Parkland Secondary School

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2015

MEETINGS, PRACTICES, announcements, EVENTS:

There will be an important Grad Assembly today THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19 in B block for all grade 12 students.  If you are a grade 12 student and do not have a class in B block--please make arrangements to be at the assembly.

Junior Boys Basketball: MEETING AT LUNCH TIME TODAY FOR ALL JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS, IN CAREER CENTRE.

REPORT CARDS were distributed this week  -if you missed TAG, please pick up at break, lunch or after school only.

All students welcome to join Parkland Ultimate Frisbee Team! No experience necessary! Please come to a meeting TODAY Thursday at lunch in RM 201 (Ms Wilson's room) for more info. This is an exciting & growing sport & we're looking for more players for this season!

AFTER SCHOOL JUDO PRACTICE  continues Tuesday & Thursday after school. Please see Mr. Gogol or Mr. Fitzgerald for further info.

TOMORROW - FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20 IS NON-INSTRUCTIONAL DAY - NO SCHOOL! Read a book, enjoy the sun, spend time with friends!

Attention all Track and Field Athletes.  If you are wanting to participate on this years track and field team, please attend a very important meeting on Monday at lunch in room 201.  

Do you want a 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!

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.

PARKLAND COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: Thursday February 26, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Course displays, music, dance, academies presentations, languages, careers and apprenticeships information.
Information and fun for the whole family - chili and a bun, carnival games for kids. Community members and families all welcome!

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

MOVIE FUNDRAISER FOR PARKLAND JUNIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM TO GO TO THE PROVINCIALS: "Happy Feet Two” playing at Star Cinema, Saturday February 28, 3:30 p.m.
Tickets available from players, $10 each.

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 21, 22 2015. Borrow a grad dress or tuxedo! Email or call for appointment - see Grad Board.

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.

SPORTS, TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:
SR Boys Basketball team hosts the South Islands Playoff on Thursday, Feb 19th & Friday, Feb 20th. Please come out & show your school spirit and support the team!

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM 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.

INTRAMURAL : DODGEBALL SCHEDULE
Thursday Feb 19 - Avery's team versus Sayril's team

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS & COMPETITIONS: please see MR. CHOO
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.

RE/MAX of Western Canada Quest for Excellence offering 16 $1000 bursaries. Due:  March 9th.

Two Dave Gifford Memorial scholarships for athletes available, $700 each. Deadline is April 24th.

Two Zone scholarships for BCSS athletes available at $500 each. Application deadline is April 24th.

Educational Facility Managers Association of B.C. offering 4 $1000 bursaries. Deadline is April 30th.

LISA (The Lower Island Soccer Association)has 4 scholarships at $1000 each. Deadline: April 30th.

Two Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarships available at $500. Deadline is May 1st.

The Rotary Clubs of Saskatoon and Rotaract are presenting "Adventures in Technology”: a tour of Canada's research facilities and finest corporations for students interested in a career in science, engineering or technology. Registration fee is $350 including food and social events, plus travel expenses to and from Saskatoon. The application deadline is May 14th.


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? Come & see Ms. McNamee about an amazing opportunity for Parkland students. Four free seats in week long course -  no cost! Act fast to capture this opportunity!

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

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. See Ms. McNamee for information.

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) -Sectionals to be announced; Tues (7-8:15am) - Senior  
    Band;  Wed (7-8:15am) - Jazz Band;  Thurs (7-8:15am) - Senior Band; 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
Baron of Beef & Fries
Firecracker Beef
Breakfast Buns   -   Hot Dogs
SOUP & SANDWICHES & SALADS
Cream of Broccoli Soup    -    Cold sandwiches
Sue's Pasta and Greek Salad
Yogurt Cups
BAKED GOODS, SWEETS & DESSERTS
Espresso Chocolate Muffins
Cheese and Dill    -    Cinnamon buns
Chocolate Pudding
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.