Daily Announcements

Thursday, October 14, 2021

 
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Thursday, October 14, 2021
by Carol Gribling - Thursday, 14 October 2021, 9:09 AM
 

Thursday October 14, 2021

The District has introduced a new online payment system to make it easier to pay online, the portal is now open. Parents can also pay for: cafeteria cards, math or science workbooks and spirit wear.

Youth Health Clinic is every Thursday night 5:30-7:30 @ Shoreline Medical Clinic.

The PAC Breakfast Program will be Thursday's and Friday's 7:45-8:20. .25 cents per item.  Baked goods and juice boxes available.

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.

Grad Photo Week is October 25-29, by appointment only, book now. Province: BC  //  City: North Saanich

There is a Grad Parent Meeting tonight @ 7:00pm in the Learning Commons, all grad parents are invited to attend.


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Any girls or boys interesting in participating in the Sunday Run & Gun Basketball League, please see Ms. Gribling in the office for your consent form.

Intramural Volleyball is starting this week.  Please see Mr. Sutton in the PE office to get your sign-up form if you would like to participate in Volleyball games at lunch.

Anyone wanting to play basketball this year, boys or girls, please see Ms. Gribling in the office.


CAREER CENTRE:


UBC Engineering Open House online: Saturday, November 6 will provide presentations about admissions, Co-op, the student experience and all of our engineering programs from both campuses will have virtual booths. Register to attend online.  They also have All Girls Events throughout October.

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.

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:  Pork Noodle Box  //  Tomato Tortellini  //  Lumpia  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Breakfast Wrap  //  Chicken Quesadillas  //  Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS: Double Chocolate Muffins  //  Assorted Cookies

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.

Math Centre help: Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 201.

THANK YOU FOR KEEPING OUR SCHOOL SAFE - STAY WELL!       BE CALM, BE KIND, BE SAFE