This weekly news update is published for the Steller community by volunteer effort, sanctioned by the parent forum.
Send submissions to kjfarley@mtaonline.net.
Deadline each Tuesday.
Occasional copies of the Steller News Flash can be found on the bulletin board across from the office.
This weekly news update is published for the Steller community by volunteer effort, sanctioned by the parent forum.
Send submissions to kjfarley@mtaonline.net.
Deadline each Tuesday.
Occasional copies of the Steller News Flash can be found on the bulletin board across from the office.
March 28th is the big day/evening! The theme of the evening is Hawaiian paradise. The Steller gym will be transformed (with your help) into a beautiful oasis of warmth. Bring by your surfboards, lei’s, Hawaii themed posters and billboards, sarongs, themed shirts, even music and such like, We need them all - (temporarily of course). Contact Nina or leave a message with Julie or Danyiele (742-4950) in the office.
Mahalo (Thank you). Help is needed for set-up and break-down.
Please also be part of the effort by bringing a plate of your favorite appetizer/finger food to Steller on Friday, March 28th. There’s nothing quite like good food to encourage socializing and competitive bidding! Drop off your appetizer to share throughout the day at a convenient time for you.
The most important effort on your part is to come and enjoy all the festivities, make bids on the many, many glorious items. There are airline gift certificates, an Alaskan getaway package, $500 gift certificate to Allure Day Spa, a brand new Thule, and lots of wonderful artwork.
Auction preview is at 5:30 pm. Hawaiian Dancers perform at 6PM.
“Framing Muslim Women:
Islam, Gender and Human Rights in the Global Media”
Friday, March 28th, 2008 - Hilton Hotel
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. - Program begins at 12:00 p.m.
Dr. Ingrid Mattson
Professor of Islamic Studies and Director of Islamic Chaplaincy,
MacDonald Center for Islamic Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations
If you are interested in attending the luncheon as a guest of the World Affairs Council, pls contact Nina asap and she will put your name forward. Seats are limited for students so please read below to see if you are interested in the topic.
World Affairs Coucil: A Teacher Workshop on Persia
The WACA is pleased to announce a teacher workshop on Persia for July 8 - 11, 2008 in Washington, DC. This exclusive workshop will offer 20 teachers the opportunity to meet with State Department officials, academics, and other Persian experts in an intimate setting to gain a comprehensive understanding of Persia’s politics and culture.
This workshop opportunity is open to any high school teacher, department head, or administrator.
Applications are due to Melissa Lawrence by e-mails at melissa@worldaffairscouncils.org or fax at 202-833-4555 by the end of the day on April 10, 2008. WACA anticipates letting applicants know their status after April 15.
There are three parts to the applications:
1) A one page letter of intent from the applicant explaining why this workshop will benefit them and what they intend to do with the information they learned working with other educators
2) A current resume
3) A letter of recommendation from the applicant’s local WAC that describes how the council and educator can work together to plan follow - up activities.
Questions or comments? Please contact Melissa Lawrence at melissa@worldaffairscouncils.org or 202-833-4557.
The American Academy of Diplomacy (AAD) is sponsoring an essay contest for students with a first prize of $8,000 and an all expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. to discuss their essay with a senior State Department official. The contest is open to any American citizen who is an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled during the Spring Semester of 2008 as a degree student in international studies or political science with an emphasis on international studies.
The AAD is looking for students to critically and creatively about evaluating foreign policy challenges. The essay is framed as an Action Memorandum to the US Secretary of State on one of six foreign policy challenges. Students are asked to write an essay of no more than 1500 words evaluating and making a recommendation on policy. The deadline for submission is June 9, 2008. For complete details, please visit the American Academy of Diplomacy website or contact AAD by e-mailing academy@academyofdiplomacy.org <mailto:academy@academyofdiplomacy.org> .
Alaska World Affairs Council | 406 G Street, Suite 207 Anchorage, AK 99501 | Tel. 907-276-8038 | Fax: 907-276-8818 | www.alaskaworldaffairs.org <http://www.alaskaworldaffairs.org> <http://www.alaskaworldaffairs.org>
This weekly news update is published for the Steller community by volunteer effort, sanctioned by the parent forum.
Send submissions to kjfarley@mtaonline.net.
Deadline each Tuesday.
Occasional copies of the Steller News Flash can be found on the bulletin board across from the office.
ACAT needs compost tea maker …
Alaska Community Action on Toxics is looking for someone who wants to make and sell compost tea for us. The job is Thursday through Saturday, May 8 thru July 19. The tea making is three to four hours of work. The selling is a full day on Saturdays at the Farmer’s Market. We will also have starts to sell and alternatives to pesticide information to hand out. We would prefer someone with an organic gardening background, but an eager learner would work as well.
Contact Lydia Darby at ACAT on 907-222-7714 or lydia@akaction.net
This weekly news update is published for the Steller community by volunteer effort, sanctioned by the parent forum.
Send submissions to kjfarley@mtaonline.net.
Deadline each Tuesday.
Occasional copies of the Steller News Flash can be found on the bulletin board across from the office.
π Pi Day is here again.
WE NEED PIES.
Please donate a pie for March 18th to help us celebrate Pi Day. Email Natalie at Holland_natalie@asdk12.org
if you are able to bring in a pie. π
This weekly news update is published for the Steller community by volunteer effort, sanctioned by the parent forum.
Send submissions to kjfarley@mtaonline.net.
Deadline each Tuesday.
Occasional copies of the Steller News Flash can be found on the bulletin board across from the office.
A fun and unique Volunteer Opportunity for students, teachers, parents, and friends.
When: Saturday, March 1st at 8:30 ’til the last musher goes down 4th Ave.
Where: Meet Susan at 4th and C. She’ll be wearing a yellow and black
jacket.
Bring: Shovel, warm clothes, snacks, and boots
You’ll get: Front row view, hat, pin, and an arm band
For more info, or to sign up: Call Susan at 276-6574 or email
’snimon@pobox.alaska.net’. Please include name, address, and phone in your
message.
Here is the February scholarship/awards bulletin with application deadlines. Many of the applications can be accessed and submitted online. This is compiled by the Career Resource at East High.
Career Resource Bulletin
What is the Green Star Award?
A coveted environmental status that is earned through various energy efficiency measures. It goes beyond recycling paper, cans and plastic. James C, a student, is trying to organize a group of students, staff and parents to work on energy efficiency at Steller. He’s hoping to earn a Green Star for Steller. Follow the link below to read how Steller can save energy and money. Contact the office and leave a message for James. For more information on some suggested actions, click below.
This is the last week of the Food Drive. Please send in canned food today.
Feb 4-Feb 29. Recipient: Food Bank of Alaska
February is a slow month for the Food Bank, as the holiday piles are dwindling. Students are encouraged to bring cans to their Advising Groups for collection.
