Daily Announcements
November 26th, 2025
Cafeteria Items:
Monday – Villages Pizza $3 per slice
Tuesday – Sakura Sushi – Veggie Roll ($10), Spicy Tuna ($11), California Roll ($8)
Wednesday – Villages Pizza $3 per slice
Thursday – Panda Island Chinese – Chow Mein, Chicken, and Veggie Options ($9)
Friday – CLOSED
HOT LUNCH – Vegetarian Chili, Cheddar Scones & Raw Vegetables & Dip
NEW TODAY
This winter, we will be having a Lip Sync Music Video competition. Get your friends, team, club, or class together to submit your entry. Prizes will be given out to the top three student videos this holiday season. Student videos must include a minimum of five students, and the video must be at least 90 seconds in length. There are posters around the school for sign-up, or you can come to the office to scan the QR code. Videos will be due Monday, December 15th, and will be aired at the Winter Assembly as we announce our winners.
Grads, reminder, Winter Formal guest forms are due at the office by 12:00 PM on Thursday, November 27th.
We are proud to recognize the 10th anniversary of Sno’uyutth (Snow-why-ith) Welcome Pole at Oak Bay High. This beautiful pole reminds us of the strength of community and the importance of reconciliation. As we celebrate, let’s commit to spreading good energy in our classrooms, hallways, and beyond
A reminder to grade 12s whose name begins with K, & L.A, that your Check-In and Reflection meeting is onThursday at Focus in Room 304.
The Youth Clinic is now on Thursday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00.
There is a book drive happening now until November 28th. Please bring books for the boxes. All proceeds go to Women’s Transition House.
Grade 12s, with last names from S.I.E. to S.Y.K., your Check-In & Reflection meeting is today during Focus in room 219.
The Art & Culture Trip will be selling Pizza on Friday at lunchtime to fundraise for next summer’s trip.
Find a list of UVic upcoming events on the Career Centre website. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
CAREER CENTRE PRESENTATIONS, UNIVERSITY FAIRS & INFO SESSIONS 2025/26
**All sessions are in the Career Centre unless otherwise posted.**
December 2nd – Thompson River University (TRU) @ 12:00 will have a table outside the career centre
December 3rd – Vancouver Island University @ 12:00 booth outside the Career Centre
December 8th – UVic @ 12:00 pm in the library
January 12th – Scholarship Information Evening from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Oak Bay Theatre
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The Senior Theatre Company proudly presents Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice, running on the 17th and 18th of December. Doors open at 6:30, curtain up at 7 pm. $5 for Students and seniors, $10 for Adults. Tickets available online or with cash at the door.
The Interact Club will be running a concession (by donation) during intermission, with the proceeds going to The Victoria Transition House. Cash is preferred, but there will be a machine available, too.
The Swim Team had a great showing at Provincials in Richmond this past weekend, with the final results of 10th in the Mixed Medley relay, 4th in the Mixed Freestyle Relay, and 15th for Rowan Lawlor in 100m IM! Congratulations to the whole team for a very successful season.
Shad 2026 – Are you a Grade 10 or 11 student who loves science, technology, creativity, or solving real-world problems?
Shad is a 27-day summer program where you live on a university campus, explore hands-on STEAM projects, and work with students from across Canada on an exciting design challenge. You’ll visit labs, meet inspiring mentors, build new skills, and become part of a national network of more than 20,000 alumni. If you’re curious, motivated, or looking for something that will set you apart for university and scholarships, Shad is an amazing opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and see what you’re capable of. Drop by and ask questions at the table set up outside the Career Centre at lunch on Nov. 25th.
Explore UVic, November 29 – Explore UVic (on-campus) is the best way for students and parents to experience UVic all in one day. They’ll have a chance to take part in exciting lectures, student panels, tours, information fairs, and more at our biggest event of the year. To register, click here. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Volunteering Opportunities
Greater Victoria Green Team is looking for volunteers for several days in November and December to help improve the environment. You will have an opportunity to plant native species and remove different invasive species. This is the type of volunteering that all students, including international students, can take part in. Please see the link for the dates, details, and the QR code. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
ReStore is looking for volunteers. They have two locations – Victoria ReStore at 721 Vanalman Avenue, and Westshore ReStore at 849 Orono Avenue. Both stores support Habitat Victoria, helping to raise funds for local working families to achieve affordable homeownership in our local communities. ReStores are open 7 days per week, with a particular need for weekend volunteers. Student volunteer shifts are 2-4 hours between 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (11:00 am – 5:00 pm on Sundays). Students are welcome to request specific shifts, and we can be very flexible for the most part. More specifics on this can be discussed at the time of application. They ask that students commit to at least their full 30 hours with us (100 for WEX). On-the-job training is provided. Anyone under 19 years must have a parent/guardian’s permission. 16+ only. Volunteers must be able to work independently, follow directions, and also collaborate with employees and other volunteers. Here’s the link to apply: https://www.habitatvictoria.com/volunteer
ReStore volunteer duties can include, but are not limited to:
- Receiving and sorting donations
- Cleaning and tagging donations
- Merchandising the store floor
- Keeping the store clean and tidy
- Moving furniture and merchandise
- Assisting customers
Job Opportunities