Friday Post
September 15, 2023
*** School start up packages have been distributed and should be returned to the office today.
PAC is having their first PAC on Monday September 18th at 7PM in the library. Please join us!
*** The Canadian University Event is coming to Claremont in the afternoon of Sept 26th. There will be representatives from major universities across Canada who will be there with information and to answer any questions. Please see Ms. Anderson for the permission form if you want to attend. Signed permissions forms and $5 for the bus are due Thursday, Sept 21.
***Parkland Secondary is proud to be participating in the Terry Fox School Run. Please join us and continue the legacy of one of our greatest Canadian heroes. Donate at: https://schools.terryfox.ca/ParklandSecondary Thank you for joining us in the fight against cancer! #terryfoxschoolrun @theterryfoxfoundation. Don’t forget, there are still Terry Fox t-shirts available and all sales are added to our school’s fundraising total. To place an order or for more info, go to: Shop - Terry Fox Foundation School Run or call 1-888-836-9786.
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.
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 : Weekly menu
MAIN: Breakfast Platter // Pancakes & Sausages// Tortellini in Tomato Cream Sauce
SANDWICHES & SIDES: Naan Pizza // Hot dogs // Veggies & Dip
SWEET TREATS: Assorted Muffins // Assorted Cookies
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS
*** Important Swim Team Meeting today at lunch in Room 204. If you cannot attend, please connect with Ms. Patten.
Castaway Wanderers Rugby Club is hosting a FREE Try Rugby Day for youth, ages 6-18. The event will be hosted at Windsor Park, 2451 Windsor Road, from 10:30 am - 12 Saturday, September 16. Join for a morning of fun at Windsor Park! Click this link to register for a spot.
*** Cross Country Practices start today. Please meet Mr. Burnham on the track, ready to run, at 2:15. Cross Country Practices will run Mondays and Fridays after school. If you would like to run in the first race of the season, next Thursday Sept. 21st at Lambrick Park, make sure you talk to one of the coaches (Mr. Burnham or Ms. Dibblee) before you leave school on Monday!!
Sport Performance Basketball class starts Oct 3. Students make sure you accept the google classroom invite for the most up-to-date information.
Career or Educational Information:
If you are currently in grades 10-12 and have a job, be sure to sign up for Work Experience and earn four grade 12 credits!! Come to the Career Centre by September 25!
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
Local Senior looking for helping with Weeding in the Garden. $20 per hour! Great job for some extra cash in the fall!! See the Career Center if interested!!
Home Hardware in Sidney is hiring part-time cashiers! For more info.
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.
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
Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204 starting today
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 19 - Photo day (Blocks 1 and 2) - give order form and money to photographer or order online
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!
