Daily Announcements

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

 
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 5 October 2021, 9:07 AM
 

Tuesday October 5, 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! 

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.

Work BC Youth Job Blast (jobs and workshops) October issue.

Tim Hortons is hiring, see here for more information.

Mariners Pizza is hiring, see Ms. McNamee or Ms. Beaucamp for details.

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  //  D & D after school in Rm 200

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:  Personal Pizza //  Penne Pasta & Sausages  //  Pad Thai  //  Hot dogs

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

BAKED GOODS: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins  //  Assorted Cookies  //  Rice Krispie 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