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March 2nd- March 6th
Hot Shots & Hot Jobs: Pilots Enjoy Breathtaking Views & Plentiful Job Options!
1) Read:
Since the Wright brothers’ historic takeoff from Kitty Hawk in 1903, many of us have grown up with dreams of working in aviation. The possibilities for trained pilots are varied—from piloting huge passenger jets across the ocean to guiding small aircraft for police, fire and medical operations—and the job prospects are higher now than ever.
“Airlines are experiencing a shortage of pilots because most of the baby boomers are starting to retire,” says Gabrielle DiSanza, a flight instructor at Liberty University. “So right now there is a desperate need for pilots in the regionals, in the majors, all over aviation.”
To address this need, Liberty offers Bachelor degree programs that prepare students to be professional pilots, including the required pilot licenses.
“The first half of my day might be sitting in a classroom,” says Harley Holman, one of DiSanza’s students who is majoring in Aeronautics. “And then the second part is where I have class in an airplane.”
The training involves lots of learning on the ground about the physics and safety involved in flight. When those concepts are mastered, students take to the sky. Computerized flight simulators are also used to help students work on specific details without spending time or fuel on an actual flight.
“Right now is a phenomenal time to consider becoming a pilot as your choice of career,” says DiSanza.“Airplane pilot is a hot job because of the amazing benefits it offers,” says Holman, “and the unique experiences that you can’t get at any other job in the world.”
2) Watch a video at this link.
3) Research to answer the following questions - share a Google Doc with me or send me an email.
a) What does it take to become a pilot?
b) What kinds of employers are looking for pilots?
c) What can a professional pilot expect to earn?
d) What is the job outlook for this kind of work?
e) What should I study to be prepared for a job in aviation?
Email Mr. Condon for more information!
Science Bee
Science Bee
All WMS 7th & 8th graders will have an opportunity to take a Science Bee qualifying test - date to be determined. This test will be taken during the day in Science class. The top scorers on the qualifying test will be invited to participate in the WMS Science Bee. This contest is sponsored by IAC-International Academic Competitions.
Sponsored by the University of Nebraska State Museum at Morrill Hall, click the image above to learn about different astronomy topics through virtual Planetarium experiences. These videos will discuss planets, constellations, the moon and other aspects of space and the galaxy.
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7th Grade
Investigating Matter
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7th Grade
Reactions
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Ecosystems
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Natural Selection & Adaptations
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Waves
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Energy
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Non-Contact Forces
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Astronomy
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