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March 11, 2024

Monday Post

 

March 11th, 2024

***Congratulations to everyone on a very successful Panther Cup!  It was a close game with the victory going to the teachers, thank you to all of the supporters that came out to cheer everyone on and to all of the volunteers who made the event the success that it was!***

***Congratulations to all the Parkland participants in the Skills Canada Regional Event at Camosun on Friday!  Our students showcased their skills and talents as well as the Parkland Spirit! Bravo to all!

A few will be moving on to represent Saanich and the lower island at the BC's in Abbotsford:

 

Huen Zhang

Job Search

GOLD

Luke Davidson

Carpentry

GOLD

 

Kierra Patterson

Photography

SILVER

Huen Zhang

Public Speaking

SILVER

Zack Webber

Auto

SILVER

Liam Rankin

Joinery

SILVER

Drishti Balaiah

Public Speaking

BRONZE

Charlie Mondesir

Photography

BRONZE

 

***There will be a meeting at lunch today in the theatre for all students who are participating in tomorrow’s talent show. If you can’t make the meeting but still want to participate, please see Drishti,  Ms Frith or Mr Young before the end of the day***

***There will be a track and field meeting today at lunch in the Career Centre.***

***There will be a Europe Trip meeting today at lunch in Room 113.***

***Course selection forms for the 2024-25 school year are now overdue***

***Grade 12s, there is a scholarship meeting on Wednesday at lunch in the learning commons. There will be a post-secondary update and the applications for Parkland and District Scholarships***

***Interested in the trades and want to learn more? Join us for the Women in Trades & Technology Day at Camosun! Explore a variety of trades in a hands-on day of fun at Camosun! April 16, 9:30am-2:30pm. Visit the Career Centre to sign up!***

***Interested in a Career in the Armed Forces?  Stop by the Career Center at Lunch today to talk to members of the Armed Forces and learn about all the Careers available to civilians and members***

***The cafeteria will be closed on Thursday and Friday of this week.***

If you are wanting a Yearbook this year you have until April 10th to make your payment!  You can pay online or in person using Debit or Credit. They are $45.00.

GRADS!  Remember to submit your grad quote by March 15th! This quote goes under your picture in the yearbook. If you don't submit one, we will put in a generic phrase, such as, "Go Panthers!" or, "Once a Panther, always a Panther” so make sure you send one in!

SPARE ROOM? HOST AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT!  The Saanich International Student Program (SISP) is looking for caring host families to welcome International students into their families and homes this September, 2024.  Please click here for further details and presentation times over the coming months.

Sea Cadet Program is taking new registrations now ages 12-18. Learn useful life skills and earn high school credits.  Join for free.

Learning Updates (Report Cards) available online.

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

Youth Health Clinic is every Thursday night 5:30-7:30 @ Shoreline Medical Clinic.

Order Parkland spirit wear. Email your order to Ms. Sharun, lsharun@saanich schools.ca then pay online - pick up at the end of the day at the front office.

Parents, just a reminder that student drop off and pick-up is in the parking lot by the tennis court.

 

IN THE CAFETERIA TODAY :  Menu

MAIN: Chicken Strips // Breakfast Wrap // Hot Dogs // Mac & Cheese

SANDWICHES & SIDES:  Clubhouse // Naan Pizza // Deli Panini // Veggies & Dip

SWEET TREATS: Assorted Muffins, Cookies and Baked Treats

Students can pay with debit/credit, cash or Cafeteria lunch cards - $30. You pay for the lunch cards online. Students then pick up at the office.



ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS

Badminton intramurals are being held March 10-April 30. See Huan, Logan or Ms. Hardy for more information. 

 

CAREER CENTRE

Career or Educational Information:

Interested in nursing, lab assistant, radiology, mental health and addiction? Complete prerequisites while still in high school! Visit the Career Centre for more info!

Learning to Lead! is a program that provides self-identified girls in Grades 10-12 the opportunity to increase their confidence and explore their leadership potential while creating a network that supports them along their educational and career journeys. For more info and to apply. The deadline for registration is March 29th. 

First Aid Training - Emergency First Aid with CPR-C - Saturday April 6, 9:00am-5:00pm. YEP students only pay $55! ($110 regular cost). Register now! Call 250-656-5537 to pay via credit, or visit the SHOAL Centre Reception Desk to pay via cash, cheque or card.

 

Click for Volunteer Opportunities

 

Click for Job Postings

 

Maria's Souvlaki in Sidney is hiring 4 students for serving! Part-time evenings and weekends. $16.75/hr + tips. Bring your resume and apply in person!

Portofino Bakery is offering both full-time and seasonal summer positions, with all roles starting at a minimum of $20 per hour.  They provide a range of perks including complimentary staff bread, wellness programs, social events, and moreIf you are interested in joining a dynamic team dedicated to making a real difference, apply today!  You can learn more about available positions and submit your application through https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Portofino-Bakery-2/jobs or by contacting them directly at recruitment@protofinobakery.ca

Panorama Recreation has many job postings available. Please find the current postings using this link: Employment & Program Proposals | CRD. They offer a fun, dynamic and inclusive workplace with amazing wages and employee benefits such as free access to drop-in activities!

 

GRAD
 

The next Grad Parent Meeting is April 9th at 7pm in the Library Learning Commons.

Borrow Me Boutique, is a dress rental company, renting dresses as a sustainable option for any event.

A continuous Fundraiser for grade 12s 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 is the "Discount Code".  Thank you Parkland Community.

 

TUTORIALS, COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE & ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Tuesday - Friday - Support in all subjects after school in Room 202 or 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

                    - BIPOC Club @ lunch Room 105

Thursday - Ping Pong and Chess at lunch in Room 106

                - Tech Club at lunch in the library

Friday -  Automotive Club after school

           

Upcoming Days of Note
 

March 12 - Parkland Talent Show

March 15 - Gr. 9 Immunization Make-Up Day

March 18-April 2 - Spring Break

April 5 - Grad Breakfast & Grad Assembly Block 1

April 10 - Term 3 ends

April 11 - Saanich Dance Showcase 9am-11am

April 11 - Grad Capstone presentation day (Grade 12’s)

April 12 - Day of Silence

April 15-19 - Literacy/Numeracy Assessment week

April 19 - Learning Updates available after 4:00

April 22 - Non-Instructional Day

April 22-25 - Int’l Rocky Mountain trip

April 25 - Early dismissal

April 25 - Parent/Teacher interviews 5pm-7pm, by appt only


That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!