Aviation High School - Long Island City, New York

December 19, 2024

Opt-In to Receive Text Messages (SY24-25)

Aviation High School utilizes the School Messenger system to deliver text messages to your mobile phone with important information about school closings, events, safety alerts and more. To participate in this free service* send a text message of Y or YES to 67587. You can also opt out of these messages at any time by replying STOP to any of our messages. 

To opt-in to receive text messages, you must send a text message of Y or YES to 67587.

 

 

JumpRope Access for Freshmen (24-25 SY)

Please be advised that Freshmen students now have access to their JumpRope accounts. If you have any questions, contact your child's School Counselor:

Ms. Gutierrez WGutierrez4@schools.nyc.gov or 718-361-2032 ext 1355 

Ms. Alba CAlbagonzalez@schools.nyc.gov or 718-361-2032 ext. 1354 

 

December 18, 2024

Early Excuse Procedure

If your child needs to leave early from school please follow the steps below:

1. Send your child to school with a note. Even if you send your child with a note we will still call you to confirm.

2. Have your child drop off the note to Room 135 when they first come to school. Not bringing a note early in the morning may cause a delay when your child wants to leave.

3. We will call the parents/guardians at the phone numbers in the Student Profile account to confirm your child is allowed to leave early. We cannot allow students to leave early without contacting a parent/guardian.

4. Have your child come back to Room 135 when it is time for them to leave to pick up the completed Early Excuse Form.

 

We are unable to send a student home alone if they are sick. If a student is sick an adult 18 years or older must pick up the child. Click here to see our School Policies for Students and Parents.  

December 16, 2024

Free Holiday Concert on December 17th

NY State Senator Joseph Addabbo, Jr is inviting NYC Public School families to a free holiday concert tomorrow presented by Harmony 4 All. Click here to join the Harmony 4 All guest list and to receive a free gift at the concert.

Founded by NYC public school students, Harmony 4 All is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to discover the transformative power of music. Senator Addabbo's dedication has been vital to expanding music education to the students who need it most. Your presence and support could be the key to empowering underserved youth, foster creativity, and build a harmonious future for all.

  

 

Virtual PA Meeting on December 19th at 6:30pm

Our Parents Association welcomes you to join them at their virtual meeting tonight Thursday, December 19th at 6:30 pm.

Our Title 1 Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), Ms. Lyrist and Ms. Lee, will also be discussing Title 1 funding and possible future workshops based on your input from the survey sent earlier this month.  If you have not done so already, click here to take let us know the best way to use these funds. 

The Zoom link, meeting ID and passcode (below) are the same for all meetings held through June 12th. Click here for future meeting dates.

 

December 12, 2024

Holiday Sprit Week - Dec 16th - 20th

Next week is SPIRIT WEEK at AV. Please share in the fun! If you take a picture, please send to jaiello@schools.nyc.gov or tag us on instagram @av_activities.

Monday - Ugly Sweater day

Tuesday - Santa's Workshop - Dress up as your favorite character from your favorite holiday movie

Wednesday - Be Kind - Wear a shirt with a positive message

Thursday - Winter Wonderland - Wear blue and white

Friday - Holiday PJ's

            

    

 

 

Mindfulness, Relaxation and Refocusing

NYC offers many kinds of help in a crisis. Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or need help to stay substance-free please call 988 or click here to find services and to manage your health and emotional well being. 

NYC TalkSpace is free online therapy available to NYC teens ages 13-17 for mental health support. There are also resources for individualized therapy and couples therapy for adults over 18 years old.

Do you ever need a few moments to regain your mental peace and feel calm? Maybe you need to talk to someone because you are feeling anxious or stressed? Click here to visit our Mindfulness, Relaxation and Refocusing page to watch some short videos to reset and regain your peace

 

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December 11, 2024

How to Access Your Child's Grades

1. Access your child's FAA grades

2. Log into your Google Classroom

3. Reset your child's Google classroom password

  

 

Questions? Please reach out to your child's School Counselor by clicking here 

STEP at Vaughn College Spring 2025

Vaughn College in Queens NY is offering a no-cost hybrid Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) for eligible participants. They meet for Saturday classes online and once a month in person on campus, college classes for 11^th/12^th graders, weekday virtual tutoring, trips, workshops, and more. Eligible students must be in 7th-12th grade, NY residents, and economically disadvantaged, or African American, Hispanic/Latino, Alaskan Native, or American Indian. If economically disadvantaged, we need proof of income via tax documents, but if applying via ethnicity we do not income status. Vaughn College classes begin January 13, 2025. All 11^th and 12^th graders please have your application completed no later than this Friday, December 13th.  Please be advised, this program is not run by Aviation High School. For information on the STEP program, contact the STEP email at STEPAcademy@vaughn.edu.

  

 

 

Winter Paint Night

The Parents' Association and Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) is hosting a Winter Paint Night in the cafeteria. Come meet other families and enhance your art skills.

Date & Time:  January 30th at 6pm

Space is limited to the first 50 people! Use this QR code to sign up!

  

 

Senior Dues

Senior year is such an exciting time as your child approaches the culmination of their high school journey. We know it will be filled with unforgettable moments, hard work, and lots of celebration as they prepare for the next chapter in their lives. In order to ensure that every Senior has the opportunity to fully experience all the milestones of their senior year, please see the attached information about Senior Dues. Senior Dues helps to cover the costs of various senior year activities and traditions. Thank you for your continued support and for sharing this exciting year with us! For further questions please contact Ms. Wenger at Swenger@schools.nyc.gov

  

 

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December 10, 2024

Tutoring Services

Our Humanities Department is now offering tutoring. Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) has shared their December schedule. The last day of tutoring for SCS is December 20th, resuming on January 2nd. Click here to view our tutoring schedule.

  

  

 

Early Excuse Procedure 24-25

Click here to view our Early Excuse Procedure along with other school policies for students and Parents/Guardians.

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December 9, 2024

How to Access Your Child's Grades

Take a moment to review the attached to:

1. Access your child's FAA grades

2. Log into your Google Classroom

3. Reset your child's Google classroom password

 

Questions? Please reach out to your child's School Counselor by clicking here 

 Accessing your Childs Grades.pdf 

 

Beyond Access Series Online Event Tonight!

You are invited to the Beyond Access Series (BAS) online event, specifically designed for families of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This is a free online event, and all family members are welcome to attend to learn about co-regulation, a strong and effective sensory experience you facilitate with your child to help calm and organize their bodies. Click here to register. We apologize for the short notice, as we received this information a short time ago.

Beyond Access Series Online Event Details

Date: Monday, December 9th

Time: 7-8pm

Topic: Co-Regulation: The Sensory Tool You Take with You

Hosted by: NYCPS Special Education Office

Registration link: Zoom

 

What will be discussed: During this session, the NYCPS Special Education Department will discuss co-regulation, a strong and effective sensory experience families can facilitate with their children to help calm and organize their bodies.  Effective and consistent co-regulation experiences can help children with all disabilities develop their self-regulation skills. Teachers support self-regulation skills at school to allow students to adjust their reactions to strong emotions. Join us as we discuss helpful tips to help you, and your child get through stressful environments and situations in our home communities. Click Register Here to start the quick registration process and reserve your spot today.

Spanish Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 421 864 85#

Mandarin Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 882 998 117#

Arabic Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 487 775 906#

Bangla Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 650 383 858#

French Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 367 082 884#

Haitian-Creole Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 484 417 229#

Korean Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 463 484 202#

Russian Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 520 364 194#

Urdu Language Line 1 347-966-4114

Phone conference ID: 864 212 276#

 

Humanities Tutoring Just Added

The Humanities Department is now offering tutoring. Click here to see their schedule along with Math and Science Department tutoring opportunities. 

   

 

FAFSA Workshop: Queens HS Presidents Council

Queens High School Presidents' Council in partnership with YORK  College (CUNY) Financial Aid Support Team, will be hosting a Financial Aid filing workshop. The live virtual workshop will be on Saturday December 14^th ,  4pm-6pm with counselors to help each family to fill out their FAFSA and necessary forms for Financial Aid.

Click here to register.

  

 

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December 6, 2024

Soft Skills Training

Please take a moment to review the information below or click here to register. We believe it could be a valuable resource for those who may need it. 

  

 

 

Sophomore Start of Year Presentation

Below is the Presentation from the virtual Meet the Sophomore Counselor (10th grade) Information Session.

If you have any questions, please contact your child's School Counselor, Mrs. Ojong JOjong@schools.nyc.gov or Ms. Alba CAlbagonzalez@schools.nyc.gov

 Sophomore Start of Year Presentation Counselor pptx.pdf 

  

 

December 5, 2024

Senior Trip Deposit & Permission Slips Due Tomorrow

The Senior Trip is being planned for January 17 - 19, 2025. This will be an exciting time for the seniors to celebrate their accomplishments thus far. The trip is three (3) days and includes transportation, two nights stay at the renowned Villa Roma Resort located in the Catskills.  Six meals are provided along with daytime and nighttime activities including a Bon Fire with Marshmallows, DJ Dance Party and an indoor inflatable fun land park. Take a moment to review the flyer below. A $100 deposit is due with the permission slip is due tomorrow, Friday, December 6th.  You can pay by cash, check or money order made out to Aviation High School.  You can also pay online at the school store using your credit card by clicking here. Final Payment is Due January 10, 2025. Permission slips can be found in the cafeteria. Any questions? jaiello2@schools.nyc.gov

 Senior Trip Class of 2025.pdf 

  

 

 

African American Heritage Committee 2025 Scholarship

Each year the African American Heritage Committee awards scholarships to graduating High School seniors pursuing a post-secondary education. Recipients receive a monetary award for academic expenses. Applicants must be residents of Queens. Interested high school seniors must submit a completed application with an official high school transcript by 5 pm on January 9, 2025.

The online application can be found here.

  

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Weatherization Workshop (in-person) Dec 9th

Sunnyside Community Services, our Community Based Organization, is hosting an in-person Weatherization Workshop with NY Power Authority on Monday, December 9th. The workshop will provide different ways for you to save money and energy. You will receive a FREE Weatherization Kit which includes squeeze tube caulk, deluxe shrink wrap window kit, self-adhesive door sweep and more.

Click here to sign up

Location: PS 199Q: 39-20 48th Avenue, Sunnyside, NY 11104

Time: 4-5:30pm

  

 

Soft Lockdown Drill Friday, Dec 6th

We will have a Soft Lockdown Drill on Friday, December 6, 2024 after Third Period announcements. A Soft Lockdown is used to secure individual rooms and keep students quiet and in place when a hazard/emergency is found within the building. During the Soft Lockdown drill the Building Response Team and School Safety Agents will be sweeping the building and checking to see if the above steps were completed by all staff members successfully.

 

Before the drill Mr. Browne, our Assistant Principal for Organization and Security, will explain the steps above to all students and staff and explain why the drill procedures are necessary.

 

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December 3, 2024

Jostens School Ring Reps: Save the Date Dec 6th

A Jostens Ring Representative will be in the school cafeteria on Friday, December 6th from 10:30am - 1pm. Juniors, Seniors and 5th-Year Students can  place their order on that day.

Representatives will have examples of rings and can also tell you your ring size. If you need a catalog see Ms. Aiello.  You can also look online at Jostens.com . A minimum $100 deposit is due on order day. Cash or money order only (sorry no personal checks). 

If you have any questions, please email jaiello2@schools.nyc.gov

 Ring Order Day Dec 6th.pdf 

  

 

 

FSA ID Guide 24-25 for Juniors

Please click on this link for help on creating an FSA ID Number. Both you and your Parent/Guardian should complete this sooner rather than later.

If you have any questions, please email  SCuervo@schools.nyc.gov

 

 

FAFSA Guide (24-25 SY)

Please click on the links below for a Guide to Understanding FAFSA and Help with Your 2025-2026 FAFSA.

Only Senior Parents/Guardians (12th year) will complete the FAFSA this year. Other Parents/Guardians can view and open an account.

If you have any questions contact me at SCuervo@schools.nyc.gov . Visit the College and Career section of our website often for up-to-date information.

 

https://understandingfafsa.org/guides/

https://understandingfafsa.org/help-with-your-2025-26-fafsa/

  

 

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HS Master Class Survey 24-25 

We are excited to announce that the Master Class Series will be available once again for all students. Please click on the survey link provided below which will allow you to select topics of interest outside of your regularly offered courses.

The Master Classes will be held during Winter and Spring breaks. To ensure efficient planning, we kindly ask that fill out this High School Master Class Survey as soon as possible. The deadline to complete the survey is December 20^th . 

 

 

Winter Festival is on Dec 13th! Save the Date!

(From our Parents' Association)

On behalf of the Parent Association alongside our AVH SkillsUSA chapter, we are thrilled to be partnering with them for the 2nd year to make this year's Winter Festival another truly memorable potluck celebration. We are inviting parents to contribute a dish that highlights their unique cultural heritage. We encourage you to share a recipe that reflects your family's traditions and flavors. Dishes can be dropped off at from 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm at the Main Entrance.

Link: https://grow.withlome.com/a/64f27e20-af72-47bb-9f74-ca6192eca5a7

Please remember to label your dish clearly with its name, ingredients, and any dietary restrictions. Additionally, please indicate whether your creation should be served warm or cold to ensure it is presented at its best. Your participation will be instrumental in enriching the Winter Festival experience for everyone involved. We appreciate you all helping us make our school community so special!! Thank you again for your unwavering support. We look forward to celebrating the winter season with you and your culinary delights!

  

 

 

Title 1 Workshop Parent/Guardian Survey

Aviation High School receives Title 1 Funding. Title 1 is the largest federal aid program that provides financial assistance to districts and schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards. A Title I Schoolwide Program (SWP) addresses the educational needs of all students with comprehensive strategies to improve the whole school. Take moment to read the attached information on Title 1 Allowable and Unallowable Expenditures. You can view our 23-24 AHS Title 1 Program Information by clicking here. 

For the 24-25 School Year we currently have $11,880.00. Click here to take this survey so we can decide the best way we should use these funds. Questions? Email Ms. Lee and Ms. Lyrist at FLEE3@doeexternal.nyc

 

Here is the link to our survey: https://forms.gle/zThbHC3JUWFKCcdv5

Title 1 Schoolwide Program 

Title 1 Allowable and Unallowable Expenditures 

  

 

 

November 2024 emails.pdf

October 2024 Weekly Emails.pdf 

September 2024 Weekly Emails.pdf 

Covid Protocol for Students as of September 2024

Respiratory illness, including COVID-19, Guidance 

Based on updated health guidance, instead of a minimum isolation period, people with COVID-19 should stay home and away from others based on their symptoms, similar to how they would for other respiratory infections, like flu and RSV.

• • • If your child has COVID-19 symptoms(Open external link), they should get tested and separate from others right away. You should speak to a provider to see if treatment is appropriate for your child.
    • Your child should stay home until, for at least 24 hours, they have had no fever without taking fever-reducing medicine and other COVID-19 or other respiratory symptoms, such as cough, are getting better.
    • If your child tests positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms, they do not need to stay home but they still need to take the below steps for five days to prevent spreading the virus to other (see Avoid Getting Others Sick section below).
    • Additional COVID-19 information can be found here.

 

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Covid Guidance for Students and Staff as of March 2024

This is a reminder that the coronavirus protocol changed for students and staff in March of 2024. School communities are no longer notified when there is a positive case of the coronavirus, but the student’s teachers will be contacted regarding Google Classroom work requests. All the coronavirus information can be found here.

COVID-19 Guidance as of March 2024

Based on updated health guidance, instead of a minimum isolation period, people with COVID-19 should stay home and away from others based on their symptoms, similar to how they would for other respiratory infections, like flu and RSV.

• • • If your child has COVID-19 symptoms, they should still get tested and separate from others right away.
    • Your child should stay home until, for at least 24 hours, they have had no fever without taking fever-reducing medicine and other COVID-19 symptoms are getting better.
    • If your child tests positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms, they do not need to stay home but they still need to take steps to prevent spreading the virus to others. Additional COVID-19 information can be found here.

Stay Healthy

Workshops for the 2023-2024 School Year

5th Year Information Workshop - Saturday, May 4th

Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents are invited for a one hour presentation followed by Q&A's with Mr. Sosa.

Time:  Arrive by 9:45am, to begin promptly at 10am

Location:  School Auditorium, 2nd floor 

Enter through the main entrance on 36th Street. You must provide a valid picture ID to the Security Desk.  

 

Hands-On Maintenance Workshop - Saturday, May 11th

Hands-on workshop where parents get to work on a shop project alongside our students.

Use this form to register. Limit of 60 people.

Time:  arrive promptly at 8:30am - 12:30pm

 

 

Navigating Your Student's Aviation Mechanic's Journey - Tuesday, May 14th

Get clarity on FAA testing and licensing essentials in this crash course workshop

Time: 6-7pm

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 993 1298 3977
Passcode: 507979
Email D24Q610PA@schools.nyc.gov for more information on this workshop. 

 

From College to Career - Tuesday, May 21st

Explore firsthand journey's from college to industry in aviation mechanics. See flyer below.

Time: 6-7pm

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 993 1298 3977
Passcode: 507979

Email D24Q610PA@schools.nyc.gov for more information on this workshop. 

 

 

Thriving After Fifth Year - Thursday, May 23rd

Explore Success stories from professionals who completed the '5th Year' and are now excelling in their industries. See flyer below.

Time: 6-7pm

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 993 1298 3977
Passcode: 507979

Email D24Q610PA@schools.nyc.gov for more information on this workshop.  

 

Health and Wellness Workshop - Tuesday, May 28th 

Keeping children healthy through exercise and good nutrition are crucial to a child’s academic success.  Join us via Zoom at 6:30pm

Time:  6:30pm

Register here 

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 973 6261 1274

Passcode: 251107

*This workshop is sponsored by Title 1 funding and organized by Ms. Gomez, our Title 1  Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Chairperson and PA Vice President.