Thursday's Daily Buzz
Non-Instructional day tomorrow, Friday … No school!!
ART CLUB is starting on TODAY….Thursday after school. Come and see Mr. Strutynski if you have any questions!
SCHOOL PHOTO RETAKE DAY is on Tuesday, October 25th in the morning! The photos will take place in the Dining Room.
STELLY'S HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Monday October 24 - Halloween Colours
Tuesday October 25 - Spooky/Cozy Fall Sweaters
Wednesday October 26 - Scary Hair Day + Haunted House at Lunch
Thursday October 27 - Twin Day + Treat Trolley
Friday October 28 - Pajama Day + Grad Pumpkin Carving
Monday October 31 - Halloween Costume Contest
Stelly's leadership students will be around all week with prizes and treats for Stingers showing off their Halloween Spirit! Halloween Scavenger Hunt - Monday to Friday hunt for hidden prize tickets to redeem for cafeteria cards and prizes.
SOCIAL JUSTICE CLUB is looking for volunteers to participate in the “We Scare Hunger Food Drive” taking place on October 31st. Please see Mrs. Wallace in Room 30 before Friday, October 28th for more information.
ATTENTION GRADS!! Are you thinking of applying to Camosun but want some help? Do you have questions about the programs they offer? Come and meet with an admissions advisor on Monday, October 24th at lunch in the Learning Commons to get your questions answered.
Thrifty Foods Hiring Session - Thursday, October 27th at lunch in the Career Centre. Come hear about the benefits of working at Thirfty’s!!
Are you thinking of applying to UVic but want some help? Do you have questions about the programs? A Student Recruitment Officer (Stephanie) will be visiting Stelly’s on Wednesday, October 26th at lunch in the Learning Commons. Come and meet with Stephanie and get your questions answered!
The University of Victoria’s School of Health Information Science is hosting:
- In-person Open House on Tuesday, October 25th, 4:30-6:00 pm at the University of Victoria’s Human and Social Development building (HSD) in room A240 (light refreshments will be served.)
Virtual Open House on Thursday, October 27th at 4:30pm via Zoom. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Post-Secondary School/University Information tab for more information.
Claremont Secondary is hosting the 13th Annual "SCREAMFEST" Halloween event Oct. 25, 26, & 27 from 5:30 to 9:00 each night. Tickets are on sale at Stelly's in the main foyer at lunch Thursday, Monday & Tuesday. Tickets are $10 per person. Ticket includes event entry, a chance to win contests, draws & door prizes, plus 5 coupons for access to the famous Haunted Walk or for use at the midway games or food at the BBQ and concession. For planning your visit to the Haunted Walk: 6:00-7:30 is ‘SPOOKY’ for the younger visitors. 8:00-9:00 is ‘SCARY’ for the braver visitors. Proceeds from ticket sales at Stelly's benefit programs and events here at our school.
Homework Help is available every morning from 7:15 am to 8:30 am in room 46 and after school in the learning commons until 4 pm.
Stelly's Scholarship Club - Are you interested in learning how to access/apply for scholarship and grant opportunities, how to apply, when to start applying, including creating resumes, writing essays? See Ms. Hackman, Ms. Lizama and Mr. Bishop for more information. Join our Google classroom for up to date details - the code is 4lxwt46
Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN) Virtual Career Expo - There’s never been a better time for young women to start a career in residential construction. November 1, 2022 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, 4:00-5:00 Explore Your Career Choices, 5:00-6:00 How Do I Get Started?, 6:00-7:00 Trailblazers. For more information and to register see the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info Sessions and more or the Opportunities for Girls tab.
Ireland's virtual universities fair is scheduled for Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Join the live chat at anytime, Pacific Time 2 pm to 6 pm. Speak privately with Ireland's best Universities, Colleges and Government officials. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/? Under the Events, Info Sessions and more tab for more information and the registration link.
UVic Virtual Parents Night- Nov 13th - Parent nights are for parents and guardians of high school students, but your students are welcome to join you! In these online events, we'll answer your questions about admission requirements, scholarships and upcoming application deadlines, and offer advice on helping your children successfully transition to life in university. Events are scheduled in Pacific Time. Registration closes two hours before an event. SUNDAY, November 13, 2022 7:00 PM to 9:00 pm. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/ under the Events, Info sessions and more tab to register.
LEARNING TO LEAD™ TRADES | NOVEMBER 25-27, 2022 Minerva's Learning to Lead™ Trades program is for self-identified girls who are looking to gain confidence in their leadership, and are curious to learn about the career prospects in Trades. The 2022 virtual program is being offered on November 25th 6 pm to 8 pm - November 26th 10am to 4 pm - November 27th 10 am to 12 pm. Apply before November 14, 2022. See the Saanich Career Education website at: https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/
Katimavik National Experience is a life-changing experience for young adults to explore Canada, make new friendships, gain valuable experience and contribute to positive change through volunteerism. You will be participating in volunteering for 30 hrs. week - learning about Indigenous peoples in Canada - team building - designing and implementing community projects. See the website for more. Applications are open for the January 2023 cohort which runs from January 11 to June 14, 2023 or July 14 to December 13, 2023. See the Saanich Career Education website at https://careered.sd63.bc.ca/? Under the Volunteer Opportunities tab for more information and the registration link.
Stay Golden . . . and Maroon!