THE DAILY BUZZ
May 19th, 2021
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
TODAY THE CAFETERIA has the choice of a Turkey Mozza baguette with Chipotle Mayo & Black Bean Salsa, Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap, Quinoa Salad, Sweet & Sour Chicken, Homemade Pizza, Swedish Meatballs & Spaghetti or Fettuccini Alfredo with a biscuit. Come on down and check it out!
FRAL 12 STUDENTS FROM QUARTER 1 & 2 ... please come to the Large Gym today at 11:45am for a Group Photo!
Friday, May 21st is a Pro D day - School is not in session. Also, Monday May 24th, 2021 is also a day that school is not in session as it is a Statutory holiday! Enjoy your long Weekend!
PARENT TEACHER NIGHT - THURSDAY, MAY 27th 5:15pm - 7:30pm for Quarter 4. This will also be an Early Dismissal Day (2:05pm). We will be conducting all Parent/Teacher interviews either by phone, by email, or by a Microsoft Teams (Teams) remote video connection. A link will be posted on the Stelly's website on Friday May 21st at Noon for registration. An appointment for a conversation with your child’s teacher can be made by following the link. Each appointment booked will be for 10 minutes.
Reminder to Grade 9’s to bring in your “MYBLUEPRINT” forms to the main office or your 1st block teacher ASAP!
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES BOOK DRIVE: Students from Global Perspectives 11 are collecting children and parenting books to donate to the YMCA Young Moms program. Donations will be collected in the main foyer until the end of May. Any book donation is greatly appreciated!
SCHOOL BUS REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022 - School bus registration for next school year is now open until June 20th. To register, you will need your Student #. Registration link is on the Saanich School District website: https://www.sd63.bc.ca/programs-and-services/transportation
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.
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.
JUST A REMINDER .... MORNING HOMEWORK HELP is available every morning from 7:15 am in room 156 and AFTER SCHOOL HOMEWORK HELP is every Monday through Thursday in the Learning Commons until 4pm.
CAREER CENTRE
TEAC 105 - EXPLORATIONS IN TECHNOLOGY - Calling All Technology & Engineering Enthusiasts… TEAC is a Dual Credit course that provides an introduction to careers and basic skills in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Civil Engineering and Computer Science. This 4-credit course, Friday nights from 3:00- 6:00 at the Camosun Interurban Campus 3 hours per week, for 13 weeks. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ ... under the Training, Workshops and Camps tab. To apply see your Career Teacher!
RESUME HELP!! - Summer is coming! Are you thinking of working? Come to the Career Centre every Tuesday and Thursday in May at lunchtime. Bring your resume and we will help you fix it up!!
DISCOVER YEAR Online (Zoom), 9:30AM-2:30PM, TODAY, May 19, 2021 (Webinar login details to be sent to registrants prior to event) Join us to immerse yourself in a live workshop day with our current students. Discover Year is a one-year career and life skills program* that helps young adults develop self-awareness, confidence, motivation and interpersonal skills through experiential learning, mentorship and interactive education. Discover your passions and talents. Develop your confidence, self-awareness and communication skills. Spark your curiosity. Ignite your potential. https://www.discoveryear.ca/
STUDY & GO ABROAD VIRTUAL EDUCATION FAIR - EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE Meet with top universities, professional schools and colleges from around the world, as well as volunteer and work abroad programs. Learn about degrees, diplomas, certificates and summer programs; find out about admission requirements and scholarships. Attend free webinars on a range of different topics. It is a valuable event, and totally free of charge. Thursday, May 20th 12pm to 6pm. Check the Exhibitors List and Webinar Schedule https://www.studyandgoabroad.com/virtual-education-fair/
JOIN UVIC'S GUSTAVSON SCHOOL of BUSINESS for a ZOOM-BASED ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP exclusively for grades 10 & 11 students! WHAT MAKES A GOOD SIDE-HUSTLE? Side-hustles are micro businesses you can run out of your home to make some money. How do you know if you have a good idea for a side-hustle business? Consider applying what you will learn in the session in your own side-hustle this summer. The workshop will be delivered on Zoom, are there are two dates to choose from:
To register for May 25, 2021 6 PM – 7 PM https://uvic.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtd-igpjsjHNUYdnmFawscq6IxLiWcfxoD
To register for May 27, 2021 6 PM-7pm https://uvic.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwscuiupzIvE9XMn79aW5S05sClPBxGv8Th Or contact Daniel Nair, UVIC Business advisor, at bcom.admissions@uvic.ca for more information.
WOMEN IN THE AUTOMOTOVE INDUSTRY - On May 26 at 11 am - 11:45 am, AutoCareersBC will host the webinar, “Change Begins with Us – Women in the Automotive Industry.” As the automotive industry is still predominantly male, this will be a conversation to discuss and identify not only what challenges women are facing coming into industry but also what opportunities are available to them. For more information and to register see the Saanich Career Education website under the Opportunities for Girls tab https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/
"TEAMWORK WILL TAKE YOU PLACES YOU CAN'T GO BY YOURSELF” - HIGHTECU Develop professional skills and start building a professional portfolio, using technology and teamwork to solve real-world challenges. Learn more and apply at: www.hightechu.ca Application Deadline Extended to May 31st at 11:59 pm. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Training, Workshops and Camps tab.
CAMP IGNITE – SUMMER 2021 - Camp Ignite is a Youth Fire Fighter Mentorship Program for grade 11 & 12 girls, ages 16-18 that educates and inspires young women about careers in firefighting. This camp offers girls an introduction to the world of firefighting as well as learning about fitness, nutrition, health and teamwork. The plan this year is to run a 2-day camp (no overnight) on August 14 & 15; one day in Vancouver and one day in North Vancouver. Saanich Fire is looking to sponsor one grade 11 or 12 girl to attend. Application deadline is June 1. Please see the Career Centre for application information. Further information on this program can be found at https://campignite.com/
SKILLS CANADA VIRTUAL NATIONAL COMPETITION - June 15, 2021 5:30am to 1:30PM PST - This event will be offered virtually this year and will also include online challenges and demonstrations for youth across Canada. This competition will feature many of the 45 Skill areas: (https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/scnc-2021-competition-documents/) Who should attend? High School Students - Post-Secondary Students - Apprentices - Teachers - Guidance Counsellors - Parents - Career Seekers. There will also be other fun and educational activities such as a trivia challenge and scavenger hunt, with great prizes up for grabs for the registered attendees. For more information and to register see the following websites: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/skills-canada-national-competition/scnc-2021/ https://scvnc.vfairs.ca/en/#agenda
SAANICH YOUTH LEADERSHIP SUMMER PLACEMENT PROGRAM - Are you interested in spending your summer working with kids? Do you want to be a leader in your community and work with diverse individuals? This summer, Saanich is offering a Mentored Placement Program for youth 14–17 years old. Participants in this program will have the chance to work in an outdoor camp setting with kids and a personal staff mentor. It is a great stepping stone for youth who are interested in one day working in community recreation, education, social work, athletics, human services, child and youth care, ECE IT recreation and health education and so much more. For more information and to register: https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/community-services/youth-services/leadership.html
SOAR - ARE YOU AN ENTREPRENEUR IN THE MAKING? The SOAR Summer Innovation Camp is an interactive virtual learning program designed to immerse students in Grades 7-12 in the world of entrepreneurship and innovation through engaging online project-based learning challenges. 2021 Camp Dates - Cost $400. Session 1: July 5th-30th 2021 Session 2: August 3rd-27th 2021. Cohort A: 9:00 - 11:30 AM Cohort B: 12:30- 3:00 PM For more info and to register go to https://soaredu.ca/soar-summer-programs
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
THRIFT SHOP VOLUNTEER: Great opportunity to gain some experience in a store! We have an opportunity for a YEP student to volunteer at the cash register at our Thrift Shop in Sidney and one in Brentwood Bay. Only two spots available so let me know if you are interested as soon as possible. This great way to gain some experience for future retail sales jobs. yep@beaconcs.ca or call 778-426-8767
GAP YEAR: A gap year is a once-in-a lifetime opportunity. We’re here to help you make the most of it. Canada’s one-stop-shop for gap year related support, information and resources. https://www.cangap.ca/ Free Resources: a great place to start if you’re considering - or want to know more about - the gap year pathway https://www.cangap.ca/resources Programs: check out the different ways we can help you plan and execute an epic gap year - including our signature offering, the CANGap Certificate Community. https://www.cangap.ca/gameplan
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
ARE YOU GRADUATING? Are you interested in a Career in Insurance? Western Coast Insurance is looking to hire a graduating student for full time work! Insurance is a career that is regulated by the Insurance Council of BC and requires a general insurance license. Western Coast supports the opportunity for individuals to start a career and will cover the costs of the licensing and training. Prior to applying any enquiries can be made to susan.emery@westerncoast.ca To apply send your resume to https://westerncoastinsurance.ca/about-us - at the bottom ‘Join the team today’. (2297 Beacon Ave Sidney, BC)
WEEKLY GARDENING JOB for 4 hours a week during the summer! (on Hummingbird Place, in North Saanich) Duties would include weeding - mowing - watering - sweeping - power washing. There is the potential for more hours, there is also the possibility of yard work with the neighbours!! $17.00 hour, flexible hours, they could be during the week or on weekends. Please email a resume to Julie at julesfoster@gmail.com
MARINER PIZZA in Sidney is looking to hire a student in their high pace pizza shop. Sunday-Thursday 4pm-8 pm and Friday-Saturday 4pm-8:30pm. Drop off your resume or email it to al@marinerpizza.ca (2321 James White Blvd, Sidney)
SEA PRO DISTRIBUTION LTD is located in Sidney, is a fishing and camping wholesale supplier. They are looking for a seasonal Warehouse Worker, who has a positive attitude, is reliable and is able to start immediately. Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00 pm to the end of September with a possibility of extension. $18.00 hour - Valid BC Driver’s License required. See the Saanich Career Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ for a complete list of duties. Under the Job Opportunities Tab. Submit your resume to Brian Fitzgerald by email: brian@seaprodistribution.com
KIDS CLUB SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - If you are interested in working with children in an outdoor summer day camp setting with staff mentors, there are a few programs that may interest you! These programs will train young leaders through mentored work. Vancouver Island Kids Klub are currently recruiting youth ages 16-18 to work at their 7 camp locations and Little Beavers Daycare. $15.20 hour, and you will receive precamp and ongoing training sessions. For more questions, information and to register see the Saanich Career Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ Under the Training, Workshops and Camps tab. Registration open until May 21, 2021.
GRAD 2021
On Thursday, May 20th there will be a Grad Tie-Dye event at lunch out on the back field! Check out the Grad Google classroom for more details!
GRADS - It is time to book your appointment to be filmed crossing the bridge as part of this year's virtual graduation ceremony. Filming will take place on Saturday June 12th from 10am-6pm. Link and sign up information is posted in the Grad 2021 Google Classroom. See Mrs. Dildy if you have any questions.
A REMINDER TO GRADE 12's TO CHECK THE GRAD ELIGIBILITY LIST that is posted on the Counselling Office window. If your name isn't there, is it because you are one of the 50 students who have outstanding fees to pay? Or one of the 26 students who have overdue books? Or one of the 10 students who need to book an appointment with Mr. Redlin? See Ms. Batham in the main office for more information.
MAGIC WAND PROJECT - Magic Wand Project is a non-profit organization that offers an inexpensive and eco-friendly alternative to grad outfits for both girls and boys. This is a chance to borrow, rather than buy, a dress, suit or tux, (a small fee for cleaning is the only charge). All outfits are new or like-new, and all accessories are included. Any student is eligible. To book an appointment to view the selection of available clothes, email Elizabeth: esurerus@telus.net or Joy: jandtharrison@shaw.ca Website: www.themagicwandproject.ca
PARENT COMMITTEE for GRAD 2021 BOTTLE DRIVE is happening on Saturday, May 22nd from 9am-12pm at Stelly's School. This is the last bottle drive for this grad class of 2021, as we will be passing this onto the parents and grads of 2022 in June. We need as many volunteers as possible as we have been gathering recycling. Please consider volunteering for 1, 2 or all 3 hours. Please bring a mask and gloves, we will have a sanitizing station also. This bottle drive is HUGE and is contributing lots to the yearend grad event parents are helping with. You can also drop your bottles off anytime throughout the year at one of the three Bottle Depots in Victoria (Glanford, Quadra and Queens) and ask for the funds to be added to the Stelly's Parent Grad Account. Thank You for your continued support!!
INTERNATIONAL
IN SEARCH OF NEW HOMESTAY FAMILIES FOR 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR: Are you interested in becoming a Homestay family for an International student? Saanich Schools International Student Program needs new host families for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year! This can be a wonderful opportunity to make life-long friendships and share the beauty of your home and community. Host families receive a generous allowance to offset expenses.
Learn More: https://www.studyinsaanich.ca/homestay/info-for-host-families
Apply Now: https://mytruenorth.ca/hsportalindex.php?db=saanich
THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S ... STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!