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Show t I DECEMBER 30, 1982 Grouip Ponders Athletics For 9th Graders BylOM iiu.ssfi.hfrg - FARMINGTON The final verdict isnt tn. Put a sample from Jour 9th grade athle tic committee member's indicate opposi-lio- n to allowing frcshmtn into high school athletic. V WITH ANOTHER meeting vet for Jan. 4, the committee has been given until Feb. I to report their findings to the hoard of education on the topic that raised considerable controversy during several meetings just before school started August and into the nest month. When the board attempted tackling the issue of whether 9th grader should be able to participate in those athletic activities not offered at the junior high football-thc- re was a division from board members as well as public who spoke out. levcl-espcci- ally IT AS decided to turn the matter over to a lay committee, that includes three district employ ccs- -a high school and junior high principal and the athletic director for the district, as well as six parents. "Most everyone I've talked to would prefer their students stay in the 9th grade" program. Matt Galt, Mueller Park Junior High School principal, said. "They want them to remaip with their friends," he continued, tendifig to set the stage for comments fronfthrec parents, all contacted independently by telephone. EXPRESSING "overwhelming" rekeep the status quo was Ray of Bountiful, who said one parent had indicated if we allow 9th graders to go and participate in the high school activities, what would prevent us from letting 6th graders come and participate with the junior high? Somchwere it has to stop," they said. He raised another concern: an athlete gifted in one area is often exceptional in another sport, as well. "Each sport is not conducted at the same time in the junior high as in the high school." He used the example of football and wrestling. sponse to Wes-tergar- d, Personnel Aid Santa Thousands of dollar and uncounted items of clothing, furniture and toy have been contributed by Hill AIB personnel during ihe past lew week to needy familie. seniors and institutions on the base and in the community. 'd that." Similar feeling were expressed by others, with Mr. Galt mentioning potential problems in having junior high student in- MORE THAN 100 base agencies volunteered to spon- sor one or more families, senior citizens or institutions. The sponsor visited the recipients. determining their needs, then came bask to the base employees, asking them for clothing, food or money to help out. In several cases, employees donated their time to mend heating devices, paint room or cover window with volved in night-timactivities, especially since they cant drive. Mrs. Poulvon questioned the school district's ability to pay for transportation-- a question asked also by some board member in the past. e "FROM ALL aspect." Mrs. Poulson went on, "those Ive spoken to havent felt SHE ECHOED Mrs. Johnson's feelings in talking to students. "The students themselves didnt feel the necessity. Their feelings were they'd (some) would get a head start, the ones that go ahead. It's a disadvantage to those who are more the "norm" to try and catch up w hen they get there (to high school)." Talking with a coach, he said that there are "no doubt" some "exceptional" 9th graders. "But those of their age group just them another year, haven't caught up-g- ive they do. Once they get together as sophomores, they are considered equally exceptional as 10th graders." THE plastic. The base gave to I JO families. 40 senior citicns and nine institutions including special schools and rest homes. 1 hese recipients were chosen from candidate cr and the Hill APB Chapel. Carol! Marchand of the Chapel has coordinated these activi could create a handicap for their peers who develop more slowly but can "come aboard" as 10th graders, she explained further relating the coachs comments. Speaking for the junior high program already in place, Mr. Galt said comments to him supported it. They feel we do have a good activity program at the schools for the district." Noting hed spoken to a community football league official, Mr. Galt indicated the official "feels we have a good program and I hate to see anyone leave." EMT Course Set In Davis County childbirth, and auto extrication. 451-51- THE COST of the course is $225, also college credit will be other units produced 40 wheeled vehicles including 23 bicycles, too diesved dolls and 500 vtutled animals from used toys contributed by base personnel, First choice of the toys went to the families and institutions sponsored by base units. The remaining toys were given to charitable organizations. ONE OF ihe sponsoring s in the Directorate of Materiel Management contributed more than 31 .txto in equipment including a wheel chair and a special bed to the Canyon View School for Special Education in Ogden. Each child in the school also received a Christmas stocking filled with candy. un-jt- - COUPLE of mistakes in the amended ordinance actually banned youths under 18 years of age from being on the streets or in a public place between noon and 5 a.m. It was intended, when the ordinance was rewritten a few months ago, that youths should be prohibited from fre A Rocky Spoelstra, ballet master for the Davis Ballet PROBABLY SO! octor (after examining pa-- t: I dont like the looks of it husband, imson. Mrs. , I don t Irs. Adamson: so kind er, doctor, but hes children. te Council. MR. SPOELSTRA was a Basic I, Basic IV, and Intermediate III. The Davis Ballet School is a liam Christensen, Gordon Paxman, Yurek Lazewski, Bene Arnold and Mattlyn 11. For various time sche- dules, please contact the Davis-U- . of U. The classes DCE Ballet School, founded by William Christensen, provides excellent classical ballet stutraining for dents planning on professional careers in ballet or developing personal skills in this art form. o, Gavers. MR. SPOELSTRA has in- structed ballet at Western Michigan University, Weber State College, at the University of Utah, and for DEC (The of Utah). For more information contact Stacy Christensen at the Davis University of Utah, Davis-Universi- ty would "stick together and ould not agree to dealing wuh Davis County a long as there are no sohd agreements with Dasis County cities (or ihe w proposed for construction near Hill Air Force Base. Meanwhile, most Weber County cine are ui.ig the Telcdyne Plant in West Ogden. AT AN impromptu meeting held recently, Mr. Jefferies told Weber County officials that ground breaking for the proposed Davis County plant is scheduled this spring and anyone wanting to use the facility should act quickly. Weber County Commissioner Robert Hunter said he invited Mr. Jclfcne and other Davis County officials to the impromptu meeting because "of expressed interest in the plant and to have questions answered about feasibility of joining in the plant operation." MR. JEFFERIES emphasized that Davis County is not seeking to compete with ihe facilWeber County-operateity for garbage. However, Roy and Pleasant View have ex d HE ALSO emphasized that term for the proposed sale of steam to nearby Hill Air I orcc Base have not been and no definite plans for plant participation can be maue until a coniracl has been eom-plete- signed. Mr. Jefferies said no oilier but that which is fiarbage in Dasis Count is actually needed to provide for an efficiently operated plant. IIQWEVIR, we will accepting garbage (torn Weber County if all fac iors can he worked out." said the WTRC director. con-sid- Meanwhile. Weber County Solid Waste Management Board is seeking ar. equitable way to charge for landfill use. A 36.44 a tun fee is charged to cities and the county on a population basis. OGDEN City officials have challenged this system, in effect sme ITU, i not equitable becuv the citys large population subsidizes the vl ) county landfill. A study is being maJe to if a flat rate sysiem bawd on the type of propeny that produces the garbage would be more equitable, AT THE same lime. Davis Couniy homeowners may be 'astng n increased lipping fee lor garbage that Is Ircalcd at the proposed garbage burning facility, acsording to figures released at a recent Davis Waste Management mcding Board Instead of pay mg 3r per ton tipping tec when the plain the fee should opens in he closer to 3 per ton - not 9. including transpiKtaiion vot I his means south Davis County residenis could be pax mg as much as 312 per ton the fust year. THIS FEE will be ms leased for six ycat to meet expected inflation and olher operaiing costs, board me hers were told. Originally, the tipping fee the first year was to be 36 per ton with an increase of 31 per year for six years or a maximum of 312 per ton. by 31 per year - Davis Legislators To Discuss Priorities Davis County senators and representatives will discuss their priorities for the I 9x3 session of the Utah Legislature at a meeting Jan. 4 of the League of Women Voters of North and South Davis Couniy. THE MEETING at the Bountiful Community Church. 100 N. 400 E.. Bountiful at 7 p.m., w ill begin with a pot luck dinner. The public is invited. For additional information call Nclda Bishop. 292.7889. DEADLINE For Missionary Photos Thurs 6:00 Christmas Spree - FARMINGTON Three Sunset residents apparently went on a buying spree and didn't know when to stop. THE UNIDENTIFIED trio allegedly wrote worthless checks amounting to more than $10,000. The "rubber checks were passed in Davis and Weber counties, according to Davis County Deputy Attorney Bill McGuire. He said the investigation of the alleged bogus check spree is still under investigation and the amount of the checks spent could far exceed $10,000. - Stmt Sponsors offered winter quarter are as follows: Beginning Ballet Techniques, Ballet I, Ballet II, BALLET classes will begin Jan. 3 and run through March pressed an interest in the Davis facility. Commissioner Hunter said he felt Weber County cities plants eperauon." WILBUR R. Jefferies said the "door ha been opened" for negotiations w ah chics outside Davi County who show an interest in using the plant - soloist and charter member of the Ballet West for ten years. He danced with the U. of U. Theatre Ballet for seven years and was an auxiliary dancer for the San Francisco Ballet, as well as a guest dancer with the Sacramento Civic Ballet. He has performed in the Nutcracker, Concerto Boroc-cSerenade, Swan Lake, The Firebird, Con Amore, and the Ballet Coppelia among many others. He received his training at the University of Utah where he studied under Wil- School will be offering six ballet classes winter quarter, at the Davis U of U. Mr. Spoelstra has a BFA (1963) from the University of Utah as well as a MFA (1967). of Wasatch Front Regional -- Aid Over 300 navis Families We anticipated an increased need among Davis e residents for help this Christmas and geared our plans toward the expectation that county residents would respond accordingly, stated Roslyn Dechart, director of the Davis County Sponsors for Santa program as she finished the last assignments, Dec. 23. We were not disappointed. Countys APPROXIMATELY 100 sponsors, individuals, church groups, schools, businesses, employee organizations, and service clubs helped over 300 families throughout the county. "Im sure there were many other efforts by people we are not aware of who worked independently of our program, stated Ms. Dehart. She tells of several interest-in- g Sponsors for Santa cian. AN EMT is qualified to work the executive director - Davis U. Of U. Schedules Ballet Classes ' proposed quenting public places between midnight and 5 a.m. THE WEEKDAY curfew had been listed as being from 12 p.m. until 5 a.m. which left a question as to whether 12 p.m. is noon or midnight. In addition, the old ordinance banned youths from public places between 1 and 5 a.m. Friday night also a little confusing. But City Ordinance 217 has been amended and there's no question of the city fathers intent to restrict youths in public places during the afternoons, grb a person to become an emergency medical techni- on ambulances, fire departments, in police forces, and in emergency rooms. Many other occupations are looking for EMTs. The course takes you from basic first aid through some advanced emergency procedures. We cover CPR, bandag-insplinting, emergency Davi County waste disposal plant may be expanded to include cine in Ucbcr County, according to ties. TOVS I OK the children in the sponsored families were supplied by the 2952nd Combat Logistus Support Squad' ron who repaired and refur bished more ihan JJ.txK) worth of toys this year. With hull Sergeant Brooks Curtis in charge, the members of he squadron and volunteers from A revised city ordiLAYTON nance has had Layton youngsters in a at least those who may have panic paid heed to an amended ordinance that makes it illegal to be on the streets after noon. program of the Division of Continuing Education and the University of Utah Department ofBallet, under the chairmanship of Ardean Watts. The given for this course. Anyone interested in this course needs to contact Paul White at or Craig Smith at BvGAKV K. BLODGETT Layton Changes Curfew To Avoid Youth Confusion "head start" for some EARLY proposed by the Salvation Army and ihe Community Action agencies in We-iand North Davis counties "early-bloomc- rs IF A STUDENT wanted to play in high school football that could conflict with junior high wrestling held at the same time, and he wanted to participate in both. Because football is offered only at the high school he could go there for that, if it was approved, but would have to remain at the junior high for wrestling because its offered there. LN CHECKING with other districts, the Under athletic state school board legislajunior high principal said he felt reassured tion, earlier this year, individual school "we do have a good program for our 7th-9t- h boards were given authorization to allow graders. Most districts who were letting 9th junior high students the chance to particigraders go up (to high school) dont have pate at the high school level if the program is anything for 7th and 8th graders. When you not offered in the junior high. That wasnt start to compare us with other districts, they limited to sports, alone, however, and thats don't have anything." one concern raised. Mr. Westergard questioned scheduling, with junior high students possibly having to IF IT OPENS to athletes, you have to miss part of their classes to get to the high open it to everything else, Dorothy Poul-so- n school practice in time. It could mean a late of Layton indicated. That could open junior high arrival might be forced to run the door to everything from debate to valaps or do something else apart from his rious music activities, involving potentially teammates. dozens of students beyond athletics, some have argued. HE ALSO expressed concern about Committee members were asked to speak acceptance of the 9th graders by their older to students, as well as parents, and Sherrie peers. The necessity of adjusting some to Johnson of the Bountiful area said that in the high school schedule could disrupt other studies, as well, he added. speaking to a group of 9th grade students, I was surprised they were also against it. Mr. Hill said he didnt see any problem with completing the study and providing recommendations by the Feb. 1 deadline. "EVERYONE HAS been against it. The all called me been have Those interviewed by this reporter tended people who have continued. she it, Mostly, they to agree the findings so far would indicate against kids their want dont up faster the date should be easy to meet, as well, growing just with one asking whats happened to those than they have to. Theres no sense throwschool environment a them who vocally supported the change earlier into high ing this year. until theyre old enough. A lot of them men An EMT course is being offered from Jan. 5 to Feb. 27 in Davis County. This course will run Wednesday, Friday and Saturday for eight weeks. This course consists of 132 hours. The training will qualify EHllAKB tioned aKo that even though it would affect only a couple of students, the other would w ant to be going to the high vchool a get half the junior high school over there and they didn't like the idea of the need or desire, even those who've had a little (athletic) experience, feel the pressure adJed on them, the pressure is very great (on youngsters)," adding that it could pose problems for their personalities and egos. "From what I've seen of my own family, it's to their betterment to stay with their own grjup. The logistics arc formidublc-f- or the few, getting an advantage, if it's considered as such." Include Weber County In Garbage Burning? Senior Citizen Menus Lunch menus for the countys three senior citizens centers for the week of Jan. 7 will include: toes buttered peas, carrot curls, hot rolls pineapple upside down cake 4-- milk. TUESDAY, Jan. 4, chicken fried steaks, whipped parslied carrots, hot rolls potatoes applesauce, glazed spudnuts, milk. Wednesday, Jan. 5, pizzans, lettuce wedge buttered green beans, choice of fruit, chocolate chip cookies, milk. Friday, Jan. 7, English fish & baked potatoes cherry or sauce, colesalw, hot rolls milk. apple turnover, RESERVATIONS should be made the day before Heritby calling the Golden Years Center, Meal Silver Site, Age age Center, 295-347- 9; 773-706- 5; THURSDAY, Jan. 6, fried chicken, whipped pota approaches. Steven Wood, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Wood of Bountiful, collected enough clothes, food, toys and games to supply the needs of three Asian refugee families plus a $150 value donation of food and toys to the Department of Human Services. He did it as an Eagle Scout project. After canvassing his LDS ward area with flyers, he called on each home and collected items that could be used by the three families. He was assisted by friends, Chris and Russell Trinnaman, Clark Lof-tu- s and Mike Beckstead. Steve said over 70 percent of the families in his ward participated. MS. PHYLLIS Dahl, a fifth grade teacher at East Layton Elementary, and her students made a warm quilt to contribute to a needy family. Many schools contributed food and toys. Often the canned goods had festive ribbons tied to them. Knowlton Elementary School had a cupcake sale and earned $174.50. A single mother who had budgeted carefully and purch- ased her familys needs for Christmas was surprised when her bachelor brother came unexpectedly and wanted to provide for the family. This mother generously donated everything she had purchased to help another single mother family. ANOTHER woman who had received Sponsors for Santa help in years past, said her familys finances had improved greatly. She was so appreciative of the help she had received she wanted to do the same for someone else. With her husband now working, she was able to purchase a turkey, other food, toys and Christmas decorations. ' Many other stories could be . Ms. Dechart said these give a good indication of told, but the charitable attitudes of many Davis County residents this holiday season. We at Human Services want to express great apprec ation for the generous outpouring of goodwill toward the needy, she said. ' |