THE DAILY BUZZ
April 11th, 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 Bacon Lettuce Tomato & Cheese Wrap, Baked Turkey Peppers & Mozza Panini, Clubhouse Salad, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Mac & Cheese or a Sweet & Sour Chicken Rice Bowl. Come on Down and check it out!
TRANSPORTATION (BUSSING) for 2022-2023 is now open for registration and will close June 15, 2022. Click on the link below https://saanichschools.ca/resources/studentsfamilies/transportation
STELLY'S FILL THE HIVE FOOD DRIVE is taking place next Wednesday April 20th from 4-8pm. Student volunteers are needed to collect donations from homes in our community. Complete the form on the Google Classroom to sign up! See Mr. Braun, Mr. Hart, Mr. McDonald or Mrs. Dildy if you have any questions.
CHECK OUT THE FREE CLOTHING RACK OUTSIDE THE TEXTILES ROOM! Come on and check it out and help yourself!
Any students wishing to REWRITE their Literacy 10, Numeracy 10 or Literacy 12 exams please see Mr. Braun in the office ASAP. We will be rewriting at the end of April.
IS YOUR CHILD GRADUATING IN 2023? We are looking for a grad 2023 parent to take over the monthly bottle drop offs? It has become a huge fundraiser, so far, we have raised over $10,000 in bottles! We have April and May drop offs, and then June we pass it over to the 2023 crew. Please contact Darcy Winkel at dmwinkel@shaw.ca
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.
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.
CLUBS
There is a mandatory meeting for all Indigenous Leadership students in Room 33 at lunch on Tuesday. Caitlyn and Aimee will see you there! UVic field trip forms are also due, so hand them Tuesday.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN VISITING FRANCE & ITALY ON SPRING BREAK 2024? Ms. Liberatore will be leading a group of students grades 9-12 with Explorica Tours to some of the most gorgeous cities in Europe. We will visit Paris, Nice, Florence and Rome. Payment plans are available and there is an early enrollment discount. Pleases contact tliberatore@saanichschools.ca or come to room 51 at break or lunch for more information. http://www.explorica.ca/liberatore-5426 . For more information you can also email Tasha at tliberatore@saanichschools.ca.
CAREER CENTRE
FINDING SUCCESS IN DESIGN - a webinar about finding your career path in design post-secondary school. Are you a creative individual with an interest in art and design? Would you like to know how your passions can become a fulfilling career? Is studying art and design the next step for you? April 28th at 7:00 pm. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab to register.
WOMEN IN TRADES VIRTUAL MEET & GREET - Women in Trades Virtual Meet & Greet for Female High School Students. This FREE virtual Event takes place on Monday, May 9th, 2022 at 6:30 PST pm, ends at 8:00 PST pm. See the poster and register on the Saanich Career Education website https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under Events, Info Sessions and more tab
CANADIAN COAST GUARD DAYS - Friday, June 10th, Victoria Base (25 Huron St.) Have you ever considered a career with the Coast Guard? Check out several booths and demonstrations highlighting who we are and the type of work we do from helicopter operations, vessel tour, search and rescue, aids to navigation, and more… If interested see Mr. Bailey in Room #27.
Have you ever thought about a career in the high demand areas of "Information Technology Systems and Networking Administration or Web and Mobile Development?" Join us online on Tuesday, April 12th at 7 pm - 8 pm to learn more about Vancouver Island University's diploma programs through the ITAS department that will help you build a career in these exciting technology fields. To register visit the Saanich Career Education webpage at: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under Events, Info Sessions and more tab
WORKBC is excited to announce a series of virtual and in-person events to celebrate BC Youth Week May 2nd to 6th. To register and see the different presentations visit the Saanich Career Education webpage at: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under Events, Info Sessions and more tab
BCIT Radio Arts & Entertainment Program - is accepting applications for their full-time diploma program in September 2022. For more information and how to apply, see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Post Secondary Schools/University Information tab.
TRADES EXPLORATION (TEx Program) - TEx Program, in Semester 2 next year at Claremont Secondary, it can help you discover the trade that suits you and your talents best, and, lead into post secondary trades training at Camosun College. Tex combines school-based instruction with actual workplace experience in Carpentry, Plumbing, Welding and Electrical, giving you a comprehensive overview of each of these trade areas. Learn about each trade, fast track your future and earn up to 8 credits toward grad for completing 2 courses! See Ms. Hackman in the Career Centre for more information.
INDIGENOUS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! You’re invited to explore pathways to post secondary with UVic and Camosun on Thursday, April 14, 2022. If you are interested ... email cjimmo@saanichschools.ca For more information see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Session and more tab.
WOMEN IN TRADES & TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION DAY - There is still room at the Women in Trades and Technology Exploration Day happening on Thursday, April 21st, 2022 9:30 - 2:00 @ Camosun College (Interurban) Students will have the opportunity to participate in 2 trades and 2 technology hands-on activities. TRADES: Electrical - Fine Furniture - Sheet Metal - Automotive TECHNOLOGY: Computer Science - Camosun Innovates - Mechanical Engineering - Electronics. Please see the Career Centre for permission letter and field trip form. See the Poster on Saanich Career Education website @ https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
THE INTER-CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF GREATER VICTORIA are hiring interpreters and translators who speak Ukrainian and Russian. If you or anyone you know is fluent in English and Ukrainian or English and Russian, please contact translation@icavictoria.org To learn more about ICA's evolving response to the Ukraine crisis, The Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria have set up a Ukraine web page
ELK LAKE FARM is looking for Farm/garden help! If you are interested in being outside and getting exercise, you may be a good candidate for this local job. A good learning experience on an organic fruit farm. Right now, the employer is looking for someone to help with weeding, shoveling, mowing grass; and picking blackberries in July, starting at $16.00 hour. Scheduling is flexible, starting at as little as 3 hours per week, working up to more hours and potential summer work. The farm is located on Old West Saanich Rd. on the other side of Elk Lake. Contact: Cindy (250) 479-7773.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN GARDENING? Strong student required for help with moving rocks, posts and general garden maintenance. Saturdays, 4 hours at a time $15.65 hour. If you interested email robinkilistoff@yahoo.ca (Bear Hill Road)
SIDNEY EMPLOYMENT EXPO - Explore part-time job opportunities - Gain valuable experience and confidence in talking to employers - Take part in the Resume Bootcamp station - Explore career options - Gain insight into the local labour market. May 19, 2022 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Mary Winspear Centre. For the poster see the Saanich Education Career webpage at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab.
LEGION MANOR VICTORIA is a supportive and assisted living community for seniors. They are looking to hire: Dishwasher, $20.56-hour (permanent part-time) + Free lunch and Gardener $21.00-hour (seasonal) Monday-Friday, + Free lunch. For more information and for job descriptions see the Saanich Career Education website at: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Job Opportunities tab
GRAD 2022
IT IS A TRADITION AT STELLYS TO INCORPORATE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES IN OUR GRAD RECOGNITION CEREMONY: Talk to Mr. Ziegler if you have any questions. Apply by April 14th. Auditions will take place May 4th and May 6th.
REMINDER to Grads ... Please hand in your grad forms to the main office!
STELLY'S 2022 AFTERGRAD are having another ROSE FUNDRAISER from Eurosa Farms. Orders due this Thursday, April 14, with delivery for next Friday, April 22, from 2-3 at Stelly’s School. Please email your orders to Darcy Winkel, dmwinkel@shaw.ca and you can pay via etransfer (same email) or cash/cheque to the school office in an envelope with your name on it. Thanks for your support of our 2022 grads!
VALEDICTORIAN & EMCEE APPLICATIONS - Due April 19th - If you wish to apply for the role of Valedictorian or Ceremony Emcee please complete the form on the Grad Google Drive and submit by April 19th. For your application you will need the names of 8 people who nominate you. They will be contacted to confirm they support your application: 4 of your peers, 2 teachers, 1 counsellor & 1 administrator. Valedictorian applications will also need to provide details of 2 extra-curricular activities and one voluntary or leadership role beyond the scope of the classroom!
GRAD SCHOLARSHIP meeting is happening on Wednesday, April 20th at lunch in the Learning Commons. See Mrs. Laws if you have any questions!
STELLY'S 2022 AFTERGRAD SILENT AUCTION, website ( https://www.32auctions.com/stellysgrads) and it will be LIVE from April 6th thru19th finishing up at Brewskies pub for a Beer 'n Burger night, Tuesday April 19th. Tickets for the Beer ’n Burger are $25 and can be purchased by emailing Christa Flight at ccflight@shaw.ca. Thanks for all your support of our 2022 grads!
GRAD SPRING PLANT FUNDRAISER is happening right now! For each plant that you sell, you get $5 credited towards your Grad Dinner Dance ticket. This is an excellent opportunity to reduce costs and get some beautiful flowers, plants, veggies, and herbs. You can either collect orders and record your sales on the order form, or you can refer people to the link to access the website. Orders and money are due on April 14th and plants will arrive on May 3rd. Please see Ms. Tamboline in room 43 if you have any questions.
INTERNATIONAL
ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRIP: A reminder to all International Students going on the Rocky Mt. Trip to meet in Room 24 on Wednesday, April 13 at 11:30. Please be on time.
PARENTS/COMMUNITY
KIDSPORT GREATER VICTORIA: Financial support for families in need, So ALL Kids Can Play. KidSport Greater Victoria is a local organization that exists to help families in need access organized sport opportunities for their children. To be eligible for up to $600 per year in registration fee support, children must be 18 years or under, families must be within financial eligibility limits, and season must be at least 8 weeks long with an eligible sport organization. For more information, a list of eligible local sport organizations, and to apply, visit www.kidsportvictoria.ca.
THAT'S IT FOR TODAY STELLY'S ... STAY GOLDEN AND MAROON!