THURSDAY JUNE 2, 2016 DAILY NEWS: NOTE FOR TODAY: Grads should check the grad bulletin board to ensure that they have all requirements met. Important information for Grad - In order to be included on the grad list compiled on June 1st all grads must: Grads: Baby photos for slideshow WERE DUE Tuesday May 31st. Hand them in to Anna or Michaela or send them to: parklandbabyphotos@gmail.com ASAP. TUESDAY JUNE 7 - PARKLAND 2016 SPRING DANCE SHOWCASE - also featuring dancers from NSMS - @ 7 p.m. Parkland Theatre - tickets $5 students, $7 adults - available at Parkland office, or by phone, 250-655-2736. No reserved seating. SENCOTEN CLUB NOW HAPPENING: every Friday from 1:45 to 3 p.m., in Room 200 - everyone welcome!
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS, MEETINGS, EVENTS:
ALL PARKLAND ATHLETES: PLEASE MEET IN GYM @ LUNCH TODAY to discuss upcoming athletic banquet.
important notice TO ALL GRADS: PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE PURCHASED YOUR CEREMONY TICKETS FROM UVIC BEFORE FRIDAY - remaining extra tickets will be released next week - DON'T MISS OUT!
A reminder to all students in the Marine Program (Sailing, Marine Sciences, Marine Repair and Restoration) that we will be having our year end event at lunch today in the shop area. Each Marine student is allowed to bring one friend to the event.
1) be in a passing position in all courses required for graduation
2) be at least 80% complete in any SIDES courses required for graduation
3) have all forms signed and handed in for grad, including GT completion
There will be an important Grad Assembly in D block on Monday June 6th. Grads will be given their line up placement and we will rehearse entrance and exit to seats in the gym. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT ALL GRADS ATTEND ASSEMBLY.
THURSDAY JUNE 9 - PARKLAND ATHLETIC BANQUET - stay tuned for further information.
FRIDAY JUNE 10 - PARKLAND INTERNATIONAL FAREWELL - 1:45 to 3 p.m., in the Gym.
INTER-CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF GREATER VICTORIA invites all immigrant and refugee youth, ages 13 to 18 years, to Juan de Fuca trail exploration, and Mystic Beach overnight camping - July 2016 - make some new friends, and enjoy outdoor experiences! See Ms. Ford at front office for invitation if you haven't already received one.
GODSPELL: presented by VICTORIA YOUTH MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY - @ Ridge Playhouse, Claremont Secondary School, Thursday June 9 and Friday June 10, 7 p.m. Tickets are $15, and available at the door. Parkland students are in this one!
CYCLE OF HOPE ALS FUNDRAISER - FREQUENT FLYER 10 K: Sunday June 12 from 11 to 2 - includes RUN AND SWIM EVENTS ON MAY 13. Students register for CYCLE OF HOPE EVENT at www.cycleofhope.com, & must register by May 25 to get school name on participant shirt.
Thrifty Foods Smile Cards available at front office - help GRAD 2016 CLASS. Pick up card, load at any Thrifty's, shop and pay with Smile Card - Thrifty donates 5% from each member card - Grads 2016 thank Thrifty's, and all our supporters.
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:
REMEMBER: ALL International students l must ensure all textbooks and library books are returned, and any incidental school fees, including for uniforms, are returned and / or paid for before you leave.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS:
"Open gym Thursday June 2"
ATTENTION ALL VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS: Open gym for Volleyball has restarted and will continue to end of school year. Everyone welcome: MONDAYS from 3 to 5 p.m.
SCHOLARSHIPS, AWARDS AND COMPETITIONS: see Mr. Choo for further information
VICTORIA OPERATIC SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP: $500.00 scholarship to student who has demonstrated talent in the performing arts. See posting on Grad board, request application forms. DEADLINE: June 15, 2016.
CAREER CENTRE: please see Ms. McNamee for further info and some application forms
NEW VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: join CFAX Santas Anonymous "Kidz helping Kids" - collecting new school supplies to help local kids - August 15 to August 31. See Career Centre Volunteer Door to sign up, or see Ms. McNamee for more info.
ALL STUDENTS; PLEASE SEE NEW YELLOW DOOR NOTICE BOARD FOR ALL VOLUNTEER POSTINGS! A great way to give back to your community. See Ms. McNamee if you have any questions in terms of signing up, for VOLUNTEER commitment.
NEW VOLUNTEER POSTING: SATURDAY JUNE 4, - 11 A.M. TO 2 P.M. - ACCESS AWARENESS DAY @ Shoal Centre; 3 volunteers needed. Serve at BBQ and support activities including: wheelchair obstacle, blindfold challenge! Free lunch provided.
IRONMAN @ Elk Lake, June 9 - volunteer at one of the bike stations. See Ms. McNamee to VOLUNTEER!
SEASIDE MAGAZINE: TAKING IT TO THE STREET ROAD HOCKEY CHARITY EVENT FOR HELP FILL A DREAM FOUNDATION:
@ Mary Winspear Centre - Saturday, June 11th, 2016 - 3rd Annual “Taking it to the Street”. Proceeds provide services and support to Vancouver Island children facing life-threatening conditions by fulfilling their Dreams. Fun volunteer positions including: registration, traffic, family fun, set-up, referree, cotton candy, groundskeeper, event marshall. See Ms. McNamee to VOLUNTEER.
NEW VOLUNTEER POSTING: ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH SPRING BAZAAR in Sidney, Saturday June 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Looking for 8 volunteers for food prep, seu-up, serving, general sales support. See Ms. McNamee for details or sign up on door.
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 - Wednesday 7 a.m., Band Rm; CONCERT BAND - Tuesday & Thursday , 7 a.m., Band Rm; CHOIR Friday, 7 a.m., Theatre.
BAGEL BREAKFAST: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings, before school, @ blue tables area.
MATH HELP CENTRE: !Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school until 4 p.m. Please come to room 105 for help !
MEZZANINE IN GYM AREA: @ 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.
AFTER SCHOOL TUTORIAL: TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY- 3:15 to 4: 30 p.m.; FRIDAY - 1:50 to 3:10 p.m. In RM 103.