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Show W 3 The Salina Sun rntmmmi if IW s Wednesday, Dec. 30, 1992 i ...y,y,y. Dustin Mickelsen during a PE pullout time, before school help, after school help, or parents conferences. Mrs. DeMille is a constant source of inspiration and knowledge, sharing with them her vast background and training. She continually upgrades her skills by attending workshops and taking college classes whenever possible. Mrs. DeMille has taken on other responsibilities at NSMS, many including Coordinator of Special Services; Team member of the Study Skills Across the Curriculum, a National Diffusion Network program; member of the reading adoption committee; chairman of the assemblies committee and director of dramas and plays presented by the school. We congratulate Mrs. DeMille as she receives this award. Ira Dustin Mickelsen has been nominated for the National Science Merit Award by a North Sevier Middle School teacher, Jim Torgersen. Dutsin has a 4.0 grade in science, and a cumulative grade point average of 3.964 for his years at NSMS. Dustin is the son of Ira Kent and Kristine Mickelsen, of Aurora. His grandparents are Bradley and Gayle Johnson, Aurora; McKay and Shirley Mickelsen, Salina. are Gladys Johnson, Aurora; and Bernice Mickelsen, of Salina. ts Ira Dustin Mickelsen You Anyone whos seen Mr. Scrooge in the Christmas Carol knows what a miser is. Scrooge was rich and yet it pained him to part with his wealth. Every penny given up caused an ache. Now, I know that he eventually ends up the very spirit of Christmas generosity itself, but I dont need that moral. I want us to focus snarlon the original, tignt-fistemiser. ing, And I want us all to become more like him. Mom, when the kids came home yesterday , what did you say to them first? Dad, what was the topic of dinner conversation? Think of what was said in those precious moments when you spoke personally to a child. I know what I said to my d when I got home. I said, Lets see your work book. Why havent you started your homework yet? You didnt stack the dishwasher right and theres food stuck on the glasses. What happened to your room? And Oooowcce, how long have you been wearing those socks? I know what I said to my at dinner. I said, Were you late for school again today? What time did you go to bed last night? Youre too old for me to wake you up twice every morning. What do you mean your friend needs a ride to school again? They dont give away gasoline, you know And I remember what Ive said to my students on bad days. I dont know why I bother giving homework when only three people care d, eleven-year-ol- Here are a few tips to make your childs homework a little more Vital Links by LILY ESKELSEN President, Utah Students at North Sevier area schools wont be returning to the classroom until January 4, 1992. The first basketball game for the NSHS Wolves will be January 8 as they meet San Juan, and January 9 they will take The Girls Basketball Team from NSHS has earned a short holiday too. Be sure to attend all of the games when you can, youll see some great action. on Parowan. this out, says Hart. When young children build knowledge through their own experiences, they not only know it, but they own it as well. While at Louisiana State University, with Diane Burts and Rosalind Charlesworth, Hart published a study of kindergarten children in the Early Childhood Research Quarterly. The study also strengthens a growing conviction that workbook, memorization and rote exercises are inappropriate for young children. A shift occurs in learning between the ages of seven and eight where children ar more capable of understanding abstract, symbolic material, Charlesworth says. That doesnt mean children cant learn these concepts, but why risk turning them off to learning, and why spend Workbooks will teach kids abandoned mine dangers Over 40,000 Utah fourth Dont Drop out of School - Scholarship The UEA Foundation for Children at Risk is offering $ 1 ,000 scholarships for students who have overcome severe obstacles and are now headed for high school graduation. At least 4 1 of these scholarships will be available, and top grades are not necessarily a factor in the selections. them about Utahs mining heritage and about the dangers found in abandoned mines. Mining Utahs Heritage is produced and distributed by the Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining Abandoned Mine Reclamation Program. The division is working to close dangerous mine openings throughout Utah. Mining has been important in Utah for a long time, says Mary Ann Wright, program coordinator. It has created jobs and built cities and towns, and people have come from all over the world to work in Utah mines. Utahs mining heritage has also left behind a legacy of dangerous Thousands of abandoned mines. old mines were not cleaned up when mining ceased, explains Wright. ings still riddle Utahs mountains and deserts. The new workbook is designed to teach elementary school children about the dangers of abandoned mines, as well as the importance of mining in our daily lives. The workbook can also be used for Scouts and other youth groups. Some of the dangers in the mines include mine openings with unstable sides and rotten timbers, poisonous gasses, old explosives and underground fires. Reclamation of abandoned mines in Utah is funded from a tax paid by coal producers in Utah. If you would like a copy of the workbook, free of charge, call the Division of Oil Gas and Mining, will help The scholarships are funded by educators, businesses and a law firm. UEA president Lily Eskelsen invited adults to, urge students who are succeeding despite critical setbacks to apply for the scholarships, even if they dont make the honor roll. Too many students who do not have top grades may think the door is closed for a scholarship, and they need to hear from an adult that college and scholarships are possible, she said. There are three categories of eligibility for these scholarships: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors or seniors who have rebounded from such obstacles as handicaps, abuse, abandonment, family tragedy, drug or alcohol abuse, or pregnancy to succeed in their studies. Applicants should show promise in ways, and need incentives for graduation and financial help. These scholarships are funded by a $28,000 grant from Smiths Food and Drug Centers. Students who work during their high school years, maintain at least a 3.0 grade point average and may not be able to continue their education without financial aid. These scholarships are sponsored by $8,000 grant from McDonalds. Students completing graduation requirements who have had a physical or mental disability or have a parent with such a disability, and cannot enter higher education without financial assistance. Scholarships are funded by a $5,000 grant from Robert J. DeBry and Associates. Additional scholarships from educators who are UEA members and a donor who asked to remain anonymous totaling $19,000 for applicants for any of the other scholarships. Deadline for applications are January 15, 1993 for Smiths Scholarships; January 30 for McDonalds and DeBry scholarships. Applicants should write or call Betty Ulmer or Betty Condie at the UEA Foundation for Children at Risk, 875 E. 5180 South, Murray, Utah 84107, or call 266-446- 1. al Boys were particularly affected in classes emphasizing stress by teacher-directehighly structured, large group sessions. Common reactions to stress included nail biting, tremors and facial tics, chewing on pencils, hair twisting, finger wringing, wiggling, and not doing assigned work. Stress behavior was much less evident in kindergarten classes allowing the childrens naturally curious nature to make sense of their world and to motivate their learning. d, In England, from the seventh to the 13th century, the year was reckoned from Christmas Day. Furnishings. Yourchild needs a good light, a comfortable chair, and supplies including pens and pencils. Games. When your child has to drill on basic facts, help him make up a game. Habits. Help yourchild get in the homework habit. Set a regular time and place for homework. During homework time there should be NO television, NO phone, and NO music. Incentives. For a difficult assignment, offer your child an incentive. It m ight be a special treat, a trip to the library, or a chance to spend some extra time with mom or dad. Joy. Dont forget - learning should be fun. Help your child see how hard subjects relate to his special interests. Find that Pot of Gold! Watch the SunNews Classifieds Parents of teens should be prepared Prepare for sudden aggravation, noted the road sign on the busy highway. The message could also apply to parents of children entering adolescence. In Caring for Your Adolescent, the American Academy of Pediatrics lists challenges parents of teenagers can expect: The challenge of change. For some parents their teenager is like a stranger who has come to live with them. Adolescents arent the same person from day to day. The challenge of rejection. Most teens reject one - or both -parents for a time. The challenge of taking eveFor teenagers, rything seriously. everything is urgenL Most parents see that many things that most worry a teen are not really that important. Try to be patient. The challenge of communication. Communication is even more crucial during the teen years. Set aside some time to talk and listen to your child. If your teens have not entered adolescence, start making time together. Go to a game. Play Scrabble. Rake the yard. See You Next Year! Lettuce farming probably began in Persia about 550 B.C. jJ: jjj Utah is working to close these abandoned mines and clean up the land, but thousands of mine open- 538-534- 0. I hours teaching concepts that will take only a few minutes to learn when the child is ready. She recommends showing children that learning can be fun through play and carefully planned activities. grad- ers are receiving workbooks that teach productive: Attitude. Help your child develop a positive attitude toward school and learning. Breaks. Kids learn better in short chunks of time. Be sure your child schedules breaks during homework. Choice. Let your child make choices. Does he want to study after school or in the evening. Does she want to study math first or write her essay? Directions. Teach your child to read the directions carefully. If you need to, restate directions so your child can understand them. Encouragement. Your main job as a parent is to encourage your child. Find positive things to say about his effort and attitude. $1,000 scholarships are being offered for Children at Risk Learning too much, too early can be tough on children Toss out those workbooks for says Professor Formalized education can be too much of a bad thing if a child is too young, says a Brigham Young University associate professor who believes an increased emphasis on standardized skills and learning methods actually may harm a child. When you use workbooks, ditto sheets and academic skill based teaching pushed down from the upper grades, you create unreasonable stress for young children, particularly boys, says Craig Hart, of B YU family science faculty. Many early childhood educators believe this puts them ar risk for later academic failure. We long have thought young children do better when their natural curiosity is encouraged through hands-o- n experience, and our research bears can make homework more productive for kids Home and School: Education Association about turning it in. Dont tell me this is your best. Im not going to tell you again to (A) get to work, (B) stay in your seat, (C) stop tattling, (D) keep your voices down, (E)E all of the above. (Answer: E). Within me there is a vast fortune. There is a wealth of wise guidance, keen observation and perfect correction. And I spend those riches freely. I generously point out my kids faults and mistakes. Without thought to the cost, I contribute the sum of my opinions on the flaws in their character. And I stand in utter confusion as to why they seem not to sufficiently appreciate or substantially benefit from my liberal generosity. And so I believe I will learn to be a miser. I will hoard my wealth of criticisms. Like Ebenezer, I will hold tight to my pocket full of scolding and lectures and only share what I absolutely have to. Ill refuse to part with a pennys worth of sarcasm. And Ill give my kids a Christmas gift of being more miserly with discouragements and more generous with encouragements. Ill try to in Mr. old the my heart Scrooge keep all year long. And God bless us, every one. sy earns national science award Denise DeMille receives Excellence award Denise DeMille, teacher at North Sevier Middle School, received the Teaching for Excellence Award, for Sevier School District. She was nominated by Princiof NSMS, Boyd Gurney. pal Its an honor for me to nominate Mrs. DeMille for this award, said Mr. Gurney. Certainly there is no candidate more deserving or qualified to receive the award. She emulates all the qualities that every parent hopes their childs teacher will have. Mrs. DeMille is the constant champion of every student who is struggling in school, for whatever reason it might be: academic, social, emotional, behavioral or any other reason, if there is a way to help that child, Mrs. DeMille will find it; adjustments in schedules, special help WWMIWWJ.'W.'lMWAM.iWWWW.'JWW.'WMMW.lWJ!WWWWWPWWJPW.lyiHWJlWJmU ' , '' ' ' ',w ' ,,, ' i ' 'A''X'," ,., ' 5f , S' ", ; ; There is nothing harder than the softness of indifference. Juan Montalvo 'Deadlines Remember, deadlines for the Salina Sun are as follows: General News - Friday afternoon. Advertising - Monday Noon. Anything received after that time will only be used if space is still available. We have a drop slot in our front door so that you can drop your information by at any time. We appreciate having all the faxes by Friday afternoon. Our fax number is 529-772- 7. While all good years must come to an end, we hope that the many friendships weve formed will continue to grow. 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