THURSDAY APRIL 26, 2018:
AN IMPORTANT REMINDER THAT GRAD PACKAGES ARE DUE at the front office this FRIDAY APRIL 27. Grads - please ensure that you get all your forms signed and turned into the office this Friday at the latest. Applications for Valedictorian and MC are also due this Friday. Please submit these applications to the office.
GRADS 2018: YOU HAVE ONE LAST OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A GRAD HOODIE! Please see Mrs. Bennett in the office ASAP.
FRIDAY APRIL 27: from 2 to 3 p.m. - EARTH WEEK CELEBRATIONS - Sidney Public Library introduction to living ZERO WASTE: Paula & Nairn from Zero Waste Emporium share tricks & tips to help reduce waste at home. Everybody welcome.
3 MESSAGES FROM PARKLAND PAC:
1. PARKLAND PAC AGM - TUESDAY MAY 1, @ 7 P.M., IN THE LEARNING COMMONS: All Parkland parents are encouraged to join this important group of parent / guardian representatives. See Parkland website link for more information.
2. STAFF APPRECIATION DINNER - THURSDAY MAY 10 - Parkland PAC is organizing a Staff Appreciation meal, to show Parkland staff how much they are appreciated. See website link to become involved, to contribute, and to volunteer.
3. Do you know Parkland has a BAGEL PROGRAM? Bagels and juice boxes are available Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:45 to 8:20 each week, @ 25 cents each, funded by the PAC group, as well as local donations. More volunteers are needed to keep this program running. Shifts available in May and June, and the next school year. Please contact Christine - lainecrt@telus.net.
OSEF EXCHANGE PROGRAMS: INDIVIDUAL RECIPROCAL PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS 13 to 17 - either 1 month summer program, or 3 month student program in Europe! See: www.osef.ca website for details, posters on notice and grad boards. See Ms. McNamee for further information. APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2018.
PARKLAND METAL DONATION BIN - back staff parking lot! Bin here until end of May - thanks everyone for contributing!
Tyesha Miggitsch is going to Fiji to help clean up the beaches! Support her and this great project by purchasing an OCEAN AMBASSADORS STAINLESS STEEL REUSABLE water bottle! See Ms. Bennett or Tyesha directly to purchase!
GRADS: Magic Wand outfits can be tailored, and choices are available for females & males. Phone 250-658-0246 for info, or check website FOR BOUTIQUE APPOINTMENTS. WHY SPEND $ WHEN YOU CAN BORROW A PERFECT FIT @ MAGIC WAND?
STUDIO 63 NOW OPEN - Studio 63 Teaching Salon @ Saanichton Learning Centre - SALON HOURS Monday to Wednesday, 1 to 4 p.m.; Thursday, 12 to 6 p.m. Please call 250-652-5381 to book your appointment.
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.
ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION:
This Friday April 27 is the deadline for your best chance at a Parkland scholarship. More than $50,000 worth of scholarships are available for non-academic areas such as fine arts, trades, community service, international languages, and physical activity. Over 50 scholarships available and only six applications have been received so far! See Mr. Choo this week about this excellent opportunity.
43 DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE - EACH $1250! Awards to Canadian students in: Applied Skills, Fine Arts, Indigenous Languages & Cultures, International Languages, Physical Activity, Technical & Trades. DEADLINE: FRIDAY APRIL 27TH. Don't miss it!
Parkland Internal Scholarships application form available from Mr. Choo. Many scholarships available for your non- academic accomplishments in sports, community services, fine arts, trades, second languages and more. Deadline: Friday April 27TH.
If you're related to a current or past member of the BCGEU and able to write a short essay about protest and activism, you could qualify for a $2000 scholarship. Deadline is April 29 at midnight. Mr. Choo has more details.
BEACON COMMUNITY SERVICES offers $1500 scholarships for 3 graduating students dedicated to community service and volunteerism. IN OTHER WORDS, support for those who exemplify our mission of helping people and improving lives! Deadline: Tuesday May 1, 2018.
If you're a community minded resident of North Saanich, you can apply for $1500 bursary sponsored by North Saanich Volunteer Firefighters. Volunteer service to the community is an important criteria. Deadline is May 3rd. Mr. Choo has more details.
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
THURSDAY APRIL 26 - SENIOR GIRLS SOCCER HOME GAME @ 3:45 P.M.
CONGRATULATIONS TO Parkland's CAITLIN GAULT for being selected on the SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION JUVENILE TEAM that will travel to Vancouver, Las Vegas, Anahein and Seattle in the next few months.
PARKLAND ULTIMATE - Mondays & Wednesdays, after school, either 3:15 or 2:15 p.m., upper field. Everyone welcome, boys & girls, grades 9 to 12. No experience necessary!
FIFTH ANNUAL SEASIDE MAGAZINE "TAKING IT TO THE STREET" ROAD HOCKEY TOURNAMENT - Saturday June 9, 2018 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney. Contact: sue@seasidemagazine.ca to participate, or Register your team for the tournament!
CAREER CENTRE, CAREER EVENTS, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB AND VOLUNTEER POSTING: PLEASE SEE MS. MCNAMEE ASAP TO GET YOUR VOLUNTEER HOURS AND CREDITS, AND YOUR NEW SUMMER JOB APPLIED FOR!
VOLUNTEERS:
a. SIDNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has their annual SPRING FLING on Friday May 25th. If you are interested in volunteering for this fabulous community event, please see Ms. McNamee ASAP.
b. GRADE 12 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: GET ON BOARD WITH THE STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS -new event sponsored by SURFCANADA and Town of Sidney. Variety of volunteer jobs - SATURDAY MAY 26 , SUNDAY MAY 27.
c. DEAN PARK PET HOSPITAL is on the search for volunteers - that may or may not lead to a paid position! If you have an interest in working with animals, this is a perfect position for you! See Ms. McNamee for more details!
JOBS: GREAT JOBS AVAILABLE - GET YOUR SUMMER WORK NAILED DOWN! SEE MS. MCNAMEE ASAP!
1. SIDNEY YARDWORK - $15 AN HOUR - this is a great job - steady work fron now until end of summer! Need super reliable student.
2. GREENHOUSE ASSISTANT APPLIED BIONOMICS: Watering, moving plants; cleaning plant pots; replacing growing mediums, etc.
3. JAMES ISLAND - golf course labourers, guest services and housekeeping. James Island is a privately owned island with an 18 hole Jack Nicklaus golf course - pay $15 hour to start. See Ms. McNamee for details on these jobs!
4. VICTORIA FLYING CLUB - customer service. Full time job for the summer. See Ms. McNamee for details.
5. NORTH SAANICH YACHT CLUB - Prep cook, dishwasher. See Ms. McNamee for details - this is a good opportunity!
6. 7. 8. 9.: North Saanich, Towner Park; North Saanich, Hawthorne Place; Sidney, Marina Way; North Saanich, East Saanich Road - lawn mowing and general yardwork - from $15 per hour to $25 per week. See Ms. McNamee for details on each one.
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 & SIDNEY- monthly on Sundays, April - May. See Ms. McNamee.
4. PROFESSIONAL FACE PAINTING WORKSHOP: free! May 26 - from 1 to 3 p.m. @ Shoal Centre, Sidney - bring your imagination, and get ready to help YEP at the summer markets, or start your own business! See Ms. McNamee to sign up.
TUTORIALS AND COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE: LOTS OF HELP AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT AVAILABLE!
1. ROOM 201, EACH DAY FOR 1 HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES, with Mr. Morley - available to help students with MATH, CALCULUS, SCIENCE, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY. OPEN to all students, including those working on SIDES courses. See you there!
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. MATH & SCIENCE HELP: available every day after school in Room 208.
BAND - MUSIC REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:
JAZZ BAND - Monday & Wednesday mornings; CONCERT BAND - Tuesday & Thursday mornings; CHOIR - Friday mornings.
PARKLAND CAFETERIA:
SPECIALS: Baked Mac & Cheese - Thai Chicken Wraps - Hot Dogs - Veggie Dogs
SOUP, SALAD & SANDWICH: Veggies & Dip - Cheese Sticks - Pepperoni Sticks - Sue's Pasta with Greek Seasoning
BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS: Maple Pecan Muffins - Peanut Chocolate Mud Pie - Lemon Meringue Tarts - Rice Krispies
Note: for prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - purchase from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, please see front office.