Daily Announcements

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

 
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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 26 October 2021, 9:10 AM
 

Tuesday October 26, 2021

Student school bus passes are in, pick up at the front office.

How are your pumpkin carving skills? Parkland is having a virtual pumpkin carving contest so bring out the carving tools and get creative. Take a picture of your finished pumpkin and post it @psspumpkinparty on Instagram. Follow along and then vote for your favourite on the google page. Contest closes Oct 27.

Halloween costume contest Friday October 29, Fashion show and voting in the theatre @ lunch.

October 28 is photo retake day. 11:00-2:00. Give order form and money to photographer.

The School Board Office has a Strategic Plan for 2022-2027 and is conducting a consultation survey, your support and voice are appreciated.

All school fees can now be paid online. Example: math or science workbooks, cafeteria cards, spirit wear, grad wear, team hoodies, class trips.

Numeracy & Literacy Assessments are Nov 1-5. See schedule. Talk to Mr. Earnshaw if you have questions.

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 (online) - 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.

Daily Health Check info notice.


ALL GRADS: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND GRAD INFORMATION: check Admission & Scholarships 2021-2022 Google Classroom for details.

Grad crewnecks and hoodies, order form available now. Deadline to order is November 15. Pay online.

Grad Photo Week is this week, by appointment only, book now. Province: BC  //  City: North Saanich   (no code required)

Grad Parent virtual info night is November 4 @ 6:00pm.

Grad Parent social and fundraiser Nov 6 & 20 at Brentwood Bay Brewsky's Taphouse 2:00-4:00.


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Ruby Broadbent is an Island champ!!  What an accomplishment!   Big congrats to Ruby!!!  Our  2 other Panther runners did awesome as well!  Marie Meyer-Piton placed 4th and Jule Meiners had one of her best races!  Great coaching by Ms. Dibblee!!!

Intramural Volleyball  schedule for this week:

Monday - Mr. Worldwide vs Kelsey Dowd  //  The Educators vs International
Tuesday - Boi vs Overated  //  Mr. Worldwide vs International
Thursday - Mr. Worldwide vs The Educators  //  Kelsey Dowd vs Boi

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


CAREER CENTRE:

Have you ever thought of working with animals?  Check out this free event



The Youth Employment Program Providers (YEPP) of Victoria presents four virtual info sessions from 23 customized youth employment programs on all the supports we offer to help youth find employment.  Come join us to learn about all the amazing programs for youth ages 15 to 30! Register for free today.


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.

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

Early Childhood/Learning Care.  Interested in working with young children in a Daycare/Preschool setting.  Amazing opportunity for a grade 12 student interested in this career field.  See Ms. McNamee on Wednesday.

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 - 
Tuesday's - Gardening Club after school in library courtyard garden
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:  Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Bowl  //  Penne Pasta & Sausages  //  Chicken Quesadillas  //  Hot Dogs

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

BAKED GOODS: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins  //  Rice Krispie Squares

Cafeteria punch card $25.00.  Order online.

TUTORIALS & COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE - ACADEMIC SUPPORT: 

Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204.

Math Centre help: Wednesday's after school in Room 201.

A copy of the announcements is posted on the wall outside of the main office.