THE DAILY BUZZ
February 9th, 2021
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Today the CAFETERIA has the choice of Baked Ham & Cheese Ciabatta with Arugula & Tomatoes, Toonie Wrap, Clubhouse Salad, Beef Ravioli in a Rose with Garlic Bread, Chicken Quesadillas or Cavatappi with Rose sauce & Garlic Bread. Come on down and check it out!
February is Black History Month and the theme for 2021 is "The Future is Now." Come to the Learning Commons and check out books on the many contributions and transformative works that Black people have made.
REPORT CARDS: If you didn't pick up your Report Card last week, drop by the main office.
MASKS: Reminder that masks are required at all times when students and staff are in hallways and washrooms. Everyone's cooperation is much appreciated.
STUDENT PARKING: Reminder to all students who are parking in the student parking lot... you need to be registered. Parking forms are available in the Main Office.
VALENTINE"S CANDY GRAMS: Today at lunch Leadership students will be selling Valentine's Candy Grams in the Main Foyer. Candy Grams will be 50 cents each or 3 for $1.00. Candy Grams will be sold until Wednesday, February 10th and handed out on Feb 11th.
STUDENT ABSENCE OR LATE: If a student will be absent or late for class, we ask that parents/guardians either email stellys_attendance@saanichschools.ca or phone the Attendance Line 250-544-0300 to let the school know.
ATHLETICS
JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Any Jr Girls who played Volleyball this year ... Please come to the Gym at lunch on Thursday. We are taking a team picture for the yearbook. Come on down wearing your Volleyball gear!
CAREER CENTRE
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A DOCTOR? Earn your MD on Vancouver Island at the University of Victoria. Island Medical Program (IMP) delivers the UBC MD Undergraduate Program in partnership with the University of Victoria & Island Health is offering an online Open house on Thursday, February 18, 2021 from 6:30 pm. – 8:00 pm. At this special virtual evening information session, students will learn about the IMP and UBC MD Undergraduate Program, our admissions process, what it takes to become a doctor, and what it’s like being in medical school. A Q&A period will follow the presentation. Everyone is welcome (including guardians, teachers, and counsellors, and admission is free. Simply go to https://imp.med.ubc.ca/infosessionfeb2021/
GREENBRICKS CAREER EXPLORATION CONFERENCE - What do you want to do when you finish school? Explore your options! Students are invited to experience new career opportunities at this FREE career conference held remotely on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 from 9:00am – 2:30pm. The day includes prizes and a chance to win a $500 scholarship! You must be registered by February 16th, 2021 (or earlier as space is limited) to attend this conference. Registration is limited to 150 students. https://greenbricks.ca/conference-registration/
VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY has an upcoming info session on the evening of February 23rd, 2021 at 7:00 pm for people who might be interested in a career in IT or Computer Sciences. Join us at our (Zoom) information session to find out more about the Computer Science and Information Technology diploma and degree programs offered at Vancouver Island University. For more information and registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/computer-science-and-information-technology-programs-at-viu-tickets-138504134595
CAMOSUN COLLEGE - CamWeek Virtual Info night replaces their annual on-campus Info Night this year. Happening on Feb. 23-25, 2021 @ 4-8 pm. Learn about Admissions, services including Financial Aid and Awards, Centre for Accessible Learning, programs and areas of study from the comfort of your own home. Sessions are expected to last about 45 minutes. You can live chat with someone from Recruitment & Admissions at any time over the event to ask specific questions. To receive updates on this event, just provide us with your email address http://camosun.ca/news/press-releases/2021/feb/camweek-2021.html
ALERT FIRST AID with CPR ”C” & AED - Online and in class - Friday, April 23, 2021 - 12:00 am to 4:00 pm in class @ SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive. Cost is $50.00 - Cash, cheque or credit card is accepted. 4 hours online and 4.5 hours in-class course trains people how to react and improvise during time priority and life-threatening emergencies. The online component covers care for adults, children, and babies. The classroom component will focus on developing the participant’s skills. The instructor will know that participants have completed the online component, and won’t spend as much time on the background information that is covered here. Participants must successfully complete both the online and the classroom components to be certified in Emergency First-Aid with CPR C . For more details see the Career Centre Info Board or the Saanich Career Education website. Register now! Email YEP @ yep@beaconcs.ca or call 250-507-5680
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
PACIFICA PADDLE has one of the largest rental fleets on the West Coast and offer rentals of kayaks, canoes and paddle boards, as well as kayak and paddle board lessons and tours. They are looking to hire in the following areas: Repair & Maintenance: Hours are part-time, April-September, Dock Hand: Hours are part-time, April-September & Front Desk Clerk: Hours range from part-time to full time, May to October. To see the full job descriptions, see the Saanich Career Education website: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/mod/forum/view.php?f=8 Submit resume and cover letter online to E-J Frederiksen j@pacificapaddle.com
FAIRWAYS is HIRING!! They are looking to hire outgoing individuals to join their successful management teams in all stores. They are looking for people to sanitize carts!! and to fill positions the following departments: Grocery~Produce~Deli~Dairy~Meat~Bakery~ International (Asian)~Front End Staff~Asian Kitchen. Print out an application and return it in person with your resume to one of their ten store locations. http://www.fairwaymarkets.com/docs/Fairway_Markets_Job_Application_Form.pdf
WEED MAN LAWN CARE - is looking to hiring junior marketer positions for part-time work, shift is 4 pm to 7 pm. They are also hiring full time lawn care technicians for the upcoming 2021 season. Shifts are Monday to Friday, $16.00 hour. To apply email your resume to Josh Froese at: josh.froese@weedmancanada.com (2075 Henry Avenue W. #27 Sidney, BC)
GRAD 2021
PARENT FUNDRAISER for STELLY'S STUDENT'S DRY AFTER GRAD 2021 is on now! Bring your broken bracelets, chains, earrings, or any other gold items to the school office up until March 12th. Clean out those jewelry boxes and drawers Help support the 2021 Dry After Grad!
PARENTS/COMMUNITY
PAC MEETING - is happening tonight at 7pm via Zoom. Contact Dana Jensen at danajensen54321@gmail.com if you have any questions.
THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S ... STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!