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Students and stocks a good mix Junior Achievement program helps demystify investing in the markets for Belmont business students Don Descoteau News staff
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Belmont secondary business education 10 student Dylan Kaplan inspects the performance of one of his stock interests during a recent class. The students are participating in Junior Achievement B.C.’s Stock Market Challenge for 40 days, trying to maximize profits in their simulated portfolio.
Most of the students in Tom Grainger’s Business Education 10 class at Belmont secondary are staring intently at their computer monitors. Entranced by the very fluid nature of business stock prices – every minute or so the figures change, based on trading in the various exchanges – the teams are watching for the right time to buy, or sell, as a way of boosting their portfolio. But this exercise requires a lot more than simple guesswork. “We’ve been watching (tech company) San Disk. It jumped a lot today based on its quarterly earnings announcement,” says student Dylan Kaplan. He matter-of-factly adds, however, that he wouldn’t invest in the company in the real world, based on their earnings history. Learning how to research stocks is one aspect of the Investment Strategies Program, sponsored by Junior Achievement B.C. The non-profit’s online Stock Market Challenge sees pairs of students given $100,000
of simulated money to invest. They began with a four-day tutorial on the software, but have embarked on a 40-day challenge in which they monitor their portfolio and try to maximize profits, in competition with high school business students from B.C. and Alberta. “Courses like this help to demystify the complex world of stocks and business,” says John Clarke, a Junior Achievement volunteer and commercial account manager with BMO Bank of Montreal in Langford. He’s been working with the students once a week to give tips on investing and keep them on track. Grade 12 student Curtis Whittla, a peer tutor for this group, took the class two years ago and gained a serious interest in investing. Already accepted into the commerce program at the University of Victoria, he used knowledge gained through the Junior Achievement module to help launch his real-world investments. PlEASE SEE: Investment advice, Page A6
Trail building: Langford looks to connect main traffic routes Kyle Wells News staff
Drivers heading home to northern areas of Langford, or to Sooke from up island may soon have an easier time of it. The City of Langford is applying for a new federal infrastructure grant it would use to connect West Shore Parkway with Langford Parkway and Sooke Road, a wish-list plan which has previously been cost prohibitive.
Director of engineering Michelle Mahovlich said the estimated cost is $20 million. “(It’s) quite a significant project; it would create a lot of jobs,” she said. “We have dozens and dozens of inquires and requests (for this). We can certainly back the grant application with community support.” The federal grants, to be matched by the province, are intended for projects that work toward the betterment of a region. Langford’s portion would come out of
road development funds raised from developers, leaving taxpayers off the hook. Nearby developments such as Kettle Creek and Westhills, which have a vested interest in this project, may pay directly for some of the work and get credit from the city. The plan calls for Westshore Parkway to extend 3.5 kilometres, beyond the railway tracks, to a roundabout at the end of Langford Parkway. From there it would connect with Sooke Road at Awsworth Road.
The route will give greater access to northwest areas of Langford and to Sooke. The road would be three lanes, one in each direction plus a centre turning lane, plus bike lanes, but no sidewalks. On Point Project Engineers Ltd. was awarded a $75,000 design contract for the project as part of applying for the grant. Mahovlich doesn’t expect an answer about the grant until late 2014 or early 2015. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com
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nection with kids,” she says. Taking time to get to know a student and what makes them tick is also a key ingredient to making a difference, she adds. Don Descoteau She recalls her son’s Grade 5 News staff teacher took an interest in him Parents of school-aged children have a and enjoyed his writing, but was also aware he had a younger sisunique perspective on teachers. Most parents are far removed from the ter. Upon being shown a colourdays sitting in classrooms listening to les- ful painting by the Grade 2 sibsons. Regardless how they view their own ling, the teacher bought a matte experience, their interest in education takes for the work and gave it to the new emphasis once their kids begin school. brother, saying the painting would23302 look nice framed. Mount Douglas secondary parents advi- Docket: 115 Thorncliffe Park Drive Ontario 247 - JWT eight years to Client: Fast forward sory council Toronto president Wendy Joyce, a pubM4H 1M1 Ads Name: Participation Having heard her daughlic school parent since 2000, knows someJob today. Tel 416•696•2853 Lara Vanderheide Production Contact: ter remark how she is enjoying social studteachers have more impact than others. “When I look at all the teachers we’ve ies class for the first time, Joyce gained a encountered over the years, it’s not neces- glimpse into why, during a parent-teacher B:5.8125” sarily about who’s got the most experience, interview. The teacher said he doesn’t focus solely but more about who can inspire the kids, T:5.8125” marks, but notices whether students who’s engaging and who can make that con- onS:5.8125”
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Joyce has heard from fellow parents over the years how “that teacher just does not get my kid.” She doubts anyone could go through the entire K-12 with their child and not encountering both types of teacher. She lights up talking about running into her kids’ past teachers who ask about them, their unique interests and the direction they’re heading. That kind of connection, she says – clearly they were paying close attention at the time – can’t help but have an impact on children down the road. “That says to them, ‘I’m a special individual to this person, I’m important,’” Joyce says. “All those things that really make a difference.” ddescoteau@vicnews.com
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Getting ready for royalty Students and parents helping play a role in shaping new school’s culture Kyle Wells News staff
Royal Bay secondary may be little more than a skeletal framework, but its future occupants are already planning out the school they envision heading into in September 2015. Administrators are talking to students, staff and parents in preparation for the eventual move. “We don’t have a history or a culture or a climate yet,” said future principal Windy Beadall. “We want the students to start getting jazzed about Royal Bay.” “We’re a new school so we have to start from scratch building that culture and getting the kids on board,” said Mike Huck, vice-principal. “The Royal Bay wave has started.” With the name decided, next up is the school’s mascot/team nickname. A discussion last week with Grade 10 Belmont students, the first class that will graduate from Royal Bay, led to many ideas including the Wranglers, Stingrays, Knights and, most popular so far, the Ravens. Students at Dunsmuir middle school, the feeder school for Royal Bay, will also be included in the conversation. At the first Parent Advisory Council meeting for the new school on April 7, an executive was elected and members volunteered for the School Planning Council. The council is responsible for many decisions which need to be made while the school is being built. Part of moving forward is dispelling the myth that Royal Bay will be an arts-focused school and the new Belmont sports-focused, Beadall said. While the idea was thrown around in early planning stages, she said it will not be the case. Each school may offer a few
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The City of Langford is giving away seven houses for free. The catch? The homes must be moved from their Leigh Road locations at the takers’ expense. The houses were purchased for the completion of the Leigh Road Interchange and are now deemed surplus. “Rather than demolish the houses and add to the landfill, we believe it made more sense and is much more environmentally responsible to have the houses moved and re-used in some fashion,” said Matthew Baldwin, Langford’s director of planning. Anyone with interest in the homes is asked to call Baldwin at 250-478-7882.
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Future Royal Bay secondary school vice principal Mike Huck, left, and principal Windy Beadall hold up early examples of what school’s ensignia and colours could look like. Currently students and staff are helping to pick a mascot for the school.
“We’re a new school so we have to start from scratch building that culture and getting the kids on board.” – Windy Beadall, principal Royal Bay secondary classes or activities the other doesn’t, but both will be comprehensive schools, offering a wide variety of arts and sports programs. Unique to Royal Bay will be a teaching kitchen, allowing for college-prep culinary arts classes, and a 350-seat theatre, a highly-prized resource for its drama and music departments. Sports teams will be offered
based mostly on desire from the students. The football program will likely be carried on at Belmont, for example, but if enough Royal Bay students want to play, Beadall said, one will be started. There are already plans for basketball, field hockey and even pickleball, plus the school will likely be home to a soccer academy. “It won’t be Royal Bay versus Belmont, unless we’re playing each other in sports,” she said. Administrators at both schools hope to work together to come up with a class scheduling system that allows students to take a course at the other school if it’s not offered at their own. “Ray (Miller, Belmont principal) and I will work very hard to make sure that both schools
aren’t competing, but they’re helping each other,” Beadall said, “so that the students can feel like they’ve got opportunities in both schools.” Establishing the school as a centre point of the community developing around it is also a primary focus for administrators as they move forward with planning. The school is intended for other uses by community groups and it’s hoped students will see other residents coming to use spaces in the school and feel a part of something bigger. “Kids see that and they recognize it’s not just a place where they spend six hours a day going to math class and English class,” Huck said. “They have a voice in what’s happening in the community.” kwells@goldstreamgazette.com
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New secondary’s culture primary Most of us have to go to high school, but it’s a lot rarer to have the opportunity to help build one. This is exactly the prospect students in School District 62 now have, literally and figuratively, with the building of two new high schools, both of which aim to open their doors to the youth of the West Shore in September 2015. Most of the major decisions are being made by the provincial government, which is providing the majority of funding, and the Soke School District, which is paying the rest. But as framing for the schools goes up, students are also being turned to for a helping hand. Some students in the trades programs are going to gain experience by actually getting to work on the construction sites, learning the tricks of their trade while lending a helping hand. Other students are being asked to help design the kind of schools they will attending, especially Royal Bay school, which is starting from scratch on the former gravel pit site in Colwood. Picking a new mascot and the school’s spirit colours is important (our vote: The Ravens and royal purple, seemingly the favourites so far), but equally so is deciding what kind of atmosphere our leaders of tomorrow should spend their most formative years in. Administrators have expressed a desire to have the school highly integrated with the overall Royal Bay community, which is being planned around it. We couldn’t agree more. What better way to learn about how the world outside of school works than to be a part of it? Seeing community groups using school spaces and interacting with adults apart from parents and teachers can only broaden horizons. But in the end, it’s the students who will make the new schools what they will hopefully become: places of imagination and creativity, of positivity and budding compassion, of fun and growth. We know both will do the West Shore proud. What do you think? Give us your comments by email: editor@goldstreamgazette.com or fax 250-478-6545. All letters must have a name and a telephone number for verification. The Goldstream News Gazette is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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is a popular notion in the climate change industry, which to date consists mostly of government officials and activists flying around the world to conferences in exotic locations to sign agreements that lead to, well, not much so far. • Unlike Earth Hour, B.C.’s carbon tax on fuels actually appears to be helping to reduce emissions. An update to provincial data is due this year, but what we have shows a 5.7 per cent decrease in carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases between 2007 and 2011. Environment ministers have conceded that some of this is due to the recession that struck in 2008-2009. But since the economy has recovered and begun to grow again, emissions have continued to decline. • There are simple things anyone can do, without gimmicks or government programs. One would be to stop protesting increased housing density in your community. By far the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in B.C., not to mention old-fashioned pollution, is transportation. By living closer to where we work, shop and play, we can exercise our legs instead of just our gas pedal foot to get around. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Annual Water Main Cleaning Western Communities A water main cleaning program will be carried out in various areas of Colwood, Langford, View Royal, Sooke, and East Sooke between October 1, 2013 and April 30, 2014. Short periods of low pressure and discolouration of water can be expected. Commercial establishments such as laundromats and beauty salons will receive advance warning of flushing in their vicinity. If you require such notification, please contact CRD Integrated Water Services, 479 Island Highway, Victoria, BC, at 250.474.9619. In no case can responsibility be accepted for any damage arising out of the use of discoloured water.
Water Conservation Tip: Fertilize carefully. Most people are actively finding ways to conserve water. You can make a difference too. Keep your lawn healthy by watering less, reducing thatch build up, and using organic fertilizers such as compost, manures, and mulches, which help to build your soil and improve the health of your plants. For more water-saving tips, visit www.crd.bc.ca/water, or call 250.474.9684.
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Having already begun his investment strategy and worked extensively with the Junior Achievement simulator program, he should have a leg up on his younger classmates. Yet on this day he’s been overtaken for the class profit lead by one of the Grade 10 teams. The results look promising so far, with
EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP Wednesday, May 7, 2013: • 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. • 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. View Royal Council Chambers - 45 View Royal Ave Guest Speakers: • Devin Vessey – Living with Earthquakes in Japan • Marney Mutch from Shear Seismic – Making Your Home Quake Resistant • Total Prepare – Emergency Kits • View Royal Emergency Program staff – Emergency Preparedness in View Royal
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the top team in the class adding more than $7,000 to their initial $100G. Even Clarke, a 32-year veteran of the financial industry, likes what he sees. “I was very encouraged that students were investing in stocks that they’ve done research on.” Teammates Ryan Backhouse and Bryce Tickner, who were sitting third overall for B.C. and Alberta, had invested heavily into oil and gas, a commodity Backhouse says “is always in demand.” The two admit, however, that investing can be a risky business. “For everyone who makes money in the stock market, there’s someone who loses money,” Tickner says. Luckily for this group, the money to be made or lost is imaginary. editor@goldstream gazette.com
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400 g ..........................
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650 mL All Varieties
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Triathlon training all in the family
Kelsey Phillips and her dad, Ian, test out wind trainers on their bikes in the Royal Roads University gym. Colwood resident Kelsey is in training for this summer’s 35th annual Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence Triathlon, which Ian, who lives in Langford, has helped organize for a number of years.
Don Descoteau News staff
Kelsey Phillips worked up a good sweat lately while not going anywhere. She’s been seated on her road bike on stationary wind trainers at the Royal Roads University gym. Colwood resident Phillips, 30, is training for her first Olympic distance triathlon, the 2014 Sri Chinmoy SelfTranscendence race this August. It’s a follow-up to her debut in the sport, which came in the sprint category in that race last year. The high-intensity cardio training of her indoor sessions, with the rookie flanked by triathletes prepping for Ironman events, have mimicked a road ride pretty well, she says. “They were doing four hours (at a time) when I came in,” Phillips says. “Now I’m up to three hours. I never would have thought I’d get to that point. And the adrenaline rush makes me want to keep doing it.” Getting to this stage has been a fairly quick process for Phillips. She began running with co-workers several years back, did the TC 10K and events on the Frontrunners’ Island Race Series, began road cycling, then set a loftier objective: completing a triathlon by the time she was 30. She got in just under the wire last summer. Choosing the Sri was a natural. Her dad, Ian, has been a mainstay of the organization running the race, not to mention a frequent competitor, for years. At 66, he still competes and did the Ironman in Penticton last year. Kelsey admits getting over the fears of the unknown deep of the lake is one of her biggest challenges. Otherwise, she’s not fazed by the fact jumping to the Olympic race means doubling the distances – a 1.5-kilometre lake swim followed by a 40K ride and a 10K run. editor@goldstream gazette.com
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Sunday May 4th 2014, 11am - 3pm Westshore Parks and Recreation (JDF Sr. Activity Centre) 1767 Island Hwy
To kick off Emergency Preparedness Week, Emergency Services and organizations from around the region will be showcasing emergency vehicles and equipment. ~ Indoor and outdoor displays ~ food services ~ ~ emergency supplies ~ Activities for the kids! ~
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WATCH FOR OUR EXCITING FEATURE IN FRIDAY’S PUBLICATION ABOUT THE BRIDGE CEREMONY
Kyle Wells News staff
Local musicians are encouraging others to grab their gear and head down to the Langford Legion for the Friday Night Jam. A staple on the Langford music scene, the jam brings together area solo musicians, bands and a few out of towners for a night of
socializing, performing and combining talents to make some memorable music. “We find it’s not only fun, but it’s also an opportunity to try stuff out,” said organizer Danny Copper, whose band, Guy Price and the Nostalgics, kicks off the night. “We also enjoy meeting with friends who come out here. There’s a group
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CHURCH SERVICES
West Shore in the
The Anglican Church of Canada Saint Mary of the Incarnation 4125 Metchosin Road Service at 9:30 am on Sundays For info contact 250-474-4119 All are welcome
our lady of the rosary roman CatholiC ChurCh 798 Goldstream Avenue
WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday 5 Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 PM
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Pastor: Fr. Paul Szczur, SDS
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CHURCH OF THE ADVENT
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510 Mt. View Ave. (Behind the SHELL Station)
Rev. Kenneth Gray 250-474-3031 Sunday services: 8:30 Traditional Worship 10:00 Family Service
Gordon united Church 935 Goldstream Avenue
250-478-6632
www.gordonunitedchurch.ca
Rev. Heidi Koschzeck Music by Tim Olfert Favourite Hymns: 10:15am Worship and Childrens Program: 10:30
We wash our windshields when they are dirty, why not do the same for our glasses? Dirty, scratched, and misaligned glasses distort our sight, and increase glare problems. They do not, however, harm our eyes. Scratches may weaken the lenses’ resistance to impact. The following are some easy tips for proper eyeglass care: • Clean your glasses regularly using warm water and soap or special eyeglass cleaners to remove oils and dirt from the lenses. • Keep your glasses in their case when not in use. • Never set glasses down with the lenses touching the table or counter top. • Put on and take off your glasses using two hands. Hold each temple about midway, and gently slide them over your ears. • Avoid letting others try on your glasses as this may throw off the alignment. • Have your glasses readjusted periodically. If vision problems persist even with clean, dry, and properly adjusted glasses, consult your Optometrist.
A Place for Everyone
Sunday 9 & 11 am Kids Church ages 2-12 Youth Wednesdays 7 pm
Lead Pastor: Al Funk www.colwoodchurch.com
Worship Service
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ing people freedom to express themselves.” There is a drum kit available and all the necessary amps and
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Family Breakfast Upstairs 0900 - 1100 hrs. ONLY $5 p.p.
Parade Form up at Evergreen 1200 hrs.
March Off 1215 hrs. O’Canada & Ceremonies at the Cenotaph Refreshments in the Branch Lounge for Adults & Upstairs for the Youth
Loving God ... Loving Others Sunday at 10:00 AM
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Danny Copper organizes the Friday Night Langford Legion Jam, which offers solo acts and bands the chance to get up on stage and play with other musicians or play in an open mic-type setting.
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of people who are quite into having it and helping out and taking part.” Everyone is welcome to play. The night not only offers polished musicians a chance to try new material and have fun, new musicians can get used to playing in front of a crowd. “It’s a place to get your feet wet,” Copper said. “You see people coming out who have improved dramatically too. Their playing, and their confidence? You can see a change.” The music typically leans towards classic rock and blues, with the occasional foray into country or jazz, but all styles are welcome. A standup comedian has even showed up to try some material. “There’s a lot of talent around,” Cooper said. “We’ve had some amazing talent here. (It’s about) having fun with music and giv-
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monitors to be able to support a full band. Players typically form ad hoc bands, but there are also open mic spots slotted in for solo players and those playing more acoustic styles. Bands are typically given 20 to 30 minutes to play, while solo acts may have a shorter set, Copper said. “You have the opportunity to play whatever you want. You can showcase your band.” People also come out just to listen and Copper hopes more people take the opportunity to do so and hear some great local musicians at a local venue. The jam runs every Friday night from 8 p.m. to midnight. kwells@goldstream gazette.com
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Metchosin-based Scouts in mix for Scotland trip This July, 1,000 scouts from around the world will gather for 10 days in Scotland to share dreams, ideas and stories in the Blair Athol Scouting Jamborette. Twelve Greater Victoria youth will represent Scouts Canada as Pacific Explorers 2014. The 14th Juan De Fuca Scouts, the endorsing group for the trip, have six members Photo by Yvonne Becker from Metchosin registered for 14th Juan de Fuca Venturers Tristan the trip as well as Local Scouter Becker, left, and brother Kyle pose with Curtis Becker, who will serve as Sooke School District chair Wendy the contingent leader. Hobbs in celebration of the brothers The 12 senior Scouts and earning Silver Duke of Edinburgh pins. Venturers have distinguished themselves by achieving or working ing certificates from Lt.-Gov. Judith towards the Chief Scout’s Award, the Guichon in a ceremony Friday (April highest honour in Scouts Canada for 25) in Burnaby. The brothers worked hard to accomplish their goals and leadership and community service. Many also are working toward and as part of that commitment, volunaccomplishing their Bronze, Silver teered for two weeks at the 2013 and Gold levels of the Duke of Edin- Canadian Jamboree in Alberta. Also at the recent gala, Matthew burgh’s Award Program. The groups’ fundraising efforts DeMerchant and Nathan Brookes have seen them work hundreds of received recognition for completing hours individually and through spe- the requirements for the Chief Scout cial events, including a dinner/dance Award. It takes three years of dedication and focus to acquire this highly and silent auction held this month. With nine of the youth living and recognized level of scouting achieveattending school on the West Shore, ment. The young men received their Sooke school trustee and board Chief Scouts uniform crest and recchair Wendy Hobbs was invited as ognition pin from leader Richard guest speaker. Her duties for the DeMerchant and Group Commisnight included spotlighting Kyle sioner of 3rd Douglas, Rod Miller. For more on the Scotland trip, visit and Tristan Becker for earning Silver Duke of Edinburgh award pins. pacificexplorers.wordpress.com. – submitted by Yvonne Becker They’ll receive the accompany-
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