THE CHRONICLE

Thursday April 20, 2023

 

¬ GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Iceland Trip Meeting

Reminder to all students who participated in the Iceland trip over Spring Break: we have our final meeting TODAY at lunch in the Learning Commons.

 

Literacy/Numeracy Assessments:

Our next Literacy/Numeracy Assessment sessions are next week on April 25th and 26th. The focus for Sem 2 is on:  Literacy 12 for English 12 classes, Literacy 10 for students in EFP Lit 11 who missed due to last year's cancellation, and Numeracy 10 for Math Foundations & Pre-Calculus classes.  If students wish, they are able to rewrite an assessment: they simply need to sign up with Ms. Watson in room 222.

 

School Bus Registration For 2023-2024

Online school bus registration for next school year is now open.  To register, you will need your Student #.  Registration link is on the Saanich School District website or HERE.

 

Lost & Found

A gold hoop earring was found on Wednesday. Please come to the office to claim it

 

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.

 

¬ FINE ARTS

Concert Band

Congratulations to the Claremont Concert Band, who "wowed" the UVic music adjudicators on Tuesday at the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival!  Excellent performances by all!!

 

Musical Theatre “The SpongeBob Musical”:  May 25 – June 3

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea??  Coming soon: the Claremont Musical Theatre program will be presenting the fun and family-friendly, “The SpongeBob Musical.”  Tickets are on sale now!  This musical runs from May 25-27 and May 31-June 3; shows will be 7pm nightly, plus Saturday matinees at 1pm. Running time, with intermission, will be approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Tickets will be sold ONLINE, with limited availability at the door for cash sales only. All tickets are $15 plus service charge. 

Link for IN-PERSON tickets: https://claremontspongebob.brownpapertickets.com/

We will also be LIVESTREAMING all performances and the link for purchasing a stream license will be provided in the near future.  Information poster HERE. 

 

¬ ATHLETICS

Track Team

Congratulations to the track athletes yesterday with fabulous performances at UVic. Sydney DUNNILL was 2nd in the 3000 metres.

Lax Boys senior team was second in the 4x100 in a very close race for 1st.

Great performances by Carter PAANANEN, Ethan NOZICK and Lucas PETERSON in the 1500m.

Many girls took part in the 200m, 800m and 4x100m with great results, as well as throwing and jumping events.

Track practice is TODAY at 3:30pm.

 

Jr Boys Rugby

For all Junior Boys Rugby players: there is a meeting TODAY at the start of lunch in Mr. Belvedere's room 134 to review our itinerary.  Please arrive quickly to the meeting.

 

CSI Rowing: Bottle Drive – April 22

The CSI Rowing program will be running a bottle drive THIS SATURDAY April 22, 10:00-3:30, in the Claremont student parking lot.  This will be a drive-thru and drop off format. Thank you for supporting our rowers as they prepare for Nationals.

 

¬ CLUBS

Key Club: Childrens’ Books Donation Drive April 17-28

Reminder that the Key Club is hosting a book donation drive to support the 1000x5 childrens’ literacy program. We are collecting gently used picture books, suitable for ages infant to kindergarten. Donations will be accepted at the office until April 28.

 

Math Club

There will be no Math Club this FRIDAY, as Mr. Skanks is away.  However, if you are interested in the Canadian Team Math Contest there is a signup sheet outside room 133 and also online in the Google Classroom.

 

¬ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

No news today.

 

¬ GRAD 2023

Grad Package – Due TODAY (April 20)

If any grade 12 students missed the Grad Assembly last week, please come to the office to pick up your Grad information package.  Reminder that all forms and payment are due TODAY to the Accounting Office.

 

Grad Fundraiser: Oasis Nails and Spa

Oasis Nails and Spa in Oak Bay is donating $1 from every service in the month of April to the Grad Class!  So, book your pedicure and spa day in the Month of April and support our Grads at the same time.

 

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

Island Camp Ignite: July 7-9

Island Ignite Camp is happening this summer in Victoria, July 7-9th!  This FREE camp is an amazing mentorship opportunity for young women (grades 11 & 12), regardless if they are interested in a career in emergency services, or not.  The program focuses on challenging and empowering participants with team building activities and fire ground tasks, skills and drills, led by an amazing group of volunteers from across the fire-fighting service. Applications are due May 1st.  Applications are available on the website - www.islandignite.com

 

SD63 Hairstylist Program

Did you know School District 63 has its own Hair Salon?  You can book your haircuts, styles, and scalp massages starting on April 11, at Studio 63, where students from the SD63/VIU Hairstylist Program perform their skills and services.  For more information, see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca.  Please see Mr. Bussoli if you're interested in enrolling in the Hairstylist Program.  Studio info.

 

Butchart Gardens Job Fair – April 20

Reminder that Butchart Gardens will be holding their 2023 Job Fair TODAY April 20, from 6:30-8:00pm.  Bring your resume and meet the hiring team. The Gardens generally hire for five departments for the summer season:  Food Services, Visitor Services, Custodial Services, Seed & Gift Store, and Gardening.

 

Job Opportunities

Healthcare Jobs. If you are interested in a job or career within the healthcare system, join in on an info session regarding summer employment opportunities at Island Health.

TODAY April 20 @ lunch (11:48-12:28) in Lab/Classroom 215.

 

Local book publisher, Robert Thomson (of Godwin Books), is looking for a student with computer skills to help with formatting his next book. This is a paid position, and the work could be done at the public library or other computer desks.  For more information, see Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca

 

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.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Would you be interested in gaining work experience related to website design, facebook management, and creating content regarding community news? The Cordova Bay Area Association is looking for a volunteer (with possibly a future as a paid job), for their newsletter, ‘The Cordovan’.  See Mrs. Watson in room 222 or email her at cwatson@saanichschools.ca for more information.

 

30 Hours of Work Experience/Volunteering

30 Hours of Work Experience OR Volunteering are required for Graduation. Hours can be counted from any grade. See Mrs. Watson in room 222 to find out how to confirm your 30 hours. If you're not working, there are lots of ideas for looking into Volunteerism.  You can discuss ideas with Mrs. Watson and she can point out a list of possibility volunteer opportunities.

 

¬ NEWS FROM CLAREMONT PAC

Claremont PAC AGM Meeting - May 16 @ 7pm

Nominees are being accepted for the CPAC AGM (new school year) in May. Available roles: Secretary, Members at Large, Lead Event Coordinator. If you’re interested, please email: claremontpacsd63@gmail.com

 

Claremont PAC: Staff Appreciation Lunch – May 10 

To recognize the hard work of teachers, support staff, and admin at our awesome school, CPAC is planning a Taco Bar Staff Appreciation Luncheon on WEDNESDAY, May 10th!  Please help us celebrate our amazing Claremont staff. For more information and to sign up, please visit the following link: Staff Appreciation Potluck.

For any parent who might prefer to make a monetary donation (for food or flowers), please send an e-transfer to Judy Sam at judysam84@live.ca.  If you have any questions, please contact:  claremontstaffappreciation@gmail.com 

 

Anti-Racism and Equity Presentation

For parents who were unable to attend the April 13th Conference with Dr. Lisa Gunderson (award-winning educator, community speaker, organizer, leader, and equity consultant and trainer) regarding equity, understanding, disrupting, and dismantling racism and other “isms”.  A presentation recording will be made available shortly on the CPAC site/Principal Aaron Buckham’s next Newsletter.

 

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

“Collaborative and Proactive Solutions” Virtual Presentation – May 4

Dr. Ross Greene will speak about how Collaborative and Proactive Solutions can help us show our kids we care about them. Solving problems together creates connection and allows our children to be a part of finding solutions to what is causing their concerning behaviour. Dr. Greene’s work reminds us that things go better for everyone, when we solve problems together and that kids do well if they can.

Date: THURSDAY, May 4, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: familysmart.ca/events

 

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.