Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
Thursday Jan 29, 2015


MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

Help us welcome new international students for semester 2. Volunteers wanted for an orientation on Tuesday, Feb 3 from 9 to 11:30. Please see Ms. Anderson in the counselling office if you can help out.

Attention all INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Whistler Spring ski trip is coming up fast. Deadline for applications: next Monday, Feb 2, 2015.

EXAM WEEK: Looking for a place to keep calm, and relax before exams? Quiet room will be available in Mr. Tudela's room (210) from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. ,and 12:15 p.m.  to 12:45 p.m., with an activity running at 8:30 and 12:30. Not sure if the quiet room is for you? There will also be a sampler table set up in the learning commons.

Thanks to all the Parkland supporters for turning a basketball game into a Spirit Event Tuesday night! The stands were full, the SR Boys beat Stelly's by a substantial number of points , the elementary half time game was so cute, the band was great, and Parkland Pride was super strong. Way to go!!

ALL PARKLAND GIRLS: Are you interested in Rugby? Please come out to a very important meeting: Friday Jan 30 @ lunch, Rm 113.

ALL GRADS: grads need to complete their Grad Transition Plan by March 6th!  Ms. Hackman will be in the career centre during exam week : Thursday from 12 to 2 and Friday from 10 to noon, if you need assistance.

PLEASE NOTE: CAFETERIA IS THIS WEEK, BUT IS CLOSED ALL OF EXAM WEEK. Students and staff be sure to bring your own snacks and lunches!

Notice to all past woodworking students: Mr. Caddell will be recycling any old unclaimed projects during exam week.  Please claim any old projects ASAP!

Grade 11s: Would you like to go to New York for two weeks this July? Victoria Odd Fellows accepting applications from students for 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.

SPORTS, TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:

The JR Girls Basketball Team won their game against Claremont last evening 50-42! It was a great Team effort at home court with Claremont trailing the entire game!  

Giant congratulations to the Senior Boys Basketball team for their win Tuesday night over Stelly's at the Parkland Spirit Game event! Big thanks also to all those students who showed up to support your team! And special thanks to the Junior Boys Basketball team, and Mr. Buckham, for their assistance and support!

INTRAMURAL : new schedule coming soon

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. HAVE YOU STARTED YOUR ONLINE COURSE YET? Please meet with Mr. Choo immediately to check your grad status.

CAREER CENTRE NEWS:  please see Ms. McNamee with any queries

PACIFIC DESIGN ACADEMY Open House: TONIGHT Thursday January 29, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1252 Wharf Street, Victoria. Learn all about your future career in design. Are you the creative type? Interior design, graphic design, acting, sound, photography, film. Check it out!

Naval Reserve Open House – THIS SATURDAY - Saturday, January 31st, 2015. Free event includes boat rides & ship tours. FIRST TIME IN TEN YEARS THAT HMCS MALAHAT HAS OPENED FOR PUBLIC EVENT!

TIM HORTON'S JOB FAIR: Tuesday February 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; @ GT Hiritng Solutions. Hiring for new 24 hour restaurant opening in March 2015, downtown.
See posters on Career Centre boards for more information.

Another Library Job! Sidney Library is looking for another student! Duties include shelving materials and routine library tasks. After school hours. Rate of pay is $10.25 per hour. Job application deadline closes on Feb 6th.See New Posting outside the Career Office.

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  all 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

STUDY AND GO ABROAD EVENT takes place in Vancouver, February 25 - @ Vancouver Convention Centre. See posters outside Career Centre if you are interested in travel, gap year education and volunteering, scholarship assistance and more. Free event.

GOTTACON is being held on Friday February 27th this year at the Victoria Convention Centre. This is a great opportunity for students interested in careers related to computer gaming. Mark this date on your calendar!

College Pro Painters is looking for young motivated students 6 hours per week minimum; MAY INCLUDE evenings; $15 per lead ; must have own 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.

   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
Baron of Beef & Fries
Clubhouse Sandwiches
Chinese Pork with Veggies
Breakfast Buns
Grilled Cheese
Hot Dogs

SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Jambalaya Soup
Cold Sandwiches
Macaroni Salad
Yogurt & Granola

BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Expresso Chocolate Chip Muffins
Cranberry 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.