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Connecting Belmont Students to the Community and to the Future
Congratulations to all the students who participated in Belmont's Career Education Program. Through Work Experience, Secondary School Apprenticeship(SSA), Job Shadows, Informational Interviews, Career Exploration and ACE IT Programs, students gained valuable skills to transition to work and careers.
Congratulations to all the students who participated in Belmont's Career Education Program. Through Work Experience, Secondary School Apprenticeship(SSA), Job Shadows, Informational Interviews, Career Exploration and ACE IT Programs, students gained valuable skills to transition to work and careers.
Esquimalt Dockyard Positions
Job opportunities and Secondary School Apprenticeships were available to high school students in the Trades and Food Services areas over the summer of 2011. Listen to the announcements in February/March for postitions for 2012.
Camosun College Open House
Five buses filled with students went to the Open House at Camosun College on May 5, 2011. Students from Mr. Bendall's, Mr. Chan, Mrs. Coates,
Mr. Dube's, Mr. Leslie and Mr. Powell's were free to wander into all the buildings, see what the classrooms and labs looked like, talk to instructors and Camosun students and imagined themselves as future Camosun College students! Students got a chance to "get their hands on their stuff"! They made some noise, picked up the tools, pressed buttons, played some games and had fun learning about Camosun College from all angles!
Pictures of the Open House are posted on http://camosun.ca/ccr/events/open-house.html
Mr. Dube's, Mr. Leslie and Mr. Powell's were free to wander into all the buildings, see what the classrooms and labs looked like, talk to instructors and Camosun students and imagined themselves as future Camosun College students! Students got a chance to "get their hands on their stuff"! They made some noise, picked up the tools, pressed buttons, played some games and had fun learning about Camosun College from all angles!
Pictures of the Open House are posted on http://camosun.ca/ccr/events/open-house.html
LYNC (Leading Youth to New Careers) at Camosun College
Get a headstart on your career path by signing up for a LYNC Program while still enrolled at Belmont. Camosun College offers Automotive Service Technician, Business Access, Carpentry, Professional Cook, Electrical, Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanic, Horticulture, Health Care Assistant, Joinery, Metal Fabrication, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Piping, Sheet Metal and Welding Programs for high school students. Student who meet the prerequisites will have their tuition paid for by the school district plus receive dual credits for high school and Camosun. Contact the Career Centre for more information or go to http://camosun.ca/learn/lync/
Spaghetti Bridge Competition
Belmont students in Mr. Dube's, Mr. Chan's and Mr. Leslie's classes competed in the 18th annual Spaghetti Bridge Competition during Camosun College Open House on May 5, 2011. The bridges were build and tested at Belmont and the winning bridges were transported to Camosun for the competition. The event was hosted by Camosun Civil Engineering Department. For details and rules about the competition go to http://civil.camosun.bc.ca/spaghetti_bridge/
To check out the winners of the 2011 competition go to http://civil.camosun.bc.ca/spaghetti_bridge/2011ResultsSenior.pdf
To check out the winners of the 2011 competition go to http://civil.camosun.bc.ca/spaghetti_bridge/2011ResultsSenior.pdf
Secondary School Apprenticeship Scholarship Winners - 2010 Grads
Congratulations to the two Belmont students who were each awarded scholarships of $1000 at the School District Board Meeting on April 26, 2011. Both students maintained a C+ average in their Grade 12 level subjects and worked a minimum of 1100 hours in their trade.
Skills Canada - South Vancouver Island Regional Competition
The goal of Skills Canada BC is to encourage students to explore areas of interest in the trades and technology fields. Students have an opportunity to compete in 3D Computer Animation, Architectural CAD, Automotive Servie, Cabinet Making, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Fashion Technology, Electronics, Graphic Design, Mechanical CAD, Welding, Automotive Collision Repair, Baking, Hairdressing, Electrical Wiring,
IT - Network Systems Administration, Masonry and Robotics.
This year, Belmont entered three students in the Hairdressing Competition, one student in Welding and three students in Cabinet Making on Friday, March 4, 2011 at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, BC.
Congratulations goes to Amber who won Gold in the Hairdressing Competition, she will advance to the provincial event at TRADEX, Abbotsford, BC on April 20, 2011. We wish her good luck in the provincial competition.
IT - Network Systems Administration, Masonry and Robotics.
This year, Belmont entered three students in the Hairdressing Competition, one student in Welding and three students in Cabinet Making on Friday, March 4, 2011 at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, BC.
Congratulations goes to Amber who won Gold in the Hairdressing Competition, she will advance to the provincial event at TRADEX, Abbotsford, BC on April 20, 2011. We wish her good luck in the provincial competition.
Langford Firefighter for a Day
On February 17, 2011 ten Belmont students had a snapshot of what it is like to be a firefighter. Each student was issued turnout gear and learned about fire behaviour and extinguishment. Practical training with the day crew and the Firefighter Combat Challenge were the highlights of the day.
P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth)
Belmont Planning Students attended Victoria General Hospital for the P.A.R.T.Y Program.
This injury prevention program is aimed at teens to help educate them about the consequences
of poor decision-making in relation to risk-taking behaviors such as drinking and driving, lack of seat belt
use, not wearing a bike helmet etc. Students experienced the process a trauma patient goes through from crash scene to rehabilitation.
This injury prevention program is aimed at teens to help educate them about the consequences
of poor decision-making in relation to risk-taking behaviors such as drinking and driving, lack of seat belt
use, not wearing a bike helmet etc. Students experienced the process a trauma patient goes through from crash scene to rehabilitation.
Police Camp 2011
Congratulations to the five Belmont students who successfully competed with 80 lower Vancouver Island students for one of the 50 spots in Police Camp 2011. From March 12 to 19, 2011 the students participated in rigorous physical training, shift work, lectures on police related topics, and other challenging aspects of police work. Following the lectures, the students participated in simulation exercises including a night shift. The 8-day event concluded with a much deserved Graduation Ceremony.
Students out on Work Experience 2010-11
School-arranged work experience offers students the opportunity to explore careers of their choice. Students observe and practice the skills required in the work place and job readiness skills for specific occupations and careers.
University of Victoria - Engineering Tour
On Wednesday, November 10, 2010 Belmont students toured the Computer Science and Engineering Departments. The presentations were hands-on and interactive. In Software Engineering the students programmed Tipsey the Clown to turn and walk using the Alice programming environment; in Electrical Engineering lighted circuit boards were made using electronic parts following a schematic, in Mechanical Engineering the students learned how the Reynolds Number applied to the wind tunnel and to turbulent flow. The most popular activities were in Mechantronics. Students saw roombas and helium filled mylar balloons adapted and programmed to move in a variety of ways. The tour ended with a complimentary lunch of pizza and a beverage.
National Science & Technology Week
On Wednesday, November 3, 2010 Belmont students participated in the National Science & Technology Week organized by the South Island Partnership. Students listened to presentations on career options in the growing technology sector and had a tour of the businesses within the Vancouver Island Tech Park. They also had the opportunity to engage in hand-on activities and tour the facilities in Science & Technology and Trades & Technology Departments.
Luxton Fair Special Needs Day
On September 17, 2010 twenty six Belmont students volunteered to help with Luxton Fair Special Needs Day annual event.
Vancouver Island Construction Association Scholarship Winners
VICA is committed to supporting youth in developing rewarding careers in the construction industry. This year, VICA presented scholarships to three SD#62 2009 graduates. These students were the top ranking students in their trade while attending Camosun College. Congratulations to Kody W. (plumbing), Adam O. (welding), Cam F.(Carpentry). Greg Baynton, president of VICA presented the prestigious awards during the Board Meeting on April 27, 2010.
Secondary School Apprenticeship Scholarship Winners-2009 Grads
Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA)recognizes students who are working in a trade while registered in high school. Students receive 16 high school credits for 480 paid hours supervised by a Trades Qualified Person. They are also eligible for a scholarship of $1,000 if they receive a C+ or better average in their Grade 12 level subjects and work in the trade 5 months after graduating.
Students out on Work Experience 2009-10
Langford Firefighter for a Day -2010
On February 11, 2010 five Belmont students participated in the Langford Firefighter for a Day Program. The students experienced intensive training and practised fire service, teamwork and practical skills used by Firefighters. Langford Firefighter for a Day program is the first step to becoming a Junior Firefighter.
Go to http://www.cityoflangford.ca/fire/juniorfirefighters.html for more information.
Go to http://www.cityoflangford.ca/fire/juniorfirefighters.html for more information.
Skills Canada 2010- South Vancouver Island Region
On Friday, March 26, 2010 high school students from the South Vancouver Island region competed in the Skills Canada Competition held at Camosun College Interurban Campus and Pacific Design Academy and Pacific Film & New Media Academy.
The competition provided an opportunity for young Canadians studying a skilled trade or technology to be tested against exacting standards and against their peers from across the nation. Students vie to win the honour of being crowned the best in their chosen discipline and the gold winners will advance to the provincial event held in Abbotsford, BC.
Belmont had one student compete in the Fashion Technology Competition and two students compete in the Joinery/Cabinetmaking Competition.
The competition provided an opportunity for young Canadians studying a skilled trade or technology to be tested against exacting standards and against their peers from across the nation. Students vie to win the honour of being crowned the best in their chosen discipline and the gold winners will advance to the provincial event held in Abbotsford, BC.
Belmont had one student compete in the Fashion Technology Competition and two students compete in the Joinery/Cabinetmaking Competition.
Belmont Builders - ACE IT Carpentry Program
The Belmont Builders are presently working on two projects. One project is an Equipment and Services shed for the Metchosin Works Yard courtesy of Larry Trembly, a Metchosin Councilor. The second is an addition to the residence of Brad and Kay Fenn in Langford. Both projects are being built to the B.C. Building Code standards, are being inspected and will give students a good introduction to formwork and framing.
Here are pictures of the students out on the job site.
Here are pictures of the students out on the job site.
Career Fair 2010 - Connect to Your Future
On Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Belmont Secondary School hosted the annual School District Career Fair in the South Gym. Over 40 exhibitors participated in helping students connect to their future.
In conjunction with the Career Fair, a Resource Fair and Panel Discussion was held for parents of students with Special Needs.
In conjunction with the Career Fair, a Resource Fair and Panel Discussion was held for parents of students with Special Needs.
Police Camp 2009Two Belmont Students were selected to participate in Police Camp 2009 at Albert Head. Over the eight days they were exposed to rigorous physical training, shift work, lectures on police related topics, and other challenging aspects of police work. Following the lectures, the "cadets" participated in simulation exercises which anchored the lessons taught in the classroom. The highlight of Police Camp is Night Simulation Exercises; this is when the "cadets" conducted a variety of different simulated criminal investigations.
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SSA (Secondary School Apprenticeship) Scholarship Winners - 2008 GradsSSA Scholarships of $1,000.00 were presented at a School Board Meeting in April 2009 to nine Belmont Students. These students completed the 16 credits in SSA, maintained a C+ or better average in their Grade 12 level subjects and worked in their trade five months after graduating.
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LYNC - Leading Youth to New Careers - a Partnership with Camosun CollegeHigh School students can enrol in the LYNC Programs at Camosun College and receive both high school credits and Camosun Credits.
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  Door Prize Winner - Marine Industry Career Fair
Congratulations to this Belmont Student who won a door prize at the Marine Industry Career Fair on November 5, 2009.
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