TUESDAY JANUARY 17, 2017
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: special meetings, sports announcements, school events, regularly scheduled openings and rehearsals:
ANY STUDENTS WHO MISSED PICKED UP SEMESTER TWO SCHEDULE IN TAG FRIDAY, PLEASE PICK UP at front office - @ BREAK, LUNCH OR AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.
ALL GRADS: REMINDER - GT qualifying 30 HOURS WORK EXPERIENCE OR VOLUNTEER TIME is needed BEFORE GT is completed. If you have paperwork or questions, please see Ms. McNamee, Career Centre.
Registration is now open for this year's TC 10K on Sunday, April 30th. Parkland students and staff are encouraged to register online at www.tc10k.ca to be part of the Parkland Pant'ers Island Farms School Team. Early bird registration is only $30 if you sign up before Feb 15th.
Reminder to any grade 9 and 10 students that signed up for the Fresh Minds Symposium on Wednesday February 15 to get your consent forms and bus fare to Mr. Choo this week.
Grade 12s interested in the Schulich and BC Excellence scholarships should contact Mr. Choo this week. The deadline for submitting your application for consideration as Parkland's nominee is this Friday.
All students in Psychology 12 and History 12 next semester need to get their applications in to Ms. Anderson ASAP. Law 12 is no longer a dual credit course, please see Ms. Anderson if you have questions.
ANNUAL MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT @ UVIC, WEDNESDAY January 18, 2017 - 4:30 to 6:40 p.m., Bob Wright Centre, B150. Writer, stand-up comic and mental health activist KEVIN BREEL will be keynote speaker. See Ms. McNamee.
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CHESS CLUB meets Fridays after school in Rm 206 - improve your game and beat your friends! New members welcome!
ALL GRADS: BURGER & BEVERAGE GRAD FUNDRAISER takes place Sunday January 29, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. - this week, EACH GRAD MAY BUY TWO TICKETS @ $20 each; after this week, ticket sales open to everyone.
Parkland's Musical Theatre Program announces the upcoming show: "Guys and Dolls" - opening WEDNESDAY February 1 to SATURDAY, Feb. 4, 2017! Tickets $14 each (reserved seating). Purchase tickets from the front office or call 250-655-2736 with a credit card to reserve. See website or posters throughout the school for more information. Don't delay! Parkland Musicals always sell out!
English Language Learners Big Buddies- Saanich School District and the Intra-Cultural Association.
Last year 15 Parkland students volunteered their time at North Saanich to help Elementary students, who were English Language Learners.
This year we are looking for 10-15 students willing to volunteer their time after school one day a week for 6 weeks.
This is an amazing opportunity to give back to your community and make meaningful connections with the young children of Sidney Elementary.
There is a meeting for all those interested Thursday at Lunch in the career Center.
See Ms. Mac if you have any questions!
GLOBAL FRIENDSHIP PROGRAM @ NORTH SAANICH MIDDLE SCHOOL is seeking billet families to host visiting Japanese students March 22 to March 26, 2017. Please contact Jessica @jtamburino@sd63.bc.ca for further information.
MONDAY JANUARY 30 - NON-INSTRUCTIONAL DAY.
ALL STUDENTS: PARKLAND SPIRIT WEAR is ON SALE Tuesdays and Thursday at lunch in the foyer! 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!
If you're 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: Friday, January 20th.
BORROW RATHER THAN BUY GRAD WEAR from MAGIC WAND - all accessories included. Complete outfits available, female & male. Boutique times scheduled - including late February. Contact esurerus@telus.net to book.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
3 ON 3 BASKETBALL INTRAMURAL SCHEDULE: (by TEAM NAME and COURT NUMBER below)
TUESDAY JANUARY 17 - TEACHERS VERSUS GODWIN; JOSEPH VERSUS GURVIR
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 18 - OPEN GYM
THURSDAY JANUARY 19 - JASPER VERSUS GODWIN; BEN VERSUS ELAIGH
Central Saanich Extreme Fastball Club 2017 Registration dates:
Sat Jan 14th, from 1 – 3pm
Sun Jan 22nd, from 1 – 3pm
Wed Feb 8th, from 6 – 8pm
For any info contact Dave Hamer at dhamer@telus.net
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
3 ON 3 BASKETBALL INTRAMURAL SCHEDULE: (by TEAM NAME and COURT NUMBER below)
TUESDAY JANUARY 17 - TEACHERS VERSUS GODWIN; JOSEPH VERSUS GURVIR
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 18 - OPEN GYM
THURSDAY JANUARY 19 - JASPER VERSUS GODWIN; BEN VERSUS ELAIGH
Central Saanich Extreme Fastball Club 2017 Registration dates:
Sat Jan 14th, from 1 – 3pm
Sun Jan 22nd, from 1 – 3pm
Wed Feb 8th, from 6 – 8pm
For any info contact Dave Hamer at dhamer@telus.net
CAREER CENTRE, CAREER EVENTS, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB AND VOLUNTEER POSTINGS:
JOB OPPORTUNITY: MARY'S BLEUE MOON - dishwasher starts 2 minimum wage, two to three shifts per week, four to five hours per shift. See Nicola @ Mary's Bleue Moon to apply, with resume. Foodsafe recommended. Start ASAP!
RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP: January 30 - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., @ 9860 Third Street, Sidney - see Ms. McNamee to sign up.
YEP JOB FAIR - TUESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 10 A.M. TO 1 P.M. - stay tuned for more information!
JOB OPPORTUNITY: MARY'S BLEUE MOON - dishwasher starts 2 minimum wage, two to three shifts per week, four to five hours per shift. See Nicola @ Mary's Bleue Moon to apply, with resume. Foodsafe recommended. Start ASAP!
RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP: January 30 - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., @ 9860 Third Street, Sidney - see Ms. McNamee to sign up.
YEP JOB FAIR - TUESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 10 A.M. TO 1 P.M. - stay tuned for more information!
SPEND TWO FUN-FILLED DAYS EXPLORING THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY! In Vancouver! SPRING BREAK CAMPS!
Open to students in Grades 9–12, 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:
1. Film and Technology High School Spring Break Registration Page: https://vfs.edu/events/creative-break
2. 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:
SHOAL CENTRE: SATURDAY JANUARY 21, 2017 - FROM 11 A.M. TO 1 P.M. - wrapping mugs and tying ribbons in prep for large event - see Ms. McNamee to sign 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.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES COMING UP:
SHOAL CENTRE: SATURDAY JANUARY 21, 2017 - FROM 11 A.M. TO 1 P.M. - wrapping mugs and tying ribbons in prep for large event - see Ms. McNamee to sign 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.
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: 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:
Tuna Buns
Beef with Broccoli and Rice
Clubhouse Bagels
Hot Dogs / Veggie Dogs
SOUPS AND SALADS:
Minestrone Milanese Soup
Quinoa & Black Bean Salad
Veggies & Dip
Shushi
Thai Chicken Wraps
BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS:
Carrot Cake
7 Layer Square
Maple Pecan Muffins
note: prepaid $25 cafeteria cards can be purchased from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card,
please purchase at front office.