Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:
Wednesday March 5, 2014


MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

Attention all Track and Field athletes, please meet in the gym tomorrow THURSDAY at 3:20pm for a team picture.  Practice to follow 3:30-5:00, rain or shine, so dress appropriately. 

ALL GRADS: Grad Assembly this week – Thurs March 6, Block B, Theatre. Please attend!

Learning Commons news: a key was found. See Ms. Allen to claim.
Julia Hinse, see Ms. Allen. Reserve ready for Yasmin De Silva

REMINDER TO ALL STUDENTS: Course selection forms deadline FRIDAY. Hand in at front office.


NOTICES FOR ALL GRADS:
All Grade 12 students takingonline courses required for graduation should let Mr. Choo know a.s.a.p. how close you are to completion. Participation in grad recognition ceremony may depend on course completion.
More than 10 Grade 12 students do not have enough course credits to graduate. Please meet with Mr. Choo today to develop a plan. List is posted outside his office.

North Saanich Middle School is welcoming students from Japan: March 22nd to March 26th. We are still looking for two host families. Families receive $32/student per day. Hosting for the Global Friendships Program is a wonderful way to share our Canadian culture and learn about Japan. If you are a family with no pets, and are interested in hosting please contact Jessica at jtamburino@sd63.bc.ca or 250-656-1129.

GRADS: MAGIC WAND IS AN ECOFRIENDLY, INEXPENSIVE ALTERNATIVE TO GRAD OUTFITS FOR MALES & FEMALES. Please email for appointment, to try outfits.

FRIDAY MARCH 7 IS THE LAST DAY BEFORE our two week SPRING BREAK. See everyone back March 24!

PARKLAND SEEKING positive, upbeat, DAILY MUSIC for morning start; commitment one day per week. Please see Mr. Buckham to get involved.

ANNUAL FESTIVAL DE LA FRANCOPHONE: CENTENNIAL SQUARE: Music, Dance, family activities. Thursday March 6 to Sunday March 9, from noon on daily.

Important meeting for all International students @ lunch in the theater on TUESDAY MARCH 25, 2014.

All students welcome to join SEA CADETS: sailing, first aid, team sports, music, public speaking, leadership, summer camps, international travel.... New friends, NEW challenges!

SPORTS, TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:
Track and Field practice: Thursday from 3:30pm-5:00pm. Meet on the track.  Remember: see Mrs. Stokes @ break, Rm 210 for your forms. 

INTRAMURAL DODGEBALL SCHEDULE:
WEDNESDAY MARCH 5 – Team Loftus versus Morgan's team
THURSDAY MARCH 6 – Spencer's team versus Team Loftus

All Girls interested in playing soccer this year, please see Ms. Dibblee asap. Try-outs run THURSDAY March 6 from 3:15 to 5. Bring runners & cleats.

All students interested in SCHOOL BIKE LEAGUE – SIGN UP AND REGISTRATION FOR UPCOMING EVENTS, including BIKE JAM now open. Events from Tuesday April 8 to Tuesday June 2. Register on-line:www.schoolbikeleague.com Poster up on front foyer board.

Peninsula Box Lacrosse 2014 Registration at www.penlax.com. Assessments take place soon & season starts after spring break. Open to players aged 5-16. Play the fastest game on two feet

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS & COMPETITIONS: see Mr. Choo