Daily Announcements
March 2nd, 2026
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 – Perogies & Caesar Salad
NEW TODAY
Any grade 9 or 10 students who need assistance with resetting their passwords, please go to the library at Focus and lunch today.
The Sr. Girls soccer team has a meeting at lunch TODAY in Room 302.
The grade 11 & 12 Spring Fling will be on March 12th. Tickets will be on sale around the Social Staircase at lunch this week and next week.
Reminder, the first Track & Field practice will be after school TODAY at the track.
Do you know you could possibly earn an MD on Vancouver Island? We would like to invite students to a special information session for the Island Medical Program, which delivers UBC’s Doctor of Medicine program at the University of Victoria. The event will be co-hosted by Dr. Hannah Carolan, the Assistant Dean of Admissions; current medical learners; and their admissions coordinator. Co-hosts will share details about the program and its admissions process, what it takes to become a doctor, and what it’s like studying medicine on Vancouver Island. This info session will be presented simultaneously on Zoom and in-person at the University of Victoria.
Event Summary
What: UBC Doctor of Medicine / Island Medical Program info session
When: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: On Zoom or in-person at the University of Victoria (MSB 150)
Who: Everyone is welcome to attend, including students, guardians, teachers, and counsellors
RSVP: https://imp.med.ubc.ca/eveninginfosession2026/
Pacific Design Academy – Spring Break Workshops Monday, March 16-Friday, March 20, 2026. These fun workshops are hands-on and designed for students who want to try design, art, media & performance. Learn more and apply here. Summer Program: Hands-On Design Workshops – PDA
Fashion & Interior Design Springboard – Students will explore the industries of interior design and fashion design through hands-on activities with PDA instructors: Perspective drawings with a grid, used for drawing interiors, and a two-part design, make, and customize tote bag project.
This is a one-day event on April 1st from 10 am – 3 pm at Pacific Design Academy, #200 – 8 Bastion Sq.
Grade 10, 11, and 12 students (20 seats available) are welcome to apply and can pick up an application from Ms. Giesbrecht in the career centre. The application must be returned to Ms. Giesbrecht by March 13th.
YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange – Students 16 or 17 years old. Travel with other youths to Quebec and practice your French Skills. Paid full-time summer job and stay with a local host. Your family also must receive a youth participant at home when you are away. Ask questions at info-SWSE@ymcagta.org Summer Youth Exchange 6.3.1 SWSE-Digital-Flyer-EN 2026
Campfire Victoria – is a two-day event Feb. 28 – Mar. 1st at UVic, where 13–18-year-old students make awesome video games and win prizes. Click the link to sign up. https://campfire.hackclub.com/victoria
Study and Go Abroad Fair – Saturday, Feb 28, 1-5 pm at the Pinnacle Hotel. FREE. REGISTER HERE
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The BIPOC Teen Art Residency – At Victoria Art Gallery. Free for teens in grades 10, 11, or 12 who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Colour. This after-school program is a unique opportunity for teens to make contemporary art in workshops facilitated by local BIPOC artists, along with the opportunity to share their voice through podcasts, a published art catalogue of their work and a group exhibition at the Gallery.
The University of Calgary is hosting a special Meet & Greet in Victoria on March 14th, and students are invited to stop by! It’s a great opportunity to ask questions and connect with us directly. You can view the details and register here. Victoria Meet & Greet
International Experience Canada – Government program that offers Canadians (aged 18 – 35) to work and travel abroad in more than 35 partner destinations.
Royal Canadian Navy’s Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMFCB), which is at the Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, is hiring students for their Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP) from July 2 to August 26. This program is available to high school students in grades 11 & 12 who have an interest in working in the unique trades to support repair work to the naval fleet. These civilian positions provide 8 weeks of paid work experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). 2026 Wages – New FSWEP student – $18.69 / Returning FSWEP student – $19.78 – please note the new wages don’t come out until May, so this may increase. Application Packages Can be picked up in the career centre and must be completed in full and submitted by email to, esqfmfapprentices@forces.gc.ca no later than the end of the day 06 April 2026.
Volunteering Opportunities
Make a difference by sharing your time, skills, and enthusiasm.
February 28, 2026 | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Centre of the Universe|5071 W Saanich Road, Victoria, BC
We invite you to attend our volunteer fair and learn about volunteer opportunities at The Centre of the Universe. Bring your resume and enthusiasm, and meet staff and current volunteers from various areas of the organization such as Education Outreach, Birthday Parties, Guest Services, Gift Store, Social Media, IT and more. We are recruiting for Spring and Summer in all areas.
✔ Share your love of science
✔ Build new skills & earn volunteer hours!
✔ Support education & community outreach
Training provided, safe workplace, uniform shirts provided, inclusive and welcoming environment and an opportunity to say “I volunteer at the Centre of the Universe”.
volunteers@centreoftheuniverse.org
Come spend time in nature, learn new skills in an inclusive space, and connect with people of all ages while making a difference! Sunday Mar. 8th from 9:45 am-1 pm
Remove Invasive English Ivy plants from UVic
Meeting location: Alumni Chip Trail entrance at University Dr. (near Cedar Hill X Rd entrance to campus)
More info & sign up HERE or sign up by email: Sara@GreenTeamsCanada.ca
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! All ages, backgrounds, abilities and experience levels are invited. Come for as much time as you’re able. Everyone has something positive to gain from these activities, whether by getting fresh air, exploring the forest, connecting with others in the community, gaining hands-on experience and volunteer hours, enjoying snacks, and so much more!
PISE is excited to announce that the TD Family Sport and Recreation Festival, will take place on Saturday, May 2nd from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at PISE. This is a FREE community event, and we are looking forward to welcoming families from across the region. We are currently seeking student volunteers who are interested in supporting the festival. Interested students should click the link to a Google Form (https://forms.gle/wwDpzrzxxBzN5NU49) to sign up.
Are you a student leader interested in a volunteer opportunity for high school students in community service, event planning, and making a meaningful impact? MS Canada is currently recruiting students to join their volunteer planning committee for their MS Walk in various roles, including Volunteer Coordinator, Route Coordinator, and Promotions Coordinator, as well as Day-of-Event Volunteers. Committee members attend one virtual meeting per month and volunteer in person on event day. The 2026 Victoria MS Walk takes place on Sunday, May 31st.
Students can learn more about each role here:
• Volunteer Coordinator: https://www.charityvillage.com/job/ms-walk-committee-volunteer-coordinator-83342
• Route Coordinator: https://www.charityvillage.com/job/ms-walk-committee-route-coordinator-83340
• Promotions Coordinator: https://www.charityvillage.com/job/ms-walk-committee-promotions-coordinator-83341
Job Opportunities
Oak Bay Monterey Rec Centre is looking for students interested in helping senior women one/one with the use of their cell phones, ipads etc. The student needs to be patient and explain what they are doing rather than simply fixing. See Ms. Giesbrecht if you are interested.
Pedalheads is hiring Instructors for Spring Break bike camps! This is a great opportunity to gain work and leadership experience, build up your resumes, spend time outside, and help kids learn how to bike.
Pedalheads offers programing for kids ages 2-12 where they learn about fundamental bike skills and develop a love for biking!
Camps will be held from March 16-20 and March 23-27 at:
Cedar Hill – Doncaster Elementary (1525 Rowan St, Victoria, BC V8P 1X4)
Oak Bay – Location TBD
Students need to be at minimum 16 years old within the calendar year that they work at camp. The application link can also be found here.
Film Camp in a Box is looking for instructors to work at spring break and summer camps with kids between the ages of 9 – 14 to help make movies. You must have experience in film making and with iMovie or similar editing software. You can email your resume to Bryan at bryan@filmcampinabox.com Here is the link to the website for more information. www.filmcampinabox.com