¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - FRIDAY Sept 30

FRIDAY Sept. 30 will be the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is to honour the lost children & survivors of residential schools, their families and communities, learn from the past, and make changes for the present and future. Students will not be in session on FRIDAY. On THURSDAY Sept.29, at Claremont, we will honour the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools by wearing orange.

Every Child Matters.

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.

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 MONDAYS – THURSDAYS at lunch. Come enjoy fresh greens from the Claremont garden and toppings!

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 a few more cycling teams. Sign-up fee is either $10 per person or $100 per team. Questions? See Mr. Neufeld, Ms Linger, or Elise Croteau.

 

¬ ATHLETICS

Tennis

Tennis anyone?  All students are welcome to join the Tennis Club on WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS after school on the lower courts.  Bring your own racquet; tennis balls are provided.  See Mr. Gardner with any questions.

 

¬ CLUBS

YCI

The YCI Club (Youth for Change and Inclusion) will be having their first meeting TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY) at lunch in room 324 (Ms. Milne's room).  New members are welcome!  YCI promotes positivity, mental wellness, and inclusion at Claremont and in the community.

GSA

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance "GSA" will be having their first meeting THIS THURSDAY at lunch in room 320. Everyone welcome!  Email or see Ms. G-C if you want more information.

 

¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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¬ GRAD 2023

Grad Portraits: October 11-21

Grads Photos start soon!  Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch is bringing their portable photo studio to Claremont for a limited time: October 11 – 21. Grads can start booking appointments now. Please go to the LINK either 1) on the Claremont website under “Latest School News” or 2) on the Grad Google Classroom. Enter your province (BC), your city (Victoria) and your school (Claremont) to log in and book your appointment. Don't put this off until later, or all of the on-site appointments will be booked up and you will run out of time

 

¬ CAREER CENTRE

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!  For this event, 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)

 

Saanich News

The Saanich News is looking for carriers for local routes! Get your exercise, as well as work experience credit!  See Mrs. Watson in office 222 or email her for more info - cwatson@saanichschools.ca

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

 

CPAC Exec Roles

Are you interested in getting more involved with the school this year? Our CPAC nomination committee wants to hear from you. We need volunteers for these possible roles:

VP, COPAC Representative, Secretary and additional Members at Large.  Thank you to parents who have already reached out. Final nominees needed for voting in the first PAC meeting on October 18th at 7pm. Invite details to come (in-person & virtual).

Please email claremontpacSD63@gmail.com if you’re interested or have any questions.

 

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!