Claremont Secondary School

THE CHRONICLE
Tuesday January 19, 2016

LUNCH MEETING TODAY
International Peer Advisors
There is a meeting for International Peer Advisors TODAY at lunch in the Learning Commons.

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Sweets and Treats
On WEDNESDAY January 20th at lunch near the ticket booth, Sweets and Treats will be offering one-of-a-kind cinnamon buns and butter tarts.  100% of the proceeds are going to the SPCA.  One purchase could brighten an animal's day.

Arizona Iced Chari-TEA
Hey, are you thirsty for a change?  Come down to the big gym entrance, WEDNESDAY at lunch and get some Arizona Iced Tea for $1.00 a cup.  All proceeds are going to the Mustard Seed.

Europe Spring 2017 – Beaches and Battlefields Trip
There will be a parent information night for the 'Beaches and Battlefields' trip on THURSDAY, Jan 21st at 6pm.  Amsterdam, and France for the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge.  $100 discount for early bird sign up.  Contact Mr Gardner for more info: dgardner@sd63.bc.ca

Music Program Bake Sale
$1 will pay for a delectable treat at the Music Program bake sale on FRIDAY, Jan 22 at lunch. Come find our table at the entrance to the lounge and pick up a few goodies!

Peer Tutoring
There are Peer Tutors available TODAY and WEDNESDAY at lunch in the Learning Commons to help you study for exams.
Can all Peer Tutors please meet Ms. Giese at the start of lunch this WEDNESDAY in the Learning Commons for an important meeting. See you there!

STUDENT GOVERNMENT
No news today.

ATHLETICS
Badminton
For all students interested in trying out for the badminton team: there will be a meeting on WEDNESDAY at lunch in room 135.

CAREER CENTRE
Free Retail Training
This certificate program prepares you for first time work experiences in retail and many other work environments. You will be treated as an employee and you will be working alongside a busy team of staff members. You will have training in: working a cash register & counting cash, customer service, creating displays, sorting inventory, pricing, opening & closing procedures.  Visit the Career Centre for contact information.

Free Resume Writing Workshop
There will be a free resume writing workshop on FRIDAY February 12 (Pro-D Day)  9:00am – 4:00 pm at SHOAL Centre – 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney.  This workshop will accommodate those who have no resume and those who need to polish up their resume.   Visit the Career Centre for contact information!

Youth Job Fair
Looking for a summer job?  Exploring a career or post secondary education? Visit the Job Fair on FRIDAY February 19 (Pro-D Day) 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the SHOAL Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive, in Sidney.  Many students were hired as a result of last year’s event, so bring your resumé.  You could be hired too!  Here is a taste of who is coming: BC Transit, Richard Mar Advanced School of Hairstyle and Esthetics, Tanner Books, Recreation Integration, Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, BC Ferries, Q College, CDI College, Camosun College, Quadrant Marine Institute, Business Works Youth, Royal BC Museum, and the list is still growing…

Island Medical Program – Info Session
There will be an information session for high school students on WEDNESDAY, February 17, 7-8:30 pm.  Learn about UBC’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) Undergraduate Program delivered in collaboration with UVic.  With a class size of 32 students, the Island Medical Program provides a truly unique environment for learning. UVic: Medical Sciences Building, Room 150.

GRAD 2016
No news today.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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