Friday Post
September 8, 2023 ~ Welcome back Panthers!
*** All students today, regular schedule. School Buses arrive at their regular time, after 3:10.
*** School start up packages have been distributed, please have a look, sign all the forms and return to the office by Sept 15. Thank you!
*** The first yearbook meeting is Monday at lunch in Room 301. If you can not make it, please email Ms. Hardy, hhardy@saanichschools.ca
*** Leadership class starts on Tuesday at lunch in the Theatre.
PAC is having their first PAC on Monday September 18th at 7PM in the library. Please join us!
*** EducationPlannerBC and SD 63 invite parents, families, and student supporters to join their virtual workshop: Parents as Education and Career Coaches (PECC) on Wednesday November 8, 2023, from 6:30pm to 8pm. Learn how you can support your student in planning for their future. The information will be especially helpful for families with students in Grades 10-12.
The session is engaging and informative, and includes a website tour followed by a Q&A.
Topics include:
- B.C.’s post-secondary education landscape, including institutions and credentials
- Program and admission requirements, and application dates
- Costs of post-secondary and options for financial aid
- Career exploration resources
- Using new tools such as My List to save and compare programs
- Applying for admission through EducationPlannerBC.ca
Hosted on MS Teams webinar. Registration is required.Register here.
The School District has implemented a new reporting system for students to access their report cards and time tables. Students can sign in with Saanich Reporting.
For all leadership students, class will start next Tuesday at lunch in the theatre.
Youth Health Clinic is every Thursday night 5:30-7:30 @ Shoreline Medical Clinic.
Order Parkland spirit wear Forms at front office - email your order to cgribling@saanichschools.ca then pay online - pick up at end of the day, at the front office.
Just a reminder that student drop off and pick-up is in the parking lot by the tennis courts.
IN THE CAFETERIA TODAY :
MAIN: Naan Pizza // Mac & Cheese
SANDWICHES & SIDES: Breakfast Wrap // Clubhouse // Pepperoni Cheese Stick // Veggies & Dip
SWEET TREATS: Assorted Muffins // Assorted Cookies
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS
*** Attention rowers. There is an informational meeting today at lunch in Room 100 for anyone interested in rowing. Also a parent info night Monday, September 11, 5:00-6:00 in Room 100. Email Mr. Hilton if you are interested but can not attend. jhilton@saanichschools.ca
*** Attention swimmers. There is a meeting today at lunch in Room 204.
*** Are you interested in learning how to sail? There is a sailing meeting Wednesday after school in Room 106.
Volleyball starts this week. Please see Ms Thompson and follow the Instagram account @parklandvolleyball.
This week:
Friday - Girls 2-3pm, Boys 3-5pm
Forms due Monday Sept 11th
Career or Educational Information:
TRAINING: FOODSAFE - Friday, September 22 (Pro-D Day) 9:00am-4:30pm at the SHOAL Centre in Sidney - $60 EMERGENCY FIRST AID with CPR-C - Saturday, October 21, 9:00am-5:00pm at the SHOAL Centre in Sidney - $55
EVENTS: Come see what's happening in the Navy! Ship tours, boat rides, exciting demos, interactive experiences, military bands, activities, games, BBQ and so much more! Defence on the Dock @ Ogden Point Breakwater - September 17, 10:00am-3:00pm
Job Postings & Volunteer Opportunities: Check out the Job Board
VOLUNTEERING:
*** The Sidney Youth Clinic is looking for volunteers on Thursday evenings! A great experience with perks! Come check out the volunteer board outside the Career Centre for more info.
*** Peninsula Country Market at the Saanich Fairgrounds is looking for volunteers to help in the Kid Zone and on the Recycling Team! Saturday's from 9:00am-1:00pm. Contact yep@beaconcs.ca for more information and to sign up!
The Greater Victoria Green Team is hosting some upcoming hands-on environmental stewardship
activities in partnership with the Town of Sidney, and would love to see you there! On Saturday, September 9th and Saturday, September 23rd from 9:45am - 1pm they will be removing invasive plants from Peter Grant Park. Details and RSVP info can be found on our Meetup pages HERE (Sept 9) and HERE (Sept 23). If you’re having trouble with signing up, feel free to email Severine@GreenTeamsCanada.ca or Kaitlin@GreenTeamsCanada.ca for assistance.Make a real difference in your community by taking care of nature.
Work BC Youth Job Blast (jobs and workshops) May issue.
SD63 Career's Newsletter.
GRAD
Check the Grad Google Classroom for the latest grad activities.
Grade 12s are invited to read frequently updated information posted on the Admissions Google classroom.
A continuous Grad Fundraiser with LEVEL GROUND! If you drink coffee, tea or enjoy dried fruit and snacks, we encourage you to check out this LEVEL GROUND fundraiser & support our Grad Parent fundraising. It's super simple:
- www.levelground.com
- do your shopping
- then at the check-out, enter PSSGRAD as the Discount Code
- all orders over $40 will receive free shipping
- for all orders over $40, our Grad Parent Fundraising will receive 20% of the total order
- wait for your order and then enjoy your coffee, tea, etc
Again, PSSGRAD as the "Discount Code". Thank you Parkland Community.
TUTORIALS, COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE & ACADEMIC SUPPORT - will resume soon
Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204 starting soon
Math & Science Help Centre Wednesdays after school in Room 201 starting soon.
CLUBS & SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS will resume soon
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 -
Tuesday -
Wednesday -
Thursday -
Friday -
Upcoming Days of Note
Sept 14 - Early dismissal 2:00, W/F bell schedule
Sept 14 - Meet the Teacher Night 5:00-7:00 // PAC info at 7:00 // IB Parent info at 7:00
Sept 19 - Photo day (Blocks 1 and 2) - give order form and money to photographer
Sept 21 - Terry fox Run
Sept 22 - NID - no classes
Sept 29 - Orange Shirt Day
Oct 2 - Stat - no school
Oct 9 - Thanksgiving Day - no school
Oct 12 - Grad Parent info night 6:00
Oct 20 - Non-Instructional Day - no classes
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!
