Aerospace Engineering
AE September 30 - October 4, 2019
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This week
Last week, we learned how to hand calculate center of gravity and atmospheric pressures. This week, students will learn how to build the calculations into Excel. For those going on to study any sort of Engineering in college, this will be very valuable as it can save them a lot of time. Excel is a powerful tool and I want the kids to know how to use it.
We will also begin our work with lift and drag equations. The math involved in these equations is a big part of why this course is offered in the junior year. Please don't let your student get frustrated with the math. I am available before and after school to help.
Technology Student Association
Student Members
The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national organization of students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses, TSA’s membership includes more than 250,000 middle and high school students across the United States. TSA is supported by educators, parents, and business leaders who believe in the need for a technologically literate society. Members learn through exciting competitive events, leadership opportunities, and much more. A wide range of activities makes TSA a positive experience for every student.
Chapters
TSA chapters take the study of STEM beyond the classroom and give students the chance to pursue academic challenges among friends with similar goals and interests. Together, chapter members work on competitive events, attend conferences on the state and national levels, and learn and apply leadership skills. Chapters also are committed to a national service project and are among the most service-oriented groups in the community. Members may become officers within their state and then run for national office. To learn how to start a chapter, call 703-860-9000 or Join TSA.
Competitions
Imagine an activity so captivating that your students spend hours working on it for weeks at a time. That is what can happen when TSA members engage in TSA competitions. Only TSA members have the opportunity to compete at exciting state conferences and then at the annual National TSA Conference. Expert judging by technology educators and industry representatives inspires the best from participants. Members are rewarded not only with medals or trophies, but also with memories of the camaraderie and the challenge of participating in a National TSA Conference. TSA competitions include categories such as Biotechnology Design, Career Prep, Coding, Digital Photography, Dragster Design, Flight, Leadership Strategies, Medical Technology, Prepared Presentation, Software Development, Technology Problem Solving, Video Game Design, Webmaster, and much more.
Curriculum Integration
Education directives at the federal and state levels focus on providing avenues for initiatives such as STEM education. TSA helps teachers meet the criteria for STEM education goals through exciting programs that include activities, competitions, leadership, and teamwork for students. In addition, all TSA activities are correlated to the Standards for Technological Literacy, as set forth by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA). Teachers can use TSA activities during the school day in their classroom, and extend the learning beyond the classroom through a TSA chapter.
Applications are outside my door. This is a wonderful learning opportunity for your student that will prepare them for anything that comes their way. Please let me know if you have any questions.
ASVAB Testing
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is the most widely used multiple-aptitude test battery in the world. As an aptitude test, the ASVAB measures your strengths, weaknesses, and potential for future success. The ASVAB also provides you with career information for various civilian and military occupations and is an indicator for success in future endeavors whether you choose to go to college, vocational school, or a military career. This test will be offered free of charge at West High School. If your child is interested in taking this aptitude test (which does NOT commit them to the military), they need to sign up with Ms. Scott. It is free; however, the school needs to order the correct number of tests.
Tuesday, Oct 2, 2018, 08:00 AM
West High School, Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
SAT November Testing Registration Deadline
Thursday, Oct 3, 2019, 05:00 PM
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PSAT Testing
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2019, 08:00 AM
1008 Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
TSTC Robotics Day
Friday, Oct 18, 2019, 10:00 AM
Texas State Technical College, Campus Drive, Waco, TX, USA
ACT December Testing Registration Deadline
Friday, Nov 8, 2019, 05:00 PM
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Tanya Snook
Email: tsnook@westisd.net
Website: thesnooknook.com
Location: 1008 Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
Phone: (254) 981-2050
Twitter: @tanyapsnook