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Show 4 The Magna TimesWest Valley Newsjhursday, March 1, 2001 School Education educator honored Art-i-n Artistic Resource miSKlEQ for Teachers and Students, Inc. is urith Judy Weefe proud to announce Pauline from Evans Stansbury Elementary School, Granite School District as one of the recipients of the Statewide D The Third Annual Awards Utahs most outstanding educators Gala, honoring some of both the Utah House of Representatives and the Utah Senate. With this gala event Governor Michael 0. Leavitt BENNETT, State Pauline Evans receives award from Scott Anderson of ZIONS Bank. six. Applicants applied personally or were nominated by their school, the district or by other individuals. Entries weie judged totally on artistic merit creativity, and educational structure. Founded in 1961, Artistic Director accepted die award for the Senator. Resource for Teachers and This statewide competition was open to all educators grades kindergarten through organization that involves Artists, Business Students, Inc., is a not-fr- o -- profit and Community Leaders, School Parents, Teachers, The Utah State Office of Education and interested individuals collectively working together on behalf of classes. If you want to make sure your student is ready for education beyond high school, here are recommendations from ACT, makers of the college entrance exam, the ACT Assessment. Its never too early to think about college preparation, choices made as a freshman and sophomore could affect choices for the rest of the student's life. By selecting a strong academic program in high school, the student is preparing well for college. In fact, the ACT, used for college admission by almost all U.S. colleges and universities, measures what the student has learned in high school to estimate how well he or she is expected to do in college. Most college admissions professionals say the courses a student takes in high school and his or her grades are the most important pieces of information in considering college admission. Grades and courses show the students potential and work ethic. through his love and dedication of science, the entire district has ben-efitte- d. not only entertains but ports the states sup- m Currently, A.R.T.S., Inc., sponsors 1 2 different performing arts groups in elementary schools. This past year they provided more than 500 programs, reaching more than 200,000 children, in 27 of the 40 school districts in Utah. District Fine Arts Specialists, in fine arts to every elementary school throughout the state. Garfield and Great lake were selected names to choose from, but other choices are encouraged. If you have an idea, please email me at judyweeksqwest.net or telephone me at 966-557Please keep in mind that names of living people should be avoided. For further information, Ernie contact Doose, Executive Director, A.R.T.S., 7. - office Inc., at www.ArtsInEducation.org The annual Granite District ACT has a recommended list of high school courts that students can use as a guide for planning their choices. Be sure to check with the colleges and universities of interest to compare the requirements. The ACT minimum recommendations are: English: four ears Mathematics: three years (algebra and higher level math) Natural Sciences: three years, with lab experience. Social Studies: three years Foreign languages: two units in the same language Additional courses: visual arts, music, theatre, drama, dance, computer science. A students chance of success in Kennecott shares Jazz tickets with students For the past two years, David Latvin, director of public and gov- ernment affairs for Kennecott Minerals Company, has invited college is greatly enhanced by taking rigorous courses in all subjects, especially in math. Research from ACT shows that students who take more math classes are better prepared for college than other students and score higher on the ACT overall. For more college and career planning information www.act.org, m. (v ,n j attend Utah Jazz games seated in Kennecotts suite at the Delta Center. So far, ten Granite schools have participated by sending ten deserving students and two chaperones. Kennecott Minerals is offering this generous opportunity as part of its community relations activities. The company not only provides the tickets, but it hosts the students and chaperones with light refresh Cyprus Network attended the games. This year, elementary students from Hunter Network have had the privilege. Kennecott officials ask the schools to select, through whatever process they choose, students who have not had an opportunity to attend a lazz game. The project is coordinated through the district School Services office. All the students and chaperones report that theyve had a wonderful time and that it was a fantastic experience. Ating, the staff, parents and administration from Brockbank Junior High provided an update on the block schedule they have been using this year. According to surveys that have been given to parents, students and teachers, the pilot project has been very successful. They will continue ; the program for the rest of this year ; and the next at which time they will come back to the board for ' final approval. Investments of teacher vice and utilizing best instructional practices are some reasons that the 1 project is succeeding according to those who presented. , t , The next School Board meeting will be held on March 8, at 7 p.m. in-se- r- . Single Story, Carefree Living Senior Community junior high students from the dents from Granite District to sit . ments. Last year, elementary and stu- i Science Fair will be held on March 2, at Granite Park Junior High. The awards ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. is so rewarding to see the of accomplishment on the faces of the participants. It has become such a tradition, I make sure my schedule is open so I can be there. I appreciate the students, parents and teachers who dedicate their time to do projects and help to make the occasion so successful. The Granite School District is It His passion can be felt when you visit his office. Words do not adequately describe the atmosphere that surrounds you. It instantly compels your mind to investigate further and garner more knowledge about everything. He welcomes calls and is willing to provide assistance to anyone who is interested in scientific academia. His telephone number is Sixth graders at Pleasant Green Elementary are preparing for their annual Medieval Fair to be held on Thursday, March 8th. Exact details were not available at press time, but Principal Kissell wanted to make sure that it was on everyones schedule. Students have been studying World History and are preparing skits, music and other fun activities for the evening. our last school board meet263-623- 9. A It is the aspiration of A.R.T.S., Inc., to provide educational arts programming that Choosing the classes that lead to success Its that time of year again. High school students are lining up to talk to their counselors about next falls him teach at the school, but blue ribbon activities of the day and I know the schools are trying to exceed in the expectations of those activities. Getting input from the community for the name of the new junior high is still a priority for the Selection Committee. survey has been sent to the elementary schools in the area as well as Brockbank and Hunter Junior High. Aurora, Copperview, Elk Run, Titan, Uintah, Olympic, Sunburst, Sunridge, Hawthorne, served as Deputy I nity to read at Granger Elementary again. Last year it was gratifying to see the children engrossed in the declared the week of Feb. 4-- 1 0, as Partners for Week in Utah. Educator awards were presented by: Event sponsor Scott R.T.S., Inc. honorary Chair of the Board, Kurt Bestor was on hand to present the Roene B. DiFiore Lifetime Achievement Award to Senator Robert F. Bennett. Janet H. larger and more significant each year. know the students of Hunter High feel the loss of not having day, pick up the phone and teer. I am excited about the opportu- scheduled on the calendars of A.- ing this event volun- anniversary this event was master of ceremonies at Read Across the been the focus of the Granite School District. If you have not been contacted by your local school to participate in this fun was held Tuesday, Feb. 6 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake. In celebration of their 40th from KTVX for America event that will be held on March 2? 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