Daily Announcements
November 8th, 2018
- CAFETERIA – Gourmet Hot Dogs
- NUTTY’S LOCKER – CLOSED
NEW TODAY
Thursday, November 8th – Team Planning – No Block C
- STUDY HALL – Library and Cafeteria
- 8:25 – 9:21 – Team Planning
- 9:26- 10:22 – Block H
- 10:27 – 11:07 – Focus Block
- 11:12 – 12:08 – Block A
- 12:08 – 12:56 – LUNCH
- 1:01 -1:57 – Block B
- 2:03 – 2:59 – Block D
There will be a mandatory AMP meeting TODAY during focus in room 305. This is for all students who are completing math classes faster. Please bring your current materials. If you need to work on other courses, please bring that as well. It is not too late to join AMP. ALL are welcome. Please bring any questions you might have regarding the program.
Congratulations to the Sr. Boys Volleyball team for an upset win over Claremont last night in the City Championships. 25-23, 22-25, 18-16. The Barbers were down 12-14 in the third set before clutching up for a big dub. Thanks from the players to friends & family and Oak Bay students for their loud support. 11th Lower Island Championship in the past 13 years.
Congratulations to Oak Bay’s Competitive Field Hockey Team for winning the May Tully Shield on Monday night at UVic. Following an undefeated 7-0-0 season, AAA Champs Oak Bay beat AA leaders SMUS 5-0 to become Lower Island champions. Oak Bay last won the Shield in 2012. The team, coached by Milena Gaiga and Kira Starr, also placed second at Islands last week after a tough battle against Cowichan on Friday. They are headed to Vancouver next week to represent Oak Bay at BC Championships. Way to go, ladies!
All International students in grade 11 & 12 that are here to graduate have a MANDATORY International University Fair at Uplands on November 14th. Please pick up a “What Will I Miss” form from room 202.
Grade 12 Survivor will be on November 13th in the big gym. Sign up in groups of 3 outside the office. The theme is green and white.
Grade 11 Survivor game will be held in the big gym on November 14th at lunch. Sign-up sheet is located outside the office and in room 202. Winners will be granted prizes. Please sign up and have fun!
Ski/Snowboard Team –Our next meeting is on Thursday, November 15th at lunch in the Black Box. See you then!
AMP or Out of the Timetable Math class. Would you like to challenge your math class, complete your math class faster or complete 2 math classes in one year or do your math outside of class time with support? come see tspray in room 309. Please sign up here
Previous Announcements
Cst Perry has set up a questions/concerns box at the table in the counsellor center. Please feel free to forward any questions/concerns to Cst Perry in this manner or email her at sperry@oakbaypolice.org . Starting in November Cst Perry will be posting her office time at OB High through the morning announcements. She encourages everyone to come by to see her about any questions they may have or just even to chat.
A Soldier For A Day in BC – is a grade 10 to 12 interactive, one day seminar to introduce students and parents to the paid volunteer community service opportunities offered by your BC Army Reserve. Saturday November 17 from 9:30am to 4:00 pm at LGen E. C. Ashton Armoury – 724 Vanalman Ave.
Applications for SHAD 2019 are officially open and due by November 19.
A quick refresher on SHAD:
High potential students spend July living at a university while engaging in hands-on learning in STEAM & Entrepreneurship.
SHAD looks for grade 10, 11 or 12 students who are: involved in their communities, creative & keen learners
A range of bursaries are available, ensuring the program is accessible to students with demonstrated financial need. Last year, we awarded over one million dollars in bursaries and scholarships. The cost of the program should not be the reason a student does not apply! See Mrs. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre if you have any questions.
Grade 11 and 12’s are welcome to attend the university presentations in the Career Centre over the next couple of months. Check the link below frequently for dates and times as they are subject to change. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q9G6IGT3LQ8SZhoi3560vMWAZqXAb_rmJGIwmJIb2io/edit?ts=5b96d1ec
Job Opportunities
https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/work–volunteer
Volunteering
Festival of Trees Event Set Up Volunteers – 1150 Douglas St.
There are many positions available such as:
• Tree assemblers
• Tree movers – help us place the trees according to the map
• Placing signage in designated areas
• Assembling tables, chairs, etc.
Please click this link to see how to get involved
https://victoria.volunteerattract.com/report.php?ListType=Volunteer_Positions_Youth&ID=1653&MenuItemID=20
Deck the Halls! Nov. 14th 3:30 – 9:00pm at The Bay Centre
Details:
– Wednesday, November 14, 2018 3:30 pm –9:00pm (or a portion of)
– The Bay Centre – 1150 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
– There are many positions available such as:
Registration Desk
Prize Distribution
Greeters
Event Set Up – tables, chairs, etc.
Gaming
https://victoria.volunteerattract.com/report.php?ListType=Volunteer_Positions_Youth&ID=2167&MenuItemID=20
Youth volunteer opportunities available to students.
https://victoria.volunteerattract.com/Listings.php?ListType=Volunteer_Positions_Youth&MenuItemID=20
Volunteers needed…World Accordion & Tango Festival – Nov 10-16, 2018. For more information on how you can help please check the website at www.watf.ca and apply to j.milojevic1@yahoo.com