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From the Nighthawk Parent Organization
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February 13, 2013
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Now Taking Spring
Brick Orders
Become a part of Ironwood Ridge history by joining with the Nighthawk Parent Organization to provide a brick pathway to commemorate the students, teachers, staff and their achievements at IRHS. Bricks are laser engraved for a lifetime of beauty and enjoyment!
Use this ORDER FORM
Brick Options:
- 4"x8" Brick, 1-3 lines, 20 characters/line $65 (tax deductible)
- 8"x8" Brick, 1-6 lines, 20 characters/line $90 (tax deductible)
- mini bricks (not installed; given to you): 1.5"x3" or 3"x3", 1-6 lines $12
Who/what may be honored on a brick: Students, alumni, clubs, teams, advisers, coaches, faculty and staff (current and retired), achievements
What may be inscribed on a brick: An honoree's name, class year, school affiliations, honors and achievements; Messages related to school events, accomplishments, honors, activities, and achievements; Phrases of congratulations and encouragement directly related to Ironwood Ridge High School involvement and experiences
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SAVE THE DATE
On Monday, March 25, 2013, Mr. Chris Ordway of the HEFAR group will present College Bound Student Information Night at 7:00 p.m. in the IRHS library lecture hall.
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Cap/Gown/Tassel Orders Due
 If you haven't already, ASAP place your graduating seniors' cap/gown/tassel order ($50.13 ... $35 + $11 handling + tax). IRHS uses only one vendor, Rembrandt (a school representative stated this keeps colors consistent). The original deadline was 2/1 but a Rembrandt representative stated on 2/12 that have extended the deadline slightly; as such, orders placed in the very near future will still be delivered on time. Seniors may also borrow a cap/gown from a past IRHS graduate, however a new tassel must still be purchased. Orders can be placed online.
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IRHS Athletes - Soooo Much Fantastic News
As the local press (see links) has covered, IRHS athletes have proven themselves among the best. Here are some of 2012-13 NIGHTHAWK ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS (so far, the year's not over yet...):
Tyler Williams, football, U.S. Air Force Academy; Marissa Baca, girls tennis, University of Northern Colorado; Kurt Bailey, baseball, Pima College; Travis Chavez, baseball, Pima Community College; Alexis Clinton, softball, Eastern Arizona; Devon Harrison, baseball, Pima College; Madison Kinzer, girls soccer, University of Oklahoma; John Robert Klass, football, Colorado Mesa University; Jake Matthews, baseball, Pima; Trey Stine, baseball, Pima; Cris Thorson, football, Colorado Mesa University; Robert Coleman, Football, Mesa Community College.
In addition, the following students signed letters of intent at institutions that do no offer athletic scholarships: Casey Fisher, softball, Brown University; Alexandria Nickles, swimming, Denison University.
Go Nighthawks!
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AIMS Testing, Feb 25/26
AIMS testing is the Monday and Tuesday (Feb. 25 and 26) we return from Rodeo Break. This is different from previous years. The dates are set by the State Department of Education. IRHS has AIMS specific tutoring for Reading and Writing, see this IRHS webpage for a schedule. While the Math AIMS is in April, we do have AIMS specific tutoring for students needing to pass Math AIMS. Interested parents can contact A.J. Malis (696-4007) for more information.
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Correction: Regional Choir Festival @ Palo Verde HS, Sat 3pm
Location correction! Last week's newsletter congratulated the many IRHS students who were selected to participate in the Regional Choir Festival, which will have a concert at 3pm this Saturday, February 16th. In that article we incorrectly noted the location. The correct location is Palo Verde High School.
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Pause for Paws, Benefit Drive from 2/11 to 2/20
 IRHS's Connect4 is starting up an annual drive to benefit abandoned and abused animals at local shelters and rescues. The drive will run from 2/11 to 2/20. This flyer has more information on the pet supplies/food they are looking at collecting. Goods will be collected through Math classes but we have also set up a box in the front office. Please contact Ms. Theodore if you have any questions. Sereva Ball (520-349-3139) extended this incentive: If you have been thinking about trying an It Works! Ultimate Body Applicator - now is the time! Try one for $25 between February 11th and February 20th and I will donate 100% of the profits ($9) to the Pause for Paws cause! What a great opportunity to start a change for you AND make a difference for our four-legged (and occasionally, three-legged) furry friends!
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Principal's Corner: IRHS Highlights from Last Week
 from the desk of Principal Szolowicz
Some notable community happenings last week include: - IRHS won their third state wrestling championship. In addition to the team competition, 11 IRHS wrestlers competed for individual titles.
- National Signing day saw 12 IRHS student athletes receive athletics scholarships to various colleges and universities. Additionally, two student athletes committed to colleges that don't provide athletic scholarships such as Brown University. See the IRHS twitter feed for more details.
- Both the Superintendent's Teacher Advisory Council and Community Council met. This is an opportunity to share with district representatives the great things that are happening in our school community.
- Drama presented the Shakespearean tragedy Othello last Thursday and Friday in the Black box theater.
- Girl's Soccer finished their season in the second round of the state tournament.
- IRHS student Braden Whitaker won a bronze medal as a national runner-up in the Prudential Spirit of Community awards. He was also awarded a President's Volunteer Service Award for which he received a letter from President Obama.
- Note that next week is Rodeo Break.
- Also note that immediately upon our return from Rodeo Break, Monday and Tuesday February 25 and 26, we have AIMS Writing and Reading. We will be following the AIMS schedule those days.
Finally, in our professional learning section: - The latest edition of Educational Leadership is here. This month's theme is "creativity" and includes articles on the fundamentals of creativity, assessing creativity and creativity "on the brink."
- Also, the Library of Congress has some Common Core related materials.
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College Tip: Top 10 Education Movies of All Time
by IRHS Counselor Dave Goldberg
In honor of the Oscars, I present to you the Top 10 Education Movies of All Time:
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
The Miracle Worker
The Corn is Green
Blackboard Jungle
Stand and Deliver
To Sir with Love
The Paper Chase
Dead Poets Society
Good Will Hunting
Dangerous Minds
Lean on Me
Mr. Holland's Opus
(Twelve, but who's counting?)
And how, pray tell, does this apply to college tips? Well, education movies are inspirational. Teaching is a vaunted profession. The learning process is inspirational, and people rise up against ignorance and intolerance when they respect and admire their teachers' dedication to the cause.
These depictions of teachers aren't just earning and going home in factory-like submission to The Man. No, they are sticking around after hours to watch sports, musicals and plays. They are actively engaged in teaching their students how to approach and solve problems. These teachers want their students to exceed their knowledge and problem-solving skills. They listen to and call B.S. when they hear and see it. There is much wisdom in their iron.
I draw your attention to three movies noted above that moved me. Goodbye, Mr. Chips, The Miracle Worker and To Sir with Love.
Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939) is great because of the Oscar-winning performance of Robert Donat. It was nominated for seven awards in 1939, admittedly the greatest year ever for movies. Yes, you will cry. I love this movie.
The Miracle Worker (1962) is great because of Patty Duke and Anne Bancroft, the latter winning an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. The movie was nominated for five Academy Awards. You want to see dedication to the cause? Latch onto the drive of Anne Sullivan as she teaches the willful and spoiled Helen Keller.
This movie deserves a spot in every teacher's cabinet because of the nod to special needs/ special education. When those around us say it can't be done, special needs teachers remind us that all is possible. SPED and SPN teachers are the unsung heroes of countless students nationwide, and Anne Sullivan is the Florence Nightingale of our industry. Hail to The Miracle Worker.
Finally, To Sir with Love (1967). Sidney Poitier is a tour de force. That is the best looking, coolest customer on the block. Repetition and discipline are the heart of pedagogical success. If you don't think teachers have faith in your children, watch this movie.
Every teacher and every professor I know is a Sidney Poitier...and an Anne Bancroft, and a Robert Donat. And, teaching is the greatest profession of them all.
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 Scholarship Spotlight
Other Resources in Amphi District
maintains an online scholarship information.
CDO High School counseling Web pages offer a variety of post-secondary information. |
Here is the most recent Nighthawk Scholarship Bulletin posted by the IRHS Counseling Department. It lists numerous opportunities.
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 IRHS Career Center
Colleges Visiting
Pima Community College, 11:30am
2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8, 4/22, 5/6, 5/20 Arizona State University, 8-9am 3/26, 4/17 Grand Canyon University, 8-9am 3/13, 4/3, 5/1
University of Arizona, First Lunch
2/27, 4/3 (8-9am)Military Visits MARINES - Sergeant Hamm, 8-9am 2/19, 3/5, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14 ARMY - Sergeant Morris, 11:30-1:30 2/14, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16
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Reminders
The National Youth Science Camp is a residential science education program that honors and challenges two graduating high school science students from each state. Application deadline: 2/15. Hang around professional golfers at Accenture Match Play and help raise money for Project Grad. Volunteer from 11am-5pm on 2/20 and get free lunch, parking and admission for the day. ONLY 3 spots left!
AP tests ($89 each; cash or check to IRHS) on sale in Bookstore before/after school and both lunches. Students must have their ID when purchasing. Deadline 3/15 at 4PM.
Senior class shirts ($15) and dog tags ($7) are on sale during lunches outside of the front office. Most of the proceeds from dog tag sales will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. The Summer of Excellence (SOE) 2013 program at the University of Arizona introduces current high school sophomores, junior, and seniors to the college experience. Priority deadline is 4/1. Contact Ashley McClung (621-0162) for more info. ASU Fulton Schools offering a 3-week residential summer program (June 2-21) focusing on transportation engineering offered at no cost to the student. For more info visit the ASU Fulton Schools of Engineering website. |
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