Number 11

November 28, 2005

1. Badminton Championship Accommodations - Accommodations in Thompson may be difficult to get if zones do not book soon. AND because there is absolutely no other accommodations near Thompson, it is crucial that zones book their accommodations as soon as possible for this championship. A list of these championships are on page 52 of the Provincial Handbook.

2. Dale Iwanoczko Volleyball Scholarship - a reminder that the deadline for the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarships is December 14th. Application forms are available online http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pdfs/Dr_Dale_Application.pdf.

3. Eligibility Appeals - The Eligibility Appeals meeting will take place on December 8th. The deadline for receipt of appeals is Friday, December 2nd, 2005. Please ensure that all appeals include a letter of support from the principal and zone president.

4. Holiday Merchandise - Make sure to visit the MHSAA merchandise section to purchase those last minute special holiday gifts. Shipping is free, and all applicable taxes are included in the posted price. We have golf shirts, windshirts and fleece available as well as some of the Sundog sunglasses. Order now to ensure selection is available. Contact Christine at 925-5640 or christine@mhsaa.ca to take advantage of our free shipping and taxes included offer. Check it out.
http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/merchandise/merchandise.php

5. Hockey Scholarships - The MHSAA is pleased to announce that we have two new hockey scholarships.

The Manitoba Moose will be sponsoring two $1,000.00 scholarships for outstanding sportsmanship.

A Memorial Scholarship has been established in the name of former St. John's Ravenscourt player, Alex Josephson. Alex was a member of the 2002 Provincial Champions, St. John's Ravenscourt Eagles, and tragically passed away in a car accident late this summer.

6. Provincial Volleyball Championships - Sport Manitoba offers travel assistance high schools that travel over 600 kilometers. Your regional Sport Manitoba consultant has the information, or check out the information package that was given to schools at the beginning of the year. You can also go to the Sport Manitoba website, www.sportmanitoba.mb.ca for information and application forms. Make sure to take advantage of this travel support opportunity.