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Friday May 14 News
by Andrea Martin - Friday, 14 May 2021, 10:54 AM
 

THE CHRONICLE

Friday May 14, 2021

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

School Bus Registration for 2021-2022

School bus registration for next school year is now open until June 20th.  To register, you will need your Student #.  Registration link is on the Saanich School District website:  https://www.sd63.bc.ca/programs-and-services/transportation

 

30 Hours Work Experience or Volunteering 

Reminder to CLE/CLC students (especially Gr. 12s): When you have completed your           30 hours of Work Experience or Volunteering, ask your employer or volunteer coordinator to confirm your hours via email to Mrs. Watson (Career Centre) - cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

ATHLETICS

Intramurals: Spikeball, Kickball and Softball

Intramurals Round 3 are back and we are moving outside.  Tourneys in Spikeball and Kickball will be held for the remainder of May and most of June.

Spikeball:  2-person teams, Jr and Sr divisions, Open and Recreational divisions.  Co-ed teams and same gender teams are encouraged.

Kickball:  Will begin in June.  Teams of 10 with a minimum of 3 females.  Jr and Sr divisions.

Softball:  stay tuned for more information.

Sign up or registration will be done in two ways – students can sign up on posters on the main gym doors or via the school athletic website at http://www.claremontathletics.ca/

Students are being asked to sign up by Monday, May 17.  Dates of games will be announced via school announcements – the target start date for Spikeball games is TUESDAY May 18.

 

CLUBS

No news today.

 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

In Search of New Homestay Families

Are you interested in becoming a Homestay family for an International student? Saanich Schools International Student Program needs new host families for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year!  This can be a wonderful opportunity to make life-long friendships and share the beauty of your home and community.  Host families receive a generous monthly allowance of $975 to offset expenses. Host families who are willing to host boys are especially needed!

Learn More: https://www.studyinsaanich.ca/homestay/info-for-host-families 

Request a no-commitment consultationhttps://studyinsaanich.ca/host-interest 

Apply Now: https://mytruenorth.ca/hsportalindex.php?db=saanich

  

GRAD 2021 FUNDRAISING

50/50 Draw

Here is a quick and easy way to support our 2021 grads.  A 50/50 draw!  The grad parent fundraising team are having two draws, one on May 17th and one on May 31stTickets can be purchased now for the draw on May 17th.  Everything is done online.  Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20.  Who doesn’t like winning cash!?  claremontagc.rafflenexus.com

Please reach out if you have any questions, ClaremontAGCRaffle@gmail.com

 

Smile Cards 

Another easy way to support the 2021 Grad class is to use a Thrifty Foods Smile Card for your grocery shopping. Thrifty Foods will donate an amount equal to 5% of the dollars you load on to your pre-assigned Smile Card to the 2021 Dry Grad. Smile Cards can be picked up at the Claremont office.

Questions about fundraising?  Please contact the Fundraising Committee:  <span lang="EN-US">Claremont2021AGC@gmail.com</span>

 

GRAD 2021

Grad Gowns

Students: if you missed picking up your grad gown yesterday, please pick it up from Ms Giordano in the dance studio TODAY at lunch.   You will also get your Cap if you are planning on wearing it this weekend for our ceremony filming. 
If you did not order a Gown, you will get your Keepsake Graduation Cap in your swag bag at the end of June and you DO NOT need to come pick it up now. Please see Ms Giordano if you have any questions. 

We have a few extra grad gowns. Come see Ms Giordano TODAY at lunch if you are interested in buying one. $25

 

OnLine Courses Completion Deadline – May 31

Grads: If you are applying to university/college, make sure you have completed any online courses (SIDES, NIDES, etc) by May 31st. This deadline allows for sufficient time for coursework to be graded and final marks to be sent to the Ministry of Education, for your transcript. 

See your school counsellor if you have any questions.

 

Magic Wand Project

Magic Wand Project is a non-profit organization that offers an inexpensive and eco-friendly alternative to grad outfits for both girls and boys. This is a chance to borrow, rather than buy, a dress, suit or tux, (a small fee for cleaning is the only charge). All outfits are new or like-new, and all accessories are included. Any student is eligible.

To book an appointment to view the selection of available clothes, email Elizabeth: esurerus@telus.net  or Joy: jandtharrison@shaw.ca   Website: www.themagicwandproject.ca

 

Student Transcript Service

Grade 12’s: Did you know that YOU can access your own transcripts from the Student Transcript Service website?  You can view your transcript and/or send them to a Post-Secondary Institution of your choice, at any time. It is easy to make a BCeID account on the Student Transcript Service.  Check out the information posters on the wall, just outside of the counselling office.  http://www.StudentTranscripts.gov.bc.ca

  

CAREERS

SD63: List of Virtual Post-Secondary Info and Events

The Saanich School District has a Careers page that is full of good information about various training, careers information, and post-secondary opportunities. For the most current details about virtual events, make sure to visit https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/    This site is updated continually. More information can also be found in the Claremont Career Centre or with Mrs. Watson in room 222.

Some of the current highlights include:

Saanich Police: Career Info – May 18

Women in the Automotive Industry Webinar – May 26

Entrepreneurship Workshops for Grade 10 & 11 Students – May 25 & 27

Camp Ignite Mentorship Program – Apply by June 1
Summer Camp Youth Leadership Opportunities

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

Programs at the Upside Teen Centre (Saanich Commonwealth Place)

Reminder that there are FREE, registered drop-in style programs for older teens at the Upside Teen Centre.  Youth can pre-register online or in person! 

MONDAYS 6-8pm:  Outdoor Adventure Club

TUESDAYS  6-8pm: Music Night

WEDNESDAYS  6-8pm: Games Night

THURSDAYS 6-8pm: Movie Night

 

Peninsula Youth Clinic

Peninsula Youth Clinic is operating through Telehealth on Thursday evenings 5:30 - 7:30pm Appointments with doctors or mental health workers are conducted by phone or video. Services are completely free and confidential in their judgement free zone for any medical concerns, to get prescriptions, or to speak with a counsellor.  To make an appointment, call 250-656-4143.

 

 Foundry Youth Clinic

Foundry Victoria Youth Clinic offers young people ages 12-24 health and wellness services, with doctors, mental health workers, and peer support workers. Foundry is open for virtual and on-site appointments. To make an appointment, call 250-383-3552. Phones are answered beginning at 10:30AM on weekdays to schedule appointments for the day.

  

A copy of the announcements is posted on the wall outside of the main office door.