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Show .THE WEST MOUNTAIN TIMES, NOVEMBER 19, 1981, PAGE FOUR Geographic educators honor Westover By REGINA COATS Tunes Stiff Russell Doutt, right, smiles broadly with his new American flag in one band and his winning What Makes America Free? essay in the other. Nine contest finalists with their flags are seated behind him. Front row, from left, Jason Rackley, Todd Manookin, Synda Stohl, Adam Winger; second row, David Morrow, Cindy Moon, Man dy Galloway, Phillip Jorsin, and Lori Twelves. Eight ad ditional participants were also given smaller flags. Standing in the back row are Kelly Molyneux, Braidy Molyneux, Eldora McPhie, Travis Harrison, Russell Cowlishaw, Tiffany Peters, Rebecca Krogh, and Cynthia Bates. Lake Ridge honors essay contest winners By REGINA COATS Times Stuff Three shouts for the red, white, and blue rang through the room of Lake Ridge Elementary School Friday as students gathered to honor student essay contest writers. Representatives of the Utah Air NCO Academy Guard National Graduates Association were on hand to present winner Russell B. Doutt, Jr., 7424 Gettysburg Drive, Magna, with a SSO savings bond. PTA members were also in attendance to present ten contest e American flags finalists with for outside house display. Eighteen students participated in the contest, writing essays to the theme, The What Makes America Free? eight participants whose essays were not chosen as finalists, were presented with multi-purpo- se with students the history of their countrys flag. Technical Sergeant Phyllis Sandstrom explained to the children that it is proper to salute the first flag in a parade by standing when the flag comes within six feet of its audience, and by keeping your hand on your heart until it passes by. The first five flags of the U.S. were presented by a student color guard, and children sang America. Students were also told stories of the lack of freedom that exists in many countries throughout the world. The proper way to fold a flag and the reasons for folding it that way were explained by Sandstrom. Master Sergeant Ken Shaw said the savings bond was presented to winner Russell Doutt as a service to the school and not supplied by government funds, 18 by 24 Hags. The special assembly, designed to but by voluntary contributions of recognize the student writers, reviewed Association members. full-siz- What Makes America Free? By Russell B. Doutt, Jr. The reason why we are free is that we had brave people in this country. The pilgrims wanted to be free so they came to this country to seek a new life and they did but they had to fight. So they in and The fought fought Revolutionary War and we won, but it was a long and tiring battle. And after that we had explorers who set out and explored new lands. And even in World War 1 and II we fought to keep this nation free and we did. And in this country we have rights that many countries dont have. Like worshipping where you like, say what you like, own things and live where you like, go to a good school, vote, have a trial by jury and many other things. So be proud to live in America. We the people make this country a free country. Kennedy J.H. is "Better than Ever" By TRUDY SKOGERBOE Times Correspondent KEARNS-T- he 1981-8- 2 school year under way at Kennedy Junior High, with one term now completed. Our theme for this year is Better Than Ever and it looks as if the student body officers are destined to make this year just that. The student body officers are: president, Tye Olsen; first vice president, Darin Atkinson; second vice president, David Duckworth; secretary, Todd Hagen; historian, Lisa Hansen; head cheerleader, Tracey Hibler. These officers were elected last May. They have a number of activities, assemblies, and dances planned for the students this year. Class elections were held in the latter part of September. The officers for ninth grade are: President, Jim Brey; Johnson; Nancy is well secretary, Heidi Bevan; PTSA, Cindy Andrus. Eight grade: president, Amy Smith; vice president, Celena Chadderdon; secretary, Paige Peterson; PTSA, Trina McAllister. Seventh grade: president, Lori Ann vice Todd Jacobsen; president, tirehinholt; secretary, Lori Larsen; PTSA, Moses Martinez. The ninth grade officers have planned an assembly on Nov. 25 and a dance on Dec. 4. Seventh and eight grade activities coming up also. The girls and boys volleyball season has come to an end. Both teams did very well this year. The record for the boys team is an even They were defeated by Valley Olympus, and Wasatch, and were victorious over Westlake, Granite Park, and Bcnnion. The girls record for the season was They were defeated by Valley and 3-- 4-- Granite Park, and were victorious over Wasatch, West Lake, Olympus, and Bennion. t The girls team had a chance to go to district, but in order to do so, Bennion had to beat Valley in the last game of the season and they didnt. Both teams displayed a tremendous amount of ability, and they should be congratulated for their fine work. Kennedy has a new principal this year, Richard Haacke. Actually Mr. Haacke is not new to Kennedy. Last year he was our vice principal, and in the spring he was promoted to vice principal at Cyprus High School. Now he has returned to be our new principal, and it is an honor to have him back with us at J.F.K. The cheerleaders from J.F.K. went to the University of Utah to compete in the Rocky Mountain Junior High School Division of Cheerleading clinic on Nov. 7. They finished in first place and trailing behind them was Montana in second place. The cheerleaders received a large trophy to display in the school trophy case and one hundred dollars to buy cheerleader equipment or whatever they decide. This award definitely shows that the cheerleaders and they for this year are have what it takes. The 1981-8- 2 cheerleaders are: Tracey PLEASE TURN TO PAGE S high-spirit- MAGNA Jon Westover is a teacher who enjoys teaching. He is also a teacher who recently received national recognition for his contributions to geographic education. Westover, who has taught at Brock-ban- k Junior High since he graduated with a degree in history and geography from the University of Utah 18 years ago, last week returned from a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, conference where he was named a Merit Teacher Award recipient for 1981. The award, first given in 1971, is designed to recognize outstanding teachers of geography who have made a major contribution to geographic education within their areas of jurisdiction, said James W. Vining, executive director of the Council For Geographic Education. To date, no more than five hundred educators from throughout the United and Canada have been States said recognized in this manner, Vining, in a letter to Westover informing him of the honor. This year's selection process was conducted primarily through the cooperation of state office of education supervisors or coordinators. Each state agency or educational association was invited to submit no more than five names in nomination for the award, program through the schools Salt Lake Center. He plans to finish in April. He says his students havent changed much over 18 years. Theyre still fun and They seem to have a greater capacity to learn now because of more exposure and more opportunity to learn verbal communication skills through television and the mass media, he said. Sometimes thats a handicap though, he admited. Some of the students find reading difficult because they arent used to having to visualize the action. After 18 years, Westover has no regrets about choosing to be a teacher. He's content in his position as head of Brockbank Junior Highs history department, and said he wouldnt enjoy an administrative school position because he would lose contact with the kids. said Theyre the best part, Westover, who plans to continue to increase his knowledge but probably wont seek the doctoral degree that could qualify him for administration work. The Westovers have two children, a Brockbank Junior High ninth grader, Michelle, and Magna Elementary sixth grader, Val. Westovers wife, Karen, is a secretary at Orchard Elementary. In the letter to Westover, Vinning added, The fact that your efforts and achievements have come to the attention of state education personnel is a tribute to your fine service to geographic education. Westover said the Granite School District paid his way to the annual awards banquet and teacher convention in Pittsburgh. The convention included workshops, demonstrations of skills and techniques, discussion sessions, and field trips. Westover and his wife, who accomhim at their own expense, were panied said Vining. able to do some sightseeing in addition to attending the convention. Being a geography teacher, 1 couldt just fly in and fly back out, By VICKY ADAMS said Westover with a smile. He and his Times Correspondent wife were able to see parts of MAGNA The Brockbank Junior Washington and Virginia as well as part High School girls volleyball team went of Pennsylvania. to regional for the first time against The Westovers enjoy travelling and Granite Park, Thursday, Nov. 12. have a trailer they use to see the interThe team did its best, but Granite mountain west. Visiting new places is won but sometimes the videotapes are fun, All students at Brockbank had Wedas good or better than being there, nesday off for parentteacher conferensaid the geography teacher. Weve ce. All parents and students were inbeen to the Grand Canyon a few times vited. Report cards were distributed at and have yet to see the bottom of it. the conference. Those not able to atwho was raised in Magna, Westover, tend received their report cards Thur- is currently working on a Brigham sday. Young University masters degree Pride Week will be held Nov. 23 to fun-lovin- Brockbank news 2-- 1. 25. Pictures were retaken Nov. 13 at Brockbank for all who missed picture day. The vocal music department will be performing at several shopping malls around Salt Lake City during December. West Lake J.H. held Leadership Seminar Nov. 11 By JACKIE and JEANNETTE FRANCIS Times Correspondents WEST VALLEY CITY-W- est Lake Junior High School held its annual Leadership Seminar Nov. 11. The theme for the evening was: Leadership: Tomorrows Hope. Members of the following organizations were represented: student body officers, class officers, cheerleaders, newspaper staff. Girls Council, Scholarship Committee and Service Club. Parents and advisers were also invited to attend. Ihe guest speaker was George Durrant, LDS Church Education System assistant. He stressed the importance of leadership and challenged the leaders of the school to expand their efforts and involve those students who are not in leadership positions. Charlotte Pack, assistant principal, gave a few remarks. Her main point was to set goals for yourself. Kenneth C. Johnson, assistant prinwas cipal at West Lake from 1974-8presented a special award by the student body officers in appreciation of his service to the school. 1, Thanksgiving Year All Round We lhar you tor your needed donatons to heipng to provide us meanngtut wo -t- or giving us chance to scNe tor neipmg to build tor shopping Deseret industry - i We thank you tor a you have done to At Deseiet help people help fhemse've industry we are thankful as year Guessing the number of beans in Ibis bottle held by Matt Neubaus will be part of the fun at Copper Hills Elementary School Carnival Friday night. Students Angie Martin and Alex Salazar look forward to participating in school lours ns well as carnival games. Copper Hills' opening is fun, games and tours MAGNA Tours of the new Copper Hills Elementary School will be offered Capturing first place honors ia the junior high school division of the Rocky Mountain Cbeerieading Clinic held Nov. 7 at the University of Utah were these six young ladies from Kennedy Junior High. The cheerleaders received a large trophy for display and $100 to nsc in their activities this year. Ihe girls are, from lop, Tracey Hibler and Trodi While; left to right, Michele Draboer, Jennifer Crookstoa, and Lisa May hew; front, Dana Bingham. Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. as the school's carnival gets under way at 4.30 p.m. and lasts until I p.m., said Penny Morris, PT A President. Hot dogs, chips, homemade root-bee- r, and snowcones will be sold. said Ann Caron, PTA publicity director for the school. There will be a spook alley, fish pond, and cake walk. PTA members should bring their I membership cards, said Caron, since carnival tickets will be priced according to PTA memberships in each family. Families where one hundred percent or both parents belong to the PTA can buy tickets 10 for $1, said Caron. If only one parent is a member, tickets are 9 for $1. And if neither belongs, tickets will be I for parent-SI. The school is located at 7635 West 3715 South. round Our ftaet Wort Is Your tael Buy. Major Appliances Ewythmg from Waatiara to atorraa Va Skis and Boots Winter Boots Be prepend for tha aw aaaaon a off Vz off Kaep row to varm this winter 99$ Deseret Industries 5&) Thrift Store W. Valler-Magn- a 25CM262 3602 South 7200 W. Da mdut's a , eotromd Tooaia 500 N. Mam woo |