Aviation High School
NOTAM 111609
16 November 2009

What’s happening this week?

Monday
Ballroom Dancing for beginners 3:40–5:00 p.m. in the Gym
Peer Tutoring (drop in) 3:35–4:45 p.m. in Room 10

Tuesday
University of Pacific & DeVry University will be presenting 2:00 p.m.
Robotics Team meeting 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Room 7

Wednesday
VIP on Campus – Senator Karen Fraser, 8:00–10:00 a.m.
Student Led Conferences 4:15-7:30 p.m. (no tutoring today)

Thursday
Clubs during Advisory
Culture Club 3:45–4:45 p.m. in Room 24
Robotics Team meeting 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Room 7

FridayEarly Release at 2:00 p.m.
Staff Professional Collaboration time 2:15-3:45 p.m.

Saturday
Royal Aeronautical Society – Seattle Branch Joe Sutter Dinner @ MoF

Message from the Principal:
Thank you to everyone who participated in our first Informational Program for 8th graders and families last week. By far, we had the largest crowd ever at this event! Our marketing and recruitment efforts are in full swing, and applications are being accepted. If you know of students/families who are interested in attending a future informational program, please let them know that our next program is scheduled for December 8 from 6:30-8:30, and our final program will be held February 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
As we begin a new week, I am reflecting on Saturday evening’s auction that was held at the Museum of Flight and sponsored by our amazing PTSA. It was simply outrageous—a sold-out crowd of 380 generous and exuberant supporters, a fabulous array of auction items for both the silent and live auctions, and a venue with vintage aircraft and exhibits that would inspire even the most reluctant auction-goers! J Please join me in thanking Teri Katzer, Auction Chair, and her team of worker bees (Liz Campisteguy, Julie Zaballos, Dayna Miller, and Bonnie Gustafson to name a few) for their remarkable skills in planning and organizing our 2009 auction! It was obvious that this team was intent on ensuring that every single detail was attended to in order to make the evening go smoothly. So…when you see any member of this team, please show your Phoenix gratitude for making the “The Sky is NOT the Limit Auction” an amazing success; after all, YOU are the beneficiaries of their hard work!

Student-led conferences begin this Wednesday evening, which provides an opportunity for you to explain your progress to your parents. I encourage you and your parents to make every attempt to attend this important conference. It’s an opportune time for reflection and charting your course to success for the remainder of the school year. Make it count!
Engage fully in your learning this week! As ever, I’m honored to be your principal! ~Reba

From ASB:
ASB Clothing: The ASB will be selling clothing in the cafeteria during lunch all next week November 16th – 20th. Prices:
Sweatshirts: $28
Polo: $25
T-shirts: $18
For a limited time, get a matching t-shirt for $9 when you purchase an AHS sweatshirt. We will also be selling past years clothing for discounted prices.

From the Counselor:
University of Pacific will be presenting on November 17 at 2 PM. They have an excellent engineering program and one of their alums, Jose Hernandez, is an astronaut who went to space this summer on Discovery. DeVry University will also be presenting and showcasing their programs. Please sign up in Room 11 if you are interested!

Sophomores:
Would you like to attend the Hugh O’Brien Leadership camp at Gonzaga University in Spokane this summer? It is an excellent leadership opportunity and past participants have had wonderful experiences. If you are interested in attending, please see Ms. Carper before November 20.

The Skunkworks Robotics:
Don't miss the Parent Meeting for Skunkworks Robotics, Tuesday, November 17th at 6:30 PM in Coach Steele's Room. This is your opportunity to learn about the team and what your student will be doing.

Fundraising Event for PSSC:
If interested, you may want to attend the Fashion Design and Marketing program at PSCC (formerly OSC) for a fundraising Silent Auction and Dessert, Thursday November 19th. Doors open at 6:15 and the first table will close at 6:50. The proceeds for the event will help to off-set the transportation cost to NIKE in Beaverton Oregon, New York DECA leadership conference and the class’s Nordstrom Fashion Showcase in May. Contact Jill Price-Crawley at PSCC 206 631 7300 for more information.

Except for the Quote of the Week, the following announcements have been posted in previous editions of the NOTAM. They are still important and posted for your information and action, as appropriate:

For AHS Seniors:
It is time to make an appointment to get your senior photo taken. The deadline for submission is 8 January – no exceptions. All submissions should be sent to AHS Yearbook Staff or emailed to Juarezmm@hsd401.org. Please refer to the handout distributed in advisory for specific details.

PSTA Reflections Contest:
Turn in your Reflections entries “Beauty Is…” to the main office this week no later than 2 pm on Friday, November 20th and qualify for a prize & special catered lunch just for participating!
Please remember to follow the rules and instructions carefully:
Attach an entry form to each entry (completely filled out with both student and parental signatures)

Protect Visual Arts & Photography entries with a transparent plastic cover

Go to www.aviationptsa.org and click on the Reflections link for rules and entry forms.
Additional forms are also available in the main office. For more information contact Liz Campisteguy at campisteguy@gmail.com.

Quote of the Week: “Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.” Ralph Waldo Emerson