Daily News - Monday March 11, 2024
THE CHRONICLE
Monday, March 11, 2024
¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEW - Skilled Trades BC Regionals
Congratulations to all of our Skilled Trades BC Regional competitors that performed in the past couple weeks. A special congratulations goes to the following winners in their respective competitions:
Aaron SPALTEHOLZ - Electronics - Silver
Ethan JURGENEIT - Cabinet Making - Silver
Sydney NOBLE - Baking - Bronze
Gabriela TSUI - Hairstyling - Silver
Kobe SUZUKI. - Piping - Gold
Mika HOLMES - Piping - Silver
Tianna TONG - Piping -Bronze
Well done, in continuing that Spartan winning spirit
NEW – Seniors Trip to Seattle
All Wolf Pack (Seattle trip) applicants and interested senior students: please attend a meeting TOMORROW (TUESDAY) at lunch in room 327.
Lost & Found Table
Lost & found items are set up on tables in the horseshoe hallway near the front office. Please check to see if something is yours! There are also some winter jackets in the office, hoping to find their owners. Any unclaimed items will be removed THIS FRIDAY morning, March 15 and donated to charity.
Lost & Found
A make-up bag was found last Friday. Please come to the office to claim it.
Spartan Wear – Orders Due March 12
There are only two days left to buy Spartan Wear!! If you would like to buy a Claremont Spartan hoodie, t-shirt, long-sleeved shirt, sweat pants, or lanyard, please pick up an order form at the Accounting office. Orders and payments are due to Ms. Waller in the Accounting office TOMORROW (TUESDAY). All sales are pre-order only, and clothing will arrive at school after Spring Break.
After School Homework Club
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
No news today.
¬ ATHLETICS
NEW - Badminton
Badminton practices are on TUESDAY and THURSDAY this week, 3:15-5pm in the big gym. If you are on the badminton team, these practices are mandatory!
Girls Rugby
Attention all Girls Rugby players: please return your player package to Mr. Belvedere by TODAY at lunch in room 134, at which point you will receive your jersey.
¬ CLUBS
NEW - MATH CLUB
All students who signed up for TODAY’s University of Waterloo Problem-solving workshop, please come to room 133 at the beginning of Block 3, and please bring pencils, paper, and a calculator.
NEW - Model United Nations Club – Bake Sale March 12
The Model United Nations Club is hosting a bake sale fundraiser TOMORROW (TUESDAY) at lunch in the student lounge. There will be cookies, brownies, rice crispie squares, etc. Money raised will support the MUN Club's attendance at Vancouver conferences next year. Please bring your sweet tooth and a bit of change. Thank you for your support.
¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
No news today.
¬ GRAD 2024
Magic Wand
Hey Grads! The Magic Wand is a non-profit organization that offers an inexpensive and eco-friendly alternative to grad outfits for any students. This is a great opportunity to borrow, rather than buy, a complete special outfit for graduation. The only cost to the student is a small fee which covers the cost of cleaning. Please contact Elizabeth Suresus to view her selection of grad dresses, suits, tuxedos, shoes, and accessories.
Website: www.themagicwandproject.ca
esurerus@telus.net
250-658-0246
Grad 2024 Fundraiser – Call for Online Auction Items
From April 11-26, the grads of 2024 are holding an online silent auction to support the Class of 2024's dinner & dance at the end of June. All proceeds from this auction will go to supporting the costs of this celebration. We appreciate any donation: gift card, product/service, or a financial donation. To make a donation or receive a donation letter, please email: claremontsecondarygrad@gmail.com
Grad 2024 Fundraiser – 50/50 Draw March 7-15
Help support the Class of 2024 by buying tickets to the online 50/50 fundraiser. Tickets are for sale March 7-15. The LINK to purchase tickets is: HTTPS://CLAREMONTGRADS2024.RAFFLENEXUS.COM Poster. The draw is March 15 at 2:30pm.
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
¬ CAREER CENTRE
Job Opportunity
Work during Spring Break at The Gardens at HCP (Horticulture Centre of the Pacific)! If you're interested in working outdoors in a camp setting with children and youth during Spring Break, then apply now! See Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre (Room 217), or email her for more info: cwatson@saanichschools.ca
Job Opportunity
Portofino Bakery is offering both full-time and summer positions, with all roles starting at a minimum of $20 per hour. See Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre (Room 217) or email her for more info: cwatson@saanichschools.ca
Volunteer Opportunity
Remax is holding their 25th annual Easter Egg Hunt supporting BC Children's Hospital! Volunteers are needed for hiding the eggs, helping the kids find them, crafts, face painting, cupcake decorating, and set-up/take-down.
Location: Elk/Beaver Lake Park (South Shelter, Filter bed location)
Saturday, March 30th - Volunteers are to be at the park at 8:30am - runs until the early afternoon... rain or shine! See Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre (Room 217) or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more info and to sign up.
Work experience Hours
Important message for Work Experience students: if you want to log work hours over Spring Break, make sure you have met with Mr. Bussoli, and have the required paperwork! Come to the Career Centre (Room 217) for more info.
¬ NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC
CPAC Elections – May 21
The AGM to vote for the new CPAC Exec for the 2024/25 school year will take place on May 21st. This year we have 3 Exec members leaving with students graduating. If you are interested, please contact: claremontpacsd63@gmail.com
Nominees needed:
President/Co-Presidents
Vice-President
Treasurer
Secretary
COPACS Rep
CPAC Lead Event Planner (Winter Holidays Staff Event & Year-End Staff Appreciation)
Members at Large
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
Support & Education for Families with Gender Diverse Children.
FamilySmart has a very informative video giving the perspective of a youth, clinicians and parents, called Supporting the Mental Health of Our Trans and Gender Diverse Children and Youth. (47 minutes long)
Speakers:
Tor Broughton - Transgender Youth
Constance Carrière-Prill - Parent of gender diverse children and Gender Diversity advocate.
Dr. Daniel Metzger - Clinical Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Endocrinologist at BC Children's Hospital.
Melanie Oliveira - Registered Psychologist and Co-founder of Chilliwack Trans Care Committee
Victoria Keddis - Parent of transgender youth and Manager, Facilitator with FamilySmart
YouTube video HERE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ozinM5Ixf4
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.