Daily Announcements
May 2nd, 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
The May Creative Writing Contest is now underway. The challenge is to explain in a descriptive paragraph what community means to you. All entries must be submitted to the Library by Wednesday, May 24th.
Carpentry Opportunity – Plan A Summer Youth Employment Program provides paid work experience to students interested in a career in carpentry. Students can earn up to 16 credits towards their high school diploma. You also receive apprentice training and opportunities for advancement and support towards the cost of tuition in moving forward with your Level 1 technical training. The program will be offered in July and August. Applications can be picked up in the Career Centre and are due in to Ms. Giesbrecht no later than 3pm on May 15th.
Previous Announcements
Just a reminder to all students who drive to school. Please be mindful that the parking lots located at the front of the school and the rear of the school, by the gymnasium, are for staff only. Student parking is adjacent the track, at the end of Goldsmith Ave. Please also remember to obey speed limits while in the proximity of the school as we have been receiving complaints from our neighbors. Thank-you!
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteer at Summer Soccer Camps.
The Royal Soccer Club, a registered non-profit community organization, is proud to host their 31st annual popular grassroots summer soccer day camps. The program is designed to promote personal development, team building and of course, FUN! Offering full day and morning sessions to all children aged 5 to 13, the program runs all weeks in July and August. Site details available by clicking here or visiting the Find a Location page on our website at royalsoccerclub.com. To register or for more information, visit royalsoccerclub.com or call 1-800-427-0536.
Victor School Peer Program is a new opportunity for grade 10-12 students to volunteer to create meaningful relationships with neurodivergent peers. Volunteers would enjoy playing sports/games, reading and creating arts and crafts. A commitment of one semester for 2 – 8 hours monthly depending on the students’ and Victor Schools’ availability. School hours are 8:45 – 2:30pm. They are open to visits 8:30 – 10:00, 10:30 – 12:00 and 1:00 – 2:00 any day of the week. Please drop by the career center or email Mr. Alexander (salexander@sd61.bc.ca) or Mrs. Giesbrecht (sgiesbrecht@sd61.bc.ca) at Oak Bay High School for more information and to be connected with Victor School. For complete details on the program please go to: https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
Island Health’s Step Up Youth Volunteer program is back and recruiting for Fall 2023!
- This unique program is designed for youth 15-18 years of age who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.
- The program runs from September – April (applicants must turn 15 prior to the start of the program).
- Commitment is typically one 2-hour shift per week, after school or on weekends (site dependent).
- The volunteer role is centered on providing social engagement support to patients and residents. Additional duties vary by location.
- NEW** Volunteers hear from a variety of guest speakers, learn about different careers in healthcare, and may work on small projects together.
- Application opens April 1st and closes July 15th 2023
- 4 locations will be available in Victoria for the 2023-24: Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria General Hospital, The Summit Long Term Care, and Saanich Peninsula Hospital.
The application is competitive and involves a 10-15 minute interview. Interview questions are provided ahead of time so students can prepare. We anticipate to have approximately 50-70 new seats open across all Victoria locations for the 2023-2024 year. Step Up Youth will have a booth at SD61’s April 27th Career Fair. For more information click this link. https://www.islandhealth.ca/volunteer-resources/volunteer-opportunities/step-youth-program
Job Opportunities
Cold Comfort is hiring. They are looking for a part-time to full-time production baker. $20/hour min. plus tip pool. Benefits after 3 months. Baking experience preferred but not required. Please bring in your cover letter and resume to #2 -1115 North Park Street or email it to: admin@coldcomfor.ca
The Willows Beach Tearoom is hiring. If you would like to apply please see Ms. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre for more information. You must by 15 years old to apply.
Exciting news! We’re hiring teens again for our TeenToks Virtual Internship running June 26th – July 28th, 2023.
The rest of the details remain the same. Teens can apply here! This year, we’re hiring for content creation and marketing internship positions. If you’re a teen or know a teen who is passionate about mental health, has a knack for digital creation, and wants some real-life work experience, then this internship is for you!
To keep it simple and centralized, all of your questions about job descriptions, dates, times, pay rate, eligibility, etc. are answered on the application. https://teentoks.com/2023-internship/