Attachments:          Bookfair Events (3).doc; Bookfair Vouchers (3).doc; Summer 2008 Brochure.pdf

Spring Family Weekend/International Festival  is THIS WEEKEND!

 

If you are bringing a food item, please bring it to the kitchen labeled “For the International Festival” with the country name and the name of the dish. 

(Remember to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold!)

 

Friday, February 29th

 

2:30 – Academic Awards Assembly (Gym)

 

6:30 – 8:30 pm  Bookfair Events at Barnes and Noble (approximately ½ mile west of FAA on Hwy 192.

 

 

Saturday, March 1st (ALL CADETS CHECK IN BY 8:00AM)

 

 8:00 – 8:30      Hospitality Table

 

 8:30 – 10:00    Classroom Visitation--Meet and talk with your child's teachers.  Tac officers will also be available.

 

10:15 – 11:00   Military Parade

 

11:00 – 1:00     International Festival--Food, Fun, Entertainment by FAA Cadets!   

 

1:00                Check out through Operations

 

 

Our Barnes & Noble Bookfair will run from February 29th thru March 7th.

 

 

Friday evening, February 29th (the night before the International Festival) we will have several in-store events. A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchase will benefit FAA.   Choose from books, toys, games, gifts items, home and office products, CDs, DVDs and Café’ purchases.  (See attached schedule and vouchers)

We hope you can join us.  Proceeds will be used to purchase educational books, toys, etc. for the new preschool, and Ms. Power's new middle school Space Exploration class.

 

Students can receive a homework pass by taking their receipts to the library.

 

Barnes & Noble Bookfair Schedule of Events

 

6:30 p.m.     Story time for Pre-School students by Miss Brenda, Pre-School director.

 

7:00 p.m.     Sports stories and trivia by Mr. Jason Zingariello, teacher.

 

7:30 p.m.     Presentation by Ms. Rachel Power about her experiences in NEAT (Network of Educator Astronaut Teachers), and her new middle school Space Exploration Class.

 

8:00 p.m.     Join us for live performances by our talented cadets.

 

Be sure to view the window display featuring cadets’ artwork created in Mr. Sean Alton’s art classes.   

 

 

 

ACADEMICS:  No classes Monday, March 3rd……Boarding Students Check-In by 6:00 pm

 

Ireland and UK Trip - June 3-16, 2008

There is still time and room to join this summer’s educational excursion. The cost is $3,515 for students and $3,880 for adults. Daily breakfast and dinner are included, as well as transportation, lodging, and entrance fees! See Mr. Derr's Homework Hero page for more information or contact him at gderr@flair.com. Time is going fast! We are still looking for 4-5 more enrollees!  Parents as well as students are welcome!

 

<< File: Summer 2008.pdf >>

To view your child's grades:

For online Passwords please email bkilfoy@flair.com to request user id and password.

 

Access the Florida Air Academy website at www.flair.com and click onto the YELLOW TAB in the upper right-hand corner indicated “PARENTS/ALUMNI”.  This will take you to a page with a MENU on the LEFT-HAND side of the screen.  Click on the choice “ON LINE ACADEMIC REPORT”.  This will take you to the page with the NETCLASSROOM link.  Click on the link and enter your user name and password to access your student’s grades.    

 

If you are in need of further assistance, please call Debra Jones at 321-723-3211 ext. 30027

 

 

ADMISSIONS:  OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 9th at 1:00 pm, You’ve seen the benefits that FAA offers---invite your friends to the Open House!

 

It is time to begin enrollment for '08-'09! Contact Admissions 321-723-3211 ext 30040 or request@flair.com or admissionwebsite@flair.com. Spread the word about the excellent teachers, small classes and leadership/character development that cadets at FAA receive!

 

The New Florida Air Academy Preschool still has room for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. If you know of anyone who is looking for a caring community for their child to learn have them call the Admissions Office at 723-3211, ext. 30012. Snacks and hot meals provided!

 

RAP (Refer a Pal):

If you refer a student to us and your potential cadet enrolls in the Academy, after one semester is completed, you are eligible to earn a gift card from Best Buy. Visit our website at www.flair.com and click on 'Refer a cadet' on the home page. The web site is simple and easy to navigate. Make a difference in a young person’s life!

 

F.A.A. INTRODUCES ON-LINE RE-ENROLLMENT!

It's nearly time to begin the process of re-enrollment for Fall 2008. However, this Spring there will be a significant improvement to the way parents complete the re-enrollment process. Lengthy amounts of paperwork and tedious notarizing will become a thing of the past. Parents will fill out a one page permission form, and then receive an on-line access code. Once they receive the access code parents will be able to complete the enrollment agreement and transition kit at their own computer in the comfort of their own home.

 

For parents of underclassmen, this data will be saved and when parents go to re-enroll the following year, their electronic forms will be available with pre-populated data. This is just another example of FAA's commitment to providing better customer service and cutting edge technology.

 

We are now accepting applications for our Summer Session 2008! Our summer session is a six-week non-military program that allows students to earn academic credit while developing better study skills. Have your child take a class to get ahead, which will mean more opportunities for advanced courses later!  Honors classes are available.  Students will also be able to participate in fun activities such as Equestrian, Scuba, Flight, Sea Camp, Surfing/Skateboarding and much more! FAA also offers weekly trips to Disney, Wet and Wild, Blizzard Beach, Busch Gardens and other Central Florida theme parks. For more information on how to apply, contact the Admissions Department at 321-723-3211 ext 1

 

Make this summer a fun AND productive time for your child! 

 

ALUMNI:

 

Padilla hoping he'll have a shot…..

http://www.floridatoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2008802230370

 

 

CADET CORNER:

 

The LEGO focus group, sponsored by Ms Miller of the Guidance Department, is still seeking donations of LEGOs. They are attempting to build a 6 FOOT pyramid and have a special need for the LEGO 2X6 bricks. ALL LEGOs greatly appreciated! Thanks to all those parents who have already cleaned closets and sent unused LEGOs our way!

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO………………..

Varsity Basketball Team and Coach Aubin Goporo on beating Holy Trinity for the District Championship and then reaching the Regional Finals this year!  A spectacular finish for a team that had only one returning starter from last year!

Alex Grossman who has been accepted to Central Methodist University in Missouri earning the 4 year Dean's Academic Scholarship valued at nearly $30,000.00.

 

Julianna Harvin for her acceptance to Florida State University, University of North Florida, University of Hawaii and Nova Southeastern University

 

Congratulations to the following FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) members who took home an award for this years district 16 competition!  Six of these members will have the opportunity to compete at the State competition on April 27-30, 2008 in Orlando. 

 

Business Communication

2nd Chelsea Lewis

4th Rynicia Santiago

5th Charlene Gracia

 

Business Ethics

3rd Montgomery Bell & Jarvis Kornegay

 

Business Law

2nd Ryan Williams

 

Business Presentation

2nd Amar Shivdasani, Adam Gordon & Ryan Grady

 

Job Interview

4th Luis Rivera

 

Marketing

1st Witchel Reme

2nd Elliot Mathis

 

Public Speaking II

1st Hunter Gaylor

 

 

FAA PA: (FAA Parent Association)

 

Last chance to purchase the very professionally done DVD of the Talent Show in November!

 

These will be available in the Hall of Flags Saturday morning.  Wait until you see it! 

 

Contact Michele Puchala mpuchala@cfl.rr.com  to purchase.

 

GUIDANCE:

1. Give your child some extra help for the SAT College Boards!  The SAT Prep course will begin the week of March 10th in preparation for the May 3rd SAT.  If you're interested for your son or daughter, please contact Mrs. McMillen in our Accounting Office at:  mmcmillen@flair.com  or (321) 723-3211, ext. 30015.  There is an additional fee for this course.  Make sure your child is prepared for this extremely important test! 

 

2. Our tutoring program is still accepting students needing extra academic help.  Any parent interested in obtaining tutoring for their son or daughter should contact Mrs. Lisa Gray at lgray@flair.com or your son's/daughter's guidance counselor listed below. There is an additional fee for this tutoring service.

 

3.  "Class of 2008" Information:

 

Seniors are continually being encouraged to visit their college counselor to follow up on applications to those colleges from which they've received no communication recently.  We ask parents to assist us in this endeavor by reminding their son or daughter to visit their college counselor in Phelps Hall as often as necessary.

 

  A. Seniors should be fully aware of college application and deposit deadlines as late submission of either could preclude acceptance of an otherwise qualified candidate.

 

  B. Seniors and their parents should be completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on-line at (www.fafsa.ed.gov). 

 

  C. Seniors are also reminded to register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at www.NCAAClearinghouse.net and Florida Bright Futures Scholarships @ www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org.

 

4.  Seniors and their parents should pay close attention to the deadlines for college deposits which are the fees necessary to hold a space for your son or daughter in the college /university of their choice once he or she has been accepted.   Information about the amount of these deposits and their deadlines is found on the student's "letter of acceptance".

 

5.  Parents of international students are advised that nearly all U.S. colleges and universities require both an "Affidavit of Support" and a notarized bank letter as a major part of their admission process. Many of these forms are available on the colleges'/universities' websites under "International Admissions".  Contact your son's or daughter's counselor if you need assistance with this critical college-related item.

 

Reminder: Acceptance to a college or university is a Florida Air Academy graduation requirement.

 

6. Academy Summer Seminars – Juniors interested in attending a military academy after graduation are strongly encouraged to attend an Academy Summer Seminar.  The application process has already begun and deadlines are fast approaching.  Don’t miss out on this great opportunity.

 

For more information contact your son’s/daughter’s guidance counselor or visit one of the websites listed below. 

 

US Air Force Academy - http://www.academyadmissions.com/admissions/summerseminar/index.php

 

US Naval Academy - http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/nass.htm

 

US Military Academy at West Point - http://www.admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/summer.cfm

 

 

Guidance Calendar:

March 1:  Spring Family Weekend/International Festival

March 10:  SAT Prep Course begins

March 20:  3rd Quarter ends

May 3:  SAT for all Juniors

May 16: GRADUATION

 

 

SPECIAL PEOPLE:

 

Congratulations to Ms. Mary Cates, celebrating 15 yrs of service in the Food Service Program at FAA!

Go to our website for article and photos!

 

http://www.flair.com/pages/supports/dining.htm

 

SPECIAL PROGRAMS:

Remember parents: flight and SCUBA are open entry programs: you may sign up your cadet any time during the year for these activities.

 

The following cadets are currently enrolled and are expected to attend the SCUBA training on the weekend of March 8th and 9th:

 

Taylor Haines, Nick Gavin, Preston Frieze, Steven Rios, Jessica Maddox and Taylor Drew. 

 

 

TECHNOLOGY:

 

In reference to incoming calls:

 

Please note that all incoming phone calls for cadets go directly to voice mail.  To leave a message for your child, you would call the school at (321) 723-3211 and enter their extension number.  The extension number for your child will be the last four numbers of their student number preceded by the number 2 (2xxxx). Example student number to be 10375, therefore their telephone extension number will be 20375.  Your child will then return your call during the times authorized by the Commandant's Department.

 

In reference to you son's email services:

 

Effective this school year, FAA no longer provides students with individual email accounts; this was primarily due to non-use by the students.  Your child may continue to use their personal private email address.  Should they not have one, they can subscribe to many of the free email providers such as gmail.com, hotmail.com and yahoo.com.

 

Please feel free to contact us again if we can help in any way at technology@flair.com .

 

WEB SITE:

 

Here is a link to the Daily Bulletin:

 

http://www.flair.com/pages/faaToday/bulletin/bulletin.htm

 

 

To find current sports schedules and rosters, refer to the site maintained by Jim O'Malley, our Athletic Director:

 

http://www.highschoolsports.net

 

 

WEEKEND ACTIVITIES:

 

Friday-   Bowling

 

              Barnes & Noble Bookfair

 

 

Saturday- International Festival

 

                  Merritt Island Mall

 

                  Movies

 

Sunday-   Beach

 

Monday- Golden Coral