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Claremont News

Daily News - September 21, 2022

THE CHRONICLE

Wednesday September 21, 2022

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS


Found: Insulin Injector

If you have lost an insulin injector, one was found in the school and can be picked up the office.

 

Salad Bar

The salad bar is open again at lunch, MONDAYS – THURSDAYS. Come enjoy fresh greens from the garden and toppings!

 

Iceland Trip

For all students going to Iceland over Spring Break: there is a meeting TOMORROW (THURSDAY) at lunch in room 327.  There are a few spots left; if you are interested, please come to the meeting.  Group leader is Dave Gardner: dgardner@saanichschools.ca

 

cc350

Are you interested in signing up a team for the cc350?  Sign-up TODAY  at lunch in the IGS room (264). There is room for 7 more teams who are up to the challenge of cycling around the track 350 times!.  Sign-up fee is either $10 per person or $100 per team. Questions? See Mr. Neufeld, Ms Linger, or Elise Croteau.

 

STUDENT GOOGLE ACCOUNTS & EMAILS

If any students are still having trouble logging into their school email or Google account, please see Mr. Gordon in the Learning Commons for help.

 

ATHLETICS


Tennis

Are you interested in playing tennis this year?  All boys and girls in grades 9-12 welcome.  Meet TODAY after school at the lower tennis courts.  Bring your racquet. Balls are provided.  See Mr Gardner in 327 if you have any questions.

 

Swim Team

If you are interested in participating on the Claremont Swim Team this year, please come to a meeting TOMORROW (THURSDAY) at lunch in room 225 on Thursday, September 21 at lunch. 

 

CLUBS


YCI

The YCI Club (Youth for Change and Inclusion) will be having their first meeting NEXT WEDNESDAY (Sept 26) at lunch in room 324 (Ms. Milne's room).  New members are welcome!  Come by and see what we are all about!

 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS


No news today.

 

GRAD 2023


No news today.

 

CAREER CENTRE


Upcoming Post-Secondary/Job Related Info Sessions

 

Canadian Universities Event (CUE) – Oct.4

CUE is a great opportunity to connect with University representatives from 50+ Institutions across Canada, and learn more about Post Secondary Options!  Priority is given to Grade 12 students, but Grade 11 students are also welcome.

TUESDAY, October 4, 12:30-2:00 at Stelly's High School.  Bus Transportation will be provided (no independent driving)!  Sign up and hand in the Field Trip Form to Mrs. Watson's office (Room 222)

 

University Visit – Sept 26

A representative from UVic Gustavson School of Business will be at Claremont THIS MONDAY Sept 26 at lunch time in the Student Lounge. A great chance to find out about their business program!

 

Canadian Tire

Canadian Tire Royal Oak is hiring part time cashiers and floor staff for all departments.

See Mrs. Watson in Room 222 or email her for more info - cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

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!