Daily Announcements

Tuesday March 6, 2018

 
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Tuesday March 6, 2018
by Cathy Ford - Tuesday, 6 March 2018, 9:14 AM
 

TUESDAY MARCH 6, 2018

IMPORTANT MEETING TUESDAY MARCH 6 for all students attending SKILLS CANADA COMPETITION on March 7 - @ lunch in the Career Centre. All participants must attend!

ATTENTION ALL GRADS: there are a number of events and activities coming up!
(1) Saturday March 10 - GRAD BOTTLE DRIVE -  10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We need volunteers to sort and to drive. Pick up posters at the office and help spread the word.
(2) Grad sleepover forms are due at the office by March 16th. Grad sleepover is planned for April 5.


All grade 9 to 11 students are reminded to turn in their course selection forms as soon as possible (last date for submission is Friday March 9th). If you have lost your form, we have extras at the front office.


INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: TWO IMPORTANT NOTICES

(1) ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIELD TRIP APPLICATIONS are due Wednesday March 7 - only 10 spaces left! See Ms. McRae.

(2) Wednesday March 7 is also the deadline for any MARCH BREAK TRIP APPLICATIONS - if you intend to travel, you must get the paperwork and permissions done!


ALL GRADS: Keep MAGIC WAND in mind when planning your grad outfit! BORROW from Magic Wand; outfits can be tailored for fit, and choices are available for female and male grads. Phone 250-658-0246 for information, or see website FOR BOUTIQUE DAY APPOINTMENTS. See GRAD BOARD FOR MORE DETAILS - WHY SPEND $ WHEN YOU CAN FIND A PERFECT FIT @ MAGIC WAND?


THURSDAY MARCH 8 - INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!


FRIDAY MARCH 9 - TRACK AND FIELD MEETING FRIDAY MARCH 9 @ lunch in the Career Centre. If you are interested in joining the team, it is not too late! Season begins April 4th.


FRIDAY MARCH 9 - GRAD GT PACKAGES DUE! HAND IN AT FRONT OFFICE.

FRIDAY MARCH 9 - PANTHER CUP AFTERNOON, @ PANORAMA!

SATURDAY MARCH 10 - GRAD BOTTLE DRIVE - FROM 10 A.M. TO 1 P.M.


THURSDAY MARCH 15 - PROGRAM INFO NIGHT - INTERURBAN CAMPUS, CAMOSUN COLLEGE - learn about which programs may interest you, what high school courses and grades you need, how much it will cost, and what career opportunities are available. EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT PROGRAMS IN BUSINESS, SPORT AND EXERCISE, TRADES AND TECHNOLOGIES @ CAMOSUN COLLEGE!


STUDENTS: want to see your ARTWORK OR POETRY IN YEARBOOK? Submit original works to Mrs. Antonik BEFORE spring break!


VIDEOGRAPHERS: MARCH 28, 2018 deadline for FOCUS ON SAFETY YOUTH VIDEO CONTEST for high school students; prizes awarded by WORK SAFE B.C. Looking for creative and original video productions that explore trusting your instincts to stay safe at work. Cash prize, and bonus lunch with prominent Canadian filmmaker, behind the scenes tour, and more! See worksafebc.com/studentvideocontest for further details.

SCHOOL DAY HEALTHY Start: BAGEL BREAKFAST: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday mornings, before school, @ BLUE TABLES.

MEZZANINE USE: ALL STUDENTS - for use of MEZZANINE IN GYM AREA - Please INQUIRE for permission WITH P.E. teachers.

SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION: tba

ANY PARKLAND 2018 GRADS INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA: there is a special registration and information session in Victoria - Wednesday March 14, Magnolia Hotel, from 7 to 9 p.m. See Ms. McNamee for info.

ALL GRADE 12 STUDENTS PLEASE REMEMBER - WHEN REQUESTING OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FOR EDUCATIONAL APPLICATIONS, OR FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES, AT LEAST ONE FULL DAY'S NOTICE IS REQUIRED.


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

GIRLS SOCCER PRACTICE : Wednesday and Friday after school this week. Please bring your runners and cleats!

INTRAMURAL SOCCER SCHEDULE THIS WEEK:

TUESDAY MARCH 6 - TEACHERS versus TEAM PAPI CHULO

THURSDAY MARCH 8 - SENIOR HOCKEY BOSY versus PAPI CHULO


CAREER CENTRE, CAREER EVENTS, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB AND VOLUNTEER POSTING:
NEW MARINE TRADES TRAINING PROGRAM @ CAMOSUN COLLEGE: 12 weeks - includes on-line training, and hands-on instruction. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: March 16, 2018 - see Ms. McNamee and Career Board posters for further info.

CHECK OUT JOB & VOLUNTEER BOARDS FOR THE LATEST POSTINGS. INTERESTED IN APPLYING, SEE MS. MCNAMEE!


JOB FAIR:
BUILD YOUR FUTURE SPRING OPPORTUNITIES FAIR: WEDNESDAY MARCH 7, 2018 @ CAMOSUN INTERURBAN, CAFETERIA, FROM 4:15 TO 5:30 P.M. Connect with construction industry employers to gain a better understanding of the attitude, skills and knowledge required to get work experience. See Ms. McNamee for further details.


NEW JOBS:
1. COAST CAPITAL SAVINGS YOUTH INTERN PROGRAM: combine real world paid experience with public community events. Great lead-in to financial services education and employment. See Ms. McNamee for details - application deadline April 11.18.
2. TERN PLACE, NORTH SAANICH - raking leaves and cedar branches - students need transportation. Four hours, @ $15 per hour.
3. EAST SAANICH ROAD - digging holes for tree planting.

4. BROOKLEIGH ROAD - ELK LAKE - spring clean-up inside, windows; $12 per hour, 6 hours per week on Saturdays.


NEW TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES COMING UP:
NAV CANADA'S EXPLORE AVIATION CAMP for girls interested in a career in aviation. Summer Camp in Cornwall, Ontario, for one week of learning, fun, friendship - focus on AVIATION. All-expenses paid camp with hands-on learning! Deadline: FRIDAY March 9, 2018 - see MS. MCNAMEE ASAP if you are interested in applying!


Other Opportunities:
1. WORK SAFE FOR YEP - Friday May 4 - 3 hour FREE WORKSHOP; great for resume.
2 ALERT FIRST AID - SATURDAY MAY 5 - 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. - basic CPR, first aid, hands-on training. $50 registration.
3. RETAIL TRAINING - BRENTWOOD BAY. Sundays, March - April - May. See Ms. McNamee.


TUTORIALS AND COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE: LOTS OF HELP AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT AVAILABLE!
1. TUTORIALS IN LEARNING CENTRE: REMINDER TO ALL TEACHERS AND STUDENTS - TUTORIAL IS AVAILABLE daily after school. Wednesday & Friday tutorial times are best for longer tests & assignments.
2. LEARNING COMMONS SUPPORT: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday day after school until 3:40 p.m., Wednesday & Friday until 3:35 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: ELL TUTOR also available Wednesday & Friday after school.


BAND - MUSIC REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:
JAZZ BAND - Monday & Wednesday mornings;
CONCERT BAND - Tuesday & Thursday mornings
CHOIR - Friday mornings.


PARKLAND CAFETERIA:
SPECIALS: Chicken Strips & Fries - Fried Rice - Hot Dogs - Veggie Dogs
SOUP, SALAD & SANDWICH: Chili & bun - Veggies & Dip - Chicken Caesar Wrap - Caesar Salad
BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins - Squares
Note: for prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - purchase from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, please see front office.