Mr. Honer's Science 9 class helped clear away invasive ivy as part of their place-based learning project.  Parkland is so lucky to be mere metres from both the forest and the ocean!

Congratulations to Jenny Wang (Parkland Grad 2020) who has received a total of $27,500 in scholarships!  Thank you to the generous donors for the following scholarships: 

We are very proud of Jenny and would like to remind all grade 12 students that there are many scholarships available.  Please see Mr. Choo if you have any questions.

The Saanich School District has a huge array of career pathways available to students.  In many cases the first year of a post secondary career pathway is paid for!  Find out more on January 28th at 7pm.  To register click here.

The Saanich School District remains committed to wellness and the promotion of positive health in our schools and communities.  In an effort to support mental wellness and social-emotional learning, we will be issuing monthly snapshots, intended as an invitation to learn together as we foster and promote positive health in our own lives, and the lives of those around us.  Please follow the link to access our January Snapshot on Mental Health Literacy, a topic connected to the upcoming Bell Let's Talk Day on January 28th.

Staff at Parkland hope you have a safe and restful holiday.  Undoubtedly it will be a different sort of winter break with families staying close to home in their own safe bubbles.  Instead of sunny beaches, busy ski hills and social gatherings it may be more like Netflix marathons, board games and hikes with close friends.  As Bonnie Henry says, "we all have to do our part".  From our Panther family to yours--stay safe, stay healthy and see you in 2021.  We see hope on the horizon!

Parkland students sponsored a number of community support initiatives leading up to the holidays.  Grade 11 Leadership Student Laura Pettinger organized the Food Drive which brought in 4459 food items and $2047 in cash.  Way to go Parkland community!  Grade 11 Leadership students Anika Updegrove and Hailey Gordon collected 6 large boxes filled with backpacks, toiletries, and winter clothes for Where the Heart Is Foundation that supports the homeless population.  A big thank you to the Parkland community for your generosity!

Career Programs in our District have been active this month.  Have a look at the newsletter and see if there are opportunities there that interest you.  Save the date (Thursday January 28th 7pm) for an info session on these programs and more.