will feature student choreography in lots of different styles! Join us in Room 101 every Thursday from 2:45 - 4pm. See you there!"

TERRY FOX

It’s time for a Terry Fox Moment. During his Marathon of Hope Terry set a goal to raise $1 million for cancer research. He crushed it. So he upped his goal: he wanted to raise $1 from every Canadian: there were 23 million of us back in 1980. Almost no one – except Terry – believed it was possible for a 21-year-old, one-legged runner to raise $23 million. But Terry crushed that goal, too! Today, thanks to kids like us and people from all around the world, more than $900 million dollars has been raised in Terry’s name! That money is helping the very best scientists in Canada discover new and better ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent cancer. The moral of this story is simple: You, too, can crush your goals if you Try Like Terry! Join us today at  lunch for BINGO and Prizes in the library $1 for 3 cards. Keep your coins coming you're doing amazing:

Ms. Aiello, Ms. Connor, Ms. Avery and Ms. Ellis have raised just over $60, Ms. Foster's Class has raise $51, Mr. Demill $100.86 and Ms. Harnden has a total of an amazing $151.05!! We are rocking this coin challenge - Lots of time to crush Harnden with 2 weeks left to bring in your coins or bills, it all helps!

DODGEBALL SIGN up will be in the Library $5 for a team of 5. Tournament play will begin on Wednesday next week. Let's get raising money for Terry Fox.

SPIRIT WEEK

We are looking forward to seeing all the twin outfits today!!!!

Tuesday – wear your school colors

Wednesday – wear your Adam Sandler inspired outfits

Thursday – Today is mismatch day

Friday – Today is beach day – ending the week with a splash.

Thanks for all your participation.

DO YOU ENJOY TRIVIA?  Then the Reach Team is for you!  We are meeting in the resource room at lunch.  Please bring your lunch and your curious minds 😊

If you have any questions, please see Ms. MacDonald.

BOYS SOCCER practice Tuesday in preparation for Wednesday game.  Be there.  All forms need to be signed.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION forms are available in the office.  Students may register for the on-line course to start anytime or register for the classes at CCI.  For more information stop by the office.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL Practice this week is Wednesday and Thursday night after school in the main gym. 

TERRY FOX

Raise more money for Terry Fox by participating in our Dodgeball Challenge beginning Wednesday at lunch in the main gym. $5 for a team of 5, sign up today at lunch outside the gym.

Attention all Gr. 11 & 12 Students St. Lawrence College in Kingston will be here at 12 noon in the lecture theatre. If you are interested in learning more about what St. Lawrence College has to offer then come join us at 12 noon in the lecture theatre

SPIRIT WEEK

Wednesday – wear your Adam Sandler inspired outfits

Thursday – Today is mismatch day

Friday – Today is beach day – ending the week with a splash.

Thanks for all your participation.

Just a reminder that The New To You Store will be open every Tuesday and Thursday for the first half of lunch.  Come and check it out and shop for free today at the beginning of lunch.

BOYS SOCCER practice TODAY in preparation for Wednesday game.  Be there.  All forms need to be signed.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION forms are available in the office.  Students may register for the on-line course to start anytime or register for the classes at CCI.  For more information stop by the office.

SPIRIT WEEK

Thursday – Today is mismatch day

Friday – Today is beach day – ending the week with a splash.

Thanks for all your participation.

Congratulations to Mr Demill’s class for winning school colours spirit day!!!

Gym is closed for the next week for the Terry Fox Dodgeball Challenge. Today at 11:15am we will see Team Kool Kids Klub face off in round one against Team Bubs and at 11:35 Team Joshua Clark challenge Team Average Joes. Who will come out triumphant??? Teams will play for 15 min each - whoever is ahead or winning after 15 min will claim the round. Full Schedule will be posted Thursday morning. 

Terry Fox Coin Drive has one week left who will catch Ms. Harnden's Class? Will it be Mr. Demill or Ms. Avery or some unsuspecting underdog?? Terry Fox BBQ Lunch can be purchased using school cash online or in the main foyer at lunch next week. Only $5 for Hot Dog, Chips and a Drink.

Boys Volleyball practice tonight after school. Uniforms and Schedules will be handed out. First Tournament Monday at Holy Cross in Peterborough beginning at 3pm

Are you looking for Volunteer Hours that you can do from home? Community Health Centres of Northumberland have a short project that requires copying of information from a PDF document, to an excel spreadsheet. It’s will only require a few hours of copy paste. Students can do this on their own computers, and would simply need an email address to send two documents to. There is no confidential information being exchanged.

Please contact Jill Williams if you are interested jwilliams@chcnorthumberland.ca

Just a reminder that The New To You Store will be open every Tuesday and Thursday for the first half of lunch.  Come and check it out and shop for free at the beginning of lunch.

It is that time of year again! Starting this week the Youth Room is back! Every Thursday from 2:30pm to 5pm in the Wellness Room. For all youth ages 12 to 19. Come in and join us for snacks, music, crafts, games, and more.

ATTENTION NATURE ENTHUSIASTS!  Are you interested in the environment?  Do you like spending time in nature or want to help our environment?  Environment Club meetings start THIS FRIDAY at lunch in the Library.  Bring your lunch and good ideas!  If you would like to be in the Environment Club but cannot make the meeting, please let Ms. Foster know.

Coin Drive update, one more week to go!

Top 3 Classrooms are Mr. Demill with $100.86 then Ms. Avery $106.55 and Ms. Harnden $211.25.

The BOYS SOCCER team kicked off their season yesterday with their first game in Peterborough against Holy Cross. They Played fantastic, dominating control of the ball for the majority of the first half. The boys rallied back from an early 2-0 deficit, getting the ball to Seb who scored both goals to tie the game going into half time. Fletcher played awesome in net, keeping the game close with many amazing saves and strong communication. He was also supported by the strong defence of Ryker, Phoenix, Jacob, Logan and Arash. The second half of the game was a hard fought battle, but Holy Cross ran away with the win. Help us wish the boys luck for their game Monday

YOUTH GROUP

“It is that time of year again! Starting this week the Youth Room is back! Every Thursday from 2:30pm to 5pm in the Wellness Room. For all youth ages 12 to 19. Come in and join us for snacks, music, crafts, games, and more.”

TERRY FOX DODGEBALL CHALLENGE kicked off yesterday with the Kool Kids Klub winning by default to Joshua Clark and the Average Joes annihilating the Bubs 5-0. Today will see up first The Avengers vs The T Team aka Teachers, second Kool Kids Klub vs Avenger Joes and finishing off the lunch hour is Joshua Clark vs the Bubs. Catch the action today in the main gym at lunch!!

Tickets go on sale for the Terry Fox BBQ on Monday in the main foyer. You can also use school cash online.

DUAL CREDIT CLASS

A reminder to Ms. Watson's Dual Credit Phys Ed Class that we are in the library ready to go at 12 noon. Come with your laptop!!

Boys Volleyball Practice afterschool tonight in the main gym. Uniforms and schedules are ready to go. First round of games are on Monday at Holy Cross in Peterborough. Gabe Soetens please see Ms. Watson in the library after announcements.

Just a reminder that The New To You Store will be open every Tuesday and Thursday for the first half of lunch.  Come and check it out and shop for free at the beginning of lunch.

Are you interested in learning about Christianity? Well you're in luck, because the Christian club will be meeting in the library at lunch every Tuesday. This club is a safe place to discuss and ask questions about religion, and no, you do not have to be religious to join.

Listen up PHHS! Are you trying to save money for your tuition, a trip, or a car? The annual OSSTF Student Achievement Awards competition is open and YOU could win $1000! All you have to do is create an original piece of writing, art, or media based on this year's theme Is Anyone Out There?. There are junior and senior grade awards, as well as awards for Essential, Workplace, Applied, Academic, College, and University streamed students. Speak to Mx.Kim for more details! 

Earn community hours while listening to music this coming Saturday, Sept. 28 from 4-8 pm at the bandshell at Memorial Park during the free Steel Band Concert. Volunteers are needed for face painting in the children’s activity tent and in many other areas too. Please see Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

A reminder to purchase your Terry Fox BBQ Lunch tickets $5 Hot dog, chips and a drink. On sale in the main foyer this week at lunch as well Student Government will be coming to homerooms.

Dodgeball games today are round one Average Joes vs Joshua Clark, then Kool Kids Klub vs the Bubs and finishing off the lunch hour we have Joshua Clark vs The Avengers. Wednesday we will see the final dodgeball game Average Joes vs The Teachers. Come out and catch the action, cheer on your favourite team.

Boys Volleyball Practice tonight in the main gym! First Game at CCI on Thursday.

Boys Soccer practice Wednesday after school.  Be there.

BOYS SOCCER practice after school, outside rain or shine.  Be prepared.

EARN COMMUNITY HOURS while listening to music this coming Saturday, Sept. 28 from 4-8 pm at the bandshell at Memorial Park during the free Steel Band Concert. Volunteers are needed for face painting in the children’s activity tent and in many other areas too. Please see Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

Listen up PHHS! Are you trying to save money for your tuition, a trip, or a car? The annual OSSTF Student Achievement Awards competition is open and YOU could win $1000! All you have to do is create an original piece of writing, art, or media based on this year's theme Is Anyone Out There? There are junior and senior grade awards, as well as awards for Essential, Workplace, Applied, Academic, College, and University streamed students. Speak to Mx.Kim for more details! 

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, September 27^th is a PA Day.

October is Canadian Islamic History Month which aims to celebrate, inform, educate, and share with fellow Canadians the rich Muslim heritage and contributions to society: Contributions in sciences, humanities, medicine, astronomy, and other disciplines that have greatly benefited human progress. To further our goal in creating safe, inclusive spaces for all, we are very pleased to advise you that our board has arranged for the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) to come to Dr. M.S. Hawkins and Port Hope High School on October 24^th to present a workshop to all intermediate and secondary students called “A Teachable Moment on Islamophobia”. This presentation explores how Islamophobia may be impacting our schools and classrooms. Beginning with an overview of the term Islamophobia and an exploration of some common myths about Islam and Muslims, the presentation will examine ways to challenge Islamophobia and to build safe and inclusive schools for all students.

IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL CUSTODIAL WORKERS DAY today, October 2^nd, the students and staff would like to thank all custodians at Port Hope High School for your dedication and all that you do to keep our school safe and clean.  Thank you for working tirelessly during the summer to prepare for September, for getting our schools ready for events, and for being willing to lend a helping hand.  

BOYS VOLLEYBALL players are to be excused at 1:30 for your tournament at St Mary’s.  Be dressed and ready to go by 1:45.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

Come out after school today the community garden to help the Environment Club close down the garden for the winter and earn community service hours.  See Ms Foster for details!

THE BOYS SOCCER team faced off against Brock yesterday. They were strong in the defence with Tucker playing as the sweeper, getting back and clearing out anyone who made their way through, especially with those slide tackles.

 Jacob, Joe , Logan and Ben held the line and forced the players offside many times turning the pace of the game back in Port Hope’s favour.

Phoenix, Will and Jackson made some great plays on the outside mid field to get the ball up for scoring opportunities.

Tyrese kept the centre midfield strong and scored two breakaway goals. Tanner’s energy and drive resulted in a goal as well! 

Lorenzo and Kody stepped in as emergency back up goalies.. Making some incredible stops against a strong offence.

Congrats boys on a great game. 

The team will play against Kenner this afternoon in Peterborough. Help us wish them luck!

Please meet Miss Avery and Mr. Demill in the front foyer at the start of period 4.

CELL PHONES

Students are reminded that there is now government legislation and school board policy requiring cell phones to be stored out of view during instructional time. For students who continue to struggle with following this expectation, we will work with parents and guardians to come up with a solution which could include surrendering the phone to your teacher, the principal, or leaving it at home. Please direct any questions or concerns to your teacher or Mrs. McCarthy.

There will be a boys volleyball practice Monday and Wednesday this week in the main gym after school. Tournament is Thursday in Haliburton we will be leaving between 8:30 & 9am. Meeting in the main foyer.

All Gr. 11 & 12 Students still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast.

A big shout to all the students on the Shakespeare trip Friday.  You were all amazing and all the teachers were proud of how you represented PHHS.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is cancelled after school today

Are you interested in Space and the Universe? We have free virtual tickets for 25 PHHS students to attend a Zoom presentation by Bob McDonald, Canadian Author and host of CBC’s Quirks and Quarks. The presentation is called “Perspectives on a Planet: How an understanding of our universe at a human scale can deepen our appreciation for our own home, the Earth”.  

The presentation is on Thursday, October 10 at 7:30 pm. Please see Mrs. McCarthy by the end of today if you are interested.

THE BOYS, SOCCER TEAM faced off against Holy Cross at home last night. After a bit of a rocky start, and a few adjustments, the boys settled into their positions nicely...

Tanner, Phoenix and Seb were strong in midfield, getting the ball up and providing several scoring opportunities. Will finally scored his first goal of the season and Tyrese followed that up with another goal on a penalty shot! 

Tucker S had a standout performance on defence - taking away Several scoring opportunities from Holy Cross, proving support for his goalie, and not letting anyone passed him down the line.

Kody played outstanding in net. He faced about 40 shots, one time even making four saves on one play. He stood strong, keeping the game as close as it was.

Despite falling, 7-2, the boys finished very strong and tied the second half. It was one of their best efforts as a team.

The boys will face Crestwood in Peterborough on Wednesday. Help us wish them luck!

All Gr. 11 & 12 Students still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast.

Community hours or paid opportunity available in the afternoon on Saturday, October 26 here at PHHS to help set up and take down equipment for an outdoor event. See Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

All Gr. 11 & 12 Students still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost & found table outside the main office.  Any unclaimed items after October 17^th will be donated.

ATTENTION ENVIRONMENT CLUB MEMBERS!

There will be a meeting today at lunch in the library.  Please note, all our meetings will be on Thursday moving forward.  Hope to see you there!

COMMUNITY HOURS OR PAID OPPORTUNITY available in the afternoon on Saturday, October 26 here at PHHS to help set up and take down equipment for an outdoor event. See Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

ALL GR. 11 & 12 STUDENTS still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast

ATTENTION ALL GR. 11 & 12 STUDENTS interested in hearing more about Algonquin College. There will be a representative here next Friday at 9am in the lecture theatre.

YESTERDAY THE VARSITY BOYS VOLLEYBALL Team travelled to Haliburton to compete against other single A schools. They started off slow playing Haliburton keeping the game close but just out of reach of a win. The boys beat ST. Thomas Aquinas in the second round and faced off against the powerful Kenner team losing 2 straight. Everyone played well and we saw some amazing play stopping blocks by Jordan, stellar repeating digs by Phoenix, Outstanding serving by Tyler, as our Libero - Logan didn't disappoint and kept the ball in play, Scott placed the ball with perfection earning us much need points. The excitement of the day and the memories created, inspired Tucker to buy a souvenir to remember it by - a  stuffed fish whose tail wiggled provided Logan with a pillow to sleep on after a tiring day on the court. I also hope everyone is feeling relieved and was able to eliminate some much needed bodily waste after the long and possibly smelly ride home.  Boys volleyball practices next week will be on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for our games on Thursday at PHHS beginning at 11am. Come out on Thursday at lunch to watch PHHS take on CCI and SMSS.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost & found table outside the main office.  Any unclaimed items after October 17^th will be donated.

COMMUNITY HOURS OR PAID OPPORTUNITY available in the afternoon on Saturday, October 26 here at PHHS to help set up and take down equipment for an outdoor event. See Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

ALL GR. 11 & 12 STUDENTS still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast.

BOYS BASKETBALL tryouts will begin this week on Wednesday after school. You will need to come prepared with running shoes, shorts, a T-shirt and water.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL practice this week – today and Wednesday after school.

Please see Ms Avery in room 206 if you would like a permission form, or to return your form. You must have a signed permission form to participate. 

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

COMMUNITY HOURS OR PAID OPPORTUNITY available in the afternoon on Saturday, October 26 here at PHHS to help set up and take down equipment for an outdoor event. See Mrs. McCarthy for more information.

ALL GR. 11 & 12 STUDENTS still interested in the College Information Program Trip to Durham College on October 24^th please return your permission form to Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library. Seats on the bus are filling up fast.

BOYS' BASKETBALL

Boys' basketball tryouts will begin today after school. You will need to come prepared with running shoes, shorts, a T-shirt and water.

Please see Ms Avery in room 206 to return your form BEFORE tryouts. You must have a signed permission form to participate. 

BOYS' SOCCER

There will be a boys' soccer practice this Thursday after school to get ready for Friday's game at TCS, and Monday's game at Brock

ATTENTION ENVIRONMENT CLUB MEMBERS!  The garden cleanup planned for tonight will be postponed until tomorrow night.  There will not be a garden cleanup tonight, it will be tomorrow (Thursday) after school.  Please meet at the community garden at the front of the school at 2:45 pm.   Anyone wishing to earn community service hours are most welcome to participate.

THE ENVIRONMENT CLUB meetings are now on Thursday!  Please meet in the library at lunch.  Bring your lunch and good ideas!

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS - The Community Health Centre on Toronto Road (just past the Ganaraska Elementary School) is looking for volunteers to assist with their garden cleanup.  Would you like to earn some community service hours?  The Community Health Centre garden cleanup will be next  Thursday October 24^th.  Please see Ms. Foster to sign up.

THE PORT HOPE HS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR is looking for student vendors to sell their artwork at our school booth, please bring any artwork you would like to see to the art room.  Students will get 100% of the proceeds of the things they sell.  Please see Ms Rejman if you have any questions about what can be submitted.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

The gym is closed at lunch.  Come out and watch our boys volleyball team take on CCI and St. Mary’s

ATTENTION ALL PHHS STUDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN SPACE.

This coming Sunday, October 20^th at 3:00 pm, Rainbow Cinema in Cobourg is screening “Wilfred Buck”, an award-winning National Film Board Documentary on an Indigenous Astronomer. Western science is excellent at breaking things down into the tiniest parts, and Indigenous knowledge excels in seeing how the parts fit together as a whole for us as humans.

If you are interested in getting a free ticket for this movie, please see Mrs. McCarthy before the end of the day today.  

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS - The Community Health Centre on Toronto Road (just past the Ganaraska Elementary School) is looking for volunteers to assist with their garden cleanup.  Would you like to earn some community service hours?  The Community Health Centre garden cleanup will be next  Thursday October 24^th.  Please see Ms. Foster to sign up.

THE PORT HOPE HS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR is looking for student vendors to sell their artwork at our school booth, please bring any artwork you would like to see to the art room.  Students will get 100% of the proceeds of the things they sell.  Please see Ms Rejman if you have any questions about what can be submitted.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

Hey Spartans, do you want to make a difference?  If so, we have something for you!  We are happy to announce that our PHHS interact club is here and we are looking for members.  The interact club gives you the opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills, meeting new friends and making a difference in your community and school.  Our first meeting will be Monday, October 21 at lunch in room 218, there will be snacks!!!  If you need more information, speak to Joshua Clark.

Attention Girls interested in trying out for the volleyball team, permission forms available from Mrs Watson in the library.

Catch the community spirit!!!  Be a part of PHHS school spirit community club – SSCC!! Give your name to Ms Ellis if interested for more info.

Attention Gr 11 & 12 Students interested in hearing more about Algonquin College.  A representative will be here in the lecture theatre at 9:00 a.m.

THE BOYS SOCCER TEAM has a game tonight at 3:15 against TCS.  Please excuse the team at 2:20 to meet in the front foyer. Go Spartans!

The Boys soccer team will also face off against Brock on Monday. The team will be out all afternoon.

The next tryout for Boys basketball will be Tuesday after school. If you have not returned your permission form, please get it to Ms Avery or Ms Aiello before the tryout on Tuesday. You must have assigned permission form to participate, and you will need Short T-shirt, running shoes and your own water for the tryout. See you there! 

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS - The Community Health Centre on Toronto Road (just past the Ganaraska Elementary School) is looking for volunteers to assist with their garden cleanup.  Would you like to earn some community service hours?  The Community Health Centre garden cleanup will be next Thursday October 24^th.  Please see Ms. Foster to sign up.

THE PORT HOPE HS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR is looking for student vendors to sell their artwork at our school booth, please bring any artwork you would like to see to the art room.  Students will get 100% of the proceeds of the things they sell.  Please see Ms Rejman if you have any questions about what can be submitted.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

Attention all Gr. 11 & 12 students interested in hearing more about Loyalist College. There will be a representative here tomorrow at 10am in the lecture theatre.

Girls, Girls, Girls, interested in trying out for the Volleyball team are to pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Waston or Mrs. Gavel. Practices will begin in the coming weeks.

A reminder to all Gr. 11 & 12 Students attending Durham College on Thursday for the College Information Program to please meet in the main foyer at 8:30am. If you have yet to return your permission form please do so ASAP deadline is tomorrow.

Boys Volleyball practice this week is Tuesday after school. Games Thursdays at CCI we will leave at the end of the school day.

Attention all Gr. 9 students of  "Take Our Kids to Work Day" on Wednesday November 6th. There will be a meeting on Wednesday during period for all Gr. 9's in the library.

Hey Spartans, do you want to make a difference?  If so, we have something for you!  We are happy to announce that our PHHS interact club is here and we are looking for members.  The interact club gives you the opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills, meeting new friends and making a difference in your community and school.  Our first meeting will be TODAY at lunch in room 218, there will be snacks!!!  If you need more information, speak to Joshua Clark.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

For all PHHS students interested in Space. This week’s free activity is this Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 pm at the Columbus Centre in Cobourg. Dr. John Moore, York Research Chair in Space Exploration at York University. His talk is called “Exploring the Planets with our 5 Senses: the different sensory experiences we’d have on other planets”.

If you are interested in getting a free ticket to this presentation, please see Mrs. McCarthy before the end of the day on Wednesday.

Members of Sounds Of The Next Generation (SONG) and youth from the community are invited to participate in our Youth Coffee House event on Friday, Nov. 1st in the Sculthorpe Room at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope. The first 5 performers to register will receive a $10 rental voucher for Long & McQuade. Performance slots will be given in the order that registrations are received. Parents, guardians, friends, and family are welcome to attend!

Location:   Capitol Theatre (Sculthorpe Room), 20 Queen St, Port Hope, ON 

Schedule:  4:30pm-6pm Soundcheck/Run with participants, 6pm-6:45 pizza dinner, 7pm-8pm performance

Bring:         Any instrument you plan to use for your performance

REGISTER TO PERFORM HERE

Registration is available through the KPR website or directly at: https://kprdsb.webex.com/weblink/register/rad5fd2937239137e966e941c287d7624

ATTENTION ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB MEMBERS, there will not be a community garden cleanup Wednesday after school this week.  Instead, for this week’s meeting on Thursday, please meet at the community garden and we will have our meeting outside and work on the garden then.  Bring your lunches!

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

The Community Health Centre on Toronto Road (just past the Ganaraska Elementary School) is looking for volunteers to assist with their garden cleanup TONIGHT.    Would you like to earn some community service hours?  Please see Ms Foster to sign up.

THE BOYS' SOCCER TEAM faced off against Brock high school yesterday, playing their best game so far!

They went into the second half down 2-0, but then started making a comeback when Tyrese scored off an assist by Joe in the midfield to make it 2-1. Port hope got the equalizer off a few kick, and another goal from Ty to make it 2-2. 

It was a hard thought battle with a tied game for most of the second half, and our players holding down their positions -  Ieyego, Arash, Tanner, Joe, Phoenix, Jackson and Ryker played awesome in midfield, getting the ball up to create scoring chances and getting back to help on defence when needed. 

Unfortunately, Brock was able to pull off a win in the end, finishing the game 4-2. 

The Boys will play Kenner at home on Wednesday at 3:30. Come watch and cheer on the team! 

BOYS BASKETBALL

There will be a boys basketball tryout tonight at 2:30 in the North gym. You must have a signed permission form to participate - Please see Ms Avery or Mrs Aiello to hand in your forms. Make sure that you are prepared with shorts, a T-shirt, running shoes, and your own water. 

 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls, Girls, Girls, interested in trying out for the Volleyball team are to pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Waston or Mrs. Gavel. Practices will begin in the coming weeks.

DURHAM COLLEGE

A reminder to all Gr. 11 & 12 Students attending Durham College on Thursday for the College Information Program to please meet in the main foyer at 8:30am. If you have yet to return your permission form please do so ASAP deadline is TODAY.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL practice this week is Tonight after school. Games Thursdays at CCI we will leave at the end of the school day.

ATTENTION ALL GR. 9 STUDENTS of  "Take Our Kids to Work Day" on Wednesday November 6th. There will be a meeting on Wednesday during period for all Gr. 9's in the library.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

 FOR ALL PHHS STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SPACE. This week’s free activity is this Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 pm at the Columbus Centre in Cobourg. Dr. John Moore, York Research Chair in Space Exploration at York University. His talk is called “Exploring the Planets with our 5 Senses: the different sensory experiences we’d have on other planets”.

If you are interested in getting a free ticket to this presentation, please see Mrs. McCarthy before the end of the day on Wednesday.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls, Girls, Girls, interested in trying out for the Volleyball team are to pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Waston or Mrs. Gavel. Practices will begin in the coming weeks.

FOOD DRIVE - Spartans - we are starting collection for our fall food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items to your first period class starting on Tuesday. Our food drive will run for two weeks, from Tuesday October 15th Thursday October 24th. The class with the most food items donated will win a prize! Help us end hunger!

FOR ALL PHHS STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SPACE. This week’s free activity is this Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 pm at the Columbus Centre in Cobourg. Dr. John Moore, York Research Chair in Space Exploration at York University. His talk is called “Exploring the Planets with our 5 Senses: the different sensory experiences we’d have on other planets”.

If you are interested in getting a free ticket to this presentation, please see Mrs. McCarthy before the end of the day TODAY.

REMINDER

tomorrow is a PA day.

FREE YOUTH GROUP

The Municipality of Port Hope is running a free Youth Group drop in every Thursday in the wellness room from 2:45 to 5:00.  All students from grade 7 – 12 are welcome to attend for free food, games, crafts, cooking and more.

ENVIRONMENT CLUB MEMBERS

A reminder that today’s meeting at lunch will be held at the Community Garden at the front of the school.  Please head directly to the garden at the start of lunch and bring your lunch with you.  We will be preparing the garden for the winter.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ART?   Are you interested in art but don’t have art this semester or the materials to do so?  Join the Art Club!  We will be meeting Mondays after school in the art room.  Each week we will have a new theme – the first Monday we will be painting tote bags.  Come see Ms Rejman to sign up for the session #1.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls, Girls, Girls, interested in trying out for the Volleyball team are to pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Waston or Mrs. Gavel. Practices will begin in the coming weeks.

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, October 25th is a PA Day.

Hello Port Hope High School Families,

Just a reminder of our Parent/Guardian/Teacher Night and School Council meeting tonight Thursday, October 24^th from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.   Please join us in the PHHS Main Gym to meet your student(s) teachers and in the Library for the School Council meeting.   

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO CURRENTLY USE THE CAGE DURING LUNCH. Effective Friday, November 1, students will require a signed permission form to use the Cage during lunch. Please drop by the office and pick up a Permission form to take home to be signed by your parent or guardian. The signed permission form should be returned to the main office. Please direct any questions to Mrs. McCarthy.

ART CLUB is happening every Monday after school, each week we are making something completely new. Come join us today in the art room after school to design your own tote bag! Spots are limited, come see Ms. Rejman at lunch to sign up!

BOYS VOLLEYBALL Practice tonight and Tuesday after school. Tournament on Thursday at Kenner in Peterborough. We will be leaving at 11:30am meeting in the main foyer.

GIRL VOLLEYBALL forms are due to Ms. Watson ASAP and can be picked up in the library.

PRESENTATION

This week there will be a representative from Kings College at Western University on Thursday at 9am and  Lakehead University on Friday at 12noon. Any Gr. 11 or 12 students are welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS PORT HOPE HIGH SCHOOL. I am pleased to announce our final fundraising number for the Terry Fox Walk. Last year we raised $344 and this year we raised an amazing total of $938!! Nicely done!

Boys Basketball 

The next tryout for boys basketball will be Wednesday at 2:30 in the main gym. You must have a signed permission form to participate - Please see Ms Avery or Mrs Aiello to hand in your forms. Make sure that you are prepared with shorts, a T-shirt, running shoes, and your own water. 

Swimming

Are you interested in joining the PHHS swim team? 

We are looking for senior and junior boys and girls to fill our relay teams. Our boys team went to OFSAA last year! 

See Miss Avery in room 206 for more information, and to get your permission form.

Practises will start next week - all are welcome! 

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO CURRENTLY USE THE CAGE DURING LUNCH. Effective Friday, November 1, students will require a signed permission form to use the Cage during lunch. Please drop by the office and pick up a Permission form to take home to be signed by your parent or guardian. The signed permission form should be returned to the main office. Please direct any questions to Mrs. McCarthy.

YOUTH GROUP

The Municipality of Port Hope is running a free youth group every Thursday in the wellness room from 2:45 – 5:00.  All students grades 7-12 are welcome to attend for the free food, games, crafts, cooking and more.

INTERACT CLUB

Quick meeting at lunchtime, prepare kitchen for baking Wednesday room 105.  Cookies, cookies, cookies for a good cause – put in your order.

BOYS BASKETBALL

There will be a boys basketball tryout tonight at 2:30 in the main gym. You must have a signed permission form to participate - Please see Ms Avery or Mrs Aiello to hand in your forms. Make sure that you are prepared with shorts, a T-shirt, running shoes, and your own water. 

INTERACT CLUB BAKING

Today in room 103, bring your lunches.

SWIMMING

Are you interested in joining the PHHS swim team? 

We are looking to fill our Senior and junior relay teams. Our boys team went to OFSAA last year! 

See Ms Avery in room 206 for more information, and to get your permission form.

Practises will start next week - see you on the pool deck!

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO CURRENTLY USE THE CAGE DURING LUNCH. Effective Friday, November 1, students will require a signed permission form to use the Cage during lunch. Please drop by the office and pick up a permission form to take home to be signed by your parent or guardian. The signed permission form should be returned to the main office. Please direct any questions to Mrs. McCarthy.

YOUTH GROUP

The Municipality of Port Hope is running a free youth group every Thursday in the wellness room from 2:45 – 5:00.  All students grades 7-12 are welcome to attend for the free food, games, crafts, cooking and more.

 PORT HOPE HIGH SCHOOL MERCHANDISE WEBSITE

📣 Exciting News, Everyone! 📣

check out this website

STORE LINK - https://port-hope-high-school.itemorder.com/shop/home/

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our official school merch website! Now you can shop for your favorite school items online in just 3 easy steps:

1.     Scan the QR code or the Website link on the posters around the school (website link will be emailed to all families as well).

2.     Browse & select from a wide range of awesome school merch.

3.     Order & enjoy! It’s that simple.

To guarantee delivery by Christmas, please place your orders by Wednesday, November 13th, 2024. Orders can still be placed after this date, but delivery by Christmas is not guaranteed.

Let’s show our school spirit! 🎉 Happy shopping! 🛍️

Final reminder to sign up for this Friday's Coffee House if you haven't already! Hope to see you there

Location:   Capitol Theatre (Sculthorpe Room), 20 Queen St, Port Hope, ON 

Schedule:  4:30pm-6pm Soundcheck/Run with participants, 6pm-6:45 pizza dinner, 7pm-8pm performance

Bring:         Any instrument you plan to use for your performance

REGISTER TO PERFORM HERE

Environment Club

Attention Environment Club members, please meet in the library today at lunch. We are kicking off our Dancing Bees fundraiser tomorrow!

Art Club

Are you interested in making art but don't have the time or materials to do so? Come join the Art Club on Mondays right after school! It is completely free and we make a new craft every week! This Monday we are making clay trinket trays and then painting them the following week. Come see Ms. Rejman at lunch if you'd like to sign up for the next session. 

Attention all grade 11 and 12 students interested in learning more about a Career with the Canadian Coast Guard - FREE Education. A representative will be here today at 12 noon in the lecture theatre. Also this week Georgian College will be here on Tuesday at 8:30am and Loyalist College on Thursday at 10am.

Boys' basketball

There will be a boys basketball tryout tonight at 2:30 in the main gym. Make sure that you are prepared with shorts, a T-shirt, running shoes, and your own water. 

Swimming

Are you interested in joining the PHHS swim team? 

See Miss Avery in room 206 for more information, and to get or return your permission form. Practises start tomorrow - see you on the pool deck!

Boys' soccer 

After many hard-fought battles, the boys' soccer season has officially come to an end. 

Please return your jerseys, shorts and any borrowed equipment to Ms Avery or Mr. Demill.

There are a number of players who have not yet paid their fees... These must be paid to play on any other sports team. If you need assistance with fees, please speak to Ms Avery or Mr. Demill directly. 

Environment Club Fundraiser 

Did you know that the ingredients in candles control how much smoke a candle produces AND which chemicals it puts into the air?  Candles made from paraffin wax, for example, which is a petroleum product, release more volatile organic carbon chemicals like toluene, which is a carcinogen.  Scientists recommend using beeswax or plant based wax candles instead.  Beeswax candles produce less smoke and have a brighter flame!  The Environment Club is selling all natural, Dancing Bee products like candles and honey this month.  Order online using school cash OR talk to an Environment Club member today!  

Literacy Test 

In preparation for our upcoming literacy test at the end of the month, we will be doing a homeroom fun trivia contest for all grade 10’s.  The contest will start this Wednesday and will continue Thursday and Friday.  Homeroom winners will receive prizes and there will be a small prize for all that participate.  Let’s have fun as we get ready for the literacy test on Nov. 25, 26 and 27^th.

Your homeroom teachers will let you know what day you will be writing.  Any questions, please see Ms. MacDonald.

Free Event

To all PHHS students interested in Science: This week’s free event on Thursday, November 7 at 7:30 pm at the Capital Theatre here in Port Hope, where you will hear Marc Garneau, Canada’s First Astronaut. His presentation is called “Why Space is Important? Canada’s role in contributing pioneer space initiatives and the importance of our continued involvement in the space program”.

Please see Mrs. McCarthy by the end of the day on Tuesday to secure your free ticket.

Interac Club 

Meeting of the Interac Club at lunch today in Room 103.

Picture Retake Day 

Picture retake day is Thursday, November 14th. 

THE LITERACY HOMEROOM CHALLENGE is underway and so far all homerooms are tied for 1st place.  Way to go!  Today’s theme is ‘The Apostrophe’.  Make sure you hand in the paper copy to Ms. MacDonald at the end of p1.  Good luck everyone!!

ENVIRONMENT CLUB members please meet in the front foyer at the start of lunch and bring your coat! We will be doing some collections outside in the forest.

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is Thursday, November 14.

MEETING OF INTERACT – the SVC
Making cupcakes in the kitchen, ready to sell on Friday.  Order your today – see Ms Ellis.

CRAFT SALE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 
The Arts & Crafts Fair has grown to be Port Hope High School's largest fundraiser. We are not able to do it without volunteers. This is a great way to earn volunteer hours and to get connected with the community. 
This year's fair will be held on Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 to 3:00 at Port Hope High School. Vendors will be arriving at 8 am. 
There are a variety of jobs throughout the day that will have to be filled by volunteers. 
 scan the QR code on edsby or on the posters around the school to sign up
 if you have any questions please speak to Joshua Clark or Ms Clark 
WE CAN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU
 !!LET'S DO THIS SPARTANS!!  

Spirit Wear is available to purchase anytime.  

Store Link:  https://port-hope-high-school.itemorder.com/shop/home/

To guarantee delivery by Christmas, please place your orders by Wednesday, November 13th, 2024. Orders can still be placed after this date, but delivery by Christmas is not guaranteed.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL
Yesterday the boys volleyball team traveled to Kenner in Peterborough for the Kawartha championship. The boys played exceptionally well and ended this season on a high note. Although we did not beat Kenner our play on the court was the best it has been all season. Nobody gave up - we had Tucker  running into the official and onto the other side of the court to bring the ball back into play, Phoenix  furiously running all over the court to make the best set possible, Jordan  was a powerhouse of blocks at the net, Logan, our Libero, was a digging machine, everyone was on their game. It was an exciting day of volleyball - long rallies, amazing gets - you all should be proud. Thank you for a great season. 

LITERACY HOMEROOM CHALLENGE
Today is the final day of the literacy homeroom challenge.  Mr. Demill’s class took the lead yesterday followed closely by Ms. Aiello and Mx. Kim’s class.  It is a close race for all homerooms, so give it your best today 😊
Today’s theme is the colon, semicolon and quotations.
Treats will be given out on Monday in homerooms and the winners will be announced.

ATTENTION SPACE FANS
The final free activity in the Space Series is on Thursday, November 14 at 7:30 pm at the Columbus Centre in Cobourg. 
The presenter will be Dr. Michael Byers, Canada Research Chair in Global Politics and International Law at the University of British Columbia and Co-Director of the Outer Space Institute. His presentation is called Who Owns Outer Space? Understanding the impact of debris, satellites and rocket launches and satellite re-entries. 
Please see Mrs. McCarthy as soon as possible to secure your free ticket. 

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is Thursday, November 14.

CRAFT SALE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 
The Arts & Crafts Fair has grown to be Port Hope High School's largest fundraiser. We are not able to do it without volunteers. This is a great way to earn volunteer hours and to get connected with the community. 
This year's fair will be held on Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 to 3:00 at Port Hope High School. Vendors will be arriving at 8 am. 
There are a variety of jobs throughout the day that will have to be filled by volunteers. 
 scan the QR code on edsby or on the posters around the school to sign up
 if you have any questions please speak to Joshua Clark or Ms Clark 
WE CAN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU          !!LET'S DO THIS SPARTANS!!  

NO INTERACT CLUB TODAY
Due to Remembrance day, we will continue tomorrow.

HOMEROOM LITERACY CHALLENGE
Congratulations to all of the students who participated in our Homeroom Literacy Challenge last week.  It was a fun way to learn and prepare for the upcoming literacy test.  Everyone will be receiving treats in their homeroom classes this morning.  It was a very close competition but we have some top Winners.
In third place, Ms. Aiello’s class.
In second place, Mx. Kim’s class.
Drum Roll please……..
First Place goes to Mr. Demill’s class.

BOYS BASKETBALL
There will be a boys basketball tryout tonight at 2:30 in the North gym. Make sure that you are prepared with shorts, a T-shirt, running shoes, and your own water. You will not be able to participate without the proper equipment - speak to your coaches through the day if there are any issues. 

SWIM TEAM
We will have practices on Tuesday and Thursday this week - 7AM at Jack Burger.
Make sure that you are getting your own goggles, or speak to your coaches if you need help to get some. 
See you on the pool deck!

DEADLINE 
"Just a reminder that the deadline to submit artwork to sell at the Port Hope Arts and Crafts Fair is Nov. 20th. Be sure to give your work to Ms. Rejman before then! This is a fantastic opportunity for young artists as 100% of the proceeds of the art you sell goes to you."

"The Art Club is meeting after school today in the art room to paint our clay creations from last week. We have a lot of clay leftover from last week so feel free to join us if you missed it last week!" 

THE PRACTICE LITERACY TEST is going on in the Resource room this Week on Tuesday and Wednesday.  The grade 10’s from Mr. Demill’s and Mr. Warner’s class will be coming for p1 and p2 on Tuesday and the grade 10’s from Ms. Aiello’s and Ms. Connors’s will be doing their practice literacy test on Wednesday during p1 and p2.  Re-writers, please let Ms. MacDonald know in advance if you would like to do the practice test during those times.  You can also do the practice test at home on-line.  THE RESOURCE ROOM WILL BE CLOSED TO ALL OTHER STUDENTS DURING THOSE TIMES.

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is Thursday, November 14.

CRAFT SALE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 
The Arts & Crafts Fair has grown to be Port Hope High School's largest fundraiser. We are not able to do it without volunteers. This is a great way to earn volunteer hours and to get connected with the community. 
This year's fair will be held on Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 to 3:00 at Port Hope High School. Vendors will be arriving at 8 am. 
There are a variety of jobs throughout the day that will have to be filled by volunteers. 
 scan the QR code on edsby or on the posters around the school to sign up
 if you have any questions please speak to Joshua Clark or Ms Clark 
WE CAN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU          !!LET'S DO THIS SPARTANS!!  

THE ENVIRONMENT CLUB is selling Dancing Bee beeswax products! Are you a fan of all natural candles?  Supporting local businesses and your school?  Fresh honey, or getting your holiday shopping done quickly and easily?  Talk to an Environment Club member today to place your order!  You can also place your order online using school cash.   

ATTENTION ALL GR. 11 AND 12 STUDENTS interested in learning more about Loyalist College or Guelph Humber University. Loyalist will be here at 10am and Guelph Humber at 1pm in the lecture theatre.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL practice tonight in the main gym. We will set up 2 courts. Practice will run until 4pm.

INTERACT CLUB 
Meeting at lunch today.

Picture Retake Day is Thursday, November 14th 

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is tomorrow.

MAYOR COMING 
Today at lunch the Mayor is coming, she will be in the front foyer giving out free cotton candy, come down and chat with our Mayor at lunch.

THE ENVIRONMENT CLUB is selling Dancing Bee beeswax products! Are you a fan of all natural candles?  Supporting local businesses and your school?  Fresh honey, or getting your holiday shopping done quickly and easily?  Talk to an Environment Club member today to place your order!  You can also place your order online using school cash.   

MIDTERM REPORT CARDS are being handed out in period 1 today.  If you have a first period spare or elearning please stop by the office to pick up your report card.

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is today, Hawkins students will be first and then we will call students down to the old Hawkins gym.

THE ENVIRONMENT CLUB is selling Dancing Bee beeswax products! Are you a fan of all natural candles?  Supporting local businesses and your school?  Fresh honey, or getting your holiday shopping done quickly and easily?  Talk to an Environment Club member today to place your order!  You can also place your order online using school cash.   

Attention Environment Club Members! Ms. Foster NEEDS YOUR HELP!!!  A reminder that today after school we are meeting from 2:30 to 4:30 to decorate our poinsettias for the Craft Sale.  Please meet in room 232 right after school.  There will be snacks!  We will also be meeting on Monday after school, same time, same place!

Girls Volleyball practices will be Monday to Thursday this week after school either in the main or north gym depending on the Boys Basketball schedule. Meet in the main gym afterschool. Games will begin soon!!

Attention Gr. 11 & 12 students interested in learning more about Guelph University. A representative will be here in the lecture theatre on Thursday at 9am.

Environment Club members we are meeting again today after school in room 232 to finish decorating the poinsettias.  The ones you decorated on Friday look AMAZING!  See you after school. There will be snacks.

Attention all candle and honey lovers!  There are only two weeks left to buy your Dancing Bees candles and honey and support the Environment Club.  Please speak with an Environment Club member today or go online and use school cash to place your order!

Environment Club members, please confirm by the end of today with Ms. Foster if you are available to volunteer at the Craft Sale this Saturday (November 23rd) at the Environment Club table.

Do you like poinsettias? The Environment Club is selling beautiful, decorated poinsettias this Saturday at the Craft Sale. If you would like to purchase one in advance for $20, please see Ms. Foster.

Interact Club metting tomorrow at lunch. 

INTERACT CLUB will be meeting in room 105, Ms Ellis’ room at lunch.  Please bring your lunch.  Our Rotary rep will be present and details related to the walk-a-thon Saturday will be discussed.

LIBRARY will be closed Wednesday and Thursday this week for CPR/First Aid training for SHSM students.

Dear KPR Families,

The first day of school is right around the corner and I hope you can feel the energy and excitement in the air as we count down the days!  

I hope that you’ve had a fantastic summer – finding time to connect with loved ones, take in the beautiful weather, and do the things that bring you joy. I am looking forward to a safe and successful return to school and the many #WeAreKPR memories that will be made in the year ahead!

For students who may be experiencing mixed emotions about returning to school, we have a number of great resources to support them as they adapt to new routines and relationships. 10 Tips for a Successful Back-to-School Transition is a resource from School Mental Health Ontario that offers helpful tips to support the transition.

With more students, vehicles, walkers and bicycles on the roads, our priority is to ensure a safe school start-up in the coming days. Please be aware that school zones are busy places, and it’s important to be cautious when traveling to and from school. We sincerely appreciate the contributions of our dedicated bus drivers, transportation staff, crossing guards, local police services and municipalities in keeping our students, staff and families safe.

I will continue to send bi-weekly updates to families this school year, with news and information to keep you informed. Of course, another great source of information and positive news is our KPR social media accounts. Please follow @kprschools on Facebook and Instagram for timely updates and #WeAreKPR stories this year!

Welcome back and wishing each of you a wonderful start to the 2024-2025 school year!

Best wishes,
 

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR News

Student Personal Devices

New provincial government legislation has resulted in changes to the use of mobile devices in schools. A mobile device is any personal electronic device that can be used to communicate or access the Internet, such as a laptop, cellphone, tablet or smart watch. 

To help ensure focused and engaging learning environments, all personal mobile devices must be stored out of view during the school day. Students in Grades K- 8 may not use mobile devices anytime during the school day (including recess), except as outlined below. Students in Grades 9-12 may use mobile devices during breaks.

Devices may be used in certain circumstances, including:

• for health and medical purposes,
• to support special education needs, or
• for educational purposes, as directed by an educator.

While these changes may be difficult, please know that creating and maintaining a protected space for learning in classrooms is our goal. Schools will be working with students to educate and support them as they adjust to these expectations. If students need to use their phones for reasons other than those outlined above, families should contact their school administration to discuss a shared solution.

Vaping in Schools

As you know, it has been our long-standing policy that smoking and vaping are not allowed on board property or in schools.

There are new provincial directives this year that support this policy, specifically that students cannot bring electronic cigarettes (vapes), cannabis, tobacco and/or nicotine products to school (including on school transportation).

If a student is in possession of an electronic cigarette (vape), tobacco or nicotine product, it is to be surrendered and disposed of.

As with the cell phone changes, we will work positively with students and families to implement these expectations.

Update from Public Health Partners

Public health partners have asked us to share that there has been a high rate of pertussis (whooping cough) cases over the summer months. They are encouraging families to ensure their children's immunizations are up to date and to get any needed vaccinations, including the pertussis vaccination, as soon as possible.

To read the full letter from public health click here.

For more information about immunizations and other public health updates, please visit your local public health unit’s website:

• Durham Region Health Department
• Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge Health Unit
• Peterborough Public Health
• Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Unit

Dear KPR Families,

Throughout September, schools are wonderfully full of community-building opportunities and learning for students, staff and families, such as Terry Fox days, school council meetings, open houses and so much more.

While this month has been filled with energy and excitement, my hope is that we each find time for reflection, leading up to September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

This is a day of remembrance, and a time to recognize the tragic history and harm caused by residential schools. We honour First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children and communities impacted by the residential school system and remember those who never returned home. In recognition of this observance, flags will be flown at half-mast at KPR schools and education centres. Schools participate in this day in age-appropriate ways, by engaging in discussion, reflection and learning that supports our collective journey towards reconciliation. More information about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is available from the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and the Government of Canada.

In the coming days, we will be celebrating National Custodial Workers’ Recognition Day on October 2 and World Teachers’ Day on October 5.  To KPR custodians, trades and maintenance workers – we cannot say thank you enough for the work you do to keep schools safe, clean, accessible and welcoming for all students and families!

I’d also like to extend my sincere thanks to all of the amazing educators at KPR who have powerful impacts on many students every day, and every year. The collective commitment of all KPR staff to student success and well-being helps all students to excel in learning, succeed in life and enrich our communities!

For more information on days of significance coming up next month, including Rosh Hashanah from October 2-4 and National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S) on October 4, please visit KPR’s events calendar.

Sincerely,

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR News

PA Day Learning

We continue to share information with families about how KPR staff are learning and working together on Professional Activity (PA) Days to support students’ success. Detailed information about PA Days is posted on the KPR website, at www.kprschools.ca/pa-day-learning .

The September 27 Professional Activity (PA) Day will focus on the following areas:

• Literacy in Elementary and Secondary Schools
• Numeracy (Math) in Elementary Schools
• Secondary School Code of Conduct, and
• School Improvement Planning

Both teaching and support staff are participating in learning sessions focused on well-being and supporting student success. Thank you to everyone engaged in this important work. 

Report IT!

While we encourage students, staff and families to first address concerns directly with those involved in the situation, e.g. the teacher, principal, manager or superintendent, concerns may also be reported confidentially, through the online reporting tool – Report IT!  

More information about the Commissioner's Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility and Report IT! is available on the Board website or by contacting the office directly at cohrea@kprdsb.ca  

Dear KPR Families,

As we approach the first long weekend of the school year, I want to say how truly grateful I am to everyone in the KPR community, for everything you do to support students every day.

October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and it serves as an essential reminder of the importance of well-being in our daily lives, and the need to collaboratively support positive change in mental heath for students, staff and families.

At times, our news feeds can become filled with stories of natural disasters, war and tragedy that can cause us to feel overwhelmed. While information and knowledge are important, I urge everyone to please look after yourselves and loved ones during times of challenge. Please be mindful in paying attention to your mental health, and that of those around you.

October 12 marks the most holy day in Judaism, and I would like to wish those observing Yom Kippur a meaningful time of reflection and fasting. 

For more information about days of significance, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar.

Happy Thanksgiving to those who are celebrating this weekend.

Sincerely,

Rita Russo
Director of Education 

KPR News

Parent Involvement Committee Seeking Community Members

KPR’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is seeking three community members with an interest in public education, to serve on the committee for a one-year term, effective November 4, 2024. Those interested are invited to submit a letter of interest by 4:00pm on Monday, October 28, 2024. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, visit our website: https://www.kprschools.ca/student-and-family-support/parent-corner/parent-involvement/ 

Engaging in Your Child’s Educational Journey - A Virtual Event

We are excited to be hosting a Virtual Parent Engagement event October 24, from 6:30-7:30pm, to explore the many benefits and opportunities that come from participating in your child’s learning experience. Learn about:

• The benefits of parental involvement in education
• Effective ways to communicate with teachers and school staff
• Volunteer opportunities
• Supporting school programs and initiatives
• Leadership roles in School Council and other committees, and 
• Education updates affecting families

Families, parents and caregivers are invited to register for the virtual event here.

Digital Citizenship Week - October 16-20, 2024

Digital Citizenship Week is an opportunity to emphasize the importance of preparing students to navigate the digital world responsibly and for the KPR community to engage in meaningful conversations and activities that promote safe, respectful, and informed online behavior.

Together, we can empower students to be responsible digital citizens and equip them with the skills they need for a connected future.  Families can find information to support their children at:  https://www.kprschools.ca/student-and-family-support/digital-citizenship/

The learning focus for the month of November is Treaties. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: https://sites.google.com/kprdsb.ca/passporttoreconciliation/site-map/truth-and-reconciliation/passport-to-reconciliation/treaties

Dear KPR Families,

I would like to begin by taking a moment to acknowledge the Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair, who passed away on November 4, 2024. As an Anishinaabe leader, judge, senator and Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Justice Sinclair leaves behind a remarkable legacy of advocacy for Indigenous rights, justice and reconciliation. Sinclair’s work has had a tremendous impact on this country and the education system, as well as KPR and the work we do. Please join me in honouring his memory, as we continue our shared journey towards Truth and Reconciliation. 

This time of year is filled with days of significance that offer meaningful learning opportunities for students, staff and families. As part of Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month, schools are invited to engage in learning and celebrate Indigenous excellence in many ways, and are working closely with the board’s Indigenous Education Department throughout the month to explore resources and activities that support this important learning.

Leading up to Remembrance Day on November 11, we recognize Veterans’ Week to honour the service, courage and sacrifice of the generations of Canadians who served and continue to serve in support of peace and freedom. Tomorrow, on November 8, we recognize Indigenous Veterans’ Day, to specifically acknowledge the contributions of thousands of Indigenous people who served during times of war and peacekeeping.

Later this month, we recognize Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 17-23. This is an opportunity to talk about bullying in all its harmful shapes and forms and reiterate that bullying is not acceptable in our schools or communities. By spreading awareness, and having tough conversations both at home and at school, we can work together to continue to promote safe, caring learning environments where everyone feels a sense of belonging.  

For more information about upcoming days of significance, Visit KPR’s Events Calendar. 

Sincerely,

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR News

Virtual Parent Conference Featuring Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe

Everyday Resiliency: Strong Kids and Well Families 

Registration is now open for KPR’s free, annual Parent Conference, taking place Saturday, November 23, from 9:15-11:15am! The session is open to all KPR parents/caregivers, family members and staff.

Dr. Robyne is one of only a few educational behaviourists in the world and embodies her teachings by blending real-world realities, rigorous research, and profound wisdom with her own personal journey. A mother of three teenagers, a high school dropout turned respected professor, author, entrepreneur and survivor of a life-altering accident, her life story exemplifies her unwavering dedication of spreading resilience.

Join us and Dr. Robyne for a journey on how families can cultivate resiliency in children and themselves through the five pillars of everyday resiliency. This keynote offers parents practical tools and strategies to help their children face challenges with confidence, optimism, and adaptability—equipping them to with skills to be well.

Registration and more information are available at Kprschools.ca

Early Reading Screening

To support reading as an essential foundational skill, KPR schools administered early reading screening to all students in Year 2 of Kindergarten through Grade 2 this fall. The purpose of this provincial screening is to:

• Monitor children’s development in early reading skills,
• Identify children who need additional support, and
• Guide classroom instruction.

Families will receive their screening results, with their Fall reports in mid-November. Early reading screening benchmarks indicate how students are doing on a specific set of reading measures. Students whose scores fall below the benchmark will be provided with strategic instruction to support their ongoing growth.

This new screening process reflects specific skills from the 2023 Language curriculum and only provides one piece of information about your child’s language and literacy skills. The screening results is not used to determine your children’s grades, but instead will help identify the support needed to develop reading proficiency. School staff continue to participate in literacy-focused learning focused on effective instruction that support students in developing as strong readers.