Daily Announcements

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

 
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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
by Carol Gribling - Tuesday, 15 March 2022, 9:02 AM
 

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Course selection forms for next year are now overdue, please return your completed form to the office asap.

There is an informational meeting tomorrow at lunch in the Learning Commons for all students interested in the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

There will be a sailing meeting tomorrow at 2:05 in the Career Centre. All sailors please attend this important meeting.

Do you like music? If so, I invite you to be part of Locura de Marzo (March Madness), a worldwide music contest and vote for your favourite songs daily. This project is an excellent way to listen to some new songs and to engage with Hispanic culture and language. The contest and voting has started, check out the display board in the front foyer.

Here's how you can vote:
1. Scan the QR code of the songs of the day
2. Listen or watch the songs
3. Vote for your favourite song with the link provided
4. That's it!

Library March Madness! Vote for Parkland's favourite book (Week 3) by filling out the form. There is a new vote link each week as the bracket gets smaller and smaller. The final vote will be on March 17 and 18!  Make sure to also enter your name and your guess of which book will win in the box in the library for a chance to win a copy of the winning book!

Are you interested in learning more or applying to the IB program?   Did you know that you can take only one or a few IB classes?   Find out more about the benefits of IB for University preparation, academic skill-building and becoming part of this dynamic group for Sept 2022!   Check out our IB website at www.parklandib.ca , contact Erin Stinson at estinson@saanichschools.ca or Wendy Anderson at wanderson@saanichschools.ca.  


Transportation (school bus info) can be found on Twitter by searching SD63bus or https://twitter.com/sd63bus

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.

BC Covid 19 Thrive Health App, self assessment and information notice.


PARKLAND CAFETERIA:  

MAIN: Phad Thai with Tofu //  Butter Chicken on Rice  //  Baron of Beef & Fries  //  Personal Pizza  //  Hot Dogs

SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: Breakfast Wrap  //  Veggies & Dip (V)

BAKED GOODS: Double Chocolate Muffin  //  Assorted Cookies

The Cafeteria has a debit tap machine or you can use a Cafeteria punch card $25.00.  Pay online.


ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:

There is a Track and Field meeting at lunch tomorrow to get permission forms and sign up for the track events!! Don't miss it...there will be treats!!!

Want to play badminton? The first Badminton Club meeting will be this Friday 2:00-3:15 in the gym. All players are welcome.

Congrats to the Staff team for being the Intramural Basketball Champions. Stay tuned after Spring Break for the next intramural challenge.


CAREER CENTRE:

UBC is hosting a virtual Engineering for the Future event for girls March 26 @ 10:00am. 

Women in Trades and Technology Exploration Day at Camosun April 21st . Enjoy a day of trades and tech introduction and exploration in 8 different areas through fun, hands on Activities. See Mrs. McNamee if you are interested in attending.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:  Check out the job board or see Ms. McNamee for more details if you are interested in any of the following:

Sidney Pier Hotel is looking for employees!!! They are looking for energetic, team-oriented individuals to join our housekeeping team at this upscale boutique property. If you are looking for a job this Spring Break here is your chance!! See Ms. Mac for more details our on the indeed website!

Pharmasave is hiring. Great starter job 9 hours a week at Pharmasave delivering blister packs!! If you love walking or riding your bike and have 2-3 hours after school 3 days a week this job is for YOU! See Ms. Mac ASAP!!!

United Engineering Ltd. has immediate openings for entry level labourers at their steel fabrication plant in Sidney. This could be part time now and full time in the summer. There is on-the-job training and wages are above minimum.  Shifts would be 4 pm – 8 pm. See Ms. Mac for more details. 

Do you want to work in the trades industry?  The Federal Government (Fleet Maintenance Facility) is accepting applications for jobs in a variety of trades as part of the Federal Student Work Experience Program 2022. A great opportunity which could lead to a lifelong career!  See Ms. Mac for more information on applying. 

Need Volunteer hours? The Sidney by the Sea Rotary Club is looking for a student to:
  • operate Zoom meetings for the club
  • start as soon as possible as an understudy to the current Zoom Master
  • Zoom meetings are early on Thursday mornings
  • see Mr. Choo for Rotary contact

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


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

Grad Hoodies and Crewnecks have arrived, pick yours up at the office.

Grad Parents require 1 additional parent volunteer for the Grad Breakfast on Friday, April 8, 6:00-8:30. Please email Jen at parklandgradparents@gmail.com if you can help out.

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

There is one Grad pinnie for sale in the office $34.00 size Medium.


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 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 - 
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  //  Yearbook class after school
Thursday's - 
Friday's - GSA @ lunch in the Textiles Rm  //  D & D after school in Rm 200  //  Badminton Club after school in the gym

Upcoming Days of Note:
March 21 - April 1 - Spring Break
April 4 - School back in session
April 7 - Early dismissal - 2:00 - Wed/Fri bell schedule
April 8 - Grad breakfast 7:30 followed by Assembly in Block 1
April 12 - Grade 12 Capstone Presentation day
April 14 - End of Term 3
April 15 - Good Friday - no school
April 18 - Easter Monday - no school
April 22 - Report Cards out in TAG
April 25 - NID - no classes
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!