NOTAM 100614 Raisbeck Aviation High School
October 6, 2014
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Another extraordinary week of learning!
Monday: Six Period Day
Staff Meeting 3:45-4:30
National Honor Society meeting Sr. Peterson’s Room -
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Film Club meeting Room 3530 - 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM
YAG information meeting Room 1630 - 3:45 PM to 5:00
PM
Tuesday: Six
Period Day
(AM) VIPs On Campus: Tulsa, OK Mayor—Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Bartlett Jr., Dr. Oliver
Wallace (Tulsa Public Schools) and Mr. Tony Heaberlin (Tulsa Technology Center)
FTC Team meeting Room 1610 – 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
FRC Team meeting Room 1610 – 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Speech and Debate Room 3560 – 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
FTC parents – informational meeting Boeing Commons -
5:30 PM
Wednesday: A Block – Periods 1, 3, Advisory, 5
Mentor
Breakfast 7:30-9:00AM
Pomona:
college/career center – 10:45 AM
Speech and Debate Room 3560 -
3:30PM to 5:30 PM
Math Club Room 3180 - 3:30 PM to
4:45 PM
Thursday: B Block - Periods 2, 4, Advisory,
6
FTC Team meeting Room 1610 –
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
FRC Team meeting Room 1610 –
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Speech and Debate Room 3560 –
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Culture
Club movie Napoleon Dynamite in BPC - 3:45
Friday: NO SCHOOL - Statewide
teacher in-service day!
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Principal’s Message
One
of the intentional themes for this school year is learning to celebrate just a
little bit more. Often, the push and
shove of the day turns into the blur of the week; and then, another month accelerates
by, only to be seen from a rearview mirror.
A month can go by, and sometimes longer, without taking time to
celebrate. The month of October is purposefully different. Time is dedicated to celebrate our ten-year
anniversary, mentor program, Pathfinder Gala, and stellar accomplishments.
For
many reasons, it is appropriate to mark our ten-year anniversary with
celebration and remembrance. Our founders:
students, staff, industry leaders, and visionary, former Principal/CEO, Reba Gilman, are keepers of AHS/RAHS
history. These important stories explain
many of our traditions and core values. Unfortunately,
the anecdotes are widely unknown by our current students. To help bridge that
gap, a special ten-year anniversary assembly is scheduled for Thursday, October 23rd, from 1:00-2:00PM.
We’ll hear memorable stories from graduates and Advisory Board members, see
forgotten images, and sprinkle in a surprise for fun. Parents, if your schedule allows, please plan
to join us for the assembly.
RAHS
is blessed to stand on an impressive ten-year legacy. Along with the staff, I share the desire to
extend our crowning accomplishments.
This week, I was thrilled to read Puget Sound Business Journal’s on-line
article: Where Does Your School Rank?
(Ranked by School Performance) The top
25 public high schools in WA State.
Proudly, RAHS ranked #2 in the achievement index. On Friday, some of the students exclaimed,
“Mr. Kelly, we’re so close—we can be number one!” I love it.
Delightedly, that honor would mark another bright moment in school
history and give us cause for intentional celebration.
To
view all top 25 high schools across the state, follow this link--
A Round of Applause—acknowledging those who make RAHS a
better place.
Our First Mentors—who continue to serve since 2004! Mike Borfitz, Gene Kranc, Robert Reash,
Mark Rupert, Eric Schutten, and Dan Hrehov.
Ms. Hiranaka—along with her other wonderful gifts,
has earned the distinction as resident historian!
Honored
to serve as your Principal—Bruce Kelly
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NEW
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Culture Club would love to invite you to watch Napoleon Dynamite on October 9th, 2014. We are
collecting donations of clothing to support a local charity! Bring those to the
movie for free entry. Snacks available! Cash donations encouraged! After school
in the BPC, movie starts 3:45 p.m.
Robotics
Merit Badge Clinic for Boy and Girl Scouts 6th-12th Grades – Saturday, 11/15, 9-3pm, at
Raisbeck Aviation High School. Scouts
will learn about the robotics industry, careers in robotics, tool safety, and
build and program a functioning robot to perform a specific task using Lego
Mindstorms. The goal is to cover all requirements necessary to earn the Merit
Badge for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Cost
is $5. Register by contacting Edson Smith, skunks.roboticsmb@gmail.com. Spots
are limited so sign up early.
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Phoenix Flyer
The
school newspaper, the Phoenix Flyer, is coming soon. Be sure to submit your
questions to Ground Control for in-house advice. Need help adjusting to the new
school year? Don't know how to deal with your tough classes? Can't find a date
to the Aviator's Ball? Have no fear, Ground Control is here! Please submit your
questions to ahsphoenixflyer@gmail.com or find a link on the Phoenix
Flyer Facebook page!
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Parent Portal/Illuminate
For
parents who have not yet received Parent Portal/Illuminate Registration Codes
they may be obtained by contacting Mrs. Hiranaka by phone or email. 206.631.7200
or theda.hiranaka@highlineschools.org
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National Honor Society
The
first Blood Drive of the year is Wednesday, October 8th. If you are donating,
please remember to eat a healthy breakfast and to drink lots of water before
you donate! Thank you for donating and saving lives!
NHS
will be hosting our first Game Night on October 17, in Sr. Peterson's room
until 5pm. Join us for tons of fun as we play different games. You're welcome
to bring any of your favorite video games, consoles, or board games. Hope to
see you there!
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Students to Take the Healthy Youth
Survey
Students
in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 will participate in the 2014 Healthy Youth Survey
during the week of October 13-17. This survey is voluntary and anonymous.
Survey results are used to support our youth and reduce their risks.
Parents can excuse their children from taking the survey
by calling the school. Students can also excuse themselves by talking to their
teacher. Schools, school districts, counties, and state agencies use the results
to better understand our students and to provide them with the services they
need. Results are used for planning, evaluating, and improving programs and
obtaining money to support them. For more information regarding this
survey, please review this flyer. The flyer is
also available in Spanish.
From the career center
MENTOR
BREAKFAST --- The October Mentor Breakfast
on Wednesday, October 8 at 7:30AM
will be held in the RAHS Boeing Commons. We’ll recognize the 10th
Anniversary of RAHS and hear from industry professionals on their perspective
regarding mentorship and the unique perspective that RAHS mentees enjoy.
Remember if you have not been assigned your mentor ---come to the breakfast and
assignments will be made shortly thereafter.
MENTORS?? --- Become a mentor and share
your expertise with students. There’s time and opportunity. See www.aviationhscareers.org for an on-line application or
contact Mr. Davolt at 206-631-7210 or steven.davolt@highlineschools.org .
THE
PATHFINDER GALA --- at
the Museum of Flight will be held on Saturday, October 25. Selection of
participants have been made. Check the CAREER CENTER on Tuesday, October
7 for a complete listing of awarded participants.
Δv SPACEFEST: ACCELERATING DISCOVERY -- Participate in the
Museum of Flight’s Spacefest on November 20-22 where the leaders of
space and industry will come together in an incredible three day program of
presentations, demonstrations and activities. Participating RAHS students and
their parents will be given complimentary admission to the three-day program.
Mark your calendars!
MUSICIANS
FOR THE JOE SUTTER GALA
--- We’re looking for a group of musicians (10-15) for a paid engagement
at the MUSEUM OF FLIGHT on Saturday, November 15. Music will be a
crowning highlight of the annual dinner celebrating Mr. Sutter and his
contribution to aviation and the aeronautical industry.
Contact
Mr. Davolt @ steven.davolt@highlineschools.org. for further information and
your chance to participate.
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Counselor
Corner
Ms. Carper will proctor BYU
Health exams in the career center at 3:40 on the last Wednesday of every month. Remember,
you must order the test from BYU at least two weeks in advance.
College
Admissions Presentation: Ms.
Carper and the 12th grade advisors will be presenting to senior
advisories on Thursday, October 9 at 1 PM in the BPC. Parents are
welcome!
University
of Pennsylvania presentation: Students
who are interested in Penn and their parents are invited to Experience Penn at
McCaw Hall on Sunday, October 12 at 4 PM.
Washington
University presentation: Prospective
students and their parents are invited to a presentation at Embassy Suites
Bellevue on Thursday, October 16 at 7 PM. For more information, visit
admissions.wustl.edu.
Yale
Presentation: You
are invited to learn more about Yale programs and admissions at one of two
presentations in the Seattle area:
Thursday,
October 16 at 7 PM at Annie Wright School
Saturday,
October 18 at 2:30 PM at Seattle Public Library
Duke
presentation: Duke
will be at the Seattle Asian Art Museum on Thursday, October 23 at 7
P.M. Visit admiss.ugrad.duke.edu/discover-duke to register.
Tulane
presentation: Students
and parents are invited to the Tulane University admissions presentation at Renaissance
Seattle Hotel on Monday, October 20 at 7 PM. RSVP at
tulaneinfo.org/events.
The
Seattle National College Fair will be Saturday, November 1 12 PM-4 PM
at the Washington State Convention Center. Visit www.gotomyncf.com for more information.
Students
who have completed outstanding community service are eligible to apply for the Prudential
Spirit of Community Award. Visit spirit.prudential.com to apply by November
4, 2014.
MIT
Inspire Competition: Students
are invited to enter the MIT Inspire, a national research competition.
For more information, visit getinspired.mit.edu. The first submission
deadline is January 7, 2015.
PSAT:
All 10th
and 11th graders will be taking the PSAT at 9 AM on October
15. Report to advisory at 9 AM on October 15. Get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast, and
be on time! For more information about the test, visit: https://www.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt
SAT:
All 12th graders
will be taking the SAT at 9 AM on October 15. Report to advisory at
9 AM on October 15.No need to sign up and you don’t need the code for the
College Board website. This is a great, free opportunity provided by the
district, so do your best!
Upcoming
College Presentations Sign
up in the college/career center to attend
Pomona:
10:45 AM on
October 8 in the college/career center
USC:
1 PM on
October 17 in the College/Career Center
Harvey-Mudd:
12:30 on
October 21 in the PLC
Worcester
Polytechnic Institute: 1
PM on October 20 in the College/Career Center
Whitworth
University: 1
PM on October 29 in the College/Career Center
Westminster:
12:30 PM on
October 31 in the College/Career Center
Seattle
Pacific University:
1 PM on Wednesday, November 5th in the College/Career Center
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ASB
Hey
Brotha’s and Sista’s. It’s here. The suspense is over. This year’s Aviator’s
Ball theme is OCTOBER SKY, so fill up your rockets with pumpkin seeds
and fall leaves, and come buy your tickets in the lunch room from October
27th-31st! Ticket prices are as follows:
Singles w/ ASB cards: $18
Singles w/out ASB cards $20
Couples w/ ASB cards $30
Couples w/out ASB cards $36
Now, we understand that many of us are uncomfortable with the fact that, October Sky, will be in so called “November,” but at the end of the day, if you believe you can achieve. Choose love. And don't forget to choose a date! (If you so prefer.)
P.S. If you haven’t read Rocket Boys, you should. Shout out to Mrs. Cook!
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE
For those of you incredible folk who are already wanting to plan out your attire for Spirit Week, Here’s to you!
Spirit week will be October 27th-31st, and the spirit days are as follows:
‘Merica Monday: Wear all of your 'Merican pride like it's the 4th of July all the time!
Tacky Tourist Tuesday: Get your tourist on with fanny packs, binoculars, Hawaiian shirts, and safari hats. Awww yeah.
Wizarding Wednesday: You're a wizard Harry! Bust out them wizarding robes, pointy hats, and wands, and get ready for some epic wizardry magic (also known as mathematics). “Swish and flick”.
Throwback Thursday: Let's be honest. I know you all wore silly bands and had hairstyles that you would never ever be caught with today... UNTIL NOW! Bring your elementary/middle school self this Thursday and show off those throwbacks to the golden days.
From the Ashes Friday: Class Colors yo! Freshmen bring your Yellow, Sophs bring your white, Juniors your red, and Seniors bring that black! PHOENIX PRIDE!
REMINDER:
Homecoming Court Nominations are this week, from the 6th-10th, so fill out your nomination card and submit it to the nomination box on the 1st floor Flight Attendants Desk! (next to the office) Remember you may only vote once, and for those in your class only, so get your votes in during lunch, or before/after school!
Congratulations to our new ASB officers Jordan Fletcher and Brynne Hunt! It was a tight race, but we know any of our candidates would have done a great job in representing our school. We're excited to see what the new Freshman class captains have to offer!
As always, feel free to stop by and ASB meeting every Wednesday at lunch in Mrs. Fitz's room to share an idea or to see what we're up to!
Thank you!
Jessi Mau
RAHS ASB Secretary
Singles w/ ASB cards: $18
Singles w/out ASB cards $20
Couples w/ ASB cards $30
Couples w/out ASB cards $36
Now, we understand that many of us are uncomfortable with the fact that, October Sky, will be in so called “November,” but at the end of the day, if you believe you can achieve. Choose love. And don't forget to choose a date! (If you so prefer.)
P.S. If you haven’t read Rocket Boys, you should. Shout out to Mrs. Cook!
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE
For those of you incredible folk who are already wanting to plan out your attire for Spirit Week, Here’s to you!
Spirit week will be October 27th-31st, and the spirit days are as follows:
‘Merica Monday: Wear all of your 'Merican pride like it's the 4th of July all the time!
Tacky Tourist Tuesday: Get your tourist on with fanny packs, binoculars, Hawaiian shirts, and safari hats. Awww yeah.
Wizarding Wednesday: You're a wizard Harry! Bust out them wizarding robes, pointy hats, and wands, and get ready for some epic wizardry magic (also known as mathematics). “Swish and flick”.
Throwback Thursday: Let's be honest. I know you all wore silly bands and had hairstyles that you would never ever be caught with today... UNTIL NOW! Bring your elementary/middle school self this Thursday and show off those throwbacks to the golden days.
From the Ashes Friday: Class Colors yo! Freshmen bring your Yellow, Sophs bring your white, Juniors your red, and Seniors bring that black! PHOENIX PRIDE!
REMINDER:
Homecoming Court Nominations are this week, from the 6th-10th, so fill out your nomination card and submit it to the nomination box on the 1st floor Flight Attendants Desk! (next to the office) Remember you may only vote once, and for those in your class only, so get your votes in during lunch, or before/after school!
Congratulations to our new ASB officers Jordan Fletcher and Brynne Hunt! It was a tight race, but we know any of our candidates would have done a great job in representing our school. We're excited to see what the new Freshman class captains have to offer!
As always, feel free to stop by and ASB meeting every Wednesday at lunch in Mrs. Fitz's room to share an idea or to see what we're up to!
Thank you!
Jessi Mau
RAHS ASB Secretary
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Skunkworks
All
Students must sign up for 3 events:
Due
Tuesday October 7
Events:
- Teen
Space Presents: Lego Mania
-Concord
-FTC
Competitions
-Seattle
Robotics Demo
-Girls
Gen (Guys) AV Team
-Boy
Scout/Girl Scout Merit Badge (10 selective students are chosen to be at this
event)
Forms
to enter you selections:
All students (parents as well to accept the terms)
must register for STIMS in
order to participate in FIRST Robotics Competition this season.
Parents mark your calendars for
Skunkworks parent nights Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 11 all in the Boeing
Presentation Center. Spaghetti Dinner
10/24.
FTC parents - please join us for an informational meeting, Tuesday, October 7th at 5:30 in the Boeing Commons. We'll go over the team calendar and discuss opportunities to support the team. Contact Coach Stephanie Jones-Gunn with any questions: stephanie.jones-gunn@highlineschools.org
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Attention
students:
Those who are interested in
volunteering for this year's auction on November 8th, can do so by notifying student volunteer coordinator liaison, Amber Thatcher
at amberthatcher206@gmail.com
by Friday, October 10th.
Students will receive community
service credit for qualified volunteer hours.
Volunteers will be chosen by Auction
co-chair Martha Ortiz and will be announced in mid-October. Prior
experience, seniority and date of request will all be taken into account when
assigning volunteers. There is only room for about 30 students, so get your
request into Amber today!
The 2014 PTSA auction team
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Youth and Government at RAHS
Do you
like politics? Want to learn more about government? Want to have an amazing
experience and meet great people? You should join Youth and Government! YAG is
a program run through the YMCA that aims to connect high school students to the
democratic process by engaging them in a non-partisan leadership experience.
The year-long program culminates in the 4 day YMCA Youth Legislature in May at
the State Capitol in Olympia.
Come
to our Information Session Monday October 6th in Mr. Sarver's room (1630) from
3:45-5:00
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From Your National Honor Society (NHS) FIRST NHS MEETING SEPTEMBER
29TH
The first Blood Drive of the
year will be
Wednesday, October 8th. You need to be at least 16 to donate. Find either
Olivia Shiffer, David Johnston, Hailey Johnston, or Kara de Leon to sign up to
donate. Remember, that giving blood is giving life! Thank you for donating!
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Now accepting
applications for Space Explorers!
Gain real-world experience while conducting authentic scientific
research on a NASA mission project.
The Student Planetary Investigators (PI) program is waiting for your
participation! Student teams will have the opportunity to learn
about Mercury in new and exciting ways! Through the use of mission
software, students will have the opportunity to explore the surface of Mercury,
and possibly have their work featured on the MESSENGER (http://messenger.jhuapl.edu/)
website! Through the Student PI program, students will gain valuable
experience in technical and scientific skills as well as practice in essential
soft skills such as teamwork, public speaking, asking thoughtful questions, and
research methodology. Apply today to join
this historic mission! For more information on Student PI, email bgrigsby@suhsd.net. to
participate, complete an application today at http://studentpi.jhuapl.edu/application/.
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YCCC (YOUTH CAPTURE THE
COLORFUL COSMOS)
The
Harvard-Smithsonian Center YCCC (Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos) is a
program designed to offer the opportunity to explore and learn about the
universe through the experience of hands-on astrophotography. The students learn how to control robotic
telescopes over the internet to gather raw data, how to manipulate that data
using astronomic image processing software and finally how to display the image
to the public with explanatory text about the object and the techniques used to
create the image.
The
goal of the YCCC program is to promote increased interest, awareness, and
knowledge of astronomy content, understanding of technology and proficiency in
real scientific research skills.
The
classes will take place after school on Fridays. Sessions will run about 90 minutes. Watch for more information in future NOTAMs.
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MS. HIRANAKA NEEDS
YOUR COOPERATION EVERY DAY!
If you are tardy, please report to class, Ms. Hiranaka
does not provide admit slips.
If you are absent, please call the
school’s attendance line or access the Quicklinks
section on the school’s web page: Report Absence Attendance Line 206.631.7217, or
http://www.highlineschools.org/aviation/Pages/Home.aspx
In the event that you will be absent or tardy for any reason,
please have your parents/guardians call our attendance line and leave a
message. When they call, they should
leave the following information:
your
name
- their
name
- reason
for the absence and the date of absence
Your parents/guardians are required
to call each day you will be absent from school.
Remember, it is required by law to
follow up with a written note excusing your absence when you return to school.
To comply with regulations, notes for absences must include the
following details:
- Student’s
name
- Parent/guardian
name
- Reason
for the absence
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Attendance Reminder for Parents and Students: Attendance line 206-631-7217.
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From Your PTSA
From Your PTSA Auction Team
We
are at 50% of our procurement goal
and hope to obtain the rest of the donations in the next few weeks. If
you are considering donating an item (and we hope you do), please turn it into
the school as soon as possible.
There
are still open sponsorships available.
Advertise your business while supporting your school. Everyone
wins! Inquire at ahsauction@aviationptsa.org.
Also
– it’s time to purchase your dinner tickets. We will have a silent auction, a
raffle, a life auction and dinner in the main gallery of the Museum of
Flight. An unbeatable setting for raising money for our school!
Download an invitation at http://aviationptsa.org/images/2014auction-invite_v2.pdf.
Downloadable
Forms:
Donation letters, sponsor forms, procurement form and procurement tips
are on our website at http://www.aviationptsa.org/auction2014.html
PTSA
Dinner and Auction @ The Museum of Flight
Date:
November 8, 2014 @ 6:00 p.m.
JOIN
our Facebook page -
Search for RAHS Dinner and Auction and join the group for up-to-date
information.
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Quote of the Week—submitted by Maren Gibson, RAHS sophomore.
To
consider the Earth as the only populated world in infinite space is as absurd
as to assert that in an entire field of millet, only one grain will grow.
— Metrodorus of
Chios, 4th century BCE
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