November 05, 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Monday: Another Fabulous Day of Learning!
Tuesday: Speech and Debate 3:35–5:00 PM
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00-8:00 PM —Room 7
Wednesday: Veteran’s Day Assembly-PM Assembly Schedule
Speech and Debate 3:35-5:00 PM
Theatre Club 3:45–4:45 – in the Gym
Ski Bus Meeting Room 10 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: VIP’s on Campus 10:00 – 11:30 AM
College Presentation - St. Louis University
Senior Advisory in the gym 1:00 – 1:45 PM
Information Night for the class of 2017 6:00-9:00 PM
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00-8:00 PM.—Room 7
Friday: 2:00 PM Student Dismissal - Staff Professional Collaboration Time—Dept Team Meetings 2:15-3:45
Speech & Debate at Snohomish High School
Saturday: Speech & Debate at Snohomish High School
Principal’s Message:
The Sky is definitely NOT the limit, as evidenced by everyone in attendance at the wonderfully successful PTSA-sponsored auction this past Saturday evening! From the start of the Silent Auction at 6:00 p.m. to the close of the live auction at 10:00 p.m., the atmosphere was fun and lively, thanks to a full house of parents and supporters who want the best possible education for AHS students. Our multi-talented Mr. Scott McComb served as the Master of Ceremonies while the experienced KOMO newscaster Brad Goode put his unique talents to work in getting the audience to repeatedly raise their bid cards. It was a delightful evening for everyone after nearly a year of planning by Auction Chair (and parent of two former AHS students) Teri Katzer and her outstanding crew of parent supporters, all who deserve a gold medal for their superhuman efforts! Gratitude is also extended to key sponsors The Boeing Company, Esterline Defense Company, Aviation Partners, TECT Aerospace, Burien Toyota, AeroTEC Engineering, Brad and Danielle Tilden, Lloyd and Halah Voges, and the amazing Peter and Sarah Anderson (Peter is Chair of the AHS Board of Directors) of Galvin Flying. And a special thanks to Sam Baker, parent of AHS freshman Hannah Baker, for programming Norman Norman
Congratulations are extended this week to:
- Dustin Werran and Wendy Zaballos on their selection as November Students of the Month for Southcenter Rotary! We salute you!
- Jacob Wagner and Hunter McSwain who were selected as Rolls Royce Scholarship recipients from the AHS Class of 2013! Each student now has $5,000 to use toward pursuit of an engineering degree at their post-secondary institution of choice. They will travel to Rolls Royce in
- Everyone who participated in AHS’s third annual Fall Advisory Contest! The Pumpkin winners are: Kumakura for Best Overall, Dyer for Most School Spirit, and Wombold for Most Creative. Scarecrow winners are:
Report cards were put in the mail last Friday. If you do not receive yours this week, please advise Registrar Kim Sorensen.
VIPs on campus this week include participants of Leadership Tomorrow (LT), an organization that fosters awareness of civic, political, education and other issues within the greater Seattle
This Thursday evening from 6:00-9:00 p.m. is our first evening Information Program for 8th Graders & Parents. Thank you in advance to students who will be assisting staff members and participating on the panel from 7:45-8:45 p.m. I am requesting that all staff and students be in the gym by 6:00 p.m. sharp for opening remarks before our guests tour classrooms. Thank you in advance for your ambassadorship!
As a reminder, there will be no school next Monday in observance of Veteran’s Day. If you know someone who served in the military, I encourage you to give a special thanks to them in honor of their courage, bravery and patriotism.
Cheers to learning! I am honored to be your principal.
~Reba G.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
From your ASB:
- Adopt a Family: AHS Students and Staff!!! Are you ready to help fulfill a family’s needs? This year ASB is adopting a family with 4 kids. With a much bigger family than last year, we will need ALL of your help to make this holiday season an especially memorable one. EACH ONE OF YOU CAN HELP BY PICKING-UP ONE OF THE MANY ORNAMENTS ON THE
*Staff-- you can help as well! There will be another tree in the staff lounge.
- Mascot Try-Outs:
- Write a Letter Day: This is an event where students and staff are encouraged to write letters to those they appreciate, don't know well, or just for fun in order to make someone feel good and put a smile on their face! Remember that it only takes a small step (like writing a letter) that can make an impact on someone's life, and maybe even the world. This event will span over two days (December 17th to December 18th) just in case someone forgets to trade their letters on the first day. For more information contact Royce Le, the coordinator for this event!
Do you have a Twitter account?
Do you have a Twitter account?
Up to 10 students are invited to join
The Museum of Flight
for a TWEETUP on
Thursday, November 8
5:30-7:00pm.
IF INTERESTED … WE NEED YOUR QUICK RESPONSE … see Ms. Pappas or Ms. Fitzpatrick!
The event will include space and museum experts discussing the history and future of spaceflight as well as the new Space Shuttle Trainer Exhibit. In addition, you will be able to get a sneak peek of the trainer and gallery before it opens to the public. The goal is to raise awareness for the new exhibit through Twitter. You will have the opportunity to ask our panelists questions and then tweet throughout the event via your cell phones, tablets or laptops. The event is expected to last approximately 90 minutes and is an opportunity for social media users to learn more about the Space Shuttle Trainer, use Twitter to spread awareness of the new exhibit, and meet representatives from local media. If you are interested, see Ms. Pappas by the end of the school day on Tuesday, Nov 6 for additional information!
GE Aviation Event
If you have signed up to be considered to represent Aviation High School at the December 4th GE Aviation Event, please complete and turn in your application to Ms. Pappas by Friday, November 9!
Stair Climb for Leukemia Students have the opportunity to participate in the Stair Climb for Leukemia, held on the 24th of March, at the Columbia Tower in Seattle. The purpose of the climb is to raise money and awareness for Leukemia and Lymphoma by participating in a grueling ascent 75-flights up the Columbia Tower. Thousands participate every year, with the opportunity to meet the firemen whom climb in full firefighting gear. There is an entry fee of around $60; however it comes with free parking, all-you-can-eat at the top, free merchandise and an incredible view of the Seattle area. This year student Aaron Mau wishes to establish a strong team from Aviation High to provide not only donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma society, but to share a fun and unique experience that everyone can learn from. For more information or enrollment contact Aaron Mau at aaronmau40@gmail.com or 206-832-5087.
Congratulations to our Mt. Rainier swimmers Demi Wamsley, Robin Zaches, Erin Ronald, and Kristen Lemley! Their team won both the 4-A League and District Swim meets. Erin and Kristen both have qualified for the STATE swim meet which will be held on Nov. 9th/10th. Sophia Cassam qualified for the 3-A Diving State Meet.
Imagine Tomorrow More than $100,000 in cash prizes will be awarded this May to schools and students in the sixth annual Imagine Tomorrow competition at Washington State University. Imagine Tomorrow challenges 9th through 12th graders to address global energy concerns with creative, well-researched ideas. It’s free. There is no registration fee and competitors and advisors stay and dine free on campus, May 17 – 19. Visit http://imagine.wsu.edu/ .
Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) 2012 Autumn Quarter Lecture Series at UW Seattle Campus on Wednesday Evenings 6:30–8:00 PM in November! Lectures are free but require registration. Register online at http://bit.ly/wiselectures.
· Gender @ Work in a Dot Com World – Nov 7
· A Brave New World: The Scientific, Economic and Social Impact of Computer Science – Nov 14
· Big Data Management Promises and Challenges – Nov 28
Project Amelia will be postponed until further notice. If you have any questions contact Jaclyn Wing or Mary Robins at jacwin@comcast.net or mary.robins@ymail.com.
Canned Food Drive: National Honor Society is hosting a canned food competition. The food will be donated to Northwest Harvest, which is hosting a charity event for those who cannot afford to buy their own food. Please donate any number of canned foods! Grocery shopping or cleaning up your pantry can be a gift to others! Bring your cans to the cafeteria. The winning class will receive 100 spirit points and an ice cream party. The competition ends on November 9th, so hurry and bring in your canned foods!
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.
From your PTSA
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program honors outstanding youth volunteers in grades 5-12. More than 100,000 students have been recognized at the local, state and national level since the program began in 1995 — making this the United States' largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteer service. Apply online at http://spirit.prudential.com/mediapreview/managed/appInstructionSheet.pdf . Deadline: November 6.
Counselor 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.
St. Louis University: November 8 at 1 PM University of Washington Bothell: November 15 at 1 PM Whitworth University: November 15 at 1 PM
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Come fly with us…make history & leave a legacy!”
~from AHS promotional campaign in 2003 when recruiting our inaugural class of students
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