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Where Did Our Teachers Go? [Summer 2010]

Back by popular demand. Here are some pictures shared by teachers on their summer travels.

Thanks for sharing.

Reclining Buddha In Bagan Myanmar — Reclining Buddha in Bagan, Myanmar

Taj Mahal In Agra India — Taj Mahal in Agra, India

The first picture is of a reclining Buddha in Baga, Myanmar. The second is of a Brahmin priest performing the nightly ceremony to put the River Ganges to sleep at night in Varanasi, India. The third photo is the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. (Spalding)

Photo 1: Keunjeong-jeon, the royal throne hall is Korea’s largest surviving wooden structure. Kings conducted state affairs, held official functions, and received foreign envoys here. Built in 1394, high ranking officials assembled in this court to pay respect to their kings.

Photo 2: The Grand Hyatt in Seoul, South Korea. Photo taken from bedroom in the Grand Hyatt. Hilary Clinton stayed there this summer also. It is GREAT when someone else pays your way to vacation and work. Or it is work and vacation? (Reff)

In July, I went to London for 5 days, then on a 12-day Baltic Capitals (Copenhagen, Denmark; Berlin/Warnemuende, Germany; Tallinn, Estonia; St. Petersberg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden) Cruise. (Stull)

Northern Pike And Walleye — Pederson Family catch Northern Pike & Walleye

These two pictures were taken in the Northern Boundary Waters of Minnesota. My son Christopher caught a Northern Pike and I have a Walleye. Then there is the sunset looking toward Canada.

Saul Making Shokshuka — Saul making Shokshuka

Josh and Saul Ostroff making “Shokshuka” for breakfast at summer camp in the Pocono Mountains of P.A. Shokshuka is an Arabic Dish popular in the Middle East. It is similar to huevos rancheros, heavy on the tomatoes or salsa. (Ostroff)

Travis In Kauai Hawaii — Travis in Kauai, Hawaii

First photo is from Kauai, Hawaii and the second is in Boston. (Klein)

New Principal Carlos Armendariz

Carlos Armendariz was officially appointed Principal of Pueblo High School by the TUSD Governing Board for the 2010-2011 school year. Carlos served as interim when Patricia Dienz was appointed Director Of High School in February of 2010. He’s been a part of Pueblo’s administrative team for the last 5 years.

In his own words:

“I am honored to have been appointed as Principal of Pueblo High School for the 2010-2011 school year. “

Congratulations Class Of 2010 [UPDATED]

On behalf of the faculty and staff at Pueblo, we would like to congratulate the families and friends of the 320 graduates of the class of 2010. (Most since 2004).

Update: [Video Of Graduation Ceremony]

[Picture Gallery Of Graduation Ceremony ]

[Picture Gallery Of Graduation Practice]

Anatomy Rube Goldberg Project 2010

The Anatomy class finished their 2 week project of creating Rube Goldberg machines to demonstrate the anatomy of our eyes and ears.

The students had to build their contraptions using only recyclable materials. Here’s a video on what the 6 teams learned:

After they ran the machines the class celebrated with nachos. Thanks for inviting us to cover your project.

Dr. Lettes Goes To Biotechnology Institute

Dr. Lettes attended the Biotechnology Institute in Chicago over the weekend. He presented to 100 biotechnology teachers from the United States, and 100 science teachers from the Chicago area.

Dr Andrew Lettes Presenting At Biotechnology Institute — Dr. Lettes presenting at Biotechnology Institute

The title of his presentation was Biotechnology, A Mission In South Tucson. He was delighted to speak about our students who have enrolled in the Biotechnology Program.

Thanks for sharing the pictures of your trip Dr. Lettes.

Danny Corrales On Warrior News

Danny Corrales, from the Class of 2002, made a guest appearance on Warrior News today. Danny is currently an Associate Producer at ESPN and works on SportsNation. He offered some great insight to the advanced class media students and shared some great from his different work experiences.

Brian Ortega interviewed Danny on-air and asked him for advice on a future career in media:

For his accomplishments in media, Danny was inducted to the Warrior Media Hall Of Fame.

Thank you for stopping by and we wish you continued success.