This Week in Aviation (Aug 31 – Sep 4)

Dear Parents and students,

I am excited to see some of the students in person this coming week.  It has been manageable to work online but I much prefer to see the students in person.  Plus, let’s be honest, the students need more exercise.  Sitting on the couch or bed all day is not very constructive towards their long term health!   In Aviation especially I am excited to see them work on their projects in class.  We have some very exciting projects on the horizon.

I just created a donors choose campaign to purchase computers for class. If you would like to donate anything towards this, you may do so here: Computers for Class.    If you donate by September 3 your donation will be doubled thanks to DonorsChoose. Just enter the code LIFTOFF on the payment page and you’ll be matched dollar for dollar (up to $50).

Here is our class schedule for the week:

Continue building hot air balloons in class Continue building hot air balloons in class

Finish hot air balloons

2C1
Bellwork: Do flying squirrels and flying fish fly or glide?  Why?
Project:  Lesson C1 Student Activity 1: Gliding or flying (Attached in Classwork)

2C2
Bellwork: Explain the concepts of lift, thrust, weight and drag
LOOK AHEAD* Project:  Lesson C2 Student Activity 1: Build and Test your own glider (Attached in Classwork)

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All work is due Friday by 3 PM
Powerpoints of lessons are attached here for those who miss class.

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I would love to hear any feedback or questions you or your student may have.  Feel free to contact me via email at any time.

Thank you again for sharing your wonderful student with us this year,

Chris Newton

Aviation
San Tan Charter High School
cnewton@santancharterschool.com