Claremont Secondary School

THE CHRONICLE
Tuesday November 27, 2018

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spartan Wear
If you ordered Spartan Wear, the hoodies, pants and t-shirts will be handed out TODAY at lunch in the big gym.  Make sure you get there to pick up your order.

Early Closure Nov. 29
Reminder that this THURSDAY Nov. 29 there will be an early closure to allow time for the evening parent-teacher interviews.  The revised class schedule will be:
Block 1     9:00-10:07
Block 2   10:13-11:22
Lunch        11:22-12:08
Block 3   12:08-1:15
Block 4     1:21-2:28

Winter Is Here – School Heating
As you may be aware, there has been a pipeline incident outside of Prince George BC that has resulted in a constrained supply of natural gas supply to British Columbia. Fortis has advised all customers that the supply of natural gas will be effected throughout the winter, and has requested that all customers voluntarily reduce their usage. School District 63 will be doing their part by reducing the heat in our buildings by a few degrees.  Students and staff are asked to please bear with the situation, expect reduced temperatures and plan to have an extra sweater available.

Photos, Student I.D. Cards and Bus Passes
There are still many school photos, student I.D. cards, and bus passes in the office.  Please come by to pick them up. 

CLUBS
Spirit Squad
There is no Spirit Squad meeting TODAY, as Ms Giordano is not available. See you next Tuesday.

Book Drive - Youth for Change & Inclusion
Claremont’s YCI Club is hosting a book drive which is running until the end of this week, FRIDAY November 30th. Bring your new or used books (that are still in good condition) to the bin at the front of the office and support those in need! All donations of youth/adult novels will be given to 844 Johnson Street and children’s books will go to the 1000 x 5 project.

ATHLETICS
Jr Girls B Bball
For all players on the Jr Girls B Basketball team: there will be practices this week TODAY at 5:30 and THURSDAY at 3:00 - both in the small gym.  It is very important to attend both - see Mr Reisig if you have any questions.

CAREER CENTRE
University Visit – Nov. 30
A representative from University of Alberta will be at Claremont THIS FRIDAY, Nov. 30, after school in the Student Lounge.  Be sure to stop by to find out all about U of Alberta programs and admissions before going home!

Art Colleges Fair – Nov. 28
Reminder about the Art Colleges Fair TOMORROW (Wednesday) from 6-7:30 pm, held at St. Michael's University School . There will be 17 art/ design/ fine art/ and media Colleges from all over Canada and the United States in attendance. Visit the Career Centre for more information and a list of participating schools.

UX Day 2018 – Dec. 1
UX Day is an opportunity for students, parents, and teachers to learn more about the great programs available for youth interested in science & technology on Southern Vancouver Island.  This event is taking place on Saturday, December 1st, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the UVic ECS Building. Free admission! Come discover the Science and Technology Exploration opportunities for Vancouver Island youth! Visit the Career Centre for more information.

Encounters Canada - January Promotion
Encounters Canada is offering a new promotion for the January 2019 Sports and Fitness week in Ottawa. Get $100 off the regular cost! Pay only $650 for this Encounters week of Jan. 27 - Feb 2, 2019. Your travel is free!  See Mrs. Rhodes in the Career Centre for application information. Don't delay, spaces are limited.

GRAD 2019
Grad Transition
Reminder to grads that GT is a graduation requirement.  Pick up your forms from the Career Centre and interview with your favourite teacher! 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Trip to Whistler
All International students going to Whistler next week must attend a meeting on THURSDAY, Nov 29th at lunch time in Ms. Heppell's classroom # 325.

Travel Applications
Are you planning to travel during the holidays?  Day trip travel applications are due on December 14th.  Overnight and flight travel applications are due December 7th.  Please get them in to Brenda on time.

COMMUNITY NEWS
Peninsula Youth Clinic
The Peninsula Youth Clinic is located at Peninsula Medical, 2a-2379 Bevan Avenue, Sidney and is open every THURSDAY from 5:30 - 7:30pm with both a doctor and mental health clinician on hand.


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