Stelly's Daily Buzz - February 26, 2024
STELLY’S DAILY BUZZ
Monday, February 26th, 2024
GENERAL SCHOOL NEWS
Michael Jordan, winner of six NBA championships, said:
“I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying”
Grade 12 French Immersion K - 12 Gift Exchange on Tuesday, February 27 from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Participating students should meet in the large gym.
Any students interested in going to Spain and Portugal next March, 2025, please go to an information meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, February 27th, at lunch in Ms Lizama's room 49.
Stelly’s Parent Advisory Council presents: Teenage Sexual Health - Parent Info Night > Island Health's Jennifer Gibson presents an informative discussion about being an approachable adult, Thursday February 29th 7:00pm to 8:30pm in the Stelly’s MPR. It’s a free event, however, registration is encouraged for attendance. (To register, click on link here).
Are you in Grade 11 and interested in attending the University of Calgary? There is an opportunity to meet a recruiter on Thursday February 29th at lunchtime in the conference room. Please see Mr. Berger for more information.
IMPORTANT DATES COMING UP
February 27 - French Immersion K-12 Gift Exchange
February 28 - Pink Shirt - wear pink for anti-bullying day
February 29 - We Wear Black Day
February 29 - U of C Recruiter visit
February 29 - Grade 8 Course Selection Evening for parents (in person and virtual)
March 1 - Course Selection Forms due
March 6 - Coffee Concert - doors open at 6:30pm
ATHLETICS
First Badminton practice will be Friday March 1st from 2:40-3:40pm. We will meet in the large gym. Remember to bring appropriate gym attire.
Junior Girls Volleyball Drop In activity that is open to all grade 9 and 10 girls. This will be happening on Tuesdays after school and starts Feb 27! Girls did not need to play on the A or B team this season. Come out for some Queen’s Court style games and warm up. More information available when you attend on the 27th.
Girls soccer tryouts are Tuesday at 3:30 at Centennial Park.
GRAD 2024
Grad Write Ups 2.0 Required ASAP!
- Re-writes required from EVERY GRAD
- Due by Monday, Feb. 26th at 3pm
- Assignment posted in Google classroom
- If you would like to keep your old write up but cannot remember it, please see Ms. Paas or Mr. Hart
CAREER CENTRE
Fun local job opportunity! Central Saanich Little League is looking for both grill and concession attendants for the baseball season from April to June. Earn $17/hr and up having fun gaining skills, earning cash and making friends.
Looking to volunteer? The Inspire Cup International Gymnastics Competition is looking for volunteers. This event will be at the Victoria Convention Centre March 1-3. Volunteer positions are available in the following areas: athlete registration, volunteer check-in, and working as access monitors. Each volunteer gets free admission to the competition for the entire day that they volunteer.
Parks Canada is hiring students for summer jobs. There are many diverse entry level job opportunities - from cleaning, gate attendance, lifeguarding, trail crew to social media management. At Parks Canada, your journey can start with a seasonal job and lead to endless opportunities. Apply in under 15 minutes online.
If you identify as a girl and are looking to develop some leadership skills - you're in luck! Minerva presents "Learning to Lead" for girls in Grade 10-12. The four sessions take place over Zoom in April once per week for two hours.
Earn your Emergency First Aid with CPR / AED Level C at the SHOAL Centre in Sidney on Saturday, April 6th. First Aid skills are super important life skills and they look great on a resume.
SISP INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM STUDENTS
Yukon trip students - there is a mandatory meeting TODAY during lunch block in the Learning Commons.
Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!