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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Thursday, September 30, 2010

The Canadian Universities Event is happening tonight at Meadowridge Secondary in Maple Ridge from 6:30 until 8:00 pm.  35 of Canada’s top schools will be represented.  Information available in the Counselling Centre.

There is a MANDATORY meeting for all junior girls’ volleyball players today at lunch regarding a busing change.  You must attend!

Grade 12 students – UFV BEGINS to accept applications for the September 2011 semester on October 1^st.  Applications and help are available in the Counseling Centre.

Multi Cultural Club is back! Join us Mondays at lunch in room C211 – meet new people, enjoy free food, and get volunteer hours to graduate!

The Hair Design Program is look for models.  If you’re interested in being a model for a hair show, please come to the model call on Thursday, September 30^th  or Friday, October 1^st  at 2:45 in hair design classroom, Portable 1.

Today is the first weekly meeting of the Abby Prayer Group in room C212 at lunch. See you there!

Link Leader meeting Tuesday at lunch in the library.  Bring your lunch.

Congratulations to all members of the cross country team who, at yesterday's first meet of the season, ran their hearts out.  Everyone put their best foot forward and represented Abby well.  Special congrats to Bukky O for her awesome finish!  Team members are reminded that there is practice today!

All members of the Run for the Cure team are reminded of the Run taking place this Sunday at Rotary Stadium.  Please be there by 9:30 for a team photo.  For those who paid the registration fee, your t-shirt and race packages will be ready tomorrow.  Please see Mrs. Webster.

Peer Tutoring students need to hand in their autobiographies, first journals, and attendance sheets to Ms. MJ by Thursday, September 30th.  No marks will be earned until the documents have been submitted.

Grad News - Thank you to all who voted for Grad Song and Theme.  The winners are as follows:

Song – “Dream On” by Areosmith with 81 votes

Theme – “Hollywood Red Carpet” with 66 votes.

Cafeteria closed today.  There is a BBQ outside at the oval.  $3.50 for a burger and pop.

For Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

Today                   Samosas - $1.00 each/2 for $1.50

Friday                  California Rolls - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Wednesday, September 29, 2010

The Canadian Universities Event is happening on Thursday night at Meadowridge in Maple Ridge from 6:30 until 8:00 pm.  35 of Canada’s top schools will be represented.  Information available in the Counselling Centre.

Grade 12 students – UFV BEGINS to accept applications for the September 2011 semester on October 1^st.  Applications and help are available in the Counseling Centre.

Culture Club is back! Join us Mondays at lunch in room C211 – meet new people, enjoy free food, and get volunteer hours to graduate!

The Hair Design Program is look for models.  If you’re interested in being a model for a hair show, please come to the model call on Thursday, September 30 or Friday, October 1 at 2:45 in hair design classroom, Portable 1.

Peer Tutoring students need to hand in their autobiographies, first journals, and attendance sheets to Ms. MJ by Thursday, September 30th.  No marks will be earned until the documents have been submitted.

Well done to the Senior Boys Soccer team for their 6-2 win over Walnut Grove.  Goals were scored by Trent Mayer, Grant Fadden, Manav Tamber, Kree Byrne, Kieran Yodogawa, and Simi Singh.  Solid D by Kam Tamber and great leadership by Sahib Phagura.  Special mention to Jeremy Hoffman for his first game in goal as a Panther.  Also, great effort by Trent Mayer for his hard work up front.  Well done Boys!!!

There will be a yearbook class at lunch and after school today to work on cover and theme. Those class members who are assigned to the task are required to attend.

Cross Country members are reminded to meet in the front foyer at 12:45 at the latest with all gear for the meet today!

The Junior Boys Soccer team begins their season today vs. Mission at Babich Park at 3:30.  Come out and enjoy the sun and watch the first Junior Soccer team at Abby in over 20 years.

For Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

Wednesday               Closed

Thursday                Samosas - $1.00 each/2 for $1.50

Friday                  California Rolls - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Tuesday, September 28, 2010

There will be a short, but mandatory, meeting for all IB Diploma students only today in W119 at 11:00.

The Hair Design Program is look for models.  If you’re interested in being a model for a hair show, please come to the model call on Thursday, September 30 or Friday, October 1 at 2:45 in hair design classroom, Portable 1.

Peer Tutoring students need to hand in their autobiographies, first journals, and attendance sheets to Ms. MJ by Thursday, September 30th.  No marks will be earned until the documents have been submitted.

A very important meeting for the Senior Girls’ Basketball team today  in Room C112 at the beginning of lunch.

Senior boys’ soccer team players are reminded that their bus leaves at 1:30 today.  You are dismissed from class at 1:20 pm.

For Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

Tuesday         Nachos and Cheese – $2.00

Wednesday               Closed

Thursday                Samosas - $1.00 each/2 for $1.50

Friday                  California Rolls - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Monday, September 27, 2010

There will be a very short girls’ rugby meeting today  in Mr. Clark’s room C219 at the start of lunch for information on 2 fundraising projects.

Panther Drag Race Team meeting today at lunch time in room E101.

All members must attend!

Sr. Girls’ Volleyball practice 2:45 today.  Game tomorrow.

A reminder to all interested Grade 11 and 12 students of the BC Post Secondary Institutions event tonight at W. J. Mouat from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.  There will be 3 – 40 minute sessions, starting with a mini fair.

There will be a short, but mandatory, meeting for all IB Diploma students only on Tuesday, Sept. 28th in W119 at 11:00.

For Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

Monday          Hot Dogs $1.50 each

Tuesday         Nachos and Cheese – price TBA

Wednesday               Closed

Thursday                Samosas - $1.00 each/2 for $1.50

Friday                  California Rolls - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Thursday, September 23, 2010

Grade 12 students, if you’re interested in going to UFV next year, a Student Recruitment Rep will be here at Abby TODAY at lunch in the library. Drop by with your questions and pick up an application and admissions guide.  UFV starts accepting applications for next September on October 1^st.

The KEY club meeting for today is CANCELLED.  KEY club will be meeting next week.

There will be a very short girls rubgy meeting on Monday in Mr. Clark’s room C219 at the start of lunch for information on 2 fundraising projects.

All Soccer players (junior and senior) are reminded that they must get their permission forms and team fees in to Mr. Fetterly before the first league game.  If your forms aren't in, you can't play.

Reminder to Students – Student price cards are still on sale. Buy a card this week to get double discounts this weekend!  See Miss Hasiuk in the band room.

Grade 11 and 12 students.  WJ Mouat is hosting this years’ Post Secondary Night on Monday, September 27^th at Mouat from 7:00pm – 9:00pm.  There is a mini-fair with all the schools until 7:45, then you can attend 2 presentations.  UBC, SFU, UVic, UFV,  BCIT,  Kwantlen and more will be represented.  Parents are welcome.

All Senior boys soccer team members.  Today's game vs Yale has been postponed and moved to Oct. 14th.  All players need to see Mr. Fetterly for an updated schedule.  The next game for the senior team will be on Tuesday, Sept. 28th at Walnut Grove.

Hey Everyone!!  NEXT WEEK IS OUR FIRST SPIRIT WEEK!!!  Monday is BINDER DAY!!  Show up with your binder, GET A PRIZE!  It's that easy!!

AND...

MARK THIS IN YOUR PLANNERS:  The date of the first dance has been changed!!  Our first dance will now be on Thursday, October 21st!!

Stay tuned for more details!

Cafeteria Menu for today:  Pasta Thursday

• Three cheese ravioli with meat sauce and parmesan
• Chicken and shrimp cannelloni with Hollandaise
• Meat and Cheese Lasagna with tomato sauce
• Fettuccine with mild chilies and grilled Chicken
• Linguini with a west coast claim sauce and tomato concasse and herbs.
• Meat tortellini with a tomato and basil sauce.

Pasta only - $3.00

Pasta served with garlic bread, salad and a treat - $4.00

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Attention Grade 12’s!  Jostens will be here today at lunch to display grad rings.

Xcountry runners, please meet in N115 today at 2:45 ready to run.

Yearbook class will meet at lunch today in S217 - not after school as originally scheduled. All the students who want on work on cover and theme, please see Mr. Whitman, at lunch, in S217.

All students going on the Grouse Grind trip are asked to meet in the new gym right at the beginning of lunch.

Grade 12 students, if you’re interested in going to UFV next year, a Student Recruitment Rep will be here at Abby on Thursday at lunch in the library. Drop by with your questions and pick up an application and admissions guide.  UFV starts accepting applications for next September on October 1st

Parking Passes are now here.  Any student wishing to drive their car to school must register at the office and buy a parking permit.  Permits are $16.00 for the year.

Junior Boys Soccer team.  You have a mandatory practice on today from 3:00 to 4:00 on the Abby Middle Soccer Field.

All Soccer players (junior and senior) are reminded that they must get their permission forms and team fees in to Mr. Fetterly before the first league game.  If your forms aren't in, you can't play.

All Senior Girls interested in playing Volleyball must attend a mandatory meeting in the new gym at 11 sharp for a short meeting.   Registration and providiing games schedules for the league will take place at this meeting - don't miss it if you want to play this year!!

Hey Everyone!!  NEXT WEEK IS OUR FIRST SPIRIT WEEK!!!  Monday is BINDER DAY!!  Show up with your binder, GET A PRIZE!  It's that easy!!

AND...

MARK THIS IN YOUR PLANNERS:  The date of the first dance has been changed!!  Our first dance will now be on Thursday, October 21st!!

Stay tuned for more details!

On Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

        Today – California Rolls - $3.75 a box

        Thursday and Friday – closed.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Tuesday, September 21, 2010

All football, basketball, volleyball, drag race, leadership, and rugby teams and coaches the kickoff for the fall fundraiser is today at 2:45 in the cafeteria.  It is important that everyone is there immediately after school.

Attention Grade 12’s!  Jostens will be here today and Wednesday at lunch to display grad rings.

Reminder - Grouse Grind this Thursday is filling up fast.  Get your forms in.  If you are interested in participating in this trip, please see your PE teacher or pick up a form at the office.

Parking Passes are now here.  Any student wishing to drive their car to school must register at the office and buy a parking permit.  Permits are $16.00 for the year.

Junior Boys Soccer team.  You have a mandatory practice on Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 on the Abby Middle Soccer Field.

Senior Boys Soccer team.  There is a mandatory practice for all members of the senior boys soccer team today from 3:00 to 4:00 on The Abby Middle soccer team.

All Soccer players (junior and senior) are reminded that they must get their permission forms and team fees in to Mr. Fetterly before the first league game.  If your forms aren't in, you can't play.

Panther Drag Race Team meeting at lunch in room E101.  All members must attend!

Hey Everyone!!  NEXT WEEK IS OUR FIRST SPIRIT WEEK!!!  Monday is BINDER DAY!!  Show up with your binder, GET A PRIZE!  It's that easy!!

AND...

MARK THIS IN YOUR PLANNERS:  The date of the first dance has been changed!!  Our first dance will now be on Thursday, October 21st!!

Stay tuned for more details!

On Sale in the Pit Stop this week:

        Today – Samosas - $1.00 each or 2 for $1.50

        Wednesday – California Rolls - $3.75 a box

        Thursday and Friday – closed.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Monday, September 20, 2010

Attention Grade 12’s!  Jostens will be here next tomorrow and Wednesday to display graduation rings, come check out the exclusive Grad 2011 designs for both guys and girls. Ring brochures are available in the office now.

Reminder - Grouse Grind this Thursday is filling up fast.  Get your forms in.  If you are interested in participating in this trip, please see your PE teacher or pick up a form at the office.

Jazz Band, Senior Band and Drumline are cancelled on Monday and Tuesday due to the IB trip.  

Parking Passes are now here.  Any student wishing to drive their car to school must register at the office and buy a parking permit.  Permits are $16.00 for the year.

Junior Boys Soccer team.  You have a mandatory practice on Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 on the Abby Middle Soccer Field.

Senior Boys Soccer team.  There is a mandatory practice for all members of the senior boys soccer tream on Tuesday from 3:00 to 4:00 on The Abby Middle soccer team.

All Soccer players (junior and senior) are reminded that they must get their permission forms and team fees in to Mr. Fetterly before the first league game.  If your forms aren't in, you can't play.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Thursday, September 16, 2010

Drag Team Meeting at lunch today in E101.

KEY club meeting TODAY at lunch in room N109.  Everyone is welcome.

Mandatory meeting for all Windsurfers in the Gym at 11:00 sharp today.  If you don’t attend this meeting you cannot go tomorrow.  All money and forms must be in today.

If you left anything in gym lockers last June, please come by the office to claim.  Anything left after Friday will be donated to charity.

Attention Grade 12’s!  Jostens will be here next Tuesday and Wednesday to display graduation rings, come check out the exclusive Grad 2011 designs for both guys and girls. Ring brochures are available in the office now.

Attention music students - a reminder that the parent meeting is this Thursday at 7:00pm in the (high school) music room.  Be there, or be square!

Run for the Cure participants!!!!  Please return your registration forms and fees to Mrs. Webster no later than tomorrow!!!  We need WAY more people on the team so consider picking up YOUR registration forms today!!

Tryouts for the senior boys’ soccer team and junior boys soccer team will take place today on the Abby Middle Soccer field.  All players who are interested in playing must be there.  If you have any problems with making the tryouts, see Mr. Fetterly in S210.  Having a junior boys’ team will depend on enough participants.  If you are a junior boy and you want to play soccer, you must be there today.

Pit Stop Menu today:  Samosas - $1.00 each or 2 for $1.50.  Tomorrow –California Rolls - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Tuesday, September 14, 2010

If you left anything in gym lockers last June, please come by the office to claim.  Anything left after Friday will be donated to charity.

Windsurfers are reminded to get their forms filled and attend the mandatory meeting today at 1

1:00 sharp in the new gym.  Any students interested in windsurfing may also attend the meeting.

Attention music students - a reminder that the parent meeting is this Thursday at 7:00pm in the (high school) music room.  Be there, or be square!

All boys and girls, juniors and seniors planning on playing rugby this year must attend a brief meeting at lunch today in Mr. McLaughlin's room, N109. We are looking for returning players and new players as well, especially grade 9s!

Any students interested in joining Xcountry are invited to join us o the first practice today afterschool at 2:45.  Please meet in N115 ready to run.

Run for the Cure participants... and we need more of you.... are reminded that forms and fees are due to Mrs. Webster by Friday.

Tryouts for the senior boys’ soccer team and junior boys soccer team will take place on today and Thursday this week on the Abby Middle Soccer field.

All players who are interested in playing must be there.  If you have any problems with making the tryouts, see Mr. Fetterly in S210.  Having a junior boys’ team will depend on enough participants.  If you are a junior boy and you want to play soccer, you must be there on today.

Students – If you haven’t already done so, please bring your demographic verification sheet to the office.  

Pit Stop closed today.  Samosas tomorrow - $1.00 each or 2 for $1.50

Cafeteria menu for today:  Chicken Caesar stuffed Pitas served with vegetables and pickle garnish - $3.75

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS –Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Students in Mr. Lenz’s homeroom who do not have a locker need to report to the office right after these announcements.

Today is the final deadline for Semester 1 course changes.  Sign up for an appointment with Mrs. Doan in the Counselling Center.

Windsurfers are reminded to get their forms filled and attend the mandatory meeting at 11:00 sharp in the new gym.  Any students interested in windsurfing may also attend the meeting.

Attention musicians:  Reminder that Jazz Band, Senior Band and Drumline start this week.  If you are unsure of the schedule, check outside the music room door.

Panther Race Team meeting today after school, 2:30, in room E101.

Congratulations to Mr. Fetterly and Mrs. Reeves for being the first teachers to join the Abby Panther team for the CIBC Run for the Cure!!  Wanna be awesome like them?  See Mrs. Webster today for your registration form!!

Xcountry athletes are reminded of the first practice tomorrow after school. Meet in N115 ready to run.

There is a mandatory meeting for all Semester One Peer Tutors in W119 today at 11:00 am.

Grad Committee meeting today at lunch in C214.  All Grads welcome.

Tryouts for the senior boys’ soccer team and junior boys soccer team will take place on today and Thursday this week on the Abby Middle Soccer field.

All players who are interested in playing must be there.  If you have any problems with making the tryouts, see Mr. Fetterly in S210.  Having a junior boys’ team will depend on enough participants.  If you are a junior boy and you want to play soccer, you must be there on today.

Students – If you haven’t already done so, please bring your demographic verification sheet to the office.  

On sale today in the Pit Stop:  Hot Dogs - $1.50 each.  Pit Stop will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday).

Cafeteria menu for today: Open faced Black Forest Ham and Swiss served with “A daily potato” or salad - $3.75.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS – September 10, 2010

Please listen carefully – All students with a valid academic reason for a course change, you must sign up today for an appointment to see a counselor.  Tuesday will be the last day for Semester 1 course changes.  See Mrs. Doan in the Counselling Centre.

There will be a mandatory meeting for all students in Peer Tutoring for Semester One only at 11:00 am on Friday, Sept.  10^th  in W119.

Do you like saving money?  Come on.  You KNOW you do!  Well, you're in luck.  The Abby Music Department is selling SPCs (That's Student Price Cards).  If you buy them from us, you will save the tax.  They come to $9 even.  Save money at all your favorite retailers and food joints.  Find a music student, Miss Hasiuk or come to the music room for more information.

Interested in scholarships.  There is a very worthwhile scholarship presentation this Saturday, September 11 at 9:00 am at W. J. Mouat.  $5.00 admission but worth it if you are motivated in applying for free money!

Leadership 11/12 students – Classes begin Tuesday, September 14^th at 7:00 am in the library.

Grad Committee meeting Tuesday at lunch in C214.  All Grads welcome.

A reminder to students to hand in their demographic or student information sheets to their homeroom teachers asap.  Please make sure the information on the sheet is updated and correct.  Homeroom teachers please check the sheets for a parent email address.  All students who have returned their completed and updated sheets by next week will be eligible for a draw to win amazing prizes!!

If you are interested in playing rugby with the Abbotsford Youth Rugby Squad please pick up an information sheet in the office.

Any student interested  in going Windsurfing on September 17th, there will be a brief  meeting today at 11:00 sharp in the new gym.

Coaches are reminded of the brief lunchtime meeting today in N115.

Any student wishing to join this year's cross country team are invited to attend the informational meeting on Monday at lunch in room N113.  First practice is Tuesday after school.  See Mrs. Webster for details.

The Abby Collegiate Run for The Cure Fundraising Team is up and running again!  If you would like to participate in the 5kms or 1km run or walk to support breast cancer research on Sunday Oct 3, please see Mrs. Webster for an application form TODAY!

Pizza on sale today in the cafeteria - $2.00 per slice, $3.00 for 2 slices.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS – September 9, 2010

There will be a mandatory meeting for all students in Peer Tutoring for Semester One only at 11:00 am on Friday, Sept.  10^th  in W119.

Do you like saving money?  Come on.  You KNOW you do!  Well, you're in luck.  The Abby Music Department is selling SPCs (That's Student Price Cards).  If you buy them from us, you will save the tax.  They come to $9 even.  Save money at all your favorite retailers and food joints.  Find a music student, Miss Hasiuk or come to the music room for more information.

ALL junior girls wishing to play volleyball this year need to sign up for tryouts in room S113 before Friday.

Any Grade 11 or 12 girls that are interested in playing Volleyball this year please attend a practice today  after school from 2:45 - 4: pm.

Boys interested in play for the Sr. and Jr. boys volleyball this year, please attend a meeting today afterschool in the gym.  Everyone welcome.

Interested in scholarships.  There is a very worth while scholarship presentation this Saturday, September 11 at 9:00 am at W. J. Mouat.  $5.00 admission but worth it if you are motivated in applying for free money!

Senior students need to sign up for course change appointments with Mrs. Doan in the Counselling Centre anytime today.  Grade 9 and 10 students afterschool outside the Counselling Centre.

Leadership 11/12 students – Classes begin Tuesday, September 14^th at 7:00 am in the library.

Grad Committee meeting Tuesday at lunch in C214.  All Grads welcome.

A reminder to students to hand in their demographic or student information sheets to their homeroom teachers asap.  Please make sure the information on the sheet is updated and correct.  Homeroom teachers please check the sheets for a parent email address.  All students who have returned their completed and updated sheets by next week will be eligible for a draw to win amazing prizes!!

If you are interested in playing rugby with the Abbotsford Youth Rugby Squad please pick up an information sheet in the office.

Any student interested  in Windsurfing, there will be a  meeting Friday at 11:00 sharp in the new gym

Pizza on sale today in the cafeteria - $2.00 per slice, $3.00 for 2 slices.

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS – September 8, 2010

Attention all band students:  There is a MANDATORY meeting on Wednesday at lunch in the music room.  Bring your lunch.  We will start at 11:10 SHARP.

Do you like saving money?  Come on.  You KNOW you do!  Well, you're in luck.  The Abby Music Department is selling SPCs (That's Student Price Cards).  If you buy them from us, you will save the tax.  They come to $9 even.  Save money at all your favorite retailers and food joints.  Find a music student, Miss Hasiuk or come to the music room for more information.

ALL junior girls wishing to play volleyball this year need to sign up for tryouts in room S113 before Friday.

Any Grade 11 or 12 girls that are interested in playing Volleyball this year please attend a practise on Thursday after school from 2:45 - 4: pm.

Are you interested in learning how to Windsurf???  Ask your P.E. teachers for the forms on Thursday.  Mrs. Ewert will be taking up to 25 students on Friday, Sept. 17 all day to Jericho Beach in Vancouver.

Pizza on sale today in the cafeteria - $2.00 per slice.

Panther Race Team meeting today in Room# E101 at 2:30 pm.  

Betty Smith

Abbotsford Collegiate

:o)

Success is not a state to arrive at,

but rather a manner of travelling

.