October 8, 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Academic coaching now available!
Monday: PTSA Board Meeting 6 – 8 p.m. – Room 10
Tuesday: ACE Club Meeting after school – Room 18
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00-8:00 p.m.—Room 7
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Wednesday: College Presentation – University of the Pacific 1 PM
Theatre Club 3:45 – 4:45 – in the gym
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Thursday: Etiquette Training for Pathfinder Gala, 3:45-5:45 in Gym
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00-8:00 p.m.—Room 7
Friday: No school for students! State professional development day for staff!
Principal’s Message:
Congratulations to all students who were selected to attend this year’s Pathfinder Gala on October 20 at the Museum of Flight
Congratulations, too, to all the freshmen who ran for class captain! The names of those selected are in the ‘Announcements’ section of the NOTAM. I would imagine that there were only a few votes separating the candidates. It was obvious that most of the speeches had been thoughtfully crafted and that all candidates were truly proud to be part of the AHS community.
Spirit was palpable throughout these ‘ole halls of Aviation High School
A gentle reminder: First quarter ends October 26. I encourage you to make every minute of learning count! Seek help from teachers if you need it. Remember that tutoring is available after school. You are developing a college-going transcript. Learning counts…and while I oftentimes wish we didn’t issue letter grades, fact is that we do…and college admissions reps notice. Do your absolute best and know that there are supports at AHS to help you—just ask!
Enjoy another astonishing week of learning. As always, I am honored to be your principal.
~Reba G.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
From your ASB:
· Freshman Class Captain: Congratulations to our newly elected Freshmen Class Captains: Daniel Palacio and Jessi Mau! We are excited to have you on the team and can't wait to see what you have in store!
· Aviators Ball: Thanks to those of you who came to Aviators Ball on Saturday. For the first time in AHS history we had over 200 students in attendance. That is 50% of our school's population!!! We hope that you all had as much fun as we did! Also, thank you so much to all the AHS students and staff who participated in our first Spirit Week! We are glad that you all showed us your spirit and got pumped for the dance!
· Students of the Month: Congratulations to all the Students of the Month for September--Jimmy Nguyen, Sureetha McCain, Benton Coblentz, Surbhi Ghadia, Navath Nhan, Olivia Shiffer, Loren McDonald and Hanna Riley. These students demonstrate that they have CLASS (Citizenship, Leadership, Attitude, Scholarship and Service). Once again congratulations!
Attendance Reminder for Parents and Students: Attendance line 206-878-1259
A phone call is REQUIRED to the school each day of an absence AND a parent signed note is REQUIRED upon the student’s return to school in order for the absence to be excused.
New WA state law for coding student absences: Beginning this academic year, schools are required to mark absences due to family vacation as UNEXCUSED. This is change from previous practice. We ask for your understanding and cooperation and want to remind families that excused absences are permitted for illness, religious reasons, and school-related functions.
FREE Challenger Learning Center Mission
Saturday, Oct. 13, 10 AM to Noon
The Challenger Learning Center has been inspiring and engaging participants for 20 years! To celebrate, Museum Members have the chance to be an astronaut for a day on Oct. 13 and participate in a simulated space mission to Mars for free!
Saturday, Oct. 13, 10 AM to Noon
The Challenger Learning Center has been inspiring and engaging participants for 20 years! To celebrate, Museum Members have the chance to be an astronaut for a day on Oct. 13 and participate in a simulated space mission to Mars for free!
Want to improve your writing skills while having fun? Sign up for AHS's second Poetry Slam! This competition is open to all grades, and workshops will be held with experienced writers to help us all better our slam skills. Sign up in the main office this week! Workshops will start in November.
Pathfinder Gala: If you have been selected to attend the Pathfinders Gala this year but realize your plans have changed, please let Julie Burr in the Career Center
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing recognizes young women at the high-school level for their computing related achievements and interests. All applicants will also be considered for the National award. Detailed instructions and eligibility information are found online at http://www.aspirationsaward.org . Deadline is 11:59 PM Eastern time on October 31.
Picture Retakes on October 23 from 8:30–10:30 a.m. in the gym
Important: Students MUST return their original picture packet to the photographer on retake day!
It's that time of the year again for AHS women! It’s application time for the National Center
National winners receive:
· $500
· A laptop
· An engraved trophy for herself and her school's trophy case
· An expenses paid trip to the national ceremony in Charlotte NC
Remember, educators who endorse their student's applications are also eligible to win the NCWIT Educator Award. Educator Award winners receive up to $1000 toward professional development.
Academic coaching now available!
To ensure that each of our students is successful, 9th grade teachers are hosting coaching sessions for students who need or want additional help. Please join us for help with your classes, your organization, or your time management.
Teacher
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When
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Especially helpful with…
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Hoehne
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Monday mornings, 0800 - 0845
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Social studies, English
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Tuesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
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Ciccone-Cook
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Wednesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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English, social studies, study skills
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Gudor
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Wednesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
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McComb
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Thursday afternoon, 1535 – 1615.
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Science, math, organization
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Pappas
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Friday morning, 0800 - 0845
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Organization
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We look forward to helping you find your academic groove or refine your already successful strategies.
The PSAT will be held on Wednesday, October 17 at 9 AM. The PSAT is a practice assessment and prediction tool for the higher stakes testing that occurs in the spring of junior year and throughout the senior year. When taken in the junior year, students may qualify for $2,500.00 National Merit Scholarships. All 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT. If you are a 9th or 11th grade student who would like to sign up to take it, please see Ms. Carper to sign up before October 10.
From your PTSA
· Visual Communicators Wanted
One Moment
If you can communicate The Magic of a Moment without words*, the PTSA has a fall event for you! Any riff on this theme in photography, visual design in any (flat) medium, music, dance, or film (< 5 min) will be celebrated at our fall Reflections show.
Items turned in to the office before Nov 1 will be displayed at the PTSA Auction.
For those seeking to advance to the State and National competitions, size and artistic originality stipulations apply. Complete details are available at http://www.wastatepta.org/programs/reflections/forms.html.
* For wordophiliacs, lyrics, scripts, fiction, and essays of < 2,000 words are accepted.
· Aviation Families
Have dinner out and support the Class of 2013 Grad Night! Kayak Bar and Grill will donate 10% of every food and drink ticket purchased on Wednesday, October 10th and Thursday, October 11th if you just mention Aviation High School Grad Party to your server! Kayak Bar & Grill is located in Normandy Park Towne Center at 19803 1st Avenue South in Normandy Park, and has a terrific lunch and dinner menu, as well as happy hour in the bar. Enjoy lunch or dinner out for a good cause...raising funds for Grad Night!
Have dinner out and support the Class of 2013 Grad Night! Kayak Bar and Grill will donate 10% of every food and drink ticket purchased on Wednesday, October 10th and Thursday, October 11th if you just mention Aviation High School Grad Party to your server! Kayak Bar & Grill is located in Normandy Park Towne Center at 19803 1st Avenue South in Normandy Park, and has a terrific lunch and dinner menu, as well as happy hour in the bar. Enjoy lunch or dinner out for a good cause...raising funds for Grad Night!
· Class of 2013 Grad Party Planning Meeting
Tuesday, October 30, 7-8pm, at Aviation High School
Party planning will never be so much fun as when we organize a party for the Class of 2013! Please join in and stop by the meeting to help make this year's grad party the best one yet! Volunteers will be needed for food, decorations, chaperones and more. If you want to be in the loop but can't make the meeting, that is fine too...just email Mindy McClean at mindymacster@hotmail.com to be added to the email distribution list. Junior parents (or freshman and sophomore for that matter) are invited to help too...it may be helpful for future party planning! And don't forget...registration forms and ticket funds are currently being accepted. Buy your ticket now and you don't have to worry about it later!
Tuesday, October 30, 7-8pm, at Aviation High School
Party planning will never be so much fun as when we organize a party for the Class of 2013! Please join in and stop by the meeting to help make this year's grad party the best one yet! Volunteers will be needed for food, decorations, chaperones and more. If you want to be in the loop but can't make the meeting, that is fine too...just email Mindy McClean at mindymacster@hotmail.com to be added to the email distribution list. Junior parents (or freshman and sophomore for that matter) are invited to help too...it may be helpful for future party planning! And don't forget...registration forms and ticket funds are currently being accepted. Buy your ticket now and you don't have to worry about it later!
Ms. Carper’s College and Career Corner
Upcoming College Presentations (sign up in room 11 if you are interested)
If you are planning to miss class to attend a college presentation, please talk with your instructor.
University of the Pacific: October 10 at 1 PM Wellesley College: October 18 at 9 AM Oberlin College: October 23 at 10 AM Worcester Polytechnic Institute: October 23 at 1 PM Pomona College: October 24 at 1 PM Whitman: October 31 at 1 PM University of Evansville: November 1 at 1 PM University of Chicago: November 1 at 1 PM St. Louis University: November 8 at 1 PM University of Washington Bothell: November 15 at 1 PM
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Not all birds can fly. What separates the flyers from the walkers is the ability to take off.”
~Carl Sagan
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