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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Registration Numbers for JT50!
Look at these numbers for events this weekend! It's going to be great!
JT50 - Merchandise Sales and Golf Registration on Website Now Closed
Hello JT50 Alumni!
JT50 Merchandise
Merchandise sales through the JT50/Inviteright websites are now closed.
Purchased items will be available for pickup at John Taylor Collegiate on Friday, May 16th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Due to popular demand we have placed a second T-Shirt order that will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday at the school, on a first come, first serve basis. T-shirts will be $15.00 each - cash only please.
Golf Tournament
Registration for the JT50 Golf Tournament on the website is now closed. We can still accommodate some additional golfers. If you still want to get in on the "swing of things" (yikes) on Friday afternoon at Assiniboine Golf club contact Andy Mead at andrewmead73@gmail.com.
See you this weekend!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
JT50 Merchandise
Merchandise sales through the JT50/Inviteright websites are now closed.
Purchased items will be available for pickup at John Taylor Collegiate on Friday, May 16th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Due to popular demand we have placed a second T-Shirt order that will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday at the school, on a first come, first serve basis. T-shirts will be $15.00 each - cash only please.
Golf Tournament
Registration for the JT50 Golf Tournament on the website is now closed. We can still accommodate some additional golfers. If you still want to get in on the "swing of things" (yikes) on Friday afternoon at Assiniboine Golf club contact Andy Mead at andrewmead73@gmail.com.
See you this weekend!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
JT50 - 3...2...1... - The Countdown Continues
Old Friends, New Connections - Meet and Greet
John Taylor Collegiate - Open House
Friday, May 16th - 6 PM to 9 PM
Join us Friday evening at 6:00 PM to connect with old friends and former staff members. Get your registration package, pick up your purchased merchandise, grab a refreshment and take a walk down memory lane. There will be dozens of displays from all 5 decades as well as current displays from the arts, athletics and student life at JT. We are expecting a great crowd...but there is always room for one more.
Pancake Breakfast
John Taylor Collegiate
Saturday, May 17th - 9 AM to 11 AM
Recover from the "Social induced Malaria" and join us at the Pancake Breakfast Saturday morning starting at 9:00 AM. We ask that you arrive before 10:30 so that we our volunteers have time to cook your breakfast. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages, fruit, coffee and juice. The breakfast is free but a donation to the JT50 Reunion Committee to help defray costs is appreciated.
Pre-Reunion Warm Up -Thursday Evening, May 15th
Club 3D (Georgie's) - 3317 Portage Avenue
Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge - 2169 Portage Avenue
For those of you that want to do some pre-reunion socializing, both Georgie's and The Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge are opening their doors to JT Alumni on Thursday evening. Show your Piper Pride by wearing Green and Gold or JT clothing. Take advantage of food and drink specials by using the "secret" password "JT50".
Saturday Dinner and Dance - Table Choice extended to Tuesday, May 13th
Many of you have been in contact concerned about the May 9th deadline for dinner ticket purchases. The RBC Convention Centre agreed to accept final attendance numbers by end of day Tuesday - May 13th. While we may have some extra seats after May 13th available on a first come first serve basis, you should buy your tickets before end of day today.
Family Day
John Taylor Collegiate
Sunday, May 18th - 11 AM to 3 PM
Please note that you will have limited access to the school building (washroom facilities only) due to the long weekend. If you want to bring your family to tour the school you are welcome to come on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM or Saturday all day.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Memorabilia Purchases
Some Inventory Left - Purchase online until Wednesday, May 13th - 9 AM
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
Purchased items will available for pickup at John Taylor Collegiate on Friday, May 16th from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 PM and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Any remaining inventory will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday at the school. Cash only please.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking Purchase Tickets and Register for Free Events
See you this weekend!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
John Taylor Collegiate - Open House
Friday, May 16th - 6 PM to 9 PM
Join us Friday evening at 6:00 PM to connect with old friends and former staff members. Get your registration package, pick up your purchased merchandise, grab a refreshment and take a walk down memory lane. There will be dozens of displays from all 5 decades as well as current displays from the arts, athletics and student life at JT. We are expecting a great crowd...but there is always room for one more.
Pancake Breakfast
John Taylor Collegiate
Saturday, May 17th - 9 AM to 11 AM
Recover from the "Social induced Malaria" and join us at the Pancake Breakfast Saturday morning starting at 9:00 AM. We ask that you arrive before 10:30 so that we our volunteers have time to cook your breakfast. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages, fruit, coffee and juice. The breakfast is free but a donation to the JT50 Reunion Committee to help defray costs is appreciated.
Pre-Reunion Warm Up -Thursday Evening, May 15th
Club 3D (Georgie's) - 3317 Portage Avenue
Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge - 2169 Portage Avenue
For those of you that want to do some pre-reunion socializing, both Georgie's and The Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge are opening their doors to JT Alumni on Thursday evening. Show your Piper Pride by wearing Green and Gold or JT clothing. Take advantage of food and drink specials by using the "secret" password "JT50".
Saturday Dinner and Dance - Table Choice extended to Tuesday, May 13th
Many of you have been in contact concerned about the May 9th deadline for dinner ticket purchases. The RBC Convention Centre agreed to accept final attendance numbers by end of day Tuesday - May 13th. While we may have some extra seats after May 13th available on a first come first serve basis, you should buy your tickets before end of day today.
Family Day
John Taylor Collegiate
Sunday, May 18th - 11 AM to 3 PM
Please note that you will have limited access to the school building (washroom facilities only) due to the long weekend. If you want to bring your family to tour the school you are welcome to come on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM or Saturday all day.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Memorabilia Purchases
Some Inventory Left - Purchase online until Wednesday, May 13th - 9 AM
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
- Coffee Mugs $7.00
- Travel Mug 17.00
- John Taylor Reunion Lanyard 5.00
- Beer Mug 8.00
- Shot Glass 5.00
- USB Memory Stick 10.00
Purchased items will available for pickup at John Taylor Collegiate on Friday, May 16th from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 PM and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Any remaining inventory will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday at the school. Cash only please.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
- Big Sand Print & Design
- Club 3D (Georgie's)
- Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
- Intrepid Dezine
- LM Architectural Group
- Marquette Homes
- Silver Heights Restaurant
- Prolawn Property Care
- Flynn Canada Ltd.
- St. James School Division
- Grant Nordman, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. Charles
- Scott Fielding, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. James-Brooklands-Weston
- Jim Rondeau, Manitoba MLA, Assiniboia
- Landstar Development Corporation
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking Purchase Tickets and Register for Free Events
See you this weekend!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Monday, May 12, 2014
JT50 - Still time to Join In!!
As of this morning the JT50 reunion has nearly 2,400 individual registrations in total for the many events taking place over the weekend. If you haven't registered for an event yet, there is still time to join to fun.
Pre-Reunion Warm Up -Thursday Evening, May 15th
Club 3D (Georgie's) - 3317 Portage Avenue
Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge, 2169 Portage Avenue
For those of you that want to do some pre-reunion socializing, both Georgie's and The Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge are opening their doors to JT Alumni on Thursday evening. Show your Piper Pride by wearing Green and Gold or JT clothing. Take advantage of food and drink specials by using the "secret" password "JT50".
Saturday Dinner and Dance - Table Choice extended to Tuesday, May 13th
Many of you have been in contact concerned about the May 9th deadline for dinner ticket purchases. The RBC Convention Centre agreed to accept final attendance numbers by end of day Tuesday - May 13th. While we may have some extra seats after May 13th available on a first come first serve basis, you should buy your tickets before end of day tomorrow.
Family Day
John Taylor Collegiate
Sunday, May 18th - 11 AM to 3 PM
Please note that you will have limited access to the school building (washroom facilities only) due to the long weekend. If you want to bring your family to tour the school you are welcome to come on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM or Saturday all day.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Memorabilia Purchases -
Some Inventory Left - Purchase online until Wednesday, May 13th - 9 AM
Limited Quantities Available
- Coffee Mug $7.00
- Travel Mug 17.00
- John Taylor Reunion Lanyard 5.00
- Beer Mug 8.00
- Shot Glass 5.00
- USB Memory Stick 10.00
Purchased items will available for pickup at John Taylor Collegiate on Friday, May 16th from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 PM and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Any remaining inventory will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday at the school. Cash only please.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
- Big Sand Print & Design
- Club 3D (Georgie's)
- Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
- Intrepid Dezine
- LM Architectural Group
- Marquette Homes
- Silver Heights Restaurant
- Prolawn Property Care
- Flynn Canada Ltd.
- St. James School Division
- Grant Nordman, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. Charles
- Scott Fielding, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. James-Brooklands-Weston
- Jim Rondeau, Manitoba MLA, Assiniboia
- Landstar Development Corporation
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking below:
See you this weekend!
Thanks,
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JT50 Administration |
Sunday, May 11, 2014
JT50 - Dinner Ticket Sales Extended to Tuesday, May 13th
Saturday Dinner and Dance - Table Choice extended to Tuesday, May 13th
Many of you have been in contact concerned about the May 9th deadline for dinner ticket purchases. The RBC Convention Centre agreed to accept final attendance numbers by end of day Tuesday - May 13th. While we may have some extra seats after May 13th available on a first come first serve basis, you should buy your tickets before Tuesday.
Please note that you will have limited access to the school building (washroom facilities only) due to the long weekend. If you want to bring your family to tour the school you are welcome to come on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM or Saturday all day.
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Some Inventory Left - First Come First Serve
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Many of you have been in contact concerned about the May 9th deadline for dinner ticket purchases. The RBC Convention Centre agreed to accept final attendance numbers by end of day Tuesday - May 13th. While we may have some extra seats after May 13th available on a first come first serve basis, you should buy your tickets before Tuesday.
Family Day
John Taylor Collegiate
Sunday, May 18th - 11 AM to 3 PM
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Some Inventory Left - First Come First Serve
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
- Coffee Mug $7.00
- Travel Mug 17.00
- John Taylor Reunion Lanyard 5.00
- Beer Mug 8.00
- Shot Glass 5.00
- USB Memory Stick 10.00
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
- Big Sand Print & Design
- Club 3D (Georgie's)
- Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
- Intrepid Dezine
- LM Architectural Group
- Marquette Homes
- Silver Heights Restaurant
- Prolawn Property Care
- Flynn Canada Ltd.
- St. James School Division
- Grant Nordman, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. Charles
- Scott Fielding, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. James-Brooklands-Weston
- Jim Rondeau, Manitoba MLA, Assiniboia
- Landstar Development Corporation
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Friday, May 9, 2014
One a Week to Go!
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Monday, May 5, 2014
JT50 - Dinner and Social Tickets Still Available!
Hello JT50 Alumni!
We heard from many of you over the weekend worried that tickets sales for the Friday Night Social and Saturday Dinner were closed.
Due to technical difficulties, ticket sales were interrupted over the weekend of May 3rd and May 4th. This has been resolved, and tickets are again available to be purchased.
The RBC Convention Centre has asked us to finalize attendance for the Saturday dinner by Friday, May 9th. If you plan on attending you need to purchase your ticket before then. We will have some extra seats after May 9th available on a first come first serve basis.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
We heard from many of you over the weekend worried that tickets sales for the Friday Night Social and Saturday Dinner were closed.
Due to technical difficulties, ticket sales were interrupted over the weekend of May 3rd and May 4th. This has been resolved, and tickets are again available to be purchased.
The RBC Convention Centre has asked us to finalize attendance for the Saturday dinner by Friday, May 9th. If you plan on attending you need to purchase your ticket before then. We will have some extra seats after May 9th available on a first come first serve basis.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Friday, May 2, 2014
JT50 and Principal Lockhart on CJOB!
Listen to current Principal of JT, Scott Lockhart talk to Hal Anderson of CJOB about JT50!
John Taylor Collegiate will be welcoming back our graduates for our 50th reunion May Long Weekend, 2014! 50 Years of Eating Haggis and Kickin’ Ass.
JT50 - Two Weeks - Information you will need!
JT50 Goes International!
Alumni are coming from all corners of the continent to join us. We have people coming from 33 cities and towns outside of Manitoba. You will be able to reconnect with classmates who are now living in Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, North Dakota, Washington State, California, Florida, New York, Arizona and Barbados.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
We have been informed that our event qualifies as a "Special Civic Event". That means that we can stay open until 3 A.M. YAY! Doors will open at 8:00 PM. Arrive rested and bring cab fare.
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Saturday Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6 PM
The RBC Convention Centre has asked us to finalize attendance by Friday, May 9th. If you plan on attending you need to purchase your ticket before then. We will have some extra seats after May 9th available on a first come first serve basis. Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event.
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Some Inventory Left - First Come First Serve
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking here.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Alumni are coming from all corners of the continent to join us. We have people coming from 33 cities and towns outside of Manitoba. You will be able to reconnect with classmates who are now living in Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, North Dakota, Washington State, California, Florida, New York, Arizona and Barbados.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 3 AM - Doors open at 8:00 PM
We have been informed that our event qualifies as a "Special Civic Event". That means that we can stay open until 3 A.M. YAY! Doors will open at 8:00 PM. Arrive rested and bring cab fare.
Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event. Tickets are still available for purchase at a price $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Saturday Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6 PM
The RBC Convention Centre has asked us to finalize attendance by Friday, May 9th. If you plan on attending you need to purchase your ticket before then. We will have some extra seats after May 9th available on a first come first serve basis. Remember to bring your printed ticket as you will need it to scan into the event.
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Some Inventory Left - First Come First Serve
Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
- Coffee Mug - $7.00
- Travel Mug - $17.00
- John Taylor Reunion Lanyard - $5.00
- Beer Mug - $8.00
- Shot Glass - $5.00
- USB Memory Stick - $10.00
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
- Big Sand Print & Design
- Club 3D (Georgie's)
- Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
- Intrepid Dezine
- LM Architectural Group
- Marquette Homes
- Silver Heights Restaurant
- Prolawn Property Care
- Flynn Canada Ltd.
- St. James School Division
- Grant Nordman, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. James-Brooklands-Weston
- Scott Fielding, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. Charles
- Jim Rondeau, Manitoba MLA, Assiniboia
- Landstar Development Corporation
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund - Donations to Date in the $'000s
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking here.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Monday, April 28, 2014
JT50 - Less than 3 Weeks - Ticket Merchandise Sales Over Soon
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 2 AM
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with alumni from all years at a traditional Manitoba Social. Four JT Alumni bands will be hitting the stage - Everyone but Larry, Matrix, The Proud Sons and Whole Lotta Angus will be keeping the place rocking. This venue includes large connected spaces and an outdoor lounge and patio. Lots of options to party, dance or have a quiet conversation. Tickets are $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Saturday Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6 PM
Tickets are selling briskly for the main event of the reunion. When you purchase your tickets you can join people you know (names of people booked at each table are displayed). Tables seat 10 - you can purchase a whole table and provide names later by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca. Tables are filling up and capacity is limited.
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Nearly Last Call
Time is running out for you to purchase your JT50 Memorabilia. Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
Coffee Mug
$7.00
Travel Mug
17.00
John Taylor Reunion Lanyard
5.00
Beer Mug
8.00
Shot Glass
5.00
USB Memory Stick
10.00
Available for Order until Thursday May 1st
Zipper Fleece Order
$35.00
Property of JTC T-shirt
12.00
Anniversary Logo T-shirt
12.00
JTC Reunion Polo Shirt
30.00
Still time to get in on JT50's Gym Riot
John Taylor Collegiate
Saturday, May 17th - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Free
Participants will be divided up into teams to compete in a bizarre array of fun activities for the right to call themselves JT50 Gym Riot Reunion Champions. Want to relive memories of years past when you participated in a good, old-fashioned gym riot at JT? How about creating new ones with fellow alum in the AB gym on Saturday! The gym riot, also known as a gym blast, is still a riotous amount of fun for alum of any age. Hit the pancake breakfast then meet your teammates and head to your corner as you get set to go head to head (to head to head) in a Food Frenzy relay, race in the Human Centipede and compete in the Snowball Fight. Free gym riot t-shirts in your team's colour provided to participants who register by May 1, 2014.
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
Connect with Your Classmates - JT50 Can Help
If you look on the www.jt50.ca website you can see all of the grads who are registered to receive email updates. While we can't provide you with their email addresses, we can forward an email on your behalf so that you can connect before the reunion and coordinate your table for the Saturday dinner. Just email us at info@jt50.ca and tell us:
JT50 Story Hub
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking below:
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 2 AM
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with alumni from all years at a traditional Manitoba Social. Four JT Alumni bands will be hitting the stage - Everyone but Larry, Matrix, The Proud Sons and Whole Lotta Angus will be keeping the place rocking. This venue includes large connected spaces and an outdoor lounge and patio. Lots of options to party, dance or have a quiet conversation. Tickets are $15.00 in advance. While we expect a sellout, tickets at the door will be $20.00 if there is any capacity.
Saturday Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6 PM
Tickets are selling briskly for the main event of the reunion. When you purchase your tickets you can join people you know (names of people booked at each table are displayed). Tables seat 10 - you can purchase a whole table and provide names later by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca. Tables are filling up and capacity is limited.
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Memorabilia Purchases - Nearly Last Call
Time is running out for you to purchase your JT50 Memorabilia. Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Limited Quantities Available
Coffee Mug
$7.00
Travel Mug
17.00
John Taylor Reunion Lanyard
5.00
Beer Mug
8.00
Shot Glass
5.00
USB Memory Stick
10.00
Available for Order until Thursday May 1st
Zipper Fleece Order
$35.00
Property of JTC T-shirt
12.00
Anniversary Logo T-shirt
12.00
JTC Reunion Polo Shirt
30.00
Still time to get in on JT50's Gym Riot
John Taylor Collegiate
Saturday, May 17th - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Free
Participants will be divided up into teams to compete in a bizarre array of fun activities for the right to call themselves JT50 Gym Riot Reunion Champions. Want to relive memories of years past when you participated in a good, old-fashioned gym riot at JT? How about creating new ones with fellow alum in the AB gym on Saturday! The gym riot, also known as a gym blast, is still a riotous amount of fun for alum of any age. Hit the pancake breakfast then meet your teammates and head to your corner as you get set to go head to head (to head to head) in a Food Frenzy relay, race in the Human Centipede and compete in the Snowball Fight. Free gym riot t-shirts in your team's colour provided to participants who register by May 1, 2014.
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
You have to participate in this event to believe it, even if you only come out to watch.
Questions about Sports Day? Please contact Jana Taylor at jana.taylor@gov.mb.ca.
Connect with Your Classmates - JT50 Can Help
If you look on the www.jt50.ca website you can see all of the grads who are registered to receive email updates. While we can't provide you with their email addresses, we can forward an email on your behalf so that you can connect before the reunion and coordinate your table for the Saturday dinner. Just email us at info@jt50.ca and tell us:
- Which grads you want us to email on your behalf - it can be individual names or an entire year or years.
- Your email address that you want them to respond to.
- The content of the email that you want us to send on your behalf.
Response to this service has been great and we have been able to connect lots of old friends. Given the volume, we ask that if you know the email address of your classmate that you email them directly.
If you know someone that hasn't registered at www.jt50.ca, send them a link to the site and remind them to register. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
69-72 Basketball!
In the Fall of 1969, I came to John Taylor from Regina. I was the big lanky kid from Saskatchewan who didn't want to leave and make new friends. When I went to register, Mr Bridges said the basketball coach was a man named, Wayne Ruff.
Initially I thought he was intense, but soon learned he had an intense love for the game and to help the team win.. He taught me more about the game in months than I had learned in Saskatchewan in several years. Our goal was to beat the Westwood "wood ticks" as they had been provincial champs for the past couple years. When this was done in 71-72, I thought we had achieved the best. What was really taught was hard work, loyalty, friendship, teamwork and values. All good life lessons.
Thank you Wayne! You made a good impact on my life as well as many others.
I hope more people have "balcony people" to help them in life.
Player 35
- Craig (1972)
| Remember 1972? | |
| Billboard Magazine Top Song | "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" - Roberta Flack |
| Grammy Record of the Year | "It's Too Late" - Carole King |
| Stanley Cup | Boston Bruins |
| Grey Cup | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
| Academy Award - Best Movie | The French Connection |
| Academy Award - Best Actor | Gene Hackman - The French Connection |
| Academy Award - Best Actress | Jane Fonda - Klute |
| Motor Trend Car of the Year | Citroën SM |
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Big Sand Print & Design
Club 3D (Georgie's)
Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
Intrepid Dezine
LM Architectural Group
Marquette Homes
Silver Heights Restaurant
Prolawn Property Care
Flynn Canada Ltd.
St. James School Division
Grant Nordman, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. James-Brooklands-Weston
Scott Fielding, Winnipeg City Councillor, St. Charles
Jim Rondeau, Manitoba MLA, Assiniboia
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking below:
Buy Tickets and Register for Events
Monday, April 14, 2014
One Month until JT50!
Saturday Night Fever - Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday May 17th @ 6 PM
Tickets are selling briskly for the main event of the reunion. Over the coming weeks we will be working with the RBC Convention Centre to finalize arrangements. We expect ticket sales will be closed at least one week before the event. Make sure to purchase your tickets and get seating of your choice. When you purchase your tickets you can join people you know (names of people booked at each table are displayed). Tables seat 10 - you can purchase a whole table and provide names later by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9 PM to 1 AM
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with alumni from all years at a traditional Manitoba Social. Four JT Alumni bands will be hitting the stage - Everyone but Larry, Matrix, The Proud Sons and Whole Lotta Angus will be keeping the place rocking. This venue includes large connected spaces and an outdoor lounge and patio. Lots of options to party, dance or have a quiet conversation. Tickets are selling quickly and we expect a sellout.
Memorabilia Purchases - Nearly Last Call
Time is running out for you to purchase your JT50 Memorabilia. Memorabilia is available only on a pre-order basis. Go to the ticket store to purchase merchandise.
Available for Order until April 25th
- Coffee Mug, $7.00
- Travel Mug, $17.00
- John Taylor Reunion Lanyard, $5.00
- Beer Mug, $8.00
- Shot Glass, $5.00
- USB Memory Stick, $5.00
Available for Order until May 2nd
- Zipper Fleece Order, $35.00
- Property of JTC T-shirt, 12.00
- Anniversary Logo T-shirt, 12.00
- JTC Reunion Polo Shirt, 30.00
Connect with Your Classmates - JT50 Can Help
If you look on the www.jt50.ca website you can see all of the grads who are registered to receive email updates. While we can't provide you with their email addresses, we can forward an email on your behalf so that you can connect before the reunion and coordinate your table for the Saturday dinner. Just email us at info@jt50.ca and tell us:
- Which grads you want us to email on your behalf - it can be individual names or an entire year or years.
- Your email address that you want them to respond to.
- The content of the email that you want us to send on your behalf.
- If you know someone that hasn't registered at www.jt50.ca, send them a link to the site and remind them to register. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
Event Schedule and Information
In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
We are the champions!
I had a lot of great memories at John Taylor but the best moment for me was when the buzzer sounded at the end of the 1994 Varsity Girls Provincial AAAA Basketball Championship and the Pipers were victorious! Having the opportunity to compete in sport with your best friends (who remain that to this day) is a special thing. Being able to accomplish something together like winning a championship is even more so. I am sure that the members of all Piper championship teams would agree. I am also proud to say that many of the members of our team still get together with Coach Simpson every year to celebrate our accomplishment and relive many of our fond memories. And we will again this March, for the 20th time. Go Pipers!!
- Proud Piper Athlete (1994)
Remember 1994?
- Billboard Magazine Top Song - "The Sign" - Ace of Base
- Grammy Record of the Year - "I Will Always Love You" - Whitney Houston
- Stanley Cup - New York Rangers
- Grey Cup - BC Lions
- Academy Award - Best Movie - Schindler's List
- Academy Award - Best Actor - Tom Hanks - Philadelphia
- Academy Award - Best Actress - Holly Hunter - The Piano
- Motor Trend Car of the Year - Ford Mustang
John Taylor History - Almost There
The JT50 Reunion Committee is putting together a school history. We need your help identifying some student accomplishments. Please email Scott Lockhart at slockhart@sjsd.net.
- 2003-04 - Governor General Medal __________
- 2000-01 - Student Council President __________
- 1984-85 Governor General Medal __________
- 1983-84 Male Athlete __________ Female Athlete __________
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
- Big Sand Print & Design
- Club 3D (Georgie's)
- Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
- Intrepid Dezine
- LM Architectural Group
- Marquette Homes
- Silver Heights Restaurant
- Prolawn Property Care NEW!!
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
- JT clothing
- Uniforms
- Grad programs
- Yearbooks
- etc?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info. Thanks to all that have come forward with memorabilia - keep it coming!
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking here.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Monday, April 7, 2014
39 days to JT50 - Connect with your Classmates
Connect with Your Classmates - JT50 Can Help
If you look on the www.jt50.ca website you can see all of the grads who are registered to receive email updates. While we can't provide you with their email addresses, we can forward an email on your behalf so that you can connect before the reunion and coordinate your table for the Saturday dinner. Just email us atinfo@jt50.ca and tell us:
If you look on the www.jt50.ca website you can see all of the grads who are registered to receive email updates. While we can't provide you with their email addresses, we can forward an email on your behalf so that you can connect before the reunion and coordinate your table for the Saturday dinner. Just email us atinfo@jt50.ca and tell us:
- Which grads you want us to email on your behalf - it can be individual names or an entire year or years.
- Your email address that you want them to respond to.
- The content of the email that you want us to send on your behalf.
If you know someone that hasn't registered at www.jt50.ca, send them a link to the site and remind them to register. You can use our email tool athttp://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
Updated Event Schedule and Information
We have made changes to the JT50 website to provide more information about all of the events of the reunion. In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Remember to buy your Friday Social and Saturday dinner tickets. Tables for the Saturday dinner are continuing to fill up. Be sure to purchase your tickets in time to have your choice of seating.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
We have made changes to the JT50 website to provide more information about all of the events of the reunion. In addition to the main Friday and Saturday night events you can eat, play, watch and mingle in any number of additional activities. Check out the events page at http://www.jt50.ca/event-calendar/ for additional information.
Remember to buy your Friday Social and Saturday dinner tickets. Tables for the Saturday dinner are continuing to fill up. Be sure to purchase your tickets in time to have your choice of seating.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
Piper Athletics
I was happy to read the Metro One article on April 2nd about the JTC Pipers boys' basketball team winning the provincial championships this March (and the hockey team winning the City and Provincial Championships last March). What an exciting time for the students and staff. I could not help be reminded of Piper championship teams of the 90's including volleyball, basketball and hockey as well as a variety of championships in curling, badminton, etc. Athletes like Jana Taylor, Lara Asplin, Susie Laping, Trevor Dineen, Keith and Kevin Goetz, Brad Unger and coaches like Carol Simpson, Al Friesen, Steve Cara and many more who wore Piper green and gold with pride. I am glad to see the winning tradition continues at JT.
- Anonymous (1992)
| Remember 1992? | |
| Juno Song of the Year | "Life is a Highway" - Tom Cochran |
| Grammy Record of the Year | "Unforgetable" - Natalie Cole with Nat King Cole |
| Stanley Cup | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Grey Cup | Calgary Stampeders |
| Academy Award - Best Movie | The Silence of the Lambs |
| Academy Award - Best Actor | Anthony Hopkins - The Silence of the Lambs |
| Academy Award - Best Actress | Jodie Foster - The Silence of the Lambs |
| Motor Trend Car of the Year | Cadillac Seville Touring Sedan |
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Big Sand Print & Design
Club 3D (Georgie's)
Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
Intrepid Dezine
LM Architectural Group
Marquette Homes
Silver Heights Restaurant
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the here.
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
- JT clothing
- Uniforms
- Grad programs
- Yearbooks
- etc?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info. Thanks to all that have come forward with memorabilia - keep it coming!
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship FundWhy not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the here.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
|
JT50 Administration |
Monday, March 24, 2014
Only 54 days to JT50 - Event Updates - Help us with JT History
Event Updates
Saturday Night Fever - Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6PM
Tickets are selling briskly for the main event of the reunion. We are projecting attendance approaching 1,000 people! When you purchase your tickets, you can join people you know (names of people booked at each table are displayed). Tables seat 10 - you can purchase a whole table and provide names later by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca. Tables are filling up and capacity is limited.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9PM to 1 A.M.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with alumni from all years at a traditional Manitoba Social. Four JT Alumni bands will be hitting the stage - Everyone but Larry, Matrix, The Proud Sons and Whole Lotta Angus will be keeping the place rocking. This venue includes large connected spaces and an outdoor lounge and patio. Lots of options to party, dance or have a quiet conversation. Tickets are on sale now - capacity is limited. Looks like we will have 1,000 people out to this one too!
Buy tickets and register for free events.
Let's Get Registered Alumni and Staff to 1,200 - Class of '89 Gets a "Two-fer"!
Currently we have nearly 900 alumni and staff registered as participants in the reunion. We want to make sure that all alumni and staff (past and present) know about the reunion. Please take another look at your contact list and help us to continue spreading the word - remind any alumni or staff that you know to register at www.jt50.ca. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
Remember Class of '89, you can celebrate both the 50th anniversary of John Taylor and the 25th anniversary of your graduation.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Big Sand Print & Design
Club 3D (Georgie's)
Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
Intrepid Dezine
LM Architectural Group
Marquette Homes
Silver Heights Restaurant
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor History - We need your help
The JT50 Reunion Committee is putting together a school history. Thanks to everyone that has helped fill in many of the blanks - but still need the following student positions/awards:
2003-04
Governor General Medal __________
2002-03
Governor General Medal __________
2000-01
Valedictorian __________
School President __________
Governor General Medal __________
1997-98
Governor General Medal __________
1995-96
Governor General Medal __________
1988-89
Valedictorian __________
School President __________
1984-85
School President __________
Governor General Medal __________
1983-84
School President __________
Male Athlete __________
Female Athlete __________
1981-82
School President __________
1976-77
School President __________
1975-76
School President __________
1968-69
School President __________
Valedictorian __________
1967-68
Valedictorian __________
1966-67
Valedictorian __________
1965-66
Male Athlete __________
Valedictorian __________
Please email Scott Lockhart at slockhart@sjsd.net if you have any of this information.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
Construction and first day
Back in late 1963 a group of us would frequently check out the construction of our new school. When the workers were not there we walked on the gymnasium floor before the walls were in place. It was an impressive huge sheet of concrete.
On the first day there were no desks and we all had to sit on the floor. The lunch room and vending machines were under the gym.
- Jim Smith (1967)
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
· JT clothing
· Uniforms
· Grad programs
· Yearbooks
· etc?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info. Thanks to all that have come forward with memorabilia - keep it coming!
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Saturday Night Fever - Dinner and Dance
RBC Convention Centre
Saturday, May 17th @ 6PM
Tickets are selling briskly for the main event of the reunion. We are projecting attendance approaching 1,000 people! When you purchase your tickets, you can join people you know (names of people booked at each table are displayed). Tables seat 10 - you can purchase a whole table and provide names later by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca. Tables are filling up and capacity is limited.
Friday Night Social
TYC Event Centre, Canad Inns Polo Park
Friday, May 16th - 9PM to 1 A.M.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to reconnect with alumni from all years at a traditional Manitoba Social. Four JT Alumni bands will be hitting the stage - Everyone but Larry, Matrix, The Proud Sons and Whole Lotta Angus will be keeping the place rocking. This venue includes large connected spaces and an outdoor lounge and patio. Lots of options to party, dance or have a quiet conversation. Tickets are on sale now - capacity is limited. Looks like we will have 1,000 people out to this one too!
Buy tickets and register for free events.
Let's Get Registered Alumni and Staff to 1,200 - Class of '89 Gets a "Two-fer"!
Currently we have nearly 900 alumni and staff registered as participants in the reunion. We want to make sure that all alumni and staff (past and present) know about the reunion. Please take another look at your contact list and help us to continue spreading the word - remind any alumni or staff that you know to register at www.jt50.ca. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
Remember Class of '89, you can celebrate both the 50th anniversary of John Taylor and the 25th anniversary of your graduation.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Many thanks to all who have committed to financial support of our reunion:
Big Sand Print & Design
Club 3D (Georgie's)
Kevin Joelson and Associates of Ethos Realty
Intrepid Dezine
LM Architectural Group
Marquette Homes
Silver Heights Restaurant
Why not consider helping us with sponsorship support? You don't have to be a business, how about a sports team or group of alumni (creatively named groups are welcome). Membership has its privileges - all those who provide sponsorship will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, on the JT50 website and during reunion events.
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net.
John Taylor History - We need your help
The JT50 Reunion Committee is putting together a school history. Thanks to everyone that has helped fill in many of the blanks - but still need the following student positions/awards:
2003-04
Governor General Medal __________
2002-03
Governor General Medal __________
2000-01
Valedictorian __________
School President __________
Governor General Medal __________
1997-98
Governor General Medal __________
1995-96
Governor General Medal __________
1988-89
Valedictorian __________
School President __________
1984-85
School President __________
Governor General Medal __________
1983-84
School President __________
Male Athlete __________
Female Athlete __________
1981-82
School President __________
1976-77
School President __________
1975-76
School President __________
1968-69
School President __________
Valedictorian __________
1967-68
Valedictorian __________
1966-67
Valedictorian __________
1965-66
Male Athlete __________
Valedictorian __________
Please email Scott Lockhart at slockhart@sjsd.net if you have any of this information.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
Construction and first day
Back in late 1963 a group of us would frequently check out the construction of our new school. When the workers were not there we walked on the gymnasium floor before the walls were in place. It was an impressive huge sheet of concrete.
On the first day there were no desks and we all had to sit on the floor. The lunch room and vending machines were under the gym.
- Jim Smith (1967)
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
· JT clothing
· Uniforms
· Grad programs
· Yearbooks
· etc?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info. Thanks to all that have come forward with memorabilia - keep it coming!
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Monday, March 17, 2014
Only 63 days to JT50 - Time to get Organized!
Greetings!
Hello Alumni and Staff Members!
The JT50 Reunion Committee has partnered with EventIQ to provide you with flexibility in organizing your reunion experience. You can buy tickets for the Friday Social and Saturday Dinner & Dance, purchase JT50 memorabilia and register for the numerous free events and activities. The site allows you to make multiple visits to purchase tickets or confirm attendance at any of the events.
The main event of the weekend is the Saturday Night Fever dinner and dance to be held at the RBC Convention Centre on Saturday, May 17th commencing at 6:00 PM. Bring your dancing shoes and prepare to stay up late! A few important points when buying your tickets:
Select your table
When you purchase tickets for this event you can select the table that you will sit at. If others are at the table you will be able to see their names. Once you have booked a table, you can let your friends know your table number and they can join you - provided that seats are available - as availability is first come, first serve.
Purchase tickets and confirm names later
You can purchase extra tickets (even whole tables) and let us know who will be joining you later. Simply enter "TBD" as the first and last names to complete the purchase of the extra tickets and email Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca once you know who will be sitting there. This is a great way to make sure that you are seated with friends and family.
Change Names
Provided you purchased the tickets, you can change the names of your dinner guest by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca with the changes.
Tables are beginning to book quickly and we expect that table choices will start to become limited.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
School Spirit
Back in the late 70's the student council had come up with Home Room of the Year to help build school spirit. Homerooms would vie for the honour by decorating their rooms on special occasions and doing things that related to their group. One year my homeroom was the senior band comprised of about 80 students. (Obviously, attendance reporting was one of the challenges.) The SC decided homerooms should try and come up with a slogan that would be emblematic of their group. I cajoled the band for several weeks to come up with some ideas. Although we had many talented students in that group we had difficultly coming up with a good idea. Some of the ideas that did surface were not really appropriate. One of the more popular TV shows of the time was 'Three's Company'. We finally decided on 'Three's Company.....but 80's an Orgy!'. Surprisingly, our class was named Home Room of the Year!
- Ross Shaver (2001)
Tell An Alumni or Staff Member
Please help us to continue spreading the word - remind any alumni or staff you know to register at www.jt50.ca. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net. All sponsors will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, the JT50 website and during reunion events.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
Buy Tickets and Register for Free Events.
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
Hello Alumni and Staff Members!
The JT50 Reunion Committee has partnered with EventIQ to provide you with flexibility in organizing your reunion experience. You can buy tickets for the Friday Social and Saturday Dinner & Dance, purchase JT50 memorabilia and register for the numerous free events and activities. The site allows you to make multiple visits to purchase tickets or confirm attendance at any of the events.
The main event of the weekend is the Saturday Night Fever dinner and dance to be held at the RBC Convention Centre on Saturday, May 17th commencing at 6:00 PM. Bring your dancing shoes and prepare to stay up late! A few important points when buying your tickets:
Select your table
When you purchase tickets for this event you can select the table that you will sit at. If others are at the table you will be able to see their names. Once you have booked a table, you can let your friends know your table number and they can join you - provided that seats are available - as availability is first come, first serve.
Purchase tickets and confirm names later
You can purchase extra tickets (even whole tables) and let us know who will be joining you later. Simply enter "TBD" as the first and last names to complete the purchase of the extra tickets and email Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca once you know who will be sitting there. This is a great way to make sure that you are seated with friends and family.
Change Names
Provided you purchased the tickets, you can change the names of your dinner guest by emailing Arlene Billeck at babilleck@shaw.ca with the changes.
Tables are beginning to book quickly and we expect that table choices will start to become limited.
JT50 Story Hub
The following is a story from the JT50 Story Hub. Go to www.jt50.ca/storyhub/ to read more or submit your own story about your JT days.
School Spirit
Back in the late 70's the student council had come up with Home Room of the Year to help build school spirit. Homerooms would vie for the honour by decorating their rooms on special occasions and doing things that related to their group. One year my homeroom was the senior band comprised of about 80 students. (Obviously, attendance reporting was one of the challenges.) The SC decided homerooms should try and come up with a slogan that would be emblematic of their group. I cajoled the band for several weeks to come up with some ideas. Although we had many talented students in that group we had difficultly coming up with a good idea. Some of the ideas that did surface were not really appropriate. One of the more popular TV shows of the time was 'Three's Company'. We finally decided on 'Three's Company.....but 80's an Orgy!'. Surprisingly, our class was named Home Room of the Year!
- Ross Shaver (2001)
Tell An Alumni or Staff Member
Please help us to continue spreading the word - remind any alumni or staff you know to register at www.jt50.ca. You can use our email tool at http://www.jt50.ca/tell-a-friend/.
We Need Your Memorabilia
Do you have any John Taylor memorabilia tucked away in that keepsake box or at the back of that closet that you would be willing to lend us?
- JT clothing
- Uniforms
- Grad programs
- Yearbooks
- etc?
Please contact Melanie Paragg at mparagg@sjsd.net. Make sure your item is labelled with your name and contact info.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you or your business can assist by sponsoring one of the JT50 events please contact Rennie Zegalski at zegalski@mts.net. All sponsors will receive recognition in JT50 printed material, the JT50 website and during reunion events.
John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund
Why not leave a lasting mark on John Taylor's 50th anniversary celebration by making a donation to the John Taylor Alumni Scholarship Fund? You can make a donation by clicking the image below:
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Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
JT50 Administration
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