TRU Spring Break Experience

Rotary Adventure in Tourism

Our local Rotary club has been accepted to send a student to this adventure!  It takes place from Sunday, April 07 to Friday, April 12, in Kelowna.  

Criteria:  

• students should not be smokers
• students should be aware of any food or animal allergies and fully disclose this info
• students should disclose any medication or health concerns
• students should be capable of walking a trail for 1 hour
• students should be between 16 and 18 and be in good standing in the community and their        school
• students should be academically sound and be able to continue being successful in their studies
• students should demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills

If you are interested in this opportunity, please answer the following questions and drop off to Mrs. Wallach by March 13th.

1.  Have you traveled and what did you like about traveling?

2.  Are you interested in a career in the tourism industry?  What areas? 

3.  How are your grades and what courses are you taking?

4.  What do you plan to do when you leave Secondary School?

5.  What do you know about the tourism industry in Revelstoke?

6.  Why are you interested in attending this program in Kelowna?

7.  What future do you see for the tourism industry in Revelstoke?

8.  What do you know about Kelowna?

Video Contest--$5,500 in Apple Products and Prizes

1st prize wins:

 a Mac Book Pro 13″ 2.5 GHz (value $1,119) and $2,000 for 1st Prize winner’s high school to support trades and technology  education.

2nd prize wins:

an Apple iPad with Retina display, 16GB (value $499) and $1,000  for 2nd Prize winner’s high school to support trades and technology education.

3rd prize wins:

an Apple iPad MIni, 16GB (value $329) and $500 (five hundred dollars) for 3rd Prize winner’s high school to support trades and technology education.

Full details and rules available here.

Law and Medicine University of Toronto Summer Youth Program

Click here to download a brochure.

Win an IPAD!

2013 Grade 6-12 Technology Scholarship and
Grade 12 Essay Scholarship

Grades 6-12 Technology Scholarship
The Technology Scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in technology-based learning. The BCSSA and Apple Canada invite BC public school students in grades 6-12 to design a website for a school or community group. It can be the school basketball team, the school band or a local not-for-profit organization. The winners will receive a scholarship prize of an Apple iPad . There are seven iPad awards, one in each of the grade-level entry categories: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11 and Grade 12.
Download the flyer and entry form here.

Grade 12 Essay Scholarship
The Grade 12 Essay Scholarship provides financial assistance to BC public school students planning to pursue a teaching career. One scholarship winner will be chosen among finalists from each of the BCSSA's six regional chapters by a committee of educators. The winner will receive $1000, and the five finalists will receive $200 each. In addition to submitting an essay (1000 words maximum), applicants must provide a transcript of grades and two letters of reference attesting to school/community leadership.
The topic for the 2013 Grade 12 Essay Scholarship is "Technology as learning tool - How might schools utilize technology effectively to enhance student learning?"
Download the flyer and entry form here.
Entries must be received by April 5, 2013. Send to:
BC School Superintendents Association
Suite 208, 1118 Homer Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 6L5

Youth Summit: Sustainable Transportation

Win $200, $300, $500 in the DX Canadian Highschool Design Competition

Visit DX.ORG/HSDESIGNCOMP for info.

Win an IPad, And IPOD Touch or Headphones!

Links:  http://www.acareerinminingbc.ca    career.development@sd27.bc.ca

Find a Job at the Job Fair!

Date:  February 25, 2013
Location:  Revelstoke Community Centre
Time:  11:00 am-6:00 pm
Go to www.bcjobsplan.ca for more information on job fairs and skills training.

LPI Test - April 18th

DEADLINE: APRIL 9TH!
Click on the page below to see a larger print version with the LPI information

Beijing Internation Student Summer Camp

Our Canadian students have another AMAZING opportunity to visit China for the Beijing International Student Summer Camp!  (July 12th – 21st, 2013).  There are three spots reserved for RSS students.  Click here for the application form.

50 students from across BC will be selected to participate in this incredible intercultural experience, which brings together over 700 students from something like 28 different countries to learn more about China and get to know each other.  It is absolutely Awesome!  There are Chinese language classes and cultural activities, a kung-fu show, various sightseeing tours, shopping in the Silk Market, a chance to climb the Great Wall, plus tons of cool young people from all over the world.  Best of all, everything in China is paid for by the hosting organization (food, accommodation, language teachers, tour guides, admission fees, etc.).  The cost for students (age 14 – 18) will be approx. $2000 or less, which covers the airfare, medical insurance, and a $200 administration fee.

 Check out the photos from last year! -  China facebook pictures

Final Due Date:  Monday, March 4th.  Get your applications in ASAP!

Minerva foundation for BC Women

Minerva is hosting their twelfth annual Learning to Lead program from May 24-26.  This is an exceptional all-expense paid opportunity for Grade 11 female students to meet and interact with graduate students, young professional women and accomplished community leaders for a weekend of inspiring speakers and workshops.

RSS can nominate one outstanding female Grade 11 student leader to apply.  Twenty-four students from BC will be selected to attend.  The student's leadership accomplishments in her school or community may be in the area of service, athletics, volunteering, student counsel or other endeavours.  Let you counsellor know if you are interested in being nominated.

Rotary Adventure in Citizenship

Click on the pages below to see more details.  Our local Rotary club is offering to send an RSS student, aged 16-18 years old, on a four day trip to Ottawa, Ontario for an "Adventure in Citizenship"  Let Mrs Wallach or Mrs Hoshizaki know if you are interested!

RCMP Jean Minguy Memorial Youth Academy

For more information visit the website at: http://www.sd22.bc.ca/RCMP/index.html

Like Woodwork? Interested in Skiing Equipment?

Learn the in's and out's of what goes into making high performance skis.  Alocal ski manufacturer is willing to sponsor RSS students who wish to gain work experience in this field.  See Ms Milmine if you are interested.

Carousel of Nations

The Carousel of Nations will be taking place on Saturday, February 2 from 4 till 7pm.  We are looking for volunteers to help out with a few tasks such as setting up, selling food tickets and/or clean up/take down. Contact Ms Vincent if you're interested in helping out (even if only for an hour).  

Studying Abroad

volume 12, No. 11 / December 2012
	Studying Abroad Featured Articles     Is an International Internship Right for You? International internships are a great way for students who are wondering “what next”. Going abroad provides cultural knowledge, possible language training, career related experiences, and a unique global perspective that will be sure to impress employers. Find out more about Career Snapshots and how to travel while building your professional resume.       Why You Should Study Abroad..and Where To Find Funding There are many different ways of incorporating an international study experience into your undergraduate studies.       How To Study Abroad This Summer If you want to use your summer wisely, consider these alternatives. For a truly unforgettable summer vacation, think big and plan on going international. International experience will add that something extra to your résumé that is really going to make a difference and make you stand out.

Interesting in hosting an Exchange Student?

Looking for a host family for a German student who is coming to Revelstoke for the second semester.  He is 14 years old turning 15 in March, and likes nature, the outdoors, sports, especially soccer, and skiing!
He is very allergic to cats so that is a consideration.

The host family needs to provide the student with his own bedroom, desk, closet, meals and welcome him into their home and share their life with him.


Please contact Mrs. W. Beitel at 250-837-2672 or email at:  wbeitel@mliesl.com

Video Editing?

If you are interested in helping to produce/edit a simple video explaining
avalanche snow pit observations (for grade 6 audience) please see Ms Milmine.

Cook?

We are looking for a motivated individual who is interested in a future culinary career. This person will be working along side our chef, helping with prep, learning to make basic dishes, and helping with dishwashing/clean-up. This position is for approx 3-4 evenings a week (Thursday-Sunday) and the approx. hours would be 5-9pm, we are offering a competitive wage! Please apply with a resume in person to the front desk at Peaks Lodge and ask for Gus!
 

Cocoa House

Friday, December 7there will a Youth Cocoa House from 7:30 - 9:30pm at the United Church.

This is a night of music, poetry , dancing, you name it! Your opportunity to get up on the stage and perform!

All are welcome!

Any performers can get in touch with Amy at 250-814-8663 or show up between 6 and 7 to sign up for their act!

Like Theatre?

For those of you who like the theatre, there may be opportunities for you to learn and practice the fine art of ushering. The Revelstoke Community Theatre is seeking young usher volunteers. See Ms Milmine for more info.

Volunteer for Nordic Midget Championships

The Teck Midget Championships will be held in Revelstoke on March 2/3, 2013 and hosted by the Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club (RNSC). This is a popular children’s event that has been hosted by various cross country ski clubs in BC for approximately 15 years.

The RNSC are drawing heavily upon the help and resources of its membership to organize and run a successful event (75 volunteers per day).  The tasks are varied from assisting with the bus shuttle service, awards/event banquet, parking lot attendant, concession, race office, as well as an array of roles assisting in officiating. Students will be well looked after by those responsible for key positions in the event which will include an orientation. Voluntary help may be needed one day or both depending on the task and the student’s availability. A shuttle service will be run from town to the Mt. McPherson trails throughout the weekend which would facilitate students to get to & from.

All event volunteers are covered for 3rd party liability insurance under the provincial sporting body Cross Country BC. The coordinator for event volunteers is Penny Page-Brittin brittins@telus.net.  “expressions of interested” accepted anytime. Deadline preferably by first week of February when the new semester begins.

Science Challenge

 
To help celebrate Canada’s 50 years in space and Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield’s upcoming mission, students across Canada are invited to participate in the Canadian Space Agency’s Canadian Science Challenge to design a science experiment at home or at school for the chance to have their experiment conducted in space by Chris himself. To make it even more exciting, the experiment must only use items that are available on the International Space Station. Please click here to see the list.
 
Until December 31st, 2012, students can submit experiment designs for review by a panel of scientists. The top ten submissions will be featured on the Canadian Space Agency website. The winner will be determined by public voting and will be announced in February. The winning classroom will even have a live video connection with Chris Hadfield as he performs the experiment aboard the International Space Station! Find out more information at http://goo.gl/dg5ib
 

Marketing Assistant Wanted

The Revelsotke Chamber of Commerce is seeing a Marketing Assistant.

Work Tasks:
Assist in tourism marketing, website maintenance, Social Media Marketing, assiting staff with visitor assistance, planning and promotig local community initiatives and events, general office administration.

Skills Required: Experience or interest in tourism marketing and visitor experiences, Internet savvy in website content management, social media, Good communication skills, second language is a definite asset, computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe.

Wage: $10/50-$15.00/hour depending on education and expereience.

When: Immediately to March 31st. Maximum 420 hours. Hours between 8:30 AMto 5:00 PM. HOurs to be determined based on availablility.

To Apply: Please send your resume to Judy Goodman executive@revelstokechamber.com.

Closing Date: November 30, 2012.