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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Meeting Information Students will meet for two (2) hours on a monthly Southern University basis. Meeting times and locations are to be determined; schedules will be distributed by the High School Principal or his/her designee. Independent School District The 2-hour meeting format will include 3 seg- ments: (College and Career Readiness)

Sterling High School Learning Activity Houston Airport System 1st Segment: Lecture Carnegie Vanguard High School Learning Activity/Project Activity Movie/Video NASA-Johnson Space Center Aviation2013 - 2014 Club minutes Webinar 45 Round-table discussion Aerospace Industry Award Winning Enrichment Activity Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership 2nd Segment: Facility Tours Enrichment Work environment/site visits Activity Colleges/universities campus visits minutes 45

Mentoring Activity 3rd Segment: Networking opportunities Mentoring Meet with College professors Activity Other high school students For more information please email us at: minutes Airport personnel 30 Airline personnel [email protected] Aerospace business leaders Dear Houston Student, Membership Criteria History

I am pleased to welcome you to a new opportu- Membership is open to HISD high school Founded in Fall 2012, the Aviation Club offers nity that may open your world to a future in avia- students from Sterling or Carnegie Vanguard learning and development opportunities to young tion and aerospace. campuses in grades 9-12. people who share a passion for aviation. In July As the director of aviation for the fourth largest 2012, The Club was awarded 1st place by the city in the , it is my honor to partner Students must be in good standing with a mini- Airport Council International (ACI) for excellence with Houston area high schools in a partnership mum GPA of 2.5. in airport marketing and communications. to grow interest in an important field that has a strong connection to the community nicknamed, “Space City.” Students must maintain satisfactory attendance Why an Aviation Club? at meetings throughout the year. As a teenager, I became fascinated with aviation Will offer students the opportunity to person- and I enjoy the journey I experience as first a Students have a desire and passion for explor- ally connect on a monthly basis and exchange pilot and later as an executive for airports in ing post secondary educational and career three major U.S. cities. ideas with diverse and successful opportunities in aerospace or aviation. aviation/aerospace leaders and educators in My dream is to create a Houston-based initiative the industry. geared to launching the passion for flying in the Mission next generation of aviators and space pioneers. Will provide students with an opportunity to Thanks for your interest in this exciting journey. To create an educational and learning experi- work directly with mentors to foster educa- ence for students that ignites an interest in aero- tional growth and leadership development. Sincerely, space careers. Will offer students the opportunity to meet their To promote interest for students in pursuing a peers from other high schools who share their post secondary degree in aerospace or aviation common enthusiasm, excitement and energy related careers at community colleges and for aviation/aerospace related careers. universities with related degree disciplines. Mario C. Diaz Will offer students enrichment opportunities Director of Aviation To support area students’ inter- with monthly field trips that will engage est in aerospace and aviation careers. students in practical and hands-on experi- ences to become better acquainted with strategic and operational issues facing the aviation and aerospace industry.