The Daily Buzz

November 9th, 2020

 
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November 9th, 2020
by Bettina Perron - Monday, 9 November 2020, 11:57 AM
 

THE DAILY BUZZ
November 9th, 2020

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today the CAFETERIA has the choice of Grilled Ham, Swiss, Artichoke & Pepper Panini, California Wrap, Chicken Caesar Salad, Mac & Cheese, Won ton Soup or Kung Pow Chicken on Rice. Come on down and check it out!

REMINDER TO ALL STUDENTS LOOKING TO MAKE TIMETABLE CHANGES for Q2?  Please fill out an orange course change request form, and bring it to your counselling appointment.  Course change forms can be found in the counselling office, and all requests must be made by November 18 at the latest!

NORTH SAANICH DRIVE THRU FOOD DRIVE - NOV 14th, 2020 from Noon - 4pm  - Drop off is at the North Saanich Fire Hall Parking lot. During these challenging times our ability to go to events may be cancelled but our ability to give is not! The Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank needs our support and donations more than ever! Please help us out and donate what you can! A donation box is located just out side the main office!

GRADE 9 IMMUNIZATION consent packages are due tomorrow. Please complete the form (YES or NO), sign and have students return the completed form. Immunizations are planned to be done at school early in 2021.

THE HIVE is now OPEN this week at lunchtime. All clothing is 50% off and we have a limited supply of certain store favorites like ice cream sandwiches....so make sure to scoop yours up!

BREAKFAST CLUB is happening Tomorrow! Bagels and juice will be $.25. It's a great, cheap and easy way to start your day!  Come join the fun!

Please remember to return your text books to the bin located outside of the Learning Commons.

Any students that do not have a block one class tomorrow, may come to the Learning Commons to watch the Remembrance Day production.

All writers and artists...the deadline for the Remembrance Day Literary and Poster contest is quickly approaching. Prizes will be given for winners in each category. Enter your submissions by November 15.  Please see Mrs. Pacheco McKinnon in the Learning Commons for more details.

CAPESTONE 12 PROJECT .... One of our AMAZING Grade 12 students, Megan Rebneris is organizing a toiletries collection to donate to "Women in Need" as part of her Capstone 12 Project. "Women in Need" is a charity in Victoria that has programs that help women in our community. If you can donate items, please drop off in Ms. Lizama's room (150). Everything and anything is appreciated. Thank you for your help.

CAREER CENTRE

POST SECONDARY of BC VIRTUAL EVENT - Nov 16th &17th    Are you overwhelmed about your Post Secondary options? Are you frustrated trying to find program information? Are you thinking about scholarships but do not know where to start? Do you have questions about your application? Our annual PSBC Fall High School Visit program can’t come into your schools this year, so we are inviting Grade 11 & 12 students, parents, and Counsellors to join us in our virtual fairs, where you can download resources, view presentations and engage in live chats.  Once you have registered you will have access to all special events, webinars and specific school information all year!  To register:  https://postsecondarybcvirtualfair.easyvirtualfair.com/prefair/

TRAINING & EDUCATION:

SHEBIZ 2020 VIRTUAL EVENT - Wed. Nov. 25th - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm     SheBiz is half day virtual event for students in grade 9 - 12.  Offering students a view into the rewarding fields of business, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Please sign up in the Career Centre AND register online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/shebiz2020     To see the Information Package, visit the Saanich Career Education under “Events, Info Session and more” https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/mod/forum/view.php?f=17 

UBC’s FACULTY OF MEDICINE is launching a new Medical Student Outreach Ambassador Program.  Come to a presentation in the Career Centre on Tuesday, November 17th from 11:30-12:30.  Please sign up beforehand in the Career Centre!  To view brochure, student videos and get more information: UBC MD Ambassador Outreach Program.

TRADES EXPLORATION (TEx Program) - Want to learn more about what it is like to work as a carpenter, plumber, electrician, or welder?  There are limited seats available for next year’s Quarter 3 Trades Exploration Program, provided in partnership with Camosun College. Learn about each trade, fast track your future and earn up to 8 credits toward grad for completing 2 courses!  Please see Ms. Hackman in the Career Centre for more information.

SAANICH SKILLS TRAINING APPRENTICESHIP & CARPENTRY PROGRAM is a full 2nd semester immersion program where students learn the basics of constructing a wood frame structure from the bare ground to the rooftop. This program blends both theoretical knowledge and practical application of skills and concepts related to the trade. Successful students transition directly to Camosun College for further training as Level One Carpentry Apprentices. Please see Ms. Hackman in the Career Centre for more information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

BRENTWOOD BAY RESORT & SPA are hiring in housekeeping and laundry. Both positions start at $15 and are part time hours up to a maximum of 30 hours a week. See the Career Centre Info Board or Saanich Career Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/  for complete job descriptions. Email your resume + cover letter to our Human Resources Manager at hr@brentwoodbayresort.com   Specify which position you’re applying for in the subject line of your email!

GRAD 2021

POINSETTIA ORDERS: Grads …  Don’t forget this is the last week to round up Poinsettia Orders, Please submit to Ms. Lizama by Friday! Let’s get er done!

PARENTS/COMMUNITY

PARENTS AS EDUCATION & CAREER COACHES - TONIGHT 7:00-8:30 pm   An interactive workshop (virtual ZOOM session) designed to support parents in guiding their student in making informed decisions about their education and career choices after high school. Registration is required! What you can expect to learn:   *Overview of all the resources available on EducationPlannerBC.ca, Discover the different pathways available for students, Discover supports available at post-secondary institutions, Tips on scholarships and financial aid, and *Q & A - Time for questions! Your questions will be answered in real-time during this virtual session.  To register:  https://sfu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApcempqzMvE9NNiqYhHVaEFk17O_VQnYq5

THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S  ...  STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!