The Weekly FIRE
Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Effort
issue 18: 02/22/2021
Hola Dragones-
¿Tienes a alguien en tu familia que tenga más de 70 años? ¿Conoces a alguien que trabaja en una escuela? ¿Tiene un amigo o familiar que trabaje en un hospital o en un consultorio médico? ¡Todos ellos ahora son elegibles para vacunarse con Covid-19!
¡Usted puede ayudar a nuestra comunidad a combatir la pandemia ayudando a sus amigos y familiares elegibles a vacunarse! ¡La información de programación de vacunas ya está disponible en español!
Los residentes elegibles pueden hacer una cita lamereste enlace y luego hacer clic en el robot de programación en el lado inferior derecho que se ve así:
Animal Guide of the Week:
-Laura Craford, RLA Social Worker
For those of you who do not know what the animal cards mean…
Each newsletter I will pull a card from my deck of animal guide cards, it is our message for the week—something we need to think about, understand or that we need to remember about ourselves or a situation. This is something that I have been doing with RLA students and staff for a while now, it’s my thing. 😊 If you ever want your own card, message me (Laura) through teams or @ (740) 240-2311 and I will send you a picture of one, just like when you would come to my office for one when we were in school!
Wolverines
Attention all 11th graders!
Please take a moment to complete a survey about how RLA is doing as a school. The survey is anonymous and will help us to know what is working as well as what needs to improve. The survey can be accessed at the following link:
Feel free to email Zach Cash with any questions at:
I think I would like to talk to someone...
Are you in need of Resources?
Do you want to talk to Janna Cash, the school counselor?
Do you have questions about your credits, transcript, or graduation plan? Students and parents can schedule a meeting with her here!
Jesse now has a virtual office!
Lines for Life
Gratitude
Today is all about Gratitude. What are you grateful for today? Did you lose power and get it back? Do you have a warm place to sleep and people in your life that you care about and care for you? Take a moment to be grateful for the small simple things we have around us.
RHS Student Health Clinic is looking for RLA students
The new RHS Student Health Clinic is looking for RLA students interested in leadership opportunities, students interested in health & wellness, and students that want to make a positive impact. If you are interested in joining the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) for the health center, complete this form or feel free to ask Julie Mack for more information about what a YAC member does and there may be a credit earning opportunity for Health as well!!
Why should you use the Reynold’s Student Health Center? "They can help me with a lot in case of an injury or physical also about mental health and if I get sick and makes me feel less nervous to ask for help since it's for teens. " - RLA student
- Angel Armenta
Sue shouts out to:
- Cristian Morales Martinez - DUDE!! What an amazing start to the hexter - you can do this - IN IT TO WIN IT!!!
- RJ Howard - Woot Woot!! You are all over it- incredible start to the hexter. I can't wait to see what you can do!!!
- Naomi Arauza Ortiz - What's that you say? Naomi in the virtual house getting it done!! You go, girl!
- Star Aguilera - Wowza - as usual, you got this!! Great job!
- Natalie Casarez Alvarado - I can always depend on you!!! You are stupendous and I appreciate you!
- Marshelly Marcial Jacinto - You totally got this!! In it to win it as usual!!!! Great job!
Maureen shouts out to:
- Cristian Morales Martinez- Solid, great start to Hexter 4
- Stephanie Sauno- Always the Awesome student
- Rosa Bautista Alejandre- Rocking Hexter 4 already
- Andrew Grubbe- Amazing start to Hexter 4- Keep it up for the win
- Brokk Smith- Awesome participation and strong start to Hexter 4
Jo shouts out to:
My dad would always say, "90 % of Life is showing up." Today I'm shouting out to the students who have attended every class this term- Fantastic job. Keep it up!
- Aleia Ochoa
- Arielle Martinez
- Hailey Risdon
- Harmony Crook
- Jesus Paz Zacarias
- Natalie Casarez Alvarado
- Armando Quintero
- Tyae Scott
- Cristian Morales Martinez
- Giovanni Cervantes Salazar
Neil shouts out to:
- Ana Angel Morales
- Rosa Bautista Alejandre
- Harmony Crook
- Micheal Easterly
- Tyae Scott
- Damien Welch
- Angelina Barrera
- Carlos Munoz Guzman
- Yadiris Ventura
- Giovanni Cervantes Salazar
- Isauro Francisco-Ascencio
- Angel Mendoza
Almost finished. Keep at it.
I bet you never heard of Garrett Morgan
-Sue Rosemarin, Science
Garrett Morgan only had an elementary school education, but he ended up being one of the greatest African American inventers. He patented several inventions, including a traffic signal and a respiratory device that became the blueprint to World War 1 gas masks.
Okay, we know what soft skills are now, but do you know how to show case them properly in your resume? Cover letter? Interview? Read this week’s article and find out how to do all of the above. Each week Kathi “The Job Lady” will give you “tips and tricks” on this and much more! If you want individual help, contact Kathi: kmorris@rsd7.net or 503-708-6540 (text is fine).
How Employers Spot Your Soft Skills
Soft skills are more important to employers today than ever. This comes as a surprise to many job seekers who depend on their tech-heavy résumés to land a job.
How do employers identify your soft skills? They use a variety of strategies to determine what skills you will bring to the job. You need to give them clues to the essential employability skills you possess. The following are ways to showcase your soft skills:
Your résumé
Stay away from general listings of your soft skills, such as "good communicator" and "excellent problem solver" and substitute with precise examples such as the following. "I supported 20-40 clients a day as a customer service representative in the company's call center" and "My supervisor called on me frequently when coworkers encountered problems in their work and needed assistance."
Cover letter
All résumés should be accompanied by a cover letter. In the letter, expand on your soft skills and anything else about you that should be highlighted. Use a writing program to help you create a short, two- or three-paragraph letter. Ask a good proofreader to review the final letter.
Interviews
The best opportunity for an employer to evaluate your soft skills is when sitting across from you in an interview. Assume you've sent a résumé and a strong cover letter. At the interview, the person will analyze what you say, how you say it, and how you present yourself. The interviewer will observe:
- Your eye contact. Do you have a hard time looking the person in the eye? Do you look down or look away? Look at the interviewer directly, but take short breaks in eye contact every now and then. Then reconnect with the interviewer. That's a good sign of active listening–one of the most important soft skills.
- Your organization. When asked to explain how you would handle an assignment or solve a problem, be specific. The interviewer is watching for a clear, concise explanation. A rambling answer demonstrates that you don't organize your thoughts.
- Your interruptions. Do not interrupt when the interviewer talks. This is rude and signifies you are a poor listener. Conversely, if you talk and talk and talk, that is also poor communication.
- Your evasion. If you fail to answer questions fully, the interviewer may think you do not have a good answer or that you can't focus. Either way, you may lose the chance to be hired.
Earn CTE or Elective Credit by taking Kathi's Permit Prep Class every 1st Monday of the Month
Want to Earn CTE or Elective Credit while prepping for your permit? Need help preparing to take the Oregon Permit test? If so, then this is your class!
Check out Kathi “The Job Lady’s” Monday YTP Class below.
You can earn .50 credit by attending, ask me how!
Have questions about Permit Prep or anything else “job” or “life” related, please email me Kathi Morris at kmorris@rsd7.net or text/call me at 503-708-6540.
Monday: March 1st, April 5th, May 3rd & June 7th
Time: 1pm - 2:30pm
Meeting ID: 964 0575 7931
Passcode: RLA
Clubs
GSA
Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a club to unite LGBTQ+ and allies. It's a space to come together to talk and learn about sexual orientation and gender identity. A place to build community and discuss the issues that impact it and you. This will be a safe, welcoming, and accepting space for all.
ZOOM: Meeting ID: 997 0308 6129 & Passcode: 500314
If you're interested in GSA or have any questions about the club, please contact Linda at:
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy
Source: https://www.shondaland.com/act/a21993326/women-instrumental-pride-lgbtq-rights-movement/
BSU
The Black Student Union (BSU) is an organization at Reynolds Learning Academy that is devoted to spreading the history of Black Culture. We are doing this through cultural forums, educational workshops and entertainment events. We are all unified in one voice in order to embrace and enrich Black culture. We welcome all ethnicities and value growth, development and strive for cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of all our diverse histories and experiences.
Standing Motto “Unity Bridges Gaps”
Any students interested in joining the Black Student Union (BSU) please contact Ramon Hall at:
Groups, Groups & More Groups!
Self-care/Wellness Group, Stress Management, Grief & Loss, Making Connections…and more. If you are interested in learning more or joining a group or you have an idea for a group, contact Laura at:
lcraford@rsd7.net or call/text (740) 240-2311
Arts & Crafts: Thursday, 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts Group will be wrapping up in the next few weeks. However, if you are interested and weren’t able to join the first round, you are in luck! A new Arts & Crafts group will be starting soon. If making things with your hands and being creative, while enjoying some social time is your thing, send Jesse an email and let her know you’d like to join!
Todd Brehm, tbrehm@trilliumfamily.org 971-334-2009
Jesse Bright jbright@trilliumfamily.org 503-318-2905
A Chuckle with Kendra
1. What do you call a fish without eyes?
2. What do sea monsters eat?
You can find the answers at the bottom of The Weekly FIRE.
Principal Office Hours and Open Family Meetings
This year the Principal will be holding regular times when you can meet with him without an appointment. Open family meetings will be held on Thursday evenings. The Principal will make some brief announcements and then open the floor for questions, comments and discussion. Office hours will be held on Thursday mornings and will be a place where you can drop in to ask a question or get help from the Principal. Dates, times and the Zoom link are below.
Helpful Links:
This is a link to your Clever login. Follow this link to get into your schoology, school email, SutdentVUE, Teams meetings and other school resources from any computer.
Remember your login is: schoolID@students.rsd7.net
Your password is your school ID number followed by your 8 digit birthday (schoolid+mmddyyyy)
You can find our general student schedule here:
https://www.reynolds.k12.or.us/rla/student-weekly-schedule
The school calendar for 2020-2021 is here:
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The Pledge of Allegiance/Wednesdays @10:00:
https://zoom.us/j/92325778075?pwd=aGNsN3U1NEoyajBocVI1OXJxWDVTQT09
Join Zoom Meeting for the Pledge
- Meeting ID: 923 2577 8075
- Passcode: 2f0vv3
How to reach us:
Aaron Ferguson
Principal
503.667.4673 ex 3430
Angie Gilbert
Trades/Careers and Internships
503.667.4673 ex 3606
Brendan O'Malley
Art/Math
406-616-2852
Chris Phelps
Social Studies
503-667-4673 ex 3617
Gina Bousley
Case Management
503.667.4673 ex 3613
Gio Peña
Science
971-258-0180
Giovanna Gioffre
English
503-667-4673 ex 3604
Janna Cash
Counselor
541-362-1959
Jesse Bright
Skills Trainer
503-318-2905
Jessica Sexton
School Psychologist
(360)991-9572
Jessica Kramer
Social Studies
(503)780-4809
Jim Deady
Credit Recovery
Call: 503.667.4673 ex 3045 Text: (541) 937 5460
Julie Mack
Wellness
503-667-4673 ex 3608
Karri Klock
Registrar
503-667-4673
Katherine Howton
Math
( 609) 380-1007
Kathi Morris
YTP Specialist
(503)708-6540
Kendra DeWater
Math
(971) 217-6214
Kristin Aubel Topletz
Night School
503-893-5088
Laura Craford
Social Worker
503.667.4673 ex 3620
Lauren Tobias
Case Management
503.667.4673 ex 3618
Linda Lamendola-Gilliam
SMT/GSA/Newsletter Manager
(503)667-4673 x3630
Maureen Geraghty
English
503-830-1752
Neal Noble
Math
503-667-4673 ex 3609
Ramon Hall
SMT/BSU Leader
Sue Rosemarin
Science
503-667-4673 ex 3598
Todd Brehm
Prevention Specialist
971-334-2009
Zach Cash (he/him)
School Counselor
503.985.8626 (Call or Text)
If you need help with school work between the hours of 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday you can reach out to our Night School Teacher Kristin Aubel Topletz at 503-893-5088 or email her at kaubeltopletz@rsd7.net
Si desea comunicarse con algún miembro del personal y desea ayuda en español, puede comunicarse con nuestra enlace familiar Nancy Gutierrez Leon llamando al 503-667-4673 ex 3634 o enviándole un correo electrónico a NGutierrezLeon@rsd7.net. También puede enviarle mensajes de texto al 971-236-3174.
Answers to: A Chuckle with Kendra
2. Fish and ships
Reynolds Learning Academy
Website: https://www.reynolds.k12.or.us/rla
Location: 20234 Northeast Halsey Street, Fairview, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 667-4673