AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL
28 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Seniors, if you haven’t already done so, please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college!
Monday: Memorial Day - Non-School Day
Tuesday: PTSA Year End General Meeting / 2012 Kick Off Meeting in the Gym 6:30p.m.
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Boeing Lab Tour Field Trip
Class Captain Elections
Spring Youth Venture after school in Room 6
Film Club Special Guests after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Science Olympiad Banquet in the gym 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: Biology End of Course Exam
Culture Club in Room 24--3:45-4:45 p.m.
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 2:00 PM Student Dismissal; Staff Professional Development 2:15-4:00 p.m.
Sunday: Senior Awards Reception & Ceremony, 1:30-4:00 p.m. at Boeing Theater
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
Welcome back from Memorial Day weekend. I hope at least some part of your weekend included paying tribute to the military men and women who lost their lives serving our country. We owe so much to those who fought for our freedoms. To all…we salute you!
Congratulations to Honor Society for sponsoring a very successful blood drive last week. In a message from Puget Sound Blood Center’s coordinator, she states, “Our goal was to find 40 donors. We registered 55, which included 31 first time donors. Approximately 165 patients in our area will benefit from the participation of Aviation High School students. We are grateful.”
Two more AHS students just received good news that will positively impact their summer plans and their resume—DeAundre Cola has been selected for a full-time, paid internship with the Port of Seattle, and Devon Gumke has been offered a full-time paid internship with Korry Electronics/Esterline in their engineering department doing resource mapping. Congratulations, gentlemen!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Showcase of Learning last week, informing our VIPs about your learning and the power of solving authentic problems. Our guests were very impressed with your presentation skills as well as the types of learning activities in which you engage at AHS.
If you haven’t yet made plans for summer break, a fantastic learning opportunity is available to you through Puget Sound Skills Center. They offer a summer school program from June 21 through July 11, open to students entering grades 9-12. While many of the classes have already filled, two new programs are still open for enrollment—Introduction to Aerospace Composites, which will be held at South Seattle Community College, and Machining & Math Essentials, which will be held at Renton Technical College. Class operates from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, and successful completers earn .5 credit that will be added to your high school transcript. Registration for a program is only $35 and can be paid online. If you are interested in enrolling, I highly encourage you to enroll ASAP—online is best at www.pugetsoundsc.org but you can also enroll in person Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location is just down the street from AHS at 18010-8th Avenue South. Their summer school hotline number is 206.631.7346. Great way to enhance your college-going transcript is by adding a career and technical program!
In the graduate spotlight this week is Sokha Danh, AHS Class of 2008, who just received notice that he has been selected for the 2012 Summer Venture in Management Program at Harvard University! This is just one of the many experiences that Sokha has taken advantage of during his studies at UW and Seattle University. Because of an extended study abroad, he will be continuing at SU next year, earning a degree in International Business in Spring of 2013. Sokha credits his experiences at AHS as providing a solid foundation for gaining such extraordinary opportunities. Congratulations, Sokha!
Seniors and families, I’m looking forward to seeing you this Sunday at the Senior Awards Ceremony that will be held from 1:30-4:00 p.m. at the Boeing Theater on E. Marginal Way. Invitations were previously mailed home and included directions and parking information. If you need another copy, please see Pamela in the Main Office. And seniors: Please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college.
Only 9 days of school left for our seniors…and 14 for juniors, sophomores, and freshmen! Make every minute of learning count! My best for an audacious week of learning, memory making, and preparing for your next step in life! I am honored to be your principal.
Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
Filmmaking News: Erik Lindbergh of LEAP and Yolanka Wulff of LEAP and the Lindbergh Foundation will be in Mr. S's room after school on Wednesday to talk about innovation and filmmaking. Please join us at film club for a discussion about the excitement for the future!
Here's a great volunteer opportunity for high school students needing to fulfill their community service requirements. United Way of King County (UWKC) has a summer program that feeds free meals to kids and teens in King County. On June 16, the UWKC will be hosting an outreach event where volunteers will receive training on the Summer Meals Service Program and then will be sent out in groups to hang door hangers up in the community.
June 16: Des Moines area outreach, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Students can register on the UWKC website at:
https://volunteer.truist.com/uwkc/user/events/one.tcl?event_id=10521298546&utime=1337784871880256
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“The Sky is NOT the limit!”
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
As we move closer to the end of the school year, remember:
• Our All-School Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, June 5 at the Performing Arts Center adjacent to Highline High School in Burien. You will report to your first period class for attendance, then immediately board school buses that will transport us to the PAC. Parents and families: Please join us if your schedule permits! The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 a.m. When we return to school, a fun program is being planned by Culture Club.
• Graduation Practice will be on June 8 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the AHS Gym. Practice is mandatory unless excused by Ms. Juarez due to an extenuating circumstance.
• Graduation will be held Thursday June 14 at 7:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center in Burien. Admission is by ticket only. Expectations for attire and conduct were mailed home to seniors and parent/guardians. If you have misplaced yours, please ask Ms. Suiaunoa or Mrs. Hiranaka for another copy.
• Last day of school for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be Friday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The staff will be flipping pancakes that morning and serving up good cheer and fond farewells for the summer. This annual tradition always represents a good time for everyone.
• On June 16, NASA’s Space Shuttle Trainer arrives at the Museum of Flight! The Museum is planning an extraordinary weekend to celebrate its arrival, and the AHS community is invited to be part of a special celebration at 11:00 a.m. The Shuttle Trainer’s crew compartment (the most recognizable piece with the nose cone) will arrive aboard NASA’s Super Guppy aircraft, which will have flown along the Seattle waterfront and over the Space Needle. The Guppy will then taxi to the Museum of Flight where a ceremonial celebration will take place, including a parade from Boeing Field to the Museum’s Space Gallery, the Trainer’s final resting place. Please mark your calendar to be part of this very special celebration! Some AHS students may actually be part of the ceremonies. Stay tuned.
District Survey: The annual Parent Survey is now posted on HSD website, highlineschools.org
Each spring HSD asks parents to provide feedback to learn what HSD is doing well and where HSD needs to improve. You will receive an automated phone call reminding you to take the survey.
Seattle Science Festival, Saturday, June 2.
Earn Community Service Hours!
Interested in supporting the MoF booth at the Seattle Science Festival?
Two AHS students per shift are needed to help with Robotix building stations—students will work directly supporting the MoF booth.
Three shifts are available and 2 students are needed for each shift. Students would report for their shifts at the Seattle Center— MoF booth.
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
• 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
AHS students could also provide demos of their robots-these robots will need to get to Seattle Center with the rest of the MoF material on Friday afternoon.
Interested students should contact Mr. Kelly directly or by email bruce.kelly@highlineschools.org
Summer Opportunity for those Interested in Flight Testing: Ten AHS students will be sponsored to attend the Flight Test Northwest symposium on Thursday, July 12, at the Future of Flight Aviation Center at Paine Field in Everett. If you are interested, let Mrs. Burr know. You must provide your own transportation.
Absence Note Reminder: Absence notes are required in addition to parent calls in order to excuse absences. A number of absences will become unexcused for the last 2 weeks if these notes are not received this week.
All students enrolled in Biology must take the EOC. : Science EOC is May 31.
Yearbook is looking for pictures to put in our end-of-the-year slideshow to be played at the awards ceremony in June. Check to see if you have pictures of you and your friends at school dances or robotics competitions, doing sports outside of school, hanging out with planes, or anything else you may want in the slideshow. Send pictures to aviationhsyearbook@gmail.com and please keep them school appropriate, they will be edited. Thank you!
A new internship has been posted for AHS female students of any grade level with the West Seattle based “Girls Rock Math”. Several positions are available and interns will serve as Math Camp Interns-Counselors for one or two week sessions. Check out the bulletin board by the Career Center or the Careers Website and get an application from Mrs. Burr, deadline is May 30, 2012.
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR . Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Monday, May 21, 2012
NOTAM 052112
AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL
21 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Seniors: Please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college.
Monday: Last Day to turn in your request for extra graduation tickets!
Tuesday: Last Mentor Breakfast of the School year—7:30 a.m. in the Gym
Boeing Delivery Flight field trip for seniors and ACE Club Members!
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Blood Drive – All Day in the Gym
Algebra EOC 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
VIPS on Campus—legislators, school execs, business leaders—9:30-11:30 a.m.
Spring Youth Venture after school in room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Seniors - Scholarship Applications Due to Ms.Carper by end of day!
Thursday: Geometry EOC 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Aviation Careers Field Trip 12:00 p.m.– 3:30 p.m.
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45-4:45 p.m.
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 2:00 PM Dismissal
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
Hearty congratulations to everyone who ran for an ASB office! Your campaigns were spirited and reflected the commitment you have to serving AHS in a leadership capacity. I hope that all of you will get behind your newly elected officer team of Tran Tonnu, President; Royce Le, Vice President; Rangsey Touch, Secretary; and Katie McConville, Treasurer. Congratulations, team!
Students in Ms. Wombold’s Current World Problems class this year were given the opportunity to participate in the Games Without Borders Youth Challenge hosted by the World Affairs Council of Seattle, Washington. Three student groups researched world problems and created games designed to raise awareness of a global issue, including topics such as nuclear weapons, and the role of microloans in addressing poverty. Just last week we received word that Sopheaktra Danh and Melody Northcutt’s game design, “Syria at Risk,” in which they illustrated the strategic nature of internal civil unrest and government control, was selected by a judging panel as one of the top winners in the high school division! Congratulations to both students on such an outstanding accomplishment. More information about the challenge can be found here: http://www.world-affairs.org/programs/global-classroom/games-without-borders-youth-challenge/
Congrats to the junior class for sponsoring a wonderful prom for our seniors this past weekend. By all accounts, it was a spectacular evening for everyone in attendance. Congratulations to Prom King-Dustin Abrahamson and Prom Queen-Kelli Katzer, Prom Prince-Kris Hartelius, and Prom Princess-Adrianna Lopez on their royal rein of the evening, too. Sincere thanks to Ms. Fitz, Mr. Shiroma, Ms. Wombold, Mr. Edgerton, Mr. and Mrs. Hiranaka, Mr. Joshi, Ms. Carper, Ms. Lee, Dr. and Mrs. Katims, and Mr. Kelly, for chaperoning, too!
Tuesday morning will be the last Mentor Breakfast Meeting of the school year. These events have become so inspiring over the years that I can’t imagine a mentor or mentee wanting to miss one! I look forward to seeing folks in the Gymnasium at 7:30 a.m. for the finale of the year. Thank you, Ms. Burr and Ms. Pappas for your work to ensure that students are prepared for both college and career. Special thanks, too, to the 150+ mentors who so believe in the mission and vision of AHS and the importance of sharing their wisdom and time with their mentees! You are changing lives through your volunteerism!
Tuesday is also the day that our seniors and ACE club members will enjoy flying the friendly skies on a brand new B-737 that Alaska Airlines is taking into their fleet! If you have turned in your permission form to participate in this exciting field trip, please report to the Gymnasium immediately AFTER YOUR FIRST PERIOD Class! This is a slight change in schedule (originally, we were going to be security checked at 9:00 a.m.), so please take note and be in the Gym by 10:00 a.m. sharp WITH your photo ID! Students with inhalers and EipPens MUST self-carry your meds! Later today (Monday), we will post a list of chaperones and assigned students on the windows of the Main Office. Please check this list BEFORE Tuesday morning so that you can gather with your chaperone in the gym and board the buses with him/her.
As we move closer to the end of the school year, remember:
• The Senior Awards Ceremony will be held from 1:30-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 3rd at the Boeing Theater on E. Marginal Way. Invitations were mailed to seniors and parents and included directions and parking information. If you need another copy, please see Pamela in the Main Office. And seniors: Please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college.
• Our All-School Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, June 5 at the Performing Arts Center adjacent to Highline High School in Burien. You will report to your first period class for attendance, then immediately board school buses that will transport us to the PAC. Parents and families: Please join us if your schedule permits! The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 a.m. When we return to school, a fun program is being planned by Culture Club.
• Graduation Practice will be on June 8 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the AHS Gym. Practice is mandatory unless excused by Ms. Juarez due to an extenuating circumstance.
• Graduation will be held Thursday June 14 at 7:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center in Burien. Admission is by ticket only. Expectations for attire and conduct were mailed home to seniors and parent/guardians. If you have misplaced yours, please ask Ms. Suiaunoa or Mrs. Hiranaka for another copy.
• Last day of school for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be Friday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The staff will be flipping pancakes that morning and serving up good cheer and fond farewells for the summer. This annual tradition always represents a good time for everyone.
• On June 16, NASA’s Spoace Shuttle Trainer arrives at the Museum of Flight! The Museum is planning an extraordinary weekend to celebrate its arrival, and the AHS community is invited to be part of a special celebration at 11:00 a.m. The Shuttle Trainer’s crew compartment (the most recognizable piece with the nose cone) will arrive aboard NASA’s Super Guppy aircraft, which will have flown along the Seattle waterfront and over the Space Needle. The Guppy will then taxi to the Museum of Flight where a ceremonial celebration will take place, including a parade from Boeing Field to the Museum’s Space Gallery, the Trainer’s final resting place. Please mark your calendar to be part of this very special celebration! Some AHS students may actually be part of the ceremonies. Stay tuned.
As I close my message for this week, I wish all students taking the Algebra and Geometry End-of-Course exams the very best! Enjoy this week of learning and an extended weekend. There will be no school on Monday, May 28th in honor of Memorial Day.
I am honored to be your principal. ~Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
District Survey: The annual Parent Survey is now posted on HSD website, highlineschools.org
Each spring HSD asks parents to provide feedback to learn what HSD is doing well and where HSD needs to improve. You will receive an automated phone call reminding you to take the survey.
Seattle Science Festival, Saturday, June 2.
Earn Community Service Hours!
Interested in supporting the MoF booth at the Seattle Science Festival?
Two AHS students per shift are needed to help with Robotix building stations—students will work directly supporting the MoF booth.
Three shifts are available and 2 students are needed for each shift. Students would report for their shifts at the at Seattle Center— MoF booth.
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
• 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
AHS students could also provide demos of their robots-these robots will need to get to Seattle Center with the rest of the MoF material on Friday afternoon.
Interested students should contact Mr. Kelly directly or by email bruce.kelly@highlineschools.org
Summer Opportunity for those Interested in Flight Testing: Ten AHS students will be sponsored to attend the Flight Test Northwest symposium on Thursday, July 12, at the Future of Flight Aviation Center at Paine Field in Everett. If you are interested, let Mrs. Burr know. You must provide your own transportation.
Absence Note Reminder: Absence notes are required in addition to parent calls in order to excuse absences. A number of absences will become unexcused for the last 2 weeks if these notes are not received this week.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Watch your actions for they become your character.”
~Margaret Thatcher
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
EOC – End of Course Exams in Math and Science are almost here: All students that are enrolled in Algebra or Geometry are required to test. Students who have not met the state standard through testing are also required to test. Students should be receiving information about this from their math teacher. Look for your name. Algebra EOC is May 23; Geometry EOC is May 24. Tests will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
All students enrolled in Biology must take the EOC. : Science EOC is May 31.
Yearbook is looking for pictures to put in our end-of-the-year slideshow to be played at the awards ceremony in June. Check to see if you have pictures of you and your friends at school dances or robotics competitions, doing sports outside of school, hanging out with planes, or anything else you may want in the slideshow. Send pictures to aviationhsyearbook@gmail.com and please keep them school appropriate, they will be edited. Thank you!
A new internship has been posted for AHS female students of any grade level with the West Seattle based “Girls Rock Math”. Several positions are available and interns will serve as Math Camp Interns-Counselors for one or two week sessions. Check out the bulletin board by the Career Center or the Careers Website and get an application from Mrs. Burr, deadline is May 30, 2012.
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR . Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 2:00-4:30 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
21 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Seniors: Please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college.
Monday: Last Day to turn in your request for extra graduation tickets!
Tuesday: Last Mentor Breakfast of the School year—7:30 a.m. in the Gym
Boeing Delivery Flight field trip for seniors and ACE Club Members!
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Blood Drive – All Day in the Gym
Algebra EOC 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
VIPS on Campus—legislators, school execs, business leaders—9:30-11:30 a.m.
Spring Youth Venture after school in room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Seniors - Scholarship Applications Due to Ms.Carper by end of day!
Thursday: Geometry EOC 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Aviation Careers Field Trip 12:00 p.m.– 3:30 p.m.
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45-4:45 p.m.
FIRST Robotics Club 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 2:00 PM Dismissal
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
Hearty congratulations to everyone who ran for an ASB office! Your campaigns were spirited and reflected the commitment you have to serving AHS in a leadership capacity. I hope that all of you will get behind your newly elected officer team of Tran Tonnu, President; Royce Le, Vice President; Rangsey Touch, Secretary; and Katie McConville, Treasurer. Congratulations, team!
Students in Ms. Wombold’s Current World Problems class this year were given the opportunity to participate in the Games Without Borders Youth Challenge hosted by the World Affairs Council of Seattle, Washington. Three student groups researched world problems and created games designed to raise awareness of a global issue, including topics such as nuclear weapons, and the role of microloans in addressing poverty. Just last week we received word that Sopheaktra Danh and Melody Northcutt’s game design, “Syria at Risk,” in which they illustrated the strategic nature of internal civil unrest and government control, was selected by a judging panel as one of the top winners in the high school division! Congratulations to both students on such an outstanding accomplishment. More information about the challenge can be found here: http://www.world-affairs.org/programs/global-classroom/games-without-borders-youth-challenge/
Congrats to the junior class for sponsoring a wonderful prom for our seniors this past weekend. By all accounts, it was a spectacular evening for everyone in attendance. Congratulations to Prom King-Dustin Abrahamson and Prom Queen-Kelli Katzer, Prom Prince-Kris Hartelius, and Prom Princess-Adrianna Lopez on their royal rein of the evening, too. Sincere thanks to Ms. Fitz, Mr. Shiroma, Ms. Wombold, Mr. Edgerton, Mr. and Mrs. Hiranaka, Mr. Joshi, Ms. Carper, Ms. Lee, Dr. and Mrs. Katims, and Mr. Kelly, for chaperoning, too!
Tuesday morning will be the last Mentor Breakfast Meeting of the school year. These events have become so inspiring over the years that I can’t imagine a mentor or mentee wanting to miss one! I look forward to seeing folks in the Gymnasium at 7:30 a.m. for the finale of the year. Thank you, Ms. Burr and Ms. Pappas for your work to ensure that students are prepared for both college and career. Special thanks, too, to the 150+ mentors who so believe in the mission and vision of AHS and the importance of sharing their wisdom and time with their mentees! You are changing lives through your volunteerism!
Tuesday is also the day that our seniors and ACE club members will enjoy flying the friendly skies on a brand new B-737 that Alaska Airlines is taking into their fleet! If you have turned in your permission form to participate in this exciting field trip, please report to the Gymnasium immediately AFTER YOUR FIRST PERIOD Class! This is a slight change in schedule (originally, we were going to be security checked at 9:00 a.m.), so please take note and be in the Gym by 10:00 a.m. sharp WITH your photo ID! Students with inhalers and EipPens MUST self-carry your meds! Later today (Monday), we will post a list of chaperones and assigned students on the windows of the Main Office. Please check this list BEFORE Tuesday morning so that you can gather with your chaperone in the gym and board the buses with him/her.
As we move closer to the end of the school year, remember:
• The Senior Awards Ceremony will be held from 1:30-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 3rd at the Boeing Theater on E. Marginal Way. Invitations were mailed to seniors and parents and included directions and parking information. If you need another copy, please see Pamela in the Main Office. And seniors: Please report to Mrs. Hiranaka ASAP all scholarships received, including grants and awards from your specific college.
• Our All-School Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, June 5 at the Performing Arts Center adjacent to Highline High School in Burien. You will report to your first period class for attendance, then immediately board school buses that will transport us to the PAC. Parents and families: Please join us if your schedule permits! The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 a.m. When we return to school, a fun program is being planned by Culture Club.
• Graduation Practice will be on June 8 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the AHS Gym. Practice is mandatory unless excused by Ms. Juarez due to an extenuating circumstance.
• Graduation will be held Thursday June 14 at 7:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center in Burien. Admission is by ticket only. Expectations for attire and conduct were mailed home to seniors and parent/guardians. If you have misplaced yours, please ask Ms. Suiaunoa or Mrs. Hiranaka for another copy.
• Last day of school for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be Friday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The staff will be flipping pancakes that morning and serving up good cheer and fond farewells for the summer. This annual tradition always represents a good time for everyone.
• On June 16, NASA’s Spoace Shuttle Trainer arrives at the Museum of Flight! The Museum is planning an extraordinary weekend to celebrate its arrival, and the AHS community is invited to be part of a special celebration at 11:00 a.m. The Shuttle Trainer’s crew compartment (the most recognizable piece with the nose cone) will arrive aboard NASA’s Super Guppy aircraft, which will have flown along the Seattle waterfront and over the Space Needle. The Guppy will then taxi to the Museum of Flight where a ceremonial celebration will take place, including a parade from Boeing Field to the Museum’s Space Gallery, the Trainer’s final resting place. Please mark your calendar to be part of this very special celebration! Some AHS students may actually be part of the ceremonies. Stay tuned.
As I close my message for this week, I wish all students taking the Algebra and Geometry End-of-Course exams the very best! Enjoy this week of learning and an extended weekend. There will be no school on Monday, May 28th in honor of Memorial Day.
I am honored to be your principal. ~Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
District Survey: The annual Parent Survey is now posted on HSD website, highlineschools.org
Each spring HSD asks parents to provide feedback to learn what HSD is doing well and where HSD needs to improve. You will receive an automated phone call reminding you to take the survey.
Seattle Science Festival, Saturday, June 2.
Earn Community Service Hours!
Interested in supporting the MoF booth at the Seattle Science Festival?
Two AHS students per shift are needed to help with Robotix building stations—students will work directly supporting the MoF booth.
Three shifts are available and 2 students are needed for each shift. Students would report for their shifts at the at Seattle Center— MoF booth.
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
• 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
AHS students could also provide demos of their robots-these robots will need to get to Seattle Center with the rest of the MoF material on Friday afternoon.
Interested students should contact Mr. Kelly directly or by email bruce.kelly@highlineschools.org
Summer Opportunity for those Interested in Flight Testing: Ten AHS students will be sponsored to attend the Flight Test Northwest symposium on Thursday, July 12, at the Future of Flight Aviation Center at Paine Field in Everett. If you are interested, let Mrs. Burr know. You must provide your own transportation.
Absence Note Reminder: Absence notes are required in addition to parent calls in order to excuse absences. A number of absences will become unexcused for the last 2 weeks if these notes are not received this week.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Watch your actions for they become your character.”
~Margaret Thatcher
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
EOC – End of Course Exams in Math and Science are almost here: All students that are enrolled in Algebra or Geometry are required to test. Students who have not met the state standard through testing are also required to test. Students should be receiving information about this from their math teacher. Look for your name. Algebra EOC is May 23; Geometry EOC is May 24. Tests will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
All students enrolled in Biology must take the EOC. : Science EOC is May 31.
Yearbook is looking for pictures to put in our end-of-the-year slideshow to be played at the awards ceremony in June. Check to see if you have pictures of you and your friends at school dances or robotics competitions, doing sports outside of school, hanging out with planes, or anything else you may want in the slideshow. Send pictures to aviationhsyearbook@gmail.com and please keep them school appropriate, they will be edited. Thank you!
A new internship has been posted for AHS female students of any grade level with the West Seattle based “Girls Rock Math”. Several positions are available and interns will serve as Math Camp Interns-Counselors for one or two week sessions. Check out the bulletin board by the Career Center or the Careers Website and get an application from Mrs. Burr, deadline is May 30, 2012.
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR . Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 2:00-4:30 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
Sunday, May 13, 2012
NOTAM 051412
AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL
14 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Monday: AP Testing continues throughout the week. Best to everyone!
Tuesday: Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Wednesday: Environmental Challenge Project Presentations (morning only)
Spring Youth Venture after school in room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Thursday: Environmental Challenge Presentations (morning only)
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45 – 4:45
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Friday: Non School Day – Student Led Conferences
Saturday: Senior Prom! Get your ticket this week if you haven’t already done so!
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
Cheers to mothers everywhere! It was a beautiful weekend to celebrate the goodness of mothers on their very special day. I do hope you gave a special tribute to those within your own family, making their Mother’s Day joyful and relaxing.
Cheers, too, to another AHS student who is well on his way to earning his wings. After a lot of instruction from our own resident pilot Dr. Edgerton, Raj De Young recently took to the skies out of the Bremerton National Airport, in a Cessna 150 (N45517), marking his first solo flight. As most of you may know, Raj is a junior who moved here from Australia last summer. His goal is to fly commercially, and he is well on his way! When you see Raj, give him a hearty handshake of congratulations!
More congratulations are extended to AHS Senior, Curtis Campisteguy, who applied for and was awarded the $5,000 Daniel and Bernice Condit Scholarship for an Eagle Scout who will be focusing on math, science or engineering in college. Curtis attended a dinner event last week at which he received this top scholarship award that is provided to a Boy Scout. He will use the award to pursue an engineering degree.
We are now close to having 60 internship placements for Summer of 2012! Please join me in congratulating the most recent students to be selected for some very prestigious experiences:
Kishan Vekaria and Chad Crooks for being offered full-time summer internships with the FAA this summer! Sydney Miller has also been selected for an Engineering internship!
Jacob Wagner on being hired for a paid internship with LUMA Technologies.
Six interns have been selected for the Pathfinders Gala this year: Savannah Mattson, Anthea Phuong, Andrea Wooley, Lori Baca, Robyn Zaches and Tran Tonnu. Jessica Lewis is the lead intern for the music part of the event.
My best for an astonishing week of learning! I am honored to be your principal—Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
EOC – End of Course Exams in Math and Science are almost here: All students that are enrolled in Algebra or Geometry are required to test. Students who have not met the state standard through testing are also required to test. Students should be receiving information about this from their math teacher. Look for your name. Algebra EOC is May 23; Geometry EOC is May 24. Tests will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
All students enrolled in Biology must take the EOC. : Science EOC is May 31.
Students needing to make up their Algebra and Geometry EOC exams will also be tested on May 23 and May 24.
SENIORS & Parents of Seniors: The last day to turn in your request for extra graduation tickets is Monday, May 21st. If you need another form come to Room 20. Remember every person over the age of 2 must have a ticket. Also…a letter was mailed home to you last week from Ms. Gilman that addresses expectations related to graduation. Please review it with your family members! And…an invitation to the Senior Awards Ceremony was also mailed home. Parents, siblings, grandparents, and other family members are invited to attend the Senior Awards Ceremony—no ticket necessary, and plenty of room for seating.
Yearbook is looking for pictures to put in our end-of-the-year slideshow to be played at the awards ceremony in June. Check to see if you have pictures of you and your friends at school dances or robotics competitions, doing sports outside of school, hanging out with planes, or anything else you may want in the slideshow. Send pictures to aviationhsyearbook@gmail.com and please keep them school appropriate, they will be edited. Thank you!
A new internship has been posted for AHS female students of any grade level with the West Seattle based “Girls Rock Math”. Several positions are available and interns will serve as Math Camp Interns-Counselors for one or two week sessions. Check out the bulletin board by the Career Center or the Careers Website and get an application from Mrs. Burr, deadline is May 30, 2012.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“She’s taught me to be strong. She’s my role model, my hero. I follow in her footsteps.”
~Andrea Jewett, 17-year old daughter of Kathi Goertzen, former KOMO TV news anchorwoman, who has battled a series of debilitating brain tumors.
Seattle Times, Mother’s Day Edition, May 13, 2012
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR . Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Student Survey: Each spring, we ask parents and students to give us their feedback. We use the survey results to learn what we are doing well and where we need to improve.
The Student Survey link is now active on the district’s homepage www.highlineschools.org. Please schedule time for students to take the online survey. Click on the Survey link in the “Important Information for Families” box. Students will be required to login using their normal credentials. The domain for most schools is ERAC. The survey will remain open until June 3.
Thank you for your assistance with this during this busy time.
Prom: To all upperclassmen, "A Rose by Any Other Name" the 2012 Prom is occurring on May 19th! Prom tickets are AVAILABLE IN MS. SORENSEN'S (KIM’S) OFFICE for $50 from now till May 7th and $60 after May 7th. Tickets available for $60 until May18. Our Junior Class Captains and the Prom Committee have planned a SPECTACULAR Prom and we hope to see everyone there for the last dance of the year!!!
Attention Girls – Attending Prom? Need a little help? Again this year, Ms. Pappas and Ms. Carper are working with the Highline Foundation for Excellence Project PROMise and stand ready to provide assistance if you need a dress or accessories for the event. Let them know!
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 2:00-4:30 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
14 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Monday: AP Testing continues throughout the week. Best to everyone!
Tuesday: Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Wednesday: Environmental Challenge Project Presentations (morning only)
Spring Youth Venture after school in room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Thursday: Environmental Challenge Presentations (morning only)
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45 – 4:45
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Friday: Non School Day – Student Led Conferences
Saturday: Senior Prom! Get your ticket this week if you haven’t already done so!
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
Cheers to mothers everywhere! It was a beautiful weekend to celebrate the goodness of mothers on their very special day. I do hope you gave a special tribute to those within your own family, making their Mother’s Day joyful and relaxing.
Cheers, too, to another AHS student who is well on his way to earning his wings. After a lot of instruction from our own resident pilot Dr. Edgerton, Raj De Young recently took to the skies out of the Bremerton National Airport, in a Cessna 150 (N45517), marking his first solo flight. As most of you may know, Raj is a junior who moved here from Australia last summer. His goal is to fly commercially, and he is well on his way! When you see Raj, give him a hearty handshake of congratulations!
More congratulations are extended to AHS Senior, Curtis Campisteguy, who applied for and was awarded the $5,000 Daniel and Bernice Condit Scholarship for an Eagle Scout who will be focusing on math, science or engineering in college. Curtis attended a dinner event last week at which he received this top scholarship award that is provided to a Boy Scout. He will use the award to pursue an engineering degree.
We are now close to having 60 internship placements for Summer of 2012! Please join me in congratulating the most recent students to be selected for some very prestigious experiences:
Kishan Vekaria and Chad Crooks for being offered full-time summer internships with the FAA this summer! Sydney Miller has also been selected for an Engineering internship!
Jacob Wagner on being hired for a paid internship with LUMA Technologies.
Six interns have been selected for the Pathfinders Gala this year: Savannah Mattson, Anthea Phuong, Andrea Wooley, Lori Baca, Robyn Zaches and Tran Tonnu. Jessica Lewis is the lead intern for the music part of the event.
My best for an astonishing week of learning! I am honored to be your principal—Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
EOC – End of Course Exams in Math and Science are almost here: All students that are enrolled in Algebra or Geometry are required to test. Students who have not met the state standard through testing are also required to test. Students should be receiving information about this from their math teacher. Look for your name. Algebra EOC is May 23; Geometry EOC is May 24. Tests will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
All students enrolled in Biology must take the EOC. : Science EOC is May 31.
Students needing to make up their Algebra and Geometry EOC exams will also be tested on May 23 and May 24.
SENIORS & Parents of Seniors: The last day to turn in your request for extra graduation tickets is Monday, May 21st. If you need another form come to Room 20. Remember every person over the age of 2 must have a ticket. Also…a letter was mailed home to you last week from Ms. Gilman that addresses expectations related to graduation. Please review it with your family members! And…an invitation to the Senior Awards Ceremony was also mailed home. Parents, siblings, grandparents, and other family members are invited to attend the Senior Awards Ceremony—no ticket necessary, and plenty of room for seating.
Yearbook is looking for pictures to put in our end-of-the-year slideshow to be played at the awards ceremony in June. Check to see if you have pictures of you and your friends at school dances or robotics competitions, doing sports outside of school, hanging out with planes, or anything else you may want in the slideshow. Send pictures to aviationhsyearbook@gmail.com and please keep them school appropriate, they will be edited. Thank you!
A new internship has been posted for AHS female students of any grade level with the West Seattle based “Girls Rock Math”. Several positions are available and interns will serve as Math Camp Interns-Counselors for one or two week sessions. Check out the bulletin board by the Career Center or the Careers Website and get an application from Mrs. Burr, deadline is May 30, 2012.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“She’s taught me to be strong. She’s my role model, my hero. I follow in her footsteps.”
~Andrea Jewett, 17-year old daughter of Kathi Goertzen, former KOMO TV news anchorwoman, who has battled a series of debilitating brain tumors.
Seattle Times, Mother’s Day Edition, May 13, 2012
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR . Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Student Survey: Each spring, we ask parents and students to give us their feedback. We use the survey results to learn what we are doing well and where we need to improve.
The Student Survey link is now active on the district’s homepage www.highlineschools.org. Please schedule time for students to take the online survey. Click on the Survey link in the “Important Information for Families” box. Students will be required to login using their normal credentials. The domain for most schools is ERAC. The survey will remain open until June 3.
Thank you for your assistance with this during this busy time.
Prom: To all upperclassmen, "A Rose by Any Other Name" the 2012 Prom is occurring on May 19th! Prom tickets are AVAILABLE IN MS. SORENSEN'S (KIM’S) OFFICE for $50 from now till May 7th and $60 after May 7th. Tickets available for $60 until May18. Our Junior Class Captains and the Prom Committee have planned a SPECTACULAR Prom and we hope to see everyone there for the last dance of the year!!!
Attention Girls – Attending Prom? Need a little help? Again this year, Ms. Pappas and Ms. Carper are working with the Highline Foundation for Excellence Project PROMise and stand ready to provide assistance if you need a dress or accessories for the event. Let them know!
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 2:00-4:30 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
Sunday, May 6, 2012
NOTAM 050712
AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL
07 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Teacher Appreciation Week!
Monday: Another awesome day of learning…and sunshine!
AP Testing begins today!
Tuesday: National Teacher Day!
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Wednesday: National School Nurse Day!
School Board Meeting 6 – 8 PM—National Merit & Commended Students will be
recognized—Jenny, Davis, Sean
Spring Youth Venture after school in Room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Thursday: Low Tide Schmitz Beach Field Trip with Teacher Dana Dyer
Vegetarian Potluck in Room 6 at Lunch
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45 – 4:45
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Friday: Dismissal at 2:00 PM; Staff Professional Development 2:15-3:45 PM
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! While our superb teachers at AHS deserve recognition each and every day, please join me in giving them a BIG thanks during this national week of honor for all teachers. We salute you, AHS teachers!
Advanced Placement (AP) exams begin today. The annex of our campus as well as a couple of main building classrooms will be used for testing, so you can expect to see additional students on campus and increased cars in the lot during testing. All students in Highline Public Schools who are taking AP exams will do so at Aviation High School. I know you will join me in wishing these scholars, the very best as they demonstrate their learning in a variety of challenging subjects. Go AHS Scholars!
Our internship program continues to expand with exciting opportunities! Please check the announcements section of the NOTAM for recent updates and also make a point of checking in with Ms. Burr on a regular basis. This week, I’m delighted to congratulate Kishan Vekaria and Chad Crooks for being offered full-time internships at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) this summer! Congratulations are also in order for Mary Robins who has been selected for a paid internship this summer with Raisbeck Engineering!
As many of you apply for internships and summer jobs, I offer a reminder that you should have learned from Ms. Flynn in 9th grade Info Tech: Remember to write a cover letter to accompany your resume and application! Doing so can set you apart from other applicants if you’ve written a compelling message. Keep in mind that your application packet (application, resume, cover letter) are usually screened (scored) by several people within a company who make the decision to interview you…or not. If you need a brush-up on any aspect of applying for employment, I encourage you to check with Ms. Burr or Ms. Pappas. Preparation matters!
Ms. Juarez and the Yearbook staff put the final pages of this year’s book together last Friday and mailed them to the publisher. Congratulations to this amazing team for all their hard work to produce what I’m sure will be another stellar yearbook!
The Wienke brothers (Max and Moritz) continue to set records as they compete in color guard competitions. Last weekend they attended the Pacific regionals at which teams from Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Nevada and California competed in a written exam, a uniform inspection drill, a Standard practice drill, and indoor and outdoor drills where they posted and hoisted the flags, did a mile run and completed a four-round panel quiz. With Moritz as commander and Max as rifle guard, their team took second place, which is most commendable! Congratulations, Max and Moritz.
And…have you watched our Ultimate Frisbee team this spring? If not, they are practicing each day after school and have games scheduled for the weekend. They are a spirited team with amazing parent support…and they are putting AHS on the Ultimate map of success. Check the calendar on our website to attend a game and see them in action!
Seniors & parents of seniors: Invitations to the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 3rd are being mailed home this week. We hope to see all seniors and parents/family members at this very special recognition ceremony.
That’s it for this week, Scholars. My best for an audacious week of learning. I am honored to be your principal.
~Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
A paid internship with Dynon Avionics has been posted- check out the bulletin board outside the Career Center and the Career Website, www.aviationhscareers.org The lucky applicant chosen will be working with our very own AHS alum Natalie Nason.
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR. Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Student Survey: Each spring, we ask parents and students to give us their feedback. We use the survey results to learn what we are doing well and where we need to improve.
The Student Survey link is now active on the district’s homepage www.highlineschools.org. Time will be scheduled in your classes to take the online survey, and Running Start students should plan to take it independently. Click on the Survey link in the “Important Information for Families” box. Students will be required to login using their regular credentials. The domain for our school is ERAC. The survey will remain open until June 3.
Prom: To all upperclassmen, "A Rose by Any Other Name" the 2012 Prom is occurring on May 19th! Prom tickets are AVAILABLE IN MS. SORENSEN'S (KIM’S) OFFICE for $50 from now until May 7th and $60 after May 7th. Tickets available for $60 until May18. Our Junior Class Captains and the Prom Committee have planned a SPECTACULAR Prom and we hope to see everyone there for the last dance of the year!!!
Saint Martin’s University will be presenting at 1 PM on Wednesday, May 9. Sign up in Room 11!
National Honor Society is having their second blood drive of the year on Wednesday May, 23rd. There is a sign-up sheet in the office with permission forms. You must be 16 years or older on the date of the blood drive and must weigh over 110 pounds to give blood. One pint of blood can save up to three lives. Help save lives by signing up to donate blood on May 23rd, and do your part to make a difference.
Attention Girls – Attending Prom? Need a little help? Again this year, Ms. Pappas and Ms. Carper are working with the Highline Foundation for Excellence Project PROMise and stand ready to provide assistance if you need a dress or accessories for the event. Let them know!
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “An understanding heart is everything in a teacher, and cannot be esteemed highly enough. One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feeling. The curriculum is so much necessary raw material, but warmth is the vital element for the growing plant and for the soul of the child.” —Carl Jung
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
Anyone interested in joining the Aviation HS chapter of the National Honor Society is welcome to apply. You can locate the application, the criteria for consideration, and specific instructions online in Mr. Ward’s ALL ACCESS folder. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 11.
SPRING Youth Venture will begin meeting Wednesdays after school in room 6 starting April 18. See posted posters for details.
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 1:30-4:00 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
Republic Services is offering a $1000 Environmental Scholarship for students enrolling in a program pertaining to an “Environmental” field. Applications are available in Ms. Carper’s office. Deadline: May 18, 2012
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
The Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce’s SUCCESS Foundation is pleased to present the AAAA Mini Storage Scholarship of $4,000 ($1,000 awarded annually over a 4-year period). This scholarship will be awarded to one deserving high school senior from a Chamber service area school (which includes Highline Public Schools, Tukwila School District, and Seattle Christian School) pursuing continuing education at an institute for higher learning in fall 2012. Applications are available in Ms. Carper’s office. Deadline: May 18.
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
07 May 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Teacher Appreciation Week!
Monday: Another awesome day of learning…and sunshine!
AP Testing begins today!
Tuesday: National Teacher Day!
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Wednesday: National School Nurse Day!
School Board Meeting 6 – 8 PM—National Merit & Commended Students will be
recognized—Jenny, Davis, Sean
Spring Youth Venture after school in Room 6
Film Club after school in Mr. Savishinsky’s room
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Thursday: Low Tide Schmitz Beach Field Trip with Teacher Dana Dyer
Vegetarian Potluck in Room 6 at Lunch
Culture Club in Room 24 3:45 – 4:45
Aviation PTSA Ultimate Frisbee Team Practice 3:40 – 5:30 PM on Campus
Friday: Dismissal at 2:00 PM; Staff Professional Development 2:15-3:45 PM
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! While our superb teachers at AHS deserve recognition each and every day, please join me in giving them a BIG thanks during this national week of honor for all teachers. We salute you, AHS teachers!
Advanced Placement (AP) exams begin today. The annex of our campus as well as a couple of main building classrooms will be used for testing, so you can expect to see additional students on campus and increased cars in the lot during testing. All students in Highline Public Schools who are taking AP exams will do so at Aviation High School. I know you will join me in wishing these scholars, the very best as they demonstrate their learning in a variety of challenging subjects. Go AHS Scholars!
Our internship program continues to expand with exciting opportunities! Please check the announcements section of the NOTAM for recent updates and also make a point of checking in with Ms. Burr on a regular basis. This week, I’m delighted to congratulate Kishan Vekaria and Chad Crooks for being offered full-time internships at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) this summer! Congratulations are also in order for Mary Robins who has been selected for a paid internship this summer with Raisbeck Engineering!
As many of you apply for internships and summer jobs, I offer a reminder that you should have learned from Ms. Flynn in 9th grade Info Tech: Remember to write a cover letter to accompany your resume and application! Doing so can set you apart from other applicants if you’ve written a compelling message. Keep in mind that your application packet (application, resume, cover letter) are usually screened (scored) by several people within a company who make the decision to interview you…or not. If you need a brush-up on any aspect of applying for employment, I encourage you to check with Ms. Burr or Ms. Pappas. Preparation matters!
Ms. Juarez and the Yearbook staff put the final pages of this year’s book together last Friday and mailed them to the publisher. Congratulations to this amazing team for all their hard work to produce what I’m sure will be another stellar yearbook!
The Wienke brothers (Max and Moritz) continue to set records as they compete in color guard competitions. Last weekend they attended the Pacific regionals at which teams from Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Nevada and California competed in a written exam, a uniform inspection drill, a Standard practice drill, and indoor and outdoor drills where they posted and hoisted the flags, did a mile run and completed a four-round panel quiz. With Moritz as commander and Max as rifle guard, their team took second place, which is most commendable! Congratulations, Max and Moritz.
And…have you watched our Ultimate Frisbee team this spring? If not, they are practicing each day after school and have games scheduled for the weekend. They are a spirited team with amazing parent support…and they are putting AHS on the Ultimate map of success. Check the calendar on our website to attend a game and see them in action!
Seniors & parents of seniors: Invitations to the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 3rd are being mailed home this week. We hope to see all seniors and parents/family members at this very special recognition ceremony.
That’s it for this week, Scholars. My best for an audacious week of learning. I am honored to be your principal.
~Reba G.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
A paid internship with Dynon Avionics has been posted- check out the bulletin board outside the Career Center and the Career Website, www.aviationhscareers.org The lucky applicant chosen will be working with our very own AHS alum Natalie Nason.
NEW Internship with ERIN AIR. Check the bulletin board and website, www.aviationhscareers.org
Student Survey: Each spring, we ask parents and students to give us their feedback. We use the survey results to learn what we are doing well and where we need to improve.
The Student Survey link is now active on the district’s homepage www.highlineschools.org. Time will be scheduled in your classes to take the online survey, and Running Start students should plan to take it independently. Click on the Survey link in the “Important Information for Families” box. Students will be required to login using their regular credentials. The domain for our school is ERAC. The survey will remain open until June 3.
Prom: To all upperclassmen, "A Rose by Any Other Name" the 2012 Prom is occurring on May 19th! Prom tickets are AVAILABLE IN MS. SORENSEN'S (KIM’S) OFFICE for $50 from now until May 7th and $60 after May 7th. Tickets available for $60 until May18. Our Junior Class Captains and the Prom Committee have planned a SPECTACULAR Prom and we hope to see everyone there for the last dance of the year!!!
Saint Martin’s University will be presenting at 1 PM on Wednesday, May 9. Sign up in Room 11!
National Honor Society is having their second blood drive of the year on Wednesday May, 23rd. There is a sign-up sheet in the office with permission forms. You must be 16 years or older on the date of the blood drive and must weigh over 110 pounds to give blood. One pint of blood can save up to three lives. Help save lives by signing up to donate blood on May 23rd, and do your part to make a difference.
Attention Girls – Attending Prom? Need a little help? Again this year, Ms. Pappas and Ms. Carper are working with the Highline Foundation for Excellence Project PROMise and stand ready to provide assistance if you need a dress or accessories for the event. Let them know!
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “An understanding heart is everything in a teacher, and cannot be esteemed highly enough. One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feeling. The curriculum is so much necessary raw material, but warmth is the vital element for the growing plant and for the soul of the child.” —Carl Jung
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS BUT STILL RELEVANT
Anyone interested in joining the Aviation HS chapter of the National Honor Society is welcome to apply. You can locate the application, the criteria for consideration, and specific instructions online in Mr. Ward’s ALL ACCESS folder. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 11.
SPRING Youth Venture will begin meeting Wednesdays after school in room 6 starting April 18. See posted posters for details.
Graduation Information for Seniors (from Ms. Juarez)
Mark your calendar. The senior reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd 1:30-4:00 PM. More info will come at a later date.
Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 8 in the gym.
Graduation will be at the PAC on Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 PM.
Republic Services is offering a $1000 Environmental Scholarship for students enrolling in a program pertaining to an “Environmental” field. Applications are available in Ms. Carper’s office. Deadline: May 18, 2012
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
The Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce’s SUCCESS Foundation is pleased to present the AAAA Mini Storage Scholarship of $4,000 ($1,000 awarded annually over a 4-year period). This scholarship will be awarded to one deserving high school senior from a Chamber service area school (which includes Highline Public Schools, Tukwila School District, and Seattle Christian School) pursuing continuing education at an institute for higher learning in fall 2012. Applications are available in Ms. Carper’s office. Deadline: May 18.
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants are offering $1,000 scholarships. Applications are available at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Deadline: June 15, 2012.
Big Sun is offering an annual scholarship to any young athlete. All students are eligible for this award, it does not matter what sport you are participating in. To learn more visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline: June 22, 2012
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