Daily Announcements

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

 
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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 13 October 2020, 9:05 AM
 

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:

Tuesday October 13, 2020     DAY 2 - Flip Day

Today (Day 2) is Flip Day, this means that Block 1 moves to alternating days and Block 2 is now every day. Students should have brought  home a notice from each of their teachers with the plan for their class, and School bus routes are changing. Please see routes near you.

School photos have arrived, please pick yours up in the front foyer.

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.

Although we will not be hosting our traditional, annual Terry Fox Run this year at Parkland, students are still encouraged to get out and complete the run on their own and/or donate to our school’s fundraising page. Stay tuned for some other exciting ways to run as part of the Parkland School community this fall. Our school’s fundraising page: http://www.terryfox.ca/ParklandSecondary

Our Breakfast Bagel program will be starting up soon.  PAC is looking for volunteers to help with this important program.  
For only an hour one morning every couple of weeks you can help make sure kids are getting a breakfast before school. 
Please send an email to parkland.pac.sd63@gmail.com if you are able to help.

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. 


ORDER PARKLAND SPIRIT WEAR! Forms at front office - place your order and pay - pick up at end of the day,at the front office! 


ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION: check Admission & Scholarships 2020-2021 Google Classroom for details.

Grad photo week is October 26-30, by appt only. The LifeTouch trailer will be parked outside the main entrance all week. Please register here for photos.

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. See Mr. Choo.

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:

Are you interested in running? Would you like to be part of the Parkland Cross Country Team this year? The first race is this week, and it is a timed 3K or 5.5K run that you complete on your own and submit the times to the league. If you are interested, please see Ms. Dibblee or Mr. Sutton in the gym or send Ms. Dibble an email today. 

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!

Fire Cadet Camp Spring Break March 2021 - Are you interested in being a First Responder!
Fabulous opportunity to attend spring break camp in Metchosin with students from all over the island!
Please see Ms. Mac ASAP as the application is due Oct 23rd!

Parents as Education and Career Coaches – Monday November 9, 7:00-8:30 pm
An interactive workshop (virtual ZOOM session) designed to support parents in guiding their student 
in making informed decisions about their education and career choices after high school. Click to register

YOUTH AT THE BOOTH ELECTION WORKERS - Interested in working as an election official on Saturday, October 24?  Participants can earn at least $350 for attending training and working a full day Youth at the Booth is Elections BC’s program to hire high school students as election officials in the 2020 Provincial General Election.
Applicants must be between 15 and 19 years old, legally entitled to work in Canada,  have a valid SIN and their parent or guardian’s approval to apply.  See the Elections BC web page https://elections.bc.ca/employment/youth-at-the-booth-election-workers/  for all information including how to apply!

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.

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. 


TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - ACADEMIC SUPPORT: 

After school tutorial has started - Wednesday's and Friday's 2:00 - 3:30 in the Learning Center Room 204.

After School Math Tutorial Now Running (Virtually!)
Former Parkland Student and UVic math degree holder Chloe Hegland will be hosting extra-help sessions for math after school on Wednesdays from 2:15 to 3:30. Students will need their own device and Zoom account to join, but can do so from the comfort of their home. Drop in once you are home after school whenever you need help working through problems, require a mini review lesson, or want help studying for a test. The credentials to join are:

  • Personal Meeting ID: 928 008 6932
  • Password: Math20
Contact your math teacher if you have questions or technical issues.

BAND - MUSIC - CHOIR - MORNING REHEARSALS ALL YEAR:

Monday: Jazz Band
Tuesday: Woodwinds
Wednesday: Jazz Band
Thursday: Brass/percussion/bass
Friday: Choir


PARKLAND CAFETERIA:

MAIN: Chicken Strips & Fries //  Mac & Cheese //  Fried Rice  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Chicken Caesar Wraps  //  Pulled Pork Tacos  //  Minestrone Soup  //  Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS: Chocolate Chip Muffin //  Assorted Cookies  //  Rice Krispie Squares

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 (Friday's after school Rm 200)CROSS COUNTRY (see Ms. Dibblee); TECH CLUB (see Mr. Mueller); ASL / SIGN LANGUAGEKNITTING CLUBYEARBOOK CLUB (see Ms. Poon); DANCE;  BASKETBALL, SOCCER, BADMINTON,  RUGBY, TRACK TEAM, ENVIRONMENTAL, GRAD, COMMITTEE (meets every second Monday @ lunch in the Foods Rom), and more.


PRACTICE PHYSICAL DISTANCING - WASH YOUR HANDS - WEAR A MASK - STAY WELL, AND KEEP OTHERS SAFE!

BE CALM, BE SAFE, BE KIND