Monday October 4, 2021
The District has introduced a new online payment system to make it easier to pay online, the portal is now open.
School pictures and student cards have arrived - pick up yours in the front foyer.
Dear Parents, Your voice counts and your opinions matter. Interested in joining the PAC? The PAC is looking for someone to help out with the morning Breakfast Program. 7:45-8:20. Contact the PAC at parkland.pac.sd63@gmail.com Breakfast Program starts October 7.
ORDER PARKLAND SPIRIT WEAR! Forms at front office - place your order and pay - pick up at end of the day, at the front office!
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 September
Snapshot on
Managing Stress and Adapting to Change.
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 2021-2022 Google Classroom for details.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Anyone wanting to play basketball this year, boys or girls, please see Ms. Gribling in the office.
October 7 Jr Boys host Volleyball game after school
CAREER CENTRE:
Check out these programs and job opportunities for September!
Parks Canada, in Coastal BC, has
employment opportunities for youth starting this fall or winter. We are looking for Student Promotions Assistant to work on video production and social media
Fantastic opportunity for a student
interested in Multi Media. Peninsula Panthers are looking for an Audio and video savvy person to
create and review footage for a range of promotional and fun videos. Working at the Panthers game and getting a scholarship :)
If you, or anyone you know would be interested please see Ms. Mac ASAP
First Aid registration is now open. The online/classroom course will be Saturday, November 6th, 2021 – 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm @ SHOAL Centre
.
Mariners Pizza is hiring, see Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp for details.
Interested in Health Care profession? Pharmacy? There is a job at Pharmasave in the Pharmacy to work as an assistant!! Amazing job for anyone interested in the medical field! Pharmasave is also hiring front end staff!!
Fresh off the Press....New South Island Partnership Option for Grade 12 students!! If you are interested in Early Childhood Education as a future Career, please come to the Career Center and see Ms. Mac ASAP. In the Early Learning and Care (ELC) program, you'll be provided with cutting edge knowledge and skills to work collaboratively with children, families, professionals and communities. You'll learn to create responsive environments that support each child to reach their potential in every area.
Educational Assistant Program - Are you in Grade 12....thinking of a career in Education? Would like to be an Educational Assistant.
Please come and See Ms. McNamee right away. This Educational Assistant Program is in partnership with Vancouver Island University. Starts Feb 2022.
NEW CAREER PROGRAM - Are you in Grade 12? Interested in the field of Education? Saanich School District, in partnership with Vancouver Island University is offering a new Career Program " Educational Assistant and Community Support Certificate". Fabulous opportunity!!
This is a 7-month full time program, starting in February 2022. It is a DUAL CREDIT program sponsored by the district, so the Tuition is Paid For!
Please walk fast to see Ms. Mac if you are interested. There are also seats for paying adults!!
Other Career Programs staring in February 2022
STAC- District Carpentry Program
TEx- District Trade Sampler- Welding, Electrical, Carpentry and Plumbing
Hair Program with VIU
Amazing opportunity to gain credits, a SKILL and employment!! See Ms. McNamee
Need help with an application? See Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp for help with your resume on My Blueprint.
Come by the Career Centre and check out the JOB BOARD.
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 - Gardening Club after school
Tuesday's - Gardening Club after school
Wednesday's - Chess Club @ lunch Rm 106 // D & D after school in the Learning Commons
Thursday's -
Friday's - GSA @ lunch in the Textiles Rm
BAND - MUSIC - CHOIR -- MORNING REHEARSALS ALL YEAR 7:00 am:Monday: Jazz Band
Tuesday: Concert Band
Wednesday: Jazz Band
Thursday: Concert Band
Friday: Choir
PARKLAND CAFETERIA:
MAIN: Chicken Strips & Fries // Mac & Cheese // Fries // Hot dogs
SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: Breakfast Bun // Chicken Caesar Wraps // Veggies & Dip
BAKED GOODS: Double Chocolate Muffins // Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies // Sunny Lemon Squares
Cafeteria punch card $12.50 or $25.00. Order online or the Parkland accounts office.
TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - ACADEMIC SUPPORT:
Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204.
THANK YOU FOR KEEPING OUR SCHOOL SAFE - STAY WELL! BE CALM, BE KIND, BE SAFE