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Monday February 26 News

 
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Monday February 26 News
by Andrea Martin - Monday, 26 February 2018, 10:19 AM
 

THE CHRONICLE
Monday February 26,  2018

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Course Selection Forms

Reminder that the deadline to return course selection forms for next year is Friday March 2.

Claremont Spartan Wear – Order Deadline is Tomorrow
If you would like to order Spartan Wear (t-shirts, hoodies, sweat pants, scarves and lanyards), the order forms are on the counter at the office.  Deadline to order is TOMORROW (Tuesday) February 27.

“Annie” - Opens This Week
Claremont's Musical Theatre production of “Annie” opens this week. Tickets are on sale through Mrs. Marshall in the accounting office; call 250-658-6672.  7pm shows run Feb 28 - March 3, and March 7-10. Additional 1pm matinees on March 3 & 10 .Tickets are $15 Adults / $12.50 for Students/Seniors/Children 12 and under (groups of 10 or more, $12 each).   Open seating. Plan early; this show is sure to sell out!!

Pink Shirt Day - Wednesday Feb 28
This WEDNESDAY Feb 28 is Pink Shirt Day, Please support Claremont's commitment to a bully-free environment by wearing pink. By joining together and wearing pink, we can visibly show our support for a more inclusive, accepting and compassionate society.

NYC 2019 @ Spring Break
If you are interested in a trip to New York City during Spring Break 2019, please come to an info meeting on THURSDAY at lunch in the theatre.  This is an arts-focussed trip but is open to all Claremont students. If you cannot attend the meeting, see Mr. Plant.  Parents are welcome to email Mr. Plant for details at cplant@sd63.bc.ca

STUDENT GOVERNMENT
No news today.

CLUBS
No news today.

ATHLETICS
Athletes Of The Month

Congratulations to the Spartan “Athletes of the Month” for January:
Junior Girl- Olina Ross
Junior Boy- Noah Messelink
Senior Girl- Chloe Scaber
Senior Boy- Noah Jefferson
You can read more about their accomplishments in the display cases outside the gyms.

Girls Lacrosse Class
Girls lacrosse class students:  please bring your forms to Ms. Taylor at lunch time TODAY, if you can. A reminder that we are at the TURF today so be in P.E. clothes with your sticks, etc. and ready to get on the bus as quickly as possible at the beginning of block 4.

CAREER CENTRE
Easter Egg Hunt Volunteers

Volunteers are needed for the annual ReMax Easter Egg Hunt at Beaver Lake Park, Saturday March 31st from 8:00am to 1:00pm, to help with Face Painting, Cake Decorating, hiding Easter Eggs and more! Dressing up like a bunny is encouraged! Hot chocolate and a hot dog available to volunteers. Please sign up in the Career Centre.

S.A.T. Exam Preparation
Students planning to attend College or University in the US are required to write an S.A.T. exam before admission. St. Michael's University School is offering an SAT preparation course this Spring from March 3 - May 3.  Register at www.smus.ca/satprep or visit the Career Centre for more information.

GRAD 2018
Claremont Grad Wear – Order Deadline is Tomorrow

If you would like to order Grad Wear (long-sleeved t-shirts, hoodies, sweat pants, sweat shirt, and lanyards), the order forms are on the counter at the office.  Deadline to order is TOMORROW (Tuesday) February 27.

Dry Grad Fundraiser – Purdy’s Chocolates
Just in time for Easter! An online fundraiser with Purdy's Chocolatier!  Claremont Dry Grad will receive 25% of all orders.  If you'd like to support us through the purchase of some very sweet Easter gifts for friends, family and yourself please click the link: https://www.purdysgpp.com/773598   After you've signed in you can buy our amazing chocolates or invite others to join and support our Fundraising Campaign!  Order deadline: March 1.  Pick up at Claremont: March 13 - 16

Dry Grad Fundraiser - Family Portraits
Receive a Hudson Wren Black & White Portrait Gift Certificate valued at $450. The gift certificates are $100 for a weekday appointment and $150 for a weekend appointment. The entire sitting fee, $100 or $150, accordingly, will go directly to the Claremont Dry Grad 2018!  Appointments are for the month of April only! There are a limited number of portrait sittings available so please book now. For all the details and how to apply please visit: www.hudsonwren.com/claremont

Dry Grad: Year-Long Fundraisers
Thrifty Smile Cards are available in the office for families (all grades) who would like to support Claremont's Dry Grad 2018.
Return It Bottle Depot - Dropping off bottles? Why not donate to the Claremont Dry Grad 2018 account? How?  At the beginning of the transaction please state that funds are to be donated to "Claremont Grad 2018."  Families of all grades are welcome to participate.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Rocky Mountain Adventure Trip

A new trip for International Students: Rocky Mountain Adventure, April 8 - 11th.  See Brenda for a package.

Travel Applications
Going away over Spring Break? Travelling by air? A new "Flight Travel" application must be completed.

COMMUNITY NEWS
Youth Clinic

The main Victoria Youth Clinic is open to all youth and is located at  818 Douglas Street on the 3rd floor. It is open Monday to Thursday 11-5 and Friday 11-4.

*If you need a reminder about any of this information, the daily announcements are posted outside of the front office.*