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WINDERMERE SECONDARY Student Bulletin
We would like to acknowledge that we live, work and play on the unceded and traditional territory of the
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sel ̓íl ̓witulh (Tsleil Waututh) and sḵwx ̱wú7mesh (Squamish Coast Salish) peoples
THE WINDERMERE WAY! R Respect E Excellence A Attitude C Courage H Honesty
Friday, February 28, DAY 2 Rotation 3 (3, 4, 1, 2)
Break Blueberry Bran Muffins
Soup Chef’s Choice
Hot Entrée Chicken Strips, Potato Wedges and Salad
Dessert Chocolate Mousse Cake
Feature Shrimp or Tofu Salad Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
February – Black History Month
February 14 – District Wide PRO D Day & Valentine’s Day
February 17 – Family Day
February 19 – Collaborative Day
February 26 – Pink Day
Hello Grade 10s: We have 3-6 spots available in our Leadership Program for next year! If you are interested in learning about the world through the lens of social justice, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, if you would like to learn in a mini-school environment with supportive teachers and diverse and active peers, if you are interested in exciting outdoor education field trips and unique day trips, please check out our program. You can go to https://www.windermereleadership.org/ for more information, and then if you would like to pick up an application, please see Ms. Rempel in room 104. Those spots will fill up quickly so get your application in ASAP! P. Rempel (Mar3) Any student in Grade 10, 11, or 12 who wants to write or re-write the Numeracy Assessment and/or the Literacy Assessment in April, please register with Ms. Siddle in the Office by March 6th. The actual date of the Assessments in April will be announced at a later time. P. Macmillan (Mar6) Attention Grade 12 Students: Information about the following scholarships have been posted on the Scholarship Board outside of the Counselling Centre:
Quang So Lieu and Ong My Ngoc Legacy Scholarship Application due April 6 to School Office
Helen Roelofsen Commemorative Scholarship Application due April 15 to School Office
EFMA Bursary Applications https://www.efmabc.com/education/bursaries
National Union of Public and General Employees Scholarships https://nupge.ca/content/national-unions-scholarship-program-2020
Attention Grade 12 Students: Posted outside the office is a list of all grade 12 students. The name on the list
will appear on the Commencement Certificate that is given to you at the Graduation Ceremony. If you would like a different name to appear on this certificate, please see Ms. Siddle in the office
to update your name by Friday, February 28th. A. Siddle (F28)
Athletics Update: Basketball players - today is the last day to hand in your uniforms if you want your full refund - see Ms. Waller in her office at lunch today! Badminton try-outs for grades 9-12 are today after school in Gym C. Badminton Club will have gyms A and B. New members are always welcome. There will be a lot of grade 7's in the building Monday after school. Windermere is hosting the grade 7 boys basketball championships. You are welcome to stay and watch from the bleachers if you wish but please keep the gym clear for them so we can start the games on time. Spring Sports - practices and try-outs will start in March. Check the schedule outside the main gym for
upcoming practices. W. Waller (F28)
Reuse and Recycling Drop Off Event: The City of Vancouver is holding a Reuse and Recycling drop off event on Saturday, Feb 29 between the hours of 10am – 1pm at Trout Lake Community Centre Parking Lot (3360 Victoria Drive). Donate or Recycle small electronic appliances, clothing, tools, etc. Please visit Vancouver.ca/drop-off for a full list of items accepted. As well, an info sheet can be found in the office next to the Sign-In Sheet. B. Kwon (F28) All Grade 10s: Thank you to the many of you who have already submitted your Work Experience Applications to Ms. Bulietta. Several students have asked for an extension to submit the form. Therefore, please hand your forms in to Ms. Bulietta by Friday, February 28. It is best to place them in Ms. Bulietta's main office mailbox. M. Bulietta (F28) Cyber Kitchen Workshop: Would you like to learn about healthy eating? Do you want a recipe book with
easy, cheap and fast healthy recipes? Do you want to eat delicious tacos? Come to the Cyber Kitchen’s workshop on Food and Nutrition. It will be at lunch on Monday March 3, in room 306 (Ms. Nakamura's classroom) There will be a demo for making delicious FREE tacos for you to enjoy.
Please RSVP on the google form or find us in the hallway to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdipU5HL0QYNHUPg1YCFfeyuippXt0BAxqKCezu1v0Rd52wtQ/viewform There are limited spots so sign up as fast as you can. We hope to see you there. L. Nakamura (Mar3) Homework Help: Hey everyone, are you looking for a great place to work on your homework, study for a test,
grab a tasty snack and get a chance to win a gift card? Why not visit the Cafeteria every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:10 to 4:15 for Homework Help. You can also come meet the UBC tutors who are here to help with subjects like math and science. D. Markic (ongoing)
: Stanley Park Easter Train volunteers needed! Help with set-up, creating decorations, and preparing arts and crafts supplies. Shifts are from 10:00 am to 2 pm. Website link is posted on the door of room 228. Link for additional information: www.eventbrite.ca/e/easter-train-setup-stanley-park-railway-high-school-student-volunteer-sign-up-tickets-95876857261 M. Bulietta (F28)
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.: Looking for fun opportunities to partake in during Spring Break? Sign-up for the *FREE* S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Spring Break Camp 2020! This is a chance to develop your leadership skills, complete a volunteer project, go ice skating, visit Science World and Granville Island, and participate in a creative workshop- all for free! This program will take place from March 16th – March 27th on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-3pm. Sign-up to get active and make some friends. Please pick up a registration form from Youth Worker Noor on Tuesday lunchtime in room 311, or contact [email protected] | text 236-333-5400 to request a form and/or learn more. Noor Hewaidi (March 13) Sun Run Registration: Register today for the April 19, 2020 Vancouver Sun Run at vancouversunrun.com. B. White (Ongoing) Art Vancouver is organizing a Youth Art Fair called, “Art Ignites”. This event is for students in Grades 6 to
12 on Friday, April 26th from 1pm – 5pm. Over 1,200 works of art should be available for viewing. Teachers and students are invited to attend a fun and engaging afternoon that will include an opportunity to participate in an art workshop, a chance to speak to artists about their work, an art demonstration, and a panel discussion to inspire young artists who want to work in the creative field.
Walk for Alzheimer’s: Vancouver 2020 IG Wealth Management is looking for high-
school-student volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks during the Walk for Alzheimer’s (greeting and motivating participants, setting up equipment, etc.) which takes place on Sunday, May 3rd. Students interested in volunteering must submit your contact information to [email protected] by April 3.
Fraser Institute Student Essay Contest: 1st Prize: $1,500, 2nd Prize: $1,000, 3rd Prize: $500: 2020 Topic, “The Ideas of Milton Friedman: Exploring the connections between economic freedom and other freedoms or aspects of the human condition”. Deadline is June 1. https://www.fraserinstitute.org/education-programs/west/students/essay-contest