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(250) 419-9727 Spectrum community School presents “Love & Murder”, Based on a 1907 novel by Roy Horniman. You may find yourself rooting for the dashing Monty Navarro.

Spectrum Community School

Imagine the pitch meeting.

“So, you have a new script for us?”

“Yes. A musical comedy.”

“Oh, good. Something fun! What’s the plot?”

“The main protagonist murders eight people in cold blood.”

Silence.

And yet, somehow, the 2014 Best Musical Tony winner, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder has you rooting for the dashing Monty Navarro, an impoverished Londoner in Edwardian England who discovers he is actually of noble birth — his mother was disinherited when she chose to marry for love. In fact, as it turns out, Monty is ninth in line to inherit the family fortune and become Earl of Highhurst, though it seems improbable he could outlive all eight before him in the line of succession.

But when the pompous and hysterically eccentric heirs who stand between him and his birthright will have nothing to do with him, a plan hatches to remove them one by one through whatever means happen to

present themselves.

Complications, of course, arise.

Based on a 1907 novel by Roy Horniman, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder opened on Broadway in 2013 and was nominated for 10 Tonys, winning four, including Best Musical and Best Book.

Underneath the comedy lies a subtle critique of class, entitlement and bigotry.

Horniman’s novel was also the subject of a 1949 film, Kind Hearts and Coronets featuring Sir Alec Guiness in a tour de force playing all eight murdered heirs.

Rights to Gentleman’s Guide have only just this year become available for licensing, and Spectrum Community School will be the first organization to bring it to the stage in Victoria.

Show dates are February 28, 29; March 5, 6, 7 at 7:30 p.m. and March 8 at 2 p.m.. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased or reserved through the school office: 250-479-8271.

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St. Margaret’s School

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woman’s career plays a crucial role in determining her level of independence, self-confidence and self-worth. The quality of elementary and secondary education she receives is vital in preparing her for university, her career and the social challenges ahead.

There are distinct advantages offered by all-girls independent schools. The results of numerous studies conducted in North America, Britain and beyond have been published in major newspapers and in leading periodicals including Time magazine, Psychology Today, the Journal of Education Research, Education Week and the American Journal of Education.

Girls in all-girls’ schools do better academically, are more likely to choose math and science and to excel in them; they are more likely to go to university, have a greater sense of self-esteem, have less stereotyped views, and are more likely to graduate from college or university. They are more likely to obtain doctorates and be professionals, to be financially successful and more active in their community.

The All Girls Challenge Girls dare to take on and succeed in the real world.

Self-confidence is the key to turning skills and knowledge into success. Twothirds of the students at all-girls schools are expected to earn a graduate or professional degree. Every girl learns to take on academic challenges, express her thoughts and opinions and participate in new learning experiences.

Girls thrive when their learning styles take centre stage.

Single-sex education is more than merely separating girls and boys. Girls’ schools capitalize the way girls learn. As a result, girls’ school students are more willing to continue on in, and succeed in, courses such as math, science and technology.

Girls become leaders.

Girls build self-confidence

Girls take centre stage at girl’s schools — they occupy every role, captain every team and lead every activity. All the actors, writers, singers, athletes, artists and scientists are girls. All the leaders are girls.

Female mentors abound, both staff and fellow classmates. That’s the key to real achievement: positive role models, abundant opportunities, personal practice and real-life experience.

Leadership is an acquired skill, and girls’ schools create leadership opportunities in the classroom, science lab, playing fields and on stage — everywhere that there are valuable life lessons to be learned. stmarg.ca

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Experience Lifelong Learning At Royal Roads University, we believe that everyone is a lifelong learner.

There is no “in here” and “out there.” No division between theory and practice.

Not all learning takes place in a classroom. Even here. Especially here.

Yes, you come here to learn, study and achieve. And you will. But what you may not expect is how much you learn about yourself, and the ways in which your life transforms. Our educational approach isn’t just about deep knowledge of subject matter, but an even deeper knowledge of self that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

The value of an education isn’t solely what you learn, but equally in the connections you make with fellow students. Even working together, in and of itself, is a learning experience. Your education shouldn’t mean putting your life and career on pause.

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And that’s what makes learning so powerful; it never really ends, not even after graduation. We are all lifelong learners.

Learn more at royalroads.ca.

Level up.

Top up.

At Royal Roads University, you’ll be inspired and challenged to level up your career and life, without putting either on hold. Next up? Sign up and buckle up.

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Where Students Choose to Be Brentwood's distinctive tripartite program and schedule is designed to provide students with a timetable that leads to unrivalled opportunities. The fact that students choose Brentwood is what makes this place so special. Because when a student truly wants to be here, and they're surrounded by a family of likeminded friends and supporters, we believe they can choose to be... anything.

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Wallace Driving School

Driving the Wallace Way “Teaching like your life depends on it.”

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riving students learn, not only to pass the road test, but also to experience the majority of the top 10 fatal crash intersections in their locale.

High speed highway manoeuvres are part of every course offered, since 90 per cent of all fatal vehicle crashes occur at intersections or on the highway.

Wallace students choose their instructor, time and day of the week when booking their drive times by phone or online.

Students to progress at their own rate, allowing for practice sessions between lessons. Included are night driving sessions, weekday and weekend drives at peak, medium and heavy traffic volume times.

Instructors’ life experiences enable them to be exemplary performers when instructing. They are involved in the latest techniques and technology and have participated in some form of leadership position prior to qualifying as a master instructor at the School. Some instructors have an MA in education. Others have served as training officers in the Canadian military, and still others are high level sport coaches.

Instructor professional development is ongoing, with attendance at the Driving Schools Association of the Americas (DSSA) annual convention each year.

As a non-franchise, family-owned business, Wallace has been operating as such for 40+ years. Memberships include the Better Business Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, DSSA and volunteer positions within the community.

Wallace Driving School is one of the more than 600 driving schools to offer the graduated Driving Course in B.C. Facilities are state of the art and are unrivalled in the driving school industry. Incorporation of the TEENSMART program has proven to reduce teen death in vehicle crashes by 30 per cent.

Regular updates and debrief sessions are conducted with each student. Initial lesson debrief sessions, mid-term updates and exit interviews with every student are part of the school’s communication tools.

Wallace Driving School is a customerdriven company – no pun intended!

You only learn once. Do it with seasoned professionals at Wallace Driving School.

All instructors must be much more than qualified B.C. driving instructors. They are also qualified to teach classroom theory sessions, which allow a student to get high school credits and a six-month reduction of the two-year “N” phase of the B.C. licensing system.

Wallace Driving School has its own high level, in-service mentoring and support program administered by Steve Wallace, owner and former V.P. of the Driving Schools Association of the Americas.

Wallace Driving School offers senior refresher sessions and corporate driver training for business and professional organizations, as well as non-profit groups.

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Most Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) are self-employed contractors who either work in large multi-disciplinary clinics with chiropractors, physiotherapists, naturopathic doctors, Chinese medicine doctors and acupuncturists.

Some choose to open their practices either in their homes or other commercial space. RMTs may also see patients in extended care facilities or in their homes, providing mobile massage services. The

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To maintain registration and remain in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of BC (CMTBC), all RMTs must complete 24 credits of continuing education courses every two-year period.

Most RMTs select continuing education courses that further training in specific areas of practice.

Continuing education courses are reviewed for approval from the CMTBC before they are granted credit approval.

This process ensures the courses RMTs are taking are of a high quality and calibre.

The list of possible continuing education courses (CECs) is extensive, like muscle energy techniques, manual lymph drainage and fascial techniques. CECs may also focus on specific conditions like pregnancy, cancer, geriatric focus or baby massage.

The CMTBC supports further education on practice building courses that ensure RMTs are able to run larger clinics and deal with multiple billing agencies or other organizations like ICBC, WCB and Blue Cross.

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Parkland Secondary School

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arkland Secondary is proud of its innovative, inspiring and inclusive learning environment on which it has built a solid reputation for unique programs. Parkland’s programs include its renowned Marine Academy which complements the region’s rich coastal geography. Students can choose courses in trades, technology, visual and performing arts and athletics, including a Hockey Academy and Canada’s only Judo Academy.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program makes Parkland the only English speaking public school on southern Vancouver Island to offer the IB Diploma Program for students in their final two years of high school.

The program prepares students for participation in a rapidly evolving global society as they develop intellectually, emotionally, physically and ethically and acquire skills that will prepare them for further education and life in the 21st century.

Universities across Canada and around the world regard the IB program as excellent preparation for university entrance.

“A place to belong.

A place to grow.”

Students develop core skills for success at post secondary including an understanding of and appreciation for research, presentation and communication, critical thinking, report writing, time management, a sense of international mindedness and cultural understanding.

Across studies, researchers have found that diploma program curriculum and assessment compares favourably to a variety of other respected qualifications; DP students tend to complete their undergraduate degrees at higher rates than their peers, and often in less time. IB students tend to make more contributions to campus life by participating in activities such as community service, tutoring, assisting faculty in research, studying abroad, internships, and joining clubs and other student groups. IB assessments have been demonstrated as strong predictors of university performance.

If you think an IB education at Parkland may be for you, visit: parklandib.ca and come to our Open House that includes an IB information presentation at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13.

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Thursday, February 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm See Our New Additions: Arts Lab, Food Lab, Common Areas and 12 New Classrooms • A Catholic school welcoming students from all traditions, enriching our community with a shared purpose and love of learning

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• Strong academic program from Grades 8 to 12 including Advanced Placement courses • Value-based education encouraging students to think clearly, act with integrity, make decisions, be sensitive to the needs of others, be generous in service and hold a global perspective • Dedicated teachers and coaches working with students to create award winning sports teams, choirs and concert and jazz bands

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Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts

Your art retreat awaits!

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June 27 – July 10

Two weeks of workshops in a variety of artistic mediums: painting, printmaking, ceramics, singing, jewelry, creative writing, weaving, sculpture, a Mentored Residency and more!

Bursaries are available for emerging and established artists – apply early.

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Early registration for Friends of MISSA. Open to all January 28.

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ave you ever wanted to escape, even for the weekend, to get away from the daily grind to immerse yourself in something creative? Something to get you out of your routine and refuel your energy? Well, this is your chance and MISSA is the place for you!

On a seaside ocean campus, tucked away in pastoral Metchosin, B.C. is an annual art event that has been happening at Pearson College since 1984. This summer, June 27 to July 10, there are 46 workshops in a wide variety of artistic mediums to choose from.

You can get away for two-days, or if you really want to jump in, you can get away for a week and select a five-day workshop. You have the option of communting from town or staying in the dorms on campus. Grab a friend or a family member and go together.

Every year, there is a group of five ceramic friends who drive down from Williams Lake to enjoy their time together, taking classes in their favourite medium. There is the daughter who encouraged her mother to take a workshop

with her and it was the first time they had done something like this in over 15 years.

If you never take the risk, you never know where it might go. Take for example, Marylou Wakefield, a Victoria artist. Last summer, Marylou took a workshop at MISSA, and after encouragement from her instructor, she submitted her art to an international printmaking exhibition. She was accepted into that exhibition (out of 700 worldwide entries), and then in November, flew to New York to take in the excitement of it all.

As Marylou said, “The whole experience was a thrill — an absolute thrill! And just think, if I hadn’t enrolled in MISSA and submitted my work for the printmaking exhibition, none of it would have ever happened!”

The first step is MISSA, the rest is up to you!

Early-bird registration for Friends of MISSA opens January 21 at 12 noon PST. Registration opens for all on January 28 at 12 noon PST. missa.ca