THURSDAY, JUNE 22nd, 2023

GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS

We have extended Bus Registration for the 2023/24 year,  we have extended registration until tomorrow,  Friday June 23^rd at 4pm.  We will be opening up Late Registration in August, however some routes may be unavailable.

JUST A REMINDER TO ALL STUDENTS to check the LOST & FOUND TABLE for any items they may have lost! Also, at the office we have a number of items that were found in the hallways!!

Learning Commons is closed at lunch other than for quiet studying for exams.

GRAD 2024  DRY GRAD BOTTLE DRIVE FOR THE GRADS of 2024 starts this 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

EVENTS

Saanich Pioneer Society is celebrating its  90^th Anniversary and is looking for volunteers to help out answering questions, directing guests and operating the coffee table. See the Career Centre for more information!

Have you heard about the Beacon Community Services Youth Engagement Program? Do you want to get involved with your community, learn some new skills and find employment - while meeting new friends and having fun? Come learn more at our BBQ kickoff party! It's happening Tuesday July 4^th from 11:30am - 2pm at Shoal Centre. You should come! 

The 28th Annual Sampson Intertribal Powwow “Honoring Wəťanmy” is on! The Powwow Committee is looking for volunteers for the event that runs at Stelly’s Secondary on July 21-23. 

Fulfill your required volunteer hours for high school graduation by helping a child to learn to ride a bike!   iCan Bike is looking for volunteers to help children with cognitive and or physical challenges to learn how to ride a two wheeler. This camp happens during the week of July 10-14^th at Panorama. Come take part in this valuable volunteer experience providing emotional, motivational and physical support!

GRAD 2023

GRADS: Still needing something to wear? It’s NOT TOO LATE to borrow a dress, suit and accessories etc. from the Magic Wand for a small fee.  Email Elizabeth at surerus@telus.net for an appointment.

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 Today, 23rd & 26th in person and on June 22nd, 23rd & 26th  during clothing drop off between 8:15-8:45AM.  Questions? Contact stellysgrad23@gmail.com

CAREER CENTRE

The Lion's Club pancake breakfast is happening July 1^st and needs volunteers to help serve em up!

July 4^th is the YEP BBQ kick-off - learn more about the Youth Engagement Program over a free lunch!

Take Food Safe Training Level One at the Shoal Centre for only $60 on July 15th!

Take your Emergency First Aid with CPR -C at the SHOAL Centre for just $55 on July 21st!

Peninsula Country Market needs volunteers on Saturdays in the Kids Zone to help with the free play area, crafts and other activities!

Are you 18 and interested in working in aviation? YYJ is hiring screening officers. Wage is $25.63 once training is completed. Opportunities for growth and benefits and pension plan are available. Apply now!

The Recycling Team is having their first meet-up on July 8th, meet the team and brainstorm ideas for a recycling program at the Peninsula Country Market!

   Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!