A Message from Mr.  Jerry Salvador, Head of School

We’ve had a terrific first week at Brookes Westshore.  Our focus has been on Building our Brookes Community.  Thus, we have spent the week getting to know each other, getting to know our classes and activities programme, and for our non-resident students, getting to know Victoria. As part of our students Discovering Victoria, last Saturday our boarders visited iconic Butchart’s Gardens and not only experienced the lovely gardens but managed to see the exciting musical fireworks extravaganza. 

Orientation on campus was geared towards course selection and a general introduction to this terms activities programme. Students spent time in their cross-grade advisory groups – a pathway for community support throughout the year. Advisory groups this year will be organized slightly different with a smaller range of grade groupings. Advisors will be taking a greater role in mentoring and providing guidance to our students.

On Wednesday, the entire school visited beautiful East Sooke Park. It was a fun day filled with hiking, a visit to the ancient First Nations petroglyphs, a curious encounter with local sea lions, and a lovely picnic on the beach. 

Today, we will be ending the first week of classes with a welcome back BBQ.  We hope all the local families and, of course, all those international families still in Victoria, will come and join us.  This is a great opportunity to meet the teachers and staff.    
 

We have laid a strong foundation for a successful year; building mutual support and understanding across our community. What a wonderful first week at Brookes Westshore and we look forward to a brilliant 2019-2020. 

Sincerely, 

A Message from Sheri Onushko,
Director of Admissions

UNIFORM INFORMATION

Brookes Jackets will be on sale for THIS WEEK ONLY! Please place your orders as soon as possible. Jacket samples will be available to try on at the Brookes Westshore Welcome BBQ  or at the uniform store all next week. 

Please submit your order no later than Friday, September, 13 at 4:00 p.m.  The School will be ordering in bulk from this supplier, thus are unable to put orders one-off orders in the future. Please ensure that your child tries on the jacket before purchasing as we will not be able to exchange or refund your jacket once ordered. 

Please find below the detailed costs: 

• Puffy jackets: $83.75 (including tax)
• Rain jackets - 
  Youth: $140.40 (including tax)
  Adult: $153.30 (including tax)

For payment, all day students have the possibility to pay by cash or cheque. Boarding students may order jackets and the School will charge the cost to individual uniform or incidental accounts. If students are unable to place their order at the BBQ, please visit Ms. Andrea Salvador at the uniform store this week. 

To book an appointment, contact Andrea Salvador at asalvador@westshore.brookes.org. 

The School will inform students and parents of when the jackets will be available, but we expect jackets to be delivered by September 30. 

Please find the Brookes Westshore Uniform Policy below. Included is a list of items for students to purchase.

POLICIES & HANDBOOKS

Quick Links: 

- Residence Behavioural Policy 
- Smoking Policy 
- Acceptable Use of Technology Policy 
 

A Message from Brookes Westshore Communications

We are excited to launch our first school-wide video providing our community with a glimpse into our caring and inclusive community, cross-cultural environment, rigorous academic programs and a look into the modern facilities offered to all students. A home away from home, Brookes Westshore provides a family atmosphere where all students are encouraged to unlock their potential. 
 

Important Dates

September 6
Welcome BBQ for parents and students

October 14
Thanksgiving holiday (Offices closed)

October 17
 School Photos

October 25
 Professional Development Day (School Open, No Classes)

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