THURSDAY, JUNE 8th, 2023

GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS

Stelly’s Senior Musical Production “Once Upon a Mattress”  is happening TONIGHT thru Saturday! Tickets available online and at the door. Tickets are $15 each. Come on out and enjoy this Fabulous Musical!!

A reminder to ALL students …. Please DO NOT PARK in any reserved spots as teachers need to park and get into the school to teach you!!!

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

Hey Stelly’s ! Are you passionate about Thrifting, Recycled or Vintage clothing? The Stelly’s Global 11 students are hosting a clothing swap next Wednesday at lunch in the dining room. Bring your items to the dining room on Tuesday, June 13th at lunch. Come swap or shop for retired clothing and enjoy some refreshments! All clothing is appreciated! PLease make sure clothing is washed and undamaged. All remaining clothing will be donated to Diabetes Canada. Hope to see you there!

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!

GRAD 2023

Final Grad Rehearsal - Thursday June 15th @ Lunch in the gym.  All grads participating in the UVIC Ceremony must attend!  See Ms Tamboline if you are unable to attend this rehearsal.

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

GRAD 2024!   DRY GRAD BOTTLE DRIVE FOR THE GRADS of 2024 starts Saturday, June 24! The bottle drives will be the fourth Saturday of every month (including the summer) from 9am-12pm.  We are looking for student and parent volunteers.   Students can receive 4 hours volunteer time each bottle drive. We are especially looking for a volunteer with a truck!  If you would like to help out, please email Keely 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!