Important Upcoming Dates to Remember:
- Jan 20-23 – Grad Photo Retakes
- Jan 20-24 – Quiet Week
- Jan 21 – Capstone Presentations in Learning Commons
- Jan 23 – Copernican Days Block A & C
- Jan 24 – Copernican Days Block B & D
- Jan 27-28 Completion/Extension Days – Students in session only to complete assignments
- Jan 28 – Grade 8 Parent Evening 6 pm
- Jan 29 – Start of Semester Two
- Jan 30 – Subway Day – orders must be in by Jan 24th
- Jan 31- Feb 1 – RCMP Mountie Cup tournament
End of Semester One
Thursday, January 23rd, and Friday, January 24th will run on a ‘Copernican’ schedule to accommodate end-of-year projects, tests, outings, and assignments. These are regular instructional days with required attendance.
Thursday, January 23 9:00-11:50 – A Block 12:30-3:20 – C Block
Friday, January 24 9:00-11:22 – B Block 12:01-2:23 – D Block
Monday, January 27 and Tuesday, January 28 are Completion and Extension Days during which attendance is by appointment at the student’s or teacher’s request. These days provide an opportunity for students to complete outstanding work. However, it is not acceptable for a student to hand in a large number of assignments at the end of the semester. Learning is a process that takes place over time, and the expectation is that students attend classes and engage in the learning process. Our last instructional day of semester 1 will be Tuesday, January 28th, and the first day of semester 2 will be Wednesday, January 29th.
January Sports Events
| Basketball Game Dates | Where and When |
| January 27th | Jr. B. Boys @ Spectrum 5:45 pm Sb B Boys @ Victor Brodeur 7:30 pm |
| January 29th | Sr Girls vs Royal Bay 5:45 pm Sr A Boys vs Royal Bay 7:30 pm |
| January 29th | Jr Girls @ Claremont 5:45 pm Jr Boys @ Royal Bay 7:15pm |
| January 30th | Sr. B Boys vs Brookes 7:30 pm Jr A Boys at GW Graham |
| January 31st | Sr Girls hosting RCMP Mountie Cup Jr A Boys at GW Graham |
| February 1st | Sr. Girls hosting RCMP Mountie Cup |
| February 4th | Sr. Girls @ Oak Bay 5:45 pm |
Important Grad Information
Please see the attached link below for Important Grad Information
News from the Career Centre
International student Program
Students from our International Program had the opportunity to join in on a farewell skate, as many of our students were just here for one semester and will be heading home shortly. Many of the students here are first time skaters.
Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES APPROACHING:
If students need support with any of the following applications, please reach out to Mrs. Hoskins – choskins@sd62learns.org
Happy applying!!
RBC Future Launch Indigenous Youth Scholarship
This award is for Indigenous students to help them complete their post-secondary education, and provide an opportunity for RBC to strengthen its relationship with the Indigenous community. Selected students are awarded up to $10,000 each academic year (for up to four years) to use towards tuition, textbooks, supplies and living expenses. This is for indigenous students who demonstrate a strong academic performance and community involvement. 5 scholarships for students majoring in disciplines related to the financial industry and 15 scholarships to all other disciplines.
Deadline: February 5th, 2025
Zonta Women in Leadership Award
The application process must start with a Zonta club. All application materials must be received at a Zonta club by the deadline printed on the application. If you downloaded the application from the Zonta International website, you must contact a Zonta club for deadline information. If the Zonta club contact information is not printed on the application, please locate the Zonta club nearest you by using the Club Locator, or email your name and contact information to Zonta International Headquarters at programs@zonta.org.
Applicants from geographic areas within a Zonta district where no clubs are located will be considered and are eligible to apply for the international scholarships via a Zonta district.
Eligibility Women, aged 16-19 on 1st April each year, living in a Zonta district or who are citizens of a Zonta country, who demonstrate evidence of the following, are eligible to apply.
- Active commitment to volunteerism.
- Experience in local government, student government, or workplace leadership (paid or unpaid).
- Volunteer leadership achievements.
- Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs.
- Support in Zonta International’s mission of building a better world for women and girls.
Applicants from geographic areas within a Zonta district where no clubs are located may apply via a Zonta e-club or directly to the district to be eligible for the international awards. Previous district and international Young Women in Public Affairs Award recipients are not eligible to apply for the Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award.
Deadline: Up to Each Individual ZONTA club, but generally February
Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship – BC Ministry of Education
The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Winners receive a $5,000 scholarship voucher to redeem when they are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program at one of BC’s nine Faculties of Education.
Deadline: February 17th, 3:00PM – 2025
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/scholarships/provincial-scholarships/pathway-to-teacher-education-scholarship
BC School Trustees Association Scholarships for Student Citizenship
These scholarship of 3 x $750 are awarded to a students who has displayed exemplary citizenship within their school and community
Deadline: March 2nd, 11:59PM
BC School Superintendents Association Education Scholarship
Students wishing to be considered for a scholarship must be currently enrolled in their final year of studies at a public secondary school in British Columbia and expected to graduate in June 2025. One winner will be chosen from each of the seven BCSSA provincial chapters (Fraser Valley, Kootenay-Boundary, Metro, Vancouver Island, Northern, Thompson-Okanagan and Indigenous). Each winner will be awarded a $1,500 scholarship. The deadline for applications is March 3, 2025 at 5:00PM.
In selecting the recipients for this year’s awards, the scholarship committees will consider demonstrated distinctive leadership that has made significant impacts to the social, ethical and collaborative fabric and practice of school(s) and community. Letters of reference will be required affirming the applicant’s accomplishments and efforts to improve the quality of life and foster diversity, equity and inclusion. The applicant must submit a short description (450 words maximum) of how their leadership has made a difference in the life or lives of others in their school and/or community. Leadership examples may include, but are not limited to, the following domains: arts, trades, physicality, scholastics, social justice, equity, well-being, diversity, advocacy, and cultural responsiveness.
Only completed applications will be accepted for the scholarship selection process:
- One-page description of how you have made a difference in the life or lives of others (450 words maximum).
- Two letters of reference.
- Demonstrated distinctive leadership by providing two examples, including a brief description, this can include an inspirational artifact, a short video, newsletter, photo, story, or other media.
- Copy of the official school transcript of your grades to date.
- Proof of application/entry to a post-secondary institution (apprenticeship, college, university).
Recipients will be awarded a cheque once proof of post-secondary application/registration and a Social Insurance Number has been provided to the BCSSA.
Deadline: March 3rd, 2025 at 5:00PM
https://bcsta.org/resources-and-services/bcsta-scholarships/
RE/MAX 2023 Quest for Excellence
The Quest for Excellence Program recognizes the pursuits in leadership and community contributions of Western Canadian students. High school students graduating in 2023 from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon and Northwest Territories are encouraged to write an essay to convey the contributions they have made to enrich the lives of others and their communities through leadership, motivation, volunteering and participation in charitable events or fundraising.
Deadline: March 9th, 2025
https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/
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