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Show 8B Emery County Progress Tuesday, April 11, 1995 Spring is time to study jiui plant growth Spring is planting time all over town, and this year school is no exception. Thanks to help from local businesses Ferron Elementary students are studying plants and plant growth under a variety of conditions. Last winter during a science training, teachers were given a blue print for building that would accommodate enough flats for an entire class. They build several lights, but were able to use them in only three classrooms. This spring many classes wanted to study plants. The kindergarten and first grades are growing plants for part of their chosen service projects. And both fifth and sixth grades had plant study as part of their science curriculum. There just werent enough to go around. grow-lighFour more teachers needed equipment. With a few left grow-ligh- Emery Peer Helpers Robby Grim and Kristin and DARE Officer Les Wilberq of the Emery County Sheriffs Office work with dents at Cottonwood Elementary. er ts ts Mr. Behling works with students at Ferron Elementary on plant growth. over dollars from a science grant, Ferron Elementary was able to purchase the florescent lights. Then Gary Stevens at Castle Valley Co-o- p stepped in to donate all of the pipe, fittings and chain to build the additional lights. Mr. Behlings sixth grade students took an afternoon to measure, cut and assemble the lights. Now students throughout the school can take advantage of spring planting. They will plant in a variety of soils, experiment with water and fertilizer differences, and transplant the seedlings in our community parks and on the school grounds. When you see them blooming this summer, thank the students and our local coop for making the project possible. Tandy honors local scholars "We created Tandy Technol- ogy Scholars to inspire innovation, quality and competitiveness in mathematics, science an computer science," stated John V. Roach, chief executive officer and chairman of the board of Tandy Corporation, as he announced Tandy Technology Scholars presentation of awards totaling $350,000. This is the sixth year of the program that is the largest single awards program to Above, DARE Officer Martin Wilson from the County Sheriff's Office and Peer Help- - join fifth grade students at Cleveland ry ementary. ers Stephanie Cassett and Jeremiah Stettler Groups give kids good lesson Recently the Emery High Peer Helpers and the DARE u( (leers from the Emery County Sheriffs Department teamed up and made a joint Alcohol and Drug Prevention Presentation in the elementary schools. The DARE officers provided a very intense 17 week program to the fifth grade students on getting a high on life and teaching refusal skills to substances and violence. The DARE program has been expanded into junior high schools this year. The Peer Helpers go mostly to classes, grades third through sixth, in all of the elementary schools in the district. There they teach lessons on positive self esteem, how to stay drug free and enjoy life without drugs, they also put together assemblies and programs that pertain to youth and teen problems which they also perform in all of the schools in Emery County and are often invite to perform in various locations around the states. The DARE officers and Peer Helpers provided a double in harmony message, to help our youth stay drug free. honor both students and teachers. Tandy Technology Scholars recognizes academic excellence especially in the areas of mathematics, science and compute science. One hundred teachers will receive $2,500 each, and 100 students will receive cash scholarships of $1,000 each. These recipients of the Tandy Prize were proclaimed "Champions of the Classroom" at the National Science Teachers Association convention in Philadelphia, Pa. Almost 72 percent of all secondary schools in the United States are enrolled in this major education initiative funded by Tandy Corporation and administered by Texas Christian University. Mr. Roach and Dr. William E. University for this significant Tucker, chancellor of Texas program Mathematics, science Christian University, were an computer science are areas joined by numerous education in which we must continue to leaders including members of make important advances, and the Tandy Technology Scho- programs like this assist us in lars National Advisory Council accomplishing this critical at the awaids presentation. A goal." d of all More than guest lecture was presented by schools in the participated David high noted astronomer Levy. one-thir- 1994-9- 5 a corporate citizen, we believe it is our responsibility to contribute to a stronger, smarter future for our nation and our children," said Roach. Since 1990 Tandy Technology Scholars has awarded $2,100,000 and 175,500 cer"As tificates of academic excellence. Once again, Radio Shack sponsors the Tandy Technology Scholars trophies to be presented at the prize recipients' schools. "School response to the program was very positive last year, and we look forward to participating again in 1995," said Len Roberts, president of Radio Shack. Governors from across the country recognize their state recipients with letters and certificates. Gov. E. Benjamin Nelson, Nebraska, noted, "I would like to thank Tandy Corporation and Texas Christian program. Almost 37,000 individuals will be recognized this year for their academic achievement by Tandy Technology Scholars at school awards ceremonies across the country . Among those who will be recognized with a certificate for Outstanding Math ScienceComputer Science Student is Andrea Rowley ofGreen River High School. Receiving certificates for Top 2 Percent Academic students are Dallyn Vail Bayles, Katina Marie Bowerman Andrea and Rowley, all of Green River High School. The program is open to students and teachers in accredited high schools throughout the United States. The Tandy prize recipients were selected by a panel of educators and approved by the National Advisory Council. Bulletin board Continued from Page 4A) Egg hunt The annual childrens Easter Egg 1 unt for children up to years will be held April 15 at 9 a m at the Lions Park in 1 I i 1 untington. een dance here is a free teen dance fir grades seventh to 12th grade at the Ferron Rodeo ou nils, i aside building, from 7 toll on April 15. 'I 1 Weaving demonstration The Castle Country Fiber Guild will host a lecture and demonstration on Navajo weaving by Elizabeth Marshall on Saturday, April 8, at 10 a.m. at the CEU Museum classroom in Price. Following the talk, a workshop for members only will follow at the same location. Participants should bring materials and equipment k for weaving, as well as a dish for an informal lun pot-luc- cheon. For information, call Bobbie Irwin, Price. Family history The Ole J. Sitterud Descendance Family History is now complete and ready to print. Everyone interested in seeing or ordering a copy of this book is invited to view the book on display April 8 at 5 p.m. at the Orangeville church Only books on order will be printed. For more information 1. 1 call Mary Sitterud at will be here to present What is an Alzheimers Support Group. Handouts will be available and books may be checked out. The support group will be sponsored by the Emery County Nursing Home. The emery County support group leader is Norma Funk. You may con1 for furtact her at ther information or if you have 384-230- questions. Miss Emery The Castle Dale Lions Club will be sponsoring and hosting Miss Emery Scholarship PagTrailride planned The Utah F oxtrotting Horse eant on Aug. 19 in the Emery Association is sponsoring a High Auditorium. Those intertrailride along the San Rafael ested in competing in this schoRiver on April 8. All interested larship pageant should apply riders are invited to partici- as soon as possible so they can pate. This is your chance to be involved in any and all prelearn more about this easy pageant workshops. Contesriding, versatile breed. Call tants must be at least 17 years 0 for old and a high school graduate Rod Player at more information. by Sept. 1996. For applications and further information contact Emery or Sue Jones at Benefit basketball 6 of an evening or Come out to the Emery High Sabrina Ungermann at School basketball game- - faculty vs. seniors. It will be on April 6 at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium. Cost is $2 for children and students (with activity Castle Dale card) and $3 for adults. The Castle Dale Lions Club will be sponsoring the annual Alzheimers support An Alzheimers Support Castle Dale Easter Egg Hunt at the Castle Dale Elementary Group is being organized loAn meeton April 15 starting promptly cally. organizational will be held 9 a.m. In the event of bad 27 the at at ing April Castle Dale Senior Citizens weather drive by the school at Center at 7 p.m. Tom Cotterill, that time anyway and candy executive director from the will be handed out to the chiLltah Chapter in Salt Lake City ldren until they run out. 687-26- i Utah State History Board looks at electronic texts hoard of State History, at its March board meeting, authorized the creation of an Advisory Committee on LUitronic Texts. The committee will be a standing com-- i mittee charged with advising the division staff on how to unto, archive and distribute historical documentation and publications in electronic form. It would also be a node a i network and organizations interested in this topic. The committee will meet at least twice each year and deal with the following matters (among others): identifying existing texts in Utah history; identifying individuals or organizations currently creating or planning to create electronic texts; forming partnerships with other organizations to develop and implement plans for creating electronic texts; identifying and developing standards for formatting, storing, and distributing electronic texts, and it will consider, among other things, the use of the Standard Generalized markup Language (SGML); the legal issue of copyrights; and the feasibility of establishing a listserve or web to distribute texts. a world-widThe Board Chairman Peter Ross wants to identify potential members for the committee. "Historical Society members and others with expertise or interests in creating and using electronic texts are especially invited to volunteer," lie said. Flease contact the Division Director, Max J. Evans Hie e at cehistry.mevansemail.state.ut.us. 801-533-355- 1, il: 653-244- 381-527- 687-264- 2. Cancer screening State Cancer Screening clinic will be held April 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Price Health Department, 28 South 1 1st East. Call for an appointment. A minimal fee is charged on a sliding fee schedule according to family size and annual income. Minimum fee is $5 with the maximum fee $27. Screening procedures done will be breast examination, pelvic examination with Pap test, mammogram refer637-367- ral (the cancer screening clinic does not do mammograms), blood pressure and colorectal kits will be available for $2 each. Girls softball Sign ups for girls 9 to 12 years old will be held on April 11 at the Orangeville Library from 4 to 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per player. For more information call Melody Duke at 748-225- 0. Retirement dinner Emery School Food Service Association announces its an- nual retirement dinner and closing social. All retired school lunch workers are invited to attend. This social will be held at Castle Dale Elementary on April 28. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and cost will be $7. Please RSVP to Corey Bluemel 1 1 at or no later than April 14. 381-522- 381-557- Lecture planned on Navajo rug weaving Elizabeth Marshall, a Navajo weaver and educator living in Salt Lake City, will present a demonstration and lecture on Navajo weaving Saturday, April 8, at 10 a.m. in the CEU Museum classroom in Price. The program is free to the pub- lic. According to legend, it was Spider Woman who taught the Navajo people how to weave centuries ago. Their technique has been perfected over the years, and since the advent of trading posts in the Southwest, rug weaving has provided a source of income as well as independence. It has also be- come a means of passing history and culture from one generation to the next. Through her talks and demonstrations, discussing the history and development of the art, Elizabeth Marshall continues this tradition. This program is hosted by the Castle Country Fiber Guild and is sponsored in part by theUtah Humanities Council, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. For information about the April 8 presentation, contact Bobbie Irwin. Price. |