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Show REFLEX LEADER SEPTEMBER 16, 1982 JOURNAL BULLETIN Decision On 9th Grade Sports Due In 2 Months UylUM North County Fxlitor - FARMINGTON Al least some of the parents w ho asked for school board action for or against 9ih grade sport participation doubtless went away unhappy, last week, but at least a decision Is fortheom-ing-i- n two months. THAT TIMELINE w as set as formation of a committee was approved that will include involvement in providing information to assist the board in deciding if 9th graders should be allowed to participate in those high school sports not offered on the junior high level, especially football. The issue was raised nearly a month ago when several parents attending the meeting noted some weight youngsters had enrolled in training classes anticipating playing with high school teams. That action followed change in Utah High School Activities Assoc, rules allowing 9th graders to participate in that and other activities, at local board option. THE DAVIS School board introduced that moin fact, but as was noted by Farmington Board Member Marda Dillrce, is a district w here its six high schools are in the one-thir- d minority statewide that don't include 9th grade. Former coach and athlete Bruce G. Parry of Syracuse emphasized he doesn't support 9th grade participation only because of that previous involvement. tion, I le cited board of education philosophies as wotking to serve the individual, attempting close school relation to the community, recognition of individual differences and appropriate program adjustment. WHEN PARENTS say, "Let 9th grader be 9th graders," Mr. Parry noted, "I don't understand what that means. One of the biggest problems in our schools." he went on. is setting up "12 increments" where "we say. you're this age and you have to do these things." Emphasizing schools should help students develop their "talents" he cited statements from coaches indicating "prime age" for swimming, for 5 w ith 9th grade coming in the example, is ages 1 3-- BOARD MEMBER Ray Briseoe of Bountiful said "no parent or administrator who called me really understood the issue. They're calling based on misinformation." Noting he tends to side with parents rather than administrator he did express concern he doesnt want to 'w ater down" the junior high program or "disrupt" the junior high schedule. "Id like to support the individual," he said, addma. Tm confused right now." ' IIY NOT give our kids a chance to compete- -I think with some schedule changes in another year our kids can compete," Mr. Parry said, using the example of Chris Everett Lloyd and tennis with Mr. Bri woe recalling the case of a junior high 9th grader who was qualified but had to look on while high 1 middle. "I THINK we need to take a hard look at the system and look at the list" of activities available for high school students not offered in junior high, he continued. "I think sometimes we base it on the excuse, Wc can't do it all, so let' do none'." "I wonder what would've happened to that young man who graduated from Boise State University at 12 if they'd said. 'You're a 7th grader'." TSE AS A basis if the kid has some ability I don't know why we can't provide (opportunities)" Mr. Parry continued. We should be helping these kids to achieve, we should be involving parents." ALTHOUGH favoring 9th grade participation he emphasized it should be "done right" through careI think we do need to make this ful scheduling. program available as soon as we can determine it isn't making (or won't) make a conflict. sch filers played tenni. Mr. Briscoe broadened that to where music students may not be allowed to participate in high school events merely because of grade level with Mr. Puny adding, I think they can do it (participate) in any area they can do it." "I believe we need to be careful," Supt. Lawrence Welling said, "while offering individuality, not taking out the heart of some other program. If there could he a way out of penalizing a student who has talent without penalizing him accadcmically, I don't think we'd have too much concern." IE A JUNIOR high student could attend a high scfr-o- l activity without interrupting his regular junior high day or set those events for the end of the day, he askeJ, noting the legal implications must also be studied. "It's easy to say we have transportation as pari of a parents responsibility. Em not certain we're not playing into the hands of a problem in that being (pari of) a child's educational plan. "You (may) have parents say you transport them (students) from A to B," meaning from their junior high to the high school if they participate there, he dtltd. AS IN THE previous board meeting, patrons comments were received, all but one strongly supporting 9th grade participation, with David King, new Davis Education Assoc, president, asking about chances for someone not physically able to play sports to still participate in high school activ ities if qualified. Dr. David Warden of Kaysvtllc said there's a "tremendous market in Utah for athletes" and noted scholarship possibilities available to qualified athletes, recalling his own athletic participation and scholarship that helped finance his education. A 1979 Clearfield High graduate claiming a 3.9 grade point average, said he figured 27 oi 33 students receiving academic scholarships in that class had participated in "at least one sport, with "most two or more." adding. "I think it depends on the indi- vidual. Academically, sports helped me more than anything." A woman who said she has a 12th grader plating football and a 9th grader in junior high noted. "1 w ant him to stay in junior high. I think he can contribute to that school, be a big frog in a little pond for a little while. I want him to stay back in junior high." SECTION Some Students Still Not Immunized By TOM BUSSELBERG FARMINGTON -- - Some secondary level. "It s a lot better on the elementary level," she adds. secondary schools have a couple hundred students not in compliance with the new county and state immunization law, the county's nursing director says. DOLLEEN Jewett said in a Monday morning telephone interview that students will be given 30 days to complete the immunizations, provide proof of previous innoculations or could sign the waiver as stipulated in the county ordinance. That is allowed for those who claim health, religious or other strong feelings against the immunization. We have some schools close to 100 percent, others not in compliance, and there will be several notified of possible exclusion if they dont comply with the law, she said, noting the problem is greatest on the THIS IS the first school year where the ordinance is in place and she said it was hard to determine how many more students might be immunized, proportionately, over past years, but added, "Im sure its better." She also reported to the board of health, last week, that the health department is still providing skilled nursing care, as it has since 1966 although two agencies from outside the county are now providing additional services in that area. SUCH CARE includes physical therapy, a home health aide and speech therapy, for instance, available for those needing help of any age, although its primarily utilized by the elderly. It offers skilled care, such as changing dressings, catheter care of taking blood pressures and providing medication at the persons place of residence, providing an alternative to nursing home care or extended hospitalization. For those not under Medicare or ment at private insurance, some supSHE ALSO noted the counport is given by United Way. Two registered nurses provide tys Women Infant Children the service with contractual food nutrition-car- e program is service available for physical rapidly reaching its previous therapy. Those interested high level, with close to should call the health depart 2,000" being served from Farmington and Clearfield offices. The program was cut back, dropping "lowest priorities" due to funding cutbacks but those areas have been restored again, Mrs. Jewett said. Adult Ed Classes Set If you are in need of Adult Basic Education training, cost free, here is your opportunity. Classes meet every Tuesday and Wednesday at Bountiful High, room 308, Davis from 9 High, room 242 and Clearfield High, room p.m. ENGLISH AS a second language classes are also avail S-- able for adults, cost free, every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 p.m. at Bountiful High, room 310 and Clearfield High, room 7-- 7-- For further information call Mrs. Gail Bennett at 451-11- in Farmington. Board Will Study Busing Policy parents instances, their children live too We have close for automatic busing. some restrictions. All of you have to recognize every street is (considered) hazardous (by parents involved). The districts buses have often transported some youngsters living closer than mandated distance when buses werent filled with eligible students, but that could bring problems, now, thanks to a change in the state funding formula. By TOM BUSSELBERG - After receiving two FARMINGTON busing requests from Layton and Clearfield parents, the Davis Board of Education has voted to study the options, forming a committee that would include lay citizen input. LAST TUESDAYS action came after several meetings with parents of students attending Lincoln Elementary School in Layton living in the Camelot subdivision near the new Antelope Drive Interchange. The board reversed an earlier decision just before schools start that will continue busing elementary students from that area for the foreseeable future. Previously, the district had agreed to busing until the new interchange was completed. It opened to traffic last month. THE FORMULA has been tightened, the superintendent said. Theyre saying if there are more than 15 percent of ineligible students riding well be penalized. From last year, it appears if we continue along the same lines, about $100,000 in state funding could be withdrawn. Everybodys feelings are that their situation is more severe, more dangerous than anybody elses, he said, noting the situation must be looked at county-wid- e PANCHO REDFERN also asked that busing be implemented for youngsters attending South Clearfield Elementary School who live in the Pepperidge and Sundowner condominiums and Phyllis Subdivision, citing heavy traffic and the need for youngsters to pass a freeway exit and entrance to and from school. The board also agreed to send letters to both Layton and Clearfield mayors indicating concern that more sidewalks and safety the district has signing are needed-are- as no control over. The only sidewalks the district can place are in front of schools, Board Pres. Sheryl Allen told about 100 meetparents attending the recent board with raised been to have was issue The ing. all county mayors, possibly as early as this week. uniformity in safety areas signing was also noted, with some to having flashing lights for approaches have only while others painted schools schools. markings on the streets in front of I guess the lack of uniformity in safety coding is because its up o each city, Supt. Lawrence Welling said. "Each city has the responsibility. Some see flashing the two lights as necessary. On the part of cities (Clearfield and Layton) involved A PROBLEM with carefully. Small Fry Services Chief Daren Green of the Clearfield Police Department has issued the following advice for children in Davis County. Mr. Green is the chairman of the Davis County Law Enforcement Administration Association. I AM AUTHORIZED to announce that all police departments in Davis County will set up facilities to take finger prints or palm prints of children in the county between p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25. The department will provide a finger print card which will contain pertinent data on each child, and a place for a lock of hair. These cards will then be returned to the parents for safe keeping, for use as needed. It is recommended that the blood type of each child also be placed on this record. This type of card would provide law enforcement agencies with information that will help identify a child at any time during his lifetime. This service will be provided at each police department in the county, except the Bountiful department, which will set up a booth at the Five Points Mall. If further information is needed, you may contact your local police department, states Chief Green. Lectures At Mall Layton Hills Mall is pleased to bring the Greater Davis Community, a special lecture series each Wednesday evening throughout the month of September, October, and into November. THE SERIES will highlight various topics such as energy tips for the home, peace in the Middle East, Parenting Techniques for a happier home, life after divorce and more. The topics will be presented each Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Center Court. Admission is free to the public. We invite all to attend, as speakers who are participating are professionals in the field they will discuss. Here it from the experienced. Below is the schedule of lectures for the month of September. Sept. 23, Becky Hutchins, The Energy Checklist, A Family Affair Home Economist, Utah Power and Light. Sept. 29, Regai Makar, Peace in the Middle East head librarian of the Middle East Library at the University of Utah. SPECIAL two-paparenting class, Sept. 21, 23, Rich Johansen and Larry Metcaff - Parents, learn the rules before playing the game, Talking Back, Tantrums and more. Parents learn how to improve the atmosphere of your home. This particular lecture will begin at 6. rt Hopefuls At Mall See Tomorrows Olympic Hopefuls Saturday, Sept. 16 at the Layton Hills Mall. Amateur Boxing will come to the Mall in a three day event, Thursday thru Saturday, Sept. Boxers such as Rudy Gorgaleo, Frankie Lucero, Ihoni Katoa, Keith Chiaia, and more will bout it out with three matches on Saturday beginning at 12, 2 and 4 p.m. near Center Court. AT 3 MEET Pisa Finai, heavy-weigchampion of the Sugar Ray Leonard Tournament and receive a 14-1- 6. they may solve these needs in different ways. LAYTON BOARD Member Dee Forbes indicated neither Lincoln or North Layton Junior High Schools had flashing lights for motorists although a light was installed at North Layton, never used, and removed. As a parent, youre caught in a nonmans land," Bountiful Board Member Ray Briscoe said. The city doesnt do it and its not the school boards responsibility. He indicated some funds are available from the state Department of Transportation to assist in sidewalk construction. SIDEWALKS arent seen as the whole problem by parents in Camelot or the Pepperidge area of Clearfield, though, with Camelot parents asking for busing indefinitely, even after sidewalks would be installed along the entire walking route. Supt. Welling repeated problems the district has in transporting those students not "eligible by state funding reimbursement standards. Elementary school youngsters miles living more than one and from school can be bused and secondary two miles with funds returned to the disone-ha- lf trict. ' LN BOTH THE Clearfield and Layton SUPT WELLLNG said he thought the Antelope Drive interchange had been built to accommodate not only vehicular but pedestrian traffic, and felt busing could cease. The sidewalk situation, while not the best, neither is it the worst. The city has done some little accommodating down the line. n He concurred a study" looking at all routes should be undertaken, and Let "implored patrons to be patient. us study your other problems so that we can treat people as fairly as possible. If we look at Davis County in the broad sense, its like a great China Wall. INTERSTATE 15s location countys center does present down the some real problems to move people adding in U.S. Highway 89 in the north and railroad tracks to the west of the freeway. Transportation information will be obtained from district officials and the committee formed, with periodic reports !made in coming board meetings until the studys completion. Meanwhile, present busing will continue. ht free autographed picture. Along with the boxing will be other sporting events such as gymnastics, body building, karate, and Kung Fu. Dont miss this sports spectacular highlighting our own Utah Olympic hopefuls. THURSDAY, Sept. 16, body building demonstration, 6 p.m., center court; amateur boxing lecture, 7 p.m., center court. Friday, Sept. 17, karate demonstration, 4 p.m., center court; shadow boxing and training, 6 p.m., center court; amateur boxing lecture, 7 p.m. center court. SATURDAY, Sept. 18, amateur boxing bouts, 12, 2 and 4 p.m., near center court; gymnastic show, 1 p.m., center court; David Errigos Kung Fu, 2 p.m. center court; Pisa Finai, 3:30 p.m. Center Court (in person). |