Daily Announcements

Tuesday, November 24, 2020

 
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Tuesday, November 24, 2020
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 24 November 2020, 9:08 AM
 

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:

Tuesday November 24, 2020    ~ DAY 2 

Report Cards were distributed yesterday.

Central Saanich Little League Registration information. Ages 13-16

Just a reminder for Grade 9 students/parents, the Immunization forms are now over due, please return them to the office asap.

Quarter 2 Bus Routes - Morning pick up will remain the same, to bring you to school. Lunch time – return home from school – go to the bus loop right after your Block 1 class. After school buses run at regular time to take you home.

The Parkland Track 2021 campaign has been officially launched.  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.

Are you a student who is interested in local government, city design, environment or business?  Are you looking for something interesting to do and add to your resume?  The Town of Sidney has put together committees to make plans for the future and is looking for one or two students to represent the youth voice and attend the following planning sessions (one or two students per session):

**Business & Industry: Friday, December 4th from 9:00am – 12:00pm
**Downtown Sidney: Friday, December 4th from 1:00pm – 3:00pm
**Waterfront & Environment: Friday, December 4th from 3:30pm – 5:30pm
**Multi-Family Residential Areas: Saturday, December 5th from 9:00am – 12:00pm
**Single-Family Residential Areas: Saturday, December 5th from 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Please see Ms. Gribling or Ms. Chicanot in the office if you are interested.


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 (Hair Salon) 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.


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

The Grad Winter "Mask"querade will be taking place on Thursday December 3rd from 5-8pm.  This event includes dinner, a dance, and a number of other activities and will be held here at school.  Because of the highly successful grad bottle drive the tickets will only be $10 and need to be purchased by Tuesday December 1st from Ms. Bennett in the office.  Permission letter will be available in the office and need to be signed by students and parents. 

To get up to date information of what will be happening this year for your Grad please send an email to Parklandgradparents@gmail.com

Also, please subscribe to the Grad Forum on the Parkland website.  Another great way to keep up with Grad information.
If you have any questions, please send an email to Parklandgradparents@gmail.com

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:

Congratulations to Isaac Wilson for finishing 8th out of 247 runners in the BC School Sports Senior Boys 3K Provincial Pandemic Challenge. The Cross Country Team thanks you for representing our school so well!

Volleyball players: Games will continue with a maximum of three teams present each day:
Wednesday (Nov 25) 2:15-4:15 Grade 9 practice only
Thursday (Nov 26): 3:15-5:15pm Three teams - see instagram schedule

Monday, November 30th - Girls Volleyball Only
Thursday, December 3rd - No volleyball - Grad Winter Celebration
Monday, December 7th - Boys Volleyball Only

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

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!

HighTechU has been granted funds through the extended Canada Summer Jobs program to hire a number of High-School Software Development Interns part-time starting at the end of November until the end of February 2021.
Applicants must be currently registered in a BC high-school and must be over the age of 15 to be eligible (see job description for details).
More details on the application process and the job description can be found at: https://github.com/hightechu/internship-application-CSJ-2020   SEE MS MAC ASAP!!!


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:

District Career Program now accepting applications - Are you ATHLETIC, COLLABORATIVE, MATHEMATICAL, PRECISE, TACTILE?
Do you like working with WOOD?  Then you should think about applying for the STAC- Carpentry Apprentice Program Q3 and Q4
Students are immersed in the "Level One" Carpentry curriculum where they learn the basics of constructing a wood frame structure from the bare ground to the roof top.
Students who successfully complete STAC may transition to Camosun College to participate in a regular 7-Week Level 1 Carpentry Apprenticeship Program.      See Ms. Mac for more Info!

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: Shepherd's Pie  //  Fried Rice with Tofu  //  Beef Soft Taco  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Grilled Panini  //  Breakfast Buns  //  Garden Salad  //  Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS: Morning Glory Muffin  // assorted cookies

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 see Mr. Nielsen) TECH CLUB (see Mr. Mueller); YEARBOOK CLUB (see Ms. Poon); 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