FACE Newsletter March 2021

Spring Break, March 15-19th 2021

Student Holiday/Staff Development Day, March 22nd 2021

Report Cards available on Home Access Center, March 29th 2021

Senior Class of 2021 Meeting, March 22nd

Beginning of the 4th Nine Weeks Grading Period, March 23rd 2021

Spring Holiday, April 2nd 2021

Blanson Prom, May 15th 2021

Blanson Graduation, May 27th 2021

Are you interested in Applying to Blanson for the 2021-2022 School Year?

Blanson CTE High School application for the 2021-2022 school year for incoming 9th graders is now available for all programs of study. Click here to apply https://enroll.aldineisd.org

There is one application for all schools of choice, but you will have the opportunity to apply to Blanson CTE and our programs. Your first, second, and third choice can all be Blanson CTE if you desire. To help you prioritize your programs of interest, click here https://blansonhs.aldineisd.org/programs/ for a description of each program Blanson offers:

If you have questions, contact Wanda Ardoin-Bailey at blansonctehs@aldineisd.org or call 281-878-3769.

Ms. Courtney Davis joins the Blanson family as the new Instrumentation and Process Control teacher. She is from Spring, Texas and graduated high school from Northland Christian. Ms. Davis pursued a Bachelors of Science Degree in Environmental Engineering from Texas A & M University-Kingsville. She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Sustainability and Environmental Compliance. Ms. Davis comes to us with a variety of industry experiences including having completed an internship with Citgo Petroleum Corporation in Corpus Christi, Texas and having worked for 3M Company in Brownwood, Texas as an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer. She is happy to be back home, and here at Blanson CTE High School, and looks forward to helping students learn, grow, and achieve their dreams the best way that she can!

Advise TX is part of the College Advising Corps, the largest college access program in the nation. Advise TX dedicates itself to increase college access to first-generation low-income and underrepresented high school students. Ms. Gonzalez's purpose is to not recruit for Texas A&M University but for all higher education institutions and to match each student with postsecondary education.

Ms. Gonzalez will assist students with college applications, essays, SAT/ACT, FAFSA/TAFSA, scholarships, resumes, interviews, military enrollment and more.

If you want to contact Ms. Gonzalez, her email is sngonzalez@tamu.edu or you can call Blanson and ask to talk to her.

Its hard to believe that graduation is just around the corner in a short 2 1/2 months! Please read the important reminders and task list below to make sure that all 12th grade students are on track to graduate on May 27th.

Senior To Do List

1. All seniors must complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Parents will need to use their 2019 Tax Return for the 2021-2022 School Year application. Students/Parents should contact their counselor for assistance or contact our College Advisor, Ms. Stephanie Gonzalez. Ms. Gonzalez can be reached at spo-sgonzalez@contract.aldineisd.org
2. Complete the Texas Common Application (if not completed already) at www.applytexas.org. This is a good practice even if you plan to enter the workforce immediately after high school-- As a just in case!
3. Apply for the Aldine Education Foundation Scholarship.
4. Order your cap and gown from Josten's at www.jostens.com/. Blanson Graduation will be held at Thorne Stadium at 10 am on Thursday, May 27th.
5. Clear any NGs from last semester by contacting the teacher of the class that you NG'd.
6. Keep up with your coursework so that you do not have any NGs for the Spring semester
7. Check your email DAILY for updates on senior activities, NGs, scholarship info, etc.
8. Touch base with your counselor to ensure that you are on track for graduation!
9. Save the date and start saving up $money$ for PROM! Prom will be held at Enchanted Cypress Ballroom on May 15th and tickets will be on sale soon at $100.00 per ticket.
10. Save the date for an upcoming senior meeting on March 22nd via Zoom. Meeting information will be emailed to all 12th grade students.

Blanson CTE is proud to announce their Employees of the Months of January and February. Each month, CTE teachers from each of the three CTE academies nominate students and from that group, an employee of the month is selected.

January Employees of the Month

The Academy of Construction, Manufacturing, and Automotive Technology selects Marc McVay as its employee of the month.

The teacher who nominated Marc had this to say about him: Marc is really good about coaching students that are new to SkillsUSA. Marc is always quick to help the younger students in his class. especially while working on our CAD system. He is weeks ahead of the other students with CAD/CAM. He is one of the most polite and pleasant students.

The Academy of Information and Engineering Technology selects Jhnonatan Villenueva and Fatimah Maze as its employees of the month.

The teacher who nominated Jhnonatan has this to say: Jhonatan has been working extremely hard for our program this month. From assisting in getting video announcements ready to air, he is also part of the announcement team. He has begun experimenting with the camera based on what he has learned in class and took that knowledge to film the Senior Sunrise. Jhonatan always has a smile on his face and is excited to learn something new. His enthusiasm is infectious and has become a reliable leader in the A/V program. Jhonatan has raised his grades in most of his classes, he is constantly improving.

Fatimah's teacher had this to say: When I think of our core values, she is the epitome of self-management. Even though she is virtual, she always manages to turn her work in on time, and she was one of the 1st students to have tasks done for the University of Houston certification. I can depend on her and communicate with her on any issues that she may have, and she always has a cheerful demeanor.

The Academy of Health and Human Services selects Lauren Dubon as its employee of the month.

Lauren's teacher had this to say about her: She is currently serving as the Historian and Parliamentarian for our Blanson HOSA chapter this year. Even though we have just started to meet and organize the events for HOSA this year, she has already demonstrated great professionalism, enthusiasm, and responsibility in her duties as HOSA officer. I am very impressed by this student.

February Employees of the Month

Academy of Construction, Manufacturing, and Automotive Technology selects Alan

Martinez and Saul Arambula as its employees of the month.

Alan's teacher had this to say about him: Alan has always been quick to pick up on assignments in my class. He is also quick to help other students complete their work. Alan has started helping our freshman machining students with their classwork and mentoring them. He went above and beyond during the ice storm and did his SkillsUsa contest from home during the storm.

Saul's teacher shared this: So far Saul has earned his ASE Diesel engine repair certification and Bendix Air brakes certificate. He is a great leader and role mode, other students in his class respect him and listen to him, Saul makes sure the job gets done. Saul does a very good job in the shop, hands on skills and with the books, always passes with flying colors. He always gives it 110%.

The Academy of Information and Engineering Technology selects Valtazar Iracheta

Vazquez and Osbiel Sanchez as its employees of the month.

Valtazar's teacher has this to say about him: When I was out, the student reorganized all of my z-books and moved them to their new cart and set it all up for me. This student is such a kind and amazing young man. He goes above and beyond and is always willing to help.

Blanson Students Place in District Science Fair

• Alexis Avilez and Ismael Dias placed 1st in the Behavioral & Social Science category. Jester Urbina took 1st place in the Energy & Transportation category. Jester and Ismael will be advancing to Regionals.
• Connor took 1st place in the Life Science 10-12th Digital Photography category.
• Science Bowl is also part of the District Science Fair and the following students placed. Juniper Boehler and Cristina Juarez placed 1st in the 9th grade Science Bowl. Leilani Diaz and Martin Saenz took 1st place in the 10-12th grade Science Bowl. Sophia Waterhouse and Vanessa Tapia placed 3rd in the 10-12th grade Science Bowl.

Blanson students brought back to Blanson 6 of the 9 banners awarded during the Science Fair.

Dr. Alberici is the sponsor for students participating in Science Fair.

Blanson Students Place 1st and 2nd at Aldine Welding Contest

This past January, Blanson students in the welding program represented Blanson in the best possible way by taking the top two positions in the competition. Elias Cervantes took 1st place and Erik Olvera placed 2nd. Mr. Lascano is the Welding CTE teacher here at Blanson. Congratulations to the students and Mr. Lascano.

Blanson Students Participate in Academic Decathlon Competition

Huge congratulations to student Leliani Diaz who placed 2nd in the area of Mathematics at the State Academic Decathlon meet held on February 26-28th. We are so proud of the entire decathlon team and sponsors Ms. Luis and Mr. Toner for excelling during a most unusual competition year.

Blanson Students Participate in District 8 SkillsUSA Competition

In February, Blanson students in Audio Video Production, Collision Repair, and Diesel Technology, Distribution and Logistics, and Machining programs of study participated in the District 8 SkillsUSA competition and won big! Competition results are as follows:

1st Place Collision Damage Appraisal-Daniel Diaz

1st Place Broadcast News Production-Johnny Garcia

1st Place Broadcast News Production-Karina Rodriguez

1st Place Broadcast News Production-Emily Fuentes

1st Place Automotive Trades-Denis Turcios

1st Place Automated Manufacturing-Joshua Lucero

1st Place Automated Manufacturing-Emily Gonzales

1st Place Automated Manufacturing-MarcAnthony McVay

1st Place Job Interview-Graciela Padron

1st Place Promotional Bulletin Board-Rojelio Rodriguez

1st Place Promotional Bulletin Board-Valtazar Vazquez

1st Place Promotional Bulletin Board-Fatimah Maze

1st Place Occupational Health-Angel Huicochea

1st Place Occupational Health-Jennifer Silva

1st Place Occupational Health- Angel Chairez

1st Career Pathway-Distribution and Logistics- Genesis Gonzales

1st Career Pathway-Distribution and Logistics- Dylan Hastings

1st Career Pathway-Distribution and Logistics- Jose Castro

1st Chapter Display-Jeni Flores

1st Chapter Display-Arely Pedraza

1st Chapter Display- Connor Carpenter

2nd Place Broadcast News Production-Eliabi Salmeron

2nd Place Broadcast News Production-Josue Leija

2nd Place Broadcast News Production-Arely Martinez

2nd Place Broadcast News Production-Gema Rodriguez

2nd Place Diesel Equipment Tech-Justhin DelAngel Molina

2nd Place CNC Turning Specialist-Alan Martinez

2nd Place Action Skills- Fatimah Maze

3rd Place Job Demonstration- Davis Pagan

3rd Place Automotive Trades Tool-Jose Pina Batajas

Shout out to sponsors Mr. Jenkins and J. Arriaga, Mr. M. Arriaga, Mr. Benitez, Mr. Bingham and Mrs. Kiser, and Mr. Rankin for working with these outstanding students.

The Family and Community Engagement Team has compiled a list of resources to help you during the pandemic. From community resources to job opportunities, we hope this list can help you find what you are looking for.

Adult Education

http://bit.ly/Adulteducation

Community Resources

http://bit.ly/communityResources

Instructional Resources

http://bit.ly/InstructionResource

Job Opportunities

http://bit.ly/Jobopportunites

United Way of Greater Houston

http://bit.ly/Unitedway

Workshop Resources

http://bit.ly/workshopresource

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