Daily News - Monday November 9, 2026
THE CHRONICLE
Monday November 9, 2026
It’s a great day to be a Spartan!
¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Remembrance Day: Lest We Forget
Claremont will be holding four Remembrance Day ceremonies TOMORROW (TUESDAY) (blocks 1 and 2) in the Ridge Theatre. We honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women who served our country, and those who continue to serve to preserve our Canadian values and freedoms. Thank you to the men and women of our Canadian military: the members of the army, navy, and air force, medics, equipment technicians, pilots, support staff, and peace keepers. Lest we forget.
Poppies will be provided to our grade 9 students on TUESDAY, and we encourage them to bring a donation for the Royal Canadian Legion. We encourage all other students and staff to make a donation to the Legion Poppy Fund at any one of the many poppy collection trays throughout the community, and to wear the poppy proudly. Poppy funds assist Veterans and their families with many necessary supports and services.
2028 Trip to Greece: Parent Meeting Nov.19
Students who are interested in the 2028 trip to Greece, there are meetings on WEDNESDAYS at lunch in room 312 to sign up or get more information. If you have already signed up and joined the Google classroom, you don't need to come back to any meetings until the new year. This is just for newcomers who need information on how to register. Parent Meeting: if parents are interested in hearing more information about the Greece Trip, please come to a parent meeting on THURSDAY Nov. 19 @ 7pm in room 312.
¬ ATHLETICS
NEW – Cross-Country
On Saturday, Claremont's Cross-Country team competed at the Provincial Championships in Clearbrook.
In the Senior Girls category, Rosie ran a personal best.
The Junior Girls team of Charlie, Edie, Gabby, and Olivia improved on Claremont's third place finish last year by placing second this year.
The Senior Boys team, powered by Sebastian, Miles, Marco, Linden, Danylo, and Tim, finished in first place and are the 2026 BC Provincial Champions! Congratulations to all the cross-country runners! Go Spartans!
NEW – Sr Girls Volleyball
Congratulations to the Sr Girls Volleyball team, who competed in Port Coquitlam this past weekend at the prestigious invite-only Red Serge Tournament and WON gold for the first time in Claremont's history! EVERYONE contributed to an epic tourney win…. this was a complete team victory.
NEW – Sr Boys Volleyball
Congratulations to the Sr Boys Volleyball team, who played in a highly competitive tournament in Delta this past weekend. All the boys contributed to a fantastic tournament finish, winning the Bronze medal! Special shout out to Tavi, who played through an injury, and big congrats to Aleks who was named to the Allstar team for his epic performance in the playoffs.
¬ CLUBS
Homework Club
Homework Club is up and running, with learning support from Education Assistants in Room 235. This is open to all students on a drop-in basis. The schedule is posted outside of room 235.
MONDAY: After school 3:15-4:20 All subjects
TUESDAY: After school 3:15-4:20 All subjects; Math focus available.
WEDNESDAY: Before school 8:00-8:45 All subjects; Math focus available.
After school: 3:15-4:20 All subjects
THURSDAY: After school 3:15-4:20 All subjects; Math focus available.
FRIDAY: Before school 8:00-8:45 All subjects; Math focus available.
¬ FINE ARTS
NEW - Broadway Show “Beauty And The Beast”: Nov.29
Final call!! If you are interested in seeing the Broadway Show “Beauty and the Beast” in Vancouver on SUNDAY November 29th, there are still a few tickets available. See Ms Giordano or Mrs English asap, before they are gone!
¬ INDIGENOUS NEWS
ÍY, SȻÁĆEL HÁLE – Good Day
¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
No news today.
¬ GRAD 2027
Grad Parent Meeting (Online): Nov. 12
There will be an online grad parent meeting THIS THURSDAY Nov.12 @ 7pm, covering many topics related to grad, plus information from our Grad 2027 Parent Executive. Click HERE for the meeting invitation.
Grad Photos at Claremont: November 4-13
If you booked an appointment for grad portraits, your photo shoot will be in Artona’s portrait trailer, parked at the bottom of the staff parking lot by the rugby shed.
Magic Wand Grad Clothing Rental
The Magic Wand is a non-profit organization that offers an inexpensive and eco-friendly alternative to grad outfits for any students (boys and girls) 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.
Magic Wand Website: www.themagicwandproject.ca
¬ FUNDRAISING
Purdy’s Chocolates
Claremont Sports Institute Rowing is hoping to raise funds for our spring racing season. From now until November 24th, you can order Purdy’s treats from our fundraiser by joining our campaign and browsing the tastiest selection of Christmas chocolates online.
What you’ll need to order:
1. Our campaign number is 000040922
2. Go to our fundraising website: PURDY’S LINK.
3. Click “Join Campaign”
4. Shop, shop, shop away!
Contact Tony Gudavicius gudaviciust@gmail.com for any questions. Thank you for supporting the CSI Rowers. Happy chocolating!
Winter Plants
The Claremont Boys Lacrosse program is running a winter plants fundraiser from now until November 24th. Delivery date is December 10th (via the player you're supporting)
Winter floral sale link is HERE.
On the order form, please add the player’s name who you are supporting!!
Any question, please contact: sjjalford@gmail.com Thank you for supporting CSI Lacrosse.
¬ CAREER CENTRE
NEW - University of Waterloo: Nov.12
A rep from the University of Waterloo will have an information table at Claremont THIS THURSDAY Nov.12 at lunch time, in the front foyer by the theatre entrance.
The University of Waterloo has the largest post-secondary Co-op program in the world and is recognized for its strong emphasis on innovation and research, particularly in engineering and computer science. Come by the info table to find out more!
NEW – Post Secondary BC: Nov.19
Post-Secondary BC (PSBC) is coming to Claremont on THURSDAY Nov. 19th in the Learning Commons - 1:00 - 2:30. If your class is not attending, individual students may attend (with teacher permission), for 15-20 minutes. The following post-secondary schools will be participating:
Canadian Armed Forces/Royal Military College
Camosun College
Canadian Coast Guard Academy
Corpus Christi College - St.Mark’s College
Emily Carr University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Langara College
North Island College
Royal Roads University
Simon Fraser University
Trinity Western University
University of British Columbia
University of Northern British Columbia
University of Victoria
Vancouver Island University
NEW – Work Experience Students – Work Due Nov.20
Important Note for Work Experience students: Your work hours don't count (they can't be logged), until you have submitted pages 4, 5, and 6 from your WEx12 Handbook!
Please come to the Career Centre by Friday, November 20, to check in about your Work Experience and/or to submit your paperwork.
Tech Work Day @ Camosun Interurban: Dec.10
Tech Works Day @ Camosun Interurban will be on THURSDAY Dec.10th, 8:45am - 2:30pm. Students will have the opportunity to explore technology-driven and tech-enabled careers through hands-on, immersive learning experiences that demonstrate how technology shapes every industry. Lunch will be provided! Sign up for this all-day field trip with Mr. Bussoli, in the Career Centre. Field trip forms are due on November 26!
Health Care Careers Info: Dec. 2
Are you a Grade 11 or 12 student interested in a career in Health? Health X Day is happening at Camosun College on WEDNESDAY, December 2 @ 8:45am - 12:30pm. Come to Camosun to explore Dual Credit Pathways in various Health Programs including Practical Nursing, Health Care Assistant, Medical Radiography, and Medical Lab Assistant. Sign up for this field trip with Mr. Bussoli, in the Career Centre (Room 217). Field Trip Forms due: November 19!
Employment Opportunity (Yard Work)
A community member near Claremont School is looking for help in their garden - raking leaves, lawn mowing, weeding, etc.
--Lawnmower and tools are supplied
--Flexible hours
--$24 per hour
For more information, see Mrs. Watson in the Career Centre, or email her: cwatson@saanichschools.ca
¬ CLAREMONT PAC
NEW - CPAC Staff Appreciation Event - Dec 9th
CPAC is coordinating the Christmas Staff Appreciation High Tea on WEDNESDAY December 9th. Please SIGN-UP at this High Tea LINK if you can bring something, or e-transfers are also being accepted at: claremontpacsd63@gmail.com. This is always a highly anticipated day and a great way for us to show our appreciation to the staff and administration. We look forward to making this a wonderful event!
Bus Transportation Survey
COPACS is gathering information to ensure students are well supported in their transportation needs within SD63. If you have a youth within the district using transportation/previously used transportation, we would like to hear from you. Link to SURVEY.
CPAC Monthly Meetings
Our next meeting in November will highlight admin updates and planning for the Dec 9th Staff Appreciation event. Parents can attend in the Learning Commons or online (7pm-8pm).
November 17th MS Teams LINK
January 19th MS Teams LINK
Claremont PAC Website
Please visit our website for monthly meeting dates, other school or COPAC events and to sign up for ad hoc communications. CPAC LINK www.claremontsecondarypac.com
CPAC 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.
¬ ONGOING REMINDERS
If a Student is Absent or Late
Parents are asked to please email the Attendance Line AND your student’s teacher 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
Student Pickup and Drop Off
For the safe flow of parent vehicle traffic in the mornings and after school, this is a reminder that the bus loop, the staff parking lot, and Strangcrest Place are NOT a drop-off or pick-up location for students, before or after school.
Morning drop offs: please use the student parking lot or drop off along the ample areas along Claremont Road or Wesley Road. If you are using the student parking lot, please pull further down the lot, as to not block up the parent cars behind you. Please do NOT drive into the staff parking lot.
After school pick ups: please use the student parking lot or pickup along the ample areas along Claremont Road or Wesley Road. Please do NOT park on Strangcrest Place across the road from Claremont. This small cul-de-sac cannot support cars parking and interfering with their driveways.
**A short fresh air walk is a wonderful way for students to start and end their school day.
Student Drivers
Reminder to all students who are parking their vehicles in the student parking lot: you are required to be registered with the school. Permission forms and parking passes ($2 each) are available with Mrs. Waller in the Accounting office; students will be required to show their drivers licence, their insurance papers, and their ICBC Driver’s Abstract.
Instagram Account
Claremont has an Instagram account: @claremontsd63 . This is great way to keep in the loop on school-wide information.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Peninsula Youth Clinic at Shoreline Medical
At this Youth Clinic, services are 100% free, confidential, and explicitly inclusive of all genders and sexualities! This clinic operates on THURSDAYS, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, for Mental and Sexual Health education (there is no physician scheduled). Appointments with a physician are offered on FRIDAYS from 10:00 am – 12:00pm. Both telehealth and in-person appointments are offered for our physicians and counselors.
Youth Clinic: 2A – 2379 Bevan Avenue, Sidney, BC
To book an appointment: Call 250-656-4143, then press 7, then press 1.
A copy of the announcements is posted on the wall outside of the main office door.