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Thursday, November 6 |GISS Announcements 

'Uy' Netulh~ |Good Morning,  

To begin our day in a good way, let us take a moment to show gratitude for the Hul'q'umi'num and SECOTEN speaking peoples. Acknowledging that the Gulf Islands, on the territory of the Coast Salish People, is the place we have come to call home. Where we get to enjoy all the beautiful things that make up the water and the land. May we continue walking our path of reconciliation through education, awareness, and advocacy.  

Good Luck to the Sr Girls volleyball this weekend as they travel to Timberline to play at the north island championships! You can check GISS athletics Instagram for updates on how the team is doing! 

This year November 8th falls on Saturday and so we can easily miss the significance of is this day, which is designated to show gratitude for the contributions and sacrifices made by thousands of Indigenous men and women who volunteered for each of Canada's War Efforts. Why is having this day necessary? Due to the discriminatory practices of the government and Canadian society at the time, Indigenous veterans were denied recognition and benefits given to others. In fact, enfranchisement caused them to lose their identity. The truth about their treatment is now well-understood, so, as another act of Reconciliation, on Saturday we are asked to acknowledge and honour our Indigenous Veterans. 

Attention all students and staff: This morning at 10:30am we will be pausing so that all students can complete their Core Competency and Self Reflection and Goal Setting Form. Mr. Massey will be sending all students an email with a link to the form just before 10:30am today and will make an announcement at 10:30am reminding everyone to pause to complete their form. A link to the form is also posted as an event for today's date on the Calendar of our website and app, for those having trouble accessing their email. Any students needing access to a device can come to the library lab to complete their reflection. This is an activity that is a part of the reporting process for all students in our province, which means yes you must do it!   Thank you! 

Any Sr. Girls basketball players interested in playing, there will be a quick meeting at the beginning of lunch.  

Jr. Boys basketball try-outs will take place next Thursday from 6:30-8:30 and Friday 4:30-6:30. 

No Jr. Boys basketball practice tomorrow. 

Cross-country athletes: Please bring your jerseys/singlets to Mr. Ouhammou's class as soon as you can. Thank you.  

Jr. Girls basketball try-outs will take place next Monday from 6:30-8:30 and Wednesday from 4:30-6:30. This is for all grade 8,9, 10 girls interested in playing. If you have any questions, please see Tony Mason. 

Sr. boys' basketball try-outs will take place today from 6:30-8:30. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Langdon. 

Bob Ross Paint Night next Thursday, Nov 13th! Snacks, drinks, and sweets included with the $5 entry fee. Bring your friends and your artistic spirit! See you there! 

Technology Field Trip to Camosun College on Thursday, December 4th – A Few Spots Left!