09 May 2011
Principal’s Message
Congratulations to junior Jenny Gao on her selection as a WISH (Women in STEM High Schools Aerospace Scholars) recipient, which provides the opportunity to participate in the WISH Summer Program at Johnson Space Center with 39 other girls from around the world. When you see Jenny, you may want to ask about the application process that led to such a prestigious award!
Congratulations also go to Navid Shafa, our May Student of the Month for Sodo Rotary. Navid will be honored this Thursday at a noon luncheon in Georgetown.
Jordan Cross and Alex Cox recently applied for an internship with Hytek in Kent. After a very thorough interview process, both have been offered paid positions with Hytek this summer. They will be doing 3-D design for the finishing touches of the entire spectrum of airplane parts for Boeing and all the companies that Hytek serves. Congratulations, Jordan and Alex!
If you are interested in a summer internship, make it a point to check with Julie Burr in the counseling center and read the notices that she posts. Our goal at AHS is to connect every student with a mentor and with an internship. Ideally, you will do your internship in your junior year or the summer prior to senior year. The knowledge and skills you gain through mentoring, interning, and/or paid employment are key to informing your thinking about your college and career pathways. There are some fabulous opportunities available to AHS students, thanks to our many partners in aviation and aerospace. Don’t miss an opportunity to round out your résumé! FYI: Currently, there is a paid internship posted for Korry Electronics in Everett—check it out with Ms. Burr!
AHS students Danica Balsiger and Kyra Sutherland will be competing Saturday, 14 May in the Scottish Highland Dancing Northwest Regional Championships. The very best dancers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, and Alaska compete to represent the region at the United States National Championship this summer. The championship is at Sylvester Middle School in Burien, and the ladies dance in the afternoon. Wish them luck when you see them this week. Better yet, show up to support them; admission is just $5.
Speaking of support, AHS’s inaugural Ultimate Frisbee team has the final match of their season on Saturday, 14 May at 4:30 p.m. at South Park Field (738 South Sullivan St., Seattle). They will be facing off against Everett High School and would appreciate your presence and cheers! Our team has had a great season! Since 2 April, they’ve played the following games: vs. Eastside Prep: 10-9 us; vs. Bush B: 10-6 us; vs. U Prep B: 9-4 us; vs. Garfield 9-8 us; vs. Woodinville 11-7 us.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the focus group interviews last week with Assistant Secretary of Education Dr. Brenda Dann-Messier. She was duly impressed! On Wednesday of this week, we are hosting two more VIP groups: from 9:00-11:00 a.m. representatives of the Pacific Northwest Business Aircraft Owners Association will be on campus; and from 1:00-3:00 p.m. we’ll have senior executives from Greenpoint Technologies in Kirkland on campus. We will be touring classes and asking you to share your learning and your goals for college and career with our guests.
Ellen Jetland is sponsoring a pet food drive that ends this Friday. She is requesting that you drop off food in grade level boxes located in the cafeteria each morning. Only cat and dog food are acceptable though it could be wet or dry. Food that is six months past the expiration date cannot be accepted. Previously opened dry food in original bag is acceptable. Ellen is asking us all to step up and help our less fortunate furry friends at the Seattle Humane Society. So…if you can contribute to Ellen’s project, please do so by Friday!
On 19 May, the PTSA will hold its annual General Membership Meeting from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in our gymnasium. Our ASB officers and representatives will be providing a review of the school year and thanking the PTSA for their very generous support to the instructional program, school clubs and activities. Parents and students: Let’s pack the gym! See you there!
That’s it for this week, Scholars! Learning counts—every minute of it! As always, I am honored to be your principal. ~Reba
PTSA Updates:
Year End General PTSA Meeting: Thursday, May 19th - AHS gymnasium 7:00 pm
PTSA Nominations for New Officers for 2011-2012: The AHS PTSA is seeking nominations for two board positions for the 2011 - 2012 school year. If you are interested or would like to nominate someone please contact: Barry Nelsen, Ace_construct@yahoo.com, phone 206 246 4883
Senior Grad Night Information: There has been a change of plans for the party. Tickets will be on sale Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the school through June. Price is $90.00 per person. You may also buy a ticket by sending payment to: Melanie DeWeese - 2321 S. 249th, Kent, WA 98032. Volunteers are needed to help pick up food from Costco, chaperone, take a group photo the night of and distribute copies afterward, set up car wash fundraisers. Contact Melanie DeWeese (206 824 1077 email: aviationgradnight@aviationptsa.org) for more information or to volunteer.
NOTE:
o We received a notice from the district’s Transportation Department last week asking that we remind everyone who rides a school bus that balloons, popcorn, candy, skateboards, rollerblades, sharp or bulky items cannot be transported in the passenger compartment of a school bus. Food that is sealed and confined inside your backpack and or lunch bag is okay. For the safety of all passengers and to comply with state laws, please follow these rules.
o Continue checking the AHS website or logging on to school computers to get updated information on events and meetings.
Jokes of the Week, courtesy of Mr. Ivy, our Tech Administrator:
Two silk worms had a race. They ended up in a tie.
Two hats were hanging on a hat rack in the hallway. One hat said to the other “You stay here; I’ll go on ahead.”
Two hydrogen atoms meet. One says “I’ve lost my electron.” The other says “Are you sure?” The first replies “Yes, I’m positive.”
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