Daily Announcements

Thursday June 21, 2018

 
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Thursday June 21, 2018
by Cathy Ford - Thursday, 21 June 2018, 9:07 AM
 

THURSDAY JUNE 21,   2018 - FIRST DAY OF EXAMS!

BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Danyluk and all of our amazing Parkland Dancers who showcased their talents Tuesday night at the Parkland Year End Dance Showcase. Many upbeat and energetic dance numbers had the crowd engaged, and even mesmerized. Just a phenomenal set of performances that all students who participated should be very, very proud of!


Long time member of Parkland Judo Academy - Jon Crisostomo - was promoted to rank of BROWN BELT  (1ST KYU) on June 19, 2018. This is a significant moment as it is the first time in 30 years that a student has attained this rank while still a member of Parkland Judo. A tremendous amount of pain, hard work and dedication went into achieving this significant goal. We are very proud of Jon and look forward to seeing his JUDO journey continue in the future.


CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR ATHLETIC BANQUET AWARD WINNERS from the event this past Monday evening. It was great to see so many athletes out for the dinner and the awards portions of the evening. We definitely had some very deserving Athletic Honour Role and Major Award winners for the 2017-18 season of play: congrats again on all your achievements!


2017 - 2018 PARKLAND YEARBOOKS have arrived! If students have pre-purchased a yearbook they will be able to collect yearbooks in the Library / Learning Commons starting at LUNCH ON THURSDAY JUNE 21. Students must have all overdue library books returned and student fees must all be paid and up to date.


REMINDERS FOR UPCOMING EXAM WEEK: CHECK AND DOUBLE CHECK YOUR EXAM TIMES! Any exam conflicts see Mr. Buckham ASAP. All grade 11 students - check the time and day you will be writing the NUMERACY ASSESSMENT. Finally - for ALL EXAMS - students must show up at least 15 minutes early, and bring necessary materials with them - calculators, pencils, pens, etc.


ALL STUDENTS - REMEMBER TO BRING A NUTRITIOUS SNACK AND / OR LUNCH FOR EXAM DAYS!


ALL STUDENTS - NOTICE RE LOCKER CLEAN-OUT:

ALL LOCKERS MUST BE CLEANED OUT BY NEXT WEDNESDAY JUNE 27. Both your SCHOOL and PE LOCKERS must be completed cleaned out. Any remaining items will be bagged and either recycled or thrown out by June 29. The school will not be responsible for any items that are missing in this process.


HELP GREEN PARKLAND:  any school locker items that can be recycled, can be brought to the front office - including lined paper, graph paper, binders, pens, pencils, pencil cases, etc. Also, school locks for any students not returning to Parkland in September, can be donated to the front office for next year's students. Thank you in advance for your care and commitment!


MS. JONES from North Saanich is looking for a lifeguard to come with her class on a trip to Sidney Island on June 21 and 22. Please contact her, or Ms. Dibblee if you are certified and interested in helping her out.


GRADE 11 PARENT HELP NEEDED: annually Grade 11 parents are asked to help on Graduation Day; help is given back the year following. TO BE DONE:  deal with after-grad clothing bags on June 27th dropped off at the PHOTOS AT THE PIER event, 10:30 a.m.. Additional assistance is needed collecting grad gowns on the students' return from the UVIC ceremony to Mary Winspear, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., June 27.  If any grade 11 student's parents can lend a hand, please contact: parklandgradparents@gmail.com.


please note: TWO VERY IMPORTANT WORK EXPERIENCE NOTICES:

1. ALL STUDENTS finishing up their WORK EXPERIENCE PAPERWORK need to see Ms. McNamee ASAP!

2. ALL STUDENTS, ALL GRADES - Students taking WORK EXPERIENCE next year, and who have a job this summer, see Ms. McNamee to ACTIVATE THE COURSE in July - hours don't count until course is ACTIVATED!


REMINDER FOR ALL GRADE 11 STUDENTS: facebook website to order grad pinneys for next year's grads will be available starting Monday June 11. ORDER DEADLINE: June 22, 2018. Please see Olivia Erfle with questions.


PENINSULA PLAYERS welcomes Parkland students for on-stage and back-stage auditions and participation. Auditions will be held for murder mystery play by Agatha Christie called "The Mousetrap"  in July. Students can register as members on Peninsula Players website. If interested in work experience credits - see Ms. Irving.


PURCHASE PARKLAND SCHOOL GEAR BEFORE THE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR! Samples of hoodies, t-shirts, sweats in case in front foyer. Order forms at front office - place your order and pick up by the end of the day!


MISSING FROM GIRLS LOCKER ROOM Friday June 1 - Vans old style type, black with white stripe runners, size 7-8. If found, please bring to front office so they can be returned to owner.


ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: SCHOOL BUS REGISTRATION for 2018 - 2019 is now open - see link from Parkland website for registration form and other information including deadline - June 29, 2018.


GRADS: Magic Wand outfits can be tailored, & 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 OUTFIT ?


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.


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 WITH P.E. teachers.


ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION - tba


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENT

WOULD ANY GIRLS WANTING TO PLAY BASKETBALL next year, please see Ms. Gribling in the office.


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:

- JULY 1 - PENINSULA CELEBRATION SOCIETY needs volunteers. FAMILY FUN FAIR IS AN ANNUAL EVENT held at Iroquois Park in Sidney. Distribute ice cream, help with watermelon contest. Please see Ms. McNamee.

- JULY 1 - CANADA DAY CELEBRATION - serve pancakes and sausage before the parade - from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. @ Mary Winspear Centre.


AVIATION MUSEUM - Monday July 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - help mind a stall at Sidney Sidewalk Sale on Beacon Avenue in celebration of Canada Day weekend. See Ms. McNamee for details.


JOBS: GREAT JOBS AVAILABLE - GET YOUR SUMMER WORK NAILED DOWN! SEE MS. MCNAMEE ASAP!

1. NEW: BELINDA'S BISCOTTI - looking for kitchen help, dishes, chocolate dipping of biscotti. See Ms. McNamee!

2. NEW: SMITTY'S DISHWASHER: $13 per hour, plus tip share paid weekly, free meal each shift. Please see Ms. McNamee!

3. NEW: CURVES SIDNEY is looking for a female student, interested in working in the health and fitness industry. This student would be workinig with women ranging from 20 to 95, with different workout abilities and goals. On the job training provided, but FIRST AID is a must. See Ms. McNamee for further information.

4. new: THRIFTY'S SIDNEY, DELI AND OTHER DEPARTMENTS - see Ms. McNamee for the inside scoop on these job openings!

5. new: MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT JOB - Walk-in Clinic in Royal Oak on Chatterton, looking for mature grade 12 student to work on Saturdays. Great opportunity for anyone interested in the Health Care professions, or Medical Office Assistant certification. See Ms. McNamee for assistance in making a great application!


Other Opportunities:

NEW SUMMER CAMP FOR TRADES PROGRAMS @ CAMOSUN: FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY - Grades 8, 9 and 10 - intro courses in CARPENTRY, WELDING, AUTOMOTIVE - one week camp  for students TRADE CURIOUS! Only $35 for the Camp, 9 a.m. to 2:30; August 13 to 17, and August 20 to 24. See Ms. McNamee ASAP TO APPLY!


TEX: Trades Exploration Program - Want to learn more about work as a carpenter, plumber, electrician, or welder? Register in Semester 2 TEX, in partnership with Camosun College at Claremont in  2018-2019. Fast track your future, and earn up to 24 credits toward grad by completing 6 courses! Please see Ms. McNamee.


FREE RETAIL TRAINING: In Sidney and In Brentwood Bay - certificate program prepares you for first time work in retail - training includes cash register, counting cash, customer service, creating displays, inventory, pricing, opening and closing procedures. See Ms. McNamee to apply for August 5 to August 26 intake.


TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - LOTS OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT AVAILABLE! IN SEPTEMBER:

1. ROOM 201, EACH DAY FOR 1 HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES, with Mr. Morley - available to help with MATH, CALCULUS, SCIENCE, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY. OPEN to all students, including those working on SIDES courses.

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.

4. MATH & SCIENCE HELPavailable every day after school in Room 208.


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


PARKLAND CAFETERIA: cafeteria is now closed until SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL!

ALL STUDENTS - REMEMBER TO BRING A NUTRITIOUS SNACK AND / OR LUNCH FOR EXAM DAYS!


SPECIALS:  n/a
SOUP, SALAD & SANDWICH: n/a

BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS: n/a

Note: for prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - purchase from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, please see front office.