Monday Post
November 6, 2023
School Bus cards have arrived. Students must pick them up from the front office and sign for them. We are hopeful to have received a card for everyone that registered. At the end of the week, I will send an email to transportation of any names who did not receive a card. If you received an email from transportation stating your child was approved but did not receive a card, please forward it to me so I can include it. In the meantime, students should take the bus to and from school. Transportation FAQ’s
With our continued partnership with the Saanich Police Community Engagement Division, we provide resources for parents and youth in our community through a variety of workshops and seminars. Join Saanich Youth Services in partnership with Saanich Police for a FREE Gang Education & Trends Seminar. This is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to better understand the trends police are seeing in our community. In this workshop, participants will have the chance to ask all the questions they need to. Hear all the up-to-date information from police officers and youth workers in our community. Everyone from all walks of life and all corners of the community are welcome. Friday, November 17, 6:30-8:30 at Royal Oak MIddle School. Registration Link.
Our band students are having a Purdy’s fundraiser for their spring festival trips. Orders are due November 24. Order now.
School Photos have gone home, if you would like to order pictures, feel free to use the promo code for 10% off your order. CODE: F2310OFF, off expires May 1, 2024. Redeem now.
Just a reminder for you to report when your student is absent from school, any time of the day. Email: parkland_attendance@saanichschools.ca OR Phone: 250-655-2713.
Our PAC needs your help. The PAC would like to continue to run the breakfast club 7:45-8:25am, selling muffins and juice boxes to our students. They need parent volunteers to sign up. Thank you for supporting our students! PAC can be reached at: parkland.pac.sd63@gmail.com
Graduation diplomas for last year’s grads have arrived and can be picked up at the front office.
Youth Health Clinic is every Thursday night 5:30-7:30 @ Shoreline Medical Clinic.
Order Parkland spirit wear. Email your order to Ms. Gribling, cgribling@saanichschools.ca then pay online - pick up at end of day at the front office.
Just a reminder that student drop off and pick-up is in the parking lot by the tennis court.
IN THE CAFETERIA TODAY : Weekly menu
MAIN: Chicken Strips & Fries // Sweet & Sour Pork & Rice // Mac & Cheese // Hot Dogs
SANDWICHES & SIDES: Breakfast Wrap // Clubhouse // Naan Pizza // Veggies & Dip
SWEET TREATS: Assorted Muffins // Assorted Cookies
Cafeteria lunch cards are $30. You pay for them online. Students then pick up at the office.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS
*** Parkland’s rowing team attended the City Championship Regatta on the weekend. Saturday's racing was unfortunately cut short due to high winds so Parkland’s favourites in the double, Layla DuMonceaux and Corinna Schierhold didn’t get to make a run for the win after their win at October Sprints. The novice quad with Chin Wongsangasri, Lionel Schoonbroodt, Pietro Ferrara and Cohen Nyland who were undefeated at October Sprints did not get the chance to defend their title. On Sunday, Corinna Schierhold finished first in her speed category in the single sculls event. Layla DuMonceaux, Harlow Holliday, Jemma Draper and Marie Schulz had a fourth place finish in the Open 4X event for their speed category.
Intramural Volleyball Schedule this week:
Monday - Educators vs Denominators // Numerators vs Caitlin’s Kids
Tuesday - Numerators vs Team Seb // Caitlin’s Kids vs Denominators
Thursday - Denominators vs Numerators // Team Seb vs Educators
Career or Educational Information:
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. A virtual workshop will be held Wednesday November 8, 6:30-8:00pm. Register.
Community Family and Child Studies - There are two fabulous Camosun courses being offered for FREE in Semester 2 online and Friday afternoon. Are you interested in Community, Family and Child Studies, then this is for you!! We not only pay the tuition but can help with other expenses as well as part of a government grant!
Click for Volunteer Opportunities
GRAD
Grad photos are today and tomorrow, by appt only, book now. Province: BC // City: North Saanich. Photos are in Room 212.
Grad parent fundraiser at Brewsky’s Taphouse, Meat Draw and 50/50. Next date is Nov 18, 2-4pm.
UVic Parent virtual info night, November 15, 7:00. Make your calendar and Register.
The next Grad Parent Meeting is November 21 at 7:00 in the Library Learning Commons.
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, Thursday and Friday after school in Room 204
CLUBS & SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
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 - Board and card game club at lunch in Room 109
- French Club at lunch Room 112
- D & D after school Room 206
Tuesday - Ping Pong and Chess at lunch in Room 106
- Garden Club at lunch Room 102
Wednesday - Knitting Club at lunch in room 211.
- Automotive Club after school
- D & D after school Room 206
Thursday - Ping Pong and Chess at lunch in Room 106
- Tech Club at lunch in the library
Friday - Automotive Club after school
- Cross Country on the track 2:15
Upcoming Days of Note
Nov. 1 - 7 - Grad Photos - by appt only, book now
Nov. 9 - Term 2 Starts
Nov. 10 - Remembrance Day Assemblies
Nov. 13 - Stat for Remembrance Day
Nov 17 - Report Cards available after 4:00, sign in.
Nov 20 - Non-Instructional Day - no classes
Nov 21 - Grad Parent Meeting - 7:00 pm
Nov 23 - Early dismissal, 2:00
Nov 23 - Parent/Teacher Interviews 5:00-7:00 - by appt, call Ms. Gribling, 250-655-2700
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!
