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Show Page 4 AMERICAN FORK CITIZEN notes NEWS AND IDEAS FROM CLASSROOMS AND EDUCATORS udenfs learn Megan CWallgren NORTH COUNTY STAFF Agriculture is alive and well in Utah County. However, for many of the thousands of Utah County second grade students who visited the Utah County Farm Bureau Field Days event last week, farming is a foreign experience. "It's a hoot to see some of their answers to things," said Utah Farm Bureau communications commu-nications director Matt llar-greaves. llar-greaves. Students visited Equestrian Park in Highland to learn more about farming from local lo-cal producers at the event co-sponsored co-sponsored by the Utah County Farm Bureau and Utah State University Extension services. Students participated in activities ac-tivities at 14 different stations on a variety of agricultural subjects from fighting germs to beekeeping. Students were treated to a sheep dogging demonstration demonstra-tion and got to pet some baby animals. McKude Smithson from Cascade Elementary in Orem said, "The germ one was awesome. awe-some. I learned you have to wash your hands." A black light was used to show how germs spread on surfaces and hands in this student stu-dent favorite. Jake Grahm from Pony Express Elementary in Eagle Mountain liked "seeing the dogs chase the ducks" in the sheep dog show. I didn't know thev could do that," he said. The activities were meant to go along with the state core curriculum. "Terry the Tomato" taught about the food pyramid and several stations were geared toward learning learn-ing about nutrition. Students made a "living necklace" with a seed, a cotton ball, and a little water to help them learn about plant growth. Highland's Ridgeline Elementary El-ementary teacher Linda War-nick War-nick said, "It gives them a better bet-ter understanding of nutrition and the world around them." AFHS hosts local marching Barbara Christiansen NORTH COUNT STA-F The American Fork High School Marching Bund hosted its annual Mount Timpanogos Invitational Marching Band Competition Saturday. While the band and color guard members mem-bers took the field for their show, there are numerous others oth-ers behind the scenes making the event run smoothly. Approximately HO volunteers, volun-teers, mostly parents of band members, were involved at least part of the day. They ranged from parents who met the buses from others schools and helped them find their locations and answer any questions ques-tions they may have, to ticket takers, and those carrying chairs, tables and a copy machine ma-chine to help the judges with their assignments. Dan and Karen Adams have been involved with the band for more than two decades. Karen Adams helped order and pick up the trophies for the winners in each division. "I have a car full of trophies right now," she said on Friday before the Saturday competition. competi-tion. Dan Adams and a group of volunteers spent Thursday evening constructing a two-story two-story structure over the press box of Mountain View High School, where the competition is held. That is for the judges and photographers. Each judge has an individual area to make caveman: Josh Stewart This is a story of childhood. A story of a young man who was brought down into the depths of humility by a young woman. She made him feel like he was five. This big, bad teenager in all of his pride was . r; . v Students reach out to buby goats Fork. We try to introduce second graders to the idea that agriculture plays an important role in their lives." Dean Miner, Buddy Deimler, a member of the Utah County Farm Bureau Board and state FFA advisor said one of the main purposes of the event was to help the kids "make a connection between be-tween what we wear and eat BARBARA CHRISTIANSENNorth County Volunteers load equipment on Oct. 1 1 for the judges of the Timpanogos Invitational Marching Band Festival, sponsored by the American Fork High School Marching Band. observations and record comments com-ments for the bands to take home with them. This year Mountain View did not have a home football game on Friday, so the volunteers volun-teers were able to construct the shelter Thursday evening, before the stormy weather threatened. "In past years we have struggled to keep our judges taken aback. Second guessed. Left breathless. It was a simple, silly event that left him in awe and feeling feel-ing exposed. All he could do was write about it. I am young. A gazelle learning learn-ing to bound, a lion learning to growl. At times so sure, so proud, strutting like king of beast. Until I trip, landing face first in the dirt. And when I look up, there it is. Wild. Ex-' otic. Fascinating. Unlike anything any-thing I've ever seen before. What is it? Eyes like a burst agriculture at Fie .. x i H !? to pet during the annual Farm usu extension director and where it comes from." "We try to introduce second sec-ond graders to the idea that agriculture plays an important impor-tant role in their lives," said USU extension director Dean Miner. "We like to have it fun. dry when we have wet weather," Dan Adams said. "This year we have six dry compartments and one for the announcer, J.H. Hadfield. Each judge evaluates independently." indepen-dently." When the judges come in from out of town, the volunteers volun-teers pick them up at the airport air-port and take them to their accommodations ac-commodations and assist them of spring, her smile practically calls for sunshine. A thoughtful, thought-ful, kind laugh, every fiber of my being is drawn to her. And what do I do about it? I shrink back into my shell, and wish I had never been born. The once proud and mighty is struck down, shriveled and shrunken. A bird naked withqut feathers, awkward in every sense. As I totter, she gracefully glides. As I stutter, her words flow like a fountain. foun-tain. She could make the stars and the moon behave. - -ir..i-4 ; ::. -r ". i - T y ' y , i w Ay -r x V a ASHLEY FRANSCELLDaily Herald Field Days on Thursday at the Equestrian Park in American They're learning from songs and talking tomatoes." High School FFA volunteers from Lehi, Lone Peak and American Fork high schools manned many of the learning stations. band competition to get to their destinations. Volunteers make arrangements arrange-ments a year in advance with the Orem Police Department to prepare for the traffic. American Fork has an arrangement ar-rangement with Mountain View High School to host the competition at the Orem school because its stadium is larger than American Fork's. In addition ad-dition there are locations, such Funniest story of my life: Once a month one side of my extended family goes and gathers at my grandparents' house on a Sunday. We play games with all of the aunts and uncles, and just have a very relaxed, laid-back time. It was another one of those blissful days when it happened. hap-pened. She knocked on the door. It was a neighbor that had babysat for all of the relatives rela-tives and who was just dropping drop-ping by to say Hi. With some teasing and Id Days ') "It's great for kids to know where food is coming from and be more educated about animals," said American Fork student Autumn Young. "It's cool to see the expressions on kid's faces, especially those who haven't seen these animals ani-mals up close before." "It's a fabulous way to let them see the real deal," said Stacy Hansen, a chaperone for Pony Express Elementary students. "They'll remember it forever." as parks, close by that the visiting vis-iting bands can use to unload, practice and warm up before they perform. Mountain View provides concessions for the visitors, and they use that portion por-tion of the event for their fund raiser. The day of the competition, the volunteers come to the school while it is still dark; to load chairs, a copy machine and other equipment to help the judges. That's in addition to their regular duties, loading instruments for the band members, mem-bers, which they do for every competition. The "band dads" keep the field marked so the performers perform-ers can follow the lines. They also man the gates to take the admission. From the admission and other fees, American Fork makes about $12,000, most of which goes to support the band program. Some is used to purchase instruments. The expenses, including paying for the judges, remain standard, 'but the admission depends on factors such as the weather. "It is our major fundraiser," Dan Adams said. When the event is over, the awards given, and the bands leave for their homes, the volunteers vol-unteers spend approximately two more hours cleaning the stadium and loading their own trailers for the trip home. Adams paid tribute to the boosters who volunteered their time and energy to help bring the competition to fruition. prodding I consented to meet her, and make a funny first ' impression. So what do I do? Use a pick-up line. Yes, the cheesiest, stupidest pick-up line I could think of. And what happened? She looked at me like I was the cheesiest, stupidest boy she had ever met! I've never forgotten for-gotten it. I will forever be known as the cheesy kid on grandpa's block. All schools Fall break Fall break will be Oct. 16-17 with teachers teach-ers attending Professional Development meetings Monday. Mon-day. Classes will resume on Tuesday. Quarter to end The last day of quarter 1 is Oct. 24. Am.ForkH.S. ACT prep The math section sec-tion of the ACT prep classes will be held Oct. 21-23 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in room 213. The teacher will be Mr. Hanks. Students can still sign up for the review by paying $10 at the student finance office. Information for volunteers volun-teers As a reminder to all volunteers, background checks are required prior to volunteering to help with any activity or program. Volunteers do not need to go to the district office for fingerprinting. fin-gerprinting. Volunteers can have a back ground check done at the high school by either ei-ther Shani Quilt er or Brenda Hunter. Volunteers include anyone who is going on a field trip, school trip, or volunteering at the school for athletics, school clubs andor events. Volunteers need to bring in a drivers license and social security number to have a back ground check done. It is done on line and takes about five minutes. Attendance and tardy information infor-mation Attendance makeup make-up is held Tuesday through Thursday from 6:15-7:15 a.m. in room 101. Tardy make-up is also held Tuesday through Thursday from 6:45-7:15 a.m. in the commons area. After-school attendance and tardy make-up sessions are also available the same days for a cost of $5 per session. Attendance make-up is from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in room 19 with after-school tardy makeup make-up from 2:30 to 3 p.m. in the commons area. A receipt from the student finance office of-fice is needed. Homework center A homework center is available avail-able Tuesday through Thursday Thurs-day from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in room 34. A mathematics teacher and National Honor Society students are available avail-able to help students with homework and test preparation. prepara-tion. American Fork Junior High School Concert planned A benefit bene-fit choir concert is scheduled for Wednesday. Health screening Scoliosis Scolio-sis screening is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. Halloween dance A Halloween Hal-loween dance is scheduled for Oct. 24 after school. Forbes Elem. Contact information Parents may now contact the school through e-mail at forbesalpine.kl2.ut.us. The main office will be using e-mail to answer questions, make appointments or share concerns. All incoming e-mails e-mails should include "Parent of:" in the subject header. Shelley Bern. Field trip The kindergarten kinder-garten classes will go on a field trip to Thanksgiving Point on Wednesday. Picture retakes School picture retakes will be Oct. 27. Picture packets will be available for purchase. Red Ribbon Week The PTA will sponsor Red Ribbon Rib-bon week Oct. 27-30 with the theme of "Say Boo to Drugs and Violence." Activities are planned for the week and students are encouraged to participate. NOVA The NOVA program for sixth grade students is being held every Thursday. Parents are encouraged en-couraged to support students in setting goals and completing complet-ing assignments for NOVA. Lincoln Academy Open enrollment A free public school of choice for kindergarten to ninth grade, Lincoln Academy will have open enrollment Dec. 1 to Feb. 20 for the 2009-2010 school year. Those who wish more information about Lincoln Lin-coln and enrollment may visit www.lincoln-academy.org. Tours of the school are available every Wednesday school is in session from Dec. 1 through Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. Lincoln Academy is located at 1582 W. 3300 North in Pleasant Grove. 4 |