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Show Page ID North Edition Lakeside Review Wednesday, January 9, 1985 Davis Vocational Center Offers More Opportunities '4& enrolling nearly a year ago in the program that, with virtually all DAVC offerings, lets the student choose what areas hell specialize in and work at his own pace. This is a very good program-main- ly because of whose running it, he said, echoing the sentiments of other students when referring to instructor Juan Allred. Brockman is no stranger to vocational education, though, having planned a career as vocational instructor before switching gears. Now, hes not only fulfilling a personal interest but should be of help to his son whos launched a diesel trucking business. Allreds program involves students with a lot fewer years behind them, though, as well, such horse sleigh. pays good. as Craig Tyteca of Farmington. As a welder, you may be hand-- . Beyond that, she looks at the training ed a rough sketch of a table and fact its an expanding field, not Hes gaining at a large grocery store chains be asked to weld something func-- ; boring; you get to do a lot of diftruck depot while continuing his tional and beautiful as a result, ferent things. In the program Williams said. That means since Sept. 26, shes got her eye studies at the DA VCs year-ol- d career and facility boasting lots of knowledge of basic geometry on a equipment like whats I want to blueprint reading, ability to figure says, found in industry. and know heat formula and stress build my own submarine. Speaking of Allred, the young The automotive diesel program levels and, of course, know how student praised teaching methods is to read all of that so you can another of the courses taught at allow a student to first try that DA VC. make use said. he of, readily his a concept and then hand at Who says reaching age 65 has d Combined with that is an a walk through that inget to signal the end to a productive coordination that not everycludes teaching you all about life that includes pursuing a caan area of study. bodys blessed with, he contin- reer or related interests? ued, throwing in ambidexterity, Allred is no stranger to either For John Rynerson, retirement or the ability to use both hands his hands dirty as a frongetting from has meant just industry You might be well, to boot. tline mechanic, or to the chalk changing roles as he quickly disstrapped 200 feet up in the air covered board of a classroom. He operatstaring at four walls gets and forced to hold on with one ed his own automotive diesel fast. who old The Ogden resident, hand, and weld with the other, business in Cache Valley for not Im quickly emphasized the experienced many years before trading hats as afraid to get my hands dirty, has noted. a teacher, putting in 10 years at y and a business Viewmont High Schools automoCiting Davis traded a the north end around the Freesuit for overalls and a wrench, as tive program before joining port Center--as the most concem-trate- d he literally immersed himself in DAVCs fledgling program six in the state for welding the Davis Area Vocational Cenyears ago as instructor. opportunities, Williams recalled a ters diesel automotive training Holding both bachelor and 100 percent placement of adult program. masters degrees in industrial edstudents last year and an inability The World War II prisoner of ucation from Utah State Univerto meet all the demand so far this war victim brings diverse experisity, Allred said of the role year. ence to his decision that led to change, I figured I could contrib- - The Davis ArThe class, geared to individual ea Vocational Center offers both students takes about a year to students and adults provide necessary proficiency and , high school opportunities for further educa- - gain welding certification, but tion. students have a myraid of course Most of the schools classes are areas they can study, both in; taught at the Kaysville campus at through ; 550 E. 300 S.; however the weld- - struction to donning the apron, ing class is housed in the Layton gloves and safety glasses for a it on the shop High school awaiting the comple- - practical ' tion of a new shop now under floor. construction in Kaysville. Among those adults concenmade of trating all day, five days a week, Virtually anything metal requires some form of on welding is Diane Morgan of welding, emphasized Rogers Bountiful, a single head of houseWilliams, welding instructor at hold, raising a family. I really the center. He and his crew are enjoy it because I have a talent churning out everything from gas for Im good with my hands ; tanks to trailers, cattle racks, sevand its food money. With kids, eral stoves and even a Christmas you have to have something that ' UA V, . My KAYSVILLE - WYSYtiXiP) "A : . ' Y'" ; ' &A ' 'A ' ' 'V yy- ' , S. , "AY H mm re yo. 4 &I go-at-- it-- ; - I ' I ' state-of-the-a- n w. Jjii tmtj. rt VS j5ipe-weldi- ll half-seriousl- y, eye-han- or County-especiall- BOUNTIFULS Diane Morgan studies welding pletes training at Davis Area Vocational her sights set on a job when she com- - ter. ute to the educational system with the background I have, giving an added dimension of experience. Students must have mechanical aptitude combined with some industrial arts or automotive class experience if theyre high schoolers looking at entering the program, for instance, although he emphasize mechanical aptitude is a must. They need to know something before they get here--it- s tough and demanding. - Its not a fix-- shop just to come work on your car, he added, pointing to big, heavy-dut- y it pre-te- st st al We do not have the traditionp system. An individual lock-ste- studies (in the classroom and on the shop floor) and then I meet with him to answer questions, the instructor said. Noting requests for qualified students come in regularly that cant be filled, Allred strongly stressed a job market that likely will mean earning $9 an hour or more after two years experience up to $13 or more. Those just starting, though, should plan on earning half that, he adds. More information is available by calling DAVC at 546-244- STATUS: (Circle appropriate responses) Over Under Over 20 20 60 Parent Teacher Chalk Line Speak trucks with engines and equipment to match. Its not the backyard, shade-tre- e variety of class provided there, Allred continued, stressing a need to be able to read while utilizing good knowledge back ground. Students arent expected to be experts when they arrive, though, he quickly added, indicating a is given on, say, front ends. Even if a student fails miserably, thats a way to individualize a program leading to success by the time the 80 hour module is completed and a post-teadministered. Up Crowding 1. School Administrator If parent, childrens ages: (Circle appropriate responses) Kind. Out of Jr. High School School School High Elementary Scheduling and priorities (keep in mind that if double sessions are required, this will have a drastic effect on working schedules and latch-ke- y children.) I would have to change my schedule drastically to Pre- - On School Cen-wit- h r 8e Dear Readers, Utah schools have the largest class size in the nation. Everyone wishes for smaller classes and we all know that even the finest of teachers is rendered less and less effective as class sizes increase. It is one thing, however, REHEARSING scene from Davis High produc- tion of Fiddler on the Roof are Bob Aamodt to passively want something; it is quite another thing to be required to change work schedules, tax levels, etc. to get what we say we want. This is a very simple survey to get grass and Mindy Pincock. roots feelings; i.e., how Davis Will Present Fiddler The play KAYSVILLE' an in impoverAnatevka, opens ished peasant town in Russia. The people of Anatevka are simple and hear little news of the outside world. Their lives are d governed strictly by the laws of tradition. Fiddler on the Roof, one of favorite musicals, is the age-ol- all-ti- being presented on the stage at Davis High School Jan. 10, 12, 14 and 15. The Davis High School Musical Production Company has been studying Jewish culture and traditions since September in preparations for this production. They have taken on some ambitious choreography and detailed directing to make this one of the best performances on the amateur stage. The play is under the direction of Sherrie Cole. All performances will begin at 7 p.m. Reserved seats are $2.50 and may be purchased from the students in the production or at the ticket office at Davis High se- riously do we really want smaller classes? Do take a minute to fill this out (and give one to a friend, PTAs etc.!). If I get enough responses to make this survey a valid one, I will see that our legislators, lobbyists and education leaders know how we feel. I will also publish the results. Clip and mail survey to: Educational Survey 2146 N. Main Layton, Ut. 84041. To weigh the effectiveness of one program against the cle the word you feel is most accurate: Career ladders (more less equal) impact on education compared to the smaller classes. Please feel free to send in additional comments with School District. They are, secondary schools: WEDNESDAY, January 9: English fish and chips wtarter sauce shades of green salad OR cole slaw (students choice), whole wheat rolls wbutter, choice of cream pies, milk CHOICE: HIGH SCHOOL Burger bar, salad line CHOICE: JR. HIGH - Hot dog THURSDAY, January 10: Roast beef, whipped potatoes -- wbrown gravy, buttered carrots, hot rolls wpeanut butter & honey, choice of fresh fruit, doughnuts wassorted frostings, milk CHOICE: HIGH SCHOOL -- Burger bar, salad line milk CHOICE: HIGH SCHOOL Burgar bar, salad line CHOICE: JR. HIGH MONDAY, January 14: Spaghetti wmeat sauce, tossed salad wchoice of dressing, warm french bread wgarlic butter, school day cookie, milk CHOICE: HIGH SCHOOL Burger bar, salad line CHOICE: JR. HIGH - -- Ham-burg- er wlettuce & dills January 15: TUESDAY, Sliced turkey wdressing, whipped potatoes wgravy, buttered broccoli, red set salad, roll wbutter, pumkin se - your in Davis sauce, french fries wcatsup, carrot & cabbage slaw wsweet & MONDAY, January beef sandwich Elementary schools: wbutter, strawberry sauce over & celery stick, WEDNESDAY, January 9: Hamburger on a bun wlettuce & dill slice, oven fries wcatsup, chilled peaches, choice of cookie, Apple wheels, milk CHOICE: HIGH SCHOOL -- Burger bar, salad line CHOICE: JR. HIGH - Stacked sour dressing, -- CHOICE: JR. HIGH - Hamburger wpickle, lettuce FRIDAY, January 11: Taco salad, cinnamon rolls, impact of School. Weeks Lunch Menus Scheduled for Schools Menus have been chosen for students in the Davis County other, cirwill have pie, milk milk KINDERGARTEN SNACK -- Bread stick, milk THURSDAY, January Baked Fish (3oz.) r 10: wtartar bowknow rolls pound cake, milk KINDERGARTEN SNACK choice -- FRIDAY, January 11: Chili, Crisp vegetable sticks chuck wagon bread topping, jello wtopping, 'A Banana raisin oatmeal cookie, milk KINDERGARTEN SNACK Cookie, milk t -- 14: Stacked Ham Sandwich wcheese stick, tator tots, carrot chilled applesauce, of cookie, milk KINDERGARTEN SNACK Cookie, milk TUESDAY, Janaury 15: Roast turkey, whipped potatoes wgravy, buttered broccoli, toll wbutter, pumpkin pie wtopping, milk KINDERGARTEN SNACK Small roll, milk -- se i i -- |