Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
Monday January 26, 2015


MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:
Tomorrow: Tuesday January 27 – 5:45 to 7:30 p.m.
PARKLAND SPIRIT GAME!Be there...

Grade 11s: Would you like to go to New York for two weeks this July? Victoria Odd Fellows accepting applications from students to participate in a speech-off in February. Application deadline: January 31. Please see Ms. Anderson for more info.

NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS: LAST DAY FOR COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS FOR SEMESTER TWO IS: February 5. Pick up course change request form at front office.

PARKLAND GRAD 2015 THRIFTY'S FUNDRAISING SMILE CARDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP AT THE FRONT OFFICE.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: YEARBOOK LIST IS POSTED ON FRONT OFFICE WINDOW. If your name is NOT on the list, you have not ordered yearbook. Please check list, and get orders in ASAP - list is closing soon.See Mrs. Wigbers at front office.

MUSICAL THEATRE TICKETS now ON SALE! Once Upon A Mattress, February 11 to 14, @ 7 p.m.; tickets $12 each.

PING PONG CLUB MEETS EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY at lunch in Rm 208.

MAGIC WAND: OUTFITS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING  - Boutique weekend March 14, 15, 2015. Borrow a grad dress or tuxedo! Email or call for appointment – see Grad Board.

ATTENTION ALL GRADS: All grad-related info is posted on GRAD 2015 NOTICE BOARD. Info on grad wear details coming up! Make sure you are on Grad Facebook or email list!

SPORTS, TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:
Congratulations to the Senior Boys Baskeball team for placing third at the McRoberts Tournament this past weekend. The following players received "Player Of The Game" awards: Harrison Archdekin, Bryce Isfeld and Russell Bennett. As well, Harrison Archdekin was named to the "All-Star" team. Please come out and show your support at the spirit game on Tuesday.

INTRAMURAL : new schedule coming soon

Intramural Dodgeball entry forms for JR and SR teams are available in the gym for students who want to play in the league. Get your entry forms in!

REGISTER FOR TC 10k: EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS January 31 – sign up & join Parkland Pant'er team. See large rolling notice board for info.

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS & COMPETITIONS: see MR. CHOO
Any students of any grade planning to major in Psychology at UVic should speak with Mr. Choo about some little known math requirements.

Any grade 12s planning to apply for the UVic Gustavson School of Business should speak with Mr. Choo immediately about the supplemental application.

Students related to BCGEU members can apply for a $3000 scholarship for post-secondary full time, & $2000 for part-time studies.  Deadline: Friday, Feb 27th.  Ask Mr. Choo for details.

Royal Bank  Aboriginal Students scholarships worth up to $4000 per academic year for students that are status, non-status, Inuit or Metis.  Deadline: February 28th. See Mr. Choo.

Grade 12s: any online courses required to complete your grad program must be done by April 15th, 2015. Please meet with Mr. Choo if uncertain of your grad status.

CAREER CENTRE NEWS:  please see Ms. McNamee with any queries
All students wanting to go to the Lavender Farm for a familiarization visit come to the career center Tuesday JANUARY 27 at Lunch.

JOB OPENING: SIDNEY / NORTH SAANICH LIBRARY: Duties include shelving, routine library tasks. Deadline TODAY : Mon Jan 26,  @ 4 p.m.

College Pro Painters is looking for young motivated students who want to gain experience in marketing, and earn money based on work & performance. 6 hours per week minimum; MAY INCLUDE evenings; $15 per lead (average starting but gets better with practice!); must have means of transportation; See notice board outside Ms. McNamee office for more info.

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING Training Program at Northern Lights College – intake February & September. Poster outside Career Centre.

PLUMBING:  Sidney Plumbing is looking for a work experience student with a keen interest in the Plumbing trade. Please see Ms. McNamee for application details.

Naval Reserve Open House - Saturday, January 31st, 2015. Free event includes boat rides & ship tours. Event showcases each trade & what it means to join the Reserves. FIRST TIME IN TEN YEARS THAT HMCS MALAHAT HAS OPENED FOR PUBLIC EVENT!

BE JOB READY! RESUME  & INTERVIEW SKILLS WORKSHOP - All students, 14-18, WELCOME; Friday Feb 13th, @ Shoal Centre;  2 - 4:00 p.m.

SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND SKILLS CANADA REGIONAL CONTEST: takes place at Camosun College Friday February 17, 2015. See Ms. McNamee for details if interested.

YOUTH JOB FAIR Friday February 20th ( Pro D day) – from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn about employment & volunteer opportunities in Sidney. Businesses, educational institutions & youth agencies will all be present. More info to come!!

PLAN AHEAD FOR 3RD ANNUAL AVIATION CAREER DAY: Saturday Feb 21, from 10 to 3 @ B.C. AVIATION MUSEUM, Sidney, B.C.  “The sky's the limit” corporate employers & post
 secondary educators will be represented . See you there!

So you think you want to be a Doctor?? Come find out more at one of UVIC's info sessions.Wednesday February 25, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.,  Room MSB 150 in the Medical Science Building @ UVIC. See Information board outside Ms. McNamee Office

   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 : MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY MORNINGS.

AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING SUPPORT: Wednesday & Friday, after school, Rm 204.

PARKLAND CAFETERIA:NOW OPEN
please see daily menu and specials posted in CAFETERIA
SPECIALS
5 types PIZZA: Pepperoni, Mexican Chicken, Hawaiian, Beef Feta, Veggie
Beef & Broccoli
Grilled Ham and Cheese
Breakfast Buns    -    Hot Dogs
SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Caulifower Cheddar Soup
Cold Sandwiches
Broccoli Buffet
Yogurt and Granola
BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Instant Happiness Squares
Morning Glory Muffins
Cheese Scones    -    Carrot Cake

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.