Daily News - May 23, 2024
THE CHRONICLE
Thursday May 23, 2024
¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Drop Date Deadline For Courses – May 31
Important Notice for all students (especially grade 11 and 12 students): the last official day to drop a course from your timetable, so it doesn’t show up on your transcript, will be NEXT FRIDAY, May 31st. Please ensure that if you still need to drop a course, you do so as soon as possible by checking in with one of our school counsellors.
NEW - cc350 - May 24 – Altered Bell Schedule
The Claremont cc350 is TOMORROW (FRIDAY): a full day of fun & cycling for change!! This year the CC350 will raise funds for the BC Sierra Club and their incredible work with eco conservation.
There will be four food trucks stationed at the back of the school (Mama Rosie's, Greek on the Street, Katia's Kitchen, and Frozen Treats Ice Cream ... a portion of the proceeds will be going to the Sierra Club.
Claremont will have an altered class schedule to allow for a longer lunch break:
Block 1: 9:00 - 10:15am
Block 2: 10:20 - 11:35am
Lunch: 11:35 - 12:35pm
Block 3: 12:35 - 1:50pm
Block 4: 1:55 - 3:12pm
NEW - After School Homework Club
Students who attend Homework Club: please note that Homework Club is CANCELLED TODAY.
New School Bus Registration Information
If you plan to ride the school bus next year, there is new information about FEES and registration. Please see all information on the SD63 website Transportation page: saanichschools.ca/resources/studentsfamilies/transportation.
Lost & Found
A light blue denim pencil case was left next door on the Cordova Bay Church steps last week, presumably by one of our students. It can be claimed at the church office. Hours are Mondays/Wednesdays: 9am – 11:30am. Tuesdays/Thursdays: 9am – 2pm
¬ FINE ARTS
Claremont Musical Theatre Presents: “Anything Goes”… May 23 - June 1
TONIGHT is opening night for “Anything Goes”. This is a classic Broadway musical set in the 1930s on a ship headed from New York to England, with music by Cole Porter and lots of laughs! We have about 75 students involved in the production in our cast, crew and orchestra. It's a fun night out!
Performance dates are May 23-25 and May 29 – June 1 at 7 pm. Additional matinees May 25th and June 1st at 1 pm. All tickets are $17.50 in advance or $20 at the door. Purchase tickets through your SD63 online account LINK or in person at the accounting office. For questions, please call Mrs. Waller at 250-658-5221 ext. 81572.
¬ ATHLETICS
NEW - Track & Field
The Track & Field team had excellent performances at the Vancouver Island Championships this week. Podium highlights include:
Massimo MUNRO - 3rd in the 400m.
Brooklyn SPRYSZAK - 3rd in triple jump.
Ethan NOZICK - 3rd in the 3000m.
Sebastien DAMIEN - 2nd in the 3000m.
Lucas PEARSON - 4th in the 3000m.
George DERVISHI won GOLD in the 1500m race walk.
These students will all move on to the BC Championships. Go Spartans!
NEW – Golf
Congratulations to the Claremont golf team (Matt, Anson, Eli, Caleb, and Milan) who earned a SILVER medal at the AAA Island Championships at the Gorge Golf Course last week. The Spartans were edged out by four strokes by a very strong team, Wellington Secondary School, from Nanaimo. Also, an additional congratulations to Anson ZHAO, who shot the lowest score in the tournament of 71! Go Spartans!
Boys & Girls Lacrosse – Bottle Drive May 25
Claremont’s lacrosse programs are having a bottle drive THIS SATURDAY May 25, 9:00-1:00 in front of the school. This is a great chance to get rid of your empties, while supporting our lacrosse athletes.
¬ CLUBS
Key Club
We would love to see ALL Key Club members for our meeting TODAY in room 135 during lunch.
¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
No news today.
¬ GRAD
Message From Grad Parent Committee – Stay Informed
Grad families of 2024: if you wish to be informed of ongoing grad meetings, grad events, and grad fundraisers, please email the parent grad committee at this email to be added to the communication list: claremontsecondarygrad@gmail.com
INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
No news today.
¬ CAREER CENTRE
FoodSafe Training – June 8
YEP (Youth Engagement Program) is hosting a Level 1 FoodSafe Training. SATURDAY, June 8, 9am-4:30pm at Shoal Centre - 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney.
Cost: $60 (Ask for YEP Student price). Call asap to register: 250-656-5537
Volunteer Opportunity
Volunteers are needed at Kids Art in the Park at the Brentwood Bay Festival! This is a fun community event, where there will be a parade, and variety of vendors and entertainers. Volunteers are needed to help lead kids through art activities and crafts.
Hosted by Beacon Community Services. SATURDAY, June 1, 9am-2pm. For exact location and to apply, email: yep@beaconcs.ca
Volunteer Opportunity
Northridge Elementary School (on Carey Rd.) is planning a Fun Fair at their school, and they need volunteers to help with face painting, and assisting with games and activities. Event is FRIDAY May 31, 4-9pm. Shifts are 2-3 hours. See Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre for more info, or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca
Student Lifeguards Needed
Cordova Bay Elementary School is looking for student lifeguards for June field trips at Cordova Bay beaches. Lifeguards will be paid an honorarium. Please contact Lisa Wergeland at Cordova Bay Elementary if you think you can help! lwergeland@saanichschools.ca
Health X-Ploration Day – May 28
If you are considering a career in the Health Care Industry, sign up for a field trip to Camosun College, for a Health 'X-ploration' Day! Students will explore dual credit pathways in various health programs including practical nursing, health care assistant, medical radiography, and certified medical lab assistant. THIS TUESDAY May 28, 9:15-12:30. See Mr. Bussoli in the Career Centre to sign up!
Island Ignite Summer Event: July 12-14
Are you interested in being a Firefighter and want to test it out? Female students going into Grades 11 and 12 are invited to join a two-day, hands-on event in Victoria, July 12-14. Applications are being accepted now! Visit the Career Centre for more information and to apply.
¬ NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC
CPAC Staff Appreciation Lunch May 29
CPAC is planning a Charcuterie Staff Appreciation Luncheon on WEDNESDAY May 29th, to recognize the hard work of teachers, support staff and admin at our awesome school. Please help us celebrate our amazing Claremont Staff and say, “Thank you for a great year!” by contributing some items for the charcuterie table or a dessert. For more information and to sign up please visit: PERFECT CLAREMONT POTLUCK.
CPAC AGM Elections
Congratulations to the new CPAC Exec team for the 2024/25 school year voted in last night.
President - Richard Anthony
Vice-President - Kirsty Hooker
Treasurer - Tynke Landsmeer
Secretary - Jennifer Magnusson
COPACS Rep - Bernard Tonks
Members at large - Kelly Perry, Jenny Eastman, Eagle Su and Reet Dangerfield
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
Learning Through Loss – Youth Event May 26
Learning Through Loss is hosting a free community event for students, Eat Play Influence, on Sunday May 26th - 12:00-3:30.
Location: Fort Tectoria - 777 Fort St.
This event is for students interested in learning more about how their positive influence can help youth in the Grief and Loss community and discover the healing powers of youth advocacy. Students who participate will receive a certificate of volunteer hours. For more information and to sign up, see Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca
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.