Stelly's Daily Buzz - September 19, 2023
Stelly’s Daily Buzz
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th, 2023
GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS
A reminder for parents and guardians: there is a virtual PAC meeting this evening at 6:30pm. It will be via MS Teams, so please consider joining us.
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 934 758 965 782 7
Passcode: JL3ApW
For students bringing vehicles, please remember to register at the office to get a window sticker. Information is available at the main office.
Student Verification Forms: These forms were handed out last week and contain all student demographic and family contact details. Please check over the details within this form and update if necessary. ALL forms need to be signed by a parent or guardian and returned to your block 1 teacher. It is crucial that we have up-to-date information for every student (ie: new cell numbers, address changes, etc.) in case of an emergency.
The cafeteria will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday) - pizza will be available to purchase for $3/slice.
EVENTS
The Social Justice Club will have its first meeting at lunch on Wednesday in Room 30. This club is open for all students and staff who want to have fun while helping others and our planet. Bring your lunch and a friend and help us decide what actions we will take this year. See Mrs. Wallace in room 30 for more information.
Friday September 22nd - Non-Instructional Day (students are not in session)
Friday September 29th - Orange Shirt Day
Oct 2nd - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (no school)
ATHLETICS
Reminder to all Junior Boys’ soccer players of our team meeting today at break in the small gym.
Junior Girls Volleyball A practice at 3:30 today
GRAD 2024
*Update (apologies for putting in the incorrect date yesterday). Mark your calendars! Grad 2024 Ceremony, dinner/dance and After-Grad party will be on Thursday June 27, 2024! More details will follow and be posted on Google classroom - stay tuned!
Upcoming Scholarship meetings, each happening at lunch time in the Learning Commons:
September 27th
October 18th
November 15th
December 13th
CAREER CENTRE
Interested in a career in the Sports Industry? Learn about the programs offered by the 'Centre for Sports & Exercise Education' at Camosun! There is a free information session on October 20th which will cover all things applying, the various diplomas and degrees offered, and more.
The Canadian Cancer Society is offering a virtual volunteer fair this evening at 4 pm. They will cover a variety of volunteer opportunities for students from event planning to advocacy. Go to www.cancer.ca/volunteerfair for more information.
Big Brothers and Big Sisters is looking for volunteers! Make a BIG difference in the life of a child by donating your time and energy as an In School Teen Mentor.
Listen up! The Young Engagement Program (AKA YEP) is offering Foodsafe and First Aid training at a MASSIVE discount. These fun and interactive training programs are super handy life skills and look great on a resume. Register before it's too late! You must be a YEP member to participate but YEP membership is free. First come first served!
Are you in Grade 11 or 12 and planning on going to University? You don't want to miss the Canadian Universities Event aka "CUE" at Claremont on September 26th from 1-3pm. Connect with local University reps from over 50 institutions across Canada. Field trip forms are available in the Career Centre and due by Thursday, September 21st . We have 60 spots available and buses to get you there and back. You should come!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students are invited to their first luncheon this Thursday September 21st from 11:30 to 12:15
Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!