Daily Announcements

FRIDAY JANUARY 6, 2017

 
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FRIDAY JANUARY 6, 2017
by Cathy Ford - Friday, 6 January 2017, 9:04 AM
 

FRIDAY JANUARY 6, 2017 - WEEK ONE DONE!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: special meetings, sports announcements, school events, regularly scheduled openings and rehearsals:


MONDAY JANUARY 23 - EXAM WEEK STARTS!

ALL STUDENTS: PARKLAND SPIRIT WEAR is ON SALE! PICK UP Order forms available at front office counter. Cash, cheque or credit card accepted; samples on display! Put in your order, and we will fill it for you by the end of the day!

An important notice to all grads - your Grad photo retake day has been changed to next Thursday, January 12. Please log into Lifetouch.ca to book an appointment if you need one.

Parkland's Musical Theatre Program is excited to announce the upcoming show of "Guys and Dolls" running from Wed. February -Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017!   Tickets are $14 each (reserved seating). Purchase tickets from Mrs. Wigbers at the front office or by calling 250-655-2736 with a credit card to reserve. Look on the website or posters throughout the school for more information.  Don't delay!  The Parkland Musicals always sell out!


CHESS CLUB meets on Fridays after school in Room 206 - improve your game and beat your friends! All new members welcome!

If you're a S.T.E.M. superstar and interested in a $80,000 or $100,000 scholarship, see Mr. Choo about the application process to  be selected as Parkland's nominee for the Schulich Leader STEM scholarship.  Deadline for applying to Parkland is Friday, January 20th so get your info from Mr. Choo and work on your application during the break. Past nominee's names can be seen on the Schulich plaque in the awards display case.
 

BORROW RATHER THAN BUY GRAD WEAR from MAGIC WAND - all accessories included. Complete outfits available, female and male. Boutique times are scheduled - including in late February. Contact esurerus@telus.net to book.

ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

GREAT WEEK IN BASKETBALL:
Parkland's JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL team took down Vic HIgh in a close game with a lot of exciting end ot end action - final score, Parkland 43 to 38.

SENIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL soundly defeated SMU with excellent team defense and an impressive fast break - Parkland girls won by over 30 points!

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL were just edged by Belmont in a thrilling game decided by a last second shot - final score, 73 to 70 for the visiting Bulldogs.

WAY TO GO - PANTHERS!

STAY TUNED FOR 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL INTRAMURAL SCHEDULE!

Attention all Volleyball players, The Volleyball wrap up dinner is at the Keg 
Monday, January 9th at 6 p.m. All final Fees and Uniforms are due back to Tommi before the dinner.


CAREER CENTRE, CAREER EVENTS, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB AND VOLUNTEER POSTINGS:

A local Pet Hospital will be looking for an employee for the summer to do:

* General Cleaning

* Assist Vet Tech

If you have any interest in being a Vet Tech or a Veterinarian this would be a fabulous summer job.  

Never to early to think about the summer. See Ms. McNamee ASAP!


SPEND TWO FUN-FILLED DAYS EXPLORING
THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY!  In Vancouver!
Open to students in Grades 9–12, the March Break camps feature hands-on workshops led by experienced professionals in 3D Animation + VFX, Acting, Makeup, Digital Design, Film Production, Writing or Game Design + Programming.
Students can learn about B.C.’s booming creative economy, and discover how VFS’s unique one-year intensive education model can quickly launch a career in the industry.
See websites to register, or check in with Ms. McNamee:
          Film and Technology High School Spring Break Registration Page: https://vfs.edu/events/creative-break
           Acting High School Spring Break Registration Page:  https://vfs.edu/events/acting-highschool

TEX - TRADES EXPLORATION PROGRAM - spring session - 1 full month each of WELDING, CARPENTRY, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL - SD63, in partnership with Camosun College, Semester 2. See Ms. McNamee ASAP for further information!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES COMING UP:

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR PARKS CANADA - FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS! Get outdoors, learn about Parks Canada, have fun, and connect wth people in the community. Gain volunteer credits! See Ms. McNamee for details about this special opportunity.


SUBMIT ORIGINAL "SAFETY AT WORK" VIDEO, AND WIN A CASH PRIZE: WorkSafe B.C. looking for creative video productions that explore the topic of speaking up for safety at work. Open to all students, grades 8 to 12. One video forwarded to national competition. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: Tuesday March 28, 2017. Find entry form and contest details at: worksafebc.com/studentvideocontest.

MATH HELP CENTRE:
Monday and Wednesday after school: 3 to 4 p.m., Rm 201; and Thursday morning before school - 7:15 to 8:15 Rm 112.


ENGLISH HELP CENTRE:
The English Help Centre is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at lunch in the Learning Centre (room 204), staffed by a retired English teacher. Please see Ms. Chicanot if you have any questions about this.


MEZZANINE IN GYM AREA: Times available and rules for use TBA; OR INQUIRE WITH P.E. teachers.

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORIAL:
TUTORIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE EVERY DAY AFTER SCHOOL - except Mondays - TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY AFTER SCHOOL, in the Learning Centre Room 204.


MUSIC REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:
JAZZ BAND - Monday and Wednesday; 7 a.m.; CONCERT BAND - Tuesday and Thursday, 7 a.m.; CHOIR - Friday, 7 a.m. ALL REHEARSALS TAKE PLACE IN THE MUSIC ROOM.

BAGEL BREAKFAST:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday mornings, before school, at the BLUE TABLES area.
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CAFETERIA:
 

SPECIALS:

Breakfast Platter
Hot Dogs
Soft Tacos

SOUPS AND SALADS:
Beef Barley Soup
Fruit Salad
Grilled Turkey on Marble Rye

BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS:
Rice Krispies
Raspberry Crumble

note: prepaid $25 cafeteria cards can be purchased from Cafeteria. If you would like to use a debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, please purchase at front office.