Brookes students took part in the annual Victoria Santa Parade last Saturday.

Dear Brookes Westshore Families and Friends,

This week has been a testament to the vibrant spirit of teamwork and sportsmanship within our school community! Congratulations to our Grade 5 boys’ basketball team for their first experience of representing Brookes in the Future Stars tournament last weekend. And congratulations to our senior boys’ basketball team for winning their first league game on Tuesday, defeating their opponent 71-32!

This week, we also had our School House Volleyball Cup! Witnessing students from all houses showcase their skills on the volleyball court was truly inspiring, creating an atmosphere filled with cheers, encouragement, and unwavering school pride. A big thank you to the championship organizer, Mr. B and the house captains, and our stellar volleyball coach, Mr. T! Congratulations to the Lynx house for winning the Junior House Championship and the Orca house for winning the Senior House Championship! These two teams have earned the opportunity to challenge the staff on Tuesday, December 12, at 3:30 pm. The junior Lynx team will play first, followed by the senior Orca team. We look forward to an unforgettable display of athleticism and unity!

As we applaud our athletes for their victories, let’s also acknowledge the triumphs of kindness and service that unite us as a school community. Thanks to everyone who contributed so generously to our toy drive, food drive, and blanket drive, organized by our MYP5 and DP1 students. The toys will go to the CFAX Toy Drive, the food will go to the Goldstream Food Bank, and the blankets will go to Children’s Hospice. It is heartwarming to see our students trying to help bring some holiday cheer for people who are less fortunate and to make a positive impact beyond the classroom.

Term 1 learning updates are issued today. All parents and guardians are encouraged to download a copy from ManageBac for your own files. We also encourage parents and guardians to take time to review your child(ren)’s progress and celebrate their achievements thus far.

A reminder that next week is the last week of ASA and the last day of school before winter break is December 15^th (early dismissal at 12:30).

With kind regards,

Dr. Rui Li

Principal

You can watch CHEK News's coverage of the Santa Parade here (we are at about 29 minutes). Thanks to everyone who took part!

MYP Assessment and Reporting

Our MYP Coordinator, Ms. Moroz, has recorded the short video below to support your understanding of MYP assessment, and to guide you through the latest learning updates.

Fun Friday

Fun Friday had a festive feel today as students decorated the school Christmas Tree in the dining hall. At the same time, some MYP 5 students handed out hot chocolate (and whipped cream!), while the gym was abuzz with remote control car racing. A great way to end the week!

House Volleyball Championship

The House Volleyball Championship took place this week with students representing the four school houses competing for house points and the right to challenge the teachers. We had a great two days of volleyball with the Junior House Championship kicking things off on Wednesday at lunch were the Lynx team prevailed over the Eagle team in the final. 

On Thursday the Sr. House Championship took place. In the first game Wolf took down Lynx in a close match to advance to the finals. Next, Orca managed to overcome a resilient Eagle team. Our third-place game had Lynx win a hard-fought battle against the Eagle team. In the Championship game Orca squared off against Wolf, it what was a battle of two titans. Some serious volleyball skills were on display in the final match as Orca eventually prevailed in extra points 27-25! 

Tuesday, December 12^th starting at 3:30pm, the Jr. Lynx team and the Senior Orca team will face off against the supremely confident and moderately competent Brookes Westshore staff team!

Winter Showcase 2023

Join us on Thursday, December 7th for a 6.30 pm performance by our students. This casual evening of entertainment will be a mix of music, song, skits, and much more. Our wonderful kitchen crew will provide snacks and drinks and you will be able to sit back and relax and be entertained! Please sign up here

School Ski Trip to Mt Washington Alpine Resort

Brookes Westshore is happy to announce the date of this year’s school wide trip to Mt. Washington Alpine Resort as Wednesday, January 24^th, 2024! 

Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding on the many snowy hills of Mt. Washington in the beautiful Comox Valley. There are packages available for all skill levels, including lift passes, gear rentals, & lessons.  

Prices range from $100 to $215 depending on the package selected.  

If you are not planning to attend, please use the sign-up button below and select the “not attending” option. Brookes Westshore will remain open to all students not going on the trip; therefore, it would be greatly appreciated if parents could let us know if their student is not attending so we can plan accordingly.  

Please use the sign-up button below to register your student. Schools buddy waivers will be available in December for those who have signed up and invoices will be sent to parents as soon as possible.  

For any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Brooklyn Mayoh or call the Brookes Westshore Front Desk.  

We look forward to seeing you all on the slopes!! 

SIGN UP HERE 

Spirit Week Coming the week of December 11th – December 15th.

• Monday: White out - Lets bring on the snow! Wear as much white as you can.
• Tuesday: House Colours - Games in the gym at lunch for house points, Teacher/ Student Volleyball after school.
• Wednesday: Twin Day – Find a friend and make sure you match! 
• Thursday: Festive Day – Red, Green, Bells, Reindeer, bring that holiday cheer! 
• Friday: PJ day – Lets take it easy on the last day of school, roll right out of bed and into your classroom.  

Spring Break Trips - India, the UK, and a winter tour of the best of BC!

We have three amazing trip opportunities for our students coming up in March 2024. The three trips available to students are:

UK Spring Break Tour (March 16th - 30th) - Grades 6-9 - $4,200 CAD

Cost is all inclusive including flight, insurance, accommodation, one week integration with the Brookes UK school and one week of tour activities.

India Spring Break Tour (March 16th - 30th) - Grades 10,11 - $4,600 CAD

Cost is all inclusive including flight, insurance, accommodation, one week integration with the Brookes Kochi school and one week of tour activities.

BC Winter Tour / skiing trip - (March 18th - 29th) Grades 8-12 - $3,950

Cost includes transportation, accommodation, skiing at Mt Washington, Whistler, Vancouver and a visit to Harrison Hot Springs.

If you missed the presentations from Graham Brown this week, you can find more detailed information here.

Pancake Breakfast 2023

Pancake Breakfast 2023: Saturday December 16th (starting at 9.30 am with two sittings). Join us for some delicious food and a whole lot of fun! All proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Goldstream Foodbank - help us reach our $3,000 goal!

Tickets ($20 for adults, $15 for children under 12) are on sale here!

If you would like to reserve a table - after you have bought your tickets - please let us know: events@westshore.brookes.org (tables are for a minimum of six people).

Food Drive 2023

DP1 students would like to invite you to donate for the first food drive this school year. The food will be taken to the Goldstream Foodbank.

Toy Drive 2023

Help spread some winter cheer this holiday season! Our Toy Drive Committee will be accepting donations this week, and every day until Christmas break.

Congratulations to the senior boys’ basketball team for winning their first league game this week. The team defeated Victor Brodeur 71-32!

Last weekend our grade 5 boys basketball team participated in the Victoria Future Stars Basketball Tournament at Belmont Highschool. Our team played hard with only 6 players each game, placing 6^th overall. Coaches Brooklyn and Luke were very proud of how they played and are excited to see where these future stars are heading!

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

The writing style is at once extremely artistic but also carries the story well. It is a WWII story, but not in the typical way that the time period is represented in historical fiction.

Ms. Julia

On Saturday, November 25th three of our Grade 12 students and parents attended the UVIC Open House.  

School Social Media Channels

Thanks to everyone who follows us on our social media channels - it is a great way for us to let you know what is happening and to share our school's activities and adventures with the widest possible audience. Your likes and follows help us reach new families and build our community across the globe.

If you'd like to help us reach further, and haven't yet followed us, please connect with us on Instagram @brookeswesthore, or on our Facebook page.

To keep up to date with our sister schools around the world, and see the work of the Brookes Education Group, follow them on Facebook and Instagram @brookeseducationgroup.

Brookes Westshore acknowledges that our school is on the traditional lands of the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Lekwungen (Songhees) ancestors and families.
With gratitude, we live, work and learn here where the past, present, and future of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty and staff come together.