Daily Announcements

Tuesday October 27, 2015

 
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Tuesday October 27, 2015
by Cathy Ford - Tuesday, 27 October 2015, 9:25 AM
 

TUESDAY OCTOBER 27, 2015 - OCTOBER!
CANADIAN LIBRARY MONTH, AND pumpkin month...

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS, MEETINGS, EVENTS:

Green KONA mountain bike was stolen from bike area Monday October 26. Has green pedals and grips. If you know anything about this event, please see Mr. Buckham.

There will be a special meeting for all students registered for Law 12 and
Psychology 12 in second semester on Thursday October 29 in Mr. McKinney's room at lunch. 
Please do not miss this meeting.  There will be pizza.

Is your timetable so tight that you were unable to get an Acting or Drama course here at Parkland? 
Are you interested in getting credits for an after-school program? 
If you need an outlet and like to work with other creative people to perform and try something new,
Ms. Irving is looking to start a class that runs from January to May 2016.
All students from grade 9-12 are welcome to come to a short meeting
Monday, November 2 at lunch time in the theatre.
 
If there are any students who would like to read a poem or perform a number
for the Remembrance Day Assembly please see Ms. Chicanot with your idea.
We are looking for 2 or 3 pieces for the assembly.
 
Any new or returning International Students interested in attending the SISP Vancouver Trip
on Thursday November 19th, should pick up a consent form from Ms. Jocelyne. 
Payment and forms must be received no later than November 5th! 
Come and enjoy the Vancouver Aquarium, Capilano Suspension Bridge and some downtown shopping!

TICKETS ON SALE TODAY  in the front foyer for the HALLOWEEN DANCE on Thursday October 29 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Doors close at 7 p.m.. Any students who would like to bring a guest must fill in a guest application form available from the front office. Don't miss out on this fun event!

On Friday, Oct 30 at lunch, there will be a Halloween Costume contest and photo booth in the main foyer. 
Judges will be looking for the scariest, most creative and funniest costumes to give away prizes to.
Come on out, bring your friends and your lunch this Friday in the foyer.


ANYONE WHO found an error in the spelling of your name on your student card, or school bus card,  please call LIFETOUCH directly to have this corrected, asap. .ALSO: there are some local retake dates if you missed getting your photo taken, at Lifetouch: November 10 & 19, and December 4. Phone 250-744-4100, @ 1740 Old Island Highway.


ANY STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT YET PICKED UP BUS CARDS, PHOTOS, STUDENT CARDS,  OR Honour Roll Certificates, please do so today AT FRONT OFFICE - @ BREAK,  @ LUNCH.



MAGIC WAND is offering early booking: complete outfits for grad - dresses, suits, tuxedos, shoes, accessories. WHY BUY A GRAD OUTFIT WHEN YOU CAN BORROW ONE? Find MAGIC WAND on Facebook, and see the website: themagicwandproject.ca.


ALL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
Stay tuned for important announcements!

ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:

INTRAMURALS: see schedule posted through the school year in the gym.

INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE: see posting in gym
TUESDAY OCTOBER 27 - TEACHERS versus CAITLIN'S CHEEKY VOLLEYS
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28 - JONNY'S TEAM versus ETHAN'S SLIM YEEZUS
THURSDAY OCTOBER 29 - JAMIL'S WAKAFOKA versus SAYRIL'S TEAM


GIRLS BASKETBALL: Girls basketball tryou TOMORROW Wednesday OCTOBER 28 after school. All grade 9-10-11-12 girls wanting to play MUST attend the tryout.
Junior girls time is 3:10 - 4:30  P.M. All grade 9 and 10 girls .
Senior girls 4:30 - 6 P.M. All grade 11 and 12 girls.


SENIOR BOYS SOCCER: nest game is Tuesday October 27 against Stelly's. Good luck boys!


SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS - TUESDAY OCTOBER 27 from 7 to 9 p.m.; change up this Thursday to next Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m.


JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL INFO SESSION this Friday @ lunch in Outdoor Ed. Tryouts - Monday November 2 @ 5 p.m.; and Friday November 6 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.


SCHOLARSHIPS, AWARDS AND COMPETITIONS: see Mr. Choo for further information


POST SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS B.C. (PSIBC) MINIFAIR is being hosted by Claremont on Thursday October 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. @ Claremont Learning Commons. Ten post-secondary institutions from across B.C. will be participating, including: QUEST, SFU, CAMOSUN, UVIC, VIU and others. A great event to attend with your parents and friends!


CAREER CENTRE: please see Ms. McNamee for further info

Interested in a Career in Aviation?? Want to fly for fun???
Come to the Career Center at Lunch on Tuesday November 3 to meet Pilots
from the Victoria Flying Club! Please see Ms. Mac if you are interetsed!

Are you thinking of Becoming an Engineer? Interested in Technology?  love an extra four credits?
This year, an ALL FEMALE COURSE starts in February 2016.
Regular mixed course offered as well.See Ms. Mac.

Lattitude Global Volunteering is an international youth development charity. 
Its mission is to educate young people worldwide by providing inclusive opportunities
to make a positive difference to the lives of others.
Placements last 3-11 months.  See CAREER CENTRE WINDOW for information, and see Ms. Mac if interested.

Soldier for a Day program: SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7,  2015. Introduces the role of the Canadian Armed Forces - Army Reserve in Canada and internationally. Worth 5 hours work experience. Students grades 10 to 12 should see Ms McNamee for more info.

CAFETERIA:

Please see DAILY SPECIALS posted in CAFETERIA

SPECIALS:
Sushi Rolls
Chili and Toast
Chicken Noodle Boxes
Hot Dogs
Breakfast Buns

SOUPS & SALADS:
Quinoa and Squash and Pesto Soup
Korean Chicken Salad
Cheese & Pepperoni Sticks
Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS:
Cranberry Lemon Muffins
Chocolate Pudding
Sugar Cookies

Note: prepaid cafeteria lunch cards can be purchased from Cafeteria. If you would like to use a debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, purchase at front office.

MUSIC REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:
JAZZ BAND - Monday, 7 a.m., Band Room; CONCERT BAND  - Tuesday, 7 a.m., Band Room; CHOIR - Friday, 7 a.m., Theatre.

BAGEL BREAKFAST: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings, before school, @ blue tables area.

MATH HELP CENTRE:  open Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays - after school until 4 p.m. for extra math help. Meet in room 105 for help with any math course you are taking this semester.

MEZZANINE IN GYM AREA: now open at lunch, Monday to Thursday, for P.E. make-ups and for students to work out. Students must be in full PE strip and should enter through the back door of the mezz. thank you to Mrs. Beaucamp for making this happen!

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORIAL: TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY from 3:15 to 4: 30 p.m.; FRIDAY from 1:50 to 3:10 p.m. In ROOM 103.