February 11, 2013
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Just Around the Corner: Mid-winter Holiday , Feb 18 & 19
Monday: Skunkworks Team 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: Skunkworks Team 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: Mentor
VIPS on Campus from Bainbridge Island School District 12:30 – 3:30
Theatre Club 3:45 – 6:45 PM
School Board Meeting at ERAC 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Skunkworks Team 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: Superintendent’s Coffee Chat White Center Heights
Open to all staff, parents and community members throughout the district
Happy Valentine’s Day!
VIPS on campus from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 10:30 – 12:00 Noon
Senior Graduation Party Tickets Available during Lunch
Skunkworks Team 6:00 – 9:00
Friday: Ultimate Frisbee Practice after school
Saturday: Skunkworks Team 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Next Monday
& Tuesday: No School! President’s Day Celebration & Mid-Winter Break
Principal’s Message:
Congratulations to our most recent Rotary Students of the Month Chris Lu, Paula Cieszkiewicz, Hunter McSwain, and Reilly Mulligan! They were honored last week at a meeting of the Southcenter Rotary Club for their leadership, service to others, and scholarly achievements. Ms. Burr reported that the Rotary members were in awe of their many accomplishments and their aspirations for the future. Great job, awesome students!
ACE Club has reason to celebrate, too, for sponsoring their very first Professional Pilot: Collegiate and Career Symposium this past Sunday at the Museum of Flight Alaska
The Association of University Women (AAUW) annually recognizes junior women for their accomplishments in science, technology, and math. I am very pleased to announce that Aviation High School’s 2013 honorees are Lauren Crom for Science, Camila Palacio for Technology, and Sasha Friedrich for Math. They will be recognized at a special ceremony in May, along with recipients from other high schools. Congratulations Lauren, Camila, and Sasha!
For the past month, we have been placed an announcement in the NOTAM about the NW Aviation Conference & Trade Show that will be held February 23 & 24 at the Puyallup
And, our students just keeping more and more internship opportunities through our Career Readiness program! Congratulations to Noah Palmer and Jaclyn Wing, who have been selected for paid engineering internships with Hobart Machined Products! Congratulations, too, to Elsa Aguilar who has landed a full time internship with the Office of Aerospace Medicine at the Federal Aviation Authority next summer. This was a result of Elsa’s earlier meeting for an informational interview. Congratulations also to Max Kenyon who has been accepted to a month long summer program at Vanderbilt University in Nashville , Tennessee
I am encouraging everyone to get behind the Amelia Project, which is being coordinated at our school by Jaclyn Wing. I know we would all love to see a replica of Amelia’s plane on display at The Museum of Flight, but it takes lots of $ to make it a reality. Jaclyn has teamed up with Museum board members to raise funds to contribute to the cause. A board member has offered to provide a $25,000 match if we can raise that amount. Let’s do it! Donations can be made by anyone, male or female, but should give tribute to a woman when made.
I close my message by thanking everyone who participated in our VIP tours and professional development programs last week. Your ambassadorship is tremendously appreciated! Please read the Announcements section for important information and opportunities. My very best to all for an audacious week of learning and a sweet Valentine’s Day! Honored to be your principal--
~Reba G.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
From the Superintendent’s Office--Share your Ideas for our Schools – Community Listening Sessions
The community is coming together to plan the future of our schools. Come share your ideas for making our schools the best in the region.
· Monday, February 25, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
· Thursday, February 28, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Interpreters will be available. Dinner and child care will be provided free of charge. For child care, please contact kisa.hendrickson@highlineschools.org or call 206-277-5922.
Congratulations to Senior Sam McClean, who qualified at high school and district Swim Leagues. Sam will be swimming at State for the Mount Rainier Rams! His 200 Medley Relay got a State time, coming in 4th Place and his 200 Free Relay came in 4th as well. And, it was a swimmingly good weekend at WESCO District Championships this past weekend where our own Eben Schumann (swimming for Kamiak High School King County Aquatics Center
Royal Aeronautical Society Seattle Branch invites you to:
“Boeing Business Jets: All Dressed Up, Everywhere to Go” with Captain Steve Taylor, President, Boeing Business Jets. February 19, 2013 – 6:30 PM – Museum of Flight, William M. Allen Theater
NW Aviation Conference & Trade Show - February 23 & 24, 2013
Everything aviation in one place! This is a two-day aviation oriented event hosted at the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup . Aviation High School
Wooden Roses for Valentine’s Day!
Science Olympiad will be selling wooden roses from 6 Feb. to 15 Feb. and can be purchased during lunch. Roses sell for $1 each, $5 for half a dozen and $9 for a full dozen. With over 20 different colors and two different styles (Petite buds and half-opened), these roses are the perfect way to show others that you care. Buy them for yourself, your family and your friends. The roses may be made out of wood, but they look like real roses. The roses will be delivered to students during 6th period on Valentine's Day, February 14th. Students with questions can contact Hiren Ajudia at ajudia101@hotmail.com.
Announcements from the Phoenix Flyer
Make sure to pick up your copy of the latest issue of the Phoenix Flyer this week! You can find them in the office, or room 23. Don't miss our look into the future of street art in Seattle from Austin McHenry, and make sure to submit your caption contest entry by February 22nd!
Also, be sure to check out the debut of our new advice columns from Pilot Jones. For down to earth advice about problems with friends, school, or whatever else, submit your question to pilotjonesadvice@gmail.com, or to the box outside of room 23, and your question could be seen in the next issue of the Phoenix Flyer!"
Project Amelia will be hosting its very own first movie night Friday, February 15, in Mr. McComb's room! Tickets will go on sale for $5 on Monday, February 11, in the cafeteria. Pizza, pop, cookies, and candy will be provided. We will be showing Pitch Perfect. All funds will be going toward the Museum of Flight to help get a replica of Amelia's Lockheed Electra airplane. So be there Friday, February 15, at 2:30 to about 4:30! If you have any questions, you may contact Jaclyn Wing at jacwin@comcast.net.
High School Essay Contest for Juniors and Seniors - $1000 cash award!
Topic: “Why do we need Washington’s open-government laws? What would it be like without them?”
Entry deadline is March 29.
Details available via http://www.washingtoncog.org/
Kleenex Donations Needed
Please drop off your Kleenex donation in the main office. If you haven’t already donated Kleenex this year, this would be a good time to donate. Your support is appreciated – AHS Staff.
From Your ASB:
- Heart Necklace Game: Gentlemen, are you ready to steal the ladies' hearts? On Thursday, February 14th, ASB is hosting our annual heart necklace game. The girls will be receiving heart necklaces at the beginning of school. Gentlemen: it’s your job to steal as many heart necklaces as possible by talking to the ladies during passing periods AND LUNCH. Ladies: you must try really hard to avoid talking to any guys if you want to keep your heart! The gentleman who earns the most heart necklaces at the end of the day will receive a small prize from ASB. More information regarding the rules of the game is located on the heart necklaces. Have fun! We can't wait to see and announce the winner!
**You can only play this game during passing periods and lunch!
- Mr. Aviation Participants: You should have received an email inviting you to a meeting this week. This is another reminder to attend that meeting this Tuesday, February 12th during lunch in Ms. Fitzpatrick's room (Rm. 22).
- Attention all students: Would you like to help with the Mr. Aviation pageant? We are looking for ladies who would be interested in accompanying our contestants on stage as well as stage crew members who will work behind the scenes during the show. Please sign up outside of Mrs. Fitz’s classroom beginning on Tuesday, February 12th.
- Spirit Shack: This Friday, all t-shirts are $5! All other items will be discounted as long as you show your ASB Card at the time of purchase. Come visit the Shack during lunch and check out some of our new items!
Previous NOTAM Announcements – but still Relevant
National Honor Society Announcements
From Your National Honors Society Executive Board - Sureetha, Max, Camila, and Sasha:
- NHS TOY DRIVE
Starting January 28, 2013 your National Honor Society is hosting a toy drive competition. The toys will be donated to children at Seattle Children's Hospital, which is hosting a charity event for the sick children. Please donate any number of toys and bring them to the cafeteria.
There are some VERY IMPORTANT rules (set by Seattle Children's Hospital for the toy drive):
o Only NEW toys
o New toys must be unwrapped
o All new toys must NOT have any connection to violence
It is essential that these rules are followed due to the safety, health, and well-being of the patients.
The winning class will receive 100 spirit points and a root beer float party.
But the competition ends on February 22, 2013, so hurry and bring in you NEW TOYS.
(Don't let the Seniors win again!) (Sorry Seniors.)
Amateur Radio Opportunity:
Attention Students, Families, and Staff of Aviation High School! Have you ever been interested in receiving your Amateur Radio License? Well now you have the opportunity to do so. A unique two-day class is being offered on March 2nd and 3rd at Aviation High School that will teach you everything you need to know to pass the test at the end of the second day and get your license. This is my senior project and I need students, so please don't hesitate to ask questions or sign up! If you are interested, please contact Savannah Mattson by email at aviationsavvy@gmail.com for more information."
· INVENTORS and LEADERS- 2 positions available to work as a Leadership Intern with CAMP INVENTION the second week of July, 2013 at Marvista Elementary in Normandy Park. Submit Interest Form and Resume to Julie Burr by February 25, 2013. $150 Stipend.
- Microsoft has announced their summer high school internship, which is full time, paid and VERY COMPETITIVE. They are also offering a 3 day boot camp, another great opportunity for those interested in computer science and software engineering. More information is on the Career Bulletin Board and website. Please let Mrs. Burr know if you plan to apply, she has some tips and requirements- we’d really like to see an AHS student selected for one of the twenty positions offered for students throughout the region.
- The Royal Aeronautical Society is offering a voluntary internship for a sophomore or junior, beginning in mid-February. The new intern will work with an experienced “lead intern” from AHS to assist with and attend 5-7 board meetings, lectures and the Joe Sutter Dinner offered by RAeS, beginning this February and extending over the course of the next year. More information is on the Career Bulletin Board and Website.
· GIRLS ROCK MATH Internships: Multiple positions for AHS female students in any grade to work in fun camps in West Seattle. Camps inspire young girls to pursue math and science and are offered in July. Pick up an application from Ms. Burr. The deadline is February 27, 2013.
· GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Full time, paid internship for juniors who want to go into engineering with BLR Performance Innovation in Everett. Don’t miss out. Application deadline is March 1, 2013. See Mrs. Burr or the Career Bulletin Board or website for more information.
· Juniors pursuing engineering- what a dream to intern for RAISBECK Engineering this summer! 30 hours/week, paid internship, south Seattle location, application deadline March 1, 2013.
· Future engineers- there are SIX summer internship openings in the Engineering Department with the Federal Aviation Authority. These are open to sophomores and juniors, with seniors considered. What an opportunity! Application deadline is March 7, 2013.
· AEROTEC Engineering will be offering 1-2 paid, full time engineering internships next summer. Aerotec is located in South Seattle and while targeting Seniors, they will also consider Juniors who will be pursuing an engineering degree, are top students and passionate about the field. Deadline for application is March 15, 2013.
· Future pilots and aviation business professionals- 2 part time, volunteer positions are now open with Clay Lacy Aviation- one of the world’s premier aircraft charter and management companies. Sophomores and juniors may apply; application deadline is March 15, 2013.
The Museum of Flight is hosting Women Fly!, an event for young women in high school who may be interested in an aviation and aerospace career. This year’s theme is “50 Years of Women in Space.” Participants will attend hands-on workshops, a networking lunch, and get to listen to aviation/aerospace women professionals. See Ms. Burr if interested.
What: Women Fly!
Date: Friday, March 8, 2013
Time: 8:30 AM-1:30 PM
Fee: Registration: $10
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. Registration opens March 1, 2013 and there is no registration fee. Competitors and advisors stay and dine free on campus, May 17 – 19. Visit http://imagine.wsu.edu/ .
Boeing Job Shadow On March 28, 2013, 60 Aviation High School Students will get to tour the Boeing Company’s Auburn Plant, learn about the wide variety of career opportunities there are with Boeing, and participate in fun workshops. All students are invited to participate except those on the Robotics Team. We’ll be leaving AHS by bus at 7:00 am and returning around 2:15 pm. First come, first served, so sign up in the Career Center and turn your field trip permission form in to Ms. Burr.
ATTENDANCE NOTES
· 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 a 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.
· REMINDER for Families Scheduling Summer Vacations--Be prepared for your AHS student to attend school on Thursday, August 29, 2013. The first two days of school prepare your student for a great start to a new school year!
· Student Athletes— please remember to check in weekly with your advisor and notify them of your participation status. All winter athletes who did not participate in a fall sport must pick up their ALE paperwork this week from Mr. Kelly.
From Your PTSA
Senior Graduation Party Information:
It's 2013 and June will be here before you know it....have you purchased your Grad Party Ticket yet?
If not, now is a great time to do so! For $125, your Senior will enjoy a terrific post-graduation party at iFly, celebrating with their Graduating Class one final time. Please fill out and return the ticket form with funds to Aviation High to ensure your senior a spot! The Grad Party Committee IS NOW SELLING TICKETS ON THURSDAY’S. If you can help by taking a day to sell, please let us know by emailing Grad Party Chair Mindy McClean at mindymacster@hotmail.com. Many hands make light work...so if you can lend a hand, that would be great!
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Coed Spring Practices will start Tuesday, Feb. 26. Students, look for the team captains at a lunch booth next week to get more information. Parents and students, feel free to email Volunteer Parent, Sandy Nielsen, for more information at sjnielsen@comcast.net
Any interested students, boys and girls, are encouraged to attend the first three practices to give it a try!!
Enrollment forms must be completed to continue beyond the first three practices. Players who previously enrolled in the Fall Season will be contacted if any forms need updating.
Saturday games against other schools will start mid-March.
Before the Spring practices, there are two more Winter Frisbee Friday practices, held on the field behind AHS from 2-4pm:
· Feb. 15
· Feb. 22
Winter Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee is open to those students who enrolled in the Fall Season. Email Volunteer Parent, Sandy Nielsen, for winter enrollment information at sjnielsen@comcast.net
Counselor Corner
Katie Carper
Air Force ROTC will be presenting on February 20 at 1 PM in room 17. Please sign up in room 11 if you are interested in attending!
Yale Young Global Scholars Program for Outstanding High School Students to better reflect the international focus of the program. Now in its twelfth year, the program draws together a diverse group of students from all over the world to live on Yale's campus, learn from Yale faculty, and analyze and debate key ideas about law, government, economics, history, and grand strategy.
Politics, Law, and Economics Program (PLE)
• The early decision deadline is March 1, 2013
• The regular application deadline is April 18, 2013
Studies in Grand Strategy Program (GS)
• The early decision deadline is March 8, 2013
• The regular application deadline is May 3, 2013
Juniors: UW Math Academy is a FREE 4-week residential and intensive math program designed for high school juniors who are interested in pursuing engineering and technology. The goal of the program is to enhance students’ strengths in math problem solving to better prepare them for the rigorous college-level mathematics coursework required of top engineering schools like the University of Washington’s College of Engineering. In particular, we hope to serve underrepresented, low-income, first-generation, and female students and support them in their goals of becoming engineers. During the program, students will engage with alumni, current students, and UW faculty. They will tour the facilities of companies like Boeing and Amazon and get a first-hand look at what it means to be an engineer. Students will get to enjoy their surroundings with trips to Pike Place Market and Snoqualmie Falls, and activities like canoeing on Lake Washington or playing intramurals in UW facilities. Participants also get individualized college admissions advising from UW admissions counselors.
The application for the 2013 Math Academy is now available online in PDF format at www.uwmathacademy.org.
Applications are due on Friday, March 15. A representative from Math Academy will be presenting at 1 PM in room 17 on Wednesday, February 13. Please sign up with Ms. Carper if you are interested in attending the presentation.
The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship helps low- and middle-income Washington State residents earn bachelor’s degrees in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and health care. The application period is NOW through Feb. 18, 2013. Applications are available at: http://www.waopportunityscholarship.org/page.aspx?pid=992
Cascade Warbirds is offering scholarships to students over age 15 for private pilot ground school and two free flights. The application is available at www.cascadewarbirds.org. Deadline: February 28, 2013
Association of Computer Professionals in Education (ACPE) Scholarships these scholarships are available to graduation high school seniors who have been actively involved in the use of technology during their high school careers and are planning to pursue studies in a technology related field. Four $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to four deserving students in Washington and Oregon. Application deadline is March 1, 2013. Follow the link below for details and to download an application: http://www.acpenw.org/home/scholarships
Upcoming college visits:
Sign up in room 11 if you are interested in attending!
· Central Washington University’s Department of Aviation: February 20 at 1 PM
Quote of the Week:
“A good friend is a connection to life: a tie to the past, a road to the future, they key to sanity in a totally insane world.”
~Lois Wyse
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