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Important Dates to Remember:

• March 14th – Multicultural Family Night 4:30-6:30 pm *By pre-registration only. This even is now FULL.
• March 15th – Last Day of School Before Spring Break
• March 18- April 2nd – Spring Break
• April 3rd – School Reopens
• April 9 -10 Grad Assembly during Block B
• April 15-18 Graduation Assessments
• April 19th – Pro D Day – no students in Session

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Check out the amazing work our amazing Outdoor Education Classes have been working on in the link below

https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/students-work-for-wildfire-resilience-at-langfords-belmont-secondary-7328463

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The Climbing Academy

In collaboration with Boulder House, is thrilled to announce a special “bring a friend” event happening throughout the month of April during A and B block. This exclusive event offers students in grades 9-11 the opportunity to try climbing for free!

Important Details:

• Limited spots available; visits will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Each student can attend the event once.
• Participation is subject to your child’s A or B teacher’s approval to miss the block.

If your child is interested in participating, please email Ms. Pampin at cpampin@sd62.bc.ca.

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Please see the link below for more information regarding Physics at SFU

Link for SFU info

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Sports Updates

Congrats to the Senior Boys Basketball Team who finished in third place at the Island Championship. Losing only to the 1^st and 2^nd ranked teams in the province (Oak Bay and Spectrum).

Congrats to Senior boys players Lance C, Ryder G. and Maddox G. who will represent Belmont in the Senior all star games on April 6th. 

Lance C. -first team all star Thatcher W. -second team all star

The Senior Girls basketball team finished in 5^th place on the Island. Grade 12 Alexie B. was named an All star

Congrats to Senior Girls Alexie B., Chelsea T., and Alison T. along with junior girls Corah B., Alecia T., and Kyla B. who will represent Belmont at their respective all star games April 5^th and 6^th 

The Junior girls were the first to kickoff with a cross Westshore clash vs Royal Bay in which they tied 1-1. Reese H. scored the Bull dogs first goal of the season on a Penalty kick. 

The Spring Athletic Season is upon us with Ultimate Frisbee, Jr Girls Soccer, Sr Girls and Boys Rugby 7s, Golf, Track and Field, Badminton, and Mountain Biking all set to begin their seasons.

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Help Support our Dry Grad Committee

Dry Grad Virtual 50/50

Please purchase your virtual tickets now and watch the pot grow until May 9 – you could win 50% of the total 50/50!  https://belmontdrygrad.rafflenexus.com/ 

Hanging Baskets

Buy beautiful Hilltop hanging baskets before April 5 for pick up at Belmont on May 10. Please use the attached order form to collect orders and place one order through School Cash Online:  https://sd62.schoolcashonline.com  

Bottle Drive

Please save your refundables for our bottle drive on May 11.   

Sponsorship and Gift Card Donations

Community support is vital to making this event a success. We have a couple of ways you can get involved as a sponsor:

1. Donate a prize or gift card(s) to be given to Grads.  Our hope is to have a gift card or prize for each Grad attending.  We welcome any denomination of gift card(s) and any size of gift.

2.  Become an event sponsor by providing a monetary donation.  All donations over $25 qualify for a tax receipt.  Please make any cheque payable to “SD62” and put “Belmont Dry Grad” in the reference line.

If you are able to make a donation to support the Belmont Dry Grad and have a gift card or item for our event, please contact the committee by email at BelmontDryGrad@gmail.com before May 1, 2024 and we will arrange to pick up your donation.

Thank you!

Belmont Dry Grad Committee

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SUMMER DOCKYARD APPRENTICESHIPS – Grades 11 & 12

Royal Canadian Navy’s Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMFCB) which is located in the Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt is looking to hire students for their Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP). 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 allow students to become familiar with the work related to the various trade disciplines supporting ship repair work on the west coast, and provides 8 weeks of paid work experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). Applications will be accepted for the following trades; Metal Trades (e.g., Metal Fabrication, Sheet Metal and Welding), Hull Trades (e.g., Shipwright/Joiner, Painter, Lagger/Heat & Frost and Rigger), Machinist and Millwright. See attached poster for more information.

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Scholarship Deadlines Coming Up After Spring Break:

1. Langford Legion Scholarships:

These Bursaries are prioritized and awarded based on financial need, community
involvement, scholarship and military/RCMP affiliation. A lack of military/RCMP affiliation
will not exclude applicants who meet all other criteria. Short-listed candidates will be

interviewed prior to final selection(s). 

Deadline: April 1st

Must be delivered to Langford Legion

See Grad Google Classroom for application and details.

2. All District Awards including:

 – District Authority (all categories)

 – Monk Office Supply Scholarship

 – Victor Chen Memorial Engineering

 – Ed MacGregor Memorial Bursary

 – Nils Jensen Memorial Bursary

 – Mosaic Forest Management Scholarship

Deadline: April 17th, 3:30PM

Classroom Code: g7hof2s 

4. All Elementary and Middle School PAC Bursaries

Deadline: April 18th, 5:00PM

Available in: Belmont Grad Google Classroom

5. All Belmont Scholarship Society Bursaries and Scholarships including:

– Belmont Scholarship Society Application (multiple awards through one application – trades, service, financial need, sciences, engineering etc.)

– Myles Mansell Memorial Scholarship (for students pursuing military or with cadet experience)

– Westshore Rotary Club Scholarship (for students who have excelled in community or school service)

– Jaime Yates Memorial Scholarship (for students pursuing a career in music of any kind – post-secondary not required)

– Metchosin Fire Delaney Dunlop Memorial Scholarship (for students headed to UVIC – preference for political science and living in Metchosin)

– Howard East Memorial AVID 12 Bursary (for graduating AVID 12 students)

– Gesslein Mini Excavating Scholarship (for students pursuing trades)

Deadline: April 18th,MIDNIGHT

Available in: Belmont Grad Google Classroom

As always, if students need support, they are encouraged to reach out to Mrs. Hoskins via email or come to the careers office (A119) in C or D block. 

Important Date Reminders

• Feb. 28th – Pink Shirt Day
• Mar. 4-8th Student Learning Surveys
• Mar. 7-10th – Musical Production of “The Drowsy Chaperone”
• Mar. 10th – Daylight Savings
• Mar. 11-15th – Spirit Week
• Mar. 12th – PAC Meeting 7pm
• Mar. 14th – Family Night 3:30-7:30 pm
• Mar. 15th -Last Day of School before Spring Break

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Study Hall Week

March 4-7, 3:30-5:00 (Learning Commons); Here is an opportunity to finish those half-done assignments, seek extra help before any tests, or finish projects before spring break. Open to all students. Teachers from Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and more will be there to assist.

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Pink Shirt Day

As per the pictures below Staff and Students represented well, to help support Anti Bullying Day.

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Child Sponsorship

A student led committee at Belmont is working towards raising money to sponsor a child living in impoverished communities abroad. This money will go towards providing that child with support to help break the cycle of poverty, from food and water to healthcare and education. 

To help please consider: 

1. Bringing your bottles to the bottle drive on March 9th, from 9am to 2pm at Belmont Secondary, or

2. Volunteering to help at the March 9 bottle drive, or 

3. Returning the bottles to any Return It bottle depot and depositing them under the account with the number 7785330891. 

If you are interested in volunteering or approaching businesses for support, or if you would like to donate on a different way, please email Ms. Horner: mhorner@sd62.bc.ca. 

Climbing Academy

Congratulations to all our Climbing Academy students who completed at our climbing competition on Friday, February 16th, at Langford BoulderHouse. Our athletes worked very hard preparing for this competition and we are extremely proud of their hard work. Once again, they hardly shared the podium. 

Summary of results: 

Advanced Male

1^st place – Estevan S., 2^nd place – Levi P., 4th place – Jacob P,. 6^th place – Seb S.

Intermediate Male 

4^rth place – Taavin W. , 5^th place – Koen B., 6^th place – Joel L., 7^th place – Nikita M. 

Rec Male 

1^st place – Jacob H., 2^nd place – Malte R., 7^th place – Justin L. 

Intermediate Female

1^st place – Caelen W. 2^nd place – Hanna G., 4^rth place – Victoria B. 

Rec Non-Binary 

1^st place – Amelia H. 

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Track and Field:

 The track and field season will begin next week. Are you interested in running, jumping or throwing as a Belmont Bulldog? 

Meeting on Tuesday, March 5^th in the learning commons.  

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Upcoming Scholarship Opportunities:

Students who need support with scholarship applications should reach out to Mrs. Hoskins sooner than later – choskins@sd62learns.org

Mrs. Hoskins will be offering district, Belmont, and PAC scholarship application support in the learning commons at lunch March 4^th to 9^th for those who need it. 

Sooke Teachers’ Association Scholarships 
Seven scholarships of $1000 each are available to students of the Sooke School District who are planning to attend full-time post-secondary school. In addition to an application form, students must also submit a resume and their transcript.   Please note that three of the 7 awards are reserved for students whose parents are members of the Sooke Teachers’ Association and one of the 7 scholarships is reserved for an Indigenous student. See the application for more detail.  Shortlisted students will be interviewed in May to assist with making the final selection of winners.  

Deadline:   March 8th, 2024 

Click the link to apply: https://sooketeachers.org/scholarship/ 

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 2021 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 13, 2024 . 11:59PM 

Click the link to apply: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

Principals and Vice-Principals Association (BCPVPA) Scholarships 

Scholarships, in the amount of $1000 each, are awarded annually to students who are graduating from the BC public school system and proceeding to a post-secondary institution.

All applicants will be judged on academic excellence and demonstrated leadership within the school and community.

Deadline: March 18th, 2024

Click the link to apply: https://www.bcpvpa.org/about-bcpvpa/supporting-students/scholarships#:~:text=Each%20year%2C%20the%20BCPVPA%20awards,the%20amount%20of%20%241%2C000%20each.

Girl Guides of Canada
Scholarships are open to members who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized college, university or trades program. Scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time studies.
Deadline: March 24th, 2024. 11:59PM

​​Click the link to apply https://ggcportal.smapply.ca/prog/ggc_national_scholarships_2024/

Power Pioneers Community Service Award
The BC Hydro Power Pioneers are recognizing youth who have excelled in community service. There are twenty $500 awards available throughout British Columbia. We’re looking for students who have made outstanding contributions in their local community for a considerable amount of time or have initiated, organized or contributed significantly to a one–time project.

Deadline: March 31, yearly  

Click the Link ​To Apply – https://belmontscholarships.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/1/9/121945098/bch20-030-powerpioneers_communityserviceaward_application-fillableare__2_.pdf

District Authority Awards 

(BC Ministry of Education Provincial Scholarship) – Last year 47 Belmont students won one of these.

The District Awards recognize graduating B.C. students for excellence in their chosen area of interest. Winners will receive a $1,250 scholarship voucher to use towards their post-secondary tuition. Students have up to five years to use this voucher. The district will be able to award over 100 of these scholarships to district students. There are seven categories to choose from: Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity, International Languages, Community Service, Indigenous Language & Culture, and Technical and Trades Training.  (Note: You may apply in more than one category. A separate application must be submitted for each category to which you are applying.)  
Deadline:  April 17th, at 3:30PM, 2024

• LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED: Start your application before spring break.​
• Asking for a transcript or references or to get your counselor’s signature the morning of April 13th will be TOO LATE.

To apply –  Join the District Scholarship Google Classroom:  g7hof2s

Monk Office Supply Scholarship
This award recognizes a student who displays good citizenship and social responsibility at school and in the community and who plans to enter the field of environmental studies. The value of the award varies from year to year.
Deadline: April 17th, at 3:30PM, 2024
To apply – Join the District Scholarship Google Classroom:  g7hof2s​

Ron Warder Memorial Scholarship 
​The spirit of this $750 award is not necessarily to recognize outstanding academic excellence, but rather to champion a student who embodies the qualities that Ron Warder embodied: leadership, community action, creativity, respect, perseverance, relationship-building, and a passion for supporting the school community and community at large. Requirements: “C+” average or better; participated in student government, clubs, school teams, and/or community activities; and displayed dedication and leadership in their service of school and/or community; and can demonstrate a positive impact on school and/or community through service.  
​Deadline: April 17th, at 3:30PM, 2024
To apply – Join the District Scholarship Google Classroom: g7hof2s
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Victor Chen Memorial Engineering:
Student planning on going into programs such as engineering, especially at BCIT or Camosun, with good grades, service within the school and community,  and financial need
Will be a district wide scholarship as of 2020.
Deadline: April 17th, at 3:30PM, 2024
To apply – Join the District Scholarship Google Classroom: g7hof2s

Mosaic Forest Management Scholarship:

Awarded to an SD62 graduating student who is entering an education program in the field of forestry.  Consideration may be given to students pursuing post-secondary programs in fisheries or resource management. 
Deadline:  April 17th, at 3:30PM, 2024

To apply – Join the District Scholarship Google Classroom:  g7hof2s

Important Upcoming Reminders:

• Feb 15th – Film and TV Fair (am) Learning Commons
• Feb 16th – Pro D Day (No Students in Session)
• Feb 19th – Family Day (No School in Session)
• Feb 20th – PAC Meeting 7:00 pm
• Feb 21-22nd – Grade 9 Immunizations
• Feb 22nd – Grade 9 Course Selections Close
• Feb 26th – Grade 10-12 Course Selections Close
• Feb 28th – Pink Shirt Day

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GRADE 12’s: Yearbook Quote:

Grads, please check the google classroom for a form to submit your GRAD QUOTES for the Yearbook. Please submit by March 1st

This is something you will look back on and read 10, 20, even 50 years from now. Live in the moment, say something relevant to you today, but keep in mind this is forever. 

The yearbook will be a tremendous addition to your lifelong memories of this year and now it is your time to contribute.  What words do you want representing you in the historical record?

Keep it classy, and know that:

• They are public, not private

• Yearbook staff will not ALTER OR EDIT so please check for correct spelling, grammar, etc… 

• They are to celebrate, commemorate and congratulate

• Everything is read by yearbook staff and Belmont administration

• You may be edited for content deemed questionable

• Anyone who does not submit a quote will be given a filler quote chosen by yearbook staff (think quotes around the school)

Guidelines:

• Max. 50 words 

• No slang, initials, or “text-speak” 

• No references to sex, drugs, or alcohol

• No insults or put downs

• No links to any social media

Suggested Writing Prompts:

• Favorite Memories

• Advice

• Favorite Quotes

• Thank You and Goodbyes

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Sports and Athletics

Any student interested in playing for the Belmont Golf team will need to sign up with Mr. Lowe before Spring Break.  He is available during lunch hours in the PHE office located in the gym.

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Registration for next year’s climbing academy is now open! Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary. Registration is through the district academy website:

https://www.sd62.bc.ca/programs-supports/academies

(Google “SD62 ACADEMIES” to find it) 

Please contact Ms. Pampin if you have any questions.

cpampin@sd62.bc.ca

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Belmont Music Department

On Sat Feb. 10, Belmont’s Music Department hosted seven school choirs from Districts 61 & 62, as well as two guest groups from Vancouver, for a day of singing together. It was a wonderful day of sharing our love of music and supporting each other! The internationally renowned Vancouver Youth Choir gave an inspirational performance at the end of the day that thrilled all the young musicians.

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Erase Program

We are pleased to share the following information with you. The Ministry of Education and Child Care, in partnership with adolescent Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Hayley Watson, will be hosting free virtual sessions on youth substance use for parents/guardians, caregivers and caring adults. Dr. Watson will provide valuable insights, practical tips, and resources to equip participants with the tools needed to guide their children and youth toward making positive choices when it comes to substance use.

Key Takeaways for Participants:

• Learn why children/teenagers are drawn to substances.
• Understand what causes and maintains substance use disorder and needs.
• Increase your child’s ability to make positive choices about substances.
• Acquire practical conversation tools for discussing substances in the home.

Participants must register in advance due to limited capacity. Session dates are:

• February 20, 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST – Click here to Register
• February 22, 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST – Click here to Register
• February 28, 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST – Click here to Register

Please share within your community and email the Mental Health and Substance Use Branch at educ.mentalhealth@gov.bc.ca with any questions.

Sincerely,

Student Wellness and Safety Team

Ministry of Education and Child Care

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1.Sooke Teachers Association Scholarships:

Seven scholarships of $1000 each are available to students of the Sooke School District who are planning to attend full-time post-secondary school (students have 18 months to claim so GAP year students are eligible). In addition to an application form, students must also submit a resume and their transcript.   Please note that three of the 7 awards are reserved for students whose parents are members of the Sooke Teachers’ Association and one of the 7 scholarships is reserved for an Indigenous student. See the application for more detail.  Shortlisted students will be interviewed to assist with making the final selection of winners.  

Deadline:   March 8th, 2024

To Apply – https://sooketeachers.org/scholarship-application/ 

2.Remax Quest For Excellence Scholarships:

RE/MAX Canada is now accepting submissions for the 2024 RE/MAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program, which is open from September 12th, 2023 through to March 13th, 2024. The annual program awards a $1,000 scholarship to 40 graduating high-school students in Canada, presented during their commencement ceremonies.

The 2024 Quest for Excellence program invites eligible students to write and submit a 1,250-word essay based on one of three key themes:

• charitable community contribution
• the vision for a “brighter future”
• ensuring future generations have a safe, secure, and affordable place to call “home” (From Website)

Deadline: March 13th, 2024 at 11:59PM

To Apply: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

3. Principals and Vice-Principals Association (BCPVPA) Scholarships 
Scholarships, in the amount of $1000 each, are awarded annually to students who are graduating from the BC public school system and proceeding to a post-secondary institution.

• Up to 10 scholarships are reserved for the sons and daughters of BCPVPA members.
• Up to 10 scholarships are reserved to other graduating students.
• Up to 2 scholarships will be awarded to Aboriginal students.

All applicants will be judged on academic excellence and demonstrated leadership within the school and community.

Deadline: March 18th, 2024

 To Apply: https://www.bcpvpa.org/about-bcpvpa/supporting-students/scholarships#:~:text=Each%20year%2C%20the%20BCPVPA%20awards,the%20amount%20of%20%241%2C000%20each.

4.  Girl Guides of Canada Scholarship

Scholarships are open to members who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized college, university or trades program. Scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time studies.
Deadline: March 24th, 2024. 11:59PM

​​To Apply: https://ggcportal.smapply.ca/prog/ggc_national_scholarships_2024/ 

5. BC Hydro Power Pioneers Community Service Scholarship

The BC Hydro Power Pioneers are recognizing youth who have excelled in community service. There are twenty $500 awards available throughout British Columbia. We’re looking for students who have made outstanding contributions in their local community for a considerable amount of time or have initiated, organized or contributed significantly to a one–time project.

Deadline: March 31, yearly  

To Apply: https://www.powerpioneers.com/making-a-difference/bc-hydro-power-pioneers-community-service-award/

6. BC Retired Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCRPVPA) Awards
Up to 12 x $1000 bursaries/scholarships are awarded to students who are continuing their education at an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada. (Those planning a “gap year” should apply in the first year in which they register in a post-secondary program.) Students who are pursuing education in trades, technical, and career fields, as well as those entering universities and colleges, are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be judged on their academic achievements and demonstrated leadership and service activities both within the school and community. Financial need will also be considered.

Deadline: Due March 31st, 2024

To Apply: https://bcrpvpa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Bursary-Scholarship-website.CM-update.Jan20.2022.pdf 

7. BC School Superintendents Association Scholarships:

They award six regional scholarships to students planning to pursue post-secondary studies. 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 2024. One winner will be chosen from each of the six BCSSA provincial chapters (Fraser Valley, Kootenay-Boundary, Metro, Vancouver Island, Northern, Thompson-Okanagan). Each winner will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. 

Deadline: April 16th, 2024 To apply, click here: https://bcssa.org/about-us/bcssa-grade-12-scholarship/

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Important Upcoming Reminders:

• January 30th – First day of Second Semester
• January 31st – Grade 8 Parent Evening
• February 2nd – Report Cards Published
• February 2nd – RCMP Mountie Cup
• February 5th & 6th – Grade 9-10 Course Selection Assemblies
• February 7 & 8th – Grade 11 Course Selection Assemblies
• February 8th- Grade 9 Course Selections Open
• February 9th – Grade 10-12 Course Selections Open
• February 3rd – Choral Collaboration Day
• February 3rd – Chinese New Year – Year of the Dragon

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Sports Section

This month both the Sr Boys and Sr Girls Basketball teams have had 3rd place finishes in basketball tournaments, and this weekend the Sr. girls team will help the RCMP in hosting the Mountie Cup Sr Girls tournament at Belmont and Royal Bay. 

Our tier 1 Junior boys basketball team won their opening tournament of the new year in dramatic fashion with a 3 pointer at the buzzer by Grade 9 student Ryder Rajotte. 

We wish all our teams good luck in their upcoming playoffs as our Tier 1 teams attempt to qualify for the island championship ships 

Police Camp

It is with great excitement that we announce that C.J. Montenegro has been selected to this year’s Police Camp. C.J.’s application was selected out of a very competitive field of many applicants. This year, Police Camp will take place in Esquimalt, over spring break. It is a leadership program that introduces candidates to a variety of policing scenarios. C.J. will also be connecting with other like-minded students who will all learn more about teamwork and leadership. It will undoubtedly be a fun and great experience. Congratulations C.J. !

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Upcoming Scholarship Opportunities:

Below are some upcoming scholarship opportunities that students are encouraged to apply for.  If students have questions or need support Mrs. Hoskins is available in C and D block in the Careers office – A117 or via email – choskins@sd62learns.org 

1. BC School Trustees Association Scholarships for Student Citizenship

These scholarships of 3 x $750 are awarded to a student who has displayed exemplary citizenship within their school and community.
Deadline:  February 29, 2024 – 3:00PM 

​To apply –  https://bcsta.org/resources-and-services/bcsta-scholarships/

2. Sooke Teachers Association Scholarships

Seven scholarships of $1000 each are available to students of the Sooke School District who are planning to attend full-time post-secondary school (students have 18 months to claim so GAP year students are eligible). In addition to an application form, students must also submit a resume and their transcript.   Please note that three of the 7 awards are reserved for students whose parents are members of the Sooke Teachers’ Association and one of the 7 scholarships is reserved for an Indigenous student. See the application for more detail.  Shortlisted students will be interviewed to assist with making the final selection of winners.  

Deadline:   March 8th, 2024

To Apply – https://sooketeachers.org/scholarship-application/ 

3. Remax Quest For Excellence Scholarships

RE/MAX Canada is now accepting submissions for the 2024 RE/MAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program, which is open from September 12th, 2023 through to March 13th, 2024. The annual program awards a $1,000 scholarship to 40 graduating high-school students in Canada, presented during their commencement ceremonies.

The 2024 Quest for Excellence program invites eligible students to write and submit a 1,250-word essay based on one of three key themes:

• charitable community contribution
• the vision for a “brighter future”
• ensuring future generations have a safe, secure, and affordable place to call “home” (From Website)

Deadline: March 13th, 2024 at 11:59PM

To Apply: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

4. BC School Superintendents Association Scholarships

They award six regional scholarships to students planning to pursue post-secondary studies. 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 2024. One winner will be chosen from each of the six BCSSA provincial chapters (Fraser Valley, Kootenay-Boundary, Metro, Vancouver Island, Northern, Thompson-Okanagan). Each winner will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. 

Deadline: April 16th, 2024

To apply, click here: https://bcssa.org/about-us/bcssa-grade-12-scholarship/ 

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SFU Upcoming Events

Please click on the link on information of upcoming events and Science info at Simon Fraser University. Simon Fraser February Youth Programs and Events

Welcome back from the Winter Break

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Important Upcoming Dates:

• January 17th – Grade 12 Captsone Presentations
• January 18th – Winter Dance Show
• January 20th – Drumline Retreat
• January 22-26 – Graduation Assessments
• January 22-26 – Quiet Week before Second Semester
• January 26th – BMD 4 BMD
• January 29th – Completion/Extension day – No school unless completion of courses needed – Teachers in session
• January 30th - Start of Second Semester
• January 31st – Grade 8 Parent Meeting

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Grade 12 Capstone Presentations

A huge shout out to Grade 12 students, Careers Staff, and community volunteers who made it here bright and early today to host Capstone interviews! The enthusiasm and skills of Belmont’s Grade 12s are impressive! If there are students who are concerned they missed this opportunity because of snow, they should reach out to their Careers teacher who will organize an alternate opportunity.

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Winter Wonderland Breakfast

Many thanks to the staff and leadership students who organized a wonderful breakfast and games morning on December 22^nd! A huge shout out to the band for providing wonderful entertainment!

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Athletics

Congratulations to our Junior Boys Basketball team who won their tournament this weekend at Spectrum. The final game came down to the last shot and Grade 9 Ryder Rajotte hit the game winning three pointer at the buzzer to send the crowd into a frenzy.

Both the Senior Boys and Senior Girls teams finished third place in their respective tournaments.

Both the Junior girls tier 1 and Junior boys tier 2 teams won one game in their tournaments with the junior girls winning an overtime thriller 47-45.

• Jan 23- Sr girls Basketball @ Royal Bay 545 pm
• Jan 23 –  Sr A Boys Basketball vs Oak Bay 730 pm
• Jan 24- Tier 1 Jr Girls Basketball vs Royal Bay 545 pm
• Jan 24 – Tier 1 Jr Boys Basketball vs Mt Doug 730 pm
• Jan 25- Tier 2 Jr Girls Basketball vs Stellys 415 pm
• Jan 25 -Tier 2 Jr Boys Basketball vs Esq 9s  545 pm
• Jan 25-   SR B Boys Basketball vs SMUS  730 pm
• Senior A boys at Van College Tournament Jan 25-27
• Tier 1 Jr  boys play in Claremont Tournament Jan 26-27
• Tier 2 Jr boys play in Mt Doug Tournament Jan 26-27

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Congratulations

The judging for the In-house round of the Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Poster and Literary contest has now been completed.  Congratulations to Cameron Pelletier who won:

1^st Place Senior Poem

1^st Place Senior Black & White Poster for Grade 12 student

Cameron will be accepting his award at the Royal Canadian Legion on January 21st.

Lest We Forget

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Upcoming Scholarship Opportunities:

1.Prestige Photography Scholarship:

Class of 2024 graduates photographed by Prestige Photography can apply for a scholarship by sharing their Prestige Photography experience in a formal one-page essay. A total of 3 scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded between United States and Canada. Essays may be used to promote Prestige Photography. The essay topic is as follows:

“Tell us what grad year means to you and how your Prestige pictures help celebrate your
achievements.”

How do you apply? Simply complete the application form and submit your one-page formal essay. Next, print and mail your application and essay to Prestige College Scholarship Program, Lifetouch National School Studios, Attn: Prestige Marketing, 11000 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Applications must be postmarked no later than January 31, 2024.

For the application click here: https://prestigeportraits.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/231-002-SC-Prestige-GY24_Prestige-Student-Scholarship-Program_CA-ENG.pdf

2. Kin Canada Foundation Scholarship

$1,000 bursaries are awarded to successful Canadian applicants with financial need who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized university, community college, technical institute and other schools for advanced education. The application requires information about your financial situation, community service, and that you indicate some knowledge or experience with Kin Canada (Kinsmen and Kinettes).

Deadline: February 1, 2024

Link to Apply: https://www.kincanada.ca/bursaries

3. 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 7th, 2024 

Link to Apply: https://www.rbc.com/en/future-launch/resource-type/scholarships-awards/indigenous-scholarship/ 

4. The Young Women in Public Affairs Award (Zonta)

​This scholarship opportunity is open to  girls age 16-19 in Greater Victoria who are involved in their communities.  There is a  Zonta Victoria local prize awarded and the winner’s application is then considered for a district  prize (Zonta District 8) of $2500 USD, so about $2000 CAN. The  district winner’s application will then be submitted  to the International level with the potential award of  $4,000 USD from the Zonta International Foundation.  Must be emailed to zipp.barbie@gmail.com by February 9th, 2024.

Deadline: February 9th, 2024

To Apply: See or email Mrs. Hoskins

5. BC General Employees Union 

BCGEU is offering scholarships for post-secondary studies for members, staff, and their families. They offer $85,000 annually in the form of $2000 scholarships for full-time students and $1000 for part-time students.  

Application can be accessed at this link: https://www.bcgeu.ca/scholarships

Deadline: February 15th, 2024

6. BC Excellence Scholarship (BC Ministry of Education)
You must be nominated by Belmont in order to apply for this scholarship and only one student from each school may be nominated. Our nominee then applies to the province for one of the 55 Excellence Scholarship vouchers of $5000.  Successful students will have demonstrated community service, both inside and outside of school, and shown aptitude and commitment to their chosen career OR post-secondary paths.  To be considered for our nomination, your completed nomination form must be submitted to Mrs. Hoskins in the GRAD GOOGLE CLASSROOM on or before the deadline.

Nomination form due: January 30th, 2024 @ 5:00PM to Grad 2024 Google Classroom

​Formal Application deadline: February 15th, 2024

7. 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 15th, 2024​

Link to Apply: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/scholarships/provincial-scholarships/pathway-to-teacher-education-scholarship 

As always, if students need support they can email Mrs. Hoskins – choskins@sd62learns.org or they can get in person support in C or D block in the library mezzanine!