Claremont Secondary School

THE CHRONICLE
Tuesday November 4 , 2014

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Remembrance Day
During World War 1, Flanders (a part of Belgium) became known as the most devastated battlefield. Homes. Gone. Farms. Gone. Buildings, roads, natural life – all disappeared. It became a graveyard for the dead even though men still lived and fought there. Within the muddy sea, one thing survived...the poppy. Each year, the poppy flowered, which gave hope, reassurance and colour to those who were still fighting.  'Til this day, we remember those who lie beneath the Flanders fields and honour them by wearing a red poppy.  

This THURSDAY, we will honour Remembrance Day at our school.  Please bring a twoonie for a poppy on that day in support of the Royal Canadian Legion.

Math Club
There is a Math Club meeting TODAY at lunch in room 133.  Please attend today's meeting if you are planning on writing the COMC contest this Thursday.

Peer Tutoring
Reminder that if you need help with math and science courses, please go to room 134 at the start of lunch on TUESDAYS and WEDNESDAYS for Peer Tutoring. Tutors are happy to help. There will be a brief Peer Tutor on WEDNESDAY at the start of lunch in computer lab 225.

SPC Cards
Save money when you shop at stores like American Eagle, Forever 21, GAP and so much more! The Key Club will be selling SPC cards for $10 outside the lounge at lunch every day this week.

Blood Donors
For all students who are signed up for the upcoming Blood Donor Clinic:  please get your permission forms into Ms Chapman in room 136 right away.  Donation days start TODAY.  

Photo Retake Day
If you did not pick up your school photos and student ID cards last week, they are available in the office for pickup.  Photo Retake Day is on WEDNESDAY November 12th  and order forms are available in the office.  If you are ordering retakes, you must bring your whole photo package back and give it to the photographer.  If you did not get photos on the original photo day, this will be your last opportunity to get your photos done to get your student ID and a photo for the yearbook.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT
No news today.

ATHLETICS
Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to the following Spartan athletes on being named "October's Athletes of the Month"...
Junior Male - Lorenz Vogel (volleyball)
Junior Female -  Ashley Cathro (cross country and volleyball)
Senior Male - Connor Phillips (soccer)
Senior Female - Sarah Hall (cross country & swimming)
Read more about their accomplishments in the display cases outside the gyms

Boys Cross Country Team Capture Silver Medal!
A huge congratulations to the Boys Cross Country team for finishing 2nd in the province at the Provincial Championships on the weekend! Representing Claremont were Hamish Babin (24th overall), Roberto Fedrigo, Phil Vellacott, Brennen Smith, Angus Brown, Jordan Hopkins, and Sam Ogden. Great job boys!!!

Volleyball Tournament results
The Senior Girls volleyball team finished in second place at the Lower Islands this past weekend. They have qualified for the Island Championships which will take place in two weeks at Oak Bay.

Swim Team results
Congratulations to the Swim Team for qualifying all team members for the Provincial Championships. There were outstanding performances by individuals and relay teams to get everyone through. Claremont was the overall winner in the OPEN category at the Islands....meaning we have the fastest school team on the island!

CAREER CENTRE
No news today.

GRADUATION 2015
All Night Dry Grad Meeting
All parents are invited to attend the next All Night Dry Grad meeting TONIGHT at 7:00 pm in the Learning Commons.  To make the Dry Grad a success, the committee is looking for all kinds of volunteers: those who want to be a Task Leader or those who just want to volunteer in a small way.  Parents of all grades are welcome.

Thrifty Smile Cards
You can help support the All Night Dry Grad by loading up on groceries at Thrifty Foods.  Cards can be picked up in the office.  Parents from all grades or family and friends can use these.

INTERNATIONAL
Vancouver Trip
For all International students who are going on the Vancouver trip:  completed forms and payment MUST be handed in by THURSDAY November 6th to Brenda.