Thursday Post
Thursday, September 29, 2022 ➻ Orange Shirt Day
Tomorrow is National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, a National Stat holiday. There is no school.
Grade 11 and 12 students: The Canadian University Event, CUE, is happening at Stelly's on October 4th. We are taking a bus from Parkland to the event. The field trip letter and permission form is available in the counselling foyer. The deadline for forms is today. See Mr. Choo or Ms. Anderson if you have questions.
Want a custom, cozy scarf or toque to keep you warm this fall? The Parkland Knitting Club is going to start meeting in rm211 on Wednesdays at lunch. Our first club meeting will be Wed. Oct. 5. All levels, including beginners, are welcome! Some needles and materials will be available or feel free to bring your own.
Sidney / North Saanich - Library Teen Advisory Group - Teens ages 13 – 18 years interested in working on community and library projects are invited to join the Sidney/North Saanich Library Teen Advisory Group. Teen Advisory Group (TAG) on Saturday, October 1, 10:30 – 11:30 am. This is a great opportunity to: Earn service hours, develop leadership skills, meet other teens, give your resume/scholarship applications a boost and have fun! Come see Mr Mueller or Ms K in the Library for more information!
Attention Parents: if you are interested in participating in the PAC Breakfast Club, please email parkland.pac.sd63@gmail.com. Breakfast Club runs 7:40am-8:20am, selling muffins and juice to our students. Schedules will be done based on parent availability. Thank you for supporting our PAC and our students. Next PAC Meeting is Oct 17 @ 7:00.
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.
Are you interested in learning more or applying to the IB program? Did you know that you can take only one or a few IB classes? Find out more about the benefits of IB for University preparation, academic skill-building and becoming part of this dynamic group for Sept 2022! Check out our IB website at www.parklandib.ca , contact Erin Stinson at estinson@saanichschools.ca or Wendy Anderson at wanderson@saanichschools.ca.
The Parkland Track campaign is still running. Work on the new track has started but we are still in need of raising funds to resurface it. Please spread the word about this exciting community project and check out the website at www.parklandtrack2021.com . There is a DONATE TODAY button at the top for those interested in donating. It will take a village to raise the money needed but we can do it! Thank you for your support of our community project.
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.
Just a reminder that student drop off/pick up is in the parking lot by the tennis courts. Or you can use the bus loop.
BC Covid 19 Thrive Health App, self assessment and information notice.
PARKLAND CAFETERIA WEEKLY MENU:
MAIN DISHES: Lasagna & Garlic Bread // Fettuccine Alfredo (V) // Potstickers // Pizza // Hot Dogs
WRAPS & SALADS: Breakfast Wrap // Veggies & Dip (GF) (V)
BAKED TREATS: Morning Glory Muffins // Assorted Cookies
The Cafeteria has a debit tap machine or you can use a Cafeteria punch card $25.00. Pay online.
ATHLETICS, SPORTS TEAMS, TEAM MEETINGS AND GAME ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Congratulations to the Parkland Cross Country Team for another amazing race! In the Senior Boys Race, Ruby Broadbent was 3rd, Hector Lopez was 13th, and Ignacio Ereno was 14th! Nele Bruehne finished 10th in the Senior Girls Race, Marti Flo De La Camara was 15th in the Junior Boys Race and Sarah Buenger was 29th in the Junior Girls Race. We are currently looking for more runners to join us to qualify teams of 4 in each division for BCs here in Victoria in November!!! If you are interested in joining a very fun team, please contact Ms. Dibblee.
KidSport Greater Victoria is a local organization that exists to help families in need access organized sport opportunities for their children. To be eligible for up to $600 per year in registration fee support, children must be 18 years or under, families must be within financial eligibility limits, and season must be at least 8 weeks long with an eligible sport organization. For more information, a list of eligible local sport organizations, and to apply, visit www.kidsportvictoria.ca.
WORK EXPERIENCE 12 A or B - Are you in grade 10-12, have a job, and interested in gaining credit? If so come by the Career Center and see Ms. McNamee or Mrs. Beaucamp.
Also if you have WEx on your timetable, please see us as well!
There are so many jobs available right now! Check out the QR codes posters around the school and the job board at the Career Centre.
Job Opportunities: see Ms. McNamee for more details if you are interested in any of the following:
Counter Service position available at The Roost! Interested in working in a busy bakery, bistro, farm, winery, and event venue in North Saanich? All training will be provided as well as complimentary staff meals and a flexible schedule.
Responsibilities include:
-Taking customer orders at the counter and by phone
-Making specialty coffees, teas, and cold beverages
-Packing orders for take-out
-Assembling Bakery and Bistro dine-in orders
-Working respectfully with the kitchen crew
-Providing information to the public about the Winery, Tours, and Special Events
-Helping guests enjoy their whole farm experience
-Clearing tables
-Cleaning and stocking
If you are reliable and hardworking, you'll be a great fit with this tight knit crew! To apply please take your resume to 9100 East Saanich Road and ask for Tara.
The Kiwanis Club of Sidney and Saanich Peninsula has a job opportunity working at the Concession Booth at the Panorama Arena. They provide valuable work experience as well as a great reference.
Required Qualifications:
- Able to deal with the public in a polite and courteous manner
- Some math skills
- Work safe Certification (preferred)
- Team player
- Able to work flexible hours (mostly weekends)
Starting Wage: $16.00/hr. If interested, please contact: Jean @ (250)652-8386
Please Teens ages 13 - 18 years, looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity are invited to join the Sidney/North Saanich Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Work on special library and community projects, meet other teens, develop leadership skills, boost your resume, earn volunteer hours and have fun. The group runs from October - June with at least one Saturday morning meeting a month.
Need more information? Get in touch with Virginia at 250-656-0944 or vmacleod@virl.bc.ca
Next meeting - Saturday, October 1, 10:30-11:30pm. Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) If you can’t make it to the 1st meeting but you are still interested in joining TAG just let Virginia know.
Truffles Catering is in need of dishwashers which could be a great student opportunity, with competitive wages (starting wage $17/hour), flexible scheduling (part time, after school and weekends), and no experience necessary, training provided. See Ms. McNamee or Mrs. Beaucamp for more info!
Work BC Youth Job Blast (jobs and workshops) September issue.
SD63 Career's Newsletter.
GRAD: SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & INFORMATION: check Admission & Scholarships 2022-2023 Google Classroom for details.
TUTORIALS, COURSE WORK ASSISTANCE & ACADEMIC SUPPORT:
Wednesday and Friday after school in Room 204.
CLUBS, SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, WEEKLY MEETINGS:
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's - BIPOC Club @ lunch in Rm 113
Tuesday's - Games Club @ lunch Rm 112 // Chess & Girls’ Pingpong Rm 106 @ lunch
Wednesday's - Knitting Club Rm 211 @ lunch
Thursday's - Tech Club @ lunch in the Learning Commons // D & D @ lunch in Rm 208 // Chess & Boys’ Pingpong Rm 106 @ lunch
Friday's - GSA @ lunch Rm 212
Upcoming Days of Note:
Sept 30 - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - no school
Oct 10 - Thanksgiving Day - no school
Oct 13 - Grad Parent info night - MS Teams
Oct 21 - Non-Instructional Day
Oct 24-27 - Grad Photo week, link to follow
That's all for today Parkland ~ Stay Paw-sitive!
