¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hallo-week: Oct.24-31

This is Hallo-week at Claremont!! We have lots of fun element challenges, prizes and theme days coming up, so please check out our instagram @claremontsd63 to sign up!

MONDAY-THURSDAY – candy grams are for sale at lunch in the Student Lounge.  Buy a sweet treat for a friend!!

TUESDAY Oct. 25 – Plaid/Flannel theme day.

THURSDAY Oct. 26 – Black & Orange theme day.

MONDAY Oct. 31 – Halloween costume at lunch time!

 

School Photos

If you missed picking up your student photo proofs and I.D cards yesterday, they are now available in the office. Online order information is inside each photo package, and orders are due on October 24 if you want to receive your photos in the first batch that arrives at the school.

 

Photo Retakes – Oct.27

If you missed getting your school photo taken at the start of September, Photo Retake Day is THIS THURSDAY morning, Oct 27 in the student lounge. Purchasing photos is optional, but all students in all grades need to have school photos taken for school identification purposes (grade 12’s too - even if you are having grad photos taken). If you want to replace your September photo, students must return their full photo package + Student ID card to the photographer on Photo Retake Day.

 

ScreamFest – Oct. 25,26,27

Claremont’s 13th Annual "SCREAMFEST” is THIS WEEK!!   Oct. 25, 26, & 27 from 5:30 to 9:00 each night.  Tickets are on sale at the Accounting office (cash or debit only for pre-event tickets). Tickets are $10 per person or $30 for families of 4+.  Ticket includes event entry, a chance to win contests, draws & door prizes, plus 5 coupons for access to the famous Haunted Walk or for use at the midway games or food at the BBQ and concession.

For planning your visit to the Haunted Walk:

6:00-7:30 is ‘SPOOKY’ for the younger visitors.

8:00-9:00 is ‘SCARY’ for the braver visitors.

 

Literacy & Numeracy

The next Literacy & Numeracy Assessments take place on November 4^th.  A list has been posted by the front entrance of the school of students who need to sign up for the Numeracy 10 Assessment.  If your name is on that list, please see Mrs. Watson to sign up.

 

Zero Café

The Zero Cafè is officially open in the IGS Room (264) before school (8:30-8:55) and at lunch every day of the week.  Your favourite drinks are here: ice coffees, Caramel Lattes, Cappuccinos, Americanos, etc, etc, etc. We now have TAP for easy payments with debit and credit cards. Please pop down and check us out!

 

Gender Generation Retreat – Oct.28-30

Gender Generations has a retreat from October 28-30^th. Their goal for this retreat is to focus on creating a mural. While the focus will be on building the skills to design and create a mural, there will also be other sessions for folks to attend that span a broader range of topics as well as provide a safe space to connect and converse with other Trans, Non-Binary, Two Spirit, and Gender Diverse folks!

If you are a Trans, Non-Binary, Two Spirit, or Gender Diverse youth (5-18 years) consider applying for this retreat by visiting gendergenerations.org and clicking the apply button at the top right of the page. For more info, come see Mr. Horncastle in Room 207

 

Students: Check your School Email

Reminder for all students to check their School District email. Information and reminders are sent to your school email on a regular basis regarding course changes, registration, events, and other topics.

 

Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club is running on TUESDAY and THURSDAY mornings (before block 1) at the Spartan Store.  All students are welcome to come by for a bagel (with choice of spreads) and a juice box. Items are $.25 each. 

 

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.

 

¬ ATHLETICS

Sr Boys Basketball

Anyone interested in playing Senior Boys Basketball this year, there is an important meeting TOMORROW (TUESDAY) at lunch in the small gym. Please see Mr. Dunlop if you cannot make it.

 

Claremont Swim Team

The Claremont Swim Team competed at the Island Championships on Saturday in Nanaimo.  14 swimmers qualified for Provincials in individual events, as did almost all of our relays.  Congratulations to all swimmers!  Go Spartans!

 

¬ CLUBS

Math Club

Math Club meets TODAY at lunch in room 130.  We will prep for this Thursday's COMC.

 

Trivia Club

Trivia Club has moved to THURSDAYS at lunch time in room 323 from now on.

 

¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

No news today.

 

¬ GRAD 2023

No news today.

 

¬ CAREER CENTRE

Dual Credit Course: Early Learning & Care Program

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of children? Perhaps considering a career as an Early Childhood Educator?  Camosun has an Early Learning and Care Program starting in February.  This is a dual-credit program, which gives you the certification to be an ELC Assistant. See Mr. Bussoli with questions or to sign up.

 

HighTechU: Careers in the Digital Era – Oct.27

HighTechU is hosting a TED-talk-style lecture to give students a broader perspective on Careers in the Digital Era. In this presentation, you'll learn about what skills are in demand (in any field); high-opportunity jobs in BC; and how to get started with free resources online.  THURSDAY, October 27 at lunch in the Learning Commons.

 

UVic Info Session – Oct.28

UVic is hosting a presentation geared towards Grade 12 students (Grade 11’s can benefit from the information as well), covering general UVic topics, including: co-op and academic opportunities, application & admission processes, awards, student services, upcoming events, etc.  FRIDAY, October 28 at lunch in the Learning Commons.

 

U of Alberta – Nov.3

An advisor from the University of Alberta will be at Claremont to share information about U of A's programs, application processes, and other topics related to going to Post Secondary school in Edmonton, Alberta!  THURSDAY, November 3 at lunch time in the Student Lounge.

 

Job Opportunities

Canadian Tire at Royal Oak is looking for energetic students who would like a part time job. We are looking for cashiers and floor staff for all departments (Automotive, Housewares, Hardware and Sports/Seasonal). Hours are flexible, but new hires are asked to work one weekend day shift and one night shift. Please bring a resume and fill out an application at the store.  See Mrs. Watson in Room 222 or email her for more info - cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

¬ NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC

CPAC News Subscription

Please register your email at this link https://claremont.sd63.bc.ca/blocks/forum_email/subscribe.php?id=98 in order to receive any news from CPAC (ie. PAC meetings, School Appreciation Events, Conferences, etc.).

 

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.