Raisbeck
Aviation High School
NOTAM 022414
February
24, 2014
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Monday: Science Olympiad (studiers)--8:00-8:50
a.m., Room 2350
FRC Robotics Team
Meetings 6:00-9:00
p.m., Room 1610
Tuesday: Deadline
to apply for
ASTRONICS and Planetary Resources Internships
Science Olympiad (builders) --8:00-8:50
a.m., Room 2350
Speech and Debate--3:30-5:00
p.m., Room 3560
PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Club Practice 3:45 – 6:00
p.m., Tukwila CC Field
FTC Robotics Team
Meetings 3:30-5:00
p.m., Room 1610
FRC Robotics Team
Meetings 6:00-9:00
p.m., Room 1610
Wednesday: Block: Periods 1, 3, advisory, 5
Mentor Breakfast - 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Science
Olympiad (studiers) 8:00-8:50
a.m., Room 2350
Speech and Debate--3:30-5:00
p.m., Room 3560 Math Club 3:30-4:45
p.m., Room 3180
PTSA Ultimate Frisbee
Club Practice
3:45 – 6:00 p.m., Tukwila CC Field
FRC Robotics Team
Meetings 6:00-9:00
p.m., Room 1610
Thursday: Block: Periods 2, 4, advisory, 6
Deadline to apply for Raisbeck
Engineering and London Aviation Underwriters Internships
Science Olympiad (builders) 8:00-8:50
a.m., Room 2350
Speech and Debate--3:30-5:00
p.m., Room 3560
PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Club Practice 3:45 – 6:00
p.m., Tukwila CC Field
FTC Robotics Team
Meetings 3:30-5:00
p.m., Room 1610
FRC Robotics Team
Meetings 6:00-9:00
p.m., Room 1610
Friday: Women FLY! - Museum of Flight –8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
(participants need to be at school by 8:30)
Applications
are due for
the National Youth Science Camp
Deadline to apply for Fauntleroy Children’s Center and Girls Rock
Math internships
Introduction to Science Olympiad (studiers and
builders) 8:00-8:50
a.m., Room 2350
SPIRIT SHACK during lunch in the Cafeteria
Chess Club during lunch in Cafeteria
Early Dismissal at 2:00 p.m. for students; Staff
Professional Development 2:15-3:45 p.m.
Saturday: FRC Robotics Team Meetings 9:30 a.m.-3:30
p.m., Room 1610
Principal’s Message
Each year, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recognizes
three outstanding Junior female students in the areas of science,
mathematics, and technology. These young women will be given recognition at
AAUW’s state convention and be honored by AAUW Highline Branch at a reception
on May 7, 2014. AAUW promotes equity in education for women and girls through
scholarships and grants. The national foundation gave over $3 million to women
in scholarships and fellowships last year alone. The association’s goal with
the High School Scholar Program is to encourage more young girls and women to
become interested in careers in science, mathematics and technology, where they
are still underrepresented in the workforce.
We are pleased to announce that Raisbeck Aviation High School’s
junior women who will receive this year’s awards are:
·
Gabby Rivera—Science
·
Jordan Drugge—Math
·
Kirsten Noble—Technology
Congratulations to our outstanding junior women who will most
definitely make significant contributions in the STEM workforce!
And…we have two more
RAHS students who have earned the rank of Eagle
Scout through the Boy Scouts of America! On average, only four out of 100
boys make the rank of Eagle. Sincere congratulations
to Giovanni Hittman and Ford Stratton on this extraordinary
accomplishment!
March Rotary students of the Month are Jonathan Stariha and Maddie Wilson. If
you know these two remarkable seniors, you know that both represent the traits
of a Rotarian, most important being that of service to others. Congratulations, Jonathan and Maddie! Both will be recognized by the Southcenter
Rotary at a special luncheon.
Our Speech & Debate team returned from Harvard last week,
tired and wiser! Mr. Shiroma reported
that our students performed well in their events, among hundreds of competitors
who traveled from various states. They had the opportunity to observe debates
and learn from top competitors, which will make them even better prepared for
future competitions. Visiting Tier One colleges was also an opportunity of a
lifetime for the 16 students who were selected to attend the Harvard
tournament. We are proud of you, Speech
& Debaters!
As explained in last week’s edition of the NOTAM, we have an
opportunity to take a charter bus to
Portland on Saturday, April 12 (during spring break) to cheer for our Skunkworks
Robotics team. A sign-up sheet is
available in Mrs. Hiranaka’s office. If
interested in going, please sign up this
week so that we have adequate time to reserve the bus, get field trip
permissions taken care of, and arrange other details. Going on this trip depends on our filling the
bus to capacity. Go Skunks!
A big thank you to everyone who helped us interview students last
week. You were all exemplary ambassadors who made our eighth graders feel
welcomed and special. The student
applicants were in awe of you, and so was I. You are remarkable! Thank you for
giving up your evenings and a Saturday to assist with our interviews. The next sessions are scheduled for Tuesday
March 4 and 18 and Saturday March 22.
That’s it for this week, Scholars.
Please read the Announcements section for important information and
opportunities. Enjoy your week of
learning! As always, I am honored to be
your principal.
~Reba G.
NEW
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CAREER CENTER:
Events/Opportunities:
Women FLY! - Museum of Flight – This Friday, February 28th,
2014, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm –
The registered girls need to be at school by 8:30! Also, a
$10 registration fee is required to attend the event and may be paid the day
of. Scholarship assistance is available to cover the registration fee in cases
of financial need. Please call (206) 768-7188 or e-mail womenfly@museumofflight.org
to inquire. (http://www.museumofflight.org/programs/women-fly-2014).
Boeing
Junior Achievement Job Shadow Day - Thursday, March 20, 2014, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
-
60 RAHS freshmen, juniors and seniors have been selected. Permission
slips and Boeing Application Packets need to be turned in to Mrs. Wooley, in
the career center, TODAY!
University
of Washington – Monday, March 3, 2014, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm – Sophomores
will be on scheduled tours of the University of Washington and will eat lunch
at the Husky Union Building (HUB). Permission slips need to be turned
in, at the Career Center or to Mrs. Wooley ASAP!
Internships:
Seattle
Parks and Recreation – is still offering several internships in their
Youth Career Training Program, with the emphasis on aviation
careers. Interns learn some introductory programming and build
model helicopters which they’ll fly and then teach others to build. You
need to be available Friday nights or some time on Saturdays or Sundays
during the academic year. Then continue with a flexible schedule in the
summer. Applicants can be of any age but should live in Seattle or
very nearby. They must be able to get to a Seattle Parks and Rec office,
and can choose the one nearest to their home. Once a student has
completed 144 hours of the program, they will receive a stipend of $599. Apply
ASAP!
ASTRONICS
Advanced Electronic Systems – TWO summer, paid, 4 days/week
engineering internships (one mechanical and one electrical). Juniors
preferred, but will consider qualified sophomores. Astronics (in Kirkland)
is a leader in custom, rugged electrical power systems for harsh environments
(helicopters, other aircraft). Interns will work with engineers with CAD
drawings and testing products. Deadline to apply – February Feb 25,
2014 at noon.
Planetary
Resources
- seeking qualified high school students for summer internship positions to
assist in the development of new technologies for commercial robotic space
exploration and the development of space resources. Summer internships are a
minimum of 7 consecutive weeks, full time, and available to sophomores and
juniors who are interested in pursuing a career in space systems design. Deadline
to apply - February 25, 2014 at noon.
RAISBECK
ENGINEERING - This
summer engineering internship is approximately 30 hours/week, paid, and
available to juniors who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering.
Deadline to apply - February 27, 2014 at noon.
London
Aviation Underwriters
– TWO summer, full time, paid, Office Assistant positions with this busy
Aviation Insurance Company located near Seattle Center. For sophomores
and juniors. Deadline to apply - February 27, 2014 at noon.
Fauntleroy
Children’s Center - Project Manager and Youth STEM Teachers – Seven
summer, part time internships available to students entering their sophomore,
junior or senior years. Six interns and one lead intern will be selected to
develop STEM lesson plans, involving hands on experiments and basic STEM
concepts, creating a supply list and budget, and teaching two groups of
students ages K-1 and 2 -5 grade. The unpaid internships are the four
Monday afternoons in July. Deadline to apply - February 28, 2014 at noon.
Girls
Rock Math –
Summer, part time internships available to girls entering their sophomore,
junior or senior years. Both interns and lead counselors (must meet additional
requirements) will be selected to empower young girls to develop confidence in
their skills and life-long interest in mathematics. The unpaid
internships are 1-2 weeks. Deadline to apply - February 28, 2014 at 3:30.
HOBART
Machined -
1-2 paid internships for students interested in manufacturing engineering,
business and quality control. Flexible schedule, can start now and
increase hours in the summer or wait until summer. Available to students
entering their junior or senior years (must be 16 years old). Site
is located east of Covington, near Maple Valley. Deadline to apply -
March 5, 2014 at noon.
Erin
Air –
TWO summer, part time, unpaid internships available to students entering
their sophomore, junior or senior years. Interns need to have a passion
for aviation and are interested in aviation business. Flexible schedule but a
minimum 45 hour commitment. Deadline to apply - March 5, 2014 at noon.
CAMP
INVENTION
– Summer, part time, unpaid internships available to students entering their
sophomore, junior or senior years. Engage students in investigations,
experiments and engineering challenges. Must be available the full second week
of July (7/7/2014 - 7/11/2014), Deadline to apply - March 5, 2014 at noon.
CLAY
LACY –
TWO summer, part time, unpaid internships available to students entering
their sophomore, junior or senior years. Interns will work alongside a
Line Service Operator and will learn all about a fixed based operation airport.
Flexible schedule. Deadline to apply - March 7, 2014 at noon.
MICROSOFT - High School
Internship Program and Boot Camp applications are now open, The Internship
Program is especially competitive and for students throughout Puget
Sound. Must apply online at http://careers.microsoft.com/careers/en/us/high-school-intern-program.aspx and mail in
materials to Microsoft. More info in the Career Center. Deadline to
apply - March 14, 2014.
Royal
Aeronautical Society –
Three voluntary internships available to students who will be given a
“Student Board Member” title. Attend 5-7 evening meetings per year at the
Museum of Flight. Assist with mailings, check in of guests, take board
minutes, and other duties as assigned. For freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Deadline
to apply - March 20, 2014 at noon.
For
more information on any of the listed career internships or opportunities,
please visit the Career Website at www.aviationhscareers.org, and Career
Center Bulletin Board.
Counselor Corner–Katie Carper
Have
you checked the school website lately? There is valuable information in
the newly-updated Counselor section, including scholarships, admissions
information, and FAQ’s. Visit: http://www.highlineschools.org/Page/2022
Whitworth
University is
hosting a Multicultural Visit Program (MVP) on April 3-5 for high school
juniors and seniors. They will be providing a charter bus for students coming
from Seattle/Tacoma! All the info and an application can be found in the
link below:
Juniors
and Seniors: The
I-90 Wildlife Bridges Coalition is sponsoring the Bridging Futures
Scholarship Program, which is focused on engineering ways for future
highways to protect animals. Winners receive a $1500 scholarship and a
spot in the Cascade Mountain School’s “Mt. Hood Mountain to Mouth” Camp
program. Visit http://i90wildlifebridges.org/bridging-futures-2014 for more
information.
The Imagine Tomorrow Competition at Washington
State University is a problem-solving competition held each spring. This
year, there are challenges in biofuels, technology, design, and behavior.
Visit www.imagine.wsu.edu for more
information.
The NATIONAL
YOUTH SCIENCE CAMP is an honors program for two high achieving high
school students from each state in the nation and others from around the
world. This residential summer
experience is held in a rustic setting in West Virginia’s eastern mountains and
has honored and challenged more than 5,000 participants since it began in
1963. Two high school seniors will
receive a full scholarship to exchange ideas with scientists and other
professions from the academic and corporate worlds. The nearly month-long experience includes lectures
and hands-on research projects presented by scientists from across the nation;
overnight camping trips into the Monogahela National Forest; and a visit to
Washington D.C. The selected delegates
must not only demonstrate academic achievement in science, but also show
potential for thoughtful scientific leadership.
Applications must be submitted by Friday, February 28, 2014. To apply, go to http://apply.nysc.org.
From your
ASB:
Spirit
Point count:
Seniors
- 1875
Juniors
- 1275
Sophomores
- 1990
Freshmen
– 1000
Project PROMise has returned! Ladies—we are
collecting gently used and/or new prom dresses to donate to Highline Schools
Foundation. The dresses will be given to young ladies within our school district
who would like to go to prom but don’t necessarily have the funds to afford it.
We would LOVE your donation of a dress, shoes, purses, and/or jewelry. We are
also looking for donations or gift cards to local salons or for pedicures or
manicures for these well-deserving girls. Please bring your items to Mrs.
Fitzpatrick’s room, 3520 any time until March 10, 2014. Last year, we sent 16
dresses, several boxes of beautiful shoes, some lovely jewelry, and a couple of
handbags. Please help us help others.
Culture Club
Laser
Tag In School- March 6th - Hosted By Culture Club, Fundraiser for Local
Homeless Youth
Immediately
after school on Thursday, March 6th, a laser tag tournament will take
place in the Boeing Presentation Center, until 5:30. An admission price of $15
will guarantee tournament entrance, non-tournament play, and soda. Sign up
your 3-player team on the sign-up poster in the lunch room to be included in
the bracket. All profits will be donated to YouthCare, a Seattle
non-profit that supports and empowers homeless youth. $5 pizza will also be
available from the usual Tuesday vendor. Come play laser tag in your very own
school for a discount price, while supporting a great cause!
Interact Club
INTERACT
CLUB is hosting field trip to the Bill and Melina Gates Foundation on March 6th
(club day), from 12:30 -3:30. Students will miss Lunch through sixth period, so
be sure to get your Planned Absence forms in ASAP to Mrs. Wooley!
Attention
all spring athletes and students! Interact
club is having a 'Warm Weather Sports Clothing Drive' to donate to local kids
and teens who want to participate in sports, but don’t have any sporting gear
to wear! So wear your heart on your sleeve and bring in your new or gently used
shorts, jerseys, tee shirts and shoes in the large bin outside the cafeteria to
help the community around you!
Ultimate
Frisbee Club
Ultimate
Frisbee Club Spring Season coming up! New
players are welcome to join!
Regular
practices will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after school, at the Tukwila
field, starting Feb. 18 and continuing through May 14.
Feb.
18: start-of-season meeting at Tukwila field, followed by practice.
All
girls and boys are welcome to join this no-cut coed sport, though space is
limited.
A
great way to earn 0.5 PE credit (=75 hours, depending on attendance and
participation in games).
If
you signed up in the fall for the full year, you’ll be contacted only IF forms
need updating.
NEW
players for spring season must turn in complete enrollment forms and $60 fee.
Reduced fee available upon request.
To
sign up, or with any questions, contact parent volunteer coordinator, Sandy
Nielsen sjnielsen@comcast.net
From your PTSA:
We are looking for a few good people!
If you would like to volunteer with
any of the areas below, please contact Sandy Nielsen at sjnielsen@comcast.net
If you need information about what
the position entails please contact Sandy Nielsen or Nancy Wing at treasurer@aviationptsa.org
Officer positions, like other
positions, may be shared by more than one person, so consider doing the job
with a friend!
All four PTSA officer positions are
open for 2014-15. Current board members have held their positions for the
maximum 2 years, and they will be available for consulting with new position
holders throughout the next year.
Officer positions will be voted on at the May General PTSA meeting:
President, or Co-Presidents
(currently Steve Burke)
Vice President or Co-Vice Presidents
(currently Carol Morrison)
Secretary or Co-Secretaries
(currently Mike Tenne)
Treasurer (currently Nancy Wing)
The following two volunteer slots do not
need membership vote, and can be shared jobs:
-Web Site - ongoing - Maintain
PTSA website throughout the year using Dreamweaver
-Senior Grad Party - large event for
seniors. Planning should start at beginning of school year. Senior parent to
work with ASB.
If you would like to volunteer with
any of the areas below, please contact Sandy Nielsen at sjnielsen@comcast.net
If you need information about what
the position entails please contact Sandy Nielsen or Nancy Wing at treasurer@aviationptsa.org
Previous NOTAM
Announcements – but still Relevant
Upcoming Science Olympiad dates:
15 March 2014: Regional Tournament @ Highline Community
College
11-12 April: State Tournament @ Eastern Washington
University
PE Credit—Student, earn
one-half credit for PE through a class at Chewelah Peak (North of Spokane)
April 7-11. This is the same week as our
Spring Break. The course is sponsored through the Association of
Washington School Principals. Martin E.
Fortin, Jr., the director of AWSP’s Outdoor Learning Centers, is exploring
whether there is enough interest to host the outdoor class. The cost is $300.00 and participants will
need to borrow/rent/bring cross country skis.
Yearbook needs your sport pictures!
If you are a student who participates in a sport outside
of school—such as swimming, basketball, soccer, and other sports—please send
pictures of yourself participating in events or practice, along with a very
brief description stating your name and what’s happening in the photo, to jlsguitarist@gmail.com. Thank you for your help!
Attention
Talented RAHS Students!
Express
yourself and show the world your special talents. My name is Natalie Cullinan
and my senior project is a website that showcases our creative students. “Art”
comes in many forms. Do you take photos, make jewelry, sketch people, paint
birds, write poetry, create music or participate in any other art form? I want
to hear from you and see (or hear) your talent. Please submit your work to me
at ngcullinan@gmail.com, or submit in
person. I will be unveiling the website soon, stay tuned!
Winter
Weather Emergency Information: TV, Radio, and our HighlineSchools.org
website will have the most current emergency information regarding school
delays or closures. Also, parents, students,
staff and community members can sign up to receive emergency information about
Highline Public Schools through FlashAlert.
This includes breaking news and weather related information. By signing up,
people can registered up to three email and/or cell phone text addresses to
receive the latest information. Visit FlashAlert
to create an account. Please do not call the Highline District offices,
transportation office or your student’s school office. Calls divert staff from responding to the emergency
situation.
NHS SERVICE
OPPORTUNITY - Feeling a little
down? Not contributing enough to the world? Well, my friend, you can solve all
your problems by signing up to volunteer at the local food bank! Take a break
from your studying, get a sympathy card with that late homework, and come to
Northwest Harvest Seattle on the first Saturday of every month! Anyone can go
to Mrs. Hiranaka's desk and sign up to get your community service hours and
brighten someone's day.
MAKE-UP DAYS—Everyone,
please remember that our late start to the school year means that we must make up the three days we missed at the
start of the school year. We have
made up one. Please plan to come to school on the following two days:
·
May 16,
2014—half day of school, dismissal at Noon
School bus transportation will be
provided for Highline students.
·
May 27,
2014—make-up for
the snow day that occurred in December.
Quote of the Week & aviation history
“Why fly? Simple. I'm not happy unless there's some
room between me and the ground.”— Richard Bach
(Just a year
ago, Richard Bach finished his book Jonathan
Livingston Seagull, originally published in 1970 in three sections. The fourth, and final, section was inspired
by his accident in 2012.)