Sunday, September 27, 2015

NOTAM 092815



NOTAM 092815                      Raisbeck Aviation High School

                                                            September 28, 2015
                                          

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Monday:        Six Period Day—Staff Advisory Teams 3:45PM
VIPs on campus from Kitsap Peninsula School District, Olympic College and Green River Community College
                        Ultimate Frisbee Practice 3:30-6:00 PM, Tukwila Community Center
Film Club 3:30–5:00 PM, room 3530
National Honor Society 3:30 – 4:30 PM, Sr. Peterson’s room 3150
                        VEX Robotics Team (freshman team) 6:00-8:30 PM, room 1610
                       
Tuesday:      Six Period Day
                        School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drills – in-bound buses
Speech and Debate Team 3:30 – 5:30 PM, room 3560
Ultimate Frisbee Practice 3:30-6:00 PM, Duwamish Park
                        FRC Robotics Team 6:00-8:30 PM, room 1610
Students who are interested in the University of Pennsylvania should attend "Experience Penn" at Seattle Central Library on Tuesday, September 29th at 7:00 PM

Wednesday: A Block – Periods 1, 3, Advisory, 5       
                        Freshman Class Senator Elections, Commons 12:55-1:35 PM
                        Speech and Debate Team 3:30–5:30 PM, room 3560
                        Math Club 3:40 – 4:45 PM, room 2350
                        VEX Robotics Team (freshman team) 6:00-8:30 PM, room 1610
GAME # 4 Turbulence vs. Waldorf @ Magnuson Park, 4pm
                       
Thursday:    B Block - Periods 2, 4, Advisory, 6       
VIPs on campus: Dr. R. Byron Pipes, the John Leighton Bray Distinguished Professor of Engineering at Purdue, Casey Henderson and Dr. James Raisbeck
Camas School District Representatives
                        University of Chicago, 1:00 PM in the career center
Speech and Debate Team 3:30–5:30 PM, room 3560
                        Ultimate Frisbee Practice (make-up/optional) 3:30-6:00 PM, Duwamish Park
                        FRC Robotics Team 6:00-8:30 PM, room 1610
                       
Friday:            Six Period Day—2:00 PM Dismissal, Staff Leadership Teams 2:15 PM            
                         Ultimate Frisbee Practice 2:00 – 4:30 PM, Tukwila Community Center
                         Spirit Shack open during lunch
                         Last day to purchase business cards
                         


The Principal’s Message
The foremost edge of an airfoil, especially a wing or propeller blade, is defined as the leading edge.  As a public high school, RAHS, actively explores ways to lead the edge of educational innovation. The founding principal and visionary, Ms. Reba Gilman, rightly judged the context of aviation and aerospace as a viable approach to spin innovation into reality.  More recently, in 2011, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction officially recognized RAHS as an Innovation School. 

Throughout our history, internal and external forces have knowingly pushed innovation ahead. The RAHS storyline shines with our award-winning teachers, devoted support staff, passionate students, consistent leadership, platinum-level PTSA, project-based learning, sports-of-the-mind team culture, and comprehensive career readiness program.  Undeniably, pulses of innovation at RAHS are traceable to our strategic partners:  the founding Board of Directors, The Museum of Flight, aviation/aerospace industry, capital campaign donors, and institutions of higher education.  To this day, our partnerships spark innovation in the RAHS community.

Along the leading edge of partnerships, I am excited to announce the next wave of innovation— a blended-learning model, sponsored by Purdue University’s Department of Aviation Technology, (AT).  Last Spring, Dr. John Wensveen, Head of Aviation Technology at Purdue University, and I began a conversation to link our Aviation Careers course and Aerospace Engineering class with Purdue’s AT Certificate Program.  Our goal is to formalize a MoU by November, and then launch two certificate programs, Careers in Aviation, and Unmanned Aerial Systems Design and Construction, later this school year.

On October 22 or 23, a Purdue staff member will deliver a brief information session to students in the Aviation Careers and Aerospace Engineering classes.  Any student in grades 9-11 with the slightest interest in Purdue University should attend the presentation.  If you are not currently enrolled in Aviation Careers or Aerospace Engineering, but interested in this opportunity, please sign-up for the session(s) with Ms. Hiranaka.  Remember to check the NOTAM for further updates regarding the blended-learning model with Purdue. 

My theme tied to leading the edge of innovation and partnerships closes with a fitting gallery of images.  Last week, Mr. McComb and Mr. Joshi led their students to the frontier of space exploration and innovation.  Raisbeck Aviation High School students met NASA + Boeing experts at the Museum of Flight for a panel discussion and tour on the Journey to Mars.  Boeing is working with NASA to build the Space Launch System that will propel humans into deep space.  The 43 images capture RAHS students and staff engaged with NASA + Boeing experts, and are accessible through this link-- https://flic.kr/s/aHskhqsWCa 


The Principal’s Round of Applause—acknowledging those who make RAHS a better place.

Payton Adams, Class of 2019–for his rank as Cadet Staff Sergeant with Civil Air Patrol, Seattle Composite Squadron, and successfully earning his glider solo certificate in Chehalis, WA last weekend.

Class of 2018—for winning the Spirit competition during Friday’s lunchtime contest.

RAHS Parents—for procuring auction items, and getting behind our main fundraising event for the year.

RAHS Staff—for completing the extra work tied to our accreditation response.

The Museum of Flight—for sponsoring the Journey to Mars Exhibit at the Simonyi Space Gallery. 

Mr. Joshi and Ms. Wombold—for leading the work on our student strength and need team meetings.

Mr. Storer, Ms. Erdmann, Mr. Shiroma, and Ms. Nurzhanov—for serving as our freshmen, sophomore, junior, and senior class advisors, respectively.

Valerie Watkins, executive administrative assistant at Rolls Royce—for being the main engine behind The Spirt of Excellence Award.

I am honored to serve as your Principal—Bruce Kelly


NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Class of 2016 Graduation is scheduled on June 10, 2016, 4:00 PM at the Highline School District Performing Arts Center!

Friday is the last day to request business cards.  Please see Ms. Sorensen to purchase or Ms. McEwen if you have questions regarding last year’s order.

WW II History Buffs
Capt. Alex Herbst is the oldest living WWII pilot of the elite 303 & 308 Polish Fighters Squadron of the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force.  The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles, Polish Home Foundation cordially invite you to the West Coast movie premiere of Spitfire Liberator: The Alex Herbst Story  Capt. Alexander Herbst, will be the guest of honor at the screening  Saturday, October 3, 2015, 4:00 to 7:00 P.M . @ The Museum of Flight. The screening followed by a Q&A with Capt. Alex Herbst will take place at The William M. Allen Theater, and the reception will be held after the movie inThe Personal Courage Wing Gallery. The event is free and open to the public  

Opportunity to Serve as Student Ambassadors
The Museum of Flight will host a VIP reception at our school on Saturday, October 17, 2015.  The occasion is a celebration as the 787 rolls over from the museum and is installed in the new Aviation Pavilion.  There will be approximately 100 guests in our school building.  The museum invites RAHS students to serve as Student Ambassador Tour guides for guests interested in touring our school.  We will need ten to twelve student volunteers.  The time is 10 AM to 2 PM.  Dress is regular Monday through Thursday dress.  The people attending the event are considered VIPs.  Brunch will be served and the Student Ambassadors will have the opportunity to eat and mingle with the museum’s guests.  Please contact Mrs. McEwen if you are interested in serving as a Student Ambassador for this event.


ASB
Greetings RAHS Families! The ASB Officers are looking for a couple of donations and we were wondering if you could help:
1.    at least one gently used ping pong table
And
2.    a working piano
Please contact Mrs. Fitzpatrick if you are willing to part with one of these items by emailing her: Sarah.Erdmann@highlineschools.org   our students would greatly benefit from having access to these items. Thank you!

Math Club
No matter what skill level you are in math, we would love to have you as part of the club. This year, Math Club is offering tutoring, competitions, and tons of fun!
Come join Math Club every Wednesday from 3:40-4:45 in Mr. McComb’s room.
For more information, contact Yenni Lee, Alyssa Ryser, Timothy Wang, or Ben McQuage.


Science Olympiad

Science Olympians- Join us in the first build/study day of the season on Saturday, October 3. Get more time to collaborate, prepare, build and study the events. The building will be open for Olympians at 0800-1500. Olympians: join your group during your designated time to get smarter and build. Mentors are most welcome, and encouraged to visit.
               
Speech and Debate

It is not too late to join debate! Speech and debate is looking for new members. Practices are Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 pm in Mr. Shiroma's room (Rm 3560).

Be a part of an activity that will teach you lifelong skills, improve your high school experience and help you become a confident public speaker.
  
For more information, talk to Mr. Shiroma or a current member of the team. 

The Speech and Debate team will be having an informational parent meeting for parents of all new and returning members on Tuesday, September 29th from 6:00 to 6:30 PM, Room 3560. Please join us for information on the 2015-2016 season.

National Honor Society
Blood Drive Announcement
National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on October 8th. Every time one person donates blood, they can save up to 3 people's lives.  We encourage everyone who's at least 16 and weighs 115 lbs. to donate. Contact either Kara de Leon kara.celestine@gmail.com, Hailey Johnston haileyjohnston321@gmail.com, David Johnston johnstondavid87@gmail.com, or Johnston Means means.johnston1998@gmail.com to register to donate. Remember that giving blood is giving life! 

Freshman Robotics Team/class
 (Formerly the FTC team)
This class will be meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays every week from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM for the first semester.   The class will be split into smaller teams that will build and program robots using the VEX system for competition in the VEX robotics competition.  There may also be some extra time other evenings and weekends to finish the robot and prepare for competition. 
The class is an introduction into competitive robotics in which students will learn important robotics concepts, engineering design, programming and how to work as a team.
For further information please contact Robert Steele (Head Coach of the FRC team) Robert.steele@highlineschools.org.

FILM CLUB meets every Monday after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room. The Film Club is a fun, easygoing group of film lovers who like to learn about filmmaking and make our own movies. We have lots of cool gear to play with and lots of great ideas for projects, and we want you to join us! No experience or equipment necessary, just a good attitude, a love of movies and an interest in learning more about the art, craft and technology of filmmaking. Art credit is available for students who complete the required hours and paperwork.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE—TEAM TURBULENCE
Monday 9/28 - Practice @ Tukwila Community Center, 4-6pm
Tuesday 9/29 - Optional practice @ Duwamish Park, 4-6pm
Wednesday 9/30 - GAME # 4 Turbulence vs. Waldorf @ Magnuson Park, 4pm
Thursday 10/1 - Optional practice @ Duwamish Park, 4-6pm
Friday 10/2 - Practice @ TCC, 2:30-4:30
The RAHS duffle bags will be distributed after school on Friday, October 2nd on the first floor.  Students who ordered a duffle please plan to pick it up from Mrs. Husby.

BRAT TROT & BAVARIAN FEST
Race Day is Sunday, October 4th, 2015!
To find out more:  www.burienbrattrot.com

FROM THE CAREER CENTER
Watch this section of your weekly NOTAM correspondence for the latest in offerings from the RAISBECK AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL CAREER CENTER.  For more information or questions – stop in the Career Center, email @ steven.davolt@highlineschools.org or call 206-631-7210.

INTERACT CLUB -- is set to begin in early October.  Remember you select your club choice in this week’s advisory class. It’s the mission of INTERACT to “give back” to our school and community.  Earn community service credits while joining together with members of our sponsoring Rotary Club of Southcenter.  Membership is limited.  Check-in with Steve Davolt in the CAREER CENTER or at steven.davolt@highlineschools.org.  

MENTOR BREAKFASTS FOR 2015-16 --- Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 7 at 7:15AM in the BOEING COMMONS of RAHS.  Watch for program announcements and take the opportunity to meet with your mentor/mentee for a great program and a chance to meet and discuss relevant topics together.  

PATHFINDERS DINNER -- Applications are being accepted in the CAREER CENTER for the annual PATHFINDER DINNER on Saturday, October 24th.  To apply, attached a one-page reflection on why you want to attend this year’s event and highlight which recipient is most noteworthy or meaningful to you.  Submit your one-page reflection together with a copy of your resume to the CAREER CENTER by 12Noon on October 2nd. RAHS students will be sponsored and hosted by Emory-Riddle Aeronautical University, The University of North Dakota, Purdue University and a select group of aviation and aeronautical organizations. Selected participants for the semi-formal event will be posted in the CAREER CENTER by Friday, October 9th

MICHAEL ANDERSON – Astronaut Lt. Co. Michael Anderson was inspired by the Apollo 11 moon landing, Star Trek and Lost in Space. He excelled in the sciences and was a graduate of the University of Washington. Anderson epitomizes the very essence of a Pathfinder, his dedication to science and space discovery coupled with his integrity and humility as a human being makes him an ideal recipient for this award.

ELLING HALVORSON – A legendary entrepreneur, Elling Halvorson has had a significant impact on vertical lift practices in industries including construction, engineering, travel and tourism. Halvorson has been honored with many awards over the years, notably the Lawrence D. Bell Memorial Award and the esteemed Vertical Flight Hall of Fame Award. He stands as a Pathfinder inspiring future generations with his entrepreneurial contributions to the helicopter industry.

ALAN MULALLY – Serving as CEO and President of the Ford Motor Company, Boeing  Commercial Airplanes (BCA) and President of Boeing Defense and Space Group, Alan Mulally has received worldwide recognition for his leadership and groundbreaking industry strategies.  Mulally is an inspiration and Pathfinder for generations to come and an example of what can been achieved through determination, diligence, vision and most importantly “working together”.


SOPHOMORE CLASS MENTOR REQUEST --- We’re in the process of setting up professional mentorships for each student in the sophomore class who requests one.  Fill out the MENTOR REQUEST FORM from your advisor and submit your form to the CAREER CENTER.  Questions?  Ask your advisor or stop in the CAREER CENTER and see Mr. Davolt.


COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Unfortunately, Highline will not be providing the SAT for Seniors this fall.  To sign up for a fall SAT, visit https://sat.collegeboard.org/register  See Ms. Carper for a fee waiver.  Juniors will be taking the SAT at RAHS in March. 

Crisis Text Line: In crisis? Text "START" to 741-741 for free, confidential 24/7 support.  For more information, visit www.crisistextline.org

Connected and Empowered Group: Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationships and/or stress?  This group will help.  See Ms. Carper for more information.   
The PSAT will be given to Sophomores and Juniors on October 14th at 9 AM 

Upcoming College Presentations:
Sign up in the College/Career Center to attend! 
Students who are interested in the University of Pennsylvania should attend "Experience Penn" at Seattle Central Library on Tuesday, September 29th at 7:00 PM
University of Chicago: Thursday, October 1 at 1:00 PM http://www.uchicago.edu/
Cal Tech:  Tuesday, October 6 at 1:30 PM http://www.caltech.edu/
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Thursday October 8 at 1:00 PM http://fidm.edu/
Oregon Institute of Technology: Wednesday, October 14th at 1:00 PM http://www.oit.edu
Seattle Pacific University: Thursday, October 15 at 1:00 PM http://spu.edu/
University of Colorado-Boulder: Thursday, October 15th at 1:00 PM http://www.colorado.edu/
The Seattle National College Fair will be at the Washington State Convention Center Saturday, October 17 from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Montana Tech: Tuesday, October 27 at 1:00 PM http://www.mtech.edu/

Montana State University: Wednesday, October 28 at 2:30 PM http://www.montana.edu/

The deadline for submitting the application for the Rolls-Royce Spirit of Excellence Award is Friday, October 30, 2015 by 4:00PM. 


Financial Aid 101: Maria Rebecchi, Manager of Financial Aid Services at South Seattle College, will be presenting November 18 at 6:30 PM in the PLC. 
Ms. Carper will proctor BYU Health tests on the last Wednesday of every month in the College/Career Center.  Please order your test from BYU two weeks in advance.

Special Education Teacher, Ms. Soong-Yaplee will be at RAHS Thursdays from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM and Fridays from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM.  Her telephone number is:  206-631-7225

PTSA

Students if you want to help with the auction, please e-mail Amber Thatcher at:  amberthatcher206@gmail.com. 
PTSA Dinner and Auction Update:
Date: November 7, 2015
Location: The Museum of Flight
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Ticket Sales – Don’t forget to buy your tickets. They can be purchased on the auction website or by clicking here. Forms were sent home in the white envelope/packet with your student last week.
Donations: Our goal is to have every family donate at least one item to our annual dinner and auction in November. 
Looking for Wing Man Sponsors - $500 - Two complimentary seats for the Nov. 7th, Auction and Dinner* Recognition from auction stage, in catalog, auction materials, website, communications* Sponsor signage* Special recognition/gifts Become a Wingman Sponsor Now ahsauction@aviationptsa.org
Your 2015 Auction Team

Paying Student Fees and Meals Online – (Correction, last week we shared a link that is inaccurate)
Go to our RAHS website. Under the Announcements Tab, Click on Pay Online Now!  To make an online payment for school fees, click on the Touchbase electronic payment system.
To pay for school meals, log-in to the MealTime electronic payment system.

To pay for student meals in person, please bring your check/cash or send it with your child.  It should be given to Carla Nakashima, RAHS Kitchen Lead, between 8:30 AM and 8:50 AM.  You will find Ms. Nakashima in the kitchen area.  Ms. Nakashima will need your child’s student ID number. 

The Cashier’s window is open: Before School, During Lunch/Advisory/Clubs, and After School

RAHS Attendance line: 206-631-7217 - Please report any absence or late arrival daily. Include reason, parent name and phone number. District policy changed this year and with proper information absences can be excused by your detailed call. Robo calls will occur for unspecified and unexcused absences.

RAHS Dress Code Policy amendment: Camouflage wear has been added to the list of unacceptable dress at RAHS.  The only exception to this rule is on school spirit days!
Clarification for Student Dress Code on Fridays:
·         Seahawk gear—when the Seahawks reach the playoffs, we will honor them during Blue Fridays and allow Seahawk’s apparel. 
·         RAHS T-shirts on Fridays—Spirit Wear, RAHS club and team T-shirts are approved.  Save your plain or non-school related T-shirts for the weekends.
·         Students participating in WIAA school sports. For Friday game days you may wear your school team sport shirts/jerseys on campus.

Quote of the Week

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.
--Maya Angelou