Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
wednesday february 11, 2015


MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

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

ALL STUDENTS: please check YEARBOOK LIST POSTED ON FRONT OFFICE WINDOW. If your name is NOT listed, you have not ordered yearbook.See Mrs. Wigbers, ASAP.

Grade 12s: list of grade 12s that need to provide missing information about their graduation requirements is attached to Grad Board. If your name is on the list, please meet with Mr. Choo ASAP to let him know your progress and grad status.

ALL GRADS must complete Grad Transition Plan by March 6th! Please see Ms. Hackman if you need assistance.

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

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:

Attention Girls Rugby Players.  There will be an important practice this Friday after school at 2:00.  You will need to bring cleats, practice clothing and a mouth guard if you have one.  Please see Mr. Sutton in the gym for the forms before Friday.

SCHEDULE THIS WEEK FOR JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL:
Junior Boys team is involved all week in City Championships - good luck team! Do your coaches and your school proud with your best team effort each game,  and have fun!

Congratulations to Harrison Archdekin & Bryce Isfeld for being selected to the Vancouver Island Seniors Classic All-Star Game. Harrison will represent the South Island Boys "A" Team Roster & Bryce will represent the South Island Boys "B" Team Roster on March 28th at Spectrum School.

GIANT  thank you to Ms Chicanot, the junior boys basketball team, the parents  and all the teachers that came to Claremont and cheered us to victory over Claremont on Friday. The junior girls basketball team is very very thankful for all the support we are getting from everyone.

The Junior Girls Basketball Team play Mt. Doug today, Wdnesday February 11, @ 5:45 pm at Claremont school. If successful, the girls will play for 1st or 2nd place at the City Championships on Friday 4:00pm at Central school. The Team truly appreciated all of the support from fellow Students and Parkland Teachers at their last game. What an amazing turn out of fans!  Your support has helped the Team move up the ranks, as they are now 4th in the Province! Hope to see some of you there Tonight or Friday.

INTRAMURAL : DODGEBALL SCHEDULE
Monday Feb 16 - Richard's team versus Russell's team
Tuesday Feb 17 - Josh's team ersus Melhman's team
Wednesday Feb 18 - Jonny's team versus Sayrill's team
Thursday Feb 19 - Avery's team versus Sayril's team

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 12's: any online courses required to complete grad program must be done by April 15th, 2015. HAVE YOU STARTED YOUR ONLINE COURSE YET? See Mr. Choo.

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

Part time dishwasher JOB AVAILABLE that could lead to more full time summer work at Yacht Club. See Ms. McNamee ASAP if you are interested!

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”  See you there!

So you want to be a Doctor? UVIC's info session, Wednesday February 25, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.,  Rm MSB 150 in Medical Science Building. See Careers info board.

STUDY AND GO ABROAD EVENT :Vancouver, February 25 - @ Vancouver Convention Centre. If you are interested in travel, gap year education and volunteering, scholarship assistance and more adventures, this is for you! Free event.

GOTTACON: Friday February 27th at Victoria Convention Centre. Great opportunity for students interested in careers related to computer gaming. See you there.

   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:
please see daily menu and specials posted in CAFETERIA
SPECIALS
Lasagna & Garlic Bread
Pad Thai
Hot Dogs
Breakfast Buns

SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Cold Sandwiches
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
Instant Happiness
Maple Pecan Muffins
 Cranberry Scone
Pepperoni Sticks

BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS


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.