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Monday
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Student Laptop Check
Mickey Leland Kibbutzim Internship Informational Meeting
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Tuesday
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Student Laptop Check
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Student Laptop Check
PTO Chick-fil-A Lunch Sales
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Thursday
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Student Laptop Check
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Friday
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Student Laptop Check
Senior Trip Dues: $75 (cash)
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January 29th
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Genesys Works Recruitment Presentation
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January 31st
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Cohort 4 Exhibition
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February 1st - 2nd
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IPAA PetroChallenge Competition
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February 7th
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Ladies of Energy Speaker Series 11:30 - 12:30
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February 12th
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NHS Blood Drive
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February 15th
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Cohort 3 Exhibition @
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February 21st
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AP Biology & Senior Project Showcase
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FRESHMEN
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Cohort 2 - AC/DC
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Guest Speaker: 1/25/18 and 2/1/2018
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The AC/DC Cohort will be having a guest speaker on January 25th, during second and fourth period. They will hear from University professor and director of the Jack J. Valenti School of Communication at the University of Houston, Dr. Temple Northup about the different aspects of filmmaking such as lighting, camera angles, and sound.
SOPHOMORES:
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Entry Event: 1/31/2018
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The Nexus Novas will be holding their long-awaited PBL exhibition on Wednesday, January 31st. At the exhibition, students will be presenting their contributions to the collaborative cohort "Timeline of Energy" that they have been dedicated to all school year. Be sure to attend next Wednesday for an exciting evening celebrating the ambitious timeline in action.
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Cohort 5 - Atomic 5
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Project Development: 1/23/2018
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This cycle, Cohort 5 will be completing their second PBL,
Future Farmers of Earth
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Cohort 6 - Bazinga Squad
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Competition Draft: 3/9/2018
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The Bazinga Squad, Junior Cohort 6, are transitioning from their past PBL 2, regarding the remediation of the Gulf of Mexico, into their third PBL of the year: Energy Sustainability. Students will extract algae harvested by their photobioreactors to produce biodiesel, which will promote energy sustainability and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Each group will research the causes of climate change and develop a green technology solution to promote the use of biodiesel. They will work alongside Rice University students and Houston Biodiesel, founder, Chris Powers. For their final product each student will submit a paper submission for the first round of International
Clean Tech Competition
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On January 20th, the Energy Institute High School robotics team won multiple awards at the USTEM VEX Robotics Tournament. Team 3674 R won the Tournament Championship, finishing in the 1st place alliance. In doing so, this allows the team to advance to the State of Texas VEX Robotics Championship in February. Team 3674 G participated in the Skills Competition, where they had to score as many points as possible without other robots on the field. They won this, finishing ahead of 32 other teams. Also, team 3674 N finished as a Tournament Finalist in the second place alliance.
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On Tuesday, January 23, MIT representatives will meet with Energy Institute's InvenTeam on-campus. The representatives and team members will discuss future plans and progress on the team's invention: a 100% biodiesel fuel system that monitors and maintains optimal temperatures to keep the biodiesel from gelling in cold environments. Aside from keeping the biodiesel flowing, the team hopes to raise awareness about the environmental advantages of using 100% biodiesel on HISD school buses, which only run on 5% biodiesel. From creating their invention, the team also hopes to inspire the use of 100% biodiesel across the nation, however cold it may be in an area. Currently, the members have purchased their project components--including a viscometer, heating pads, and Arduinos--and received a bus donation from HISD in order to implement the fuel system.
After checking the team's progress, the representatives will provide advice and feedback for the upcoming
Mid-Grant Technical Review on February 28 - please RSVP and join the conversation. This review welcomes the Houston public and beneficiaries of the project so that they may learn about the team's biodiesel system. In return, the feedback given to the team will allow for ways to improve the invention before the final presentation at MIT in June. If you are interested in supporting the InvenTeam, please visit
GoFundMe EIHS InvenTeam.
Last Friday, January 19th, the entire Energy staff had the opportunity to catch a sneak peek of Energy's new campus. The new school includes an abundance of open space, a multipurpose cafeteria, high ceilings, and features an outdoor amphitheater. Ms. Lockhart, who has been with Energy since our second year, was excited to share her first impressions. "
Having been a part of Energy through so many of its big transitions, I have to say this is the transition I am most excited about. Walking through the building shows how much time was spent really listening to teachers and students to create a space that reflects the unique nature of Energy. How fortunate we are to have a physical place that will allow us to continue pushing the boundaries of education and truly innovating a brighter future for our communities." Energy teachers and staff will spend the rest of the semester planning our move and transition to the new building. We are are looking forward to celebrating with our students, families, and our new community at a building grand opening (date to be announced)!
On January 11, Energy's first graduating class reunited at the Alumni Breakfast on campus. Over 75 alumni returned to visit with their former classmates and teachers! Kaleigh Davis (Juniata College, Pennsylvania) recounts a joyful meal with her former classmates, teachers, and mentors. "For me, I came in, had some breakfast, and caught up with Ms. De La Rosa, Ms. Lambropoulos, and Mrs. MacGregor. We (the students) asked each other questions like, 'Oh, how is college?' and 'Are your classes hard?' It was awesome seeing some of my old friends, and I loved being able to compliment them on their achievements."
After the breakfast, many stayed behind to visit with former teachers and students who currently attend Energy Institute. Overall, the event was a great way for the alumni to reconnect over tacos, fruit, and juice. It is obvious that the students, staff, and lessons learned at Energy Institute have had a lasting impact on our alumni as they continue to succeed post-high school at college, on the job, and abroad. We hope this tradition will also build Energy's culture as more classes graduate and give back to the community and school.
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On Friday, January 12th, ninth graders from the Lightning Volts cohort launched their new project for this quarter. Their
driving question is, "How can we create landmark keys to unlock the secrets of a country?" Students competed in a race to see who could match the different aspects of culture, such as music, language or place of origin, to one of their four cohort teachers. Through this, they saw the interdisciplinary aspect of the project and learned what makes up a culture, such as social organizations, language, art, religion, and traditions.
During the project, students will research a region's culture, literature, genetics, and rare genetic disorders. In addition, they will 3D print a landmark from their region and assemble a scannable box that informs the viewer about it. We can't wait to see their final products at the Lightning Volts' exhibition on March 7th!
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The class of 2018 Senior Field Trip will take place on Saturday, April 14 at Six Flags in San Antonio. In order to attend, seniors must pay an $75 non-refundable deposit in cash only by Friday, January 26. This payment must be turned into the front office. A tentative itinerary will be announced closer to the trip date.
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Parent Volunteers NEEDED: The PTO is looking for parents to
sign-up and participate in giving a catered meal to the Energy High School's National Honor Society (NHS) members, new inductees, and teacher designees Ms. DeLaRosa and Mr. Johnson is an opportunity for NHS parents to express our appreciation for their hard work, service, and dedication.This event has been approved by the NHS teachers, and is slated for February 21, 2018, the same day the Induction Ceremony is taking place. Over 100 meals may potentially be served with your help! Each parent will pay for their student's meal along with a small percentage towards a meal for the NHS teachers.
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In the upcoming months, you will be hearing back from the colleges you worked diligently to apply to. As you celebrate your acceptances, it is important to understand if you actually "fit" into the campus environment.
Researching online or reading a brochure about a college may only offer you limited answers about the environment. Thus, visiting the college is a great firsthand way to experience its culture, people, and setting.
After your acceptance, some colleges may reach out to you and offer visits where you can meet other admitted students. However, if you can't attend that specific date, you can set up a visit date with the school, so it fits your schedule.
During a typical college visit, a student or admissions officer will lead you through a tour of the campus. They point out the different schools, buildings, and dorms on-campus, all while answering personal questions about their own experience at the college. You will see what kind of living quarters you may spend the next four years living in, what kind of students may be your future classmates, and even what food you might be consuming daily.
On each visit, there are numerous opportunities to ask students, admission officers, and deans questions you would not find the answer to online. You can visit the financial aid office to discuss your estimated family contribution and scholarships. You can sit in on a classroom lecture and see how professors educate their students. You are able to have meaningful one-on-one conversations and establish personal relationships with those on campus for further communication even after you leave campus.
Ultimately, the purpose of a college visit is to determine whether or not it is the right place for you. After visiting, you should be comfortable in making your decision, as attending a college will have a great impact on how you learn and live over the years.
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Deadline:
January 31, 2018
Amount: $1,000
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Deadline:
February 16, 2018
Amount: $10,000+
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Deadline:
February 17, 2018
Amount: $20,000
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March 1, 2018
Amount: $5,000
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