THE CHRONICLE
Thursday December 16, 2021
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Friday Dec.17: Pancake Breakfast & Revised Class Schedule
PANCAKES 8:30 - 9:25
Block 1 9:30 - 10:20
Block 2 10:25 - 11:15
Lunch 11:15 - 11:55
Block 3 12:00 - 12:50
Block 4 12:55 - 1:45
1:45 - 2:30 Staff Xmas skit video in Block 4
2:30 - 3:10 Connection time for students to meet with teachers for any last minute learning time.
Semester 1 Drop Date – Dec.17
The last date to drop a class and not have it show up on your transcript is TOMORROW (FRIDAY). Students must fill out a drop form (they are available in the counselling office or Mrs Watson’s office) and have it signed by a parent and teacher first. THEN they can then bring the signed sheet in person to Mr. Pama or Ms Giese to make the drop happen.
Spartan Wear
Did you miss out on buying clothing from the last Spartan Wear order? You have one last chance! Surplus clothing will be sold TODAY and TOMORROW at lunch in the Student Lounge. All items will be reduced in price and will be first come, first served until items run out. Limited items and sizes.
Music Concerts
Are you ready to enjoy some seasonal music? Three concerts from our Claremont music students have been performed and recorded and the digital link will be shared on December 17th.
After School Homework Club
For all students who would like extra help in Math, English, Science or Social Studies: help from Education Assistants is available on TUESDAYS & THURSDAY after school 3:15-4:15 in room 235. All students in all grades are welcome.
Winter Café – Jan. 17
Are you a performing arts student who is craving to perform? Claremont’s Winter Café will be on January 17th. Vocalists, instrumentalists, solos, small groups, you name it. Start rehearsing a piece early and polish it up for this special event! Sign up will be on the music bulletin board when we return after the winter break.
Waterloo Computer Contest Meeting
For all students registered to write the Waterloo Computer Contest: there is a meeting TODAY at lunch in Mr. Beeston's room - Rm 236.
Lost & Found
Two very nice black winter jackets, a digital watch, and an analog watch are still in the lost & found. Please come to the office to claim them.
ATHLETICS
No news today.
CLUBS
Math Club
Preliminary scores have arrived for the COMC. Top three Claremont scorers were Simone CUTRONA, Felix CHANG, and Johnny MENG. This is the hardest contest we write here at Claremont -- well done everyone!! Scores are posted in the Math Wing.
Spirit Club: Holiday Themes This Week
Let’s get festive! Claremont’s Spirit Club has some fun festive themes every day this week to get us ready for the holiday season.
TODAY is Red & Green Day! It’s looking festive in the school!
FRIDAY is Cozy/Pyjamas Day! Also Pancake Breakfast and Staff Skits!!
Key Club - Tree Chipping: Jan. 8 & 9
The Claremont Key Club will be running their tree chipping fundraiser on SATURDAY January 8 (10-4pm) and SUNDAY January 9 (10-2pm). Tree drop-off and chipping will take place in the Claremont student parking lot, off Claremont Avenue. Suggested donation is $10 per tree. All proceeds will go to the charities and organizations we support. Thank you to Davey Tree Service for providing the chipping service.
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 is looking for new host families for our International student who will be joining us in February 2022, as well as host families who would like to be available on short notice for students currently here. 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.
Learn More: https://www.studyinsaanich.ca/homestay/info-for-host-families
Request a no-commitment consultation: https://studyinsaanich.ca/host-interest
Apply Now: https://www.studyinsaanich.ca/apply
GRAD 2022
Grad Wear
Grads: If you ordered Grad Wear, please pick up your clothing orders TODAY at lunch in the Student Lounge.
Grad Parent Planning Committee
For all parents/guardians of the Grads of 2022: the Claremont Grad Parent Planning Committee 2022 is busy making plans for our students’ fun graduation events. Please stay in the loop by joining our Facebook Group! This is the link to join the Facebook Group: Claremont Dry Grad 2022.
Grad 2022 – Bottle Drive Fundraiser: SUNDAY Jan 9
Here is a great way to support the grad class while cleaning up after the holidays. It’s a win-win! There will be a NO SORT Bottle Drive on SUNDAY January 9th, 9:00-3:00 in the Student Parking Lot. Get rid of your empties and support our grad class. Drive-through and drop-off will be easy. Volunteers are also needed; here is the link to sign up to volunteer.
Grad Photos: Update from Lifetouch
Lifetouch is experiencing significant shipping/delivery delays due to the flooding and travel restrictions across the province.
If you are waiting for proofs, and you want to view or order your photos: log into www.mylifetouch.ca and use your student number for access. If students/parents need to check on their order, please phone Customer Care at 1-888-676-1647 or use the chat feature on the mylifetouch.ca website. Hopefully the travel and delivery services will return to normal soon. Lifetouch thanks you in advance for your understanding and patience.
Scholarships
There is lots of information about scholarships available throughout the school year. Three ways to access ongoing information include:
1) Follow @claremontscholarships on Instagram
2) Check out the Scholarships Tracker on the Claremont website.
3) See Ms Tong in room 323 with any questions.
CAREER CENTRE
Job Opportunity
If you would like to try your hand at being a Minor Test Shopper, apply for VIHA's part-time job in Tobacco & Vapour Prevention and Control. $17/hour, various retail locations. Students need to be 14-17 years old. See Mrs. Watson in room 222 for more information, or email cwatson@saanichschools.ca.
Student Trainee - Construction Project Management Opportunity
Architecture49 and WSP Canada have 10 openings available for individuals of the Pauquachin, Tseycum, Tsartlip, Tsawout or Malahat First Nations who are interested in hands-on training in the fields of Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering. This program will provide you the opportunity for 40-Hours on the job training. For more information, see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email Eric Pettit: Eric.Pettit@wsp.com
For LOTS of information about Post-Secondary and other Career Education links, check out our District site: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ Information is updated regularly.
NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC
Happy Holidays
The CPAC would like to extend warm holiday greetings to you and your family. We are the parents that help you facilitate some of the funding and effective communication for Claremont Secondary, however, at the end of the day, we are parents of Claremont students, too.
Our end-of-2021 message is about KINDNESS. In 2021 we have all had to face continued challenges amidst this pandemic, forcing us to face some of our biggest adversities; we have needed empathy & patience to do just about anything. However, through it all, the biggest wins have been kindness and the continued support of the Claremont Secondary community. So on behalf at the CPAC, happy holidays and may 2022 bring much kindness your way!
CPAC Exec Team
Parenting Workshops
The Confederation of Parents' Advisory Councils of Saanich (COPACS) and the PACs of School District 63 (SD63) are pleased to offer SD63 parents/guardians a series of workshops hosted by local parenting educator and counsellor, Dr. Allison Rees. The next upcoming workshop is: Sidestepping the Power Struggle - Monday, Jan 17 - 7:00-9:00 pm. In this workshop we focus on practical solutions to questions like:
"Do consequences work, if so when and how?"
"How do we get kids to take responsibility?"
"How do we get out of the negative relationship patterns like nagging and power struggles?" Great information for parents with children of any age. Please register for the session by emailing: keating.pac@gmail.com
PAC Fundraiser: Country Grocer Receipts
Here is an easy way to support your PAC year-round. Save your Country Grocer receipts and bring them to the school front office. We appreciate your participation in this fundraiser which will benefit our school community with up to $2000 in grocery gift cards.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Peninsula Youth Clinic
The Peninsula Youth Clinic is located at 2379 Bevan Avenue in Sidney and is open every THURSDAY from 5:30-7:30pm for help with any medical concern (physical, mental, and sexual health). Call 250-656-4143 to make an appointment with a physician or counsellor. Services are 100% free, confidential, and explicitly inclusive of all genders and sexualities!
A copy of the announcements is posted on the wall outside of the main office door.