THE CHRONICLE
Tuesday May 10, 2022
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Iceland 2023 Spring Break
Travel is opening up again!! Iceland is one of the top-rated tourist destinations in the world! Students can find out more info about this epic Spring Break trip TODAY at lunch in room 327. Questions? See Mr. Gardner or email: dgardner@saanichschools.ca
Claremont Blood Drive
Appointments for Claremont students are available on TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS and THURSDAYS at 3pm in May and June. Must be at least 17 years old to donate. Book online at Blood.ca or download the 'GiveBlood' App. See posters around the school for the link. See Ms Chapman in room 136 for a field trip permission form and any questions. Donate and save lives!
IGS - Zero Café
The Zero Café is open in the IGS Room 264 before school and at lunch every day of the week. Americanos, Lattes, Cappuccinos, we’ve got them! Get all of your delicious coffee drinks at a fraction of the price that you pay at the big coffee shops.
School Bus Registration for 2022-2023
Registration is now open for students to ride the school bus for the next 2022-2023 school year. Students must be registered with SD63 Transportation Department and hold a current year bus pass in order to ride on the bus. Registration is on-line, and you will need the following information when registering: Student Name, School, Grade, Student Number. Here is the LINK for registration, and it will close June 15, 2022
Antigen Tests for Students
Reminder to students that if you didn’t pick up your box of 5 antigen tests yet, they are available in the office. Students are allowed to receive one box each.
Absences and Illness
A reminder that parents/guardians notify the school office every day that a student will be absent from school. PLEASE indicate if the reason for absence is for illness; the Ministry of Education requires that schools specifically track how many student absences are due to illness. Please notify either the Attendance email: claremont_attendance@saanichschools.ca or by phone message: 250-658-6666. Please perform BC’s K-12 daily health check before arriving at school by clicking HERE .
ATHLETIC
Track & Field
For all Track & Field athletes: there is a meeting TODAY at lunchtime in room 321.
CLUBS
Robotics
Claremont Robotics competed at the VEX World Championships in Dallas, Texas over the past week. Out of the 800 teams at the tournament, our three teams placed 9th, 20th, and 49th in their divisions. Congratulations to all the team members!!!!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International “Tropical” Dance – June 8
For all of our International Students: there is a dance coming up for our SISP students from all 3 Saanich Secondary Schools on WEDNESDAY June 8, 5:30-8:00pm. Location is at Stelly's Secondary School (Multi-Purpose Room). The theme is “Tropical”.
Please RSVP by May 25. Link is in the google classroom.
GRAD 2022
The next parent meeting to discuss the graduation events is TONIGHT, 7:00 - 8:00 PM in the Claremont Learning Commons or virtual via Teams. There will be an update from the Grad Parent Executive and Admin Team about many details regarding the grad dinner/dance (at the Grande Pacific) and the grad ceremony (at UVic). The Teams LINK to this meeting is on the front page of the Claremont website.
Grad Gowns
If you ordered a Grad Gown back in the fall, they are here! Please pick up TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY) at lunch in the student lounge. Not sure if you ordered one? Check the list on the Grad Google Classroom. Extras may be for sale, stay tuned.
Grad Outdoor Movie – May 12
Grads: we are having an outdoor movie for you THIS THURSDAY May 12 from 8-10:30pm. This will be outside the lounge in the courtyard. We are showing the OG Jurassic Park, popcorn, drinks, bonfire pits and more! Tickets are $5 - on sale at lunch in the lounge. This is your last Grad event before the end of school.
UVic: Registration 101 - May 13
Registration 101 presentations are for new undergraduate students coming to UVic in September. Join us to learn everything you need to know about becoming a UVic student, including: meeting the academic requirements stated in your offer of admission, planning which courses you'll take in your first year, and seeing how course registration works at UVic.
Presentation is THIS FRIDAY, May 13 at lunch time (11:45-12:30) in room 215. If students are not able to attend the in-person session on May 13, they can register for one of the virtual options. There may be a few students who are still awaiting a decision. They are welcome to attend as well. See Mrs Watson in room 222 with any questions.
Extra Grad Ceremony Tickets
We have been receiving questions about how grads can receive extra tickets for the graduation ceremony. We understand that many grads hope to include other family members in the audience for this special event. This is the current status of tickets:
Once we know for certain how many students are attending the grad ceremony and they have all had a chance to receive their first two tickets, we will know how many tickets are still available. Once we know the available number, we will put together a plan to make them available in the fairest way for families. We anticipate that we will announce this information and the process to get more tickets through the Grad Page and the Daily Chronicle around the end of May; please note that this information will come from Claremont staff, not from UVic. Extra tickets will be at a cost of $10 per ticket. A wait list will not be taken.
Also good to know is that the ceremony will be live-streamed for relatives far and wide to view; as well, there will be tv monitors in the UVic Centre foyer if people wish to be close by the activities.
Grad Parent Planning Committee
For all parents/guardians of the Grads of 2022: to stay in the loop with the Claremont Grad Parent Planning Committee 2022 and the plans for graduation, please join our Parent Facebook Group: Claremont Dry Grad 2022.
CAREER CENTRE
For LOTS of information about Post-Secondary and other Career Education links, check out our District site: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ Info is updated regularly.
Babysitter Needed
A family in the neighborhood is looking for a babysitter for their 17-month-old daughter, 2-3 days a week, June-August, from about noon until 6pm. (Hours and days of the week may vary and can be flexible, and the wage will be discussed). You would be giving the baby lunch, playing in the yard or at a park, and then the baby naps from about 3-5pm! It would be great if you had your babysitting course and first aid, but these courses aren't required in order to apply. Please email Mrs. Watson or see her in room 222 for more information.
cwatson@saanichschools.ca
Camp Ignite: August 4-7
Camp Ignite is taking place this year on August 4-7 in Vancouver, BC. This camp educates and inspires young women (Grade 11 or 12) to learn more about the many aspects and specialties that in firefighting, such as auto extrication, hazmat operations, technical rope rescue operations and the various tools and skills needed to be successful in the fire service. Each young woman also learns about fitness, nutrition, health and teamwork. More information about the camp can be found online at www.campignite.com.
If you are interested in this amazing opportunity, email Mrs. Watson, or see her in room 222. The deadline for applications is May 24.
Canadian Coast Guard Days - June 10
Are you curious about jobs with the Canadian Coast Guard? There will be an exciting event at the Canadian Coast Guard Victoria Base on FRIDAY, June 10. Two hours of info and demonstrations include: helicopter operations, vessel tours, search and rescue, aids to navigation, as well as learning about the various job opportunities within the organization. If you are interested in attending, contact Mrs. Watson: cwatson@saanichschools.ca or in room 222.
NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC
Mental Health & Anxiety Workshop – May 17
CPAC is hosting a mental health & anxiety virtual workshop with Dr. Lydia Vallieres, which is based on the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The workshop will explain the 6 domains which contribute to the development and maintenance of anxiety. Date is TUESDAY May 17, 7-8pm for parents and students. Link to sign-up is HERE.
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
2SLGBTQ2IA+ Drop-in Social Group
There is a new 2SLGBTQ2IA+ drop-in social group at The Upside Youth Centre. MONDAYS from 3:30 – 5:30pm. This is a safe space to be yourself and connect with a youth leader and peers. Play games, make crafts, spend time outside and connect with our staff. Youth in Grade 6 - 12 are welcome! Sign up HERE.
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.