Thursday, April 21, 2022
School Bus registration is now open for the 2022/23 School Year. Registration open until June 15.
Have you purchased your Parkland Yearbook yet? It is all your Parkland memories stored in a beautiful book. Don't miss out! Pay online or contact Christine for more options cbennett@saanichschools.ca. With our final numbers coming due you have until May 4th to purchase your 2022 yearbook. Only $45.00.
Parkland is starting its first ever BIPOC Club. The BIPOC club aims to empower and provide resources for all students of colour at Parkland Secondary School. For more information check out the poster on the Learning Commons door or talk to Myelle.
Sidney Lawn Bowling Club is inviting students to attend an introduction weekend. April 23 & 24.
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Ministry of Education Survey - The Student Learning Survey (SLS) has been administered every year in B.C. public schools since 2001. Prior to 2016-17 it was known as the Student Satisfaction Survey. The SLS provides feedback on the implementation of the curriculum changes, learning environment, student wellness and satisfaction, student belonging and engagement, and career preparation. The parent and guardian/caregiver
survey is now available online and is available in 18 different languages.
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.
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.
PARKLAND CAFETERIA:
MAIN: Chicken Souvlaki on Pita with Greek Salad // Lasagna & Garlic Bread // Tomato Tortellini Italian Sausage ( & V) // Hot Dogs
SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: Breakfast Wrap // Clubhouse // Greek Salad // Veggies & Dip (V)
BAKED GOODS: Lemon Blueberry Muffin (& blueberry GF) // 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:
The Senior Girls Soccer Team have their last two home games at Blue Heron field today and Tuesday with kick off at 3:45. Please come over and cheer them on! Go Panthers!!
KidSport Greater Victoria is a local organization that exists to help families in need access organized sport opportunities for their children. To be eligible for up to $600 per year in registration fee support, children must be 18 years or under, families must be within financial eligibility limits, and season must be at least 8 weeks long with an eligible sport organization. For more information, a list of eligible local sport organizations, and to apply, visit
www.kidsportvictoria.ca.
CAREER CENTRE:
JOB OPPORTUNITIES: see Ms. McNamee form ore details if you are interested in any of the following:
Love working outdoors? YYJ Lawns is looking for hard-working, reliable students to join their team three days a week and the occasional Saturday. $20.00. Email your resume and include why you'd be a good fit for this job to Garnett Roberts @ yyjlawns@gmail.com. See Ms. McNamee for more info.
Summer Carpentry Apprenticeships - Are you in grade 11 or 12! Want to work in the Carpentry Trade? The BC Carpenters Union is hiring grade 11 and 12 student to work at apprentices this summer!! Youth employment is the future. Our mission is to provide high school students with the opportunity to get experience in the construction industry working hands on as material handlers for our reputable contractors. Tools are provided for our Plan A members as well as safety equipment. They gain experience, safety certifications and training, high school credits for graduation, eligibility for grants, and the ability to find a passion for a new career path. Paid is $19 per hour. Valuable experience and opportunity for a Youth Apprentice Scholarship. See Ms. McNamee ASAP
Looking at a career in Technology? ISACA Victoria presents the
Spring-Board Conference 2022. Where you will learn about inspiring careers in Cyber Security. Check it out, April 28
th 5:00-8:00 pm. See Ms. Mac for more details.
DUAL CREDIT - Fabulous Dual Credit COURSE opportunity for students interested in in careers in Nursing, Mental Health and Addiction Counselling, Early Learning Care, and Community, Family and Child Studies. ELC 130-Early Childhood Profession Health 111- Indigenous Peoples Health. Both of these courses will be offered on Friday after school, Sept 9-Dec 9, 3:30-6:30 at Camosun and they are FREE...we even cover the textbooks! See Ms. McNamee ASAP
Community Support and Educational Assistant Dual Credit Career Program in Partnership with VIU Starts February 2023 If you are in grade 11, and are thinking of a career in Education or Community Support this is the program for YOU!! You could be a certified EA by August 2023!
The Sidney BIA has partnered with Beacon Community Services to present the
Sidney Employment Expo, in-person on May 19th, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Mary Winspear Centre. This free event is a great opportunity for grade 11 and 12 students interested in getting a job.
See Ms.Mac for more details.
Are you interested in Art?
Pacific Design Academy is hosting an evening for parents and students focused on the topic of why a student interested in the art field may want to choose a Career College such as PDA. See Ms. Mac for more information.
Work BC Youth Job Blast (jobs and workshops)
April issue.
GRAD: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & INFORMATION: check Admission & Scholarships 2021-2022 Google Classroom for details.
Grad Ceremony packages have been distributed, please pick up now at the front office. Packages are due back to the office by April 29.
Grad lanyards are available, $5.00 each, available at the front office.
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 - Gardening Club after school in library courtyard garden
Tuesday's -
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:
April 22 - Report Cards out in TAG
April 25 - NID - no classes
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive! 