PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:
Tuesday September 29, 2020 DAY 1
Bus passes are in, pickup yours in the front office.
Just a reminder that student drop off/pick up is in the parking lot by the tennis courts. Or you can use the bus loop.
Parents here is more information on the Daily Health Screening Process.
This is an important reminder for all grade 11 students. Every grade 11 student must complete the grade 11 portion of CLC which is called CLC 12A. There are two ways of doing CLC 12A--it can be done with Mr. Thomas after school on Wednesdays or through SIDES. Please see a counsellor ASAP if you need help registering for this class.
Registration has just opened for the BC Provincial Drama Teachers' Conference. It is happening on Friday October 23rd 2020. It is live, virtual and relevant to the challenges we are all facing this year! the cost is $15 for Thespians, $25 for non-Thespians! This is an affordable and accessible alternative to travelling to individual campuses. And because the event is all online, costs are lower! Students on the fence about doing theatre in college are encouraged to try out, meet with representatives, and learn more about their options! Register here!! Instructions, requirements, and the application form are all available here. Applications and fees must be submitted online by Wednesday, October 14.
VFS events for students: https://vfs.edu/events/vfs-open-house-2020
We have new ongoing offers for potential students to receive exclusive tips and insight from our Admissions Team, all for FREE! These monthly sessions are designed to help you apply your creativity for success in post-secondary studies.
VFS Workrooms | Various dates
- Show, Don’t Tell: Principles of Storytelling
- Find Your Voice: How to Build a Creative Portfolio
Learn more and apply HERE
ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION: check Admission & Scholarships 2020-2021 Google Classroom for details.
Attention Grad 2021, there will be a grad committee meeting TODAY, Tuesday Sept 29 out on the track at lunch.
The second Pinnie order closes this Friday! Get your last chance Purple Grad Pinnie by paying Mrs. Bennett at the office.
Grad spirit week and gotcha starting Tuesday October 5th! Check the Instagram for details! Also, follow @ParklandGotcha2021, and @ParklandGradDresses_2021 for more info!
Canadian University Event (CUE) connecting students to the finest port-secondary opportunities across Canada. Register for free live virtual events Sept 28-Oct 9. https://cuebc.org/
Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarships offers a $5000 scholarship for a student with critical financial need (ie. $65,000 or less annual nets income per family) Deadline to apply is October 26, 2020.
Mr. Choo will post scholarship information on "Admission & Scholarships 2020-2021" Google Classroom. Check periodically. Read the criteria and instructions carefully and observe deadlines stringently. Information about each scholarship will be provided and the relevant application form will be attached.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Will the following Intramurals students meet Mr. Sutton in the Gym at lunch on Wednesday Sept 30th: Helmut Arias Rodriguez, Joey Halasz, Eva Spence Spencer Harman & Zack Byers.
Attention all Volleyball players: Volleyball practices will be starting up again. You cannot practice until your permission time play forms are submitted. Please pick up a form from your coach or the office this week.
Meeting after school for Senior volleyball players is on Wednesday in the gym at 2pm.
Meeting after school for Junior volleyball players is on Thursday at 3:10pm.
CAREER CENTRE: WORK EXPERIENCE, JOB & VOLUNTEER POSTINGS, special PROGRAMS, EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL:
make an application for a great part-time job! Please contact Ms. McNamee for My Blueprint or resume help!
EPICURE IS HIRING: temporary full-time work available, hiring up to 15 students for seasonal work - 7 days per week, 2 shifts per week available. $15.25 to $16.25 per hour. See CAREERS link to JOB OPPORTUNITIES on Parkland website.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: check VOLUNTEERING on Parkland website, via CAREERS LINK.
TRAINING, APPRENTICESHIPS, AND SPECIAL COURSES OFFERED:
SD 63 SAANICH offers CAREER PROGRAMS as follows: please contact Ms. McNAMEE- ASAP - if you are interested in these amazing educational opportunities! Grades 10 & 11 students, contact Ms. McNamee to explore adds to your schedule, and possible school credits.
WORK EXPERIENCE 12A & 12B - 100 to 120 hours of on-site job training; 4 credits each course; @ ALL locations; Semester 1 and 2.
TRADE EXPLORATION: TEX - 4 TRADES - carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding; 16 credits, @ Claremont; Quarter 3 & 4.
SIP PROGRAMS / COURSES: Be a college student while still in high school! Business, Health, Human Services, Arts and Science; Technology. Programs and Courses offered at Camosun, tuition fees sponsored by SD63.
EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES:
STUDY AND GO ABROAD - VIRTUAL EDUCATION FAIRS upcoming: see info@studyandgoabroad.com; link to study in Europe; degrees down under; studies and scholarships USA; highlights at Canadian Universities, Hong Kong, learn a language on line, and more. Scholarships Canada booth - link for information on scholarships. many choices. Check out the WEBINARS - wide range of topics.
TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - ACADEMIC SUPPORT:
After school tutorial has started - Wednesday's and Friday's 2:00 - 3:30 in the Learning Center.
After School Math Tutorial Now Running (Virtually!)
- Personal Meeting ID: 928 008 6932
- Password: Math20
BAND - MUSIC - CHOIR - MORNING REHEARSALS ALL YEAR: Starting this week
Monday: Jazz Band
Tuesday: Woodwinds
Wednesday: Jazz Band
Thursday: Brass/percussion/bass
Friday: Choir
PARKLAND CAFETERIA:
MAIN: Chicken Strips & Fries // Mac & Cheese // Beef Stroganoff // Hot Dog
SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: Chicken Caesar Wrap // Chicken Noodle Soup // Veggies & Dip
BAKED GOODS: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin // Cinnamon Buns // Ginger Snap cookies
Note: prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - cash purchase from Cafeteria. To use debit or credit card to purchase Cafeteria card, see or telephone Parkland accounts office, 250-655-2736.
CLUBS, SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, WEEKLY MEETINGS:
SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS are available through the school year, usually at lunchtime, sometimes after school hours, through the school year. Opportunity to make new friends, try a new skill, play and learn - including:
LEADERSHIP; DUNGEONS & DRAGONS; CROSS COUNTRY; TECH CLUB; ASL / SIGN LANGUAGE; KNITTING CLUB; YEARBOOK CLUB; DANCE; BASKETBALL, SOCCER, BADMINTON, SWIMMING, RUGBY, TRACK TEAM, ENVIRONMENTAL, GRAD, COMMITTEE, and more.
PRACTICE PHYSICAL DISTANCING - WASH YOUR HANDS; WEAR A MASK - STAY WELL, AND KEEP OTHERS SAFE!
BE CALM, BE SAFE, BE KIND