Daily Announcements

Monday, November 1, 2020

 
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Monday, November 1, 2020
by Carol Gribling - Monday, 2 November 2020, 8:59 AM
 

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:

Monday November 2, 2020     DAY 1 

Today is the official launch day of the Parkland Track 2021 campaign.  You will notice posters in the school and around the community advertizing this campaign.  We hope to raise enough money by June of next year to replace the track over the summer.  Please spread the word about this exciting new project and check out the website at www.parklandtrack2021.com .  There is a DONATE NOW button on the website for those interested in donating.

Join Mr Nielsen and your fellow students Tuesday after school to watch the last hour of the last presidential debate in an academic setting. Students who are interested Go to room 113 at 3:10.  Students will be able to explore the ideas in the debate using critical thinking.  They will also be looking at the quality of the debate using logical fallacies. Come join Mr Nielsen in room 113 after school today.

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

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

Studio 63 is open for business. Call now to book your hair cuts, styling and colours.

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.

PAC has The Breakfast Program starting up this week.  It will look a little different this year as we continue to be safe.
Monday, Tuesday and Friday before school.  Muffins and juice .25 cents each.

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

Grad bottle drive November 7 ~ 11-3 in the tennis court parking lot, or call the school if you want your bottles picked up, 250-655-2700.

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.  

Are you thinking about life after high school? Our District Indigenous Post-Secondary Liaison Shane Hartman is at Parkland every Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm in the Cultural room to answer questions and help you with your Post-Secondary needs. Come visit him for his office hours or email him directly at shartman@saanichschools.ca. 


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Do you want to win some Parkland swag or a cafeteria gift card?  Well, all you have to do to be entered in the draw is run 3km or 5.5 km and show Mr. Sutton or Ms. Dibblee your time and route upon completion. (must be on your smart watch or running app such as Strava).  Every runner will have their name entered in the draw plus the top time for grades 9/10 and 11/12 will also win a prize.  See Sutty or Dibbs if you want more info.  Challenge your friends to get involved.

Intramurals is now up and running within the cohorts.  The lunch time schedule for gym time is as follows:
Monday's Grade 9's in Gym
Tuesday's Grade 10's in gym
Thursday Grade 11's in gym
Friday's Grade 12's in gym

If you are interested in playing on the girls basketball teams this year, please see Ms. Gribling in the office.


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!

Women in Capital Markets SheBiz Event showcasing careers in business and STEM for high school students. WCM SheBiz is a free half-day event for students in grade 9 - 12 (of all genders) that offers unique access to business  and STEM leaders and exposure to diverse and exciting career opportunities in these fields. Since its inception in 2012, this event has inspired countless students to pursue academic and career paths in these disciplines.
This virtual event is Wednesday, November 25th 9:30-12:30   Register here

Needing some volunteer hours?  Beacon Community Services could use your help at their flu clinic on November 7th. 

Please contact volunteer@beacons.ca if you are interested. 

Westwind Hardwood is hiring!!  Are you interested in Joinery??  If you are hardworking and like working with wood....come see Ms Mac

For all those who signed up to meet via ZOOM with the UBC Medical Outreach program we have a date! Thursday, Dec 3 at 11:30 am.
Others are still welcome to join!


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.

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 - 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  //  Spaghetti & Garlic Bread  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Chicken Caesar Wrap  //  Breakfasts Wrap  //  Veggies & Dip

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

Note: prepaid $25 cafeteria cards - cash or cheque 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 (see Ms. Bancroft or Mr. Mickelson); DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (Friday's after school Rm 200); CROSS COUNTRY (see Ms. Dibblee); TECH CLUB (see Mr. Mueller); ASL / SIGN LANGUAGE; KNITTING CLUB; YEARBOOK CLUB (see Ms. Poon); BASKETBALL, SOCCER, BADMINTON,  RUGBY, TRACK TEAM, ENVIRONMENTAL, GRAD, COMMITTEE (meets every second Monday @ lunch in the Foods Room), and more.


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

BE CALM, BE KIND, BE SAFE


 
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