Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:
Thursday March 6, 2014


MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:
ALL GRADS: Grad Assembly this week – Thurs March 6, Block B, Theatre. This is an important assembly about graduation qualifications, preparation and grad events registration. Please attend!

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

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;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.

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

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

Attention all student athletes:  On Thursday April 3rd at lunch in room 114, we will be hosting an information session on Row To The Podium.  If you are interested in finding out if you have what it takes to be an Olympic rower, please come to the session.  There will be a podium search event held at PISE on May 25th so come to the meeting to find out more information. 

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