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THURSDAY, NOV. 12, 2026

 

STUDENT ID & PROOFS

Students who have a first period spare and had their pictures taken, please come down to the office at lunch time and collect the student ID and photo proofs. All other students will get the proofs and ID from their first period teacher.

 

HONOR ROLL CERTIFICATES

Students who have not picked up their Honor Roll Certificates, please come to the main office at lunch time to collect them today.


POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS FAIR 

Next steps:

  • You will receive your Pathways Fair Passport tomorrow in period 4 from your selections indicated here

  • If you have a spare in period 4, please come to Guidance to pick up your passport

  • On Thursday, you can walk around the Fair portion of the event during lunch hour

  • Head to your period 4 class on Thursday to do attendance & get your final instructions on the day

Think of questions you might have and write them down in your passport - there are spaces for notes for you!

See you at the Event!!

 

RamTV!

Tune in this Friday the13th for another RamTV episode @ 10:40am. It’s bad luck if you don’t! Go to: www.ramtv.ca


CLASS OF 2027 GRAD PICTURES - Coming to MMR!!

Many of you have been asking about Grad Pictures times and dates.  We are happy to announce that Pegasus School Images will be coming to MMR starting Monday November 16th and will continue taking grad pictures as long as students continue to book their appointments. 


Sign up now to have your photo taken and be included in our Grad Composite and Yearbook!

Booking Instructions

Click on the link  https://pegasus-si.com/, click on “Book Your Grad Photos” at the top of the page: School Code: 21MMROB6592 Type in the access code, Select an available date & time for your portrait session. Confirm your personal information.

 

ASSIGNMENT RESCUE

Assignment Rescue is running at lunch this week in room 201A!
Please stop by to complete overdue assignments that are required for your midterm report card. Now is the time to bump up your marks!


DRAMA ¼ ZIP SWEATERS

Embroidered Drama ¼ Zip with Personalization: $56

Embroidered Drama ¼ Zip without Personalization: $48.50

How To Order:

Step 1: Complete Google Form to place an order (Complete by Mon. Nov 16)

Step 2: Make Payment on School Cash Online (will become available to you on Nov 17-30)

 

BSA- BLACK STUDENT ALLIANCE

Come on down to BSA in room 301A on Thursdays! It's a safe space for Black students to connect, vibe, and build a community, pull up!

 

Friday October 30, 2026

Friday Update 

 

Dear MMR families,

 

Happy Halloween! Please see the below important messages and reminders.

 

Driving onto Board/School Property & Parking/Idling in Bus Loading Zones & Fire Routes

Please do not park or idle your vehicle in any of the bus loading zones and fire routes. This includes at the front of the school in the “no parking” markings.  Like all schools, our parking lot is very busy at morning drop off and afternoon pick up times. We expect all drivers to navigate our parking lots slowly and responsibly to ensure the safety of all pedestrians.  Students found to be driving recklessly in our parking lots will be addressed by the school administration and/or the police when necessary. 

 

Take Your Kid To Work Day (TYKTWD) - Wednesday November 4, 2026

A reminder for all Grade 9 families, that Grade 9s will go directly to their TYKTWD placement on Wednesday, November 4th.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Hagley (hagleyn@hdsb.ca).

 

Picture Retake Day for Absent Students - Tuesday November 10, 2026

If your student was absent for school pictures, retake day will be Tuesday November 10. Please mark your calendar as this will be the last day. 

 

Post-Secondary Pathways Fair - Thurs.  November 12, 2026, 10:55 am - 4pm, 6:30-8:30pm

This MMR Guidance Event, will be taking place on Thursday, November 12th at 2 different times in the day.  The 1st Event will be from 10:55am - 4pm for all grade 11 and 12 students, and the 2nd Event will begin at 6:30pm and end at 8:30pm and open to all grades and families.  We are excited to share that students will be able to choose different sessions to visit with Post Secondary Opportunities, such as; specific Universities, Colleges, various Scholarship Opportunities, different Trades & Unions, and Community Partners in each of the 5 Pathways (Apprenticeships, Colleges, Community, University, and Work).  Be sure to Save The Date and stay tuned for further information.

 

Grade 8 Family Information Night  - Wednesday November 25, 2026,  6:30 - 8:30 pm

The evening will include many interactive activities and components that will allow new students and families starting high school in September 2027 to navigate the building, and to see what MMR has to offer.  Families are to meet in the main foyer of the school.  Further information here.

 

DEADLINE to Drop a Course  -  Thursday November 26, 2026 @ 3pm

This is an important date for students taking a Grade 11 &/or Grade 12 class.  It is the last day that MMR students can drop a course without it appearing on your official transcript. As per Full Disclosure Policy, courses dropped after the Ministry Full Disclosure Date will be recorded on the student’s transcript and will be shared with post-secondary institutions. Students should do the following:

  • Work with your teachers, trusted adults, and Guidance to decide whether to drop a class this semester.

  • Have these discussions prior to Friday Nov 20th so you can make an informed decision that fits your plans.

  • Let your Guidance Counsellor and teacher know of your intent prior to November 26th to allow time to make the necessary changes

 

Parent Webinars of Interest

The HDSB Student Well-Being Department is dedicated to providing mental health and addictions resources and education to parents/caregiver as part of our Yearly Action Plan. Please register here for upcoming November parent/caregiver webinars:

 

“Just One More!” When Kids and Teens Can't Stop Wanting More – Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This session is virtual.

 

Caring for Grieving Children and Youth – Wednesday, Nov. 25 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This session is virtual.

 

 

The MMR Administration Team

 

Nick Varricchio - Principal

varricchion@hdsb.ca

 

Christa Hosler - Vice Principal ( A - L)

hoslerc@hdsb.ca

 

Annette Markle - Vice Principal (M - Z) 

marklea@hdsb.ca