Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
Thursday October 16, 2014

October : CANADIAN LIBRARY AND WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH!

MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

Any students interested in taking part in BC Hydro Energy Ambassador Program, see Ms. Dibblee to sign up before Wed Oct 22. This is an opportunity to work with students from Parkland & around the district on energy conservation & education issues.

Attention all international students: Applications for the Vancouver trip are now available in the International office. Get yours today.

The Parkland Book Club will be having their first meeting on Friday at Lunch in the Learning Commons" Bring your copy of "The Giver"!
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WELCOME BACK, MR. OHL In the International Program, and WELCOME new teachers Tyler Thomas (Earth Science) and Donal Duncan (Math).

New CHATTERHIGH COMPETITION is under way – we need both staff and students to sigh up and start earning points for Parkland. Let's beat Claremont! Got to Chatterhigh.com and start earning for your school!
 
WANTED: wool or knitting needles for students starting knitting club, making items for scarves, toques, & blankets charity donation. Please see Ms. Hackman or Ms. March.

KNITTING FOR THE HOMELESS: Livnig homeless, especially during the winter months, is a nard reality for some. If you know how to knot, or are willing to learn, join us Thursdays @ lunch, in room 212, and help warm the homeless!

Arts in the Schools Fundraiser Parkland School Jazz Band is proud to participate in the 2nd Annual ArtSea Festival Gala Concert - Friday, Oct 24th at 7 p.m. in Charlie White Theatre in Sidney. Event features show tunes from Sidney Concert Band, dance performances from Allegro Performing Arts Academy and a rousing finale from Parkland School's Jazz Band. Proceeds from the concert help to support music & arts education in School District 63. Tickets: Mary Winspear Centre Box Office @ 250-656-0275 or online at www.marywinspear.ca. Ticket price of $15 includes light refreshments.  

SATURDAY OCTOBER 25 – PUMPKINS ON THE PIER – Parkland musicians playing!

PLEASE PICK UP YOUR SCHOOL BUS PASS TODAY! Drivers will soon be looking for them.

MATH & SCIENCE WORKBOOKS, and STUDENT AGENDAS AVAILABLE FOR SALE AT FRONT ACCOUNTS OFFICE. Please see Mrs. Wigbers, Monday to Thursday only.

OSEF EUROPEAN SUMMER EXCHANGE applications now open. Please check website www.osef.ca for upcoming info meetings. Applications accepted, until April, for exchange trips.See front office window & announcement board .

SPORTS, TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TRY OUT TONIGHT: Thursday this week, at 7 p.m., in the GYM.

The Sr Boys Volleyball team were in action last night hosting Esquimalt, Claremont and Stelly's. The team ended up winning 4 games and losing 2. The team sits in second place in the league with 12 wins and 4 losses.

INTRAMURAL SCHEDULE: this week AT LUNCH
Thursday October 16 – Jonny Cayou's team versus Matt Evans team

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS & COMPETITIONS: see MR. CHOO

The LORAN scholarship now available for students with an 85% average demonstration of extraordinary character, service, & leadership. LORAN is valued at up to $100,000; school deadline: October 17th. See Mr. Choo.

CAREER CENTRE NEWS:  please see Ms. McNamee

ALL STUDENTS WHO HAVE WORK EXPERIENCE 12A OR 12B ON THEIR TIMETABLE, & WHO HAVE NOT YET MET WITH MS. MCNAMEE, PLEASE SEE HER TODAY. Urgent!

Business Program Info Night @ CAMOSUN:
Show me Business! Join us on November 20, 2014 @ Interurban Campus 5:30 start time. Centre for Business & Access Building, 2nd Floor Atrium.Free event open to everyone, provides a unique opportunity for those interested in attending the School of Business @ Camosun to find out more about our full-time, part-time & degree programs. An easy & convenient way to get lots of information & explore all the School of Business has to offer! Our one purpose: answering all your questions about college options!

Attention Grade 11 & 12 students interest in a career in Healthcare or Pharmacy: employment opportunity at a local Pharmacy evenings or weekends starts soon. If you are interested in Health Field career, please see Ms. McNamee ASAP.

CHAPTERS AND INDIGO JOB FAIR – retail sales – are you passionate about books? Chapters / Indogo may be the right fit for you! call: Shauna at 250-708-2442.

CENTRE FOR SPORT & EXERCISE ED at Camosun is having an info session for students interested in their programs – TONIGHT THURS OCT 16 & THURS NOV 20. See Ms. McNamee for info.

   MUSIC REHEARSALS before school in the mornings:
     Rehearsal Schedule: Mon (7-8:15am) - Jazz Band; Tues (7-8:15am) - Senior Concert  
   ;  Wed (7-8:15am) - Jazz Band;  Thurs (7-8:15am) - Senior Concert; Fri (7-8:15am) - Choir .

WEEKLY – ALL YEAR:
BAGEL BREAKFAST: BAGELS/JUICE : check near blue tables each morning.

AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING SUPPORT: starts TODAY Wednesday October 8, each Wednesday and Friday,  after school, in Learning Services Room 204.


PARKLAND CAFETERIA:NOW OPEN
please see daily menu and specials posted in CAFETERIA
SPECIALS
Baron of Beef and Fries
Pad Thai
Hot Dogs
Breakfast Buns

SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Lentil Soup
Cold Sandwiches
Chicken Caesar Wraps
Black Bean with Rice
Yogurt & Granola

BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Nanaimo Bars
Banana Choclate Chip Muffins
Orange Chocolate Chip Scones
Pizza Pretzels

note: pre-paid cafeteria lunch cards can be purchased from Cafeteria.
 If you would like to use a Debit or Credit Card, purchase at front office. Each card $50 value.