Daily Announcements
December 12th, 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 – Braised Beef Stew, Roasted Potatoes & Green Salad
NEW TODAY
Today will be the last day Interact Club will be selling Candy Cane Grams at lunch in front of the social stairs for the women’s transition house: $1.00 each
We will be having our final Indigenous lunch gathering on Tuesday, December 16th, in Room 215! See you at lunchtime.
If you would like to participate in the Polar Bear Swim on Friday, December 19th, please come to the office to pick up a Field Trip form. Please return the completed form to the office by Wednesday, December 17th.
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.
Grade 11 students can now apply for U of Alberta Getaway 2026 at our Augustana Campus in Camrose!
Their adventure will include transportation reimbursement*, accommodations, meals, and a jam-packed schedule of events. They will become familiar with campus, learn about our programs, experience what sets U of A student life apart, and meet other amazing students from across Canada. Plus, we’ll give them a taste of the city surrounding the campus.
AUGUSTANA CAMPUS
When: May 22-24, 2026
Where: University of Alberta, Camrose, AB
Who: 20 Grade 11 Students from Across Canada
Students must apply on our U of A Getaway web page by January 31, 2026
*Up to a maximum based on location
The BC Civic Connect program empowers youth with the knowledge and skills to get involved and make a difference in their communities. This workshop will give youth practical tools and real-world insight on how to raise their voices and make change in their communities. Our speaker, Troy DeSouza, is a nationally recognized B.C. lawyer with 28 years of experience advising local governments.
Workshop Details (ad attached – click here to sign up):
Become the Change You Need! Discover How Local Issues Shape Government Priorities
Date: December 16, 2025
Time: 6 to 8 pm
Location: VIRCS office, 1004 North Park St, Victoria BC
Food and refreshments will be provided 🍕🥤
This holiday season, Oak Bay High School is collecting non-perishable food items and cash to support families in our community with holiday hampers. If you are able to support, please bring nonperishable food items or cash to your A block class for collection. We will be running the food and cash drive until Friday, December 12. Thank you, everyone, for your contributions.
CAREER CENTRE PRESENTATIONS, UNIVERSITY FAIRS & INFO SESSIONS 2025/26
**All sessions are in the Career Centre unless otherwise posted.**
December 16th – UVic in the Library at lunch
January 12th – Scholarship Information Evening from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Oak Bay Theatre
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The UBC MD Admissions Office has opened registration for the MD Outreach Youth Mentorship Program.
This program connects high school students with UBC medical students to learn more about university life, self-care, and the application process for UBC medical school. If you are interested, you can sign up using the link below. I’ve also attached the program brochure for additional details: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cTsW47ErtAzYAyW. If you have any questions about the program, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ms. Giesbrecht.
Are you interested in a degree and a career that helps solve the most pressing environmental challenges society faces? The Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, is hosting monthly information sessions on January 13, February 12, and March 12.
Program areas include: resource conservation, wildlife and fisheries management, energy and climate solutions, chemical engineering, sustainable cities, innovative bio-products, indigenous land stewardship and forest management. Students can register here. (sessions are online via zoom)
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