MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 5, 2026

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice today and Wednesday after school in preparation for our tri-meet on Thursday. See you there! 

January 6, 2026

Cafeteria Special: Mac & cheese with a jag juice $6.50

Chess Club will be meeting today in the Learning Commons at lunch. The room will remain open for all other students. 

Students in Grade 12 in the SHSM Non-Profit program are asked to come to a brief meeting at lunch tomorrow in Room 322.

There will be a rehearsal after school tomorrow for the production “Are You Afraid of the Dark?”--please book your late taxi if required.

January 7, 2026

Cafeteria Special: Garden salad Small: $4.75, Large: $9.00

Students in Grade 12 in the SHSM Non-Profit program are reminded to come to a brief meeting at lunch today in Room 322.

Between the Lines Book Club will be meeting today at lunch. The Learning Commons will be closed during lunchtime for all other students. See you there bookworms!

There will be a rehearsal after school today for the production “Are You Afraid of the Dark?”--please book your late taxi if required. We will meet in room 102 before heading to the stage.

Last night the Senior Boys basketball team hosted Mackenzie High School. After a slow start the boys’ defensive pressure was the difference in coming out on top with a 87-34 victory. The next game is on Tuesday next week versus Arnprior.

The junior boys got off to a slow start in the first quarter last night against Mackenzie and couldn’t catch up, losing 52-34. Leading the offense was Jax Patterson with 12 points.  Late practice tonight. If you cannot make it, please see Mr. Strader or Mr. Valliquette.

Dickerson Announcements: walkers & exam memo

January 8, 2026

Cafeteria Special: Hamburger, fries and jag juice $7.75

The Learning Commons will be closed for lunch today for Chess Club. Players, prepare to learn some new strategies to help you conquer the board! 

Dickerson Reminders: End of day Dismissal

January 9, 2026

Cafeteria Special: Popcorn chicken bowl $7.75

Yesterday, the Senior Girls Volleyball team opened their match play with a three-set win against Madawaska. They then faced a strong Bishop Smith squad and, despite the loss, rose to the many challenges Bishop presented throughout the match.

The junior boys will be away today for a basketball tournament. Any junior boys still here, please head to Mateway for the game.

Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball Team!

The team had an outstanding day, defeating Bishop Smith in 3 straight sets and following it up with another 3–0 win over Mackenzie. It was a great day of volleyball filled with strong hitting, solid blocks, and successful position change-ups. Excellent teamwork and effort all around! well done, girls!

December 15, 2025

Cafeteria Special:  Chicken Quesadilla, fries and a jag juice $7.75

On Friday, the Senior Boys Basketball team participated in the Roundball Cup hosted by RCI. The first game was against a scrappy St. John’s team from Perth where the boys came away with a 76 to 52 win led by Clarke Rebertz, Charlie McCarroll and Mason Halk. The boys won the second game, where Charlie McCarroll and Clarke stepped up offensively. In the final game, the boys overcame fatigue, and was led by the tenacious play of Clarke Rebertz and Jayden Lushman to win the Championship game against St. Francis Xavier 74 to 60. Congrats boys!

You know Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Vixen… Comet and Cupid and Donner and Blitzen, but do you recall – that there is a Pizza Lunch on Thursday? Remember to Order your Pizza on school cash online!

There will be a junior girls volleyball practice today at LUNCH in preparation for our game against RCI tomorrow! Sorry for the short notice! No practice tonight after school. 

There will be an important Ski Club meeting Tuesday at the beginning of lunch in the Art Room.  All members should attend.

Mr. Valliquette is looking for volunteers to help with the Jaguar Alumni Volleyball tournament that will be held at SJHS on Saturday, Dec. 27th. It will start at 8:30 and there is an opportunity to get up to 10 hours. You can help for the morning, the afternoon or the whole day. No volleyball scorekeeping experience is needed. Please stop by Student Services if you are interested.

There will be a late junior boys basketball practice today. If you cannot make it, please see Mr. Valliquette.

A friendly reminder that if you have borrowed any Chromebooks from the Learning Commons, please return them today. Loaners are for one day only. 

Attention remaining jag hunt hunters, starting today at 10:55 you are now permitted to hunt in classrooms and the gym. The only places you cannot hunt are washrooms and changerooms, the office and the chapel!
Please make sure to keep listening to the announcements for more changes throughout the week to ensure we can declare our 2025 jag hunt champion by Friday! Happy hunting! 

December 16, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Christmas dinner on a bun (stuffing, turkey & cranberries on a bun covered in gravy) with a side of mashed potatoes and a dessert $9.95

Chess club is meeting in the Learning Commons at lunch today! The room will remain open for all other students. 

It was amazing seeing all of your jolliest, and all of your grinch-y-est, outfits today. Remember, tomorrow's theme is Christmas Cheer from Head to Toe, that's Christmas hats and socks day!

A reminder for Book Club members to please meet in the Learning Commons at the beginning of lunch. 

There will be a script reading after school tomorrow for all students involved with this year’s Dramafest. We will be assigning roles based on tomorrow’s turnout so it is vital you attend if you wish to be part of the performance. Any questions please see Sam Parsons or Mrs. Kelly.

Please take a look at the Lost and Found table located outside the Learning Commons as all items will be bagged up and donated on Friday.

There will be an important Ski Club meeting today at the beginning of lunch in the Art Room.  All members should attend as we plan for all the ski days coming up quickly.

Mr. Valliquette is looking for volunteers to help with the Jaguar Alumni Volleyball tournament that will be held at SJHS on Saturday, Dec. 27th. It will start at 8:30 and there is an opportunity to get up to 10 hours. You can help for the morning, the afternoon or the whole day. No volleyball scorekeeping experience is needed. Please stop by Student Services if you are interested.

There will be a junior boys basketball practice today at 11:10 in the gym.  

December 17, 2025 - Radio Bingo

Cafeteria Special: Meatball sub & a jag juice $6.75

We loved seeing your Christmas heads and your Christmas toes on display today, Jags. Tomorrow will be a nice change of pace with winter sports day!

A huge shoutout to our junior girls volleyball team for an awesome 3–0 win over the RCI Raiders last night! What a way to wrap up before the Christmas break—strong, confident, and fired up as we head into the new year with playoffs still ahead. Way to finish the year strong, Jags!

The Sr. Girls volleyball team showed strong determination in their match against RCI making a significant comeback in the first set. The team worked hard together and competed with intensity throughout the game, but ultimately fell short in the following sets. A solid effort and teamwork were on display.

There will be a script reading after school today until 5 pm for all students involved with this year’s Dramafest. We will be assigning roles based on today’s turnout so it is vital you attend if you wish to be part of the performance. Any questions please see Sam Parsons or Mrs. Kelly.

Please take a look at the Lost and Found table located outside the Learning Commons and the exit doors for the ⅞’s. All items will be bagged up and donated on Friday.

Do you need Community Service Hours? There is a great opportunity to get a lot of hours done on Dec. 27th at SJHS. There is the Alumni Volleyball tournament and they need help. Please see Mr. Valliquette for information and to sign up.

Today third period we will have locker clean out happening. Every student should be going through their locker and making sure there is no food or garbage, bringing home extra clothes, organizing papers and making sure nothing is growing in your locker worthy of your lock being cut over the break because of the pungent smell of rotting food wafting the halls.

December 18, 2025 

Cafeteria Special: Chicken wrap & a jag juice $6.85

Chess club is meeting in the Learning Commons at lunch today! The room will remain open for all other students. 

Yesterday the Senior  boys basketball team travelled to Barry’s Bay to take on Madawaska in regular season action. The team came out to a quick start with everyone contributing offensively. The boys ended up keeping their 

Varsity girls hockey travelled to Deep River yesterday. We played well offensively against Fellowes High school winning 6-0, Mya Thero with the shut out. In the afternoon, the girls played strong defensively against Opeongo. We capitalized on opportunities, Molly Davis and Ella Fridgen getting the goals to make it a 3-1 win for the Jags. Amazing day girls! 

Mr. Valliquette is looking for volunteers to help with the Jaguar Alumni Volleyball tournament that will be held at SJHS on Saturday, Dec. 27th. It will start at 8:30 and there is an opportunity to get up to 10 hours. You can help for the morning, the afternoon or the whole day. No volleyball scorekeeping experience is needed. Please stop by Student Services if you are interested.

The junior boys travelled to Madawaska Valley last night for league play and came home with a 74-14 victory. Tough team defense set the tone and ball movement was key on offense.  Leading the way in scoring was Max McCarroll, Jude St. John and Jax Patterson.  Take two weeks off boys!

December 19, 2025 - MERRY CHRISTMAS TO OUR ST. JOSEPH'S HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY!!

Cafeteria Special: Festive poutine $7.60

Please take a look at the Lost and Found table located outside the Learning Commons and the exit doors for the ⅞’s. All items will be bagged up and donated on Friday.

Instead of receiving something each day, we’re giving something:
Each day, please bring in the suggested food item (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) and drop it off in the designated collection box in your first period classroom. All items are due by December 12th. 

December 8, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Perogies & a jag juice $6.75

Any Indigenous student wishing to participate in the Christmas Lunchtime Bingo next week on Tues. Dec 09 please see Mr. Benoit or email him. His email address is on his office door across from the Staff Room. Prizes to be won!!

This December, our school is running a Christmas Reverse Advent Calendar to support the Matthew 25 Fund. Instead of receiving something each day, we’re giving something: Each day, please bring in the suggested food item (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) and drop it off in the designated collection box in your first period classroom. All items are due by December 12th. 

Our JR Girls Volleyball team hit the road to Belleville on Friday for their tournament and absolutely crushed it. They battled hard, finished 2nd in their pool, and wrapped up the day with a big WIN in their final match! Such a great day of energy, teamwork, and hustle. No practice tonight girls. 

Attention remaining jag hunt hunters: Today our final round begins! This is the final loop of the remaining 9 hunters. Once you pin your person you will hunt whoever they have. The last hunter standing wins!
If you get pinned please let Mrs Skebo know. Good luck! 

December 9, 2025

Cafeteria Special:  Customer Appreciation Day! Large poutine $8.15, 2 pogos for $6.00, chocolate bars, skittles, jumbo cookies, freezies and more.

This December, our school is running a Christmas Reverse Advent Calendar to support the Matthew 25 Fund. Instead of receiving something each day, we’re giving something: Each day, please bring in the suggested food item (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) and drop it off in the designated collection box in your first period classroom. All items are due by December 12th.

Just a friendly reminder for the Indigenous Bingo today in the student lounge beside the cafeteria from 11-1130.

Prizes to be won!!

Hey Jags! Come out tonight and cheer on our Senior and Junior Girls Volleyball teams as they take on the Opeongo Wildcats in the Jags’ Den! Let’s pack the gym, get loud, and show our teams some love!

Put your game faces on! Chess Club will be meeting in the Learning Commons at lunch. 

All students travelling to the “ Level Up” trades show tomorrow @ the EY center  in Ottawa, please meet Mr. Gravelle in  town square immediately after announcements for a very brief meeting. 

December 10, 2025 -SNOW DAY #1 Level Up Trades Show Excursion Cancelled. 

Christmas Spirit Days 2025  

Start thinking of your outfits!!

Monday, December 15th - Ugly Christmas Sweater

Tuesday, December 16th- Santa versus Grinch

Wednesday, December 17th - Christmas hats and socks

Thursday, December 18th - Winter Sports

Friday, December 19th - Grade level themes: 

December 11, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Taco-mac casserole with a jag juice and garlic stick $7.75

This December, our school is running a Christmas Reverse Advent Calendar to support the Matthew 25 Fund. Instead of receiving something each day, we’re giving something: Each day, please bring in the suggested food item (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) and drop it off in the designated collection box in your first period classroom. All items are due tomorrow.

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice today after school. See you at 2:35. 

Are you in Grade 7 or 8? Want to win some cool prizes?

Come play BINGO this Friday at lunch. Where? In the Small cafeteria. Prizes are limited so make sure you register first.

To register : See Mr. Benoit in person or send him an email.

His email address is on his office door across from the Staff Room.

The Learning Commons will be closed down for an epic day of strategy! It will be closed from the start of lunch until the end of the day for the Chess Tournament. Only one player can emerge victorious—who will be crowned the ultimate Chess Master?

Hey Jags! With Christmas just around the corner, it's time we bring a little jolly to St. Joes with a festive spirit week!

Monday, December 15th is Ugly Christmas Sweater Day

Tuesday, December 16th is Santa vs Grinch Day

Wednesday, December 17th is Christmas Cheer from Head to Toe

Thursday, December 18th is Winter Sports Day

Friday, December 19th is 'North Pole' Day: 

 Teachers will dress up as Snowflakes

    Grade 12s will dress up as Santa

    Grade 11s will dress up as Elves

    Grade 10s will dress up as reindeer

    Grade 9s will dress up as Snowmen

    Grade 8s will dress up as Christmas trees

    And Grade 7s will dress up as Gingerbread people

We hope to see you deck the halls with your Christmas cheer next week, Jags!

Collection for our cookie auction is well underway! Please consider supporting this cause by donating to your period 2 teacher. On Tuesday, December 16th, you will be rewarded with a sweet treat. All money raised will suppor the Matthew25 Fund.

There will be a junior boys basketball practice at 11:15 in the gym today at lunch in preparation for the game today at RCI.

December 12, 2025

Want to know what matters more to Santa than if you have been naughty or nice? Word on the street is that what is topping Santa’s concern this year is whether you ordered your DRE Pizza for next Thursday! Make sure to order your Pizza on school cash online before tuesday, and remember… Santa is watching…

Collection for our cookie auction is well underway! Please consider supporting this cause by donating to your period 2 teacher. On Tuesday, December 16th, you will be rewarded with a sweet treat. All money raised will support the Matthew25 Fund.

The senior boys basketball team travelled across town to take on RCI in regular season action. After a very slow start the boys came away with a 34 point victory behind the hot shooting hand of Noah Purvis. Please excuse the senior boys today as they play in a tournament hosted by RCI at the MyFM center gym.

The Chess Club has crowned its kings in our first tournament! Taking fourth place was Andrew Yantha. Grabbing the bronze was Graeme Russett, and securing the silver was Liam Seaman! Our undisputed King of the Board, taking the gold, is Johnathon Ippolitto! And a huge thank you to Joseph Quinn, Robert Brydges and Liam Seaman for helping organize the event and thanks Joe for being an outstanding ref!

The junior boys faced a tough RCI team last night in league play dropping the game 67-28. We were able to come away with some areas for improvement but some positive steps on defense were made.  Leading the scoring was Jax Patterson and Max McCarroll. Practice Monday to prepare for our trip to Barry’s Bay.

December 1, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Popcorn chicken bowl & jag juice $7.75

Attention all 2026 graduates. There will be an important meeting tomorrow morning after announcements in the cafeteria. 

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tomorrow at STA. 

Last week the Senior Boys basketball team travelled to Cornwall to compete in a preseason tournament. In their first game, they beat Russell by 30 points and in their second game they beat TISS by 20 points and played excellent defense in both games. In the semifinal game they beat the host school, CCVS, by 8 points in front of a packed gym. This win allowed them to go to the finals where they fell short of a championship by 3 points to St. Joe’s of Cornwall. Great start to the season guys. The first regular season game is at home tomorrow against Valour. 

There will be a practice for both junior and senior improv teams after school on the stage. If you cannot attend, please let Mrs. Kelly know.

Did you audition or sign up for Dramafest? We will have a creative meeting after school on Wednesday from 2:30-5:00 in Mrs. Kelly’s room.

Congratulations to Kamryn Vaillancourt who was chosen as the Renfrew Victoria Hospital’s Tree of Lights Artist this year, what an honor!

 All students attending the Mont Ste. Anne ski trip in February are asked to come to a meeting today at the start of lunch in the Art Room.  

December 2, 2025

Every Friday for the month of December is PJ Day! 14 days until Christmas Break!

Gr. 7-8 classes who are doing Land Based Learning with Mr. Solar are to meet him at our Out Door classroom this morning. He will be waiting there. 

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tonight at STA. Please meet in town square to head over together at 2:35.

Chess Club will be moved to Wednesday.  Additionally, for any student who would like to play in the upcoming chess tournament, please be aware that your permission slip needs to be signed on SchoolCash Online by Wednesday. Students without a completed permission slip will not be able to attend the tournament. If you do not have access to the form, please see Mrs. MacDonald. 

Any Indigenous student wishing to participate in the Christmas Lunchtime Bingo next week on Tues. Dec 09 please see Mr. Benoit or email him. His email address is on his office door across from the Staff Room. Prizes to be won!!

A reminder that there will be a grad meeting in the cafeteria after announcements this morning. 

December 3, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Shepherd's Pie & a jag juice $7.75

Time to think! Chess Club is calling your name. See you in the Learning Commons at lunch today!

Congratulations to St. Joe’s Jaguar and Sarnia Sting prospect Kale Osipenko as he has left for Trois Riviere, Quebec, to play for Team Canada East in the World Junior ‘A’ Hockey Challenge. The Bronze and Gold Medal games will be broadcast live on TSN next week. Check out the Hockey Canada website for more info. Good luck, Kale!

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tonight at SJHS. See you at 2:35. 

Healthy snack will be offered today between period 2 & 3. Swing by to grab your healthy snack! 

The senior boys basketball team came out strong against the visiting Valour team holding them to only 8 points at half time. St. Joe’s came out on top with everyone contributing on both ends of the floor. The Jags are on the road today as they travel to Pembroke to play Fellowes.

The junior boys started their regular season with a 37-29 win over Valour last night.  Leading the way in scoring was Jax Patterson and Jansen Riopelle.  Great start to the season. The bus for Fellowes leaves at 12:30 today!

There have been a few more grad photo sittings opened up on Thursday and Friday. If you tried to book them and it didn’t work, try again. 

December 4, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pulled pork sandwich, fries &  a jag juice $7.75

Unfortunately, we will not be having Grad Pictures today.  We are working on an alternative date.  Stay tuned. 

There will be construction happening behind the school today near portables 1, 2 and 3. Please stay away from the work area and pylons.

Just a reminder for tomorrow that every Friday for the month of December is PJ Day!

Yesterday, the senior boys basketball team travelled to Pembroke to take on the Fellowes Falcons. Despite a short bench the guys kept up their defensive intensity throughout the entire game. The boys came away with a 81-63 win in front of an enthusiastic Pembroke crowd. The team is now 2-0 in league play and will play RCI late next week..

Any Indigenous student wishing to participate in the Christmas Lunchtime Bingo next week on Tues. Dec 09 please see Mr. Benoit or email him. His email address is on his office door across from the Staff Room. Prizes to be won!!

Chess club is happening today at lunchtime in the Learning Commons! The room will remain open for other students. 

The Junior boys basketball team faced a very tough and skilled Fellowes team in league play.  The boys gave it their all and learned some things along the way. We will take this lesson and move on to the next challenge.  Leading the scoring was Jax Patterson. Practice Monday, time to be determined.

Dickerson Reminders: Construction at back of school, tri meet 

December 5, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Parm & pasta with a garlic stick & jag juice $7.75

This December, our school is running a Christmas Reverse Advent Calendar to support the Matthew 25 Fund. 

Instead of receiving something each day, we’re giving something:
Each day, please bring in the suggested food item (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) and drop it off in the designated collection box in your first period classroom. All items are due by December 12th. 

The grade 8 boys volleyball concluded their season yesterday against some tough competition at the Tournament of Champions. The team competed well each match but fell to Rockwood School in the quarterfinals. Overall, the team had a great season representing Jag Nation. Congratulations to all!

The Learning Commons will be closed period one and two for Alpha Retreat. 

Yesterday, the Grade 8 girls volleyball team wrapped up their season at the Tournament of Champions held at Fellowes High School. They showed incredible heart and determination throughout the day. While their run ended in the quarter-finals, we are so proud of their effort and how hard they played. Thank you for a wonderful season!

Our Senior Girls Volleyball team had a strong showing yesterday to kick off the season. They opened with a 3–2 win against Valour, playing with focus and intensity throughout the match. The team then faced Jean Lejoie in a competitive game where spirits stayed high from start to finish. Despite a hard-fought effort, they finished with a 3–1 loss. Stay tuned for next week’s home game in the Jag Den.

November 24, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Honey garlic chicken fingers, fries and a jag juice $7.75

Are you interested in acting in this year’s Dramafest competition? Please sign up for an audition time. Grades 9-12 can do so on the Stage doors and grades 7-8 can sign up near the doors of the wing. Any questions please see Mrs. Kelly or Sam Parsons.

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tonight at 2:35.

Would ALL SHSM MANUFACTURING students that are traveling to the Carpenter’s Union tomorrow, please check in with Mr. Gravelle before the end of school today. 

Jag Hunt Round 4 Begins today at 10:55. This is the last round of pairs. Triangle rounds will start next week! If you do not receive your slip from your period 1 teacher please see Mrs Skebo in room 307 before the start of lunch. Happy hunting! 

November 25, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Sweet & Sour meatballs on a bed of rice & a jag juice $7.75

Are you interested in acting in this year’s Dramafest competition? Please sign up for an audition time. Grades 9-12 can do so on the Stage doors and grades 7-8 can sign up near the doors of the wing. Any questions please see Mrs. Kelly or Sam Parsons.

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tonight at STA. Please meet Ms. Pallen in the town square at 2:35 to walk over. 

Any Grade 9 and 10 girls interested in playing in a one-day volleyball tournament next Wednesday…there will be a practice at lunch Wednesday and Friday this week in the gym.

We have been asked by local residence to remind our students who drive that Barnett Blvd. is not a racetrack. While it’s curves and straight stretches are enticing, please slow down and watch for pedestrians and follow the posted speed limit. 

A reminder that Chess club will be meeting in the Learning Commons today at lunchtime. The room will remain open for other students. Hope to see you all there! 

We are hosting a volleyball tournament here today. Washrooms on the second floor will be closed for visitor use only.  

November 26, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Caesar salad with a garlic stick & jag juice $7.75

Are you interested in acting in this year’s Dramafest competition? Please sign up for an audition time. Grades 9-12 can do so on the Stage doors and grades 7-8 can sign up near the doors of the wing. Any questions please see Mrs. Kelly or Sam Parsons.

Calling all drivers: This is another reminder Barnett blvd is not a racetrack. While its curves and straight stretches are enticing, please slow down and watch for pedestrians and follow the posted speed limit. 

There will be an early junior girls volleyball practice tonight at 2:35. 

Any Grade 9 and 10 girls interested in playing in a one day volleyball tournament next Wednesday, we will have practice at lunch today and Friday this week in the gym. 

November 27, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Club wrap $6.85

Do you have a brilliant young mind with endless potential, who has a desire to conquer those who oppose your rise to complete domination!? Well then, chess club is right for you! Please join us for lunch today in the learning commons, where you get wrecked, or get good.

All Grade 11 SHSM Manufacturing students, please see Mr. Gravelle to pick up your permission form for the upcoming Trades Show in Ottawa.

This is just a reminder that there will be a junior boys AND girls volleyball practice today at lunch. Please meet in the gym right away, changed, and ready for a team picture. 

The junior boys basketball team travelled to Arnprior for an exhibition game last night and came up short 61-33. We started off slowly but showed some resilience throughout the game.  It was an opportunity to learn and get up to speed for some new players to the high school level. Lots of positives to build on at early practice tonight.  Great start Jags.

November 28, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Come out and try our Mexican fries supreme $5.99

Jag hunt round 4 ends today at 11:25. Please make sure to come to the table right at 11:25 to play rock, paper, scissors if you have not pinned your person by then. Our first triangle round will begin on Monday. Happy hunting!

SHSM- All Grade 11 SHSM Manufacturing students, please see Mr. Gravelle to pick up your permission form for the upcoming Trades Show in Ottawa.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Perogies &  Jag Juice $6.75

This is a reminder that when you participate in the Healthy Snack Program, you must dispose of your garbage properly. Last week, a significant amount of garbage was left in the stairs and hallways. We want to ensure our program continues, so please be mindful of your waste and respectful of our hardworking custodians. Thank you for helping keep our school clean and supporting the program!

There will be a grade 8 boys volleyball practice in the Jag Den at lunch today.

Are you a good human being who enjoys helping others and doing good in the community? Well, then you get a special sale today! This week’s pizza day is only $6.00 for two slices and a pop just for your kind soul.

Would all members of the Junior and Senior Improv teams meet on the stage after school for rehearsal.

The Junior girls volleyball practice that was scheduled for tonight will be cancelled.  

Congratulations to the Sr Boys Volleyball team on earning a Silver Medal at EOSSAA last Thursday in Kingston. The team came out strong, posting convincing victories over Carleton Place and Gananoque. In the semis, they squared off against a tough host team and a very loud and vocal crowd  where you could barely hear the whistle. The team prevailed in 3 sets and, then, after a quick rest, had to face L’Escale in the Championship match. Although it was very close, the team could not pull out one last victory. It was a great season for all, and we now say farewell to some of our players as we put them out to pasture.

Jag hunt round 3 beings today at 10:55!   A reminder that you must get your slip before then and any pins that happen after 10:55 are fair. See Mrs Skebo in room 307 before the start of lunch if you cannot find your slip.   Happy Hunting! 

 Have a Magnificent Monday! 

NOVEMBER 18, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Customer Appreciation Day Large poutine $8.15, 2 pogo’s for $6.00, chocolate bars, reg pop, jumbo cookies, freezies and much more.

Mrs. Mulvihill’s Period 2 - please report to room 121 for class

The floor 2 washrooms will be closed for the day as we are hosting a volleyball tournament. Please use washrooms on floor 1 or 3. 

Dickerson Reminder: It is a very busy day here at SJHS . We have DELF Testing, Gr. 8 Volley Ball Tournament (parking) & Gr. 10 OSSLT for the morning. 

NOVEMBER 19, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Mac & Cheese with a jag juice $6.75

Attention Sr Boys volleyball team - bring your jersey and shorts on Friday during the celebratory pizza lunch in Rm 121. 

There will be a late junior girls' volleyball practice tonight after school. Practice will start at 3:50. 

Congratulations to the grade 8 boys volleyball teams as they continued to improve all day long yesterday. Both teams advanced to the quarter-finals, where, unfortunately, they had to face each other. With St. Joe’s advancing to the semis, they faced a tough Eganville team and lost a close match. However, they put that behind them and responded well in the Bronze Medal match, where they posted another victory on the day and advanced to the Tournament of Champions on Dec 4. Enjoy today off, and practice resumes tomorrow at lunch.

There will be healthy snack offered today between P3 & 4. See you there! 

Ready to start strategizing? We're launching the new St. Joseph’s  Chess Club for grades 9-12! Whether you're a beginner or a grandmaster, join us Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch in the Learning Commons. Sign up now outside the Learning Commons, and plan your first move at our first meeting next Tuesday!

 NOVEMBER 20, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Grilled Cheese & Ham with a jag juice $6.75

There will be a very brief, but important, Athletic Council meeting in the Art Room today at the beginning of lunch. Please bring your Chromebooks!

Congratulations to the grade 8 girls volleyball teams as they learned how to play with grace and dignity. They also learned the importance of never giving up and being supportive team players. One of the teams advanced to the Tournament of Champions on Dec 4. Practices will resume next week.

We have Bible study in the chapel today at lunch, and we are looking at the call of Samuel. We will be exploring how we can grow in our ability to hear God’s voice. 

NOVEMBER 21, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Come out and try our Caesar fries $5.99 Add our homemade dipping sauces for 99 cents

A reminder that chess club starts next Tuesday in the Learning Commons at lunch! Anyone interested in joining, there is a sign-up sheet posted outside of the Commons. Hope to see you there!

Jag Hunt Round 3 will end today at 11:25. Please make sure you go to the jag hunt table promptly at 11:25 to play rock paper scissors if you did not pin your person before then. If both people do not come to the table by 11:25, you will both be out!

Happy Hunting! 

Reminder: Friday is a P.A. Day 

NOVEMBER 10, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Popcorn Chicken bowl & Jag juice $7.75

Any students looking for community service hours and would be able to help out at the Arnprior Ringette Tournament November 29th and 30th, please see Mrs. Cahill.

Jag Hunt Round 2 will begin today at 10:55. You should receive your slip from your period 1 teachers. Students on spare or e-learning can see Ms McDonald in the Learning Commons to get their slips. See Mrs Skebo in room 307 if you cannot find your slip.

Happy Hunting! 

Would members from the Senior and Junior Improv teams please meet Mrs. Kelly on the stage for practice tonight after school. Please plan transportation accordingly.

There will be a junior boys tryout tonight at 3:50 and tomorrow at 2:35 in the gym. There will be a meeting in the Art Room at the start of lunch for any grade 9 or 10 boys who are interested in trying out for the team. 

There will be a senior girls volleyball tryout tonight at 2:35 in the gym. Please see Mrs. Mulvihill if you cannot attend. 

NOVEMBER 11, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Parm pasta & Jag juice $7.75

Now that the snow has arrived, we thought a reminder would be needed to not throw or kick the snow at someone. This includes at lunch and beginning and end of day.

Could all of those who are involved in reading for the Remembrance Day liturgy today, please come to the gym momentarily after announcements. 

Beginning at 10 a.m., classes will be called down by grade. 

NOVEMBER 12, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pulled Pork Sandwich, fries & Jag juice $7.75

This is an announcement for our grade 9-12 students. Over the last couple of weeks there has been a lot of food and garbage being left after lunch in the halls and in our two cafeterias. Please take a moment to clean up after yourselves out of respect for our space and the people we share it with. 

Attention actors, stage managers, sound and light technicians! We need you! If you are interested in competing in this year’s Dramafest in March, please come to an information session at lunch today in Mrs. Kelly’s room 102. If you cannot make it, but are interested, please check in with Mrs. Kelly by next week.

There is absolutely no throwing snowballs allowed. This is important at all times but especially at the end of the day when we have our school and St. Thomas being dismissed with parents picking kids up and so forth. Please be respectful of this request. 

CPAN is looking for volunteers to help on Friday Nov. 28th and Saturday Nov. 29th at St. Joe’s.  If you are interested please see Mr. Valliquette.

There will not be a Junior Boys Basketball tryout tonight. There will still be one on Thursday at 3:50.

Dickerson announcement: EQAO 

NOVEMBER 13, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Cheese tortellini with a garlic stick & Jag juice $7.75

CPAN is looking for volunteers to help on Friday Nov. 28th and Saturday Nov. 29th at St. Joe’s.  If you are interested please see Mr. Valliquette.

There will be a Senior Boys Basketball Try-out in the early early time slot on Monday, November 17th and Wednesday, November 19. Please contact Mr. Halk if you are unable to attend.

We are continuing to ask our grade 9-12 students to clean up after themselves wherever they are eating in the school. There is lots of garbage being left on tables, and food being crushed on the ground.

Attention Junior Girls. Please check the team list posted outside the gym doors. There will be an early volleyball tryout after school today. See you at 2:35!

A huge shoutout to our junior girls basketball team for going undefeated yesterday at EOSSAA, claiming St. Joseph’s first ever AA EOSSA Gold Medal with a 60-43 win over St. Michael’s in the final. Incredible performance and season girls. Please return your CLEANED jerseys and shorts to either Mr. Murray or Mr. Strader.   

Do you enjoy Pizza, and helping starving children in the Dominican Republic? Well then remember to order your pizza for next Thursday on school cash online! Dominican Republic Pizza day, doing good never tasted so good!

The Learning Commons will be closed from period one to three including lunch. 

Jag hunt round two ends today at 11:25! Reminder that if you do not get your person by 11:25 you must report to the jag hunt table to play rock paper scissors. If you are not there by 11:25 you will be out!  Round 3 will begin on Monday! Happy hunting!

NOVEMBER 3, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken strips, fries and a jag juice $7.75

There will be a Junior Boys Volleyball practice tonight at 2:35 in preparation for playoffs tomorrow.

Improv will be cancelled after school today. However, all three teams are expected to be at the school Saturday from 1:30-3:30 for CIG workshops. If you have any questions please see Mrs. Kelly.

Just a reminder we have a parent information evening tomorrow at 6 p.m. and all parents are welcome. If your parent attends, you will be entered into a draw for a free Cafeteria lunch! 

If you used a pair of jeans for the pumpkin carving contest, please come to the office.

St. Francis Xavier Parish is looking for a volunteer to work from 8-3 on Saturday Nov. 8th. You will be helping to keep things organized and clean in the kitchen.  It is a great opportunity to get 7 hours done! Please see Mr. Valliquette for contact info if you are interested.

Will the Novice Boys Cross-Country Team please see Ms. Afelskie in Rm 310 right after announcements today.

Bible study will be happening tomorrow at lunch in the chapel. We have a special guest speaker, Reverend Susan, who will be speaking about how she prays and what God sounds like to her. All staff and students are welcome.

Jag hunt begins today! You should receive your first slip from your period 1 teachers. If you are on spare or e-learning see Ms McDonald in the Learning Commons. If you don’t receive a slip see Mrs Skebo in room 307 after period 1. Teachers, if you could please take a few minutes to go over the rules with your classes that would be greatly appreciated! Happy hunting Jags! 

NOVEMBER 4, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Walking tacos $6.75

Please wish the Junior Boys Volleyball team luck today as they head to Pembroke to take on the RCI Raiders and the Fellow Falcons in their first round of play offs! Good luck boys. Taxis leave at 9:45.

Attention Senior Boys Basketball players: There will be a meeting today at the beginning of lunch in Rm 116 for those interested in trying out for the senior boys basketball team.

Between the Lines Book Club will be meeting today at lunch in the Learning Commons. The Learning Commons will be closed for lunch for all other students.

Would ALL Grade 12 SHSM Manufacturing students please pick up their permission form for the Carpenter’s Union from Mr. Gravelle.

GSA is open today at lunch in room 102. All are welcome.

 If  you are interested in trying out for the Sr Girls Volleyball team, please sign up outside the gym. Tryouts will start next week. 

NOVEMBER 5, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Greek salad, garlic stick and a jag juice $6.75

Most exits will be blocked off heading out to the portables as we have a company working on the railings down the back steps. Please use the cafeteria / parking lot doors to access the portables for the day. 

Would ALL Grade 12 SHSM Manufacturing students please pick up their permission form for the Carpenter’s Union from Mr. Gravelle.

Congratulations to the Senior Boys Volleyball team for starting the playoffs off in dramatic fashion. After posting a 3-0 victory over Fellowes High School, they faced cross town rival RCI. With a few adjustments, the team was able to rebound from their deficit and made a wonderful comeback to win 3 games to 2, keeping the winning streak intact. Semi-finals against Opeongo are here tomorrow in the Jag Den at 10 am.

Last night our junior girls basketball team took on ADHS in the county semi-finals. After a slow start, the girls gained momentum in the 2nd quarter gaining a comfortable lead. The girls successfully held the lead for the rest of the game, ultimately winning 44-30. We will have early practice tonight in the St. Thomas gym to prepare for the finals at Opeongo tomorrow at 3. If you can’t make it, please let Mr. Murray or Mr. Strader know.  

If  you are interested in trying out for the Sr Girls Volleyball team, please sign up outside the gym. Tryouts will start next week.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Hamburger, fries & Jag Juice $7.75

If you have a family member who has served in the Canadian Armed Forces and would like their name to be added to our Remembrance Day ceremony, please tell Mr. Sullivan today and tomorrow.

Are you passionate about mental health? Looking to make a difference in Ontario schools? Thrive School Mental Health is looking for students from grades 7 to 10 to join their team. Thrive is a group of passionate students that work with School Mental Health Ontario to develop and review resources, share student perspectives, support or lead mental health promotion initiatives, and more! They aim to reduce stigma and promote mental health in schools across Ontario. If you are interested, check out the posters in Student Services, or connect with our Social Worker, Ashley Prince. 

Any girls interested in trying out for the Junior Girls Volleyball Team — tryouts will begin next week on Monday and Tuesday with EARLY practice at 2:35p.m.

Would ALL Grade 12 SHSM Manufacturing students please pick up their permission form for the Carpenter’s Union from Mr. Gravelle.

Could all students in grade 10 who are writing the Literacy Practice Test next week please make sure your Chromebooks or Windows devices are updated by restarting your device before Wednesday’s test?

Tomorrow is our Picture Retake Day. We will call grades down to the Stage once the Photographers are ready to go.  

NOVEMBER 7, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pizza Poutine $6.99

Are you passionate about mental health? Thrive School Mental Health  is looking for students from grades 7 to 10 to join their team. Thrive is a group of passionate students that work with School Mental Health Ontario to develop and review resources, share student perspectives, support or lead mental health promotion initiatives, and more! They aim to reduce stigma and promote mental health in schools across Ontario. If you are interested, check out the posters in Student Services, or connect with our Social Worker, Ashley Prince.

A big congrats to the Junior Boys Volleyball Team who finished third in the county! They wrapped up their season yesterday with a hard-fought match against the Fellowes Falcons. It was a scrappy game, but the boys left it all on the court. Solid finish to the season boys!

The junior girls basketball were on the road last night to compete in the county finals, taking on an undefeated Opeongo team. The girls played stellar defense all game, holding Opeongo to only 24 points, while tallying up 42 points on offense. The girls capped off a phenomenal season taking home the county championship title. The girls will head to Arnprior next Wednesday to compete at EOSSA. Great job girls! 

The Senior Boys Volleyball team competed well yesterday as they took down Opeongo High School in 3 straight sets. Then they faced cross-town rival RCI and for the 3rd time this season, the Jags sent the visitors home winless again as St. Joe’s emerged victorious once again beating them 3 to 1. This capped off a wonderful season to date, with one tournament win and yet another county championship. The team is off to Kingston next Thursday for EOSSAA. Thank you to everyone who came out to support in the Jag Den yesterday - you helped push us to the top again!

There will be a Junior Boys Basketball tryout Monday at 3:45. If you require late transportation but do not know what that is, please see Mr. Valliquette.

OCTOBER 27, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken burger, fries and a jag juice $7.75 

For every special bought this week your name will go into a draw for 1 of 2 spooky gift bags.

Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in the Cafeteria today during high school and 7&8 lunch! Each spooky candy bag costs just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend. Sales end on Wednesday so go buy your Candy Gram today.

The Junior Girls basketball team had a successful weekend in their Playoff Primer Tournament. Defeating Sydenham 55-14, and Carlton Place 33-17 on Friday, coming out of their pool ranked first. Despite having a short bench on Saturday, the girls went on to beat South Carlton 45-30 in the semi-finals, moving on to face off against Bayridge in the finals. The girls continued their success, completing an undefeated tournament with a score of 58-23. Great team effort girls! We are back on the court today at fellowes, the bus will be leaving at 12:30. 

A huge shout-out and congratulations to our Cross-Country Team for their incredible performance at the EOSSAA championship in Kingston last Thursday!  Despite the cold weather, our athletes came prepared and demonstrated phenomenal dedication and grit on the course. We are so proud of their effort and sportsmanship!

A few standout achievements from the day include:

• Gage Skelhorn and Serena Descharme didn't just meet their personal goals for the day—they smashed them! What an outstanding display of focus and determination!

• Our Novice boys team which included Andrew Yantha, Ryan Kabakov, Liam Byce and Jackson Limlaw- showed massive improvement, with every runner shaving off significant time from their previous race on the Kingston course. Commendable progress, boys!

Every runner gave it their all, and their results are a testament to their hard work this season.

Looking Ahead

The Cross-Country season has come to an end, but the running doesn't stop here! Team members are encouraged to keep running over the winter to maintain their fitness and prepare for the Track and Field season starting up in the spring.

Great work, team! We can't wait to see what you achieve next!

There will be a mandatory meeting for all Ultimate players in the music room to discuss Wednesday's tourney. If you are not there, I will assume you are not going.

There will be an Athletic Council meeting in the Art Room at the start of lunch to discuss long range goals and future planning. New members are always welcome.

Dickerson Reminders: High school students are not permitted in the cafeteria and are not permitted to buy food from 11:45-12:05. The time that Gr .⅞ students have is limited to get their food and eat so please use your lunch your from 10:50-11:45

Kindness Cafe - This Wednesday be sure to bring your toonies and loonies. For more information please see the spooky posters around the school. 

OCTOBER 28, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Perogies & a jag juice $6.75

DON'T FORGET: Bring your Loonies and Toonies tomorrow.  Mrs. Wilcox's Class will be hosting KINDNESS CAFE in Town Square Periods 1 and 2.  There is Hot Chocolate and Abby's School Famous Cake Pops for sale. Cafe Mocha and tea are available to our staff members. 

Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in the Cafeteria today during high school and Grades 7&8 lunch and cost $3 each! Sales end tomorrow so go buy your Candy Gram today.

The Sr. Girls bball team went to Pembroke yesterday and had a close match against Fellowes.  Things were close the entire way along.  Our ½ court D worked but Fellowes had fast breaks.  We had good passes for good shots, but turned the ball over a bit too much.  Kyra Comparelli had her first three, but it was our only one.  So we ended up on the short end of a 40-32 game.  Rosie Daniels finished with 16 points, thank you very much.  Practice tonight to get ready for Thursday.

The Junior Girls Basketball Team also faced off against Fellowes last night. With a short bench the girls were able to pull off the win, taking the game 52-13. Great job girls. We will have practice tonight after school. If you can not make it please let Mr. Murray or Mr. Strader know before lunch.   

OCTOBER 29, 2025

Cafeteria Special:  Tex Mex bowl & a jag juice $7.75

Just a reminder, For every special bought this week your name will go into a draw for 1 of 2 spooky gift bags.

Last day to buy your Halloween Candy Grams! Come to the cafeteria today at lunch to buy your spooky candy bag for just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend. Sales end TODAY!!!

If you have come across a black Nike backpack, please bring it to the main office.

Want to win a free cafeteria lunch? On November 4th we are hosting a parent session in the evening about online safety and for every parent or guardian that attends, their child’s name will be entered into a draw for a free lunch! 

Congratulations to the Junior Boys Volleyball Team, who secured their playoff spot last night after an exciting five-game match against Mackenzie. The team showed great determination and teamwork throughout the night. Well done to all the players on a well-deserved win! No practice tonight.  

OCTOBER 30, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Mac & Cheese with a jag juice $6.75

Want to win a free cafeteria lunch? On November 4th from 6 to 7:30 p.m. we are hosting a parent evening about online safety and cyberbullying, two very important topics that impact every student in this school! If your parent attends, you will be entered into a draw for a free cafeteria lunch!

Good morning Jags!  Halloween is this Friday, so it’s officially time to bring on the spooky fits.  

This Friday all students are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes. It can be scary, funny, creative, unhinged... whatever your vibe is. Just keep it school-appropriate.

At lunch in the cafeteria there will be a costume contest with prizes, so if you’ve been waiting for your moment to shine… this is it.   So show up, show out, and make Friday scary iconic!

Bible study is at lunch today in the chapel! Please join us, for food, faith and friendship. 

Did you forget to buy your bestie a Jack-o-Gram? It’s not too late!! If you have cash, please come to 312 anytime during period 1 to buy one.

It’s Pumpkin Decorating day!! Classes can come to Town Square immediately after announcements to pick up their pumpkin. Pumpkins must be returned to town square by the end of period 1. Remember, please do not put any names on your pumpkin, it’s fun to guess who it is. Good luck everyone!

The Learning Commons will be closed from 10:30 to 11:15 today for a presentation. 

It was another successful day on the tennis courts yesterday in Kingston. St. Joseph’s had several individuals competing at EOSSA. Congratulations to Tori Mcdonald and Jared Rathwell for finishing 2nd overall in mixed doubles.

The Ultimate teams travelled to Petawawa yesterday to compete in the County Championships! The Junior team didn’t advance to the finals but played hard with a short bench. The Varsity team lost a couple of close matches before ending the season on a winning streak by beating Fellowes in the final pool play.  Great job, Jaguars. 

OCTOBER 31, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Eyeball sub & a cup of swamp juice $6.75

Just a reminder, For every special bought this week your name will go into a draw for 1 of 2 spooky gift bags.

Want to win a free cafeteria lunch? Let your parent/guardian know that on November 4th from 6 to 7:30 p.m. we are hosting a parent evening about online safety and cyberbullying, two very important topics that impact every student in this school! If your parent attends, you will be entered into a draw for a free cafeteria lunch!

Bible study next week will be on Tuesday, where we have a special guest coming to speak about her preferred method of prayer. All staff and students are welcome!

The junior girls basketball team capped off a phenomenal regular season with a win over Bishop last night, taking the game 59-20. The girls have earned a bye, and will play in the semi-finals next Tuesday here in the Jag Den. Great work girls.  

OCTOBER 20, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken strips, fries and a jag juice $7.75

Another successful day on the tennis courts last Thursday with several teams advancing to EOSSA. Kylie Miller, never having played tennis before, took first in girls singles; two mixed doubles teams: Tori McDonald and Jared Rathwell and Kendel Richards and Colin Gallager taking first and second respectively, and Sawyer Schneuneman taking second in boys doubles. It was a great, long day all around. Everyone who played should be very proud of themselves.

Would all members of the Senior and Junior Improv teams please meet with Mrs. Kelly in room 102 after school. 

Congratulations to all members of the Cross Country Team on an incredible performance at Counties on Friday! Every runner gave it their all and represented our school with pride and determination.

A special shout-out goes to our Novice Boys’ team, who came away with a huge win! With four runners making up a full team, they worked hard and earned first place overall! 🎉

Will all members of the cross country team please meet in Ms. Afelskie’s room at the beginning of lunch today to discuss plans for EOSSA on Thursday.

Great job, team — your hard work has truly paid off!

There will be a meeting today for the Ultimate team in the Art Room at the beginning of lunch to discuss the tourney.

Have a magnificent Monday!

OCTOBER 21, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Taco Tuesday! 2small wraps for $5.75

Are you a cool cat? Why not join the choir after school today in the chapel!

Starting this Wednesday, Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in Townsquare! Each spooky candy bag costs just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend.

We’ll deliver all Candy Grams right to first-period classes on Halloween morning — a perfect way to kick off the day!

They’ll be available for sale at lunch until next Wednesday, so don’t miss out on your chance to share some Halloween spirit!

There is a brief cross country meeting for all cross country runners in grade 7 and 8 going to the Arnprior meet tomorrow. See Mrs. Huckabone at the start of lunch in her room (233). 

A representative from Algonquin College is here at 10am today to discuss all programs from all campuses.  If you are interested, you must see Mr. Valliquette during P1.

OCTOBER 22, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Caesar Salad - sm:$6.85, lg:$10.25

Starting today Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in Townsquare! Each spooky candy bag costs just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend.

We’ll deliver all Candy Grams right to first-period classes on Halloween morning — a perfect way to kick off the day!

They’ll be available for sale at lunch until next Wednesday, so don’t miss out on your chance to share some Halloween spirit!

Congratulations to the Junior Boys Volleyball team on a great performance yesterday. They defeated Valour in four games and followed it up with an incredible match against Fellows, taking it all the way to game five with a close 20–18 finish. Awesome effort boys! Good luck today in your 10 AM game against RCI! 

OCTOBER 23, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Grilled cheese and a jag juice $5.75

Want to make friends, talk about the deeper questions in life, and not be a nerd? Join us today for bible study in the chapel at lunch. Join us today to hear how Mr. Sullivan prefers to pray, and what God sounds like to him, all staff and students are welcome!

Poetry Club will be canceled today after school due to interviews.

The gym is not available today during lunch as we have accessible basketball in the gym today!

Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in Townsquare today! Each spooky candy bag costs just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend.

We’ll deliver all Candy Grams right to first-period classes on Halloween morning — a perfect way to kick off the day!

They’ll be available for sale at lunch until next Wednesday, so don’t miss out on your chance to share some Halloween spirit!

Big shoutout to our Junior Boys Volleyball team who took down the RCI Raiders yesterday in an exciting four-set match! Great work, Jags! way to bring the energy and the win! No practice tonight. 

Sr. Girls bball had a couple of good days recently.  Tuesday they were in Petawawa, and although they were understaffed, were able to keep them pinned in their end and get some shots off.  We pulled off the press in the second half and came out on top of a 47-27 game.  Last night, Madawaska Valley came to town, and we came out on top of a 68-13 game.  A lot of layups for Serena Ducharme, and some nice assists by Kyra Comparelli.  And plenty of rebounds for Remi Stevenson.  Game Monday against Fellowes.

Jr. Girls basketball also took on Madawaska Valley last night, adding another one in the win column. For any junior girls that do not have a ride lined up for our first game in Arnprior tomorrow, please let Mr. Murray or Mr. Strader know before lunch today. 

Our grade 7 & 8 Cross country team braved the rain yesterday in Arnprior and had a fantastic day! The grade 7 runners Abby Briscoe and Brady Davis both placed 3rd in their races, and Rory Crozier came in at 7th. For the grade 8 girls, Cora Greenaway came in 2nd. For the grade 8 boys, Drake Brooks was 1st, Reed Schroeder was 3rd, Carter Seabrook 11th and Joshua Vanderswagg came in 12th after running down 3 competitors in the last 100m of the race! It was an impressive showing of determination, perseverance and true Jag spirit!

It was a great week for the Sr Boys Volleyball team as they went 3 and 0 as they posted victories over Fellowes, Valour and cross-town rival RCI to clinch 1st place in the County for the Regular Season. They will finish the season with a trip to Deep River next week to play Mackenzie with their undefeated season on the line. Practice late on Monday, as there is also a hockey practice that day.

Dickerson: Just a reminder that we have PT interviews tonight from 4-7. Messages have gone home to parents.

OCTOBER 24, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Meatball sub and a jag juice $6.75

Our Community Partner, CPAN is looking for high school students to volunteer with their annual Snow  Suite Drive this weekend here at the school beginning  tonight  4 - 7 pm and Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3 pm.

Please see the flyer on the window outside the main office.

There will be a brief, mandatory junior boys volleyball meeting today at the beginning of lunch in room 321.

Halloween Candy Grams will be on sale at lunch in the Cafeteria today! Each spooky candy bag costs just $3, and you can grab one for yourself or send a sweet surprise to a friend.    Grade 7 and 8 students, starting Monday, we will be selling Candy Grams at your lunch time in the Cafeteria.  They’ll be available for sale at lunch until next Wednesday, so don’t miss out on your chance to share some Halloween spirit!

MONDAY OCTOBER 13, 2025 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

October 14, 2025

GSA will open at lunch in room 102. All are welcome!

A big thank you to everyone who made something in a crockpot or bought tickets. We made over $500 dollars for the foodbank plus ALL your food donations .Everyone who bought a ticket got to cast their vote and we had a panel of judges, Mrs. Kelly, Ms. Graham and Mr. Skelhorn. And the winners are…. We have a tie!  Emma, Peighton, Sam and Cheyanne’s lasagna soup and Luc’s buffalo chicken sliders.

There will be a late junior boys practice tonight. 

Basketball:  Practices this week are early today and late on Thursday.

There will be a meeting for all students interested in joining the first ever Jaguars Ski/Snowboard Club! We are planning a few trips to some great Canadian hills and we are hoping to have a great crew of Jaguars carving up the slopes. Come to the Art Room at the beginning of lunch.

The Athletic Council will be making shirts after school.  If you are available or interested in joining, please meet in the Learning Commons at 2:35. Please see Mr. Valliquette before lunch if you are able to attend.

Dickerson Reminders: Backpacks and Cell phones

Algonquin: Word of the Day: Nōkwewashk

Translation: Sweetgrass

Pronunciation: NO-QUAY-wushk!

Meaning: One of the four sacred medicines; often braided and thought of as the hair of Mother Earth. 

October 15, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pulled Pork Sandwich, fries and a jag juice $7.75

Would all 16 actors involved in October 18th’s murder mystery please meet with Mrs. Kelly in room 102 at lunch. 

Students on spare or e-learning period 1: If you had your photo taken on picture day, please come to the office to pick up your student card.

The Athletic Council will be making shirts after school.  If you are available or interested in joining, please meet in the Learning Commons at 2:35. Please see Mr. Valliquette before lunch if you are able to attend.

The SJHS Ski Club had the first official meeting yesterday with a huge crowd but good news for you! There are still some spots available if you are interested in joining, please see Mr. Valliquette in Student Services.

Yesterday, the senior tennis team competed at Mateway with some success. All teams took at least one match and the senior doubles team of Kip Stevenson and Jaxson Scobie advanced to EOSSA finishing 2nd overall. Great play by everyone.

There will be an Ultimate practice today at lunch.

Dickerson Reminder: With the double sporting events happening this afternoon we do not have any additional space in the gym. Teachers are asked to stay in their regular classes and students are reminded to stay in their afternoon classes.  

October 16, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Stir-Fry with a garlic stick $7.75

If you’ve got the “Courage” as well as the “Grace, Too” and are not “Scared”, you are “Fully and Completely” invited  to come by the cafeteria Friday at lunchtime to listen to the music of The Tragically Hip. Just be sure that your school work is “Ahead By A Century” because you won’t want to miss out. Tomorrow - October 17th commemorates the day that one of Canada’s Legends: Singer/Songwriter/Poet/ and Musician - Gord Downie of The Tragically Hip, passed away 8 years ago on October 17, 2017.  So, make sure to come down to the cafeteria at lunch tomorrow and check out the slide show and music of “The Hip”, and make no “Little Bones” about it!

There will be a junior boys volleyball practice tonight at 2:35. 

Bible study is meeting today in the chapel at lunch! Come and join the coolest kids and read the bible!

Poetry club will be meeting in the chapel today at 2:35. See you there!

Would the following students please come to the office: Cole Hordichuk, Nathan Byce, Leland Bowman, Meave Stiller, and Evan Charbonneau

Algonquin Word of the Day: Mashkikī

Translation: Medicine

Pronunciation: Mush-kick-KEE

October 17, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Meatball sub with a jag juice $6.75

If you’ve got the “Courage” as well as the “Grace, Too” and are not “Scared”, you are “Fully and Completely” invited  to come by the cafeteria today at lunchtime to listen to the music of The Tragically Hip. Just be sure that your school work is “Ahead By A Century” because you won’t want to miss out. Today - October 17th commemorates the day that one of Canada’s Legends: Singer/Songwriter/Poet/ and Musician - Gord Downie of The Tragically Hip, passed away 8 years ago on October 17, 2017.  So, make sure to come down to the cafeteria at lunch and check out the slide show and music of “The Hip”, and make no “Little Bones” about it!

Would all 16 actors involved in October 18th’s murder mystery please meet with Mrs. Kelly in room 102 at lunch.

Dickerson Announcements: Cell Phone class and hallway

An Unscheduled Fire Drill this week. 

Algonquin Word of the Day: Mino-pimādiziwin

Translation: The way of the good life

Pronunciation: Min-no pih-MAWH-d(ih)-zih-win (the sound after the d is often skipped)

Meaning: The basic translation of this word is “to live a good life.” The full meaning of this Anishinābe concept entails living in a way

October 6, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Perogies and a jag juice $6.75

Tennis practice today and Wednesday.

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign-up on the Learning Commons window. Bring a crockpot dish and eat for free!

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on school cashonline.

Period 4 on Thursday, October 9th we will be hosting our annual Turkey Bowl.  That is the staff versus the Grade 7/8 flag football team. We are asking period 4 teachers to collect a twoonie or two items for the foodbank. If you donate, you will get a free hot chocolate to enjoy with your friends while you watch the game.

Varsity Girls Hockey - Interested in trying out for the varsity girls hockey team? Please meet in the gym at the beginning of lunch today for a quick meeting. See you there! 

Reminder for the Junior Girls basketball team that we play here today at 11:30am. Please meet in the gym at the start of lunch. 

Dickerson Reminders: Teachers - lock down practice Tuesday at 1:45 - please review the lock down procedures with your Period 4 class. 

The next varsity boys hockey tryout is tonight after school from 2:30 - 4:00 pm!

Algonquin Word of the Day: Tabasenindizowin

Translation: Humility

Pronunciation: Tuh-buh-SANE-nin-diz-zoh-win

Meaning: One of the seven grandfather teachings, meaning to hold oneself in low regard. This does not mean to think poorly of oneself, but rather to recognize how vast Creation is and that all of these beings – the land, the water, the animals, the minerals – existed long before us and shall exist long after us. These beings do not need us to survive, but we as humans depend on them. Humility is to recognize how little we are in the grand scheme of the world. We are solely but a dot in the scale of time.

October 7, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Mac & Cheese with a jag juice $6.75

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign-up on the Learning Commons window. Bring a crockpot dish and eat for free!

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on schoolcash online.

Period 4 on Thursday, October 9th we will be hosting our annual Turkey Bowl.  That is the staff versus the Grade 7/8 flag football team. We are asking period 4 teachers to collect a twoonie or two items for the foodbank. If you donate, you will get a free hot chocolate to enjoy with your friends while you watch the game.

The Sr. Girls bball team played two games yesterday over at RCI.  Game 1 was against Mackenzie, and it was very back and forth.  The offense was cold, but points were scored off our hot press.  The team was not able to overcome some good shooting by the Deep river team and lost 38-31.  Game two was against Jeanne Lajoie, and we switched to a successful man to man.  Clamps Comparelli locked down players and got 10 points, and Serena Ducharme had many steals.  Remi Stevenson and Addison Chaplin could not be stopped down low with 8 and 8 points.  A 49-23 victory was the final result.  Practices early today and tomorrow, and Opeongo on Thursday at 4:30.

The junior girls took home another win against Mackenzie yesterday. Breaking out in the 4th quarter to win 47-26! Great job girls. Today and tomorrow we will have early practice to prepare for our game against Opeongo on Thursday. 

Our Between the Lines Book Club will be having its first meeting today at lunch time in the Learning Commons! Hope to see you there! 

We will be working on Tshirts again today after school. If you are able to stay to help, please see Mr. Valliquette today before lunch.

Dickerson Reminder: Lockdown practice during Period 4 - around 1:45

We will announce if it is an indoor recess for ⅞. 

Students on spare

Algonquin Word of the Day: Asemā

Translation: Tobacco

Pronunciation: Uh-SAY-MAWH

Meaning: One of the four medicines of the medicine wheel. The highest form of medicine to the Anishinābeg. Used for offerings of thanks and respect. 

October 8, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Turkey Bowl! Come on out and try it today! It’s deliciousness in a bowl - Everyone wins with this turkey bowl. $8.75

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign up at the Learning Commons window. Bring a crockpot dish and eat for free!

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on school cash online.

Period 4 on Thursday, October 9th, we will be hosting our annual Turkey Bowl. That is the staff versus the Grade 7/8 flag football team. We are asking period 4 teachers to collect a toonie or two items for the foodbank. If you donate, you will get a free hot chocolate to enjoy with your friends while you watch the game.

All members of the Sr Boys Volleyball team contributed well as they continued their winning ways yesterday, as they posted two straight 3 nothing victories over Arnprior District High School and Centre Scolaire Catholique Jeanne-Lajoie. Practice tonight early as we prepare for two big matches next week in the Jag Den.

Would all students who signed up to participate in the murder mystery on Saturday, October 18 please see Mrs. Kelly today at lunch in room 102. 

Algonquin Word of the Day: Kījik

Translation: Cedar

Pronunciation: KEE-zhik!

Meaning: One of the four medicines of the medicine wheel; used for cleansing (such as cedar tea and cedar baths.

October 9, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Festive Dinner Poutine $7.60

There will be healthy snack offered today on your route to period 4! Fuel up before you cheer on the teachers! 

Any grade 9’s who played on the SJHS flag football team last year are invited to participate in today’s Turkey Bowl game vs the teachers. Please see Mr. Murray if you are interested. 

Jr. Girls Basketball team please meet in Town Square at 1:50 to get ready for our game this afternoon at Opeongo. 

Today is the day you’ve all been waiting for!!  It’s Crockpot cook-off at lunch and Turkey Bowl Period 4.

If you purchased a ticket for the crockpot cook-off, come down to the cafeteria at the beginning of lunch to sample some great dishes and cast your vote!  We also have a panel of judges.

Period 4 teachers - please take attendance, send your food bank items to the town square and our wonderful financial ministers, Ella and Addy will be in townsquare with an envelope collecting your monetary donations you collected for the food bank. Thanks everyone!

And, teachers, please hand out the hot chocolate coupons to those who donated. We will hand out hot chocolate at the game.

Dickerson Reminder: Period 4 for attendance. A reminder if you are absent from school, you are absent from all school related activities. 

Algonquin Word of the Day: Mīgwechiwi kījigad

Translation: Thanksgiving day

Pronunciation: MEE-gwetch-chi-wi KEE-zhi-gud

Meaning: It is the day to give thanks.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 - P.A. DAY

September 29, 2025

Teachers please excuse the junior and senior boys volleyball teams for period 3 & 4 as they head off to battle Madawasksa Valley! The junior boys had an exciting day on Friday as they played their way through a tournament in Belleville. The junior boys came up short, losing the third set in the finals. A great start to the season boys! Good luck tonight Jags! 

The Ultimate Team lists have been posted. There will be a practice for both teams tomorrow at lunch. 

The Ultimate Team lists have been posted. There will be a practice for both teams tomorrow at lunch. 

There will be a meeting at lunch today in room 205 for all students interested in being part of the Athletic Council.  All students are welcome to join in on the first Jaguars Council!

Students that would like to help Mr. Valliquette with T-Shirt making for SJHS should see him today before lunch to sign up.  We will be starting tomorrow after school. A good attention to details and an interest in crafts would be beneficial.  Any students from grades 7 -12 are welcome to join in. Community service hours will be earned on top of the fun!

Are you interested in getting some community service hours and helping to make SJHS a more beautiful place? Please let Mr Valliquette know that you will be joining in on the fun on Thursday at 2:30 to begin the transformation of the front weed bed into a thriving garden.  We will be done by 4pm. Don’t forget, Teamwork makes the green work!

Tennis practice Tuesday and Thursday this week.

Choir Practice this week will be today after school, from 2:30pm-3:30pm. For all our choir members, please remember to book the late taxi  if you need it. For any staff or students interested, please feel welcome to join us!

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign-up on the Learning Commons window.

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on school cashonline.

Cross Country Practice tonight after school-meet in 

Dickerson News: Tomorrow, September 30th is National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Please wear orange to show our commitment to Reconciliation. 

September 30, 2025

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

September 30th honours the children who never returned home from the residential school system, the survivors who carry their stories and the families and communities who continue to live with the intergenerational impacts of that system. More than 150, 000 children were separated from their families and sent to residential schools that were in operations from 1867 to 1996. This national day was established in response to the 94 call to action issued in the final report of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission. As we mark 10 years of that report, it is a moment to reflect on recent advancements in recognizing and reinforcing Indigenous rights, but also how to preserve them as we continue to move forward.   

Last call for any Self Identified Indigenous Student that needs to hand in their signed permission form for Thursday's off site activity- you need to hand it in to the office by end of day TODAY!!

Improv Team auditions will take place Monday, October 6th after school. Sign up for a time on the stage door. Please see Mrs. Kelly for details.

The GSA will meet today at lunch in room 102. All are welcome. 

A big congratulations to our junior boys volleyball team who opened their season with a strong performance, sweeping Madawaska Valley in three straight sets! Our senior boys also came out on top, defeating Madawaska Valley in four sets. Great work, teams! Early practice tonight for both. 

Cross-Country team will practice today after school- meet in the Town Square before heading out on our run.

Boys Hockey - There will be a meeting in room 321 today at the start of lunch for any students who are interested in playing Junior or Varsity Hockey this school year. Tryouts will be starting in October.

CFB Petawawa will be here on Friday to make a presentation about Military Coop and careers after high school. If you are interested in participating in the meeting, please sign up before Thursday with Mr. St. Micheal or Mr. Valliquette.

There will be an Ultimate practice for both junior and varsity today at lunch.

Algonquin Word of the Day: Pokideyiminānde-pibagiwayāni-kījigad

Translation: Orange Shirt Day

Pronunciation: Poke-ih-DAY-yih-min-NAAN-DAY-pih-bug-gih-why-YAWN-nih-KEE-zhih-gud

Meaning: Today, we wear our orange shirts to acknowledge Truth & Reconciliation Day and in honour of Phyllis Webstand, a residential school survivor who wore her orange shirt on her first day to school, only to have it and all her belongings stripped away.

October 1, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Sloppy Joes with fries and a jag juice $7.75

Last call for signed permission forms for the Indigenous Student Voice Forum tomorrow. Please bring to office. ASAP

Do you like murder mysteries? Do you like acting? Do you need community service hours? If you answered yes then please come see Mrs. Kelly in room 102 at lunch for information on an exciting initiative with Downtown Renfrew!

Improv Team auditions will take place Monday, October 6th after school. Sign up for a time on the stage door. Please see Mrs. Kelly for details.

Are you interested in getting some community service hours and helping to make SJHS a more beautiful place? Please let Mr Valliquette know that you will be joining in on the fun on Thursday at 2:30 to begin the transformation of the front weed bed into a thriving garden.  We will be done by 4pm. Don’t forget, Teamwork makes the green work!

There will be an Ultimate practice for both junior and varsity today at lunch. 

Algonquin Word of the Day: Namegosi kīzis

Translation: October

Pronunciation: Numb-MAY-go-sih KEE-zis

Meaning: Trout Moon

October 2, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Buffalo chicken strips with fries and a jag juice $7.75

Teachers- Bus number 487 is running 40 minutes behind.

Improv Team auditions will take place Monday, October 6th after school. Sign up for a time on the stage door. Please see Mrs. Kelly for details.

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign-up on the Learning Commons window. Bring a crockpot dish and eat for free!

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on school cash online.  All money raised will go to support our local foodbank.

Period 4 on Thursday, October 9th we will be hosting our annual Turkey Bowl.  That is the staff versus the Grade 7/8 flag football team. We are asking period 4 teachers to collect a twoonie or two items for the foodbank. If you donate, you will get a free hot chocolate to enjoy with your friends while you watch the game.

Mr. St. Michael’s Period 2 Geography class will report to Mrs. Kelly's room. Room 102

Healthy snack will be offered today between periods 3 & 4. Please remember to respect the program and dispose of your garbage accordingly. 

A big thank you to everyone who participated and donated to this year’s Terry Fox Walk. We raised $1744.30 for the Terry Fox Foundation.  Great job Jags! 

Word of the Day: Kwayakwādiziwin

Translation: Honesty

Pronunciation: QUwhy-yuh-QUAD-dih-zih-win

Meaning: One of the seven grandfather teachings. 

October 3, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Meatball sub with a jag juice $6.75

Improv Team auditions will take place Monday, October 6th after school. Sign up for a time on the stage door. Please see Mrs. Kelly for details.

It’s that time of year again!  It’s time for the annual Crockpot Cook-off! Do you think you have what it takes to win? ALL staff and students are welcome to participate. Sign-up on the Learning Commons window. Bring a crockpot dish and eat for free!

If you don’t want to make something, that’s ok! For only $5, you can come to the CAFETERIA on Thursday, October 9th and taste up to 3 different dishes. Available on school cashonline.

If you have spare, e-learning or co-op period 4, please come to the office to pick up your photo proofs.

Period 4 on Thursday, October 9th we will be hosting our annual Turkey Bowl.  That is the staff versus the Grade 7/8 flag football team. We are asking period 4 teachers to collect a twoonie or two items for the foodbank. If you donate, you will get a free hot chocolate to enjoy with your friends while you watch the game.

Ultimate practice is cancelled for today at lunch.

Are you interested in intramural volleyball?! The week of October 14th there will be a tournament during lunch hours! No experience needed - if you can dodge homework, you can probably dodge a spike too! Sign-up is available for grade 9's to fifth years and will open Monday on the board outside the gym.

The Sr. Girls bball team went to RCI yesterday and took part in a barn burner!  RCI did jump out in front by 9, But St. joes came back to even things up. From there on out, teams were close for the entire game.  RCI was very hot from the outside, hitting 5   3’s in a row at one point.  Ultimately RCI won with a 55-50 game.  We would like to thank Tori McDonald and Bree Wilson for playing up for the game.  Game #1 on Monday is at 11:30 over at RCI, so be there at 11:00.

Congratulations to our junior girls basketball team for a big win against our cross town rivals, taking the game with a score of 68-8. Very well done ladies.

Algonquin  Word of the Day: Nibwākāwin

Translation: Wisdom

Pronunciation: Nib-WALK-KAWH-win

Meaning: One of the seven grandfather teachings. 

September 22, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Buffalo Chicken Burgers with fries & Jag juice $7.75

Improv will run tonight after school on the stage from 2:30 until 5:00. Grades 7-12 welcome! Please sign up for your late taxi by noon or make other arrangements. See you there!

Cross Country Practice is cancelled for tonight. 

Ultimate practices this week will be scheduled depending on the weather.  Stay tuned for which days we will be able to practice. They could be either at lunch or after school.

September 23, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Walking Taco’s $6.75

Hey Jags, if you’ve dressed up as your teacher’s doppelganger, be sure to find that teacher and get your photo taken with them during lunch in town square.  You’ll find a yearbook photographer outside the learning commons ready to snap a shot of you.

A big shout-out to Sam Parsons, your terrific Spirit Minister, for organizing an epic club fair at lunch yesterday. Hopefully, you found a club that interests you! There are a lot of fun things going on at our school, get involved, Go Jags.

As a reminder to those students who drive to school, please only use the marked student parking area as well as the gravel addition.

The GSA will be open today at lunch in room 102. All are welcome. 

There will be a Varsity Ultimate tryout today at lunch. Meet on the field as quickly as possible.

If you borrowed an SJHS tennis racquet for the team, please return it to Mr. Valliquette Friday morning, you can have it back on Monday.

September 24, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Mac & Cheese with a jag juice $6.75

As a reminder to those students who drive to school, please only use the marked student parking area as well as the gravel addition.

The yearbook staff would love to take photos of anyone dressed up in their Wild West gear today.  You’ll find a yearbook photographer outside the learning commons ready to snap a shot of you.

Want to pie a teacher in the face?  Our Terry Fox Walk is fast approaching, please ask your parents to make a donation through SchoolCash Online or directly on the Terry Fox website.  Let’s do it for Terry, and in honour of any of your loved ones who have battled cancer. We have already raised over $900, great job Jags!  

Big shout out goes to our Kindness Cafe team who walked 10 whole laps of the track at $10 a pop to donate a grand total of $100.00 to our 2025 Terry Fox walk/run fund. Way to go!

This is a reminder to the grade 9-12 students - during your lunch hour, the field is not available for use as it is now the gr 7 and 8 lunch recess area. Please ensure you are not using it from 11:10 to 11:45. 

The Learning Commons will be closed period one and two due to research presentations. 

Cross-Country practice today after school! Meet in the town square.

Mr. St. Michael’s Period 2 Geography class will be in the Art room today. 

Tennis practice at 3:00 today.

There will be a Junior Ultimate practice today at lunch.

September 25, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pulled Pork Sandwich, fries and jag juice $7.75

For all those interested, just a little reminder that there will be bible study today at lunch in the chapel! Please feel free to come and join in!

As a reminder to those students who drive to school, please only use the marked student parking area as well as the gravel addition.

Once again, if you’ve dressed up for Spirit Week today the yearbook staff would love to get a photo of your Eh Day outside.  You’ll find a yearbook photographer outside the learning commons ready to snap a shot of you. 

Thanks, eh!

Today,  September 25th, we celebrate Journée des Franco-Ontariennes. This special day marks the 50th anniversary of the first time the Franco-Ontarian flag was raised in Sudbury on September 25, 1975.

To celebrate this significant milestone, you'll also notice our new FSL banner proudly displayed in the school foyer. This banner highlights the importance of the French language and culture within our school community.

Let's take a moment to celebrate the rich heritage of Franco-Ontarian culture!

Varsity Golf - Yesterday our Jag golf team competed in the UOVHSAA County Championship. On the girl’s side, Abbie Miller finished in 1st place, firing an 88, while younger sister Kylie finished 3rd with an impressive round of 94 - nice job ladies! On the boy’s side - our team of Andrew Enright, Mason Halk, Elliot Narraway and Kale Osipenko finished 2nd in the boy’s team event! Kudos to Mason, who finished 3rd overall on the day with a sizzling 77  in the individual boy’s event. All 6 of these golfers are headed to EOSSAA next week in Prescott. Good luck! Fore!! 

Want to pie a teacher in the face?  Our Terry Fox Walk is TOMORROW, please ask your parents to make a donation through SchoolCash Online or directly on the Terry Fox website.  Let’s do it for Terry, and in honour of any of your loved ones who have battled cancer. We have already raised over $900, great job Jags!  

There will be a lunch practice for both the varsity and junior ultimate teams Friday at lunch. If you cannot make it, please see Mr. Valliquette.

Want a treat after the Terry Fox Walk tomorrow?  Bring some cash for popcorn and cotton candy!

September 26, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Honey Garlic Chicken Strips with fries and a jag juice $7.75

As a reminder to those students who drive to school, please only use the marked student parking area as well as the gravel addition.

There will be an Ultimate practice today at lunch for all players, both Junior and Varsity.

Congratulations to our Junior Girls Basketball on their big home opener win against ADHS, with a final score of 60-21. Well done girls!

The Sr. Girls basketball team did not do quite so well against the aggressive D of ADHS.  Well we managed to hold down things with our own defense, at least for the first half, we struggled to score, and 4 injuries didn’t help!  Even the roaring defense of Kira Comparelli could not slow things down.  At the end we were on the short end of a 45-6 game.  We shall practice our man offense next week with early practices each day.

Yesterday the novice boys from the cross-country team travelled to Kingston to run in the invitational meet. Jackson Limlaw, Liam Byce, Ryan Kabakov and Andrew Yantha ran a great 4km to place 3rd as a team. Special mention goes to Jackson as he placed 12th overall. Cross-country team will meet in the town square to run the Terry Fox run after the assembly.

Have you forgotten to donate for Terry Fox?  There is still time, you can donate your spare loonies and twoonies today.  

We have a small assembly and some teachers will be getting a pie in the face, we met our goal!! We raised over $1400!!  Then you will head out for our Terry Fox walk WITH your period 2 teacher and after lunch you are to report to period 3 for class.

Are you interested in being part of the Garden Club? We will be meeting at the front garden, Thursday at 2:45 and working on it until 4pm. All students are welcome to join in.  We will be making the front garden beautiful again!

 September 15, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Burger with fries and jag juice $7.25

Don’t forget :  tomorrow is SJHS Picture Day. 

Community Service Hours opportunity:  SJHS is looking for student ambassadors for our PA day on Friday, October 10th.  PLease see Mrs. Pender in student services for details.

Congratulations to the senior boys volleyball team for going 11 and 1 en route to winning the Golden Hawk Championship in Napanee on Friday. The team is looking very competitive, and all were able to help along the way. Early practice tomorrow.

There will be a junior boys volleyball practice tonight at 2:35 

Today is the day! Improv club will meet on the stage after school. Be sure to make arrangements to get picked up or book a late taxi. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Interested in travel? Come to room 312 at lunch tomorrow to find out about the trip to Italy and Greece this March Break. Those already enrolled are also asked to attend.

Any students in grade 12 who plan to attend the Ottawa U presentation this Friday MUSt sign up in student services by Thursday at the latest.

The Learning Commons will be closed period two for a presentation. 

Tennis practice is cancelled for today.

There will be tryouts for the SJHS Ultimate team Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week from 2:45-4:00 each day.  All students 9-12 are welcome to try out.  We will have both a Junior or Senior team.

September 16

Cafeteria Special: Customer Appreciation Day. Large poutine $8.15, 2 Pogos for $6.00, Chocolate bars, jumbo cookies, regular pop, freezies and more!!

Community Living is looking for volunteers to help with their annual unity run on Sept. 28th.  For more information, please see Mrs. Pender in student services.

Any students in grade 12 who plan to attend the Ottawa U presentation this Friday MUSt sign up in student services by Thursday at the latest.

Good morning Jags! Whose ready for our first spirit week of the year? We’re kicking things off next week, Monday the 22nd with mathletes vs athletes! Tuesday the 23rd is student vs teacher swap and Wednesday is Wild West themed! Thursday is Eh’ Day, so dress in your Canada Day best, it’s also the day of our schools terry fox walk! Lastly, Friday is Grade Colours:

Grade 12s - Black

Grade 11s - White 

Grade 10s - Blue

Grade 9s - Orange

Grade 8s - Green

Grade 7s - Pink

You’ll have the opportunity to enter into a draw to win a variety of products, so get your jag spirit ON!

Choir practice this afternoon has been canceled. Choir practice has been canceled for today, and will start up next Tuesday. Please speak to Mr. Sullivan for details.

The Learning Commons will be closed for period one due to a presentation. 

There will be an ultimate tryout today after school at 2:45 on the field.  Grade 9-12 are welcome.

Please wait to have your grade called before coming down for pictures. Pictures are taking place on the stage.

If you are interested in scorekeeping volleyball or basketball games this year, please see Mr. Valliquette to sign up. Experience and knowledge in the sports are helpful.  We will also require linepeople to flag for the volleyball games.

September 17

Cafeteria Special: Perogies and a jag juice $6.75

Community Service Hours opportunity:  SJHS is looking for student ambassadors for our PA day on Friday, October 10th.  PLease see Mrs. Pender in student services for details.

There will be a junior boys volleyball practice tonight at 2:35 

Monday, September 22nd, St. Joe's is hosting its second annual club fair! This is an event for students and teachers to show off established clubs, or promote brand new ones. The club fair will take place at lunch in town square, make sure to come out to see your school clubs decked out in posters and decorations, and maybe even find your new passion! We can't wait to see you there!

There will be an ultimate tryout today at 2:45 on the field. Grades 9-12 players are welcome.  There will be a varsity tryout Thursday at lunch and a junior tryout Friday at lunch.

If you are interested in scorekeeping basketball and volleyball games this year, please see Mr. Valliquette.

September 18

Cafeteria Special: Cheese Tortellini with a garlic stick and jag juice $7.75

Community Living is looking for volunteers to help with their annual unity run on Sept. 28th.  For more information, please see Mrs. Pender in student services.

There will be a late junior boys volleyball practice tonight at 3:50. 

Good morning Jags! Whose ready for our first spirit week of the year? We’re kicking things off next week, Monday the 22nd with mathletes vs athletes! Tuesday the 23rd is student vs teacher swap and Wednesday is Wild West themed! Thursday is Eh’ Day, so dress in your Canada Day best, it’s also the day of our schools terry fox walk! Lastly, Friday is Grade Colours:

Grade 12s - Black

Grade 11s - White 

Grade 10s - Blue

Grade 9s - Orange

Grade 8s - Green

Grade 7s - Pink

You’ll have the opportunity to enter into a draw to win a variety of products, so get your jag spirit ON!

Monday, September 22nd, St. Joe's is hosting its second annual club fair! This is an event for students and teachers to show off established clubs, or promote brand new ones. The club fair will take place at lunch in town square, make sure to come out to see your school clubs decked out in posters and decorations, and maybe even find your new passion! We can't wait to see you there!

Grade 12s! Today is the last day to sign up for the Ottawa U presentation that is scheduled for tomorrow at 8:30am.  If you are interested in attending and have not yet signed up, please do so in Student services by lunch.

"Bible Study is on in the chapel today during lunch! Feel free to stop by and get on board with the Lord as we read His word."

Hope to see you there!

There will be a varsity ultimate tryout today at lunch.

September 19, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Honey garlic chicken strips with fries and a jag juice $7.75

Community Service Hours opportunity:  SJHS is looking for student ambassadors for our PA day on Friday, October 10th.  PLease see Mrs. Pender in student services for details.

The Learning Commons will be closed period one for the Ottawa U presentation. 

September 8, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Popcorn chicken bowl with a jag juice $7.75

This is just a reminder, if you order a late taxi for sports through the office it is your responsibility to cancel the taxi if you do not end up needing it. The phone number is posted outside the office.

Are you a leader among your peers? Bursting at the seams with school spirit? Or maybe you'd just like to help plan school-wide events? Student Council is looking for students from Grade 9-12 to become grade reps for the 2025/26 school year. Please see Mrs. Richards, Mme. Schnieder, or Mrs. Skebo, to sign up. 

Attention Junior Boys Volleyball squad. There has been a change of location for try-outs tonight. They will be held in the St. Joes gym today at 3:50. Not the STA gym. See you there. 

There will be tennis practice tomorrow, Tuesday, after school. Meet Mrs. Briscoe at the tennis courts at 3:00.

Are you interested in choir? There will be a lunchtime meeting this Thursday for the first 10 minutes of lunch in the chapel. If you are interested, but unable to make the meeting please let Mr. Sullivan know.

There will be a Jr Girls Basketball tryout today at 2:35 in the gym 

Cross- Country Runners- we will meet in the Town Square before heading out to warm-up and do our long run. Please be ready and in the Town Square for 2:30! 

September 9, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Pulled pork sandwich, fries and a jag juice $7.75

Are you a leader among your peers? Bursting at the seams with school spirit? Or maybe you'd just like to help plan school-wide events? Student council is looking for students from Grade 9-12 to become grade reps for the 2025/26 school year. Please see Mrs. Richards, Mme. Schnieder, or Mrs. Skebo, to sign up. 

Sr. Boys Volleyball practice tonight has been switched to late. Then it is early on Wednesday and late on Thursday.

Junior Boys Volleyball practice tonight at 2:35. SJHS Gym. 

We’re excited to share that the GSA will be meeting every Tuesday at lunch in Room 102! The GSA is a welcoming, safe, and supportive space for all LGBTQ2+ students and allies. Whether you’re looking to connect, learn, support others, or just be part of a kind and inclusive community – you’re invited. Come eat your lunch, meet new friends, and be part of something meaningful. Again, that’s Tuesdays at lunch in Room 102 – we hope to see you there!

"Hey Jags! The SJHS student council has been hard at work planning for this year's events but felt your input was needed! As your voice for change in our school, we would love to hear your feedback on school events we have previously held, and events were interested in hosting. Your teachers will post a survey in your first period class, please fill it out and submit it so you can make your voice heard!  Period 1 teachers, please post the survey that was shared to your Google Classroom.

September 10, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken wrap with a jag juice $6.85

Student ouncil is looking for students from Grade 9-12 to become grade reps for the 2025/26 school year. Please see Mrs. Richards, Mme. Schnieder, or Mrs. Skebo, to sign up. Please get your application form in by this Friday, September 12th.

Do you like to laugh? Think fast? Or make things up on the spot and somehow call it talent? Then come check out the Improv Club — meeting Monday after school on the stage! No experience needed, just bring your imagination, your sense of humor, and maybe a friend or two. It’s fun, it’s funny, and let’s be honest — you weren’t doing anything better on a Monday. That’s Improv Club — Monday after school, on the stage.

For anyone on the list outside of the gym, there will be a Junior Girls Basketball tryout at 3:50 today. 

Looking for a place to grow in your faith and connect with others: Join Bible Study Club! We read and discuss passages from the Bible, ask honest questions, and encourage one another to live out God’s truth in school and beyond. It's held every Thursday at lunch time in the chapel, starting next week on the 18th. 

September 3, 2025

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! We hope you have an amazing start! Please note, first period teachers will be giving out lockers. If you are an e-learning student, have a spare or are a Peer Helper, please come to the office to get your locker number.

Sr. Boys Volleyball practice at 2:35 pm today.

Junior Boys Volleyball tryouts will be held today and tomorrow at 2:35 in the gym. All Grade 9 and 10 boys are welcome! 

Varsity Golf Team - If you are interested in trying out for the golf team, please meet in the gym at the beginning of lunch, or see Mr. McIntyre by the end of the day. 

E-Learning Students - learning commons for at least 2 weeks

Day 1 All day every day!

September 4, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Mac & Cheese with a jag juice $6.75

Any student from grade 9-12 who is interested in joining the Cross-Country team is invited to a meeting today at the beginning of lunch in the Gym. Grades 7-8 cross-country meeting will take place on a later date… listen to the announcements!

The Learning Commons will be closed Period One for 1:1 Chromebook deployment. Please wait until your class is called down to receive one. 

A reminder that for students to get a device they need to complete the Responsible use agreement through school cash online. 

There will be a junior boys volleyball tryout today after school at 2:35. 

September 5, 2025

Cafeteria Special: Chicken Burgers with fries and a jag juice $7.75

By end of day Monday you need to have a lock on your locker. If you don’t, we will be locking them until you bring in a lock. 

Just a reminder that our grade 7 and 8’s are in the cafeteria as of 11:45 each day and it is not available until 12:10. The field will also be off limits except to gr 7 and 8 from 11:10 until until 11:45 each day.

Can you sing; or possibly you can’t but don’t mind mouthing the words while other people sing and stand beside you? Well then, St. Joe’s Choir is for you! If you are interested in joining the school choir, or finding out more about it, see Mr. Sullivan sometime today. 

Varsity Golf - A reminder to check the google classroom. Please indicate if you are able to make it on Monday, by noon today. 

Interested in joining the school tennis team? Sign up outside the gym. Listen to announcements next week for practice times. If you have any questions, come see Mrs. Briscoe.

There will be a Jr. Girls Basketball tryout on Monday at 2:35 in the gym. All grade 9 and 10 girls are welcome!

Are you a leader among your peers? Bursting at the seams with school spirit? Or maybe you'd just like to help plan school-wide events? Student council is looking for students from Grade 9-12 to become grade reps for the 2025/26 school year. Please see Mrs. Richards, Mme. Schnieder, or Mrs. Skebo, to sign up.