Daily Announcements

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2016

 
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THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2016
by Carol Gribling - Thursday, 31 March 2016, 9:20 AM
 

DAILY NEWS:
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS, MEETINGS, EVENTS:  

Did you leave your smartphone in the Library last Friday?  If so, come and identify the make and model, and unlock it and you can have it back!


ATTENTION ALL GRADS:  2016 GRAD TRANSITIONS BOOKLET - If you didn't hand in your package before the break, hand it in today.


All Law Day mock trial team members please meet in Mrs. Stelck's room at 11:30 today (Thursday).  This is an important meeting to get ready for the trial practice with the Judge on Friday.


CONGRATS to the Track and Field team who started off the seasoyesterday with a strong showing in all events.

Ben First in 300 m hurdles and Syrial First in 200 m hurdles.

New comers Sophie, Charlotte, and Paulina did extremely well in throwing events.
Micheal ran an impressive 200 m race finishing 3rd. while Michaela had some great throws in Javelin. 
Great job team!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP THE GRAD CLASS OF 2016? Thrifty Foods Smile Cards now available at front office. Pick up card, and load at any Thrifty Foods store. Shop and use your Smile Card to pay - Thrifty donates 5% into our group account based on funds loaded from each member card - Grad Class of 2016 thanks Thrifty's, and all our supporters!

School Sailing League is starting: April 2 - June 4, 2016. 
For more information - please contact Ms. Frith; sfrith@sd63.bc.ca or Christine Bennett; cbennett@sd63.bc.ca.


ALL GRADS: New university, college and trade school academic calendars now in the Career Centre. Come and have a look!


2016 GRADS TRANSCRIPTS
 for early admission, or for scholarships or bursaries, please give at least TWO DAYS notice to the front office for obtaining copies of your current transcript. 

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:


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:

A reminder to all members of the Senior Girls Soccer Team that there is practice today from 3:15 to 5 pm at Blue Heron Field. Attendance is very important as we get ready for our first game next week. Please see Ms. Dibblee asap if you can not attend. 


A reminder to all students in the Spring Sailing League to complete your online registration by Friday April 1st, that's tomorrow. Cash and Cheques can be dropped off at the office or see Ms. Frith. The first lesson is happening this Saturday April 2nd at 1:00pm. 


U16 Peninsula Girls Softball Team is looking for players born 2000 to 2002 who are athletic & have an interest in playing softball. Anyone interested  contact coach, Mark Simpson, at sliderman09@gmail.com. No softball experience necessary! 


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

FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIP for Academy of Excellence - Esthetic / Spa Therapy Program. See Mr. Choo or Ms McNamee for details about how to apply. DEADLINE: May 31, 2016.


CAREER CENTRE: please see Ms. McNamee for further info and some application forms.


Dishwasher wanted for NORTH SIDNEY YACHT CLUB; possible food prep as well. See Ms. McNamee if interested!

Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton's Secondary School Apprentice intake for this summer (04 July 16 to 02 Sept 16) will include the following Trades;
- Various Metal Trades
- Various Hull Trades
- Pipefitter
- Electrician (Marine & Weapons)
- Machinist
- Millwright
Work Location: Fleet Maintenance Facility (CB), Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, Victoria,  B.C.
Application packages must be completed in full and received no later than 15 April 2016. SEE MS. MCNAMEE For further info. 

SEE NEW JOB POSTINGS BOARD, AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES POSTED OUTSIDE MS. MCNAMEE'S DOOR!


VIDEO COMPETITION: looking for original and creative video production that explores the topic of impairment in the workplace, and what workers and employers can do to address it. Contest open to all students in B.C. enrolled in grades 8 to 12. One video will be forwarded to national youth safety video contest for high school students. Deadline for submissions: tomorrow FRIDAY APRIL 1, 2016. Find entry form and contest details at: worksafebc.com/studentvideocontest.


TRAINING AND COURSES COMING SOON! through YEP: ALERT First Aid – April 11- $50.00 ; Food Saf, LEVEL 1 – April 22 - $50.00 ; Gardening Basics – May 1, 8 & 15 - Free - More details to come but you can sign up now because space is limited.


SUMMER CAMPS IN PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE: Debate Camp Canada one week summer camps in Public Speaking, Debate and Model United Nations. Contact: CHATTERBLOCK Victoria, B.C.


TALE TOURISM & LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION PROGRAM: amazing 8 -week program for students interested in exploring the Adventure Tourism Industry. Dates: June 24th to August 19th.  8 High School Credits. Deadline April 1st. See Ms. Mac for  details.


COAST CAPITAL SAVINGS YOUTH TEAM: APPLICATIONS CLOSE TODAY MARCH 31, 2016 - work part-time in a branch as a service representative; represent Coast Capital at community events; complete volunteer hours for literacy - and perhaps find yourself in a fantastic job while going to college or university later. See Ms. McNamee ASAP to put in a great application, polish that resume!

CAFETERIA:  Please see DAILY SPECIALS posted in CAFETERIA. 


SPECIALS:

SOUPS & SALADS:

BAKED GOODS:

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 - Wednesday mornings, 7 a.m., Band Room; CONCERT BAND  - Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 7 a.m., Band Room; CHOIR REHEARSALS Friday, 7 a.m., Theatre.

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

MATH HELP CENTRE:  The Math Help Centre will be running this semester on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school until 4 p.m. Please come to room 105 for help with any math course that 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.