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Show THE PARK RECORD - g A-1 9 www.park record.com Education. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 4, 200 1 Vl-Vi rtAX EDUCATION EDITOR: Jennifer McKenna 649-9014 ext. 1 1 8 Savings bonds On Tuesday, the Utah State Office of Education announced winners of the Tenth Annual U.S. Savings Bonds Poster Contest, which was open to UhjrJerrSTn grades four through six. Students were asked to create posters that portrayed how savings bonds help in reaching goals and dreams. Winners were awarded savings sav-ings bonds funded by Wells Fargo Scholarships The Summit-Wasatch County Society has approved four $250 scholarships schol-arships to be given to graduating seniors sen-iors in each of the North Summit, South Summit, Pa City and Wasatch high schools. They wHI be awarded to hearthcafs-bound students based on academic merit. Applications wall be available in schools by Apr! 1. The Medical Society is mad up of 50 doctors doc-tors who practice or reside In the two counties and serves as a fortst! for discussion dis-cussion and interaction regarding local healthcare issues. Jazz Fast Treasure Mountain Middle School students stu-dents in the Jazz Band wM have their annual Jazz Feet on Saturday, March 17 at the rruddte school, beginning at 7 pjn. Abusive relationships trouble teenagers, too I Erin Kemp of the Peace House visits PCHS health classes to discuss warning signs of abusive partners by J OF THE RECORD STAFF One in three high school and college relationships rela-tionships are abusive or violent relationships, relation-ships, according to Erin Kemp, who works for the Domestic Peace Task Force in Summit County. Kemp hopes that education can change this. For three years, she has visited Park City High School teacher Gail McBride's health classes to discuss domestic violence. "The most important thing for people to realize is that domestic violence is an issue for everyone. It crosses all boundaries and if it is not happening to you, it may be happening hap-pening to someone you know," said Kemp. Project HOPE (Healthy Options for Peace through Education), which has multiple multi-ple presentations for students grades K-12, focuses on how to build healthy relationships relation-ships and how to recognize abusive situations. situa-tions. "We teach teens, as well as other children first, that it's not OK for anyone to be abusive, abu-sive, and then how to recognize the warning signs of an abusive relationship early on so they can get help before the abuse becomes more serious or before they feel trapped into staying," said Kemp. There are signs, said Kemp, before physical abuse begins, such as emotional abuse, power and control issues that can be identified early in a relationship. "One of the reasons many people stay in abusive relationships is because they become isolated and may not feel like they have people they can rely on for support, or they begin to blame themselves for the abuse," Kemp said. However, people who recognize abuse early in relationships are more likely to leave, said Kemp. The Peace House typically sees clients that have been in abusive relationships for quite awhile, said Kemp, but it has resources for teens and parents, including ways to identify abusive relationships, ways to open up discussion about it, and helpful intervention interven-tion tips. Marcela Montemurro, the new executive director of the Peace House, believes school programs that teach awareness of sexual assault, assertive communication and healthy relationships are crucial to reducing domestic violence, signs of which can be present at very young ages. "I care about socialization and how we are raising our children. When I raise my child in tlje ppx q, what male; and females should be, it can become abusive. Girls are taught to be passive and caregivers. Boys are taught to be aggressors and breadwinners." breadwin-ners." According to Montemurro, the 'box' is the stereotypical, gender-specific traits and responsibilities society assigns. Outside the box, children are more likely to find success in their relationships, professions and "whatever "what-ever they want to do in life," said Montemurro. There are several warning signs that a relationship has the potential to become abusive, said Montemurro. Fust, partners that are extremely jealous, constantly questioning ques-tioning the whereabouts and relationships of the other partner, tend to be controlling Although jealous comments may be flattering, flatter-ing, she warns teens that it could be dangerous. danger-ous. "Someone who wants to isolate you from your peers or family" can also be abusive, said Montemurro, citing that it is another aspect of control and power. Coupled with this behavior is the abusive partners role as a warden, requiring the other partner to ask for permission for any social engagements. Partners who are very controlling, who are not willing to compromise and must make all decisions are also flags for potential abusers, said Montemurro. "They fear they will be perceived as weak," she said, if they Women are especially vulnerable to abuse. The way a male treats other women, speaks about other women or whether or not he respects women, can be red flags for potential abusers if it is very negative, derogatory or aggressive, said Montemurro. Cruelty to animals is another sign to stay away, since it often translates into other abuses, said Montemurro. Food for thoughtfulness BP 'JT SCOTT SINEPARK RECORD Lauren Boyer, a aonlor at Park City High School, hosted the first dinner for incoming freshmen, a forum to address issues such as dating, drugs and academics, Boyer is the founder of the Park Crry High School chapter o? Students Agahst Violence (SAV), which educates students about violence prevention. "SPECTACULAR PROPERTIES" upine Lane - Westridee 2240 Bear HoUow -Sun Peak Incredible views of mountain vistas Community offers common amenities of clubhouse, fitness room, swunming pool and tennis courts. Approximately 5100 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3 fireplaces Custom Ken Shoulders built home 2547 L 5 bedroom 5.5 bath Approximately 7,000 sq.ft. Custom Ken Shoulders built home Spectacular views of ski areas & Park Meadows Golf Course OwnerAgent 822 Marttagaie Lane-Ranch Place 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home 3200 finished sq.ft. Jetted tub 2 fireplaces vaulted ceilings & a 3 car garage $499,000 9850 N. 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