TUESDAY, JUNE 6th, 2023

GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS

Alexa from the Youth Engagement Program is coming to Stelly's Career Centre TODAY over the lunch hour. This casual meeting is open to anyone who feels they would benefit from some support crafting their resume, learning volunteer and job skills, and all things training for the work force - FREE of charge. Check the career board for more information!

Global Perspectives 11 are currently working on fundraising for a day of baking at Jeneece Place!! Jeneece Place is a non-profit home that provides a place to stay for families with sick kids at Victoria General Hospital. We’re looking for non-perishable baking supplies such as sugar, flour, chocolate chips as well as cash donations. We are accepting all donations until Thursday, June 8th. The block one class with the most donations will receive a prize for their efforts. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Wallace !

EVENTS

Stelly's Global Perspectives 11 will be selling ice cream this Friday behind the school by the climbing gym during lunch hour for a fundraiser. Prices will range from 50 cents to 2 dollars and all proceeds will be donated to Our Place. We hope to see you there!

Rifflandia Entertainment Co is introducing "The Monster", the world's largest inflatable obstacle course, and we need student volunteers to help run it! The dates are June 8th-11th and you receive two free ticket codes for every shift you complete! If you're into music fests and having a great time - jump on this awesome opportunity!

GRAD 2023

Dry Grad Ticket Sales & Clothing Drop Off. Tickets are $10 each for grads and approved guests – cash or e-transfer to stellysgrad23@gmail.com (be sure to include the name of each individual ticket holder payment is for in the message field).  Tickets will be sold in person:   June 12, 13, 19, 20 during lunch hour and June 14, 15, 21, 22 during clothing drop off between 8:15-8:45AM.  Questions? Contact stellysgrad23@gmail.com

Dry Grad Bottle drives are happening on Saturday, June 24th from 9am - 12pm.  Grade 12 and Parent Volunteers are asked to help out if possible.

We are looking for Grade 11 students and Parents to Organize, Volunteer and run next years Grad Bottle Drives. Please contact Keely Kastrukoff if you want to participate at keely.kastrukoff@gmail.com

GRAD CEREMONY TICKETS  Have you received your GRAD CEREMONY TICKETS YET???  UVic has emailed them to students’ school district email accounts. If you have not received them, please see Jocelyne Pryer in the main office as you are likely missing a Grad Requirement!!!  Extra tickets are on Sale NOW and are available by calling UVIC TICKET CENTRE at 250-721-8480 or in person.  Extra Tickets are $10 each and can be paid with Visa or M/C or in person by Cash & Debit as well.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Victoria Foundation has generously provided a $30,000 grant to our Youth Access Fund to enable youth in Victoria, BC to attend Outward Bound Canada (OBC) courses on full scholarships applicable for our 2023 summer expeditions.

CAREER CENTRE

PISE is hiring high school students for part time work over the summer  to work as Birthday Party Leaders! Earn between $17.7 - $22.75 an hour while creating a fun and inclusive environment for kiddos. Check the job posting on the Career Ed website for more information"

GOOD FORTUNE CHINESE RESTAURANT  in Sidney is hiring multiple positions. Earn $15.65/hr plus tips! On top of that you get a free meal every shift. Check the career board for more info

MARY’S BLEUE MOON CAFE is hiring front of house staff. If you have an outgoing personality and are interested in the hospitality industry, email your resume! Contact info is posted on the Career Board. 

STUDENT WORKS PAINTING is hiring summer painters now. Starting wage is $20/hr and earn up to $30/hr once trained. Painting is a great skill to learn, it's satisfying work, fun to be outdoors and working with friends is encouraged.

B & C FOOD is located on Keating Cross road and is looking for warehouse workers. Starting wage is $18/hr and no experience is necessary. Part time and full time shifts are available (over summer). General duties include warehouse tasks and there is room for advancement. Apply now!

     Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!