THE CHRONICLE

Wednesday June 14, 2023

 

¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dr. Gunderson: June 16

For all Grade 11 and 12 students:  Dr. Lisa Gunderson will be back in our Claremont Theatre THIS FRIDAY June 16th at lunch to be able to answer any further questions you might have based on her presentations on May 17th!  Feel free to drop in to ask anything you might still be curious about.  Hope to see you there!

 

Spring Break 2024 – Trip to France & Italy

Are you interested on going to Europe next Spring Break?  Groups from Claremont and Stelly's will be going to France and Italy for 11 days and there is still time to join. We will be visiting Paris, Nice, Florence and Rome. If you are interested, please come to a meeting TODAY at lunch in the Learning Commons. See Mrs. Laws for more information.

 

Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam Trip – Winter 2024

For anyone curious about the trip being planned to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam in Winter 2024, a link to trip information can be found HERE. 

See Mr. Gardner if you have questions or email dgardner@saanichschools.ca

 

Dual Credit Business Courses (Accounting 110, Business 140, Economics 103 and Marketing 110)   

Did you sign up for these Business Dual Credit Courses for next school year?  There is a mandatory Dual Credit meeting for ALL Accounting 110, Business 140, Economics 103 and Marketing 110) students TODAY at lunch in room 217.  Attendance will be taken and the next step of the registration process will be discussed.  YOU, yes YOU, need to be there.  Please see Mr. Bussoli for any help. 

 

School Bus Registration For 2023-2024

Online school bus registration for next school year is open.  To register, you will need your Student #.  Registration link is on the Saanich School District website or HERE.

 

After School Homework Club

Reminder: for all students who would like extra help in academic classes, help from Education Assistants is available four days a week (MONDAY-THURSDAY) for one hour after school in room 235. All academic subjects are welcome, but especially if you are struggling in Math & Science. This is open to all students in all grades.

 

¬ FINE ARTS

NEW – Night of Dance: June 14 & 15

Night of dance is TONIGHT & THURSDAY NIGHT at 7pm. Tickets are on sale at lunch outside the theatre.  $10 each (or only $7 for Spartan students).

 

¬ ATHLETICS

No news today.

 

¬ CLUBS

No news today.

 

¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

No news today.

 

¬ GRAD 2023

Volunteers Needed for Grad Events

We are needing volunteers for the following 3 Grad 2023 Events:

1. Grad BBQ:  MONDAY, June 19th @ Claremont.

2. Grad Decorations and set up TUESDAY, June 27  @ Crystal Gardens.

3. Grad Take Down...everyone's favorite--WEDNESDAY, June 28th @ Crystal Gardens.

Here are the sign-up links:

BBQ - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a4ba9a72cab9-claremont#/

Dinner/Dance - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a4ba9a72cab9-claremont1#/

 

Grad Fundraiser:  Ongoing Bottle Drive

An easy way to support the 2023 Grad Class is by donating empty bottles and beverage containers throughout the school year until June at the Bottle Depot location at Glanford/Quadra.  Account name is “Claremont Grad 2023.” Thank you for supporting the grad class of 2023.

 

¬ CAREER CENTRE

Outward Bound Summer Expedition

Outward Bound is providing an exciting opportunity for Victoria-based youth to be part of a fully funded summer expedition!  Students gain valuable social-emotional skills through challenging and experiential outdoor adventures that build self-esteem, social-emotional skills, an understanding of their resilience, and a deep connection to nature.  See Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more info.

 

The Claremont Career Centre is an excellent place to find out about available jobs and volunteer positions.  Drop by to see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more information.  She has information about many jobs and volunteer positions, such as these:

NEW – Lawn mowing.  A resident in the neighborhood is looking for a student for mow his lawn about once a week, or as needed. He will provide the mower and any equipment.

A senior in our neighbourhood is looking for help with light yard work, 3 hours per week for $20/hour.

The Crystal Pool is hiring for their Youth Leaders in Training program!

PISE is hiring students, for part-time summer Birthday Party Leaders!

B& C Foods is hiring warehouse workers.

Engineering for Kids Vancouver Island is hiring Lead & Assistant Camp Instructors.

KidsKlub Summer Camp is hiring camp leaders.

Saanich School District is hiring summer custodial staff.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

See Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more info about volunteer opportunities.

iCan Bike is looking for volunteers for their summer camps July 10-14 (morning or afternoon shifts are available).  Gain valuable experience working alongside youth with special needs in a fun, active environment. Camps are at Panorama Recreation Centre.

Cordova Bay Elementary PAC is looking for volunteers for a year-end bbq and fun fair on FRIDAY June 23, 4:00-7:00. Information & sign-up HERE. 

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is looking for volunteers for its 15th Annual Kidney Walk BC & Yukon, downtown at Clover Point, on June 4. Volunteers are needed from 9am-2pm for many positions, including: cheerleading, attending the snack/beverage table, setting-up/taking-down the event, working the sign-in table, and others...  Here is a LINK to more info: 2023 Kidney Walk BC & Yukon

Science Venture is looking for volunteer Jr Camp Counsellors (STEM camps).

 

30 Hours of Work Experience/Volunteering

30 Hours of Work Experience OR Volunteering are required for Graduation. Hours can be counted from any grade. See Mrs. Watson in room 222 to find out how to confirm your 30 hours. 

 

¬ NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC

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.