NOTAM 020116
Raisbeck Aviation High School
February 1, 2016
Black History Month
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Monday:
Six Period Day, Staff Meeting with the Superintendent, 3:45 PM, in PLC
Current Events 3:30-4:30 PM, room 2310
Film Club 3:30–5:00 PM, room 3530
VEX Robotics Team (Freshman Team), 3:35-6:00 PM, room 1610
FRC Robotics Study Hall, 3:30-5:00 PM CAD Lab
FRC Robotics Team, 6:00–9:00 PM, room 1610
Tuesday:
Six Period Day
Speech and Debate Team, 3:30–5:30 PM, room 3560
FRC Robotics Study Hall, 3:30-5:00 PM, room1630
FRC Robotics Team, 6:00-9:00 PM, room 1610
Wednesday: A Block - Periods 1, 3, Advisory, 5
Speech and Debate Team, 3:30–5:30 PM, room 3560
Math Club 3:40–4:45 PM, room 2350
FRC Robotics Study Hall, 3:30-5:00 PM, CAD Lab
VEX Robotics Team (Freshman Team), 3:35-6:00 PM, room 1610
FRC Robotics Team, 6:00-9:00 PM, room 1630
Thursday:
B Block - Periods 2, 4, Clubs, 6
Gay Straight Alliance, GSA, 3:30-4:30 PM, room 1630
Speech and Debate Team, 3:30–5:30 PM, room 3560
FRC Robotics Study Hall, 3:30-5:00 PM, room 1630
FRC Robotics Team, 6:00-9:00 PM, room 1610
Friday:
Six Period Day - 2:00 PM Dismissal, Staff Leadership Teams, 2:15 PM, in PLC
Ultimate Frisbee Winter Conditioning, 2:30 – 4:30 PM at TCC
Saturday:
FRC Robotics Team, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, room 1610
Science Olympiad Invitational – at RAHS, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
THE PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Alaska Airlines unveiled their brand refresh at two corporate celebrations last Monday and Tuesday.
The sharper wordmark, pops of green and blue, and updated Eskimo tail logo are striking. At the brand
refresh event, I learned of Alaska's new investment for RAHS. Alaska Airlines is sponsoring two
$5,000 scholarships for Raisbeck Aviation High School students! The students in the class of
2016 are eligible for the Alaska Airlines awards.
The Alaska Airlines scholarship deadline is Friday, March 18, 2016, and the winners will be
announced at the Gold Star Awards Breakfast on April 15th. Seniors, please follow this link from
the Highline Schools Foundation to download the scholarship criteria and application form:
http://www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org/scholarships/alaska-airlines-scholarship/. This award lands
outside of the RAHS scholarship packet. Seniors, you must apply for the scholarship through the
Highline Schools Foundation.
We are indebted to and blessed by Alaska’s A+ executive board, and superb customer-service model.
Seattle’s hometown airline and top-notch personnel have continuously inspired our student culture,
PTSA auction, and leadership thinking since our inception. Please join me in thanking Alaska Airlines for
their long-term partnership, and generous investments into our learning community.
Our learning community shared one perception about the first semester. Nearly every student
acknowledged the same refrain to me— time zoomed by. If the first semester seemed hurried, then the
second semester may feel like it is under constant acceleration.
Given the frenzied pace of school combined with other obligations, it is important to push the pause
button, and reflect on what is, and what is not working. Why? One answer is found in a March 2015
Harvard Business School paper, Learning by Thinking: Overcoming the Bias for Action through
Reflection. The authors argue, “That learning from direct experience can be more effective if coupled
with reflection—that is, the intentional attempt to synthesize, abstract, and articulate the key lessons
taught by experience.”
The data and experiences from the first semester contain a pile of valuable evidence for reflection. As a
starting point, chart your successes, and note any key areas for improvement. Use the information as a
springboard to make adjustments. By doing so, the previous semester’s experience is stretched, and it
automatically becomes more productive.
As I reflect on the first semester, I am thankful for everyone bringing their very best to school each day.
The vast majority of students remain committed to and focused on learning, and take advantage of
RAHS’ rich resources. Our individual and collective commitment to excellence makes RAHS an
extraordinary place of learning and inspiration. To the students, staff, parents, and community partners,
I say, well done!”
The Principal’s Round of Applause—acknowledging those who make RAHS a better place.
Abbey Gilbaugh, Aileen Nguyen, Aivy Nguyen, Alec Burke, Ashley Balbuena, Braeden
Swanson, Bryant Nguyen, Brynne Hunt, Caden Gobat, Catie Stukel, Colin Barrett,
Colin Dore, Dillon Rassilyer, Eleanor Pahl, Eli Mackley, Erin Davidson, Grace Derrer,
Hannah Kaiser, Harkarn Bains, Jade Jordan, Jessi Mau, Josh Buenbrazo, Janelle Vu, Josh
Sherbrook, Julia Toone, Khoa Tran, Kyla Marks Matt Vredevoogd, Monica Lopez-Bernal,
Monique Sternik, Najma Hashi, Patrick Hoang, Ravi Sangani, Saado Jama, Sophia Gut,
Tatyana Jenkins, Thomas Kirby, Uyen Tran, and William Schnaith—for organizing and leading
the Spirit Week assembly.
Ms. Fitzpatrick and Ms. Juarez—for leading our ASB and Spirit Squad.
Dr. Edgerton—for objectively measuring the volume of our spirit competition with the decibel meter.
Mr. Shiroma and the Speech and Debate team for hosting their first area-wide competition.
Ms. Carper, Ms. Fitzpatrick, Ms. Hiranaka, Ms. Jones-Gunn, Ms. Nurzhanov, Ms. Olsen,
Mr. Storer, and Ms. Soong-Yaplee—for serving as Tolo Chaperones.
Rebecca Vader—for serving as the Chair to the Highline Council PTSA Reflections Art Project.
I am honored to serve as your Principal—Bruce Kelly.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
NASA
Rebecca Burghy, President of the Washington State Chapter of Women in Aviation International, shared
the following announcement:
NASA Accepting Applications for New Astronauts
NASA has announced it will begin accepting applications for new astronauts beginning December 14,
2015. According to the agency, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a STEM field, 3+ years of
professional experience, be able to pass a NASA physical, and be willing to travel.
For more information visit http://astronauts.nasa.gov/content/application.htm
FROM THE CAREER CENTER
www.aviationhscareers.org
Watch this section of your weekly NOTAM correspondence for the latest in offerings from the
RAISBECK AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL CAREER CENTER. For more information or questions – stop
in the Career Center, email @ steven.davolt@highlineschools.org or call 206-631-7210.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ALASKA AIRLINES IMAGINE TOMORROW – will be held at Washington State University May 20-22
in Pullman. Register now at www.imagine@wsu.edu . Registration closes April 15, 2016.
2016 PSEC ENGINEERING FAIR --- As sponsored by The Puget Sound Engineering Council, the
2016 Engineering Fair will take place on Saturday, February 6th from 10AM-4PM at The Museum of
Flight. Visit www.pseconline.org for more information.
LEAF STEM CHALLENGE FLY-OFF -- The Lindbergh Electric Airplane Flight (LEAF) Stem
Challenge is designed for students to compete for the annual fly-off on April 9. Saturday, April 9th at
The Museum of Flight from 8AM to 3:30PM. Space is limited. Register your team today. $20 per team
---up to 4 students per team. For more information, visit www.LEAFChallenge.com or contact Elana
Slagle at www.LEAF@PNWAIAA.org.
INTERNSHIPS
AVIATION TRAINING CENTER – ATC is the only exclusive ground school, simulator and aviation
career preparation/training facility in the Seattle-Tacoma area. Interns will interact with customers both
in-person and over the phone. Office duties will include scheduling and registering pilots for simulator
time and ground school. Must be 15 years of age and self-motivated. Paid position, $10/hour. Good
organizational skills and ability to interact with customers is required. Apply with resume, letter of
interest and transcript to The Career Center or email materials to
steven.davolt@highlineschools.org. Applications must be received by Friday, February 12.
DF/NET RESEARCH SUMMER INTERNSHIP --- DF/Net is seeking qualified candidates with a
passion for the application of information technology and quality data to improve the human condition
both domestically and internationally. Students may assist with programming, automated testing, web
development, and managing/reviewing data. Experience with Python and other object-oriented
programming languages is requested. 3-4 paid internships will be offered: 30 hours per week for 8
weeks. Submit your letter of interest, transcript and resume to THE CAREER CENTER on or before
February 26. For more information on DF/Net Research, go to: www.dfnetresearch.com
GIRLS ROCK MATH INTERNSHIPS-- GRM is an all-girls, arts and games based math camp with
the mission of providing thought-provoking, creative experiences in mathematics. RAHS students are
invited to apply for the 2-week summer internship to guide and counsel girls in the first to sixth grades
from July through August. This is excellent training and will generate references and a letter of
recognition and will enhance resumes and college applications. For further information --- check on-line
at: http://www.girlsrockmathematics.com/#!counselors/c1ou5. Pick up the internship agreement form in
the CAREER CENTER then complete it and return to Mr. Davolt by Friday, February 5, 2016. More
information at: www.girlsrockmathematics.com.
CAMP INVENTION LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP--- the Camp Invention Leadership intern
position is ideal for in-coming juniors, sophomores and seniors who are looking to build leadership skills
and work with youth in a dynamic, invention-based setting. Interns serve as role models and mentors
for youth entering grades 7, 8, and 9 while working with program participants in the Camp Invention
program (students entering 1-6th grades). Submit a letter of interest, resume and transcript to Mr.
Davolt in the CAREER CENTER or online @ steven.davolt@highlineschools.org.
CAMP INVENTION BASKETBALL INTERNSHIP --- Summer, part-time, internships available to
RAHS students -- July 11th to 15th. Basketball games, drills and scrimmages at the Marvista Basketball
Camp. Leadership intern opportunity for Camp Counselors and for administrative roles. Build your
resume and counsel students K-6th grade. 9:30AM to 2:30PM. Submit a letter of interest, resume and
transcript to Mr. Davolt in the CAREER CENTER or online @ steven.davolt@highlineschools.org.
SPACE ENTREPRENEURS INTERNSHIP --- Interested in the business and the entrepreneurship
side of space? You’ll gain exposure to local business and professional executives while assisting in event
planning and social media marketing. Working with leading Pacific Northwest companies such as Space
Angels, Blue Origin and Planetary Resources ---you will play a key role in partnerships and the emerging
commercial space industry. Part-time position (approximately 10 hours per week). Submit your letter
of interest, resume and transcript to steven.davolt@highlineschools.org or drop off materials in the
CAREER CENTER by Friday, February 12. Please note references on submitted materials.
Science Olympiad
Please cheer on our Science Olympiad Team when they host the upcoming Invitational Competition on
February 6.
Science Olympiad students should check in Saturday morning by 8:00 AM in the PLC. Doors open at
7:30 AM.
Attention all Seniors!
Senior quotes are due February 19th. Please email monique.sternik@gmail.com. Thank you!
Ultimate Frisbee Spring Season kicks off in February
Any interested students, boys and girls, beginners or experienced players, are encouraged to attend
practices to give the sport a try!!
The club is a great way to have fun, be physically active, learn a new skill, and meet your PE
requirements. Go Turbulence!!
When: Practices start February 22nd, Monday 3:30-6:00 PM, Wednesday 3:30-6:00 PM,
Friday 2:00-4:30 PM through June.
Where: Monday-Wednesday-Friday at Tukwila Community Center Ball Field.
For further information please see the PTSA website for forms and contact information.
Winter conditioning will continue on Fridays from 2:00-4:30 through February 19th.
Highline Council PTSA Reflections Art Program Awards
Three RAHS Students who participated in the Highline Council PTSA Reflections Art Program will
receive awards for their entries.
Christian Belknap/Photography: Christian's artwork is a finalist and has been moved on to WSPTA
Reflections. At the Highline Council Awards he will receive a 2nd place medal.
Brendan Good/Photography: Brendan's artwork is a finalist and has been moved on to WSPTA
Reflections. At the Highline Council Awards he will receive a 1st place medal.
Abigail Quinsay/Literature: Abigail's artwork is a finalist and has been moved on to WSPTA
Reflections. At the Highline Council Awards she will receive a 1st place medal.
OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS THAT ARE STILL RELEVANT
Parents, students must not stay at school after 6 PM unless they are directly supervised and
participating in a school event/club or extracurricular activity. This is to ensure student safety and adult
supervision while on the school campus.
If you are unable to pick your child up before 6 PM on a regular school day, please arrange a carpool
(connect with the PTSA) or make other arrangements for transportation. For liability reasons, your
child must be supervised or find a way home by 6PM. Thank you!
ASB
Mr. Aviation
Come one, come all! Step into the paradise we call Mr. Aviation. If you want to be the next Mr.
Aviation, come sign up at Mrs. Fitz's room.
Youth and Government
Come join RAHS's only politics and government club! Youth and Government meets every other
Monday after school in Ms. Olsen's room (1630), 3:30 – 5:00 PM. Contact Karl Nielsen
(karlnielsen@comcast.net) if you have any questions. Next Meeting: Monday, February 8, 2016.
Current Events
Come join Current Events! If you are interested in science topics of the near past and present, come to
our new club. We talk about current events and their implications for the future. We meet Mondays
from 3:30 to 4:30 in room 2310. Also, there is a possibility of guest speakers in the future. Contact Troy
Leighton at leighton.troy@gmail.com for questions.
Phoenix Flyer
Do you have problems that you simply can't solve? Are you too embarrassed to ask your friends?
Submit your questions to the Phoenix Flyer's advice column, Ground Control, at
"tinyurl.com/RAHSGroundControl" or at "ahsphoenixflyer@gmail.com"
Special Education Teacher, Ms. Soong-Yaplee will be at RAHS Monday through Thursday, 12:30 PM
to 2:30 PM and Friday 12:30 Pm until 2:00 PM. Her telephone number is: 206-631-7260.
Our Success Dean, Mr. Nick Anderson provides services for students. He will be tutoring
freshmen on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 – 5:30 PM and sophomores, juniors and seniors on
Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 PM. The sessions will be held in Mr. Hoehne’s classroom, 3510.
Safety Issues
Lately, more parents are doing unsafe U-turns in front of the bus zone area. Please do not make Uturns here, but turn around at the west end of the building. Our student drivers with learner permits
need a positive example, and safe passage as they drive in front of the school. Thank you for your
assistance with our effort to keep everyone safe.
Students, for your safety, please adhere to cross walk signal on East Marginal Way South. If
the flashing amber crosswalk light is blinking, do not start into the crosswalk. The school busses
cannot take a free right turn while students are in the crosswalk. If a bus is not waiting to make a right
turn, you likely walked up behind a vehicle waiting and entered the driver’s blind spot. Thank you
parents and students for helping us with these two safety concerns.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
http://www.highlineschools.org/Page/2022
Seniors: Fill out your FAFSA by February 1! Remember, you can go back and make corrections once
2015 taxes are done.
All juniors will be taking the SAT here at RAHS on March 2. Stay tuned for more information!
Connected and Empowered Group: Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationships and/or
stress? This group will help. See Ms. Carper for more information.
Second semester schedules are available to view in Illuminate. Please check them. If you would like to
request changes, please fill out the forms in the College/Career Center. Teacher approval is required
for year-long class changes. Remember to change classes by February 12 to avoid impacting your
transcript.
Ms. Carper will proctor BYU Health tests on the last Wednesday of every month in the College/Career
Center. Please order your test from BYU two weeks in advance. If you are having trouble ordering
your test, make sure Raisbeck Aviation High School is the school on your account as your educational
institution. If you are still having trouble, call 1-800-914-8931.
Prevention and Intervention Team
Our Prevention and Intervention Team is here to help you with any problems you may be having at
school or outside of school. The team meets monthly to provide supports to students who are in
need. Students of concern are identified by other staff members or by other students. If you have a
concern about yourself or a friend, please let a member of the Prevention and Intervention Team know
or talk to your advisor. Staff members on the team include: Ms. Carper, Ms. Juarez. Mr. Kumakura, Ms.
Jones-Gunn, Mr. Storer, and Ms. Dyer.
Are you interested in helping prevent suicide while earning community service hours? See Ms.
Carper for more information.
Crisis Text Line: In crisis? Text "START" to 741-741 for free, confidential 24/7 support. For more
information, visit www.crisistextline.org
The Yale Young Global Scholars Program is accepting applications for summer 2016. For
more information and an application, visit: http://globalscholars.yale.edu/
Seniors: if you have been accepted to college, let Ms. Carper know so we can add it to the map!
PTSA UPDATES
To all of those who have supported our school with their time and/or money, click HERE to view a
personal Thank You video from the students and staff of RAHS.
The new RAHS PTSA site has launched!
Check it out!
http://rahsptsa.org/
The old site will remain up through summer 2016. Visitors to the old site will be automatically
redirected to the new site starting in the spring.
Any ideas, suggestions or photos for the new site may be sent to communications@rahsptsa.org.
Paying Student Fees and Meals Online –Go to our RAHS website. Under the Announcements Tab,
Click on Pay Online Now! To make an online payment for school fees, click on the Touchbase
electronic payment system.
https://touchbase.highlineschools.org/touchbase/
To pay for school meals, log-in to the MealTime electronic payment system.
https://www.mymealtime.com/signin.aspx
To pay for student meals in person, please bring your check/cash or send it with your child. It should be
given to Carla Nakashima, RAHS Kitchen Lead, between 8:30 AM and 8:50 AM. You will find Ms.
Nakashima in the kitchen area. Ms. Nakashima will need your child’s student ID number.
RAHS Attendance line: 206-631-7212 - Please report any absence or late arrival daily. Include
reason, parent name and phone number. District policy changed this year and with proper information
absences can be excused by your detailed call. Robo calls will occur for unspecified and unexcused
absences.
Quote of the Week—
“Never be limited by other people's limited imaginations.”
Dr. Mae Jemison, first African American female astronaut