Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
Friday February 13, 2015

MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

MUSICAL THEATRE TICKETS are going to sell out!!  Once Upon A Mattress, this week - only February 13 & 14 tickets remaining; show starts @ 7 p.m.; tickets $12 each.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 14 - PARKLAND JR GIRLS BASKETBALL - Car Wash Fundraiser @ SPELT'S GARAGE, Central Saanich, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..

HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR YEARBOOK? . If your name is NOT listed,
on yearbook list posted at front office, you have not ordered yearbook. Please see Mrs. Wigbers, Monday to Thursday, place your order and pay!

List of grade 12s missing information about grad requirements is attached to Grad Board. If your name is on the list, please meet with Mr. Choo to check 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:

The JR GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM won their Playoff game Wednesday over Mt. Doug!  Final score 81-39. Coach Green stated  "Arianne, Emma and Sara led the team as top scorers. Emma earned MVP, and every player really stepped it up "!

Today our JR GIRLS Basketball team play for City Championship's against Oak Bay. Game starts at 4 PM at Central Middle School (1280 Fort Street). GOOD LUCK GIRLS! Thanks to all the fans for their support this season - hope to see you today for one last game in town.

JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM won Tuesday; beat Spectrum by 22 points. JR BOYS played Thursday at Lambrick . RESULTS: __________Go Parkland!Do your coaches & school proud with your best team effort each game, & have fun!

Congratulations to Senior Boys Basketball team for winning the "AAA" league - 9 wins and 1 loss. They will now host the South Islands Playoff on Thursday, February 19th & Friday, February 20th. They will also host the "AAA" Islands from Thursday, February 26th to Saturday, February 28th. Top three teams from the Island qualify for the Provincials. Please come out and show your school spirit and support the team!

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

Girls Soccer Try-Outs will start next Tuesday and Wednesday after school from 3:30-5. Please bring runners and cleats. Interested girls in grades 9-12 are welcome. See Ms. Dibblee if you want to play and can not make try-outs.

INTRAMURAL : DODGEBALL SCHEDULE
Monday Feb 16 - Richard's team versus Russell's team
Tuesday Feb 17 - Josh's team versus 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

A UVic advisor wil be available at Parkland next Tuesday, February 17th for individual appointments from 8:30 to 11: 30 about admission, programs, scholarships, etc. Sign up for an appointment on Mr. Choo's door.

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

Longview Farms: Looking for students THIS WEEKEND to pick Daffodils at Longview Farms. The average worker can make between $80-100 per day. Need Boots and Rain gear! See Ms. McNamee TODAY.

FOR ALL CAREER INFORMATION AND NEWS--CHECK THE WEB PAGE!!!!!    Information about Jobs, Events, Open Houses and Volunteer Opportunities posted Daily.  Please subscribe!

Business Program Information Night at Camosun
"Show me Business" - Thursday February 19th at the Interurban Campus.
Free event that provides a unique opportunity for those interested in attending the School of Business.  An easy and convient way to get lots of information and explore all the the School of Business has to offer.

SAILOR FOR A WEEK At HMCS MALAHAT from 16 to 20st, March  2015 (Spring Break). See Ms McNamee for more details.

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!

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.

SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND SKILLS CANADA REGIONAL CONTEST: takes place at Camosun College Friday February 27, 2015. See Ms. McNamee for details if interested.

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
Eggs Benny Platters
Hot Dogs
Soft Tacos
Grilled Turkey on Rye

SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Beef Barley Soup
Fruit Salad

BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Sunny Lemon Squares
Chocolate Expresso Muffins
Cheese & Dill Scones
Cinnamon Buns

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.