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Show imf Pge Two - The Pyramid - 23, May 1 1 J a n . . c well-rehears- that this policy cannot work. agree with Mr. Klotz when he says that the students should be responsible for their own actions. However, all students who sluff are not being asked to be. responsible for their own ac- -. tions. Some are never called in. Others are never fined and are completely pardoned by Mr.' Bezzant. It seems to depend on1 what excuse you can come up with. A sluff is a sluff. So as long as Mr. Bezzant continues to carry out this policy halfheartedly, it will remain in chaos and truancy debts will continue. Now, lets discuss these "honor" assemblies. Mr. Klotz Sanpete's Leading Newspaper THE PYRAMID J Published Weekly at Mt. Pleasant Utoh 84647 49 West Moin Street ) (U.P.S.S. 365-580- Telephone: MARTIN CONOVER KOLEEN PETERSON PENNY HAMILTON LOIS BYNUM : 462-213- 4 Publisher, Managing Editor, t. . . Editor Office Manager) (in advance) $15.00 per year 50 per copy $18.00 per year Outside Sanpete Co. CORRESPONDENTS has said, "Ask the kids and they will tell you that this is the first year that there has been an assembly to honor all Mr. Bezzant.." This leads you to believe that Mr. Thornton was not concerned with anything but athletics. "T' Now, we, the kids, are telling you that this is not the first year and its not because of Mr. Bezzant alone that we honor all groups. For the last few years, especially, Mr. Thornton has tried to see to it that all groups were recognized. Last year he held a special assembly where all Mt Pleasant Hollee Anderson t Spring City Kothy Jockmon 2 Moroni, Ido O. Donaldson . Ftn. Green, Jessie Oldroyd Wales Snow College Mark Soderborg 462-313- 1 462-328- 0 .436-831.445-342- 4 2 462-213- Send change of oddresi la The Fyremtd. 49 We$i Mann Street Mt Tieoionf tah, B4647 Second class postage paid Mt Pleasant, Utah and odditionof moiling offices TOASTMASTER NS teachers air views Dear Editor: In response to recent letters to the editor in The Pyramid concerning North Sanpete High School teachers not supporting the administration, we submit the following in our behalf. Teachers at North Sanpete High School have been encouraged by the local association leadership not to promote or participate in any student grievance towards any member of the faculty or administration and that complaints should grievance procedure out-infor us by the Superintendent and we have discussed these and other matters with ed ; 1 , , Mr. Bezzant. "Shame on you," Mr. Klotz, for passing judgement on matters you know nothing about. We see these things transpiring every day, and we know what goes on behind the scenes. You attend assemblies which are held to build up morale and make the school look good. Believe us. We know. We love our school and want it to remain the same North Sanpete High School that we honor and respect. John Miller Student Body President Brian Bailey , Student Body Activity Agent 1990-9- 1 on alternative to living alona. Have 24 hr loving care private room with bath redoing. -- assistance home-cooke- d meals housekeeping - laundry beauty shop - cable TV -- , People like Dot Hill can make a difference. But since the beginning of time tyrants, warmongers and those who would enslave the minds and bodies of the human race have sought to undermine and destroy the Dot Hills of the world. They have caused war, death and destruction in their quest for power. They have destroyed the human soul through bondage and slavery. To protect our lives, our nation and our freedom, men and women have been called to serve our great country on the battlefields of our land and of the world. dom are allowed to weigh facts; examine arguments, , "compare and value" opposing positions on issues vital to public debate or to the purchase of a suit of clothing. It is the responsibility of the press to be "watchdogs" over the administration of their government, and to provide accurate and timely information upon which intelligent and responsible decisions can be made. Americans have the freedom to worship in a manner of their own choosing without the interference of gov- ernment. Americans have the right of free speech as long as they dont destroy someone else. For example, do subversive groups have a right to say they plan to sabotage or destroy private and public property? Can people be - " of choice. We With the signing of the Declaration of Independence, our founding fathers put this nation at war with England and were successful in gaining freedom for the fledgling young nation from the powerful tyranny of King George. Since that time Americans have been called to give their lives to preserve peace and freedom for all Ameri cans. As Americans we have the right to make our own decision, whether right or wrong as long as we dont interfere with the rights of others. We have the right to address our elected officials, including mayors, council-me- n, commissioners, legislators, senators, representatives and even the president to make changes in the way To win a bet for $40, Thomas Garson of Chicago ate 22 ham- - threatened without action? Often nothing can be done until the action happens, and then it is often too late. This Memorial Day more than 100 flags will be unfurled at the Mtv Pleasant,. City Cemetery creating , a most picturesque display in honor of the veterans who served this nation. Across the country flags will fly, and taps will sound across countless graves as a thoughtful nation pauses to honor those who have given their lives in the service of their country. We cannot forget their heroic deeds, for they were done in the name of freedom. We cannot forget their loyalty, for it gave their struggle meaning, and kept this nation strong. And we must not forget them, for they gave their lives so that this nation might live. On Memorial Day, lets pay grateful tribute to those who lived and died so courageously for their country. burgers and two quarts of ice cream in 25 miautesback in 1938. Mark Lee April Aagard 462-251- m more. Mr. Bezzant always says we will be "the best school in America." We are willing to Center gunfire. ion, advertisement, advice, criticism and analysis, offer a freedom basic to our concept of a free society free- 1990-9- 1 part of. Now, to you alumni, put yourselves in our position and watch a stranger come to your school and make changes, both drastic and subtle, until you feel its not your school any- We encourage anyone to visit us at any time at the high school and see in person what I. accept changes that improve our education but not changes that tailor a school to the every wants and desires of one man. We already feel we are the best school m America. The biggest thing that contributes to this opinion is' the fact that we have some of'the Bbst teachers and staff in theJworld. They care about us and our opinions. We have followed the pro- - Mr. Bezzant ap- - i proached us at the first of the year, in the opening assembly, we were ready and willing to ' give this man a chance. His enthusiasm built ours up. Then, as the months progressed on and we saw him from day to day, we can clearly see that he sees North Sanpete as he wants to. The Student Council no longer has much say in what goes on. North Sanpete is a school of ' many traditions and one that students take pride in being a Colonial Living iet Square. An enthusiastic audience enjoyed the performance which included "God Bless America" and other American patriotic favorites. Dot has another dream and that is to have a Russian band perform in New England on the 4th of July. Peace in the world will become closer to reality through the exchange of ideas and culture than from principals policies now. When realized a Massachusetts, dream. Her dream was to be able to direct her Legionnaires in "God Bless performing America" in Moscows Red Square. After years of cutting through red tape and the now with the new break in relations, Dot directed her marching band in Moscow just a few blocks away from the famed Red Ben Miner, son of Kent and Nancy Miner, Fairview, has been called to serve in the Brazil Sao Paulo South LDS Mission. He will speak in the Fairview First LDS Ward, Sunday, May 27, at 1 1:50 a.m. He enters the mission home May 30. various levels ot government operate. Bearing in mind that all of us have that right, we must also give way to the right of the majority. We have the right to air our views in an open and free press. Many people fail to appreciate this indispensable instrument of democracy, designed to make possible the exercise of our Constitutional freedoms. Diversity of news, opin- Her name is Dot Hill. This week, Dot Hill, director of an American Legion Band in US-Sov- funds they havent received, what predicament they are in go through the appropriate channels andor be taken directly to the person with whom the teacher has the grievance. Although teachers are entitled to their own opinions and the freedom to express them, the teachers agree that the classroom is not the appropriate forum for discussion of internal problems and do not do so. The integrity of our teachers is high and test scores, achievements, and awards received by students indicate a high level of excellence. Also, teachers do not come to school inappropriately dressed and awards assemblies have always taken place every semester to, honor all students who achieve in all programs, not just for "' "'V ck new to us. Now, for vandalism. Again we agree with Mr. Klotz, feggs" are not necessarily the way to go. Mr. Bezzant, by speaking of his personal life and accusing a "one percent" over the intercom during class time, brought this on himself. And yes, it is too bad that his family has to suffer with him. Vandalism is against the law so let the law take care of it. Once charges have been made it is not for him to call the offenders in during many school hours and counsel them and at the same time compare them to William Andrews, the Hi-- fi Killer" or to the KKK. Mr. Klotz also $ays to "ask those kids who are on special programs". So, ask those students, who are on special programs to further their education and have been promised money from special funds, teachers praised students achievements in various departments. Mr. Thornton never made a Concerned North Sanpete High School teachers David L. Wharton Jim Busby Merwin K. Kjar Anna Aagard Debbie Sorensen Todd Peacock Shirlene Dovey Virginia Mower Bruce Russell Dorothy Cook Roy Ellefsen &9r&4. negative statement towards any student organization, and yet, Mr. Bezzant has said things degrading one organization to build another. Believe us, honor assemblies are nothing students..and its because of ,.w'e Elder Laurence Todd Cook, son of Lawrence and Jenninne Cook, of Moroni, has accepted a call to serve in the Peru Lima South LDS Mission. He will speak in the Moroni Third Ward, May 27, in the Wales Ward Chapel at 8:50 a.m. He enters the MTC May 30. dinner Frimonthly 7 at 25, May day, p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center. sports. SUBSCRIPTION RATES preserve freedom MORONI The Moroni Senior Citizens will hold their nt, We their all to Senior citizens pot-lu- ' Our veterans gave s entertainment without taking dollars out of Sanpete County. We hope you will contact our elected officials if you would like to see our dances continued. Linda Jarman, owner Little Springs Cafe NS students take stand on You will not understand what we have gone through until you have spent nine months in a school with such a reat amount of tension and rustration that we, the students, have experienced. If our principal, Mr. Bez-zais doing such a great job, then why isnt he getting the support he deserves? There are many things you dont understand and many problems that have not been resolved. Lets begin with the attendance policy. It is our opinion iwii'fitf9 Peterson ' ' Dear Editor: Im writing this letter to let all our supporters know we appreciate the help with our Saturday night dances. It was their support that made the dances so much fun and a success for our small business. Unfortunately, at this time, we have to suspend the dances until further notice. The city administration has many questions as to whether the dances serve the needs of thie community and have not approved the dances as of yet. We have never had any arguments, fights, or improprieties on the premises during these dances and have never had any police calls or reports as a result of them. We have been complimented on how well run they are and that they are a source of adult ce think it is. 4 Koleen Owner upset over dance suspension received a standing ovation. It was fabulous. Youngsters were a little wound up by the 7:15 p.m. perfor-manbut even though their halos slipped a bit, they were and entertaining. charming, The school and those artists who prepared students for the program during a "Very Special Arts Utah" cultural arts exchange should be commended. Although parents enjoyed seeing their children in the dance review each year, the production was a bit long, and had, in recent years, gotten entirely out of hand. Instead of a dance recital, the annual production had become a lash ion show with parents to out-d- o each trying other, much Ip the detriment of youngsters whose parents couldn t afford such luxuries. Ju e f,;me.r dance reviews also lacked the professionalism exhibited by last weeks production. What made this years performance so distinctive was that . it moved. One class would not even be off the when the next act was filing on. The taped music was stage for appropriate such an occasion and was pleasant to listen to. The most singular difference noted in this years performance was that the children seemed to be themselves enjoying and they were confident. The fourth and fifth graders who danced (boys and girls alt.ke), did so with enthusiasm. The narrators recited memorized parts perfectly and with poise. Those that had group speaking parts could be well heard, even in the balcony, without a microphone. The finale was super. Only those that were there could understand the impact of "We Are The World" sung by all the students, at the end of the program, honoring Earth Day. Parent volunteers who watched students, especially the younger grades, and got them ready to perform, deserve a vote of thanks. Through this team effort, students learned about cultural arts and gave a great performance. We hope this is the beginning of a new tradition. Dear Editor: We, the "Kids" of North Sanpete High School, feel that it is time to take a stand and respond to the specific issues that Mr. Klotz presented in his editorial published in The Pyramid May 9. We need to let. the people know how we, as, students, feel and tell them what has transpired throughout this past school year as we have seen it. As Mr. Klotz stated in his editorial, "Its terrible!", and it truly is. But not in the way you g THE VIEW FROM HERE Letters to the Editor The performance, that included dance, narration, speaking parts and songs, was a refreshing change from the traditional dance festivals performed by the students each year. nalf-hninprfnrmonAnr .... tii f mi iww Comments ose who attended the Mt. Pleasant Elementary Cultural Arts presentation May 15 were well rewarded. ir mr Pyramid Editorials Great performance TWO n 1990 tPDGBOO X nHiiywnpiiii lint 5 mm F0ESMUE11 EKKOTGa Michael V. Jensen, son of Dean and Carina Jensen, Moroni, has been called to serve in the Iowa Des Moines LDS Mission. He will be honored Sunday, May 27, at 8:50 a.m. at the Moroni Second Ward. Fountain Green City GIHMD IT. Guard it wiih college tuition assistance and a paycheck every month. Guard it with a military job that could pay off in your cmlian career thanks to top notch management and vocational training. Protect everything that's close to you. Your home. Your community. Your country. 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