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Category Archives: General Announcements
News from the Nurse – March is National Nutrition Month
Power Up with Breakfast
A healthy breakfast gives people energy to start the day and it’s the most important meal of the day for everyone. These quick breakfast ideas can give one the needed morning nutrition for better brain function. Power_Up_with_Breakfast.pdf
WHEN SICKNESS STRIKES: KNOW WHEN TO KEEP A CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL
A parent’s decision to keep a child home from school when he or she is sick can sometimes be a difficult one. No parent wants to interrupt their child’s learning, and for some, keeping a child home means missing work or losing pay. However, if he or she has a serious illness such as influenza, it’s important for the child to stay home from school. Cold_or_Flu.pdf
UAA Summer Reading Programs
For an enjoyable activity with lifelong benefits, we recommend one of our eight different reading skills programs designed and taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. Join us for programs in Anchorage and Eagle River.
Ron Brown Scholar Program’s new high school initiative
The Guided Pathway Support Program (GPS) helps African-American juniors and seniors navigate the path to top colleges by directing students to the most comprehensive and reliable resources available. This free program, teaches students how to prepare for, apply to, pay for, persist in and graduate from college.
The application will open on March 1, 2017. The deadline to apply is May 31, 2017.
West Ski Team -> Uniform & Gear Return by March 21st
All uniforms and gear at to be returned on Tuesday, March 21st. Steller students have two options:
1) Bring them to the Steller lobby at 12:15 on Tuesday the 21st
2) Come to the West ski room immediately after school on Tuesday the 21st
All uniforms are to be washed before return. If you wish to keep your gear for an event after the 21st such as SKAN, you will need to give Coach Anson a written letter stating why you are holding onto it and when it will be returned. Fines slips will be going out after the 21st for all items not returned.
Scholarships
See HERE.
Steller Students Did Well in the District Solo/Ensemble Festival
Three students from Steller entered the District Solo/Ensemble Festival at U.A.A last Saturday. They are Bella L. on flute, Sebastien L. on trumpet, and Julia J. on flute. They all played solo pieces in front of a judge. Bella and Sebastien’s solo performances were rated superior; Julia received excellent rating. “Steller has students who are musically inclined”, said Mr. Toba, the band director. “I am proud of the students for their effort and commitment to excel in music performance.” Bella and Sebastien will advance to the state solo/ensemble competition in May.
Senior prom court
High School Prom will be held on Saturday, April 8th. Any seniors who would like to be considered for prom court please contact Siena or Ashley by email or in person by March 24th. Vanhemert_ashley@asdk12.org
North Star Fair – March 25th
Summer girls science day camp
Applications for the BRIGHT Girls Summer Academy are Open
BRIGHT Girls offers two-week, free, day-only academies in Fairbanks (July 10-21) and Juneau (July 24-August 4) for high school girls. Participants explore the biology and habitat of salmon (in Fairbanks) or harbor seals (in Juneau). Expect to go boating, take pictures, use science tools and technology, take measurements in the field and the lab, and explore the outdoors with new friends. Visit brightgirlsak.org to learn more and submit an application by April 1. For more information, contact Laura Oxtoby at leoxtoby@alaska.edu, 907-474-5396.
Who can attend?
Girls entering 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grades in the fall of 2017.
What are the dates?
The 2017 Fairbanks, AK summer academy takes place from July 10- July 21, 2017 (with weekend off). The 2017 Juneau academy takes place from July 24- August 4, 2017 (with weekend off).
What is the cost?
There is no cost to attend the academy, thanks to the generous support of the National Science Foundation. We will provide snacks, but girls are expected to bring a sack lunch daily (with the exception of the overnight trip).
Is lodging available?
No. This is a day program only. Activities generally take place between 9AM-4:30PM (schedule varies on select days), with one overnight trip included.