Stelly's Daily Buzz - April 16, 2026
STELLY’S DAILY BUZZ
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS
Thank you to all the students who performed at the Band Concert last night - It was a wonderful showing of all the talented musicians we have here at Stelly’s. Congratulations everyone!
Fill the Hive Food Drive is happening Wednesday April 29th and we are looking for volunteers to help us collect donations from 4-8 that day. Signup sheets are available on the grade level google classrooms or through the link on Stelly's Instagram! Come out for a fun night to help us help those in need and even for the provided pizza party at the end of the night!
School bus registration for the 2026/27 school year opens TODAY at 12:00 p.m. (noon). Please use this link to the Registration page:
https://saanichschools.ca/resources/studentsfamilies/transportation. If you have any questions regarding fees, please see the FAQ tab on the website.
Are you missing anything, like a cup, clothing or lunch container? Have you checked the lost and found box? It’s just outside the Career Centre and things keep piling up! Please have a look and if you recognize something, take it home.
IMPORTANT DATES COMING UP
April 20 - Pro-D Day (school not in session)
April 21 - Copernican Schedule (BLK 1: AM; BLK 3: PM) > Literacy & Numeracy Assessments
April 23 - Copernican Schedule (BLK 2: AM; BLK 4: PM) > Literacy & Numeracy Assessments
April 27 - Term 4 Begins
April 27 - 29 - Online booking for parent/student/teacher meetings (open at 5pm on 27th and closes on 29th at 9pm)
April 29 - Fill the Hive Food Drive
April 30 - Early Dismissal at 2:05pm
April 30 - Learning Updates available for viewing via Brightspace by 5pm
April 30 - Parent/Student/Teacher Meetings 5:00pm to 7:00pm (details will be emailed out to families)
ATHLETICS
Are you interested in joining the Golf Team? There will be a meeting today at 11am in the large gym to sign up for the tryouts which are happening this Friday starting at 3:30pm at The Ridge Golf Course in Cordova Bay.
GRAD 2026
Grads: if you missed the assembly on Monday, please make sure you pick up a package from the office. The slideshow and all the required online forms are posted in the Grad Google Classroom, which are all due next Tuesday, April 21st.
The final grad clothing order is still open and online! This is your last chance to grab some Grad 2026 merch, including a new white t-shirt design for grad tie dye (coming up in May). The online store closes April 19th, so get your order in to avoid disappointment. https://store.passionsports.ca/stellysgrad26Spring/shop/home
Hello Stelly's Grads of 2026! Your final opportunity to fundraise to reduce the cost of your Prom tickets is here. Fundraise by selling hanging baskets and bedding plants. Each item sold gets you $5 off of your prom ticket. Either grab a form in the office or send the link to your local family, friends, and businesses. Orders are due this Friday, April 17th, and plants will arrive May 5th. https://stellyssecondary.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home
AFTER GRAD PARENT COMMITTEE
The online 50/50 is live and continues until the end of the month. Claremont just finished an online 50/50 and the winner took home over $3000! Share the link to our raffle all over BC and let's see if we can't get a bigger prize! https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/stellysdrygrad2026
Also live is our volunteer sign-up site for the big event! There are descriptions for each role and the times needed. Click on the link to see what positions we need; I'm sure you can find something that suits you! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EA5A922A7FAC07-52091808-stellys#/
The Tailgate Market takes place in the Stelly's parking lot on Saturday, April 25th from 9am to noon. There will be a nice mix of garage sale items and artisan crafts. Bring some friends and start "market season" early! (The bottle drive is also at this time, so you can bring some empties, too.)
The next After Grad planning meeting is Monday, April 20th at 7pm. We are meeting at Brewsky's. All grad parents are welcome.
CAREER CENTRE
Are you a student interested in a career in Engineering? Join us in the Career Centre next Wednesday, April 22nd at lunchtime for a presentation from a Civil Engineer. You will learn about the field & have the opportunity to ask questions.
Are you a grade 11 or 12 student interested in a career in Health? Health X Day is happening at Camosun on Wednesday, April 29th. Sign up at the Career Centre. The deadline to apply is April 24th.
Women in Trades and Technology Exploration Day at Camosun is happening April 30th. For more information and to sign up for the field trip, please visit the Career Centre. The deadline to apply is April 24th.
Local 1598’s Plan A Summer Youth Employment Program is accepting applications from Grade 11 and 12 students who have a keen interest in a career in Carpentry. This summer employment opportunity offers hands-on experience and a chance to explore the skilled trade. Applications must be in by April 30th. See us in the Career Centre for more information and application form.
Are you a female in grade 11 or 12 interested in learning what it takes to work in emergency services? Island Ignite Fire Camp is coming to Victoria this July. Sign up here by April 30th or see us in the Career Centre.
Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!