Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
Monday February 16, 2015

MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

REPORT CARDS DISTRIBUTED IN TAG TODAY -if you miss TAG, please pick up at break, lunch or after school only.

Reminder to all stagecraft students to meet in the theatre Tuesday afternoon at 3:15 p.m. to remove the set.

All students in Ms. Stinson's Biology 11 class from Semester 1, important aquarium field trip meeting at lunch TUESDAY in room 102.  Students who would like to attend Vancouver Aquarium field trip must attend.

PENINSULA DRY GRAD MEETING - 7 to 9 p.m., Learning Centre, Tuesday February 17.

YOUTHSPACE.CA: non-judgemental crisis response and emotional support; open from 6 p.m. to midnight; based in Victoria: www.youthspace.ca and @youthspace.ca or support@youthspace.ca.

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

GRAD ASSEMBLY: Block B, Thursday February 19 - don't miss it!

ISLAND SERIES JUDO TOURNAMENT - Saturday February 21, 2015.

SENIOR BAND BOTTLE DRIVE - SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2015.

ANTI-BULLYING DAY - WEDNESDAY FEB 25 - GET YOUR PINK ON!

COURSE SELECTION FAIR & COURSE SELECTION -  adjusted schedule - THURSDAY FEB 26.

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL GAME AND SPIRIT GAME - THURSDAY FEBRUARY 26.

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 ended their amazing season in 2nd place at City Championships. Final 77-59 for Oak Bay.
Top Scorers: Arianne (33 points/MVP of the game), Lauren (14 points/Outstanding hustle), and Emma (5 points/Incredible blocks).The whole team played with true grit and made Coaches, Families and Fans extremely proud! The team's GOAL has always been to win Island Championships which is held in Nanaimo later this week. The team is well on their way to reaching their goal with continued Hard work, Determination and the Expert Coaching Staff of Larry and Stasia! Many Thanks to all of their Fundraising Supporters who helped the team raise over $1200.00 at their car wash on Saturday! This will help the Girl's get to Provincials.
JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM lost the last game of their season - but had a good year all round. Thanks for representing Parkland so well!

Congratulations to SR Boys Basketball team for winning the "AAA" league - 9 wins & 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, Feb 26th, Friday 27th, and Saturday, Feb 28th. Top three teams from the Island qualify for the Provincials. Please come out and show your school spirit and support the team!

Girls Soccer Try-Outs will start Tuesday & Wednesday after school from 3:30 to 5. Please bring runners & cleats. Interested girls in GR 9 to 2 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

Fantastic opportunity for any grade 12s, or grade 11s, wanting admission, program, or scholarship information about the University of Victoria.  UVic has extended their visit here tomorrow TUESDAY Feb 17 to accommodate more appointments, so sign up on Mr. Choo's door today for an appointment with a UVic advisor on Tuesday.

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

SUMMER SAILING SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP:  Interested in learning how to sail? Love the ocean but have never felt the joy and thrill of sailing? Thought you could never afford the lessons? Come and see Ms. McNamee about an amazing opportunity for Parkland students. Parkland has 4 free sears in a week long summer sailing course - no experience necessary, and no cost! Act fast to capture this opportunity!

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

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
5 flavours PIZZA
Breakfast Buns     -     Hot Dogs
SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Italian Chickpea and Pasta Soup
Spinach and Fruit Salad
Yougurt and Granola Cups
BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Rice Krispie Squares
Pina Colada Muffins
Raisin Fruit Scones
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.