NOTAM 050310
03 May 2010
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?
Monday
VIP on campus--Mr. Jim Albaugh, CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
No Ballroom Dancing today! Dancing will be tomorrow
Peer Tutoring (drop-in) 3:35–4:45 p.m. in Room 10
Intramurals start after school today
Tuesday
Lunch time forum with Mr. Ben Forrest 12:35 – 1:05 p.m. in room 2
Ballroom Dancing 3: 35 – 4:30 in the Cafeteria
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in room 7
PTSA Year End Meeting 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center
Wednesday
Peer Tutoring (sign-up) 3:35–4:45 p.m. in Room 10
Thursday
VIP on campus—Mr. Eric Lui, author & motivational speaker, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Clubs during Advisory
Culture Club 3:45–4:45 p.m. in Room 24
Robotics Parent Meeting 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in Room 7
Robotics Team Meeting 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in room 7
Friday
Early Release at 2:00 p.m.
Staff Professional Collaboration time 2:15-3:45 p.m.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL:
Thank you to everyone who participated in this morning’s presentation with Mr. Jim Albaugh, CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes! Our Science Olympians, Skunks, ACE’ers, and Flight by Design students showcased their learning in grand style and were exemplary ambassadors for our school. Many thanks to parents and mentors who also attended to show their support. And, of course, nothing would be possible without our talented teachers who make learning come alive in the classroom each day. Kudos to all!
We have another VIP on campus this Thursday from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Eric Lui is an author and motivational speaker who promotes creativity and imagination as keys to success. He loves out-of-the-box thinking that leads to new ways of doing business and operating schools. He’s intrigued with Aviation High School’s model so his visit on Thursday will be to share the uniqueness of our instructional program and school culture. I will be calling on some of you to meet with Mr. Lui.
AP testing begins tomorrow and continues through May 12. As I write this message on Saturday morning, I’ve already been greeted by several students who have arrived on campus to participate in a ‘cram session’ for AP Calculus. And, I know that there are more of these sessions to come! I commend our teachers for their commitment to your success, and I most definitely commend every AP student for taking on the opportunity and challenge of performing well in such rigorous courses. My very best to all of you as you take your exams this week and next! For our freshman and sophomores, I encourage you to start planning now for inclusion of AP offerings in your Flight II schedule. Colleges view AP classes as an indicator of how well prepared you are for college success, and we are fortunate at AHS to have a variety of AP offerings from which to choose.
Speaking of college-prepared students, we recently received notice from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation that five of our juniors scored high enough on the PSAT to enter the competition for a National Merit Scholarship in their senior year. Our top scholars are Thomas DeSilva, Banks Hunter, Olivia Pham, Betsy Smith, and Jim Stone. Congratulations, scholars!
I will close this week’s message with yet another reminder to attend tomorrow evening’s PTSA meeting, which is a celebration of the school year. Our students will be presenting the accomplishments of the school year, and we will be honoring key legislators and leaders for their support in helping us build a new school at the Museum of Flight. The program begins at 7:00 p.m., and it is important that we pack the PAC with families, students, and staff! See you there!
As always, I am honored to be your principal. Here’s to an ‘over the top’ week of learning! ~Reba
ASB
Congratulations to the new ASB officers for 2010 – 2011:
Sarah Canul- President
Miranda Sita – Vice President
Jenny Gao – Secretary
Elizabeth Ong – Treasurer
We are anxious to see how these ladies will continue to move our ASB forward this fall!
A reminder for all students interested in running for Class Captain: Applications are available in the main office. On Monday, May 17 during lunch, an informational meeting will be held in Mr. Dezember’s room. Applications will be due on Thursday, May 20.
SKUNKWORKS
Don't Miss the next Skunkworks Parent Meeting Thursday, May 6th at 6:30 PM in Mr. Joshi's room. See you there!
Don't Miss the Skunkworks Robotics Rummage Sale and Car Wash, Saturday, May 15th from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM located at Cox Financial - Raymond James Financial Services (112 SW 157th Street, Seattle (In Burien behind Quiznos)) and Prudential Northwest Realty (127 SW 156th Street, Burien). Come out and support the team and find your next treasure!
The team gladly accepts donations. If you would like to donate gently used items please contact Dayna Miller at DaynaMiller1277@msn.com or 253-797-3077.
CULTURE CLUB
Culture Club would like to congratulate sophomores Karan Grewal, Dustin Abrahamson, Allison Do, and Siva Hope, the winners of our engineering challenge last Tuesday. We look forward to watching you four compete against the other class teams and the newly formed staff team on June 11 during the Culture Club “Giving Thanks” Assembly.
INTERACT CLUB
The Interact Club has extended the Food Drive through to Friday May14th. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far!
SENIORS:
You can now request additional tickets for graduation. The form is available on-line at the AHS website in the
PROM
For many high school girls going to the prom is an event anticipated for years, and not going because the family cannot afford a formal dress can be devastating. However, with Project PROMise these girls will be able to attend the prom in beautiful dresses donated by local organizations and community members. Aviation High School has been given 5 invitations for 5 girls to attend a shopping event on Saturday May 8th at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Tukwila. You will be greeted by a volunteer “Personal Shopper” who will help you select a dress for the prom. If you are in need of such an opportunity as this please see Lenore Stark for an invitation. This will be on a first come first serve basis.
FRESHMEN VS. SOPHOMORE LASER TAG
It’s time to bring out your inner competiveness! Buy your tickets for the laser tag get-together on May 15, 2010, at LaserQuest in Federal Way! Tickets are $15.00 each and that includes two full games of laser tag. Games are 20 minutes long and 30 players can play a game. There are only 60 slots open for this event, so the first 30 freshmen and 30 sophomores who purchase their ticket first will get a spot! Tickets will be sold on May 3 and will stop when all slots are filled. Can’t wait to see everyone there!
- Freshman Class Captain, Tran Tonnu
ENGINEERING INTERN/S
AeroTEC, a leading Seattle engineering and certification company, will be offering one or more paid summer internships to students from Aviation High School. The company is involved with many aspects of aeronautical engineering including design, testing, data analysis and reporting. The opportunities are directed primarily to juniors and seniors. For more information and to express your interest, please talk with Nancy Pappas or Julie Burr in the Career Center, Room 11. More information will be available soon.
AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL’S FIRST EVER CAR WASH!
Attention all students! It is time to break out your buckets and sponges! Aviation High School will be having its first ever car washes! If you would like to help out or are able to donate any car wash supplies, there are sign up lists in the office and Mr. Dezember’s room. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Gao.
WHAT: Aviation’s first ever CAR WASHES!
WHO: YOU! We would only like a maximum of about 25 people for each car wash, so sign up ASAP.
WHEN: May 29th & June 5th from 11-4 PM
WHERE: the parking lot of Martini’s Dry Cleaners and Karuna Arts Yoga at the corner of 1st Avenue and Ambaum Boulevard in Burien
HOW:
1) Sign up to HELP at the car wash
2) Bring in SUPPLIES to Mr. Dezember’s room. A list of needed supplies is posted in the classroom.
3) Bring your dirty car to be washed!
INTRAMURALS ENTRY
Intramurals starts today! A reminder to all of those participating in Intramurals, today is the first day that we will be playing. We will be meeting on the soccer field today, and your signed copy of the ethics code is due prior to starting. Spectators are welcome. Activities should not go past 5:00 p.m.
SCOTTISH HIGHLAND DANCERS
Congratulations to Aviation High School’s competitive Scottish Highland dancers, Danica Balsiger and Kyra Sutherland. They competed in the Seattle Highland Dance Association’s spring competition on April 24th. Danica earned 6th place in both the Fling and the Seann Truibhas, and 5th place in both the Sword and the Highland Reel. Kyra earned a 6th place in the Highland Reel, and a 4th place in the Irish Jig. They will both attend the Northwest Regional Championship on May 15th in Spokane. There they compete against dancers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Top competitors in Spokane go on to represent the Northwest Region at nationals, the United States Inter-Regional Championship in Traverse City, Michigan in August. Wish them luck!
GREAT WAY TO SPEND YOUR LUNCHTIME!
Mr. Ben Forest, one of our very active mentors (he has 3 mentees, all named Alex), will be offering a “Civil Aviation Forum” for all AHS students next Tuesday, May 4, during lunch. Mr. Forest has invited several successful aviation professionals who are eager to join him to share with you the career path they took, and offer you information and success strategies for your own career. Details will be posted on the bulletin board outside the Career Center and an announcement will be made next Tuesday- stay tuned, you won’t want to miss this!
JUNIORS AND SENIORS: LASER TAG
Buy your tickets for the laser tag get-together on May 7, 2010, at LaserQuest in Federal Way! Tickets are $15.00 each and that includes two full games of laser tag. Games are 20 minutes long and 30 players can play in a game. There are only 60 slots open for this event so buy your tickets fast. Pay your money to Bonnie or Sarah Canul ASAP; you don’t want to miss out on this event!
Glad to be your class captain, -Sarah Canul.
NICE WORK DERRIC AND CLAIRE!
Many, many thanks to DERRIC SMITH and CLAIRE FERNANDEZ for their amazing MC-ing skills! As mentees, these three students volunteered to develop the agenda and MC the most recent Mentor Meeting. During the breakfast event on April 21st, they welcomed over 80 mentors and students, shared program updates, and provided great insight into their own mentor/mentee experiences. Additionally, Claire presented a video program she produced through an internship – it was great! It was a spirited meeting, and wildly successful thanks to their professionalism and humor.
--Ms. Pappas
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
AHS students are invited to participate in Northwest Harvest’s annual “Fight Hunger with the Mariners” event on Saturday, May 22nd. If you are interested in participating to work at the collection site just outside of Safeco Field on that day, collecting food from fans entering the game, please sign up by Wednesday, May 12th, with Ms. Pappas.
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:
NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS?
The Highline Area Food Bank is hosting its annual food drive and they need volunteers to help unload and sort food. If you are free Saturday May 8th and would like to help out contact Jim Stone for more information. We will need many volunteers!
KANDY & BRITTANY AWARDS
Attention Students, Staff and Mentors…It is time to make your nominations for the Love of Life and Love of Learning Awards!
Nomination forms are available in the office now!
Kandyce (Kandy) Cowart and Brittany Boatright were AHS students from the class of 2009. On October 15, 2005 they both tragically died in a plane accident. The Love of Life and Love of Learning Awards were established to honor the legacy of both Kandy and Brittany. They were wonderful young ladies who will always hold a special place in the heart of Aviation High School. Each year, the Cowart and Boatright families commemorate their daughters’ lives by honoring two AHS students from each class who exemplify the values held by Kandy and Brittany. Now is your opportunity to pick up a nomination form from the office and nominate AHS students for the Love of Life and Love of Learning Awards. Nominations will be due to the office by
May 14, 2010.
SENIORS & PARENTS/FAMILIES:
3rd Annual Senior Awards Reception– Sunday, June 6 from 1:30-4:00 p.m.
The senior award reception will once again be held at the Boeing Auditorium, located at: 7755 E Marginal Way S Building #2-22, Seattle, WA 98108. Every senior will be honored! Please plan to attend! This is a very special and memorable event for all seniors and their families. Aviation HS scholarships will be announced at this celebration, along with various other awards. Save the date on your calendars now!
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
Come be part of AHS’s first ever Battle of the Bands! On June 4th the greatest bands AHS has ever seen will assemble to battle for the title of AHS’s Best Band. If you or your band is interested in participating, contact Jim Stone or Andy Chayer. Anyone can participate (not just AHS students). Otherwise, come see the greatest competition of all time! Look in the NOTAM for future information on tickets.
JUNIORS & SENIORS: PROM
Don’t forget to buy your prom tickets! “Unmask the Night” Prom 2010 is in less than a month and it is approaching fast. If you are planning to bring a guest don’t forget to fill out a guest form so they can attend. Ticket prices are as followed:
$45.00 Singles w/ ASB
$50.00 Singles w/o ASB
$80.00 Couples w/ ASB
$95.00 Couples w/o ASB
If you haven’t already heard, this year’s prom will be held aboard the Lady Mary and will be Masquerade-themed. Please keep in mind that masks will be provided but you may purchase your own mask only if it is a mask on a stick! No masks that are attached to your face can be worn, and will not be allowed into prom. There will be scheduled opportunities the week before prom where you will be able to decorate your mask and give it your own personal flair and creativity. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about prom, feel free to bring them up to the Junior Class Captains, Sarah Canul or Miranda Sita. Thank you!
EXCITING SUMMER OPPORTUNITY: BLUE ANGELS
Do you love the Blue Angels? We have 4 volunteer positions available for AHS students to spend the week of August 2-8, 2010 working with Seafair to prepare for and then host the Blue Angels Air show. Part of the time you’ll just enjoy watching the Blue Angels practice their maneuvers, and you’ll get great job experience providing minor crowd control, escorting special guests, greeting VIPS and other duties too that make sure the show flows smoothly. More information and application procedure is available in the Career Office from Nancy Pappas and Julie Burr & on the bulletin board in the hallway- if you’re interested, let Ms. Pappas or Ms. Burr know asap to give yourself the best chance of being selected for this fun opportunity that also looks good on your resume and college applications!
Quote of the Week:
“Interest drives interest!”
Andrew Reece – AHS Student
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