THE DAILY BUZZ
February 10th, 2022
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
GOOD MORNING STELLY'S! We would like to take this moment to acknowledge the W̱SÁNEĆ TERRITORY our school resides on... Here are today's announcements ...
TODAY THE CAFETERIA has the choice of a Roast Beef Dip topped with Mozza & Au Jus, Cajun Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap, Turkey Spinach & Pear Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, Bowtie Pasta & Chorizo in a Pesto Cream Sauce, Cheese Tortellini with Thai Coconut Alfredo Sauce or Corn Chowder with a Cheese Biscuit. Come on Down and check it out!
Hey Stingers... Are you looking for a special gift for your special someone? Leadership has you covered by the HIVE at lunch this week. starting tomorrow you may purchase a Valentine Candy Gram. The cost is 50 cents for 1 or 3 for $1.00.
WANTED STELLY'S BREAKFAST CLUB ORGANIZER FOR SEPTEMBER 2022: The Stelly’s Breakfast Club is looking for a new organizer starting in September of 2022. My last child is graduating this June so I am stepping out of this responsibility. I am certainly happy to help out in the transition period to bring you up to speed. You can set it up all from your home computer organizing volunteers to run it, or you can come into the school and help out as well, depending on your time and availability. The club provides bagels for $0.25 and has been deemed an essential service for the school, as food for kids in the morning is so important. Please let me know if this is an area you would like to help the Stelly’s community out with, it would be appreciated. Darcy Winkel at dmwinkel@shaw.ca .
ABSENCES & ILLNESS - A reminder that parents/guardians notify the school office every day that a student will be absent from school. PLEASE indicate if the reason for absence is for illness; the Ministry of Education requires that schools specifically track how many student absences are due to illness. The Attendance Line is easy to find under the Quick Links on the Stelly's web page which gives the option of reporting absences by email: stellys_attendance@saanichschools.ca or by phone message: 250-544-0300. Please perform BC’s K-12 daily health check before arriving at school.
HOMEWORK HELP: Before School Homework help is at 7:15am in Room 46 and After School Homework Help is in the Learning Commons 4 days a week Monday thru Thursday until 4:00 pm for Math and Science. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for support with English and Social Studies.
CAREER CENTRE
CAMOSUN VIRTUAL INFO NIGHT - Wednesday, February 23rd from 3:00 - 7:30pm This event will feature information sessions from a wide variety of departments, services and support teams across Camosun. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab.
If you are interested in LAW & LEGAL STUDIES, you will want to join a virtual info session about Capilano University's Legal Assistant & Paralegal Programs! The presentation will cover Capilano's in-person and online program options, which are highly regarded in the legal industry. Law12 students are great candidates for their programs, but students with interest in other areas are also benefited by Legal Studies courses. Visit the School of Legal Studies for more information. Meeting date/time: Wed Feb 23 at 6pm (All Saanich high school students are welcome to attend). Visit the School of Legal Studies for more information. Contact Cammie Watson @ cwatson@saanichschools.ca before February 22nd to sign up for the session and receive meeting access.
YOUTH AMBASSADORS PROGRAM with Canada is now open for applications! Apply by February 25th, 2022. The Youth Ambassadors Program with Canada is a 3-week leadership exchange in the United States for teenagers ages 15-18 and adult mentors. Those selected will have no cost to participate. For all the Youth Participant Requirements and to apply see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Travel and Exchanges Tab.
Have you ever thought about a career in Information Technology Systems and Networking administration or Web and Mobile Development? Vancouver Island University is hosting an online seminar on Information Technology and Applied Systems on February 23rd, 2022 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Session and more tab.
VIRTUAL GREEN COLLAR CAREERS CONFERENCE for students - Green Bricks is very pleased to offer to grade 9-12 students. FREE participation in the Green Collar Futures Career Conference on Saturday, February 12, 2022 from 9:00 - 3:00. Space is VERY LIMITED so students MUST be registered by February 9, 2022 (or earlier as spaces will fill up) to attend this event. For more information and how to register go to the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab.
WATT (Workplace Alternative Trades Training) - WATT is a FREE, 3-week Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Start your career in Electrical with WATT. The program will give you the hands-on, employer-verified electrical training you need for a successful start to your career. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Training, Workshops and Camps Tab.
TRADE GATEWAYS! - Try a Trade - See if it Fits! Trades Gateways provide in-person skill and knowledge development activities for employment seekers who have little or no experience in the skilled trades. For more information and to find out more about upcoming gateways see the Saanich Career Information website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Training, Workshops and Camps Tab. Find out more about upcoming gateways at https://www.constructionfoundation.ca/events/
SOUTH ISLAND REGIONAL COMPETITIONS DISCOVER TRADES & TECHNOLOGY EVENT Registration deadline is February 18, 2022. Secondary Skills Students (Grades 10 - 12), can learn, compete, and showcase their skills in the following events: (For more information see your Career Teacher to compete) Automotive, Electrical Wiring, Architectural CAD, Baking, Graphic Design, Photography, Cabinet making, Hairstyling, Pipe Trades, Carpentry, Internet Website Design, Public Speaking, Culinary, Job Search, Welding, Electronics, Mechanical CAD & Workplace Safety.
Mini Med School Vancouver Island - Are you a grade 10-12 student with a passion for science and health research? Join BC Children's Hospital Research Institute for a day of presentations and hands-on activities that explore the newest discoveries and innovations in health research. Friday, April 29th, 2022, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm AT THE Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina at 146 Kingston Street. You require a teacher to sponsor the registration. The Registration form will be posted on Monday, March 7 to Sunday, March 13, 2022. Proof of vaccination is required to attend. For more information and the registration process see the Saanich Career Education webpage at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Session and more tab.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - SAANICH PENNINSULA YOUTH HEALTH CLINIC - The Youth Action Team at the Saanich Peninsula Youth Health Clinic is looking to recruit volunteers who are interested in training for our Sexual Health Ambassador Program! This will involve a weekly commitment of 90 minutes on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:00 pm. The clinic runs through the summer as well, so they would be especially interested in applicants who are available year-round! For more information and how to apply go to the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Volunteer Opportunities tab.
DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS TO GRADUATE? The 1st Tsartlip Scout Group in Sidney is looking for volunteers! HELP SCOUTS CHART THEIR OWN PATH. Through a variety of fun experiences with friends, outdoor adventures and contributions to their community, help kids build resilience and skills that set them up for life! There are lots of other ways to volunteer with Scouts! Find out how YOU can volunteer by emailing Commissioner@sidneyscouts.com
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
SAANICH PARKS JOB OPPORTUNITES (Spring Break Camps) The District of Saanich Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for a variety of individuals to work in our Spring Break Camps for children ages 5 -13. There are three positions available: 1) Program Leader 1 2) Inclusion Program Leaders 3) Program Assistant. The qualifications for all three are to have completed grade 10 and worked a minimum of 8 weeks in a recreational, school, out of school care or day camp setting. For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab.
PENINSULA TRACK & FIELD CLUB is looking for youth coaches! Help coach the Track Rascals program from April/May-June, Tuesday and Thursday evenings (2hrs a week) at Parklands Secondary School Track https://www.pentrack.org/track-rascals-ages-6-8.html For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab.
MARY'S BLEUE MOON CAFE in Sidney is currently looking for a part-time host/busser to start immediately. Must be available to work Sunday’s. Apply with a resume in person (after 2 pm daily) or online to marysbleuemoon.com
SPRING BREAK CAMP LEADERS AT GORDON HEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL - Camps run Mon-Fri and will take place during Spring Break 2022 (the last two weeks of March). Great for those looking to have fun, gain experience working with kids and more! Our Spring Break programs are based on: 2D Game Design/Minecraft Modding (Week 1) and Lego Robotics and Science (Week 2)! For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab.
MT. DOUG GOLF COURSE is hiring part-time and full-time seasonal Clubhouse pro-shop and Greeter check-in positions. Candidates must be available for varying shifts during open hours of 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Weekday, evenings, weekends and holidays. For more information and how to apply see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab.
MT DOUG GOLF COURSE grounds-keeping department is hiring full-time and part-time seasonal positions to be part of their outdoor team. Candidates must be willing to work early mornings 5:30 am to 1:30 pm weekdays, weekends and holidays. For more information and how to apply see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab.
MICHELL'S FARM MARKET is Hiring!! They are looking for reliable, enthusiastic team players! Full-time and Part-time positions. $16.60 per hour. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities Tab for the complete job description. Please apply in person at the market at 2451 Island View Rd, or email your resume with a cover letter to nlmichell@gmail.com Please specify if you are seeking full time or part time and include your availability with your application.
INTERNATIONAL
ALL NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS are asked to attend a mandatory meeting today in Room 24 at Lunchtime. See you all there!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SKI TRIP TO MT. WASHINGTON is scheduled for March 3rd & 4th, 2022. The Cost is $300 and includes: Bus Transportation, Accommodation, Snow Tubing, Lift & Ski/board Rental, Ski/Board Lessons. Forms are available in the International Office. This will fill up fast, so sign up as soon as possible
PARENTS/COMMUNITY
SAANICH PENNINSULA YOUTH CLINIC is operating through Telehealth tonight from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Appointments with doctors or mental health workers are conducted by phone or video. Services are completely free and confidential for any medical concerns, to get prescriptions, or to speak with a counsellor.
THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S ... STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!