SNOW ANGELS

CARDINALS -Please consider signing up for Windsor's Snow Angel snow removal service.  It's specifically set up to help senior citizens and persons with physical disabilities by pairing them up with willing youth ready to help out. All you have to do is clear their sidewalks of snow within 12 hours of snowfall.

This activity looks great on a resume!

  To join, please call 311 or email 311@citywindsor.ca 

Sign up soon and you may qualify for a chance to win a tablet.  

POST SECONDARY INFO NIGHT - LOCAL

GRADUATING Cardinals and their parents/guardians should most definitely consider attending the WECDSB Post-Secondary Information Night on November 15th -THIS WEDNESDAY.

 Individuals will be available to discuss University, College and Apprenticeship Pathways. Find out all the details by reading the flyer on the event.   

See the flyer on-line in your google classroom or on our school's twitter.  

POST SECONDARY PLANNING

If you were absent last Wednesday and missed the POST SECONDARY PLANNING presentation the guidance department gave to all Gr. 12 students during period 3, please plan to attend a make-up presentation MONDAY in the Learning Hub (computer lab).  This presentation is for the benefit the of afternoon Co-op students and anyone who may have missed the original during period 3.

If you wish to attend, please stop by guidance office in the morning or at lunch and register with Ms. Burke, Ms. Chapman or Mr. Howes.  

ST.CLAIR COLLEGE VISIT

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY to OUR GRADE 12 STUDENTS - St. Clair College will be here on November 3rd -THIS FRIDAY -to talk to any Gr. 12 Cardinal ONE on ONE.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OPPORTUNITY!!!!  St. Clair College wants to make sure you have the information you need to make the best choice for your post-secondary plans.

(REMINDER: THE OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED ON NOVEMBER 18th HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE STRIKE.)  

Please sign up by filling the GOOGLE FORM found in your Grade's classroom.

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COMMUNICATION IS KEY!

A reminder to all BRENNAN CARDINALS - Stay in the loop on opportunities and important news that will affect you and your future - be sure to be checking in regularly on the student services' GOOGLE CLASSROOMS that are available to each grade.  If you have signed up, please be sure to keep your notifications 'on'.

Please check posters around school for your respective classroom code.

BUILD A DREAM: UPDATE

BUILD A DREAM ORGANIZERS ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THEY HAVE SECURED NATALIE PANEK TO SPEAK IN THE AFTERNOON SESSION AT THEIR SYMPOSIUM NEXT WEEK.  There is still some space -You don't want to miss this. Book your spot at next weeks symposium by going to this link.   You just need to click on the Green REGISTER button.  

It was just announced that the keynote speaker will be speaking at 4:15.  She's quite the remarkable lady, if you can make it to see her, I'm sure it would be worth it.  Learn more about the speaker Here.

Here's some other details. Hope all the lady cardinals out there can make it to the event November 2nd.

Mr. Howes

YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!  Any student who would like to learn more about the SKILLED TRADES and how they might pursue an Apprenticeship while in high school should attend one of the presentations hosted by our very own  

Experiential Learning team at our board.  See the dates and locations below. Contact your guidance counsellor if you have any questions.

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TAKE YOUR KIDS TO WORK DAY

Gr. 9's and THEIR PARENTS/GUARDIANS or a CARING ADULT - Have the Gr. 9 student in your life shadow you for the day on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1st.  

Please be sure to participate in this excellent career exploration opportunity.  See the links below to find out more.  All Gr. 9 students will receive all the necessary forms and documentation this MONDAY.

Visit the THE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP to find out more about TYKTWD!​

Please find the CONSENT form at THIS LINK.

See the YOU TUBE VIDEO HERE.

If you have any questions, please call the school.

LEGION- REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS

The RIVERSIDE LEGION is looking for high school volunteers to help distribute POPPIES starting next week.  If you think you could spare a few hours (at least 2) to help the Legion and be an ambassador of remembrance, please sign up through your grade's google classroom.  Please remember this is for OUR local legion and they will gladly accept any time you can give.  Let your Caritas spirit guide you.

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REMINDER: PARENT OPPORTUNITY - ONLINE SAFETY - TUESDAY

BUILD A DREAM

ATTENTION ALL LADY CARDINALS -All of you, no matter the grade, are invited to attend the annual BUILD A DREAM conference this Nov. 2nd.  Visit the official website or stop by guidance to find out more.  Space is limited and it is FREE so act now. There will be excellent speakers and plenty of mentors to help you find inspiration in selecting a career.   BTW - It's not just for MOMS; Fathers can go with their daughters to this event too.   Again, get you free tickets TODAY - Go to the link provided in your google classrooms.

Get your tickets here:

 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/build-a-dream-2017-tickets-36776891673

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COLLEGE INFORMATION PROGRAM (CIP)

FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY:Are you in Gr. 12 and  INTERESTED IN EXPLORING ANY ONE OF THE 28 COLLEGES IN ONTARIO IN ONE CONVENIENT LOCATION? If so, sign up for the College Information Program.  The College Information Program (CIP) will be held at St. Clair College on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20. All of the colleges in Ontario will be represented there and will be a great chance to get the scoop on any programs that have caught your attention. To register, please see the announcement post in the Gr. 12 Google Classroom.

If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counsellor.  Deadline to register is next Thursday Oct. 19, period 1

See the links below for more information.

http://ocif.ca/

GRADE LEVEL GOOGLE CLASSROOMS

All Brennan students need to use the codes for their grade level listed in the image below and JOIN their CLASSROOM hosted by STUDENT SERVICES.  These classrooms will be an important part of each student staying informed on community, academic and career opportunities from now until they graduate.

JOIN TODAY - Get the app on your phone and be sure to keep your NOTIFICATIONS ON!

 

If you are uncertain about any of the above, please stop by guidance with your questions.

UNIVERSITY VISIT

TO ALL GR 12 UNIVERSITY ELIGIBLE STUDENTS:  The University of Western Ontario is coming to Brennan TUESDAY to talk to any of you interested in attending their school next year. .  If you wish to be a part of their presentation, sign up in your Gr. 12 GOOGLE CLASSROOM by Monday afternoon.  

POST SECONDARY VISITS

All Gr. 12 students thinking of attending Lambton College should sign up for a presentation by them coming up THIS WEDNESDAY (That's tomorrow.).  Please sign up through your student services' Gr. 12 Google Classroom.  

Lambton College is located in Sarnia and is the closest college to us in Windsor after St. Clair.  Again, sign up in your grade's Google classroom if you wish to attend by Wednesday morning. 

Only students who register on-line can attend.  If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Howes

OUF - This weekend!

GR 12 CARDINALS: Time to start planning for NEXT September - If university is an option for you, please visit the link below and consider attending the ONTARIO UNIVERSITY FAIR in Toronto next weekend. (21 Universities in one location. Happens only once a year !) 
Register no matter what -you could win $500!

ONTARIO UNIVERSITY FAIR

VOLUNTEERING

Are you interested in earning Volunteer Hours this summer?
The Fitness for Hospice group is organizing a series of triathlons and are looking for volunteers to help out with their events. Races will be held July 9th at the WFCU, and in Tecumseh the weekend of July 29th and 30th.

For those students interested, please see Mrs Chapman in Guidance to sign up or contact Mr Trepanier at volunteertriathlonforhospice@gmail.com.

Thank you and hope to see you there!

Gr. 12 EXIT SURVEY

REMINDER - Gr. 12 Exit Survey - If you haven't done so already, please make sure you complete this short survey for all graduates provided for by the ministry of education.  It needs to be done by end of day Monday. Find the link in your MYTOOLS2GO email (Also attached).

Student services would like to thank all of you for your co-operation with this. 

LINK:  GR 12 EXIT SURVEY

FREE CAMP FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS

ATTENTION ALL FEMALE CARDINALS:  Every great technology business idea requires a programmer to share the passion and bring the vision to life.

If this interests you, consider applying to this  free camp, July 24 - 28 at the University of Windsor, high school girls will participate in software development and explore themes in health, environment and engineering.  University of Windsor female researchers in cancer research, medical physics and environmental geo-informatics will be profiled and connected workshop activities will be provided.

Registration is now open to any WECDSB high school student.Although some coding experience is preferred, it is not necessary to apply. Limited spaces available.   

To register, visit:  http://bit.ly/CodeADream

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 Code a Dream Summer Camp 2017.pdf

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2017 PARENT COUNCIL BURSARY

F.J. Brennan Parent Council is generously providing 4 bursaries to our graduating class at $500 each. Applications are now available in the guidance office or electronically in your Google Classroom. ANY graduating student is eligible (and encouraged) to submit an entry for consideration. 
NOTE: THE DEADLINE (Friday, June 16th) IS FIRM. No electronic submissions -only printed copies accepted.

You can find a PDF version of the application HERE.

BURSARY

ATTENTION GRADS: Is the death of one or both of your parents the reason you cannot afford to attend College or University next year?

 If you have serious intentions to attend College or University next year but due to financial problems may not be able to, then be sure to stop by the guidance office and pick up an application for the BBF Bursary. Up to $4000 dollars will be awarded to a student in need. 

Once again, applications for the $4000 dollar BBF Bursary are available at guidance to a deserving student who has suffered the loss of one or both parents. Come to guidance for more details.

Fwd: SUMMER SCHOOL

>>>>>SUMMER SCHOOL<<<<<<  - FINAL chance to register is now TOMORROW! If you are interested in fixing up a credit you failed, taking a full credit (in class or on-line) or even CO-OP, please MAKE AN APPOINTMENT to see your guidance counsellor. Indicate on your slip "Summer School".

REMEMBER -the deadline to complete registrations is JUNE 2! (TOMORROW)

NOTE-Summer school is free. Students on the cusp of failing right now should "save a spot" and register. If things work out, you can withdraw. If you are worried you might be one of those kids, TALK TO YOUR TEACHER and get their recommendation.

Click here to find out more about summer school.

OSAP

St. Clair College OSAP workshop - Extra session added due to OVERWHELMING demand.  If you didn't go last week, please consider going to this extra presentation on THURSDAY, JUNE 8 from 6 to 8.  Students can actually complete the application at the workshop.  Note -this session is for ANY College or University bound student.  

Questions?  Please call See the attachments below for more info.

SUMMER SCHOOL

>>>>>SUMMER SCHOOL<<<<<<  - FINAL chance to register is now a week away! If you are interested in fixing up a credit you failed, taking a full credit (in class or on-line) or even CO-OP, please MAKE AN APPOINTMENT to see your guidance counsellor. Indicate on your slip "Summer School".

REMEMBER -the deadline to complete registrations is JUNE 2!

NOTE-Summer school is free. Students on the cusp of failing right now should "save a spot" and register. If things work out, you can withdraw. If you are worried you might be one of those kids, TALK TO YOUR TEACHER and get their recommendation.

Click here to find out more about summer school.

CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY

GR 10 STUDENTS:  For those of you who applied to the CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY - Please check your mytools2go email to confirm your interview time next week.  This is very important step.  Remember interviews will take place next Wednesday.

SUMMER SCHOOL & E-LEARNING NEXT YEAR

All students interested in taking SUMMER SCHOOL this July -be it for a class you failed, an upgrade or reach ahead new credit, or even Co-op (something specialist high skills majors might consider) -you need to register PRONTO!  The deadline to submit your application to the guidance office is June 1.  

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN TAKING AN E-LEARNING COURSE NEXT YEAR?  If so, the time to select and register for a course IS NOW!  The chances of getting a course of YOUR choosing greatly diminishes after JUNE 1st.  

For both E-LEARNING or SUMMER SCHOOL, Please visit your google classroom or make a guidance appointment to find out more information.  

SUMMER SCHOOL

A reminder to all students that summer school applications are available in your Google Classroom or you can find a hard copy in the Guidance Office.  Fill out the form with your parent signature and then return it to the Guidance Office.  Your counsellor will then meet with you to complete the registration.  

The deadline for summer school applications is THURSDAY JUNE 1st.

AWARDS

A reminder that the DEADLINE for applications to our many FJ BRENNAN INTERNAL GRADUATE AWARDS is this FRIDAY.  Grade 12s -The deadline is firm so please don't delay.  You can find your apps in your Gr. 12 Google Classroom.

SUMMER SCHOOL

ALL CARDINALS - Please be sure to check your Google Classroom hosted by Student Services to learn about what you need to do to REGISTER for SUMMER SCHOOL. 

REMEMBER - Summer school now includes many FULL CREDIT, CREDIT RECOVERY and CO-OP (Both one credit and 2 credit)

GOOD NEWS for us Cardinals -All summer school offerings are HERE at BRENNAN!  Just remember that the registration deadline is June 1st.  However, in order to help make sure no courses get cancelled, please register early so that those organizing summer school know what is in demand.

If you have any questions, please make an appointment with your counsellor.

Visit the school boards's website on Summer School for more info too.

Q & A Session

This program is for Gr. 10 students who would like to embark on a career path into the construction skilled trades.  It's a joint venture with St. Joseph's High School and many other community and corporate partners including Habitat for Humanity, St. Clair College and the Home Builders Association.  

Join us this Thursday to find out more!

WHAT? - Construction Academy Question & Answer Session

WHEN? 5:30 this THURSDAY (April 27 -Parent Teacher Interviews)

WHERE? F.J. Brennan High School (Meet in the Guidance Office)

WHO?  Mr. Senjanin (Masonry Teacher) & Mr. Howes (Guidance Counsellor)

If you think your son or daughter could benefit from this career focused 'hands-on' learning opportunity, PLEASE JOIN US

VISIT <<http://www.weconstructionacademy.ca/>> to learn more.

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Bernard Howes

Guidance Department Head

F.J. Brennan Catholic High School

519-945-2351 Ext: 2317

The information in this e-mail is intended solely for the addressee(s) named, and is confidential. Any other distribution, disclosure or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please reply by e-mail to the sender and delete or destroy all copies of this message and any attachments.

CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY

NFORMATION SESSION / OPEN HOUSE
Join us Thursday, April 20 at 6:30pm at St. Joseph's High School, 2425 Clover Ave. Windsor to find out more about this new program, meet our industry partners and tour the Construction training facility

NEW PROGRAM LAUNCHES NEXT WEEK!

Amazing new LEARNING opportunity arrives at Brennan - INTRODUCING the new WECDSB CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY.

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 This unique program is a REAL collaboration between F.J. Brennan and St. Joseph's H.S. and caters to our students who have an interest in the SKILLED TRADES, HANDS-ON LEARNING and careers in CONSTRUCTION. There are many partners in this project and includes HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. Students in this program will actually learn their skills as they build homes for Habitat!

Interested in finding out more?  Grade 10 students can sign up for a short trip to St. Joe's to meet Mr. McAiney and his construction program. Print out the FIELD TRIP PERMISSION form at this LINK, get it signed by your parents and drop it off at Guidance THURSDAY. (Forms arriving Tuesday will be accepted if there is space on the bus.)

Take a look at a program PAMPHLET or visit the program's website here.. 

OSAP

OSAP applications are now available. ALL students planning to attend college or university (doesn't matter where) should complete an application. Remember OSAP has been reconfigured and this graduating class is the first to take advantage of these great changes, which for some includes FREE TUITION!! 

Start the application HERE.

REMINDER TO ALL CARDINALS

STAY INFORMED!  - Please make sure you check all your GOOGLE CLASSROOMS as well as our school's ANNOUNCEMENT blog to stay informed with what is going on at SCHOOL.  

Staying informed is each student's obligation and responsibility and best of all is simple to do.

CO-OP IN ARMED FORCES!

ONE OF A KIND CO-OP EXPERIENCE - Are you interested in becoming a reservist for our ARMED FORCES? If so, please read the following files found here and here.  If you would like to attend a presentation to learn from the officers who co-ordinate the program, please complete this GOOGLE FORM. . (Presentation date is Monday, April 3rd)

Also note that there will be a parent information night on April 11th at the armories. Participants in this programs have the opportunity to earn four co-op credits in semester and get paid. Minimum age is 16 with at least 15 credits. Other conditions apply.  

Questions? - Please contact student services.

ST CLAIR COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE

Just a quick reminder St. Clair College will be having an Open House thisSaturday, March 25 from 10 am to 1 pm at all campuses.  Here are some of the activities:

 

·      Faculty will be on hand to answer any questions students and parents may have about their programs

·      Tours will be available in all of the program related labs, Student Support Services area, Residence and any athletic facilities

·      Student leaders will also be on-hand to answer questions about student/college life

·      Registration and Financial Aid representatives will be available to answer questions

·      Enter a ballot to win $1500.00 toward first semester tuition and other great prizes

·      Refreshment will be available to all of our guests

 

They welcome students from all grade level.  

St. Clair College OPEN HOUSE

St. Clair College Open House - This Saturday March 25th

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Great opportunity for ALL students, especially those in grade 11. Get inspired! See the link below to get all the details.

FRIENDLY TOURS VIDEO

St. CLAIR COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE DETAILS

VERIFICATION SHEETS ARE NOW DUE

COURSE SELECTION VERIFICATION SHEETS have been distributed - Please make sure all Brennan students review them carefully by focusing on the course codes listed.  See this link below for a document to help you indicate any corrections or changes -if any, that need to be made.  You can also see our entire F.J. Brennan Course Calendar here.

RETURN all sheets SIGNED by a PARENT/GUARDIAN to your homeroom teacher by FRIDAY.  

PLEASE NOTE that if no course selections appear on your sheet, we are assuming that you will not be returning next year.  If that is not the case, please make appointments with your guidance counsellor.  For Gr. 12s considering returning, please see Ms. St.Pierre in attendance to pick up an application for admission to a fifth year.

COURSE SELECTIONS FOR 2017-18

 All of our students in Grade 9, 10 and 11 need to make their course selections for the upcoming academic year.  Student must do this electronically by logging on to their career cruising account and submitting their choices by Monday, Feb. 27^th.   Don't forget that the school is also collecting the $50 activity fee which is due March 2^nd. 

 

Students can find helpful documents on line through their grade's GOOGLE CLASSROOM hosted by the guidance department.  They can also find teacher help at lunch and after school in The Learning Hub right up until next Monday.  Of course, students may also request an appointment with their guidance counsellor.

Remember that course selections and collecting the $50 activity fee are vital steps in the planning of our school year.  Please ensure that the Brennan students in your household take the time to submit their courses electronically by MONDAY, Feb. 27 and pay their activity fee –in cash, by Tuesday, Feb. 28th.   

Here are some links to helpful documents:

Here is a generic Career Cruising course selection cheat sheet.

Here is a summary of all our course offerings for the 2017-18 academic year.

COURSE SELECTIONS for 2017-18

To all students and their parents/guardians: 

This is a reminder that it is now time to start picking your courses for your next academic year.  Ms. Burke and Mr. Howes are doing presentations to remind students of what they need to do to complete the process.  For all students, it's time to start thinking and researching your options.  

If you have questions about making the right choice, please take time to talk to the teachers who teach the subjects you are interested in as well as make an appointment to your guidance counsellor.  

Course selections can not be taken lightly - they are a critical step in how our next school year will unfold.

DEADLINES:  All students must SUBMIT their course choices by Monday, Feb. 27th.  Also don't forget that the 50$ activity fee is also due.

SEMESTER 2 BEGINS THURSDAY (Feb. 2nd)

Semester 2 of the 2016-17 academic year begins THURSDAY, February 2nd.

Students should have previously inquired about any schedule changes or concerns  for their semester 2 classes.   Students who still wish to look into changes will need to make an appointment request with their counselor starting Monday, February 6th.  (Appt. requests will only be available starting Friday, Feb. 3)

As always, we will do the best we can to find the most appropriate schedule for all our students. Your patience and understanding is always appreciated..

E-LEARNING STUDENTS- NOTICE

 All students taking an e-learning course semester 2 should see the attached for IMPORTANT information about your orientation activity as well as other details. DEADLINE for completion is Feb. 6th. (Failure to complete it will result in removal from your on-line class! )

PLEASE READ THIS MEMO.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW DUE

Only 7 days left to apply to any of the 5000 College programs in Ontario. After Feb. 1st, many programs will still be available, but you will not be included in the first round of offers and will have to wait to see what's left. Many very popular or 'oversubscribed' programs will be closed and unavailable after Feb 1st. Either way, if you plan to apply to any College in Ontario, you would be wise to do it now and NOT miss the FEBRUARY 1st DEADLINE. 

See the links below for some helpful information. If you are really stuck, you can always contact Ms. Burke or Mr. Howes in the guidance office. Remember you can also call OCAS yourself too. (See their contact numbers below - they have extended hours right now.)

Contact OCAS

Video Tutorial

Application Tutorial

VISIT OCAS AND APPLY

CORRECTION -

FINANCIAL WORKSHOP - Paying for College and University.

THE PRESENTATION IS THIS EVENING (Jan. 17) at ST. ANNE'S HIGH SCHOOL in LAKESHORE.  (Not at the school board office.)

Our apologies for the confusion.

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FINANCIAL WORKSHOP - Paying for College and University.

THIS TUESDAY -For all of our  Gr. 11 or 12 students, especially the Gr. 12 ones - please consider attending a workshop at the school board's office tomorrow evening starting at 6:30.  More importantly, make sure you invite your parent or guardian.   It will highlight some significant changes to OSAP as well as many other important details regarding paying for college or university.   

Yes, its true, college or university is not free.:-)   Get INFORMED, it will actually save you money!  

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ADVISE THE MINISTER OF EDUCATION

YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS!  Check out the link to apply.

The Minister's Student Advisory Council is a group of approximately 60 students from all parts of the publicly funded education system and regions of the province.

These students share their ideas and provide advice to the minister on a variety of topics regarding Ontario's publicly-funded education system. MSAC is a place where students have a voice and where they will be heard.

http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/students/speakup/msac.html#_How_do_you