Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
The
Kwaliku
m
ReportPrincipal: Mr. Jesse WitteVice Principal: Mr. Don BoldWebsite: http://kss.sd69.bc.ca Email: [email protected]
Visit the K.S.S. website for an up-to-date calendar of events.
Principal: Mr. Jesse WitteVice Principal: Mr. Don BoldWebsite: http://kss.sd69.bc.ca Email: [email protected]
Visit the K.S.S. website for an up-to-date calendar of events.
This week at
May 18-22 , 2015
Kwalikum Secondary School
Report CardsWere issued on
Tuesday, April 28th Please pick yours up in the office if you
have not already done so
5
Calendar Dates
May 30 Prom/Dry GradJune 2 Year End Music ConcertJune 8 Honours Society BanquetJune 9 Athletics Banquet @ 3:30pmJune 16 Last day of classes prior to examsJune 17-24 Provincial and Internal ExamsJune 24 Awards Ceremony – 6:30pm in the KSS GymJune 25 Graduation Commencement Ceremony – 3:30pm in the KSS GymJune 26 Report Cards Available for pickup 8:00-3:00 from June 26-July 3
Yearbook orders are now being taken.The cost is $45 each. There are less than 100 books left, so first come, first served! Please see Mr. Craven in the Band Room
YEARBOOKORDERS
PAC InformationDates to remember: PAC: Meets first Tuesday of the month in the library at 7pm: January 5DPAC: Meets last Wednesday of the month, 7pm at QBES: No meeting in December Schoolboard: Meets last Tuesday of the month, 7pm - Forum PCTC December 9 Contact us: Executive Members Elaine Lindstrom Chair [email protected] Therese Lowe Vice-Chair [email protected] Angie Wiersma Treasurer [email protected] Tisha Scoffings Secretary [email protected]
Drama Club Coffeehouse
May 22nd at 7:30pm in the drama room. It's free (by donation) and will feature skits, music performances and readings.
Come and check it out!!
The Drama Club is holding a Coffeehouse on
The Waterloo Mathematics contests for each grade were written recently. The top marks for KSS students were: Gr. 12 Juncheng Guo Gr. 11 Spencer Carlyle Gr. 10 Jasmin Ford Gr. 9 Alex Hunter Gr. 8 Taylor Lee
Any student who wishes to have help in English or Social Studies may come to room 115 at lunchtime any day of the week. Mrs. Worthen will help with essay construction, research or any homework assignments.
Chinatown Fieldtrip for Foods Students
When: Thurs., May 21Cost: $40Includes: Walking Tour, Chinese Tea Ceremony, Treasure Hunt, DIM SUMLimited Seats: First come/First servedSee Ms. Rasa for Permission Form
Bard on the Beach Field Trip
Students: here is a magnificent opportunity to see a Shakespearean play the way it was meant to be seen--by live performance. The English department and the PAC have grouped together to provide an opportunity for students to see the play, Comedy of Errors, at the Bard on the Beach Festival in Vancouver this coming June. If you would like to join this field trip, you must see Ms. Worthen. There is a limited number of tickets, so you must act quickly and get in the permission slips asap.
Morning Coffee is now available!!
The KSS Grads are offering coffee at the top of the ramp from 8-8:30 am on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays.
$2.00 a cup
(-0.25 cents if you bring your own cup)
Host an International Student in Qualicum Beach!
The Qualicum International Student Program is currently looking for families in Qualicum Beach to host international high school students.
If your family can provide:- A warm and welcoming home environment- Three meals per day- A private bedroom with a Bed, Desk, Lamp, Closet and a Window- A criminal record check from the RCMP for all residents 19 and over
Then hosting a student will offer you:- The opportunity to make new friends from around the world.- An exciting cultural experience to share with your family!- The chance to enrich the life of an international student!!
There is financially compensation to cover the costs of hosting an international student. If you are interested in hosting an international student, contact Sandie or Jenny at the ISP Office at 250.951.0857, or email us at [email protected]
Grad News
July & August Various Dates
Students can register for a Summer Warm-Up Session and beat the line-ups for student cards, gym memberships, parking passes, and more. viu.ca/newstudents/summerWarmUp.asp
September 3rd Rock the VIU: New Student Orientation. A fun day of activities where
students get connected with each other, faculty, and service & support services on campus. International students are also required to register and attend International Student Welcome on Friday, September 4th from 9am - 1pm. Registration can be completed at the same time as registration for Rock the VIU. Students can register at viu.ca/orientation
Ongoing Ready, Set, Go- Launchpad for Success @VIU. An interactive online site designed to help students successfully register for classes and transition to life as a university student: learningmatters.viu.ca/topic/launchpad-to-sucess-at-VIU
Students can also be in touch with a VIU Student Ambassador if they have any
questions whatsoever. Student Ambassadors can be reached by email at
Attention Grade 12’s that are attending VIU in the fall: Registration is now open for all activities!
Grad Calendar of EventsMay 29th- Dry Grad Change of Clothing drop off 7:45-9am or 2:45-5pm ( NO bags accepted day of prom ) May 30th – Grad Parade & Dry Grad Prom @ Civic CenterMay 31st - Clean Up Crew @ Civic Center 3:00 pmJune 25th – Commencement CeremonyQuestions or to volunteer:Fashion Show - Cindyjo Darbyshire [email protected] Marshall - Co chair [email protected] Babiuk - Co chair [email protected] 250.752.9807
Parents of 2015 Graduates: Congratulations for having a student that will graduate this year. A lot of work has gone into getting them to their final year. We would like to introduce you to your KSS Dry Grad executive for the year: Co-Chair: Nancy Marshall [email protected]/250-752-7522Co-Chair: Leah Babiuk [email protected]/ 250-752-9807Secretary: Theressa Osborne [email protected]: Angie WiersmaFashion Show: Cindyjo Darbyshire [email protected]/Entertainment: Mimi Schewchuk [email protected]/Entertainment: Carina VauseCo-Decorating: Carolyn LawsonFundraising: Leona MatteSecurity: Don Marshall We are looking for someone to be in charge of the silent auction and prizes, and someone to be in charge of the grad parade. You don’t have to have a student graduating to help out. All are welcome. We are getting things in order and will keep in contact on a regular basis via the school newsletter, Facebook on KSS 2015 Grad Parent and parent email. Upcoming events:TBA
We look forward to a wonderful year of planning and working with you to give our grads the send-off that they all deserve.
Please note we will have a meeting for all grad parent volunteers that have offered to help out, Wednesday May 27th at 7:00 pm @ KSS Multi Purpose Room.
GRAD PARENT MEETING
22
You may be planning to attend these activities with another KSS grad in
which case both of you must complete a request form. Forms are due back in
the office now. If your guest is not a grad, the $65 guest fee must also be
paid asap
Prom & Dry Grad Guest Application Forms are available in the office.
23
Grad Parade Registration forms are available in the
office and need to becompleted and returned to
the office asap
24
Parent Release Form for Dry Grad Activities
and Permission to Leave Early
from Prom/Dry Grad
Forms are available in the office and due back , signed by a parent, ASAP
as they are now overdue
25
Grad Pancake Breakfast!!
As our way of saying “Congratulations!” and “Well done!” St. Stephen’s is once again hosting the annual (morning af ter prom) Grad Pancake Breakfast. Come as you are! Sunday May 31st f rom 6 to 8 a.m. 150 Village Way (the red church just up the road f rom KSS) All 2015 Grads and Prom guests, designated drivers and parents/ caregivers are welcome!
JOB OPPORTUNITYOceanside Building Learning Together Society Summer Student Terms:Monday – Thursday - 30 hours per week Start date: Monday, May 4, 2015Job Description:Work cooperatively with Building Learning Together (BLT) staff and volunteers to provide play based early learning programs to children aged 0-6 and their families. Work in our spring and summer programs (Munchkinland, Storybook Village, and Mother Goose and Friends) and be able to promote all BLT programs and projects. Work in collaboration with community partners and agencies. May work with manager on a variety of other early learning projects.Job Requirements:
Ability to work effectively with a variety of parents, caregivers, children, professionals and community membersClear knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learningGood organizational and planning skillsKnowledge of the socio-economic characteristics of this communityComputer and digital knowledge Excellent communication skills and collaborative in natureTeam player but able to be independentFlexible, adaptableAdditional Information:Current RCMP Record Check is a hiring requirement.Current First Aid certificate an asset.Must be eligible for the Canada Summer Jobs Initiative:Student must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employmentStudent must have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year Student must be a Canadian citizen and a permanent residentStudent must be legally entitled to work in CanadaHow to apply:Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]
LOOKING FOR SUMMER WORK?
Several local businesses are in need of housekeepers:
Shorewater Resort (contact [email protected], attention Angela)
• The Shorewater is also looking for a maintenance person who can occasionally cover the front desk
Sand Pebbles Inn
Travel Lodge in Parksville
Interested in the Trades?
This is a great opportunity for students to gain certificates and learn more about careers in the trades!
Exciting Field Trip Opportunity for Students!!!
AQUACULTURE CANADAOM 2015 CONFERENCE“BLUE REVOLUTION 2.0”
AS CONSUMPTION OF FARMED SEAFOOD SURPASSES THAT OF CAPTURED WILD SEAFOOD FOR THE FIRST TIME IN GLOBAL HISTORY, AND WE LOOK TO FEED A POPULATION THAT IS ESTIMATED TO EXCEED 9 BILLION PEOPLE BY 2050. “BLUE REVOLUTION 2.0”, THE THEME OF THIS YEAR’S CONFERENCE, IS THE NEXT GENERATION OF CANADA’S AQUACULTURE REVOLUTION.
JUNE 2, 2015 (9:00AM – 2:30PM)VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY (VIU) AQUACULTURE RESEARCH FACILITY AND THE VANCOUVER ISLAND CONFERENCE CENTRE
9:00am: Bus picks you up from your school9:45am – 10:15am: Arrive at VIU:
Welcome, Introduction to Aquaculture and
Video Contest Criteria
10:15am - 11:15am: Tour at Vancouver Island University (3 stations)11:30am – 12:00pm: Bus takes you back to Conference Centre12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch and Free Time at the Conference1:00pm – 2:00pm: Careers Session2:00pm – 2:15pm: Closing Remarks, Review Video Expectations, Q&A2:20pm: Bus takes you back to your school
SHAPE OF THE DAY:
Please come to the Career Centre for field trip permission forms. This opportunity is available to all students!
FOOD SAFE BASICWhen: Weds and Thurs May 20 & 21, 2015 Please see Ms. Andersen in theCareer Centre
