Important Upcoming Dates to Remember:
- April 16 – ICBC Road Safety Presentation – Grade 12’s
- April 18 – Good Friday – No school in session
- April 21 – Easter Monday – No school in session
- April 22 – Earth Day
- April 25 – Report Cards Published
- April 26 – Football Bottle Drive
- April 28-May 2 – Cultural Week.
Football Bottle Drive April 26th
Girls Rugby
Congrats to the girl’s rugby team for their 3rd place finish at the Stelly’s tournament last Monday.
Math Challengers
Huge Congratulations to Youna T., a Grade 9 student from our school that has been selected by the Math Challengers to compete in the Provincial Competition in Burnaby on May 3rd. We wish him the best of luck in this upcoming event.
**** Cap and Gown orders have now been completed and sent to the company for processing. Any students that would still like to attend Grad Commencement Ceremonies, must fill out a form in the office with payment as per the above Grad at a Glance. Please note that only the 11 am ceremony is still available. *****
Volunteers needed
This year’s Dry Grad is Saturday May 24, 6-11pm. We need a large number of volunteers to make this event a success and there is a job for any adult who is able to join us! We need help setting up and decorating prior to the event, volunteers at each activity station, help with organizing and serving the food, monitoring student activity as well as clean up and tear down of the event. Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn’t work) to go to the signup sheet:
To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do. Thank you for volunteering!
Attention 2025 Graduates
Come join us for an unforgettable evening of food, fun and entertainment at this year’s Dry Grad. Tickets are on sale now through school cash online or in the office. Tickets are $20 which covers all your food, refreshments, entertainment, a grad 2025 t-shirt and prizes for all! There’s something for everyone!
- Watch in awe as magician Jason Verners performs his incredible act!
- Test your skills on the arcade machines and get your portrait done by one of our talented caricaturists!
- Try your aim at paintball and capture memories in the photobooth.
- Grab a bite from our BBQ and cool off with a treat from the Ice Cream Truck!
- Take a ride on our Mechanical Bull! Or try the mega obstacle course!
- And don’t forget, there are prizes for everyone! The grand prize is a $500 cash prize at the end of the night! Come spend one last night with your gr 12 class and walk away with amazing prizes!
*** Please note: THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR. All tickets must be purchased by May 2, 2025. ***
Reminder – Other Schools
As spring comes and the weather improves, a reminder to students that they are not to go to other schools during the school day. Their focus needs to remain on being on time and present for their Belmont classes and learning as the final stretch approaches.
Importation Information from Island Health
Multicultural Week
Belmont’s Multicultural Week is April 28 to May 2!
This is a vibrant, student-lead event showcasing the traditions and tastes of 26 countries from around the globe.
Flourish Food Program Volunteers
Thank you to the Belmont students who volunteered their time to welcome community members into Pexsisen Elementary school Open House on April 10th. The event was a great success, and our Belmont students did a great job helping Flourish School Food Program and welcoming community parents
Belmont Student Art Show
The Belmont Art Department is hosting a student art show! We will be displaying drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, photography and digital work by our amazing art students. Please join us at anytime between 6:30pm-8:00pm in the Belmont Learning Commons.
From our Careers Deptartment
Scholarship Information
Belmont, District and PAC deadlines have now passed. Students who were successful in these applications will be notified at grad ceremonies in June!
Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines:
Link to Belmont Scholarship Website for other local deadlines: https://belmontscholarships.weebly.com/april.html
Sooke Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (SPVPA) Bursary (Open to Children of SPVPA)
This bursary is available to any high school graduate whose parent or grandparent is a current member of the SPVPA. Completed applications must be received, via email, to
tphillips@sd62.bc.ca by 4:00 PM Thursday, May 2nd, 2024.
Deadline: All SPVPA Scholarship Applications must be received, via email, to
tphillips@sd62.bc.ca by 4:00 PM Thursday, May 1, 2025.
To apply – Obtain Application from Parent/Guardian
Sooke Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (SPVPA) LEGACY Scholarship (for all graduating students)
This $500 scholarship is open to all students of School District #62. One scholarship will be awarded to one student graduating from each of our district secondary schools. In addition, one $500 scholarship will be awarded to recognize the most eligible applicant of Aboriginal descent within the district. Completed applications All SPVPA Scholarship Applications must be received, via email, to tphillips@sd62.bc.ca by 4:00 PM Thursday, May 2nd, 2024.
Deadline: All SPVPA Scholarship Applications must be received, via email, to
tphillips@sd62.bc.ca by 4:00 PM Thursday, May 1, 2025.
To apply – Check Grad Google Classroom for Application
C.U.P.E. Local 459 BURSARY
At least two bursaries (of a minimum of $500.00 each) are offered annually to graduates who are dependents of C.U.P.E. 459 employees) and are planning to attend a post-secondary institution or a career training/apprenticeship program. Please submit electronically by email to CUPE459@sd62.bc.ca by May 15th.Deadline: May 15th, 2025
To apply – Check Grad 2025 Google Classroom
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