The Aviator Gazette

"THE CHRISTMAS EDITION"
December 25, 2020 | Issue #4
UPCOMING EVENTS
See what's happening this month.
AVIATION SPOTLIGHT
See more here on Mr. Brian Capone
ABOUT US
Explore our website for information on our school.
We are a tuition free, open enrollment charter school launching in the fall of 2021 with 120 6th grade students. Our founding students will be a very special group as they will set the foundation for our k-12 Aviation Academy and be the first class to graduate from our one of a kind school located on the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in 2028.
Principal's Message
Dear Aviator Families and Community,
In A. A. Milne’s 1926 classic, “Winnie the Pooh,” he wrote, “Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” Our little pink friend was grateful for the abundance he had in his life; great friends, a warm place to sleep and a few tasty “haycorns” to eat.

As we conclude 2020, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all who help make Helix Aviation Academy an amazing place to work. We are a community with many gifts and talents, which we share daily with one another and soon, our students. Our collective efforts to build an excellent place of learning are filled with passion, commitment and a willingness to make decisions that may be hard in the present, but will have a positive and lasting influence in the future for all.

In the spirit of this holiday season, I want to extend my thanks to all of you for everything that you do for our school and community. As we enjoy the upcoming holidays, it is my fervent wish that each of you receives and returns the seasonal bounty of blessings and good tidings that make these days truly special.

It is also during this time that I am reminded of my own good fortune to serve as the founding principal of Helix Aviation Academy. Indeed, my career as a public school educator has afforded me vast, varied and richly rewarding opportunities to teach and to learn from young people which is one of the greatest gifts that I have received. 

To Aviator families and the community, please have a safe and joyous holiday season.

Respectfully,

Charita Sellers
Founding Principal 
Curriculum Spotlight
CHECK OUT THESE RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS
Gateways to Hands-on Discovery
Project Lead the Way pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science engage students in hands-on activities, projects, and problems; empower them to solve real-world challenges, and inspire them to reimagine how they see themselves.
Cyber Technology Tidbits
7 of the Most Interesting Facts About Cyber Security
A computer hacker is the name given to the tech-savvy folks on both sides of the internet battlefront. Bad guys or “black hat” hackers are the ones trying to break into computer systems, steal data, and install harmful software. The “white hat” hackers are cybersecurity heroes that develop ways to catch bad guys and stop malicious programs from doing damage. That’s interesting nomenclature, right?
Community Outreach
Toy Give-Away with Darry Beckwith Foundation
at
Gardere Community Christian School
(Wednesday, December 16, 2020)
A special shout out goes to the Darry Beckwith Foundation for allowing us to partner with them to make today an unforgettable day for students at Gardere Community Christian School. All K - 5 students received two gifts each. Their families, teachers, and staff have done a great job teaching them the true meaning of Christmas, and how giving is always the ultimate gift.

We would also like to thank the Principal and wonderful staff Gardere Community Christian School for the warm welcome and show of gratitude. Happy Holidays from Helix Aviation Academy.
Helix Community Schools
and Darry Beckwith
Darry Beckwith speaks
One of our Little Participants and her artwork
For the video, please click here.
Helix Community Schools
Toy Drive & Turkey Give Away
(Tuesday, December 22, 2020)
Helix Aviation Academy welcomed families into our 10,000 square foot hangar on yesterday, enforcing strict covid 19 protocols, to share the joy of giving as we were able to provide over 100 families gifts and turkeys. It was amazing to join in on Helix Community Schools 1st Annual Toy & Turkey Giveaway. Thank you to our sponsors for making yesterday possible.
Thank you to our sponsors for making this day possible.
The safest way to celebrate winter holidays is at home with the people who live with you. Travel and gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase your chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu. Consider other ways to celebrate the holidays.

Upcoming Sessions
Aviation 10: 
December 29, 2020
at 6:00 - 6:10
via Facebook Live
Come Join Us for a Live Show: Every Tuesday night from 6:00 pm - 6:10 pm we share highlights about our school and programs.
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February, 12, 2020

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