THE CHRONICLE

Monday, February 6, 2023

 

¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

New: ON-LINE Report Cards – Feb. 8

New to SD63: Student report cards will now be distributed by way of an on-line student portal.  As of THIS WEDNESDAY Feb 8th at 3pm, students will be able to login and access their report cards (PDF version) at any point after this date/time.  A Saanich Student portal link will be sent BY EMAIL to all students and their primary contacts by the end of the day TODAY (and will only be accessible using student information).  The link will not be live until 3pm on WEDNESDAY.  Students: double check you can access your school email please.

 

Robotics Tournament Results

Congratulations to Claremont's Robotics teams for their results at this weekend's tournament on Salt Spring Island.  Claremont won all three judges awards out of 34 teams, and every Claremont team made it into the playoff round. 

** Any grade 9s interested in Claremont's robotics program are invited to a meeting TOMORROW (TUESDAY) at lunch in room 133.  See Mr. Paananen for more information.

 

Lost & Found

A set of rings were found in the girls’ change room this morning.  Please come to the office to claim them

 

January Element Winners

We are very excited to announce our January Element Winners!  Congratulations to Brinndin KILGOUR from the Earth Element, Maya CRESWICK from the Air Element, Holly LI from the Water Element, and both Ella BOOKMAN and Daezlyn MacDONALD from the Fire Element. Each of these students has gone above and beyond in a variety of ways to showcase their SPARTAN spirit. This month:

Brinndin is being acknowledged for his academic achievement in Ms. Harte’s class.  Maya is nominated for her involvement at the Friday Night Lights event and her overall positive demeanour around Claremont.

Holly is being recognized for her involvement with the recycling program on Fridays. She went above and beyond her duties as a Key Club member last month.

Ella and Daezlyn are being recognized for their leadership in Foods class.

Keep up the good work, students. Way to go SPARTANS!!!

 

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.

 

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. 

 

¬ FINE ARTS

No news today.

 

¬ ATHLETICS

Tennis

All students interested in trying out for the Claremont Tennis Team: meet TOMORROW (TUESDAY) at lunch in room 327 with Mr Gardner.

 

¬ CLUBS

New: Debate Club

Come join the new Claremont Debate Club!  Learn the crucial life skills of debate, express your opinions and ideas, and connect with others!  The first Debate Club meeting is TODAY at lunch in Mr. Quested’s room (room 300) and we will meet every MONDAY.  Come by and check it out!

 

Spirit Club – Valentine Candy Grams

Valentine Candy Grams are on sale TODAY until FRIDAY at lunch in the Student Lounge for $2. They will be delivered on Valentines Day.  Come spread some love and treat a friend; all proceeds will go to the Victoria Pride Society.

 

Key Club – in Need of Old T-Shirts

The Key Club is making DIY dog toys for the Broken Promises Rescue Centre, and needs 100% cotton, clean T-shirts in ALL colours and sizes. Drop-off is at the front office from TODAY until NEXT WEDNESDAY Feb. 22nd. Your help is much appreciated!

 

¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

No news today.

 

¬ GRAD 2023

Grad Fundraiser:  Ongoing Bottle Drive

An easy way to support the 2023 Grad Class is by donating empty bottles and beverage containers throughout the school year until June at the Bottle Depot location at Glanford/Quadra.  Account name is “Claremont Grad 2023.” Thank you for supporting the grad class of 2023.

 

¬ CAREER CENTRE

Employment Opportunities

 

Butchart Gardens Job Fair – Feb.9

Butchart Gardens will be holding their 2023 Job Fair on THIS THURSDAY Feb.9, from 5:30-7:30pm.  Bring your resume and meet the hiring team. The Gardens generally hire for five departments for the summer season:

Food Services: The Gardens has several restaurants which require waitstaff, cashiers, bus persons, and counter-service persons.  We also have two kitchen facilities which produce a la carte, pastry, and industrial production.

Visitor Services: Primarily an outdoor position, responsibilities include pedestrian and vehicle traffic control, grounds maintenance, collecting admissions, and all other services provided for our international and local visitors.

Custodial Services: These positions require work both indoors and outdoors.  Responsibilities include maintenance of administrative buildings, visitor and staff washroom facilities, and garbage collection.

Seed & Gift Store: These positions require work both behind-the-scenes and with our visitors.  Responsibilities include extensive merchandise knowledge, cash transactions, unpacking, stocking and reconciling paperwork.

Gardening: Primarily outdoor positions or work in our Plant Identification Centre.  Most positions require eight hour shifts of heavy to moderate labour and require good public relations skills.

 

Island Health – Feb.21

An Employment Recruiter from Island Health will be visiting Claremont to provide information about their casual positions in food services and housekeeping.  Positions are available on weekends and during summer break, and are open to students in Grades 10 -12.  TUESDAY, February 21 @ lunch time in the Student Lounge.

 

Career and Post-Secondary Education Event – Feb.23

Black Press is hosting a Career and Post-Secondary Education Event! Don't miss this opportunity to learn about education and job options from more than 60 businesses or schools in our community.  THURSDAY, February 23, 11am-3pm at the Bay Street Armoury (715 Bay Street).  A list of some of the presenters is HERE.

 

West Wind Hardwood in Sidney is looking for an after-school worker.  If you love working with wood, this job is for you.  This employer offers opportunities for skills and growth in Joinery.  For more info: see Mr. Bussoli in room 217 or email him at rbussoli@saanichschools.ca

 

Island Health is hiring people aged 16-17 for part-time work, $17/hr.  As a Minor Test Shopper, you participate in conducting compliance checks for Tobacco & Vapour Prevention and Control, attempting to buy products from retailers. Go to the School District 63 Careers page for more info: HERE or see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more info.

 

Red Barn (at Mattick's and on West Saanich Road) is hiring cashiers and deli clerks for flexible part-time hours.  For more information, please see Mrs. Watson in room 222, or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

A garden helper is needed by a neighbour near Lochside School, on a flexible, part-time basis, mainly during Spring and Fall. Wage to be discussed.  Duties would include raking, pruning, landscaping, power washing, leaf blowing, projects, repair and maintenance, etc. If bonsai trees interest the student, they could be trained in this skill as well.  For contact info, see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

Skills Canada Competitions

Registration for this year's Regional South Island Skills Canada Competitions will be open soon!  Online or face-to-face competitions will be held, covering areas like automotive, baking, hairstyling, welding, electronics, pipe trades, job search, photography, and more...

Competitions will be in March, with the deadline for registration mid-February. Keep watching announcements for more information.  See Mr. Bussoli in room 217 if you are interested in competing. More information HERE.

 

Summer Employment with Saanich School District

Grade 12 Students: The Saanich School District #63 will be hiring summer staff in the Custodial Department!  Full-time, union positions will be available from the end of June until end of August, with the opportunity for continuing employment.  Earn competitive wages vs. minimum wage.  You must have your own transportation, and you must be a graduate by the end of June. For more information, see Mrs. Watson in office 222, or email her at 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.

 

Upcoming Family Smart online events.

To join a FamilySmart online event, register at: familysmart.ca/events   

FEBRUARY - For Families: A Conversation About Eating Disorders Families do not cause eating disorders but they can be one of the most effective influences in their child’s recovery. Listen to Rylee McKinlay, Young Adult with lived experience, Terri McKinlay, Parent with lived experience and Carmen Kauffman, Eating Disorders Therapist & Educator with Jessie’s Legacy, share their perspective and knowledge as they talk about the continuum of disordered eating, what to be aware of, the importance of connection, and strategies that help support recovery.   MARCH - A Conversation for Families About Digital Wellbeing & Mental Health As parents, we struggle with balancing our children’s time spent in the digital world and what we consider the real world. It’s not easy to know how much time spent on technology is too much and how to set boundaries that don’t create conflict. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Kristy Goodwin, Digital Wellbeing and Productivity Researcher, Speaker, Author and Consultant to learn some practical solutions to our everyday concerns and challenges around our kids’ use of screens and their mental health.

¬ 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.