Daily Announcements
October 18th, 2023
Cafeteria Items:
Monday – Villages Pizza $3 a slice
Tuesday – Opa Wraps $8
Wednesday – Villages Pizza $3 a slice
Thursday – Panda Island Chow Mein $8
Friday – CLOSED
New Today
Badminton Club will run at lunch TODAY.
Mocha Coffees will be for sale in the cafeteria at lunch time
Good luck to the Cross-Country team who competes in their island zone championships this afternoon at Beaver Lake!!!
Today at lunch, Halloween Dance early bird tickets will be up for sale in front of the Cafeteria! They are selling for $10 today and tomorrow, so make sure you come down this week.
Senior Girls Basketball tryouts will be Thursday, Oct 19 at 6:30 pm in Small Gym and Friday October 20 at 10 AM. Grades 10-12 are welcome to attend. It is mandatory to attend at least one, both is preferable. For questions, contact Coach Dean Fortin.
Tennis Team Try-outs – Anyone interested in playing for the Oak Bay Tennis team this year, there is a mandatory meeting TODAY at the start of lunch in 309. ( 10 minutes)
For anyone who is currently doing AMP 9-12 or is thinking about it, there is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday during focus in 309 to introduce the digital portfolio, financial literacy and Math appreciation projects
Gwaii Engineering is an Indigenous Civil and Environmental Engineering firm who would like to offer day-long shadow opportunities to SD61 students. Gwaii would like to offer this opportunity to equity deserving groups in the engineering career pathway, such as women and Indigenous students. They are offering one position each month to a student of choice who applies to the program, starting in Nov. It will be a day-long job shadow from 8:30am to 4:30pm offering the opportunity to see what it’s like to be an engineering company. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/springboards—special-one-day-opportunities.html Drop your application off with Ms. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre
Virtual opportunity created by the Orthopaedic Surgery Department at BC Children’s Hospital and UBC:
Women In Orthopaedics (WORTH)– Virtual Workshop on Saturday, October 28th, from 9 am to 12 pm PT.
This workshop is open to all young women in high schools (grades 10-12), including women-identifying individuals and non-binary and gender non-conforming students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare and engineering, specifically in orthopaedics. We aim to provide more insight and clarity on careers particularly in the areas of orthopaedics and engineering.
Check out our website for details of the program and upcoming workshop(s): https://orthopaedics.med.ubc.ca/women-in-orthopaedics/. Please submit an application for virtual attendance here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_abhn7MnakEB2svA The deadline to submit an application is Monday, October 23rd.
Previous Announcements
Information Session: Digital Production, Writing and Design | Digital Communication | Comics & Graphic Novels
When: Oct. 25, 2023 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Where: Camosun College, Lansdowne Campus, Young Building 317
School: School of Arts and Science
For details see the Career Centre website: https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
“Water is Life” Netherlands Exchange program
● To develop practical scientific field research & presentation skills
● To develop friendships and experience Dutch culture through an exchange with Maurick College in the Netherlands
Interested in the Water is Life Program and want to hear more?
Student & Parent/Guardian Meeting – Room 233 at 7 pm on Wednesday Oct 18th
Have any questions? See Mr. Shrubsole in room 233
Health Information Science (Virtual) Open House
When: Wednesday, October 18th 2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm PST
Where: Zoom link
Meeting ID: 820 0240 5300
Password: 835214
Learn about the amazing career and academic opportunities in digital health! The School of Health Information Science offers:
Bachelor of Science in Health Information Science
Bachelor of Science Combined Major in Computer Science and Health Information Science
MSc in Health Informatics
Double Degree – MSc of Nursing and MSc of Health Informatics
PhD in Health Informatics
Graduate Certificate in Health Terminology Standards
Professional Certificate in Health Terminology Standards
UVIC AND CAMOSUN POST-SECONDARY INFORMATION EVEING – OCT. 24TH IN THE OAK BAY THEATRE
Oak Bay would like to invite you to join the annual UVic and Camosun College Information Evening on October 24th from 7:00pm-8:00pm in our theatre. This event provides an opportunity for students and parents to learn about the programs offered, scholarships, admissions, application process and speak with representatives. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events If you have any questions about the evening please contact Ms. Giesbrecht at sgiesbrecht@sd61.bc.ca
Have you ever thought of becoming a pilot or working in the aviation industry? Greater Victoria School District & Mt. Doug run a one semester program each year from September to January. All of the specific details can be found here. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/aviation.html There will be an information session coming up in late Nov. so please keep checking the announcements. If you have any questions in the meantime please speak to Ms. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre.
UNIVERSITY FAIRS & INFO SESSIONS Fall 2023
Oct. 18th – Queens University 12:15pm – 1:00pm in the Career Centre
Oct. 23rd – University of Alberta @ lunch in the Career Centre
Oct. 24th – Post Secondary Evening with UVic and Camosun @ 7:00pm in the theatre
Oct. 30th – Toronto Metropolitan University (Zoom) session in the Career Centre @ lunch
Nov. 2nd – UVic Gustavson School of Business @ lunch in the Career Centre
Nov. 2nd – UBC Okanagan @ 6:30-7:30 in the Oak Bay Theatre Registration is available at the link.
Nov. 14th – University of Calgary @ lunch in the Career Centre
Nov. 20th – York University Info Session by Zoom – the link to register for the info session at 5pm PST:
https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJctdeyqqTMrGtYA4fMZIkYb19QpOy2HzZGO
Nov. 22nd – Post-Secondary Institutions Fair @ Reynold Secondary – 6:30-8:30pm
Nov. 27th – Mt. Doug Aviation Info meeting @ Mt. Doug – 11:22-12:10pm in their Career Centre (See Ms. Giesbrecht to sign up)
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA OKANAGAN INFORMATION SESSION – NOV. 2ND
Join UBCO in our theatre on Nov. 2nd from 6:30 to 7:30pm. Students and parents will hear about the academic experience, application process and have the opportunity to ask the UBC Advisors questions. Registration is encouraged but not required. https://account.you.ubc.ca/s/event-details?eventId=a0lJQ000001o5ITYAY
POST SECONDARY INSTITUTES BC FALL INFORMATION FAIR – NOV. 22ND @ REYNOLDS SECONDARY
Oak Bay students and parents are invited to the PSIBC at Reynolds Secondary on Wednesday November 22nd from 6:30 – 8:30pm. Spend the first hour attending two half hour information sessions listening to your top choices and then attend the Mini Fair for the second hour. For a list of the 14 institutions attending the fair please see the Career Centre website. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Announcing Police Camp 2024 – Spring Break, March 16-23, 2024
Please see the Career Centre website for detailed information and pick up an application from Ms. Giesbrecht in the Career Centre. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Sailor for a Day – A Pro D Day Event for Students – October 20th from 8-4 pm at Chief Petty Officers Mess
Spend the day with the Navy in Esquimalt – meet sailors, try activities, and watch demonstrations. Details can also be found of the Career Centre website. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Grades 10-12 Activities 8-4 pm
AM – Introduction to Naval Warfare Officer training -including demonstrations of navigation and Officer of the Watch Maneuvers, including bridge simulator and virtual reality. Practical navigation training in small boats. Bus transfers to locations.
Lunch provided on board HMCS Regina. Bus transfer to ship.
PM – tour of HMCS Regina, a Canadian Patrol Frigate (CPF), a tour of HMCS Cornerbrook, a long-range hunter-killer submarine (SSK), a tour of Fleet Maintenance Facility; meet sailors and learn about their jobs. Walk to pick-up location.
4-4:30 – optional for all – 30-minute recruiting presentation at drop off/pick up location 1575 Lyall Street, Victoria (Chief and Petty Officer’s mess).
Bring your parent!
Grades 8-9 Activities from 8-4pm (bring change of clothes)
AM – walk to HMCS Regina – activities: ship’s tour, learn what sailors do in their jobs, watch demonstration of a small boat attack, and casualty clearing (first aid), try firefighting, escape drills and knot tying.
Lunch provided on board HMCS Regina (food sensitivities, please bring your own lunch. Please indicate any life threatening allergies when submitting the waivers).
PM – small boat transfer to engage in interactive firefighting and damage control demonstration at the Colwood facility (bring change of clothes), there will be a demonstration of bomb disposal, and there will be static displays of diving equipment, including a diving recompression chamber. Bus transfer back to Esquimalt.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP HERE: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sailor-for-a-day-tickets-726991660627?aff=oddtdtcreator
**once a free ticket is ‘purchased’, organisers will email with a waiver and image release. Please sign and return to hold your spot. Questions? Email MARPAC.Attractions@gmail.com **
*Deadline for sign up 14 October*
Check the Career Centre website www.oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com to learn more about the exciting opportunities available to you throughout the year.
AMP MATH:
Here the google classroom codes for AMP Math this year. You can join at any time.
AMP 9/10: 5pn27eh
AMP 10: 5pn27eh
AMP 11: tnk3cal
AMP 12: jdnlrxh
United World Colleges: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS UNITING THE WORLD FOR OUR PLANET AND OUR FUTURE – EDUCATION FOR PEACE AND SUSTAINABILITY
UWC is a global network of 18 international schools located on four continents (including Pearson College UWC, located in BC, Canada). UWC is a movement that makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Our goal is to connect with students from across Canada who are between the ages of 15-18 and encourage them to apply for a life-changing final two years of high school. https://www.ca.uwc.org/ Our application is currently open – and the deadline is coming up quickly – November 1st, 2023.
Volunteering Opportunities
Victoria Film Festival is looking for Artistic volunteers. See the link for details. https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer
Volunteer with your local Legion Branch. There are several volunteer options.
-organizing and helping at events
-cooking meals
-fundraising for the poppy campaign
-managing branch social media pages
-designing poster and graphics
-and much more
Go to the website to connect with your local branch to get involved. https://legionbcyukon.ca/find-a-legion-branch/
Volunteer with Victor School Peer Program – they are looking for grades 10=12 students interested in creating meaningful relationships with neurodivergent peers and the adults that support them. This may involve, playing sports or games, reading, creating art and crafts and early literacy and numeracy tasks with students. Your commitment will be one semester for 2-8 hours monthly. The hours available are 8:30-10:00am, 10:30-12:00 and 1:00-2:00 any day of the week. To get involved please email Mr. Alexander at salexander@sd61.bc.ca or Ms. Giesbrecht at sgiesbrecht@sd61.bc.ca
Volunteer for the Victoria Tea Festival!
🍵✨ Whether experienced or new to volunteering, everyone is warmly welcomed.
Volunteer application: Volunteer Application.
Festival Event Date: October 28th 2023. To learn more about the festival, please see https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/job–volunteer, Promotional Video, website and Instagram.
Job Opportunities
You’re Invited! Job Jam: A career fair for unexpected career paths, hosted by UVic and KWENCH
Want to learn about career opportunities you may not even know exist? Come connect with local business leaders about their unconventional career paths and discover unique job opportunities that are often hidden from plain sight.
Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023
Time: noon to 4 p.m.
Location: Club KWENCH, 2031 Store Street, Victoria
Registration:** Free, but limited spots available. Register early to secure your spot!
Learn more here. and on the Career Centre website https://oakbaycareercentre.weebly.com/news–events
Register here.