Parkland Daily News
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ Day 2
If you ordered Blueberry Plants from either our Grads or our Band students, the plants have arrived and can be picked up at the front office.
School Bus registration for 2021/22 is now open until June 30, 2021. You will need your student number to register for transportation - generally, 7 digits. Registration Home Page.
Q3 Report Cards were distributed last Friday and can now be picked up at the office.
Time for a haircut or maybe a new style? Our own Laura Pettinger and Zafiya Woods are working at Studio 63. Call for an appointment and support your talented Panthers!!
This week's afternoon music is brought to you by Mr. Andulajevict!!
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 ceremony packages have been distributed. Please complete and return to the office by tomorrow. Also make sure you have signed up for the ceremony filming day.
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. We also have a few crewnecks and hoodies for sale, $45 & $50.
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:
Practices after school ~ everyone welcome!
Celebrating Youth Week, check out this event: Indigenous Mixed Media & the Arts on Thursday, May 6th, from 1 till 3 pm. Panelists will share their journey through the arts and answer questions from participants. The event will finish with a presentation with information on local and provincial Mixed Media & the Arts grants and mentorship opportunities, and opportunities to watch for!!!
Careers Education Newsletter for April. make sure you check out the Upcoming events.
Make an application for a great part-time job! Please contact Ms. McNamee for My Blueprint or resume help!
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
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
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: Baron of Beef & Fries // Chicken Souvlaki with Greek Salad // Chicken Noodle Box // Hot Dogs
SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: BLT Bagel // Veggies & Dip
BAKED GOODS: Maple Pecan Muffins // Assorted Cookies // Assorted 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 - Ultimate Frisbee @ lunch on the Upper Field
Wednesday's - Chess Club in Rm 106 @ lunch
Thursday's - Ultimate Frisbee @ lunch on the Upper Field // Indigenous Leadership @ lunch Rm 206
Friday's - Dungeons & Dragons in Rm 200 after school
THANK YOU FOR PRACTICING PHYSICAL DISTANCING & WEARING A MASK - STAY WELL! BE CALM, BE KIND, BE SAFE