THE CHRONICLE
Wednesday November 8, 2017
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lost
A long navy blue denim jacket (mechanics-style) has been lost in the school. It has a SEMA badge on it. If you have come across this jacket, please help out your fellow student and bring it to the office. The owner is offering a reward to whoever finds it.
Board Games
Everyone is welcome to come play board games on WEDNESDAYS at lunch, starting TODAY in Room 215! Bring your friends and join in on the fun! If you have any questions, please see Ms. Huber.
Claremont Lanyards
If you ordered a lanyard with your Claremont Clothing order in September, you can pick them up from Wendi Marshall in the Accounting office.
Remembrance Day Assemblies
This FRIDAY, Claremont will dedicate blocks 1 and 2 for our Remembrance Day assemblies, to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women who served our country, and those who continue to serve, in order to preserve our Canadian values and freedoms. Thank you to the men and women of our Canadian military: the soldiers, medics, equipment technicians, pilots, support staff and peacekeepers.
Photo Retakes Are in the Office
There are still many student photo packages and I.D. cards in the office, waiting to be picked up.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
No news today.
CLUBS
No news today
ATHLETICS
Girls Lacrosse Class
For all girls in the Semester 2 Girls Lacrosse class: there is a meeting this THURSDAY at lunch in room 276 (textiles room) with Ms Taylor.
CAREER CENTRE
University Visits
Queen's University - Bader International Study Centre - will have a representative at Claremont this FRIDAY, November 10th at 2:48 pm in the Student Lounge. Stop by after school Friday to learn more.
UVic will have a representative here on TUESDAY, Nov. 14th at lunch in the Learning Commons. Stop by to find out more about UVic programs and admissions!. This is the day right after the long weekend, so you may want to put a reminder into your calendars!
Canadian Armed Forces Open House
Are you interested in learning more about the Canadian Armed Forces? Experience the C.A.F. interactive Open House - Saturday, November 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bay St. Armoury, 713 Bay St.
*Try the C.A.F. physical fitness test (minors require parental consent to try the fitness test).
*Experience the combat simulator.
*Try on military gear.
*Check out and try using military equipment.
*Sample military survival food.
*Talk to military members about their jobs with the Navy, Army, or Air Force.
*Ask recruiters about career and subsidized education opportunities.
Visit the Career Centre for more information.
Apprenticeships and Trades Training
If you are interested in registering in an Apprenticeship program or for Trades Training at Camosun College, please see Mr. Arsenault in the Career Centre.
GRAD 2018
Grad Photos
The grad photos arrived on Tuesday. If you missed picking them up, please come to the office.
All Night Dry Grad Committee
Parents of the 2018 grad class: the next Dry Grad Committee meeting is NEXT TUESDAY November 14th at 7:00pm in the Learning Commons.
The 2018 Dry Grad Committee urgently needs to fill the following positions:
*Donations and Prizes Coordinator
*Security Coordinator
If interested, please contact Paula Skilton at pskilton13@gmail.com or Jennie Williams at jenniew88@msn.com
Grad Transition
A reminder to Grade 12s that Grad Transition completion is a grad requirement, and it is not too early to get it done! Pick up your GT forms from the Career Centre and complete your GT before formal exit interviews have to be organized for you.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
No news today.
Check Brenda's board every day for news.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Peninsula Youth Health Clinic – New Hours
Important: Hours have changed - The Peninsula Youth Health Clinic is now open every Thursday from 5-7pm. Walk in's are welcome, but if you are interested in booking an appointment or would like more info, call the clinic at 250-656-4114. Location: at the Ocean Pier Medical Clinic, (#207-2537 Beacon Avenue in Sidney) This clinic offers completely free and confidential service in the areas of physical, sexual, and mental health for youth. This Youth Clinic offers a judgement-free zone for all youth and is an LGBTQ safe space.
*If you need a reminder about any of this information, the daily announcements are posted outside of the front office.*