Author Archives: Steller Parent Group

Drivers Needed

Attention parents of students in the Peace Garden/Landscape Architecture intensive:
Drivers needed for 2 field trips:
On Thursday, May 7th we are going to APU’s Spring Creek Farm in Palmer. We will leave Steller at 8:30 am and leave the farm at 1:00 p.m.
On Monday, May 11th we are going to the Alaska Botanical Garden, leaving Steller at 9:30 and leaving the garden at 1:30.
If you are available to drive for one or both trips, please email Danielle (Sjoden_Danielle@asdk12.org). Please include how many seat belts you have.
Thanks!!!

Library Closing

All books should be returned to the library by the end of school. During intensives I am not at Steller. There is a box in the office near the mailboxes labeled library books. There is a $25 fine for lost books. You may replace a fiction book with the same title, or another similar one ( I will tell you if it’s not suitable). Used books are fine if they’re in good shape. This is usually cheaper than the fine.

Next year we can look forward to EBOOKS…all available, all the time, from the comfort of your own computer. Never overdue! Check the link on the library wiki accessible from the Steller webpage.

Thank you all for a good year, you have done very well with library use. Karen

More ASD Information About Swine Flu

ASD has a website set up with the latest information regarding Swine Flu.  There is also a brief video at the bottom of the page regarding safety precautions as it relates to picking up germs and passing them.  Hand washing is the best way to prevent becoming infected.  The video is produced by the CDC-TV and is a public service announcements from the CDC.  Please take a look!

http://www.asdk12.org/EPrep/flu.asp

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Dear ASD students, families and staff:

The Anchorage School District is aware of the nationwide public health concern regarding swine influenza, or swine flu, cases reporter in the United States. There have not been any cases of swine flu reported in the state of Alaska. ASD staff is working closely with local, state and national health agencies to investigate any illnesses or infections. Families should remain calm, be aware and prepared. The district has plans in place to deal with any potential outbreaks and staff is prepared and has recently completed emergency preparedness training, including a pandemic flu exercise.

Symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of regular influenza and can include fever, cough, sore throat, chills, headache fatigue and body aches. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea may be present as well. The illness may last up to seven days, but people are considered to be contagious as long as symptoms persist. If you or your child is showing mild flu-like symptoms, monitor them and speak with your physician or school nurse.

The district wants to remind parents and staff members of the importance of prevention and how to stay safe.

  • What You Can Do To Prevent the Spread of Swine Flu
  • Sneeze or cough into a tissue, elbow or sleeve.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
  • Avoid physical contact with anyone who displays flu-like symptoms

Please remember that students should always stay home when they have any of the following symptoms: fever above 100 degrees, heavy nasal congestion, frequent cough, vomiting, diarrhea, blistery rash, or if your child has been diagnosed with a contagious illness.

If you have any questions about swine flu, please call the Anchorage Department of Health and Human Services at 343-6718 or www.muni.org/oem/flu.cfm or visit the Centers for Disease Control Web site, www.cdc.gov, click on “I” for infectious disease and then “swine flu” in the right column.

Sincerely,
Carol Comeau,
Superintendent

Nancy Edtl
Director, Nursing and Health Services

Host an Exchange Student

Yes, it’s that time again. I am looking for a few good host families. If you or anyone you know is interesting in hosting an international student for the 2009-10 school year please contact me at 248-2166 or leokland@yahoo.com.

Linda

Brief profiles of currently available students are below.

FSA051      Anastasiya Kuznetsova   RUSSIA      F
http://pax.org/asp/pax.asp?st_id=14316&p=3711

YES110           Nejra Rizvanovic         BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA     F
http://pax.org/asp/pax.asp?st_id=14463&p=6854

FSA056      Anna Olzyatieva   RUSSIA      F
http://pax.org/asp/pax.asp?st_id=14331&p=9651

YES074           Romal Safi       AFGHANISTAN        M
http://pax.org/asp/pax.asp?st_id=14224&p=9077

YES035           Ujang Purnama            INDONESIA  M
http://pax.org/asp/pax.asp?st_id=14083&p=2821

Alaska Youth Health Advisory Committee

Alaska Youth Health Advisory Committee is currently recruiting youth participants from throughout the state.   Applications are due May 29th and the first meeting is in the fall.  Click here for more information or contact Sophie: Alaska Youth Health Advisory Committee 4701 Business Park Blvd, Suite 20, Building J Anchorage, AK 99504 Phone: 907-269-3466        E-mail: sophie.wenzel@alaska.gov

Steller Music Performance Reminder

“STELLAR” MUSIC—will be performed this coming Friday, April 24 at 7:00 PM. in the Steller MPR.  Troy has been working with students enrolled in the Music Module on Wednesdays, and seniors-in-passage, to arrange a benefit concert for Steller Art & Science supplies.  Groups appearing include:  One Blue Wall, Angelys, CTP, Water Lily & Moonshine, and the Steller Choir, as well as members of the Spoken Word Module.  Tickets will be $5 for students and $10 for general admission; available in advance or at the door.  (It is a fundraiser after all.)  Please attend on Friday to support these student performers, and benefit Steller Arts & Sciences at the same time.