| Safe Schools Reporting Tool | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/361 | Safe Schools Reporting Tool |
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">The SCDSB has developed a Safe Schools Reporting Tool, which is
available on this website's home page, </span><a><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;text-decoration:none;"></span></a><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;"> as a Quick Access button.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;"></span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">The Safe Schools Reporting Tool gives students, parents and
community members a way to report an incident online – whether it be bullying,
drug use, vandalism or otherwise. Students are still encouraged to speak with a
trusted, caring adult at school or home about their concerns, but the online
form provides another option to those individuals who may not feel comfortable
speaking in person. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">When an incident is reported, an email will automatically be generated
and sent to the principal and vice-principal(s) of that school, and school
staff will follow-up. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">Student safety and well-being is always our top priority. All
members of our school community have the right to be safe and feel safe in our
school community. This is one more tool at our disposal to achieve and maintain
a positive school climate.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
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| Grad Photos | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/359 | Grad Photos | <p><span style="font-size:14pt;">Don't miss out! Grad
photos will be taken at OSS from <strong><span style="color:#c00000;">Monday,
November 12 to Friday, November 16, 2018</span></strong>. Book your portrait
session online today!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;">Sign up at <a href="https://www.edgeimaging.ca/en/book-your-grad-session">bookmygrad.ca</a>
and enter our school code: <strong>ORI</strong></span></p>
<span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"calibri", sans-serif;">For more information, pick up a flyer in the Main Office or Guidance. <br></span> | | | |
| What to Expect at Medical School | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/354 | What to Expect at Medical School | <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d;">University of Toronto Family
Medicine and RVH are partnering with Simcoe County school boards to present
“what to expect at medical school”. If you or a family member are interested in
a future career in medicine, then please join us at Bear Creek Secondary School
on <span style="color:#7030a0;">Tue</span>sday, November 27<sup>th</sup> at 6
p.m. Tests, finances, schedules and more will be discussed first-hand by
residents, current med students and the teaching unit of U of T Family Medicine.
See guidance to sign up! <br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;color:#1f497d;"><a href="http://bit.ly/MedSchoolQuestionnaire">http://bit.ly/MedSchoolQuestionnaire</a></span></p> | | | |
| Morning Announcements for November 16, 2018 | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/365 | Morning Announcements for November 16, 2018 | <p>It's Friday! That means there will be yoga in the drama room for the first half of lunch today. All are welcome, no experience necessary. Come on down to room 112 and NAMA-STAY a while 😊</p><p>Dance team meets at lunch today in the dance studio. </p><p>Tonight is the night of the Improv Team's annual showcase! Come out to the drama room from 6-7pm to see our improv team participate in a friendly yet intensely fierce competition between members. Admission is only $2! Wow, that is a great deal for some top-notch entertainment. Friends, family, staff and students are encouraged to come out to support our Improv Team!</p><p>The Senior Boys Basketball team got their season underway yesterday in style with 2 convincing wins in Milton over Hamilton College and Brampton Centential. The wins move the boys into the Championship bracket on Saturday vs Eastwood.</p><p>A reminder to link crew members that there will be a short meeting today at the start of lunch in room 335. That's link crew meeting today at the start of lunch </p><p>There will be a very important Enviro-action team meeting Friday at lunch in the front foyer. We need all hands on deck to help create our fast fashion display.</p><p>This is just a reminder that Orillia's Santa Claus parade takes place on Sunday. Student volunteers are needed to carry the sponsorship banners through the parade. If you are interested, contact Doug Bunker at (705) 330-1202 or email <a href="mailto:events@orillia.com">events@orillia.com</a> </p><p>ATTENTION EVERYONE! Tonight, yes tonight is the OSS Improv Team's Showcase Performance! Have an early dinner out and then indulge in dessert in the form of COMEDY. Check out the Improv Showcase this Friday in the drama room from 6-7pm. Admission is only $2! What a deal! </p><p>This is National Addictions Awareness Week:</p><p>Did you know:</p><p>Bootleg Fentanyl is being mixed in many popular street drugs such as</p><p>Cocaine and crystal meth, are being pressed into counterfeit prescription </p><p>pills and being sold as Percocet and OxyContin and Xanax</p><p>Carfentanil is an elephant tranquilizer that is 10,000 times more potent than morphine. It has also been found mixed with other drugs in Simcoe-Muskoka </p><p><strong>Strategies to reduce Harm</strong></p><ul><li>use one drug at a time, or use less of each drug if mixing; </li><li>start off with a smaller amount </li></ul><p>A representative from <a href="https://www.lambtoncollege.ca/">Lambton College</a> will be here on <strong>Wednesday, November 21 at lunch time</strong>. Please sign up in Guidance if you are interested.</p><p>A representative from EduTravel will be in the front foyer at lunchtime today.</p><p>Any girls interested in attending the Skills Trades Event next Tuesday be sure to take a form home today to get signed and return to guidance on Monday.</p><p>Forms for the event are available from Mrs. Hollinger in guidance. </p><p>Happy Friday!</p><p>OSS Musicians performing in the Orillia Santa Claus Parade are reminded to meet at the front of the School at 11:15 — DRESS WARM — layers would be the best, bring a blanket and feel free to get into the holiday spirit by sporting a Santa hat etc. We will provide you with the music when you get here.</p><p>Intermediate Band members are encouraged to get their Geneva Park Forms in.</p><p>Hey OSS!!! Bring in your donations for the Hats and Mitts drive. So far, we have raised $40 towards our $100 goal. Bring your gently used hats and mitts or money to the front forum at lunch. Proceeds go towards the Orillia Youth Centre.<br></p><p><br></p> | | | |
| Morning Announcements for November 15, 2018 | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/364 | Morning Announcements for November 15, 2018 |
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:14pt;">Did you know </span></strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:14pt;">that there are ways to reduce your risk if you use Cannabis (Weed)?</span><strong><span style="font-size:14pt;color:#009999;"></span></strong></p><p class="Pa2" style="text-align:justify;"><span class="A9"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;">Delaying cannabis use until after the age of 25 reduces
risk. </span></span><span class="A9"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;font-weight:normal;">Because your brain is developing until the age of 25, using
weed at a younger age can increase the chances of developing health,
educational and social problems. </span></span><span class="A8"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;"></span></span></p><p class="Pa2" style="text-align:justify;"><span class="A9"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;">Don’t get in a vehicle will someone who has used
cannabis. </span></span><span class="A9"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;font-weight:normal;">Many folks who would never consider drinking and driving
think that cannabis and driving is safer. It’s not</span></span><span class="A9"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;">. </span></span><span class="A8"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction
stop in at a safe space here at school and ask for help.</p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">We
are almost at the end of our ‘Hats and Mitts Drive’. TODAY AND TOMORROW ARE
YOUR LAST OPPORTUNITIES TO BRING ANY DONATIONS to help make a change in our
community. Students of the MeToWe team will be in the front foyer
accepting donations at lunch. Be a part of the change and make a difference
this winter! </span><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:150%;"><span style="font-family:"helveticaneue",serif;color:#333333;">Nighthawks Closet is now open! Come down to
the store at lunch today to browse through the selection of vintage clothing.
Today only, T-shirts will be 2 for $1. </span><span style="font-family:"helveticaneue",serif;color:#333333;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:150%;"><span style="font-family:"helveticaneue",serif;color:#333333;">All proceeds from the
store will be donated to The Greenhaven Shelter, so come on down, support a
good cause and find your style at Nighthawks closet today!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"courier new";color:black;">Revolution, the
Christian Group, will be meeting at lunch today in room 343. Come on out and
bring your friends. That's room 343. All are welcome!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>The
Intermediate Concert Band meets today at 11 am</span><span style="font-family:"times new roman",serif;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Poinsettia
sales are due the end of November</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Any student
interested in trying out for the Junior Boys basketball team are invited to the
gym Friday and Monday at lunch to participate in the opportunity to play on the
team the season.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:150%;"><span style="font-family:"helveticaneue",serif;color:#333333;">Attention sport
fans, your senior boy nighthawks were in non-league volleyball action last
night at the hawk's nest taking on some of your favourite OSS staff. The boys
came out strong taking the first set, but your highly skilled and experienced
staff took the next 2 sets with ease. Ice packs may or may not have been brought
out directly after the game for OSS staff. Well done everyone, fun was had by
all, especially by the staff who once again reigned superior in the battle
against staff and student. <br></span></p> | | | |
| Morning Announcements for November 14, 2018 | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/363 | Morning Announcements for November 14, 2018 |
<p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">This is a
reminder to all Improv Team members that we will be meeting today at lunch to
practice for Friday's Showcase. </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Speaking of
Friday's Showcase... Staff, students, friends, and family are invited to come to
see the Improv Team perform this Friday in the drama room from 6-7pm. Admission
is only $2! If you have never seen an Improv Showcase before, make this a
first! </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Au revoir to
Florian who has been visiting us from France! We thank you for sharing
your language and culture during your time at OSS and we wish you all the
best as you return home! Bon Voyage!!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><em><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">Do you feel stressed about midterm report cards?
Come down to Nighthawks Closet. Located in the school store, room 131, the OSS
vintage store is a great place to come for some retail therapy! Prices will
range from $1 to $4.50. </span></em><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;"> <em>Grand opening
is THIS Thursday at lunch, so come on down and find your style at Nighthawks
Closet.</em></span><span style="color:black;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">There will be a quick meeting at lunch next Tuesday November
20<sup>th</sup> in room 303 for any students interested in competing on this
year’s Enviro-thon team. Attendance is mandatory for any students that
wish to participate. If you have any questions, please talk to Ms.
Stephens.</p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Are you a Bob
Ross wanna-be? Lunch is a good time to paint. Come to
the art club today at lunch in room 322 and help with some paintings that are
being created to brighten up the school. Art club today
rm.322--new members welcome.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">St. James’ Anglican Church is holding
its annual <strong><span style="color:#00cc00;">St. Nick’s Children’s Shopping Day</span></strong>
on <strong><span style="color:#c00000;">Saturday, December 1, 2018</span></strong>.
They are in need of student volunteers to act as “elves” to assist the children
with their Christmas shopping.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">Although
this event is sponsored by St. James, volunteers come from throughout the
community and the funds raised will be used locally to support needy children
and their families.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">Check the
usual places for more information.</span></p><p style="text-indent:0.5in;"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">All
OFSAA-bound Senior Girl Basketball Players please meet at the start of
lunch in Room 308. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;"><br></span></p><p style="text-indent:0.5in;"><span class="ms-rteFontSize-2" style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">TODAY is the day, OSS. The ‘Hats and Mitts Drive’ has begun!
Donate your hats, mitts or money to the MeToWe team who will be around by the
cafeteria at lunch. All donations go towards the youth center of Orillia. Our
goal is to raise $100!</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">From the Music
Department:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">This is a reminder
that the Orillia Santa Claus parade is this Sunday, so if you would like to
participate, your forms are due. Forms are also due for the Coldwater
parade. Intermediate and Senior Stage Band and Senior Concert Band
rehearsals will take place at their regular times today. Our poinsettia
fundraiser is in full swing! Order forms can be picked up in the music
rooms. Music volunteers for grade 8 day are reminded to meet in the large
music room at lunch.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Today at
8:15 a.m., a representative from King’s University College, an affiliate of
Western University, will be at OSS. Please come to Guidance if you are
interested in attending the presentation.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Just a friendly reminder that all Spirit wear orders must be in to
the office this Friday! <br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p> | | | |
| Morning Announcements for November 13, 2018 | http://oss.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/362 | Morning Announcements for November 13, 2018 | <p></p>
<p><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">Did you know that
the textile industry has a negative impact on our environment? </span><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">When we are done
with our “Fast Fashion” (clothing that is low quality and cheap to purchase) it
is shipped to third world countries and ends up in landfills. </span><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">So why waste money
on new items when there are already so many awesome pieces out there?! </span><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:"arial",sans-serif;color:black;">Come down and shop
at Nighthawk’s Closet this Thursday at lunch. You can spruce up your
winter attire, while saving the world’s landfills, one garment at a time. </span><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Do you like
laughing? Of course you do! </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">What about
yelling out random suggestions and watching a bunch of people create wacky
situations based off of YOUR ideas? Yes, you like that too! </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">This Friday from
6-7pm the OSS Improv Team will be performing a series of hilarious scenes at
the annual Improv Showcase! This event is open to the public (staff,
students, friends and family) and admission is ONLY a toonie! </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">This event is
taking place in the drama room and tickets are being sold at the door. </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Attention all
grade 9 and 10 girls interested in trying out for Junior Girls volleyball. We
will have a meeting TODAY at lunch in room 125. Please see Ms. Luubert or Ms.
Couvrette if you cannot attend this meeting. That's a Junior Girls volleyball
meeting today at lunch in room 125.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">Sr. Girls
Volleyball !!!</span></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">There
will be a try-out for the Sr. Girls Volleyball team on Thursday after school at
2:40pm… That’s Thursday after school try-out for Sr. Girls volleyball.</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Attention all <span class="highlight"><span><span>Nordic</span></span></span> <span class="highlight"><span>ski</span></span>ers
and anyone who is interested in being a part of the <span class="highlight"><span><span>Nordic</span></span></span> <span class="highlight"><span>ski</span></span> team...also
known as the cross-country <span class="highlight"><span>ski</span></span> team. There is an
information meeting today at the start of lunch in room 346. We are
looking for new team members. If you don't have any equipment then NO
PROBLEM, we have everything to get you started! See Mr. Shami or Mr.
Jackson if you have any questions.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>A representative from the University of
Ottawa will be at OSS this morning at 8:15 a.m. The presentation will be
held in Guidance. Remember to sign the attendance sheet if you are
attending this presentation!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;">Just a
reminder that Grad photos are being taken this week on the stage between the
cafeteria and the drama room. Please register online for a sitting time.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Anyone interested
in trying out for the Junior Boys Basketball team is invited to the first
tryout on Friday at lunch in the main gym.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"calibri",sans-serif;color:black;">Just a friendly reminder that all Spirit wear orders must be in to
the office this Friday! </span><strong><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:107%;"><br></span></strong></p> | | | |