Tuesday November 3rd
Announcement for Treaties Recognition Week
This is a reminder of the Vocal Ensemble Rehearsal at lunch today.
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Carleton University is coming to our school tomorrow! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Carleton University at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall tomorrow!
ODSS, it's time for your lunch to enter its GREEN ERA. We're introducing composting in the cafe! Apple cores, banana peels and leftover food go in COMPOST. Clean recyclables go in RECYCLING. Everything else goes in GARBAGE. Your lunch had a good run. Now give those scraps a second life.
Go green, ODSS!
It's Movember! This month, we're raising awareness for men's health, and Student Council has a challenge for you! We've placed 10 moustache posters around the school! Find 5 different posters, take a selfie with each, and show your photos to a Student Council teacher to enter our prize draw!
The Dungeons and Dragons club will meet today after school in the lower library.
Any boys interested in playing for the junior or senior boys basketball team this year, there will be a short information meeting at the start of lunch Thursday in room 816.
Tomorrow, GAEA Club will be doing our annual schoolyard clean up! All are welcome to join for a treat and to make our schoolyard shine.
There will be an apprenticeship presentation today at the beginning of Block B in the library for any grade 12 students who are interested in learning about this pathway. When you come to the library, please check in with either Ms. Jamieson or Mrs. Bradbury for your attendance.
Thank you to everyone who participated in and voted for our Best Decorated Pumpkin Contest!
Congratulations to our top 3 winners!
1st Place: Mr. Neal – Pumpkin #5
2nd Place: Mrs. Stewart – Pumpkin #16
3rd Place: Mrs. Cochrane – Pumpkin #19
Thank you to everyone who decorated a pumpkin and helped make this contest a success!
GSA is cancelled this week - please see the classroom for more information
Today’s lunch menu features Meatball Subs, Pasta Primaveria, Pizza and Cookies.
Monday November 2nd
Announcement for Treaties Recognition Week
The Upper Grand District School Board is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
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ODSS, we've got a new drop!
Starting now, the cafe has GREEN BIN COMPOST! That means your lunch leftovers have a new destination.
Food scraps go in COMPOST. Containers and bottles go in RECYCLING. Everything else goes in GARBAGE.
Three bins. Three choices. Don't sell your lunch short by sending perfectly good compost to the landfill.
Sort your stuff. It's not that deep.
It's Movember! This month, we're raising awareness for men's health, and Student Council has a challenge for you!
We've placed 10 moustache posters around the school! Find 5 different posters, take a selfie with each, and show your photos to a Student Council teacher to enter our prize draw!
Unfortunately, Clay Club is cancelled today. See you next Monday!
The Cafeteria is closed today for Food service.
Today's Food School menu features pizza, cookies, pasta with rose sauce, chicken souvlaki wrap with potato wedges. Reminder that you can now tap your debit and credit card in room 314!
Dodgeball intramurals resume today at lunch. ALL teams are to be in the gym as we will try to fit in any missed games from last week. All dodgeballs plays, please come to the double gym at the start of lunch today!!
Friday October 30th
The cross-country team are cwossa champions once again, and with 46 team members, there are too many to recognize individually on this announcement. It did take the entire team to accomplish this feat and everyone should be proud of what we did as a team. There are 15 people heading to OFSAA! Congratulations to Liam W. on an absolutely dominating performance as he won the senior boys race by approximately a minute placing him in the conversation as an OFSAA medal contender. All OFSAA qualifiers are asked to meet in room 135 at the start of lunch to discuss details of the trip to Sudbury
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Cambrian College is here today! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Cambrian College at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! —see you in the Grad Hall at lunch!
Our dodgeball intramural games continue today at lunch.
In gym 1 Blue vs Catch the Balls and then Inferno Elite vs Catch and Throw
In gym 2 Big Z vs. Can’t Hit This and then 100 MPH Elite vs. Dodging Balls
Our Sr Boys Volleyball team battled it out against OLOL yesterday winning a huge match in 5 sets. Our team stepped up their game with huge jump serves, incredible digs, and great setting by Russell W. Amazing work team!
FREE CANDY ALERT!
Today at lunch, show a member of Student Council that you're following us on social media and get some FREE CANDY! 🍭How do you spot a Student Council member? Easy! They'll be the ones carrying buckets full of candy!
Please congratulate the field hockey team on a stellar season. The team played exceptionally well at CWOSSA on Wednesday and Thursday this week. They demonstrated their defensive strength, forward prowess and exceptional goal keeping by Jules H! Aultman, Coleman, Hague and Rook want to say thank you for a fantastic season.
The Jr. boys volleyball team picked up their first home win of the season last night, beating Lourdes in three straight sets. It was a great team effort all around, led by Lincoln M. setting, some outstanding hits from Bryce L., and some great serving from Dekclan P. to help us close out the match. Great work boys!
The lunch menu today features baked pasta, pizza, cookies, and cream of broccoli soup.
Thursday October 29th
FREE CANDY ALERT! How do you spot a Student Council member? Easy! They'll be the ones carrying buckets full of candy! This Friday at lunch, show a member of Student Council that you're following us on social media and get some FREE CANDY! 🍭
Students and teachers are invited to come vote for their favourite pumpkin in our pumpkin decorating contest! Voting will take place in the library starting Block C today and all day Friday. Make sure to stop by and vote for the best decorated pumpkin!
Drama club meets today at lunch in room 310 - all are welcome!
Yearbook club meets in room 230 today at lunch. See you there bears.
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Georgian College is coming to our school tomorrow! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall tomorrow!
Halloween is a time for fun and creativity! If you plan on choosing a costume to wear to school, please think critically and respectfully to ensure all students feel included and valued.
Culture and gender identity are not costumes.
Avoid costumes rooted in hate, discrimination, or stereotypes.
For safety, please avoid weapons/replica weapons and full-face masks.
If unsure, you should check with a teacher or administrator
Thanks for taking the time to consider your costumes.
Today’s lunch menu: Turkey Club Sandwich, Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup, Caesar Pasta Salad, Pizza and Cookies!
Wednesday October 28th
Hello musical Bears!!! There is a Jazz Band rehearsal after school today.
Any former junior and senior boys basketball players from the 2025-2026 teams, please come to 816 at lunch for a short meeting.
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? University of Windsor and Cambrian College is here today! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have University of Windsor or Cambrian College at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall at lunch!
GAEA Club meets today at lunch in room 613. All are welcome!
A reminder to all Intramural Dodgeball teams of the games today at lunch.
In gym 1: Inferno Elite vs Human Targets and catch and Throw vs Blue
In gym 2: 100 MPH Elite vs Not the Face and Dodging Balls vs Can't hit This
Spectators are more than welcome but are reminded to eat before they enter the gym!
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Mary Ann Shadd Cary
Today, we recognize Mary Ann Shadd Cary, a Canadian teacher, journalist, and civil rights activist. In 1853, she became the first Black woman in North America to publish a newspaper. She dedicated her life to fighting for equal rights and opportunities for everyone!
FREE CANDY! This Friday at lunch, show a member of Student Council that you're following us on social media and get some FREE CANDY! 🍭
The in-school lunch menu features Pizza, Cookies, Turkey Club Sandwich, Pretzel Buns, and Chicken Alfredo. Reminder that you can now tap your debit and credit card in room 314 for lunch!
Tuesday October 27th
Vocal Group rehearsal at the start of lunch today.
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Conestoga College is here today! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Conestoga College at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall at lunch!
University of Windsor and Cambrian College will be here tomorrow.
Attention Girls hockey team, there is a meeting TODAY at the beginning of lunch in room 121.
Thank you to all intramural participants for a great first day of dodgeball yesterday. The competition continues tomorrow at lunch.
In gym 1: Inferno Elite vs Human Targets and catch and Throw vs Blue
In gym 2: 100 MPH Elite vs Not the Face and Dodging Balls vs Can't hit This
The dungeons and dragons club will meet today after school in the lower library.
Today the lunch menu features pizza, cookies, enchilada’s, butter chicken and tortellini soup. Reminder that you can now tap your debit and credit card in room 314!
Monday October 26th
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Guelph University is here today! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Guelph at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall at lunch!
Conestoga College will be here tomorrow.
Clay Club will be happening today after school in room 502. Come out and make fun stuff with clay!
There will be a meeting for the girls hockey team tomorrow at the beginning of lunch in room 121.
The in-school lunch menu will be pizza, cookies, buffalo chicken wraps, baked mac and cheese and tortellini soup. Remember that you can now tap your debit and credit card in room 312 at lunch!
It’s Asexual awareness week! The definition of Asexuality is "not having sexual feelings toward others : not experiencing sexual desire or attraction." This week we recognize Asexual people. They can often be overlooked, but they are an important and special part of our community.
Friday October 23rd
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Guelph University is coming to our school on Monday! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Guelph at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall Monday!
Dodgeball Intramurals starts next week. The schedule is posted inside the double gym on the bulletin board. Mondays match-ups are Human Targets vs Catch Throw, Catch these balls and Inferno Elite, Not in the Face and Dodging Balls, 100 MPH Elite and Big Z. Please bring your running shoes and all teams meet in the double gym at the start of lunch. Spectators are welcome, please eat food before entering the gym!
ATTENTION field hockey players there will be a MANDATORY meeting today at the start of lunch in room 225. All players are expected to attend.
Today’s in-school food menu features pizza, cookies, tacos, and pasta with meat sauce. Also, you can now tap your debit or credit card for payment in Room 312.
Thursday October 22nd
Yearbook club meets in room 230 today at lunch. See you there bears.
GSA meets today in room 208!
Girls Hockey tryouts are TODAY after school! Good Luck Girls!
Field Hockey, Field Hockey, Field Hockey!! The team travelled to Guelph to face GCVI in the semifinals. With incredible grit, determination and goals by Makenna B and Katie R, and stelling goal tending by Jules H your Bears fought to the last minute of play to become the semi final champs winning 3-2, and holding onto their number one spot! The field hockey team will take on Bishop Mac on Monday then are off to CWOSSA the last week of October! Congratulations on an amazing season so far!
Lunch Menu - pizza / cookies / chicken wrap / pasta primavera / cinnamon buns
Wednesday October 21st
Food School Menu
Pizza
Cookies
Pork Souvlaki Warp
Pork Souvlaki, Rice, Potatoes
Butternut Squash Soup
The cross-country team are District 10 champions! Congratulations on District 10 all star status, top 6 finishers: Liz, Briar,Reegan, Aiden, Spatty, Chayse, Mack, and Carl. Georgia and Liam were individual champs in their respective races. On to CWOSSA next week!
Attention musical bears!!! Jazz Band today after school.
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Redeemer University is here today! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Redeemer at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall at lunch!
GAEA Club meets today at lunch in room 613. All are welcome!
Attention Hockey Players, Final tryout for the girls hockey team is THIS THURSDAY! See you there!
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Viola Desmond
Today, we recognize Viola Desmond, a Canadian civil rights pioneer who challenged racial segregation in Nova Scotia in 1946. Her courage helped pave the way for racial equality in Canada. Today, she is honoured as the first Canadian woman to appear on a regularly circulating $10 bill
Tuesday October 20th
Attention Grade 12s! Thinking about where you're headed after graduation? Redeemer University is coming to our school tomorrow! Representatives will be set up in the Grad Hall all day with an info table packed with details about programs, campus life, admissions, and more. Whether you already have Redeemer at the top of your list or you're just starting to explore your post-secondary options, make sure to drop by, grab some info, and get all your questions answered! Don't miss out—see you in the Grad Hall tomorrow!
Attention Hockey Players, Final tryout for the girls hockey team is THIS THURSDAY! See you there!
Yesterday your ODSS Bears Field Hockey team took on CCVI at home in quarter final play! As a result of incredible passes, aggressive plays, a refusal to give up and a first goal by Fiona, they came away with a 5-0 win! The team travels to BMAC tomorrow to take on GCVI in semi final play! Good luck BEARS!
Dodgeball, dodgeball, dodgeball! Tomorrow is the last day to sign your dodgeball team up for lunchtime intramurals. This fun lunchtime competition requires no cost and the winning team will receive prizes. Sign your team up in the double gym today!!
Lunch Menu - pizza / cookies / chickenparm penne / squash soup
Pork wrap / greek tenderloin w veggie / cinnamon buns
Monday October 19th
Attention Grade 12s! Looking for a dynamic career path with endless possibilities after high school? Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces are coming to our school TODAY! They’ll be set up in the Grad Hall with an information table to chat about everything from full-time careers and paid university/college education programs to part-time Reserve opportunities. Whether you're curious about hands-on trades, leadership roles, or tuition support, stop by, ask questions, and explore what a future in the Armed Forces could look like for you! Don't miss out—head to the Grad Hall at lunch to discover your options!
Student Cards for students with a Block A spare are available at the main office
Clay Club is happening today after school in room 502. Everyone is welcome!
Food School menu today:
Pizza, Crispy Chicken Club Wrap, Bacon Alfredo,
Roasted Red Pepper Soup, Cookies
Want to make a real difference and build awesome new friendships? Best Buddies is all about connecting students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities to create a school where everyone truly belongs! Come find out more about the Best Buddies program tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20 at 12:00 in Room 112. Mrs. Stewart will see you there.
Hey Bears. If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball. Don't miss out and sign your team up for dodgeball intramurals before Wednesday! Dodgeball sign up sheet is posted in the double gym.
Our Sr Boys Volleyball team had another successful tournament on Friday making it to the semifinals and finishing top 4. Come cheer on the Jr and Sr teams this Thursday in our double gym as they face CW.
Attention Hockey Players, Final tryout for the girls hockey team is THIS THURSDAY! See you there!
The field hockey team is taking on CCVI at home for their quarter final game today at 10:30!! Go BEARS!
Friday October 16th
Attention Grade 12s! Looking for a dynamic career path with endless possibilities after high school? Representatives from the Canadian Armed Forces are coming to our school on Monday! They’ll be set up in the Grad Hall with an information table to chat about everything from full-time careers and paid university/college education programs to part-time Reserve opportunities. Whether you're curious about hands-on trades, leadership roles, or tuition support, stop by, ask questions, and explore what a future in the Armed Forces could look like for you! Don't miss out—head to the Grad Hall Monday at lunch to discover your options!
HURRY HARD! The ODSS curling season is starting. Info meeting today at the start of lunch in Room 109. No experience necessary!
Help us raise money to support Breast Cancer Research! Today at lunch, Senate will be selling cake pops and strawberry shortcake crumb cookies in the 300 hall. All proceeds go to support breast cancer research.
Picture proofs and Student cards for students with no Block A class can be picked up in the main office.
Today’s lunch items include
Pizza / Cookies / Butter Chicken on rice / Chicken Alfredo
Roasted tomato soup with grilled cheese / Cinnamon buns
Popcorn sales today outside of Rm 604. Come and get a delicious bag of popcorn for $1.00 a bag. See you there
Thursday October 15th
Drama Club meets today at lunch in room 310!
Yearbook club meets in room 230 today at lunch. See you there bears.
Tonight during open house, Guidance will run a Post-Secondary Information Session tonight from 7:15 - 8:00pm in the ODSS library. This session will provide an overview of the post-secondary options aimed at senior students and families, such as researching options, applying to programs and paying for post-secondary. Bring your family to learn about your options after high school.
How do you stop bacon from curling in the frying pan???! Take away their brooms!!! The ODSS curling season is starting. We will be having an info meeting on Friday Oct 16th at the start of lunch in Room 109. Anyone interested in curling should attend. No experience necessary!
Yesterday the field hockey team travelled to the University of Guelph to play the final two games of their regular season. And after stellar passing, incredible teamwork and goals from Selah, Katie and Ellie they beat CCVI 2-0 and St. James 5-0 placing themselves in first place for the regular season. Their quarter final game takes place at ODSS on Monday during second period! Go Bears!
To help support Breast Cancer Research, Senate will be selling special pink desserts at lunch on Friday near the Senate display board in the 300 hall. You can get a vanilla cake pop for $1 or a Strawberry Shortcake Crumble Cookie for $2. All proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.
October is Women in History Month,
Today we are going to tell you about Ada Lovelace
Ada Lovelace was a mathematician who wrote an algorithm for the Analytical Engine (the first computer). She encouraged intellectual curiosity, challenged expectations placed on women and continues to empower future generations through her legacy. Her achievements help promote gender equality by showing that women can make significant contributions to technology and science.
Did you know playing Dodgeball is considered to be an effective stress outlet? Physical exercise and social connection produces mood-boosting endorphins. Just in case you needed another reason to sign up for Dodgeball Intramurals. Sign up today in the double gym!!