Daily Announcements
February 7th, 2023
Cafeteria Items:
Monday – Ali Baba Pizza – $3.00/slice
Tuesday – OPA Chicken or Falafel Pita Wrap – $8.00
Wednesday – Ali Baba Pizza – $3.00/slice
Thursday – Bon Sushi (Veggie or California Roll) – $6.00
Friday – CLOSED
New Today
Team Planning, Wednesday, February 8th, 2023. Block E starts at 9:55 AM.
The February Creative Writing Contest is now happening. The challenge is to write an 8-line poem with the theme of “Communitcation.” All entries must be received into the Library by 3:30 PM on Wednesday, February 22nd.
SR GIRLS SOCCER: Tryouts start Thursday Feb 9 after school. Please see Mrs Horton or Mrs McKinty if you have any questions.
Jr girls soccer tryouts TODAY after school on the turf.
Signup for Ultimate frisbee will be in the small gym TODAY from 12:00-12:20. If you cannot make it, please have someone else sign you up. New players are welcome.
Attention Tennis Fans. The 2023 tennis team meeting will be TOMORROW at LUNCH in room 309. First Tryout is Feb 9th at 7:55 in four court bubble. Please join the google classroom at 7gjo3ad. A shedule for tryouts and practices will be shared at a later date in google classroom.
Interior Design and Fashion Design, one day Springboard on the Pro-D-Day Friday Feb. 17th. To sign up please pick up an application in the Career Centre from Ms. Giesbrecht. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the industry through hands-on activities. Applications are due back to Ms. Giesbrecht by Friday February 10th.
UVic Self-Reporting is open from Feb. 15th to March 15th. There will be a UVic Self-Reporting information session in the theatre for all grade 12’s who have applied to UVic on Feb. 14 during focus block.
Minerva BC is now accepting applications for the Spring 2023 cohort of Learning to LeadTM! This program is a unique opportunity for self-identified girls in Grades 10 – 12 to increase their confidence and realize their leadership potential while creating a network who will support them along their educational and career journeys. Participants develop their confidence through workshops that identify their key strengths and core values. They leave the program with greater self-awareness, and the inspiration to take on new challenges and opportunities. For more information and how to apply please click https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Have you already completed Calc 12? tspray is looking for math12 Calc 12 TAs. Come and make a difference and take your understanding to the next level.
Have you finished a math course at Oakbay. The math department needs your help. We are looking for students who want to make a differenc in our school to support learning in our clasrooms. Please see your past math teache for details OR come and see tspray in 309 and we will set it up. You can TA for credit, volunteer hours, a reference letter or becuase it is just plain rewarding. The TA program is very flexible and can work around your skills and interests.
Explorations in Technology Camosun Course (TEAC 105) Applications are now open for September 2023 and January 2024. Earn extra credits while exploring civil engineering, electronics, mechanical engineering and computer science through inquiry, problem solving and project-based learning. The course runs Friday’s from 3pm – 6pm at Interurban Campus and is open to students in Gr. 10-12. Students are responsible for paying the application fee but not for the course. Grade 9’s can apply now to take this course in during their grade 10 year. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/teac-105-explorations-in-technology.html Applications can be picked up in the Career Centre from Ms. Giesbrecht.
Previous Announcements
Evans Caddy Scholarship Program – ATTENTION GRADE 9’S – The Victoria Golf Club (VGC) is looking for enthusiastic students to become part of the Evans Caddie Program. No golf or caddie experience is required! In this unique program, teens are paid to caddie as their summer job. In the fall of Grade 12 caddies become eligible to apply for the Evans Caddie Scholarship, a full housing and tuition scholarship to a selected U.S. university. Strong academic performance (A’s and B’s) is required to compete for the scholarship. Families must demonstrate financial need to apply. The minimum age for application is 14, although 13-year-olds will be considered in special circumstances. Applications are due before February 28. Note that youth need to be able to get to and from the Victoria Golf Club located at 1110 Beach Drive. Applications and videos describing the program are available on the https://www.victoriagolf.com/evans-scholars-foundation
Grade 11 or 12 students interested in Plumbing, Sprinkler fitting or Steam/Pipefitting may want to consider the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 324 Youth Employment Program which begins this summer. To apply see Ms. Giesbrecht for an application.
If you would like to see the Career Trek BC short video on the different trades please go to the Career Centre website. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/trades.html
Volunteering Opportunities
Camp Thunderbird is looking to hire 16 Volunteer Program Assistants. The position runs from June 24 until the end of August. For more information on the responsibilities and qualifications go to the Career Centre website at https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer Your cover letter and resume can be emailed to hr@vancouverislandy.ca
Please Note:
1. Application Deadline: This posting will close when suitable candidates have been found.
2. Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position.
3. We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Opportunities
Do you like architecture and design? Do you like working with children? Petit Architect is hiring Assistants to join their Instructional team. The position pays $16/hr and is an opportunity for students to gain experience in group facilitation, STEAM-based programming, and working with youth. Please click the link for more information. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
District of Saanich – Looking for staff to work Spring Break Camps at Cedar Hill Rec. Centre, Gordon Head Middle School, Pearkes Rec. Centre, Royal Oak Middle School, and Saanich Commonwealth Place. Spring Break Camps run from March 20-24 and March 27-31 with hours varying between 8:15am-4:15pm. Camp ages range from 5.5yrs (currently in Kindergarten) to 12yrs and we are offering general camps, kids cooking, and crafty/art camps. Postings close on Monday, February 6 at 11:45pm.
Program Assistant – Spring Break Camps | District of Saanich
Program Leader I – Spring Break Camps | District of Saanich
Program Leader I (Inclusion) – Spring Break Camps | District of Saanich
The Fairmont Empress is hiring in many different areas of the hotel. Please see the link to get more information on positions and how to apply. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
Ali Baba Pizza at 775 Fort St. downtown is hiring for part time cooking and delivery positions.
Delivery pays $16 per hour plus $3.50 per delivery plus tips (averaging $25 per hour). Own car required.
Cooking starts at $17 per hour plus tips.
Please email your resume to Mark Murr at Ali Baba Pizza. mark@alibabapizza.ca or drop it off at 775 Fort St.
Camp Thunderbird is hiring Counsellors. Positions available are:
Counsellor
Out-Trip Counsellor
One-on-One Support Counsellor
Leadership Development Counsellor
This placement is from June until Sept. 1st.
For more information on the responsibilities, qualifications and wages go to the Career Centre website at https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer Your cover letter and resume can be emailed to hr@vancouverislandy.ca
Please Note:
1. Application Deadline: This posting will close when suitable candidates have been found.
2. Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position.
3. We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
SMUS would like to let the students at Oak Bay High to know about an exciting work opportunity at St. Michaels University School this Spring 2023. Our team here at SMUS Camps is preparing to welcome 3 international ELL groups to our campus, on the following dates:
March 20-24
March 21-29 (excluding weekends)
March 24-28 (excluding weekends)
We are in search of hiring 50+ local students from grades 9-12, to work and/or volunteer as Cultural Ambassadors. For more information and how to apply go to see Ms. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre or click the link. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
The Butchart Gardens is having a Job Fair on Thursday February 9th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. They offer competitive wages and are recruiting for spring and summer employment in most departments. Representatives will be available to answer your questions and accept your resume. Exclusive gate opening complimentary admission but no garden access. 800 Benvenuto Ave. Brentwood Bay BC. If you are unable to make the Job Fair please see the the link on how you can apply. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer