Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Tuesday, January 19, 2021  

 Grad Spirit Week

Grad Spirit Week – Wednesday is Wear your best and Friday is Tye Dye

Athletics

Any Grade 11/12 boys wanting to practice their basketball skills, please attend a meeting in the gym at the start of lunch break on Friday.

Athletics

Any grade 8’s wanting to practice their basketball kills, please attend a meeting at the start of lunch break on Wednesday in the gym

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Chipotle Chicken Noodle, Short Order is Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap with Kettle Chips, Salad Special is Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Buddha Bowl, Maple, Tahini, Avocado (Vegan/GF), Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Pickled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Spaghetti & Meatballs with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Pepperoni Pizza Sub and the Dessert is Blueberry-Rhubarb Tart

And now for today’s Dad joke

I hate jokes about German sausages.  They’re to wurst.

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Monday, January 18, 2021

Athletics

Any Grade 11/12 boys wanting to practice their basketball skills, please attend a meeting in the gym at the start of lunch break on Friday.

Athletics

Any grade 8’s wanting to practice their basketball kills, please attend a meeting at the start of lunch break on Thursday in Room 404 (The Foods Room)

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Russian Borscht, Short Order is Chicken Fingers with Fries, Salad Special is Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Buddha Bowl, Maple, Tahini, Avocado (Vegan/GF), Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Pickled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Spaghetti & Meatballs with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Pepperoni Pizza Sub and the Dessert is Nanaimo Bar

Masks

Please remember to cut the elastics off of single use masks before you throw them away, it helps save the wildlife.

 And now for today’s Dad joke

What did the buffalo say to his son when he left for college?  Bison!

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Hi LSS

Did you wear a Black Shirt today? Today LSS acknowledged “Black Shirt Day” – a day to increase everyone’s awareness of the ongoing struggle for civil and human rights faced by Black and racialized Canadians and foster solidarity against all forms of racism and hate. The day, January 15 – Martin Luther King’s birthday, is also a day to encourage schools to discuss Black history in the classroom. To acknowledge this day, LSS had the honour of having a former graduate, Nina Charley, present virtually to all classes telling her story of racism and to encourage all of us to have courage to speak up against racism. Thank you Ms. Charley for enlightening us on our antiracism journey.

Road Safety

Just a reminder to parents and students to exercise caution on the roads on the way to/from school.  Students who are on wheels need to be following the rules of the road and we all need to be aware of our surroundings when students and traffic are heavier around the school.  Thank you for your cooperation on this to keep everyone safe.

Ladysmith Secondary PAC Meeting 

Time: Jan 19, 2021 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/68890503928?pwd=bFl2aFVxS3RGaUUzalF3TmQ0MllWQT09

Meeting ID: 688 9050 3928

Passcode: Ladyss1!

One tap mobile

+17789072071

myfuturebright.ca – education grants
See the flyer to see if you qualify for some education funding.

Provincial Assessments

Literacy 10 and Numeracy 10 assessments take place from Jan 25-28^th

More information on these assessments can be found here:

https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/provincial/grade-10-numeracy-assessment

https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/provincial/grade-10-literacy-assessment

Student Learning Surveys

Every year the Ministry of Education conducts learning surveys with our grade 10 and 12 students and parents/caregivers.  Grade 10 and 12 students will be taking the short 15 minute survey between January 18^th and February 23^rd in their classes.  Parents/caregivers are invited to participate in the survey as well any time between now and April 30^th using the following link: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sat_survey/access.htm
Once on the page, under Parents and “Direct Access-No logon number required” choose our school district (Nanaimo-Ladysmith 68), school, language of preference and “Log on”.  Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. The survey covers a range of topics, providing a comprehensive picture of the educational experience in B.C. Public Schools. The information gathered is used to assess the effectiveness of educational programs, to improve educational program delivery and to report on student performance and achievements toward system goals such as Human and Social Development and Career Development.

PAC fund raiser – Bottle collection – Thanks to all that have tried it out.
This might be the easiest fundraiser you have ever participated in! Take your empty Refundable beverage containers to the bottle depot and drop them off (they sort them and deposit the funds into the PAC account). That is it. Okay, there is a little bit more, but not much:
The only things you need are

• Large Clear (see-through) plastic bag(s)
• Refundable items – Friends, Family and Neighbours are great sources of refundable bottles, cans, and boxes
• Bags should not be too heavy, please split into multiple bags if necessary
• The school phone number 250 245 3043

The bag label kiosk at the Ladysmith Bottle Depot is inside to the right of the registers. At the kiosk you input the phone number 250 245 3043, confirm that it is Ladysmith Secondary PAC, choose the number of bags you’re depositing and print the labels. Place one label on each bag and deposit in the proper bin.  There is a limit of 6 bags per drop off. – I’ve tried it and it was awesome.

Dates coming up

Jan 19^th – PAC meeting on Zoom starting 6:30 pm (see above for link)

Jan 28^th – Last day of regular classes for Quarter 2
Jan 29^th – Students not in session unless invited by teacher, as staff prepare for Quarter 3
Feb 1^st – Quarter 3 starts

Feb 8^th -10^th – Course Selection

Feb 8^th and 9^th– Grad Photo Retakes

Stay awesome

Dave Travers
Principal Ladysmith secondary school
250 245-3043Future Bright Flyer 2020

Grad Newsletter 2021

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Friday, January 15, 2021  

Black Shirt Day

Today we were black to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and all civil rights activists that have come before and after.  Please join us on Microsoft teams after the announcement for a anti-racism presentation with Nina Charlie.

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for Monday.  The soup is Roasted Garlic, Butternut Squash, Tomato & Peppers (Lacto-Vegetarian), Short Order is Chipotle Beef & Bean Burrito with Caesar Salad, Salad Special is Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Buddha Bowl, Maple, Tahini, Avocado (Vegan/GF), Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Pickled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Spaghetti & Meatballs with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Pepperoni Pizza Sub and the Dessert is Rice Krispy Bar

VIU

“Are you interested in applying to VIU?  Maybe you have some burning questions regarding University that needs answering?  If so, please reach out to Mr. Hardy in Room 504 for an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a VIU Advisor!  Also, VIU is giving away one $2500 credit toward your tuition!  Need to know where to sign up for that?  Again, come on down to Roooooooom 504 and talk to Hardy!”

And now for today’s Dad joke

Dogs can’t operate MRI scanners.  But catscan!

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Thursday, January 14, 2021  

 Student Council

Small actions can make a difference.  On Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday, we wear black to recognize the struggle for civil rights fought by black and racialized Canadians.  This Friday, we encourage you to wear black to foster solidarity against all forms of racism and hate

VIU

“Are you interested in applying to VIU?  Maybe you have some burning questions regarding University that needs answering?  If so, please reach out to Mr. Hardy in Room 504 for an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a VIU Advisor!  Also, VIU is giving away one $2500 credit toward your tuition!  Need to know where to sign up for that?  Again, come on down to Roooooooom 504 and talk to Hardy!”

 Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Coconut Curried Carrot & Ginger (GF/Vegan), Short Order is Chipotle Chicken Fajita with Caesar Salad, Salad Special is Greek Salad with Pita & Tzatziki, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Chicken Fettuccine with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Nova Scotia Style Beef Donair and the Dessert is Butter Tart

And now for today’s Dad joke

If anyone received a message from me about tinned meat……  Don’t open it, it’s spasm

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Wednesday, January 13, 2021  

VIU

“Are you interested in applying to VIU?  Maybe you have some burning questions regarding University that needs answering?  If so, please reach out to Mr. Hardy in Room 504 for an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a VIU Advisor!  Also, VIU is giving away one $2500 credit toward your tuition!  Need to know where to sign up for that?  Again, come on down to Roooooooom 504 and talk to Hardy!”

LPS & LIS

Just a reminder to all student to please stay off of Ladysmith Primary and Intermediate school property.  Thank you

 Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Moroccan Spiced Green Lentil (GF/Vegan), Short Order is Bacon & Cheddar Burger with Fries, Salad Special is Greek Salad with Pita & Tzatziki, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Chicken Fettuccine with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Nova Scotia Style Beef Donair and the Dessert is New York Cheesecake with Strawberries

And now for today’s Dad joke

Why are pirates called pirates?  Because they arrrrrr!!!!

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Tuesday, January 12, 2021  

 Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Cream of Vegetable (Lacto-Vegetarian), Short Order is Squeaky Cheese Poutine (Lacto-Vegetarian), Salad Special is Greek Salad with Pita & Tzatziki, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Chicken Fettuccine with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Nova Scotia Style Beef Donair and the Dessert is Brownies

And now for today’s Dad joke

What lies at the bottom of the ocean and twitches?  A nervous wreck.

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Hi LSS

Hope you got back into your routine without too much effort. Really enjoyed connecting with students this week.

Although it is noted at the bottom under “Dates coming up” I thought I would highlight that the quarter ends January 28^th. On the Friday only students that need to finish work for the quarter will be in session. So students get it done and take the January 29^th (Friday off). Buses will be running on the 29^th for any students who need to come in.

Provincial Assessments

Literacy 10 and Numeracy 10 assessments take place from Jan 25-28^th. If your child is involved in the assessment this session you will have received a notice by email and a paper copy of the notice was provided to your child this week as well. More information on these assessments can be found here:

https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/provincial/grade-10-numeracy-assessment

https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/provincial/grade-10-literacy-assessment

Student Learning Surveys

Every year the Ministry of Education conducts learning surveys with our grade 10 and 12 students and parents/caregivers.  Grade 10 and 12 students will be taking the short 15 minute survey between January 18^th and February 23^rd in their classes.  Parents/caregivers are invited to participate in the survey as well any time between now and April 30^th using the following link: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sat_survey/access.htm
Once on the page, under Parents and “Direct Access-No logon number required” choose our school district (Nanaimo-Ladysmith 68), school, language of preference and “Log on”.  Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. The survey covers a range of topics, providing a comprehensive picture of the educational experience in B.C. Public Schools. The information gathered is used to assess the effectiveness of educational programs, to improve educational program delivery and to report on student performance and achievements toward system goals such as Human and Social Development and Career Development.

PAC fund raiser – Bottle collection
This might be the easiest fundraiser you have ever participated in! Take your empty Refundable beverage containers to the bottle depot and drop them off (they sort them and deposit the funds into the PAC account). That is it. Okay, there is a little bit more, but not much:

The only things you need are

• Large Clear (see-through) plastic bag(s)
• Refundable items – Friends, Family and Neighbours are great sources of refundable bottles, cans, and boxes
• Bags should not be too heavy, please split into multiple bags if necessary
• The school phone number 250 245 3043

The bag label kiosk at the Ladysmith Bottle Depot is inside to the right of the registers. At the kiosk you input the phone number 250 245 3043, confirm that it is Ladysmith Secondary PAC, choose the number of bags you’re depositing and print the labels. Place one label on each bag and deposit in the proper bin.  There is a limit of 6 bags per drop off. – I’ve tried it and it was awesome.

Virtual Programs – see flyer
See the attached flyer for various programs offered

Experience VIU Virtually – see flyer attached for more details.

Join us online to learn more about Vancouver Island University in this informative and fun open house-style event. While things may be different this year, we’re committed to helping you choose a program, discover the many services and supports available to you as a student, and get your questions answered.

Click on the link for more information and to register: http://viu.ca/experience and then drop in during any of the below times:

Saturday, January 16, 2021 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from 1:00 – 6:30 pm

Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 1:00 – 6:30 pm

Please note, if registering on behalf of a group or class, each participant must register individually in order to be entered to win the tuition credit.

Future Student Information Sessions

Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uto0E65ESuOeB7Q3I0jFYQ

Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g900j2ZSQfyq1D_MtT4rZA

Future Student Parent Nights

Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ql6TQQxFQ1C6AKTA4Sv4og

Wednesday, March 15 at 6:00 p.m. – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V7yQeRDOS-qaARjxukYAdA

Student Experience Panels

Tuesday, January 19, 2021 – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Us4SdDb6R0Cv7D_a4_UMhg

Monday, February 22, 2021 – https://viu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EYRuZ7eiS-2Px0hNBbDSSw

To learn more about our upcoming events, visit: http://viu.ca/recruitment-events

Dates coming up
Jan 28^th – Last day of regular classes for Quarter 2
Jan 29^th – Students not in session as staff prepare for Quarter 3
Feb 1^st – Quarter 3 starts

Feb 8^th -10^th – Course Selection

Feb 8^th and 9^th– Grad Photo Retakes

See you soon,

Dave Travers
Principal Ladysmith secondary school
250 245-3043

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Monday, January 11, 2021  

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Green Bean), Short Order is Chicken Fingers with Fries, Salad Special is Greek Salad with Pita & Tzatziki, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Chicken Fettuccine with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Nova Scotia Style Beef Donair and the Dessert is Nanaimo Bar

And now for today’s Dad joke

The fact that I can’t turn my light off, keeps me up at night

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Friday, January 8, 2021

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for Monday.  The soup is Chipotle Pumpkin & Corn (GF/Vegan), Short Order is Crispy Chicken Clubhouse Wrap with Fries, Salad Special is Greek Salad with Pita & Tzatziki, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Chicken Fettuccine with Garlic Focaccia, Sandwich Special is Nova Scotia Style Beef Donair and the Dessert is Chocolate Mousse

And now for today’s Dad joke

My buddy went bald years ago, but still carries around an old comb with him.  He just can’t part with it.

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!

Good Morning Ladysmith!

These are your announcements for

Thursday, January 7, 2021  

Peer Tutors

Attention all Peer Tutors!  Just a friendly reminder that all of your end of term assignments are due this Monday, January 11, 2021.  If you have any questions/concerns please see Ms. Lechthaler.  Thank youJ !

Cafeteria

Please stop by the cafeteria and pre-order your lunch for tomorrow.  The soup is Creamy Tomato Basil (Lacto-Vegetarian), Short Order is Chipotle Beef Quesadilla with Caesar Salad, Salad Special is Spinach Salad with Bacon, Onion, Mushrooms, Feta & Hardboiled Egg, Chef’s Salad is Organic Greens, Pea Shoots, Fresh Veggies, Hardboiled Egg, Ham, Chicken & Cheese, Pasta Special is Mac’n’Cheese with Garlic Focaccia (Lacto-Vegetarian), Sandwich Special is BBQ Chicken Caesar Wrap and the Dessert is Apple Crisp

Masks

Please remember to cut the elastics off of single use masks before you throw them away, it helps save the wildlife.

 And now for today’s Dad joke

Knock Knock, who’s there?  Dwayne.  Dwayne who?  Dwayne the tub I’m drowning.

• Try your best!!
• Get better each day!!
• Do the right thing!!
• It’s the 49er way!!