Thursday Post
June 9, 2023 ~ PJ Day
Bus Registration for the 2023/24 school year is now open! Registrations are only accepted online. Here is the registration link. Student ID number is required.
*** Acting class has a one night comedy production of “All I Really Need to Know, I Learned by Being in a Bad Play” Monday June 12 at 7:00. Admission by donation.Join us for a night filled with fun and laughter.
Our Leadership class is holding a Donation Drive June 5-16, Clothing and books. Donation box in the front foyer.
The Parkland PAC will be holding its final meeting of the year on Monday June 12th at 6:30 PM. It will primarily be a social meeting and held at a private residence. Please let us know if you’d like to attend by emailing parkland.pac.sd63@gmail.com.
MORE Library News: BEAT THE RUSH! Please return all textbooks/novels you no longer need to the library. All textbooks/novels/books must be returned to the library before the end of the school year.
Library news: Free books in the library! Stop by the library to check out all the free books. Dreams can come true!
SISP is looking for Host Families for International Students for September.
Grade 11s and 12s are invited to read frequently updated scholarship information posted on the Scholarship Google classroom.
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 and pay online - pick up at end of the day, at the front office.
Studio 63 Hair Salon is now open for haircuts and styling. Call for an appointment or just walk in.
Just a reminder that student drop off and pick-up is in the parking lot by the tennis courts.
IN THE CAFETERIA TODAY
MAIN DISHES: Breakfast Platter // Hot Dogs
WRAPS & SALADS: Beef Soft Taco // Pizza // Veggies & Dip
BAKED TREATS: Double Chocolate Muffins // Assorted Cookies
The Cafeteria accepts debit tap, cash or Cafeteria punch card $30.00. Pay online.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS
Volleyball practice Monday’s after school until 5:30. Everyone is welcome!
*** Attention All Athletes. This year's Athletic Banquet is being held on June 22nd from 5-7. BBQ starts at 5 followed by the awards banquet in the Theatre. Tickets cost $5. Please see Mrs. Bennet to buy your ticket. Ticket Sales Start Monday June 12th and end Monday June 19th.
*** Intramural Soccer schedule:
June 12 - Staff vs Man Chest Hair United
June 13 - Dein Hintern ist Sub vs Spider Monkeys
June 15 - finals - winner of each day play each other.
Career or Educational Information:
Camosun College is offering an Indigenous Trades in Training sampler program for Indigenous students, 12 weeks, starting in July. The program is fully funded, and students will have the opportunity to try several different trades!
Job Postings & Volunteer Opportunities: Check out the Job Board
Step Up Youth was here yesterday and shared some awesome information on how you can be part of a fabulous Youth Volunteer Program. Volunteer once a week for the school year at a local hospital and give back to your community! See Ms. Mac if interested.
Seeking volunteers to help be runners / spotters for our kids who will be a part of our ICANBIKE Program and learning how to ride two-wheelers July 10-14th at Panorama Rec. iCan Bike - Victoria, BC - iCan Shine
iCan Bike camp to teach children with cognitive and/or physical challenges how to ride a two wheeled bike. Check it out at www.icanshine.org
What you Gain
• Valuable volunteer experience working with a population of children and youth with special needs providing emotional, motivational, and physical support
• See first-hand how children and youth with special needs can progress and succeed at learning a valuable recreational task with your encouragement and assistance
• Opportunity to work with an Occupational Therapist (OT) and Physiotherapist (PT) and get references for Professional Programs (OT, PT, Medicine)
Maria's Souvlaki in Sidney is hiring two student servers! $16.75 + tips. Must be available for a Friday or Saturday evening. Free meal on every shift!
Beacon Community Services is looking for a Youth Engagement Program Assistant! 35 hours/week, Tuesday-Saturday. An amazing opportunity to gain experience and strengthen skills. Come to the Career Centre for more information on this amazing opportunity!!
Thinking about a career in health care? Get started now! Broadmead Care is looking for student Health Care Support Workers and will pay for their education program! Get more info here!
National Youth Advisory Committee is looking for students to be involved in discussions about youth crime and victimization issues to help shape RCMP youth policies, strategies and initiatives. The NYAC takes place online, which in the current climate makes this a great opportunity for youth to connect with others, hear perspectives from across the country, and have a say on RCMP programs. Applications due July 31st for your best chance! For more information:
Have you heard about Beacon Community Services Youth Engagement Program? Do you want to get involved, learn some news skills and find employment, while meeting new friends and having fun? Join them July 4 at 11:30 for a YEP BBQ to learn more.
Looking for a summer job working with kids at STEM camps? Check out this posting!
Work BC Youth Job Blast (jobs and workshops) May issue.
SD63 Career's Newsletter.
GRAD
Grad lanyards are in, pick up at the office. We did order a few extra $8 each or 2 for $15.
Grad UVic tickets are to be reserved between June 1-16 only. Please refer to your blue folded pages for more information. Please email Ms. Gribling with the TOTAL number of tickets to be reserved, cgribling@saanichschools.ca. You will then receive an email of confirmation and how to pay for any additional tickets ($10 each).
Grad packages are now overdue, hand them in to Ms. Gribling asap!
Grad guest application form is due today.
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.
Exciting 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.
Math & Science Help Centre Wednesdays after school in Room 201.
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 - BIPOC Club @ lunch in Rm 105
Tuesday - Games Club @ lunch Rm 112 // Girls’ Chess & Pingpong @ lunch Rm 106 //
Gardening Club @ lunch outside the library
Wednesday - Knitting Club @ lunch in Rm 211 // Electronics Club Rm in 106 after school
Thursday - Tech Club @ lunch in the Learning Commons // D & D @ lunch in Rm 208 //
Chess & Pingpong @ lunch Rm 106
Friday - GSA @ lunch Rm 212
Upcoming Days of Note
June 9 - PJ Day
June 9 - Grad guest forms due
June 16 - Grad assembly Bk 3 - mandatory attendance & Bk 4 activities after assembly
June 16 - last day to reserve UVic grad tickets
June 20 - last day of classes
June 21 - Block 1 all morning with course completion in the pm
June 22 - Block 2 all morning with course completion in the pm
June 23 - Block 3 all morning with course completion in the pm
June 26 - Block 4 all morning with course completion in the pm
June 27 - Course completion day
June 28 - Graduation day 2023 !!!
July 4 - Report Cards emailed to students
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!
