Daily News - October 28, 2024
THE CHRONICLE
Monday October 28, 2024
¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
SCREAMFEST - The Biggest Halloween Party in Town – Oct. 28, 29 & 30
Claremont is hosting the 15th Annual "SCREAMFEST" Halloween event STARTING TONIGHT, Oct. 28, 29 & 30 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm each night. Tickets are on sale now at the accounting office (cash or debit only for pre-event tickets). Tickets are $10 per person. Each ticket includes event entry, a chance to win contests, great prizes, plus 5 coupons for access to the famous Haunted Walk, for use at the midway games, or for food at the BBQ/concession. Extra coupons will be available for purchase at the event.
For planning your visit to the Haunted Walk:
6:00-7:00 is ‘SPOOKY’ for the younger visitors
7:30-9:00 is ‘SCARY’ for the braver visitors
NEW – Cafeteria Sales
HEADS UP: Due to the Copernican schedule, there will be pizza sales ONLY at the Cafeteria on TUESDAY, October 29. Regular Cafeteria and Spartan Store service will resume on WEDNESDAY, October 30.
NEW – Costume Contest
There will be a costume contest on THURSDAY October 31 at LUNCH in the BIG GYM. If you want to enter the contest, just show up, and if not, come and check it out & cheer everyone them on!!
Jr. Boys’ Volleyball Team Fundraiser
There will be a bake sale on TUESDAY October 29 at LUNCHTIME in the student lounge to support the Jr. Boys Volleyball team. Bring your cash to buy honey buns, pizza pretzels and gummy cups!!
Purdy’s Fundraiser for the CSI Rowing Program
The CSI Rowing Program invites you to participate in our Purdy’s Chocolate fundraiser this holiday season! By ordering your holiday chocolates through us, you’ll be helping to raise funds for our amazing rowing team.
Important Details:
- Order Deadline: SUNDAY November 17th
- Order Link: Purdy’s Fundraiser
- Use Campaign Number: 78262
- Catalogue: Browse the Purdy’s catalogue here to see the delicious options available.
- Pick-up Date: Orders will be ready for pick-up on FRIDAY November 29th between 3.30 and 4.30 pm at the Elk Lake boat house.
Or: WEDNESDAY December 4th, at Claremont school. (please arrange a pick-up time ahead of time)
Feel free to share this link with your friends and family! If you have any questions or need to arrange an alternative pick-up time, please contact Tynke Landsmeer at 250-580-2054 or via Slack. The CSI Rowing Crew thanks you for your support!
Spartan Wear
SPARTAN WEAR is on sale now. You can get your order form from Mrs. Waller in the Accounting office. Orders and payments are due at the accounting office by FRIDAY, November 1st. Products will be at school by the end of November.
Girls Lacrosse Fundraiser
Join us for Burger and Beverage Music Bingo Night at The Rack in Saanich on SUNDAY November 17 at 6pm. $35 gets you a burger, a beverage and one round of music bingo! Six great prizes to be won!! For tickets email: aspencelayh@gmail.com with your name and the number of tickets you would like. We are limited to 65 tickets so purchase early! (No students permitted).
School Photos
If you have not yet picked up your photos, please come to the office. You must pick up your Student ID card which is with your photo package.
Literacy & Numeracy Assessments
Our first provincial assessment sessions will be occurring on TUESDAY October 29 and WEDNESDAY October 30 as per the copernican style (long block) schedule shown below, which will be two blocks per day:
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TUES OCT 29TH |
WED OCT 30TH |
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9:00am - 11:48am |
BLOCK 1 |
BLOCK 2 |
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12:28pm - 3:12pm |
BLOCK 3 |
BLOCK 4 |
These assessments will include Math 10 classes (with the exception of Workplace 10) writing Numeracy 10, all English 12 classes writing Literacy 12, and any senior students who may have missed writing either Literacy 10 or Numeracy 10 last year. More info on these assessments can be found using the following links: Literacy 10, Numeracy 10, and Literacy 12, and any senior students who need to sign-up for an assessment they have previously missed (see the sign board in the school foyer) need to do so through Mrs. Watson in our Career Centre Rm. 217.
IBPOC
The next IBPOC meeting will be TOMORROW, October 29 at lunch in Rm. 201. This group is a space for students who identify as indigenous, black, and people of colour, as well as active allies, to connect and build community. IBPOC is used (rather than BIPOC, an acronym originating in the USA around 2010) in efforts to recognize ‘First Peoples first’ because of the unique history and context of colonization, displacement, and cultural genocide enacted upon Indigenous peoples in Canada and the ongoing national conversation about reconciliation.
Europe Trip
Do you want to go to Europe in July 2025? Stop by and see Ms. Wells in Rm. 312 for more information!
Wolf Pack Trip 2026!!!! Save the Date: Spring Break 2026 in Costa Rica!
Pack your sense of adventure because Spring Break 2026 is going to be epic! 🌴 The Wolf Pack is planning to head to Costa Rica with Gardner and Turnbull for a thrill-packed journey you won’t want to miss.
Picture this:
- White water rafting through Costa Rica’s breathtaking rivers.
- Ziplining through the lush jungle canopy for the ultimate adrenaline rush.
- Snorkelling the beautiful beaches and catching some epic waves.
We’re teaming up with EF Tours to make this an unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars, start dreaming of the tropics, and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! 🌊 🌞
Exciting News! Wolf Pack’s Second Seattle Adventure is Coming!
Get ready for an epic journey! This May or June, the Wolf Pack is heading back to Seattle for an unforgettable adventure. We’ll be staying at the awesome Great Wolf Lodge again, but this year’s trip is packed with new and thrilling experiences! Here’s our tentative plan:
- A fresh exploration of the lava tubes at Mt. Saint Helens.
- An underground Seattle tour that’ll take you beneath the streets of this fascinating city.
- A day at a baseball game, cheering loud and proud!
- Immersing ourselves in the world of pop culture at the museum.
- Soaring to the top of the Space Needle for breathtaking views.
- Wandering through the vibrant Pike Place Market.
Mark your calendars and get ready to dive into a whole new side of Seattle. Let’s make this trip even more amazing than last year!
Parent Volunteers/Drivers
Reminder that all volunteers for School District 63 are required to complete a Criminal Record Check every three years. Sports and trips will start up quickly, so we encourage parents to be proactive and do this NOW, if you might be interested in driving; the process can take a few weeks at rush time. The LINK to information can be found on the Claremont Secondary home page, under the Parents tab, Volunteer Information.
If a Student is Absent or Late
Parents are asked to please email your student’s teacher AND the Attendance Line if your student will be absent or late for class. The Link for the Claremont Attendance Line is always quick to find on the Quick Links on the Claremont website’s home page: claremont_attendance@saanichschools.ca or by phone by calling our main phone line at 250-658-5221 and selecting Option 1 for Attendance.
¬ FINE ARTS
No news today.
¬ ATHLETICS
NEW – Boy’s Lacrosse
The lacrosse team(s) had great success this weekend in Chambers Bay at the Battle of the Border with the Sr. Varsity guys winning the tourney going 6-0 and our Jr. Varsity guys placing 2nd. Boys were awesome on and off the field!!
NEW – Jr. Girls RED Team
Congratulations to the Jr. Girls RED (10) Volleyball team who finished 5th in league play!
NEW – Jr. Boys Volleyball Teams
Congratulations to both Claremont Jr. Boys Volleyball Teams. The "A(1)" Team went undefeated in league play with a record of 30 set wins and 0 losses. The "B(2)" Team, with only one grade 10, finished the league with 15 wins and 15 losses which earned them 7th out of 16 teams. The "B" team qualified for playoffs, but unfortunately, each school is only allowed one team in the post season. Well done, fellas!!! The Lower Island Championships are this Thursday and Friday at PCS. Come out and support your Spartans!!
NEW - Girls Basketball Tryouts
A reminder for all grade 9 and 10 girls who are interested in playing basketball this year. The first tryout for the junior girls' basketball team will be FRIDAY, November 1st, in the big gym from 3:30-5:00 pm. Please see Ms. Robertson if you have any questions.
¬ CLUBS
¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
¬ GRAD 2025
Claremont Grad Wear
Claremont GRAD WEAR is on sale now for 2 weeks. You can get your order form from Mrs. Waller in the Accounting office.
¬ INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
No news today.
¬ FUNDRAISING
The next bottle drive will be on SATURDAY November 16, run by the Robotics Club!
¬ CAREER CENTRE
Country Grocer at Royal Oak - Job Opportunity
A part-time position is available for a Meat Clerk! Wages start at $17.50/hr. No experience required, but this position requires physical demand - you can lift up to 50lbs, and no problem handling fresh meats. Come to the Career Centre (Rm. 217), for more info from Mr. Bussoli, or email Mrs. Watson: cwatson@saanichschools.ca.
Country Grocer Deli is Hiring!
12 hrs/week, mostly nights - 4:30 -8:30pm. Preference given if you have previous experience, but not necessary. Minimum wage to start (dependent on experience). One weekend night, and one to two during the week. Duties include: customer service, cleaning, dishes, light food prep. The deli is fast paced! The ability to multi-task is a bonus. Fun/dynamic team! Students, if you're interested in this position, go to the customer service desk at Royal Oak Country Grocer to inquire and apply.
Camosun Interurban Campus, is hosting an Open House!
SATURDAY November 2 - 11:00am-3:00pm at 4461 Interurban Rd. Connect with faculty and students and engage in hands-on activities and campus tours. Students, staff and instructors from across the college will be on hand to answer questions. Visit the Camosun website for more info, or see Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre (Room 217) or email her: cwatson@saanichschools.ca.
Police Camp
Are you interested in Police Camp this year? Application forms are due FRIDAY November 15, 2024. See Mr. Bussoli in the career centre if you have any questions.
UVic Gustavson School of Business - Info Session!
THURSDAY, October 31 (Halloween!) @ LUNCH in the Career Centre. Paige will be presenting info about admissions, programs, and student life... Be ready with your questions!
University of Alberta
If you're interested in attending the University of Alberta, come meet Tessa! She will be visiting Claremont TODAY, October 28 from 2:30-3:15pm (or later) - in the foyer near the front office. With teacher permission, take 15 minutes during Block 4 to find out about UAlberta programs, campus life, and admission requirements.
Outreach Mentorship Program – UBC
The UBC MD Admissions Office recently launched the MD Outreach Youth Mentorship Program. This program connects high school students with UBC Medical Students to learn more about being a university student, learning about self-care, and applying to UBC medical school. If you are interested in this program, see Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre, or email her for the link to apply: cwatson@saanichschools.ca
EducationPlannerBC
EducationPlannerBC is hosting a Virtual Live Learning Session! Join in on TUESDAY, October 29, 2024, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Explore their website, search thousands of programs, get to know trades, and discover career paths. Find helpful resources, including financial aid options, admission requirements, FAQs, and the Glossary. Learn how to create an account, save programs, paths, and careers to My List, and apply to post-secondary in B.C. This free session is open to anyone interested in learning about post-secondary education and career planning. It is especially helpful for high school students in grades 10-12, parents and student supporters, adult learners, high school counsellors, teachers, and career advisors. Register here! Or email Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre, for more info: cwatson@saanichschools.ca. For more information from EdPlanner Support, please email support@educationplannerbc.ca.
¬ 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.