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Show Emery County Progress, Castle Dale, Utah 1 Tuesday, September 2. 2000 7 A Schools Huntington Elementary holds back to school night PIRATE NEWS by REN HATT i Anticipation was hii and the air was buzzing with excitement as the lady pirates took the floor on Sept. 7. the crowd waited J with eager expectation for the i first sene of the Lady Pirate's jj j Volleyball game. They were fac- - ing the extraordinarily tough opponent, the 2A Monticello Buckaroos, which they held their own against. In the first set, the Buckaroos jumped out to an early lead of but slowly the Lady Pirates came back with superb serving 4-- 0, and locked-dow- n defense. Green River showed the Buckaroos that they had a heavy arsenal of weapons on both the offense and the defense by diving for hard spikes and sening inches over the net. Green River had a pretty game and beat the Buckaroos in the first game lo-f- i. The second game was quite different. It started out the same with the Buckaroos jumping out with a quick lead. Only this time they werent stopped; they eon- tinued to score until the Lady Pirates made a few short runs at the end. The final score of the second game was 15-- 5 in favor of Monticello. The third game was a heated and exciting battle, with both teams making some amazing plays and some longvolleys. The Lady Pirates scored a few times and then had a short run to However, bring the score to right after that run, the Buckaroos shot back into the picture scoring several times consecutively. As extreme tension mounted, the game ended awfully quick; the final score being 15-Monticello. 9-- 4. 8, The Green River Pirates played a wonderful match and had some pretty moments. One thing for sure, they are looking tough and could definitely be a powerhouse this year. As the year goes on, I, as well as many others will continue to root and cheer them on, and we hope to see them do well. Go Pi- rates! the school counselor, Karen Bishop, introduced the program with video clips aired during home room time over the schools television system the first week of school. The service Learning class made posters and the Cheerleaders lead the studentbody in a Stand Up, Stand Out, Bulldogs! cheer during the opening assembly. Kristie Gravley began the presentation by telling students that we want to help every student feel welcome and accepted at school As we work to improve the environment of our school, Desirae Adison explained that we want San Rafael to be a place where all students are accepted, all students are valued and all students are invited to succeed. We believe that all students are good and share values like honesty and integrity, and that all students are taught at home to treat others like they would like to be treated, added Nicole School can and should be a place where eery Sanders. student is comfortable and ev- ery student feels valued and safe. With just a little extra thought about how we treat one another each day. we can all look out for those in our school who need a friend and San Rafael will be the best school it has ever been." Acknowledgingthat some students dont enjoy school, Bradee Seely said, We know that junior high is not always a good experience for everyone. There are students in our school who dont want to go to the commons area or hang out in the halls because they have been pushed, teased or called names in the past. Some kids dont want other kids to see that they dont have any friends. Aubrey Jensen told students that we can and should work together to help make school a good experience for everyone. Have you ever heard the saying cannot change the world, but can start with me?" She said, I think that means that we cant fix all the problems in the world, but we can change how 1 1 Night held on Aug. 31. Elaine Peterson the outgoing President introduced the new president, Jeanette Sorensen. Jeanette outlined the year for the ITA. We will have the Sunshine Awards, cookie dough and pizza sales for possible fund raisers, scone sales, and the annual Valentines Carnival. she said. We are in need of volunteers to help fill the positions on the board Sorensen stated. Lesa Bawden, parent volunteer, told of the Character Education Program that started last year. We are in need of volunteers to teach the lessons to PTA we act and how we treat the people closest to us. Whitney Fauver explained to students that Mrs. Bishop would be in the commons area during lunch time with pledge cards for student to sign that say. I cannot change the world, but I can start with me. When students signed the pledge card, they received a cool Bulldog pin. Collin Jensen went on to tell students that when they sign the pledge card, they Stand Up. When they reach out to help the students she said. The lessons ure outlined and easy to understand and teach the children self esteem and other character building traits." Bawden explained. Gail Kay who was a volunteer that taught the program last year said, "This program teaches the skills that children need to avoid bad situations and how to deal with conflicts. The new spelling program empasizes the teaching of the 500 most frequently used words in the English language. Stu- dents will be learning how to spell these 500 words. These words are used in 80 percent of photo by Patsy Stoddard Students and parents gather information during Huntington writing." explained Trish Zwahlen, a teacher at the Elementarys back to school night. school. Fresh Values program, which donates funds to local schools. Parents and students visited Tom Baltzer encouraged parents to participate in the Smiths Larry Davis the principal at Canyon View Jr. High welcomed Back to School Night, Sept.6. Davis introduced the choir under the direction of David Bird and accompanied by Karla Gunderson. The choir sang tw o numbers, "Alleluiah and Sing a Joyful Song. The CVJH cheerleaders performed a number for the audi- ence. Davis stated We are starting an academic probation policy similar to the citizenship policy, where a student will be on probation if they receive an F grade at midterm or at the end of a grading period will not be eligible to participate in school activitiessports or be taken out of class for such until the follow- ing requirements are met: 1. Student has completed a minimum of eight days suspension from activities. 2. Student attends a minimum of two after school study skills classes through the schools homework study skills classes through the schools Homework Helpers program, and the student provides documentaion to the office of completion of the program; 3. A grade check is completed by the proper authorities at the end of the probation period to determine if the failing grade has been improved. Failure to complete any or all of these requirements will result in an addi- - evening to themselves. It is also a benefit to the students who help other students with their homework, this strengthens their own skills. Mrs. Karpowitz, school counselor, discussed test taking strategies and reminded parents that SAT tests will be given September 18, 19. and 20th. Karla Gunderson, ITSA Treasurer, encouraged parents and students to join the ITSA organization at Canyon View. Karen Campbell will be the new ITSA President for the school year. other students, they Stand Out. Students can earn a spe- cial award pin when they are nominated by a teacher or another student for being a friend to a student who needs a friend. Mr. Weber will make special award presentations in classes during the school year to students who Stand Out. Tyrell Jewkes said that students who participate in other school activities will have a change to earn other great pins so this might be a good time to start a pin collection. Students were invited by Thelma Livingston works with students during back to schoo night. Devin Wareham to come to the commons area at lunch time on Friday to sign the pledge. Stu- STUDENT OF THE WEEK dent council and drill team members handed out candy to students who had their pledge cards and pins. The character education program was made possible by generous contributions to our Student Foundation from Emery Telcom, Russell Jensen, and many other local businesses and city councils who donated to our school during the past year to help San Rafael implement incentive programs and rewards to encourage and teach appropriate student behavior. Stand Up, Stand Out" was developed by Helen DeHay, counselor at Clearfield High School, and has been very successful in other areas of the Lyndi Jensen Lyndi Jensen is the student of the week for Cleve- land El- wants to be a Kindergarten Teacher when she grows up. The funnest thing about school ementary. Her Mom s i Theresa and her is Her favor- - Let us design your kitchen with our computer. Bring your kitchen measurements in St let us design your Dream Kitchrn. Pick & choose cabinets while we design it before your eye. You can ace the finished product in 3 dimension so you can visually walk thru your new kitchen. FREE Estimates. You'll be surprised just Itotv affordable it is. Sore Horn MovSatJ OOunkJgm Suitam-Spjn- . . was when Mrs. Fowler was kicking a coat, and slipped and fell on her back, she was ok. Her hobbies include basketball, soccer, softball and gymnastics. Her favorite movies are Parent Trap and It Takes Two. Jensen Dad ite food is chicken strips and mashed potatoes. Her favorite color is baby blue, and her favorite book is Charlottes Web. She loves school and sports. She Jed Jensen. C: have outstanding stu- You Green River, Price and surrounding communities. It was our great pleasure to serve yvu as customers and a privilege to have acquired many of you as cherished friends during the 28 years vf conducted business as Green River Auto Parts and Hardware, and 1 5 years as Castle County Auto Puns. Ileanfelt gratitude to our invaluable employ ees, Jared and Annalce Simms, Jim Pinneo, Prank Pinneo, and Nathan Simms, of Green River Auto ajnl Hardware. Prances Anderson, David I'ossat, Daniel Chapman, Jeremy Anderson and Maly a Rehutnn of Castle Country Auto Parts. Pest wishes for continued sun ess to the new h nrrs. - crasm) cmnDcim dents at San Rafael and we hope that this little reminder will help students be more mindful of the feelings and needs of others. Mr. Weber said, Ive noticed a difference already, not only in the way they treat each other, but in their willingness to try to resolve problems when they come up. They are more respectful to each other nnd with adults In handling difficult situations. We are looking forward to a great Thank E- 435-636-81- CanEDdZHDGDGIID state. We 710 East Main - Price Castle Country's Complete Home Center QummunD oidced aDGcro rrnrnrnTTm FIND OUT IN SALOMON SMITH BARNEY'S TEN STOCK LIST 2000. 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We are asking that no vehicles come to the rear of the school between 3:20 and 3:50. Kathy Emery spoke of the Olympic partnership, Canyon Views exchange country is Italy and there will be programs and activities surrrounding the culture of this country. Emery said I am the peer helpers advisor for our school, and I would like to encourage anyone who would like to be involved to fill out an application. year!" T with the teachers to learn of their plans for the new school year. Canyon View welcomes students back to class parents, faculty, and students to BULLDOGS Stand Up, Stand Out is a new character education program implemented last week at San Rafael Junior High School to help everyone become more aware of how we treat one another. 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