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Brain Bee: Are you interested in the Brain? Come by room 216 today at lunch to learn more about the Brain Bee, a neuroscience competition where students test their knowledge on the nervous system! Hear from past winners, about registration info, learn about workshops that happen at the event, and more! |
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Genomics Club: Are you interested in biology, medicine, research, or bioinformatics? Want to gain hands-on research experience? Join Genomics Club, we have a meeting today for the second half of lunch in room 125. There will be snack prizes! |
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Sr Field Hockey: Huge congratulations to our senior field hockey team who put up a battle against Garth Webb yesterday! Winning their game 3-0 with goals scored by Imke, Nola and Bianca! Wish them luck as they play in the Halton Finals tomorrow against Blakelock. |
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Cross Country: If you can catch him, join us in congratulating Ahmed Ak for his top 5 finish of over 100 runners at Cross Country GHAC yesterday! He will be heading to OFSAA in November! We can’t wait to see you sporting that sweater. We also want to thank all our runners for a super season- it had its hills and valleys, but we stayed the course & finished strong through every sprint and stumble! All best to our gr12 senior runners- we’ll miss ya’ll next fall! Remember: don’t throw up, don’t come last, and don’t! Get! Lost! |
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Varsity Girls basketball: Yesterday the Varsity Girls basketball team travelled to White Oaks for league play. OT worked hard to keep their lead and hold it for the win. Offensive mentions go to Ishnoor, Ella and Joyce. Bronwyn and Ashley are to be commended for their rebounding efforts. Good luck Thursday against Abbey Park. |
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Grad & Swag Wear: Good news OT. The deadline to purchase Grad wear and Spirit Swag has been extended until this Friday. Scan the QR codes on the posters around the school or visit OTHS athletics on Instagram. |
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AP Exams: Exam only students received an AP JOIN code last night. JOIN your exam only classroom now. Students in AP courses must JOIN with their AP teacher. Students requesting an exam where OT offers the course BUT they are not in the course, will be exam only students and will receive their JOIN code today. All AP exam writers MUST use a code and JOIN in order to have their exams ordered. This is the last step of the AP reg. Process. AP exam registration is closed. No reg. forms will be accepted. |
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DECA: Attention all DECA members, please check the Google classroom for the updated rooms for today’s meeting. Please make sure you are attending for important information and to help prepare for your first event! Reminder, we only have two more meetings before our Regional testing. |
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Study Club: Remainder that Study Club is running today at lunch in Room 182! Come by for a quiet space to study or get help from senior students. Whether you have a test coming up or just want to get work done, everyone’s welcome! |
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Uni Rep: A representative from the University of Waterloo will be joining us today at lunch in the atrium. |
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Entrepreneurship Club: Are you interested in becoming an entrepreneur? Do you have the motivation to be your own boss? Well then entrepreneurship club is the perfect place for you! In this club, you will have the opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship by being a part of or creating a business. Our meeting is today in room 128 at lunch. Hope to see you there! |
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Brain Bee: Are you interested in the brain? Come by room 216 on Wednesday at lunch to learn more about the Brain Bee, a neuroscience competition where students test their knowledge on the nervous system! Hear from past winners, about registration info, learn about workshops that happen at the event, and more! |
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Math Club: Reminder: the OTHS math club will have a meeting today from 3 to 4 PM in room 224. We will be preparing for the COMC math contest! |
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AP Exams: AP Exam Fees are overdue! Payment must be made immediately. JOIN codes will be sent to all students who have paid for an AP exam on school cash by lunchtime today. JOIN codes are coming to student emails today and tomorrow. LOOK for your JOIN codes to complete the AP exam ordering. |
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Jr Field Hockey: Yesterday, the junior field hockey team beat Craig Kielburger 3-0 in the semifinals. Shoutout to goal scorers Lexie and Melody. Wishing the team good luck in the finals on Thursday against Georgetown! |
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Uni Rep: We will be hosting a representative from the University of Ottawa today at lunch in the atrium. Tomorrow, stop by the atrium to speak with a representative from the University of Waterloo. |
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Economics club: A reminder that the Economics club will be meeting TODAY at lunch in room 232! We will discuss information about the upcoming EconBowl competition, and play monopoly. The top three players of the monopoly game will win a special price! Looking forward to seeing you all soon! |
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Grad Wear: Attention class of 2026. Time is running out to purchase your Grad Wear. The online store closes today at 11:59pm! Check out the posters around the school for the QR code that will take you to the online store. Don’t miss out. Get your Grad Wear today! |
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OTHS Swag: OT Swag for all students is here, but the online store is closing today! Check out OTHS Athletics on Instagram or the posters around the school for the QR code with the link to the online store. We have fantastic options for everyone. Don’t miss out on getting your OT Swag. The deadline is today. |
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School House: Get ready to bring your school spirit to OT. We’re launching our new House System, where students will be part of one of three teams: Red Dragons, Blue Sharks, or Green Gators. Throughout the year, houses will compete in fun games and activities to earn points. There will be a scoreboard to track results and prizes for the winning house at the end of the year. To join, simply write your name and grade to sign up. You don’t need to do anything extra — just bring your spirit. On activity days, you can choose to participate or cheer on your team from the sidelines. Let’s make this year exciting and see which house will come out on top. |
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Intramurals: Lunch time intramurals begin today in gym AB. Monday is Volleyball, Tuesday is basketball and Rugby is Thursday. Make sure you have athletic shoes and you have your “sticker” on your student card or get it from the PE office at lunch today. |
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Wellbeing meeting: There will be a Wellbeing meeting today in the main office conference room at 11am today. All are welcome! |
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Math Club: Reminder: the OTHS math club will have a meeting Tuesday from 3 to 4 PM in room 224. We will be preparing for the COMC math contest! |
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Entrepreneurship Club: The Entrepreneurship Club will meet Tuesday at 11:00 am in Rm 128. See you there! |
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Shoebox Project Club: In 2024, 115 women and children in the Halton area relied on emergency shelters, and 152 women and 139 children accessed residential services. Join The Shoebox Project Club today to help support women experiencing homelessness across Canada. Our first meeting is today at the start of lunch in Room 172 — everyone is welcome! |
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Shoebox Project Club: Want to make a difference? Join the Shoebox Project Club to help support women experiencing homelessness across Canada. Our first meeting is on Monday, October 20th, at the start of lunch in Room 172. Everyone’s welcome! |
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Grad Talk: Join us today at lunch in room 102! to hear from Sophia Xu, a Waterloo engineering student and OT grad talk about getting accepted to top engineering programs. You’ll learn about the admission process for engineering across Canada and gain insight on the life of a current Waterloo Engineering Student Can’t wait to see you there! |
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BSA: This is an important announcement for all Black Identifying students. We are excited to be hosting the very first meeting of our new Black Student Association (BSA)! This is your chance to connect with peers and help establish a supportive community here at school.
We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Jummah prayers: There will be two Jummah prayers : The first jummah prayer will be at 1:10 and we will have a second prayer at 1:25. |
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MSA: October is Islamic Heritage Month! Did you know that the idea of a toothbrush, that you hopefully use twice a day, became a common practice thousands of years ago ! The first toothbrush was actually a miswak root which contains anti-bacterial properties to help keep your teeth fresh. Prophet Muhammed Peace be Upon Him highly recommended people use it as a part of their morning routine. To learn more visit the OTHS MSA Instagram! |
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Golf: Over the past two days, Evelyn Liu teed it up against the top high school golfers in Ontario at the OFSAA Golf Championship and delivered an incredible showing! With consistent play, sharp course management, and a steady short game, she finished an impressive 21st out of 127 golfers in a highly competitive field. Throughout the entire competition, Evelyn demonstrated composure, skill, and true sportsmanship. Congratulations on a fantastic tournament and for proudly representing OT! |
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Grad Wear: Attention class of 2026. Time is running out to purchase your Grad Wear. The online store closes on October 20th! Check out the posters around the school for the QR code that will take you to the online store. Don’t miss out. Get your Grad Wear! |
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OT Swag: OT Swag for all students is here, but the online store is closing Monday, October 20th! Check out OTHS Athletics on Instagram or the posters around the school for the QR code with the link to the online store. We have fantastic options for everyone. Don’t miss out on getting your OT Swag. The deadline is Monday. |
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Girls Basketball: Varsity girls basketball suffered a tough loss against MM Robinson yesterday at home. The girls played a strong game but sadly couldn’t pull through with the win. Shoutouts go to Alishba and Alizey for their good communication on defence. The girls play again next week against White Oaks.” |
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House: Get ready to bring your school spirit to OT. We’re launching our new House System, where students will be part of one of three teams: Red Dragons, Blue Sharks, or Green Gators. Throughout the year, houses will compete in fun games and activities to earn points. There will be a scoreboard to track results and prizes for the winning house at the end of the year. To join, simply write your name and grade to sign up. You don’t need to do anything extra — just bring your spirit. On activity days, you can choose to participate or cheer on your team from the sidelines. Let’s make this year exciting and see which house will come out on top. |
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Coding Club: The coding club will be hosting our next meeting today at the start of lunch in room 125. We will be going over time complexity in combination with binary search and related applications. There will be prizes for kahoot winners! Hope to see you there |
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Uni Rep: Attention Grade 11s and OT’s graduating class: we are hosting a representative from McMaster University today in the atrium at lunch. Next week, stop by the atrium on Monday to speak with a representative from the University of Ottawa, and on Tuesday, to speak with a representative from the University of Waterloo. |
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Chess: TODAY IS THE DAY! Join us in room 218 at break for the Red Devils Open chess tournament information session! Your chance to win the ultimate bragging rights, announcement shoutouts and prizes! SEE YOU THERE! |
Chess Club:Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned October’s Chess Champion? The OTHS Chess Club is proud to launch its first-ever in-school chess tournament—and YOU are invited to compete! Prizes, morning announcement shout-outs, and ultimate bragging rights are up for grabs. The players who participate will also secure their ticket to represent OT in an online inter-school tournament against White Oaks in early November. Join us TOMORROW at break in Room 218 for a short info session on how the tournament will work and how you can sign up. |
Rugby:A reminder to all students interested in playing intramural touch rugby that it will take place Friday at lunch in the gym this week. You need your sticker from the phys ed office to participate. Everybody is welcome. |
Robotics Team:The OTHS Robotics Team is hosting their annual mock kickoff event after school on Thursday in the CAD lab (Room 163). If you’re looking for an opportunity to collaborate with your friends to design and strategize a robot based on a game plan… this is your chance! Everyone is welcome to join – no experience needed! |
Grad Wear:Attention class of 2026. Your Grad Wear is available for purchase. Check out the posters around the school for the QR code that will take you to the online store. The last day to order your Grad wear is October 20th. |
OT Swag:OT Swag for all students is here! Check out OTHS Athletics on Instagram or the posters around the school for the QR code with the link to the online store. We have fantastic options for everyone, including customizable Nike hoodies that are perfect for staying warm. Explore our wide variety of choices, from comfortable t-shirts and fleece to plaid pajama pants. The last day to order online is October 20th. |
Gym & Fitness Center:The gym and fitness centre are now open at lunch for students. To use these spaces you need to get your “sticker” for your student card from the PE office at lunch. |
Finance and Investment Club:Attention students! Ready to unlock your potential in the world of business? Join the Finance and Investment Club! Whether you’re curious about launching your own startup, exploring the stock market, or investing in currencies like crypto, we’ve got you covered. Learn valuable skills, connect with like-minded peers, and take your first step toward financial success. Don’t miss out—meet us TODAY in Room 191 at lunch! |
BASEF:BASEF Bay Area Science & Engineering Fair Club will meet today in Rm 120 at 11:00 am. See you today! |
Uni Rep:OT is welcoming a representative from University of Guelph in the atrium at lunch today. |
Art and Photo club:Sorry, everyone! Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Art and Photo club will be cancelled today. See you next week in the art room! |
MSA:October is Islamic Heritage Month ! Did you know that Coffee, now part of daily life and worldwide, was first brewed in Yemen around the 15th century. From there, it spread through the Muslim world and eventually to Europe. Next time you grab a cup, remember it’s part of Islamic heritage too! To learn more visit the OTHS MSA Instagram! |
Junior girls field hockey:Congratulations to the Junior girls field hockey team on a 4-0 win yesterday. The team played great offence and defence throughout the whole game. Goal scorers were Halle, Chanel, Amber and Lindsey! Good luck to the team as they head into the playoffs! |
AP Exams:Attention students who applied for AP Exams- please pay your fees as soon as possible. |
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Grad Wear: Attention class of 2026. Your Grad Wear is available for purchase. Check out the posters around the school for the QR code that will take you to the online store. The last day to order your Grad wear is October 20th. |
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OT Swag: OT Swag for all students is here! Check out OTHS Athletics on Instagram or the posters around the school for the QR code with the link to the online store. We have fantastic options for everyone, including customizable Nike hoodies that are perfect for staying warm. Explore our wide variety of choices, from comfortable t-shirts and fleece to plaid pajama pants. The last day to order online is October 20th. |
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Gym & Fitness Center: The gym and fitness centre are now open at lunch for students. To use these spaces you need to get your “sticker” for your student card from the PE office at lunch. |
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Shoebox Project Club: Want to make a difference? Join the Shoebox Project Club to help support women experiencing homelessness across Canada. Our first meeting is today, during the second half of lunch in Room 172. Everyone’s welcome! |
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Chess Club: Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned October’s Chess Champion? The OTHS Chess Club is proud to launch its first-ever in-school chess tournament—and YOU are invited to compete! Prizes, morning announcement shout-outs, and ultimate bragging rights are up for grabs. The players who participate will also secure their ticket to represent OT in an online inter-school tournament against White Oaks in early November. Join us this Friday, October 17th at break in Room 218 for a short info session on how the tournament will work and how you can sign up. |
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Genomics Club: Are you interested in biology, medicine, research, or bioinformatics? Want to gain hands-on research experience? Join the OTHS Genomics Club! We have a meeting today at 11:35 AM in room 125. There will be snack prizes! See you there. |
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Study Club: Ever wonder what it actually takes to get into Queen’s Commerce? Come to the Study Club’s workshop happening during the beginning of lunch TODAY at Room 114! Lisa Li, A former OTHS student who’s now studying at Queen’s will share her stats, essay tips, extracurriculars, and how she got offers from Rotman, Ivey, and Waterloo CS before choosing Queen’s. Everyone is welcomed so bring your lunch and come listen in to get a real look at what it takes to make it there!” |
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Rugby: A reminder to all students interested in playing intramural touch rugby that it will take place Friday at lunch in the gym this week. You need your sticker from the phys ed office to participate. Everybody is welcome. |
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Uni Rep: Attention Grade 11s and Graduating Students: We will be hosting representatives from St. Mary’s University and Trent University today at lunch. Come to the atrium tomorrow to speak to a representative from University of Guelph, and on Friday for a representative from McMaster. |
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Mock Trial Club: This is a reminder that the Mock Trial Club will be meeting TODAY at LUNCH, in room 110. We will be going over the case for the December tournament so make sure to attend, and if you're looking to join us now is the chance! |
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Robotics Team: The OTHS Robotics Team is hosting their annual mock kickoff event after school on Thursday in the CAD lab (Room 163). If you’re looking for an opportunity to collaborate with your friends to design and strategize a robot based on a game plan… this is your chance! Everyone is welcome to join – no experience needed! |
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Islamic Heritage month: October is Islamic Heritage month! Did you know that a man named Abbas Ibn Firnas, a muslim mathematician in the 9th century , was the first man to attempt flight? His design of the glider led to the Wright brother’s breakthrough in the early 20th century! To learn more, visit the OTHS MSA instagram! |
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DECA: The DECA countdown is starting! Only three practices until the regional competition. Be sure to be at today’s practice to do a case study from start to finish. |
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Jr Girls Field Hockey: Congratulations to the:junior girls field hockey team for their 3-1 win against Georgetown yesterday. Special shoutout to goal scorers, Hadley, Lexi and Chanel. Wish them luck on their game today against MMR as they fight for a playoff spot. |
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Engineering Club: The engineering Club is meeting today at lunch in room 159. Come on down and check it out, meet some new friends and have some fun! |
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Guidance: Graduating Class: Please join your Guidance department today at 11am in room 198 where we will be going over the College application process through OCAS. Tips and tricks and all you need to know - join us today at 11 in room 198! |
Grad Wear
Attention class of 2026. Your Grad Wear is available for purchase. Check out the posters around the school for the QR code that will take you to the online store. The last day to order your Grad wear is October 20th.
OT Swag
OT Swag for all students is here! Check out OTHS Athletics on Instagram or the posters around the school for the QR code with the link to the online store. We have fantastic options for everyone, including customizable Nike hoodies that are perfect for staying warm. Explore our wide variety of choices, from comfortable t-shirts and fleece to plaid pajama pants. The last day to order online is October 20th.
Athletes of the Month:
Congratulations to the following OT Athletes for being September’s Athletes of the Month.
Jr Girls Field Hockey is Halle T
Sr Girls Field Hockey is Lauren W
Golf is Mark F
Please come to the PE office at lunch to get your picture taken. Congratulations.
Athletic Council:
The Athletic Council will be meeting today at lunch in the Health Room (153) - all students are welcome.
OTHS Leaders League:
Hey OT! Starting next week on Tuesday, come to room 118 at lunch to take part in the OTHS Leaders League. This Youth Leader group is the perfect place for language learners, international students and students new to the school to make friends, connect with the community and earn volunteer hours. Come check it out next Tuesday, Oct 21st
Shoebox Project Club:
Want to make a difference? Join the Shoebox Project Club to help support women experiencing homelessness across Canada.
Our first meeting is tomorrow, October 15th, during the second half of lunch in Room 172. Everyone’s welcome!
Blue Jays:
Let’s go Blue Jays!!!! Do you even know how special the Blue Jays are? Let’s show our support of the blue jays in the post season! Wear your BLUE on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday!
Grade 9 and 10 mathletes:
Attention Grade 9 and 10 mathletes! If you would like to be a part of a competitive junior math team and do collaborative math contests, please come for an orientation at room 125 this coming today at lunch, 11:30 AM.
Chess Club:
Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned October’s Chess Champion? The OTHS Chess Club is proud to launch its first-ever in-school chess tournament—and YOU are invited to compete! Prizes, morning announcement shout-outs, and ultimate bragging rights are up for grabs. The players who participate will also secure their ticket to represent OT in an online inter-school tournament against White Oaks in early November. Join us this Friday, October 17th at break in Room 218 for a short info session on how the tournament will work and how you can sign up.
Rugby:
A reminder to all students interested in playing intramural touch rugby that it will take place Friday at lunch in the gym this week. You need your sticker from the phys-ed office to participate. Everybody is welcome
Uni Representatives:
Attention Grade 11s and OT’s Graduating Class: We will be hosting representatives from Laurentian and Brock University in the atrium today at lunch.
Girls Hockey:
Attention all girls interested in playing hockey this year! There will be a meeting for the Girls Hockey Team today at the start of lunch in Room 102. We are also looking for another goalie to join the team — if you have goalie experience or are interested in trying it out, please come to the meeting or speak to Coach Groen for more information.