Daily Announcements

Tuesday, March 30, 2021

 
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Tuesday, March 30, 2021
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 30 March 2021, 9:01 AM
 

PARKLAND DAILY NEWS:

Tuesday March 30, 2021  ~      DAY 1  

Despite all of our setbacks this year, we have created a production that we are immensely proud of! Our musical, THE HIGHLIGHT REEL, A DECADE IN REVIEW is live.  Our “show run” will last until tonight.  You will be able to access the link to the show via the Parkland Website.

Come join Ms Wilson and Mr Horncastle on the rugby field at lunchtime today and Thursday this week if you are interested in learning the basics of Ultimate Frisbee! No experience necessary, everyone welcome! Meet at start of lunch in the foyer on Tuesday. We will start this week with learning how to throw and catch. We will be doing the LVISSA Ultimate Challenge Competition starting next week. Come have some fun at lunch!

Important Sailing meeting on Wednesday, March 31 at 2:00 in the main foyer outside the office. Everyone in sailing must attend.  Please see Mrs. Bennett if you have any questions.

Parents/Guardians/Caregivers of Grades 10 & 12 students are asked to completed a Ministry of Education Electronic Anonymous Student Learning Survey, anytime before April 30.

Q3 School bus routes until April 21. Please see routes near you.

The annual Euclid Math Contest from the University of Waterloo will be running again this April. It's a fun opportunity for grade 12 students to stretch their math and problem solving skills, as well as potentially earn some admission/scholarship benefits when applying to their Faculty of Math. See Mr. Morley this week if you would like to register. Cost is between $15 and $20.  


Need any Blueberry plants? Our Grad Class is holding a Blueberry Plant Fundraiser on now through April 10. Order form.

The Saanich School District remains committed to wellness and the promotion of positive health in our schools and communities. These monthly snapshots are an invitation to learn together as we foster and promote positive health in our own lives, and the lives of those around us.  Please follow the link to access our March Snapshot on Resilience. 

Interested in the IB (International Baccalaureate) program?   If you are a student in Grades 8, 9,or 10 and would like to learn more or apply, check out the Parkland IB website at http://www.parklandib.ca/    See Ms. Stinson or Mr. Mueller for more information

A reminder to order your Year Book - $45. Call 250-655-2736 to order and pay over the phone.

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 this 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. We also have a Go Fund Me page. It will take a village to raise the money needed but we can do it!

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


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

Grads--are you interested in applying to be a Valedictorian, an MC, or a Musical Performer for the 2021 Grad??  Application forms are now available at the office or through the Grad 2021 Google Classroom.  Applications are due April 1st.  Please see Ms. Chicanot or Ms. Thompson if you have questions about this process.

Grad photos are now finished at the school, if you still want photos or retakes, please contact Life Touch directly -  250-744-4100.

The Grad lanyards are available at the office $5 each.

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

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:

Intramural Badminton schedule:
March 30 - Winne POV vs Muddy ditch
                - Smashed vs International Champs
                - Young Cats vs The Smashers
                - 24 Hour Rule vs BAD-minton

April 1      - Got Milk vs Smashed
                 - Spicy Avocado vs Dog Water
                 - Badminton Bros vs BAD-minton
                 - Dream Team vs Muddy Ditch

When intramurals are not playing the lunch time gym schedule is:
Monday's Grade 9
Tuesday's Grade 10
Thursday's Grade 11
Friday's Grade 12


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!

Have you ever thought about becoming an Engineer? TEAC may be for you. Come by and see Ms. McNamee for more information on this course.

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 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 7:00 am:

Monday: Jazz Band
Tuesday: Woodwinds
Wednesday: Jazz Band
Thursday: Brass / Percussion / Bass
Friday: Choir


PARKLAND CAFETERIA:

MAIN:  Butter Chicken on Rice with Veggies  // Chicken Nuggets  //  Personal Pizza  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Breakfast Wraps  //  Clubhouse  //  Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS: Morning Glory Muffins  //  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 held at lunchtime or after school through the school year. A great opportunity to make new friends, try a new skill, play, learn and have some fun:

Monday's - Grad Committee - every second Monday in the Foods Rm @ lunch

Tuesday's - 

Wednesday's - Chess Club in the library @ lunch

Thursday's - Knitting/Crocheting Club in Rm 210 @ lunch  //  Indigenous Leadership @ lunch Rm 206

Friday's - Dungeons & Dragons in Rm 200 afterschool


THANK YOU FOR PRACTICING PHYSICAL DISTANCING & WEARING A MASK - STAY WELL!       BE CALM, BE KIND, BE SAFE


 
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