Aviation High School
24 September 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Monday: AHS Founding Board, Donor & Stakeholder Meeting—3:30-5:30 at Museum of Flight
Tuesday: Evening of Learning Official Start Time is 6:00 PM with Welcome Address in the Gym
Two sessions are available prior to the official start time. Please refer to mailed invitation or read Ms. Gilman’s message for this week.
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Wednesday: Blood Drive in Gym, 9:00-3:00, sponsored by Honor Society
College Presentation—Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 1:00 p.m.
Film Club 3:35-4:45 Room 21
Hogwarts in Room 24 from 3:45-6:45 PM
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Thursday: College Presentation—Yale University, 1:00 p.m.
Ultimate Frisbee 3:45 – 5:45
Informational meeting if interested in Assisting Boeing Engineers--3:45-4:30pm, Room 2
For more information, Read the Announcements section of this NOTAM.
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00-8:00 p.m.—Room 7
Friday: Aviation PTSA Ultimate home game: This Friday, the 28th after school with Juanita H.S. Come watch our Varsity boy’s team do wonders on the Ultimate field and cheer them on! See you at the large field on campus. Go team!
SPIRIT SHACK during lunch in the cafeteria
2:00 Dismissal for Students; Staff Professional Collaboration Time
Saturday: “Girl’s Generation” All-Girl Skunkworks Robotics Team Competition
Where: Tahoma High School, 18200 SE 240th , Covington WA 98042
Principal’s Message:
It’s officially fall, even though the weather continues to make us believe it could still be summer. The change of season reminds me of how much I love good crisp apples fresh from the orchards of Eastern Washington where I grew up and how much I appreciate the beauty of nature that is unique to fall. It also reminds me, as an educator, that it’s time to meet and greet our parents and let them be learners at our fall open house! As a reminder, parents/guardians: Open House/Evening of Learning is being held Tuesday evening, September 25! Some of you may wish to join Counselor Carper and Math instructor Karen Wilson for a pre-session on Study Skills that starts at 4:50 p.m. and concludes at 5:35 p.m. We also hope that many of you will come early to attend the Data Walk in the Gymnasium that will be open from 4:50-5:55 p.m. The official welcoming address will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Gymnasium.
Thank you to all staff and students who interacted with our many visitors last week. Hosting three groups was a bit over the top, but they left being very impressed with our program and all of you! Know that you are very appreciated.
This past Saturday evening I had the pleasure of attending the Wings of Heroes Gala at the Museum of Flight, along with 999 other guests who were there to salute the adventurers and innovators who made it possible for humans to escape Earth’s bounds and to celebrate the visionaries and entrepreneurs who are destined to lead us to even greater heights. The program promised it would be a once-in-a-lifetime event, where an extraordinary past meets an incredible future…where the heroes of the last 50 years mingle with the trailblazers of the next. Indeed it was that and much, much more! I found myself caught by surprise at how moving the program became as the stage filled with astronauts, cosmonauts, flight engineers, and commanders including our own Washington native Dr. Bonnie Dunbar. And, as the speakers took their turn at the podium, time and again they spoke of their hope that the youth of today would be inspired to take their work to new levels of discovery; they spoke of the imperative need for a STEM-proficient world; and CEO/President Doug King of the Museum of Flight assured the entire audience that students at Aviation High School would be among the top talent who would innovate our nation’s future. The audience applauded loudly and appreciatively each time Aviation High School was mentioned, and I’m just sure that my applause must have been heard over the others! I have thought the same as Mr. King since we first began planning Aviation High School, but on Saturday evening as I mixed and mingled in the Airpark prior to convening in the “tent” for the ceremony, I had only to look north and see the roofline of our new school to just know in my soul that one day many of you will be recognized as heroes, too. Make it so…because you’re already on your way!
Enjoy this busy week of learning…and keep reading for new information and opportunities! As always, I am deeply honored to be your principal.
~Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
Reminder: Pathfinder essays are due to Ms. Burr by this Thursday! Etiquette Training will be October 11 after school from 3:45-5:45 p.m.
From Your ASB:
· Aviator's Ball: Students!!! Aviator's Ball is in two weeks. Are you ready to have fun? Come join us on October 6th, 2012 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Galvin Flying. This year's theme is "DROPS OF JUPITER". Tickets will be going on sale next week in the cafeteria. IF YOU BRING ONE CAN OF FOOD, YOU WILL GET $1 OFF YOUR DANCE TICKET…AND WITH A DONATION OF 2 CANS, RECEIVE $2 OFF. Note: $2 off is the maximum deduction, though!
· Aviator's Ball Pep Assembly/SPIRIT WEEK: AHS Students, the pep assembly has been moved to next week on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2nd . CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL OF YOU THERE! Be prepared to have fun because we have some surprises in store for all of you! ALSO, ARE YOU PUMPED FOR SPIRIT WEEKS? Our first SPIRIT WEEK is next week from October 1-5.
Monday - Toga Day
Tuesday - Teacher-Look-Alike Day
Wednesday - Hipster Day
Thursday - Sport Jersey Day
Friday - AHS Colors War Day
Those who are participating, must be in full spirit attire or you will be out of dress code!
· Spirit Shack: Students, $5 Friday is opening again this year at an even closer location--YOUR SCHOOL CAFETERIA! ASB will be selling AHS apparel every Friday during lunch. You can purchase AHS apparel, and if you have an ASB card, will receive a 25% discount on all items. You must show ASB members your ID in order to get the discount. Also, we are selling lanyards, water bottles, AHS tube socks, and T-Shirts for $5 Friday!
It's that time of the year again for AHS women! It’s application time for the National Center for Women & Information Technology Award for Aspirations in Computing! NCWIT
National winners receive:
· $500
· A laptop
· An engraved trophy for herself and her school's trophy case
· An expenses paid trip to the national ceremony in Charlotte, NC
Remember, educators who endorse their student's applications are also eligible to win the NCWIT Educator Award. Educator Award winners receive up to $1000 toward professional development.
The Skunkworks Robotics all girls team will be traveling to Covington on Saturday to compete at the “Girl’s Generation” Robotics Competition at Tahoma High School. This competition is for girls only and we are sending our team of girls led by Coach Karen Wilson to compete this Saturday September 29th, 2012. Come and support the team!! Matches will start at 9:00 AM and the finals are expected to be close to 5:00 PM. Tahoma High School, 18200 SE 240th, Covington, WA 98042.
Academic coaching now available!
To ensure that each of our students is successful, 9th grade teachers are hosting coaching sessions for students who need or want additional help. Please join us for help with your classes, your organization, or your time management.
Teacher
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When
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Especially helpful with…
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Hoehne
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Monday mornings, 0800 - 0845
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Social studies, English
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Wilson
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Tuesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
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Ciccone-Cook
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Wednesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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English, social studies, study skills
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Gudor
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Wednesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615
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Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
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McComb
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Wednesday afternoon, 1535 – 1615. However, next week the day will move to Thursday afternoon, 1535-1615
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Science, math, organization
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Pappas
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Friday morning, 0800 - 0845
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Organization
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We look forward to helping you find your academic groove or refine your already successful strategies.
The AHS Ultimate Frisbee team has had their first two games of the season for boys' varsity! On Wednesday, September 12 they competed against the more experienced Bellevue HS on our own fields, and held their own, though they lost 7-11. Last Friday, September 21 they commuted up to Magnolia after school to compete against Ballard HS, and they fought valiantly. Their next game is on Friday, September 18 against Juanita HS, in the AHS fields. Feel free to come support them. Congratulations to the team for their commitment!
The PSAT will be held on Wednesday, October 17 at 9 AM. The PSAT is a practice assessment and prediction tool for the higher stakes testing that occurs in the spring of junior year and throughout the senior year. When taken in the junior year, students may qualify for $2,500.00 National Merit Scholarships. All 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT. If you are a 9th or 11th grade student who would like to sign up to take it, please see Ms. Carper to sign up before October 10.
ATTENTION movie buffs, film enthusiasts and students seeking art credit! Aviation High School is offering its very own Film Club!! We encourage students without any film experience to join us to introduce them to the world of film. We have a wide range of positions for members such as Editors, Directors, Actors, Set Up Managers, Clothing/Make up Designers, Lighting/Sound/Angle Specialists and many, many more roles. Our weekly meetings occur every Wednesdays from 3:35 until 4:45. We will be shooting the video for ASB that will depict the difference between dirty and clean dancing. For more information please contact President Kris Hartelius or Vice President Rahmo Ali.
Hogwarts
Auditions on Wednesday, September 26 for AHS's production of "A Very Potter Musical" in the spring! Audition forms will be in the front office the week of auditions. So bring your friends (be they wizards, muggles, or anything in between)
Important Upcoming Event: Skunkworks Spaghetti Dinner IS Friday, October 19 (previously announced as October 18.)
Beyond-The-Classroom Opportunities
Assist Boeing Engineers. Junior and Senior students who are genuinely interested in pursuing an engineering degree have an opportunity to work with Boeing’s Leadership Development team to develop and facilitate MECA (Making Engineering Cool Again) programs and exercises for middle school-aged students. Details and application process will follow, but the commitment will include:
· A one-hour after school training session
· One school day (pre-arranged absence is required)
· Two hours for debriefing meetings with the engineers
An informational meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 27, 3:45-4:30pm, Room 2.
If you are interested, please contact Ms. Pappas as soon as possible. Up to 8 students will be selected.
Blood Drive September 26
On Wednesday, September 26 there will be a Blood Drive in the gym from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If you are interested in donating, sign up in the main office and remember: Each time you donate you save three lives. New donors under age 18 need a signed permission form. You must be 16 years or older and weigh over 110 pounds to participate.
Assist at GE Aviation Event
An application process will begin in mid-October to select students to work with GE Aviation to help during their annual 1,000-person customer appreciation event. An amazing group of aviation executives, manufacturers, sales personnel, airline officials and employees will be in attendance. A variety of responsibilities will be performed by students to make the event a success. This is a commitment of:
· A mandatory one-hour after school training session, Tuesday, November 27, 3:45-4:45pm, Room 2
· 5+ hours (5-10pm) working on Tuesday, December 4 at the event held at the Museum of Flight.
If you are interested, please contact Ms. Pappas or Ms. Fitzpatrick as soon as possible. Up to 20 students will be selected.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: September 26 at 1 PM
On-Line Payment Options for Meals:
Lunch/Breakfast money may be added to your student’s account at HighlineSchools.org under the Lunch Menu tab using MealTime.
From your AHS PTSA:
· Symetra Heroes in the Classroom is a GREAT way to recognize our outstanding teachers. And those who are selected attend a lunch in the spring at Century Link, WITH their principals. It’s a great event. I encourage you to consider nominating one or more of your teachers.
· Follow the link below for additional program details
· And the link below is where you, parents, former students, etc. can nominate a teacher/Hero.
Senior Families: We have a party!
We have just begun the planning process for the part of Graduation that is the most fun: the Class of 2013's Grad Party! If you would like to be part of the Planning Committee, have some great ideas, or just want to be kept in the Planning Loop, please email Mindy McClean at mindymacster@hotmail.com. Look for more information to come about the party at the Evening of Learning/Open House on September 25th, where we will have a table with additional volunteer sign ups as well as forms to make sure your student doesn't miss out on the final bit of fun for the Class of 2013!
What's new with the eScrip fundraising program at Aviation High School?
In addition to earning dollars for AHS when you shop at Safeway, local restaurants and an online "mall" are now supporting our school when you dine or shop online. For more information, visit the eScrip website: http://shopping.escrip.com/shop/5400/s1a50048026/sid901210283
Remember, there are two Aviation High Schools and we are Group 500005738.
Register your Safeway and other cards here: https://secure.escrip.com/jsp/supporter/registration/step1.jsp
Ms. Carper’s College and Career Corner
Mark your calendars! At 7 PM on October 2nd, Kerry Wallingford from Wallingford Financial Services and College Planning will be in the AHS cafeteria to answer all of your questions about financing college. Don’t miss this valuable information!
The annual Life After High School event is Wednesday, October 3rd from 5:30 – 8:30pm at Mt. Rainier. There will be 100 College & Career Booths and workshops on FAFSA, Scholarships, Grants, College Essay Writing, Making College More Affordable for Families, College Bound Scholarship and more. For more information, contact Ms. Carper.
Upcoming College Presentations (sign up in room 11 if you are interested)
If you are planning to miss class to attend a college presentation, please talk with your instructor.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: September 26 at 1 PM Yale University: September 27 at 1 PM Academy of Interactive Media: October 3 at 1 PM Seattle Pacific University: October 4 at 1 PM University of the Pacific: October 10 at 1 PM Wellesley College: October 18 at 9 AM Oberlin College: October 23 at 10 AM Worcester Polytechnic Institute: October 23 at 1 PM Pomona College: October 24 at 1 PM Whitman: October 31 at 1 PM University of Evansville: November 1 at 1 PM University of Chicago: November 1 at 1 PM St. Louis University: November 8 at 1 PM University of Washington Bothell: November 15 at 1 PM
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Now it is time to take longer strides—time for this nation to take a clearly leading role in space achievement, which in many ways may hold the key to our future on Earth.”
~John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States
