The Daily Buzz

November 17, 2021

 
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November 17, 2021
by Susan Batham - Wednesday, 17 November 2021, 2:10 PM
 

THE DAILY BUZZNovember 17th, 2021GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTSTODAY THE CAFETERIA has the choice of a BLTC Wrap, Chicken & Mozza RoastedGarlic & Arugula Focaccia, Artisan Pizza, Chicken Caesar Salad, MeatTortellini in a creamy Sundried Tomato sauce, Asian Meatballs on Chow Meinnoodles or Boston Clam chowder with a biscuit. Come on Down and check it out!

Today we are having an Indigenous Student Luncheon with Mua in the DiningRoom. All indigenous students are welcome to attend!STELLY'S GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES STUDENTS are raising money for environmentalresearch on the west coast of Vancouver Island by hosting their 21st annualGlobal Gala on Thursday, November 25th.  From 5pm-9pm, the Gala will includelectures about current environmental issues and previous Global Perspectivestrips, musical performances, light snacks and appetizers, and a silentauction. Tickets are $15 and are available from students or at the door.SCHOOL BUS CARDS are available to pick up from the main office!  The busdrivers will be expecting students to show their bus cards. STUDENT PARKING: Reminder to all students who are parking in the studentparking lot... you need to be registered. Parking forms are available in theMain Office.

HOMEWORK HELP is available every morning from 7:15 am in Rm 156 & AFTER SCHOOLHELP is in the Learning Commons.  Monday & Wednesday is Math & Science and onTuesday & Thursday is Humanities. All Session run after school until 4pm.CLUBSSCHOLARSHIP MEETING is happening TODAY at lunch in the Learning Commons! SeeMrs. Laws if you have any questions!CAREER CENTRECANADIAN COAST GUARD COLLEGE - Register for a virtual presentation hosted bythe Canadian Coast Guard College, "Discover the Officer Training Program."(Once you register, you will be sent a scheduler link and then you will beallowed to choose a time that works best for you) The four-year OfficerTraining Program is one of the best marine training programs in the world,producing both Marine Engineering Officers and Marine Navigation Officers.Graduates of the CCGC receive a Canadian Coast Guard College Diploma, aBachelor of Technology in Nautical Sciences, a Commercial Certification issuedby Transport Canada, continued employment with the Canadian Coast Guard, andinternationally recognized certification.  To register go to the SaanichCareer Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/VIRTUAL PARENTS NIGHT AT UVIC ON NOV 24th at 6pm - Parent nights are forparents and guardians of high school students, but your students are welcometo join you! In these online events, we'll answer your questions aboutadmission requirements, scholarships and upcoming application deadlines, andoffer advice on helping your children successfully transition to life inuniversity. Events are scheduled in Pacific Time. Registration closes twohours before an event Register at: https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/tours-events/events/index.phpEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:LAWN MOWING & YARDWORK JOBS:      1. North Saanich, East Saanich Rd. – Pruning& yard clean up – 2 hrs. @ $15.20/Hour.   2. North Saanich, Laurel Rd. – Lawnmowing, blowing debris off driveway and decks, some branch pick-up 4-5 hrs. @$25.00/Hour.   This job could become regular work!  Contact Info:yep@beaconcs.cs or 778-426-8767SIDNEY MUSEUM & ARCHIVES are looking to hire an Archives Intern, 14 hours aweek, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, $16.60 hour, November 27thto July 31st, 2022.   To see the complete job description, see the SaanichCareer Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/GRAD 2022November Grad Spirit WeekNov 22 - Monochrome MondayNov 23 - Mathletes vs. Athletes  Nov 24 - Everything but the backpack…Nov 25 - Throwback Thursday (Decades)Nov 26 - Formal FridayGRAD WINTER FORMAL is an evening of fun and festive treats on December 8,2021, 6:30-9pm.  Tickets $25 (On sale November 29 - December 6) Check out@stellysgrad Insta stories for more details, FAQs and song requests.IT IS GRAD QUOTE TIME! A form is available on the Grad Google Classroom andneeds to be filled out. The deadline is DECEMBER 17th, 2021.  Your write upwill appear beside your photo in the yearbook, other photos may appear in theyearbook.   This year I have asked for some videos that may be used later inthe year for grad related activities.  If you need help filling this outplease come and find Mr. Hart.  Do it this weekend so you do not need to worryas the deadline approaches. The form will be closed on December 18th and thepage will be made, do not miss this deadline.STELLY'S AFTER GRAD 2022 FUNDRAISER- Epicure Fast Dinner Solutions!  5 mealsplus a dessert only $25.00 a package.  Contact Michelle Wake if you have anyquestions @ mwake69@gmail.com  Click on the link to place your order ...  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1esZcdN5RFWW04HsaXeyFnU4tgywSb0yfP9QdIXvv-c4/prefillGRAD FUNDRAISER - Come support your Stelly’s Parent After Grad Committee infundraising for the 2022 Grad Class with a Meat Draw and 50/50 Draw atBrewsky's Tap house. Meat draw prizes are prepared and packaged by our localFraser Orr Butcher. Packages range from wonderful selections of choice cutmeats to marinated meats, sausages and pies.  Draws happen between 2pm and 4pmon Saturday, November 27th, 2021. Come enjoy the excitement and buy your $1tickets supporting a great cause.MAGIC WAND PROJECT:  Magic Wand Project is a non-profit organization thatoffers an inexpensive and eco-friendly alternative to grad outfits for bothgirls and boys. This is a chance to borrow, rather than buy, a dress, suit ortux, (a small fee for cleaning is the only charge). All outfits are new orlike-new, and all accessories are included. Any student is eligible.  To bookan appointment to view the selection of available clothes, email Elizabeth:esurerus@telus.net  or Joy: jandtharrison@shaw.ca   Website:www.themagicwandproject.caGRAD 2022 BOTTLE DRIVE is happening on Saturday, November 27th from 9am-12pmat Stelly's School.   Please consider volunteering for 1, 2 or all 3hours. Please bring a mask and gloves, we will have a sanitizing station also.This bottle drive is HUGE and is contributing lots to the year end grad 2022event parents are helping with. You can also drop your bottles off anytimethroughout 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 ParentGrad Account. PARENTS/COMMUNITYUPCOMING PARENTING WORKSHOPS ... Check out the upcoming Parenting Workshops onthe General Announcements!                      THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S ...  STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!