PARKLAND DAILY NEWS: TUESDAY MARCH 10, 2020
***ALL GRADE 12'S - GRAD CLC 12 PACKAGE IS OVER DUE - Be sure to fully answer the questions; one paragraph minimum, explain your plans and experiences. Also: WEX OR 30 HOUR WORK OR VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE forms must be completed, and copies handed in. You must have all your paperwork handed in to qualify for CLE interview, and for your graduation!
***FOR ALL GRADE 11'S - those graduating in 2021 - our GRAD ACCOUNT is up on instagram. Please request to follow: @ Parkland_2021_grad, through your personal account!
***INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Registration is open for ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRIP. Please see Ms. McKinney in counselling for more information, ASAP. There is NOW A WAIT LIST FOR THIS TRIP, so act fast!
SPRING BREAK HOT YOGA: for teachers, EA's, grades 11 and 12 students@ March 15 to 29, just $5 to drop in to any class! For details, visit: HOTYOGASIDNEY.COM.
Pacific Design Academy is having an Open House March 12 ~ 4-7pm @ 1252 Wharf St. Offerings include: App & Web Development / Building Technology / Fashion Design / Graphic Design / Interior Design / Motion Picture Production / Photography.
Victoria High School Chess Championship April 10 10-4:30 @ Hotel Grand Pacific. Team registration with Dave Gardner - dgardner@saanichschools.ca . $15 per player or $50 per school.
***GRAD 2020 FUNDRAISERS: JACKLINKS Beef Steak Links, Beef Steak Strips, Beef Jerky, from $36 to $42 per box. ALSO: CLARA CLARK 1500 OR 1800 THREADCOUNT SHEET SETS, 12 colours; mattress protector; four season comforter - all items, all sizes, from $45 to $60. See links on the website for order forms or see a grad to order. DEADLINE TO ORDER: MARCH 9.2020. Please make cheques payable to: Parkland Event: PDGS. Thank you for your support.
STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SAILING, LIFE AT SEA: SALTS REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 2020 NOW OPEN: info@salts.ca
Sail & life training aboard beautiful tall ship out of Victoria. Two choices of ship for ten day long trips on Pacific Grace or the Pacific Swift begin June 27th, through August 28, 2020. See front foyer notice board. THESE TRIPS FILL QUICKLY - CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
Get your kids KIDOVATING this spring break! Kidovate is a fun, free youth entrepreneurship initiative of UVIC's Gustavson School of Business. Kidovate aims to develop entrepreneurial spirit and acumen by encouraging local youth to make and then sell their goods or services on Kidovate Market Day. This year's market will be held Saturday April 4 at the Bay Centre. There is no cost to participate, and there are lots of resources available to help participants be successful. Check out website: kidovate.ca
ALL STUDENTS: ORDER PARKLAND SPIRIT WEAR! Forms at front office - pay to place your order - pick up end of the day!
TRANSCRIPTS ARE NO LONGER MAILED FROM MINISTRY OF EDUCATION. Graduated students must go on-line to: Student Transcripts Service TO ORDER GRAD TRANSCRIPT.
BAGEL BREAKFAST: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday a.m., before school, @ BLUE TABLES, 25 cents per bagel or juice box!
MEZZANINE USE: YEAR ROUND - ALL STUDENTS - for use of MEZZANINE - Please INQUIRE WITH P.E. teachers.
ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION: email Mr. Choo for further details.
*** APPLICATION FORMS FOR THE $1250 DISTRICT AUTHORITY SCHOLARSHIPS ARE now available from Mr. Choo.
Meet or email him for copy. These scholarships are for achievements in non-academic areas. Deadline: FRIDAY APRIL 24, 2020.
LOBSTICK FOUNDATION offers assistance for girls, with funding for post-secondary education. Can be for university, trades, or entrepreneurial skills education and development. Application by letter - see: www.lopstickfoundation.org to apply, or see Mr. Choo or Ms. Hodgson for details.
Application deadline: April 15, 2020.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS
INTRAMURAL SOCCER will start after Spring Break. Sign your team up and hand form in to Sutty in the gym by Friday March 13th.
ANY STUDENTS INTERESTED IN UMPIRING EITHER BASEBALL OR SOFTBALL - training provided (including at Parkland Secondary), pre-registration required, and job pays well. Contact: Umpire in Chief, Peninsula Softball and Baseball 250-884-9389, or see www.softball.bc.ca for softball, or www.bcbua.ca for baseball.
CAREER CENTRE: SPECIAL PROGRAMS, TRAVEL, WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB & VOLUNTEER POSTINGS: see Ms. McNamee for details
YETI - YOUTH EMPLOYMENT TOUR OF INDUSTRY: Epicure, Bionomics, Redlen, AML Oceangraphic, Canoe Cove, Quester Tangent, VIH Helicopters Schneider Electric - mid-February through March 12.
*** MINI MED SCHOOL - GRADE 10 TO 12 STUDENTS WITH A PASSION FOR SCIENCE AND HEALTH RESEARCH. Engage with world-class researchers; explore diverse careers in science and medicine; network with like-minded students from across Vancouver Island. VICTORIA event: THURSDAY APRIL 2, 2020 FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 3:30 P.M., @ ROYAL B.C. MUSEUM, VICTORIA. B.C. CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL health science youth outreach program connects high school students and teachers with big ideas, big discoveries, big names in health research. First-come, first serve. For schedule, free admission, registration: www.minimedschoolbc.ca.
*** dream it - be it - CAREER SUPPORT FOR GIRLS: Workshops and Exhibits for those who self-identify as female, ages 15 to 24; THURSDAY APRIL 16, 2020 ! Chiefs' & Petty Officers' Mess, Esquimalt. from 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR FUTURE, BELIEVE IN YOURSELF, FIND YOUR WAY FORWARD! See Ms. Hodgson to sign up!
*** LADIES ADVANCING DIVERSITY IN INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT (LADI) invites female high school students to attend an event FRIDAY APRIL 24 @ 750 Pandora from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., free of charge, including lunch and snacks! This event is designed to inspire female high school students to consider a career in finance. Topics include: equities, fixed i ncome, private markets and resume tips specific to this field, all led by investment professionals. Both theory and hands-on activities included in this fun, social and inclusive learning environment. Interested grade 11 and 12 female students please contact Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp for registration.
*** BALANCING OUR MINDS: Community Youth Summit - Thursday May 7, 2020 - from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Ecole Secondarie Esquimalt. One day free event focused on youth mental health - increase knowledge about mental health and substance use; build awareness of mental health toold; decrease stigma toward individuals experiencing metal challenges; generate ideas to promote mental health and wellness in your school community. See Ms. Hodgson in Counselling if interested in attending.
NEW JOBS: make an application for a great part-time job! See Ms.McNamee for My Blueprint or resume assistance!
SIDNEY / NORTH SAANICH LIBRARY IS HIRING! Looking for two pages to join the team. Please share information link below with
other students who may be interested in applying. Closing date: March 18. See: virl.bc.ca/jobs/library-page-si-2/.
*** COAST CAPITAL YOUTH INTERN PROGRAM: a year long paid work experience opportunity, with professional training. Grade 11 or 12 students may apply. Deadline for applications: April 10, 2020. See Ms. McNamee for details!
***LOCAL FAMILY SEEKING STUDENT for yard work, lawn mowing, weeding, etc., on a regular basis. The last student who worked for them was employed for three years! Great cash wage. See Ms. McNamee asap!
SIDNEY ALEXANDER'S COFFEE IS HIRING! Lovely coffee and bake shop, take in your resume!
SIDNEY SHOPPER'S DRUG MART IS HIRING! Great first part-time job! Take in resume and fill in application!
SIDNEY BAKERY IS HIRING! See Ms. McNamee for details. Excellent entry level job!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH PANORAMA RECREATION: Day Camp leaders, Day Camp Assistant positions. Work Pro-D days, and Spring Break. See Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp for further information, and application details.
PENINSULA CO-OP IS HIRING! See Ms. McNamee for details on making an application.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
YEP PROGRAM will be ramping up for spring - looking for yardwork students, spring fling volunteers, markets, and various community celebrations that require volunteer support. ALSO: spaces available in RETAIL TRAINING PROGRAM - SEE Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp to register.
INFORMATION SESSIONS: TRAINING AND SPECIAL COURSES OFFERED:
*** LOOKING FOR A CAREER PROGRAM IN TECHNOLOGY? Want to explore Engineering, Electronics, Computers, Math and Physics? Camosun is offering a Technology Program for 5 months starting September 2020. This is an excellent opportunity to explore TECHNOLOGY with other students from all over Greater Victoria. See Ms. McNamee ASAP if you are interested - applications due soon!
TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - ACADEMIC SUPPORT:
1. AFTER SCHOOL TUTORIAL - for making up tests & assignments: M / T / T from 3:30 to 4 p.m. (Room 204);
W / F from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. (Room 204)
2. AFTER SCHOOL MATH HELP CENTRE - for extra Math help (any level): Wednesday from 2 TO 3:30 p.m. (Room 201)
BAND - MUSIC REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:
JAZZ BAND - M & W a.m.; CONCERT BAND - T & T a.m.; CHOIR - F a.m. Start times EACH DAY: classes run from 7:00 to 8:20 a.m..
PARKLAND CAFETERIA: now open!
MAIN DISHES: Perogies & Sausages - Butter Chicken on Rice - Fried Rice with Tofu - Sugar Waffles - Hot Dogs
SPECIALS: SOUP, SALAD, SANDWICHES: Veggies & Dip - Pulled Pork Tacos
BAKED GOODS AND SWEET TREATS: Blueberry Bran Muffins - Squares - Cookies
Note: prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - purchase from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, see front office.
CLUBS, Sports teams, INTEREST GROUPS, WEEKLY MEETINGS:
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1. LEADERSHIP - Tuesday and Wednesday @ lunch in the Theatre - see Ms. Frith or Mr. Mickelson
2. DUNGEONS & DRAGONS - Wednesday @ after school 2 p.m. in Room 200 - see Ms. Zeindler
3.CROSS COUNTRY - Wednesday and Friday @ after school 2:15 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the Track - see Ms. Dibblee
4. TECH CLUB - Thursday @ lunch in the Library / Learning Commons - see Mr. Mueller
5. ASL / SIGN LANGUAGE - Friday @ lunch in Room 206 - see Ms. Bancroft
6. KNITTING CLUB - Friday @ lunch, Room 200 - see Ms. Zeindler.
7. to come: DANCE CLUB (see Ms. Frith)
BASKETBALL, SOCCER, BADMINTON, other groups, teams, and clubs to be announced.