Healthy Relationships Workshop

The Healthy Relationships Workshop will begin on Thursday, February 9 during lunch in the library. If you are female and are interested in taking part, please let Ms. Alvares know.

W. Garfield Weston Entrance Scholarships

The online application for the Entrance W. Garfield Weston Awards is now available at www.garfieldwestonawards.ca/EntranceAwards. Up to 25 awards are available to students who begin their college studies at one of our participating colleges. University programs and university-transfer programs are not eligible. The deadline for applications to be received is 28 March 2012. The award comprises an $8,000 annual stipend, a tuition waiver from a participating college and $3,500 in summer funding. It also includes a mentorship program and participation in an annual leadership conference. We are looking for students who are passionate about their field of study; curious, courageous, and willing to try new things; and community-minded and truly interested in becoming involved and making a difference in society. Students must be bound for full-time community college or CEGEP studies starting in September 2012.

Langara Journalism Department Open House

Langara College's Journalism Department is having an Open House. It's on Wednesday,Feb. 29 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Rooms A253 and A257. If you are looking for a career in writing, this is a great opportunity to get more information.

Healthy Relationships Workshop - Girls Only

Ms. Alvares and Ms. Jose are presenting a Healthy Relationships Workshop for the Grade 12 girls starting February 2 until March 8 during lunch time. Here we will give you valuable information on how to develop healthy relationships with friends, family, and even boyfriends! If you are interested in taking part, please let Ms. A know. Space is limited to 10, so don't delay!

Kids Help Phone

Kids Help Phone is an excellent resource to use if you need someone to talk to and you need help. You can call them at 1 800 668 6868. You can be any age and they will help you with family issues, anger management, stress, finances, helath issues, bullying, dating, etc. They are completely confidential so you don't have to provide your name. Please see Ms. Alvares for more information.

Capilano University Information Night

Gr 10 – 12. Capilano University Info Night: Tues, Jan 24/12, 7:15 p.m. – 8:45 p.m., 2055 Purcell Way, N. Vancouver. Faculty, Advising, and Financial Aid will be on hand to answer any questions. Also prize giveaways! www.explorecapilano.ca

Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship

Ms. Thomas has this scholarship advertised on her blog. If you are interested, check it out on www.canucks.com/scholarship .

Leadership Training

If you are interested in getting some Leadership Training, please check out the brochure I have on my office door. The South Vancouver Neighbourhood House has training sessions on Monday evenings from January till April. Please see Ms. A. for more info.

GFNF Scholarship

There is a scholarship opportunity for students who can answer the question: "What great thing have you done?" If you can answer this question in a well-written 500 word essay, you may win one of two $500 scholarships. Please see Ms. Alvares if you are interested in applying. Deadline is April 30th.

Making Marks Available to Post Secondary Institutions

You can now go on the Ministry of Education website and make your marks available to the PSI's. Just log on to your account, click on Post Secondary Institution selections, the select PSI's. When you see "Forward my transcript to all BC Electronic PSIs", click the box that says "Yes". Then click on "Confirm" on the bottom of the page. On the next screen, click on the box that says "By checking this box you give permission to release school and examination marks to PSIs". Then click "Confirm" on the bottom of the page. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Alvares. Those students who have done this already, please help your friends with this.

LPI - April 19, 2012

If you want to take the LPI, your last chance will be Thursday, April 19 at 3pm. You can register at www.lpitest.ca . Please see Ms. A. if you have further questions.

UBC Major Entrance Scholarships

If you have applied to UBC or are planning to apply to UBC and would like to be considered for a Major Entrance Scholarship, please see Ms. Alvares. To be considered, you must be strong academically and demonstrate an ability to lead.