Daily Announcements

Wednesday, November 10, 2021

 
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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
by Carol Gribling - Wednesday, 10 November 2021, 9:16 AM
 

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 ~ Remembrance Day Ceremonies ~ Lest We Forget

Our school music program is holding a Purdy’s fundraiser, order deadline is November 24. Online ordering and paying only.

Our leadership class is holding a donation drive for the Home is Where the Heart is Foundation. Items to donate are: winter clothes, toiletries, non-perishable food items and backpacks to put everything in. Items can be dropped off at the office.

Congratulations to Ruby Broadbent winning GOLD at the BC High School Senior Girls Cross Country Provincial Championships!! 
She did not just WIN but left her opponents in the mud...the next runner was 40 seconds behind her on the Jericho Beach Course. It was a muddy, rainy, wet, and cold race but she was SIMPLY AMAZING with a winning time of 17 minutes 42 seconds for 5 km. She lead the race from the start with a field of 233 runners behind her and showed some serious Panther Pride. Way to go Ruby!

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: class workbooks, cafeteria cards, spirit wear, grad wear, team hoodies, class trips.

Saanich International Student Program (SISP) is actively looking for new Host Families for our international students joining us in January/February, as well as host families who would like to be available on short notice for students currently here. Sign up for a no-commitment consultation with one of our Homestay Coordinators or start your application to become a host family!

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.  Baked goods and juice boxes available.  .25 cents per item.

Order Parkland spirit wear! Forms at front office - email your order to cgribling@saanichschools.ca 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.


PARKLAND CAFETERIA: 

MAIN:  Burger & Fries  //  Butter Chicken on Rice  //  Tofu Stirfry  //  Chili Dogs //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES:  Tuna Melt  //  Veggies & Dip

BAKED GOODS: Lemon Blueberry Muffins  //  Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cafeteria punch card $25.00.  Pay online.


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Attention Jr Boys Basketball players There is Open Gym on Saturday Nov. 13 2pm-4pm and Practice on Wednesday Nov. 17th 2-4pm.

Intramural Volleyball Semis schedule next week:

Monday - Internationals vs Boi
Tuesday - Educators vs Overated
Thursday - Monday's winner vs Tuesday's winner

CAREER CENTRE:

Are you interested in the history of our Town of Sidney? Sidney Museum is looking for help with the upkeep and organization of the archives and with visitor reception. See Ms. Mac or the job board for more details

Monday November 22, at lunch in the Learning Commons, a Camosun College recruiter will be coming to our school to speak to any grade 12's interested in attending Camosun in the future!  They will talk about everything from Engineering Programs, Nursing, Trades, Arts and Science, Sports and Athletic Therapy, and University Transfers. Please stop by and see Ms. McNamee and let her know you are interested in attending.All are welcome!!

Want to work in Early Childhood Education (ECE) The South Island Partnership has been chosen by the Ministry of Education to be one of ten sites across the province to deliver dual credit ECE courses during the 2022 calendar year. We have been awarded special funding to deliver a five-course cluster of dual credit courses that are part of Camosun's Early Learning & Care (ELC) program, running February - June 2022.


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.

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

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".  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 see Ms. Mac if you are interested.  There are also seats for paying adults!!

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


Grad lanyards have arrived, $5.00 each, available at the front office.

If you missed the Grad Parent info night, here is a link to the slide show.

Monday November 22, at lunch in the Learning Commons, a Camosun College recruiter will be coming to our school to speak to any grade 12's interested in attending Camosun in the future!  They will talk about everything from Engineering Programs, Nursing, Trades, Arts and Science, Sports and Athletic Therapy, and University Transfers. Please stop by and see Ms. McNamee and let her know you are interested in attending. All are welcome!!

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

Grad Parent fundraiser Nov 20, 2:00-4:00 at Brentwood Bay Brewsky’s Taphouse. Meat Draws & 50/50 draw - if you’d like to help out, please email Jen parklandgradparents@gmail.com.  Alternatively, support the fundraiser by coming by - grab a table, have a drink & a bite to eat and purchase some Meat Draw & 50/50 tickets. Tons of fun & support local businesses - meat from Fraser Orr Butcher.


BAND - MUSIC - CHOIR: Morning classes all year @ 7:00 am:

Monday: Jazz Band
Tuesday: Concert Band
Wednesday: Jazz Band
Thursday: Concert Band
Friday: Choir


TUTORIALS, COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE & ACADEMIC SUPPORT: 

Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204.

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


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 - NaNoWriMo - writing workshop in Library after school
Tuesday's - Gardening Club after school in library courtyard garden  //  NaNoWriMo - writing workshop in Library at lunch
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

Upcoming Days of Note:
November 11 - Remembrance Day - no school
November 12 - Non-Instructional Day - no classes
November 19 - Fancy Friday (dress up day)
November 19 - Report Cards go home 1:50
November 25 - Early closure 2:00 - W/F schedule
November 25 - Parent/Teacher interviews 5:00-7:00 (by appt only)
November 19-24 - call in for your P/T interview appts 250-655-2700

That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!