NOTAM 022414

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:

http://www.whitworth.edu/Administration/Admissions/Undergraduate/VisitWhitworth/MulticulturalVisitProgram.htm

 

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 6^th (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.)