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Show language and Chicano culture, notes that there are several ntethods used to interest the Project Praised But children -- accomplishment. "Competition teaching aides are enjoyed by the students," she declared, "especially when there is visible reward incentive. Bingo, and team games, word-bank- s contests get the children very enthusiastic," smiles Mrs. Ruf, Faces Possible Cut In M. C. in bi lingual whose own vivacity and Funding in her teaching exuberance methods obviously is valuable to Chicano students in perpetuating a positive image of themselves. by Laura Briggs They relate to her happy personality and attractive "Thanks to the timely appearance, as she darts about the classroom, sharing her fun and pride in her culture. assistance of the Salt Lake City School Board of Education, the -- v concern of parents and citizens, and funding from Model Cities, are benefiting our students from individualized enrichment programs in their curriculums," stated Riverside School Principal, Steve N. Borovatz. Riverside Elementary, which became ineligible for further Title federal programs this school year, is located at 608 South and 8th West in Salt Lake City. This school, which was considered so important to the community last s Chicano parents are encouraged to assist small children to actively participate. "So far," states despite proposed closure because of changing school population and spiraling school operation costs, is now immersed in the new volunteer program in conjunction Mrs. Sanchez, "Chicano parents have come along on field trips, but they seem shy about coming in Sif? .. .. 9 .. JJ. fsy'i 1 I V w' and getting involved classroom." "USAI L is in the stated Borovatz, as he conluded his outline of the Model Cities funded program. " Citizens of the westside Ruf, Spanish teacher at Riverside School, teaches youngsters a Spanish song. Mrs. Cleonice neighborhood consider the program at the al Riverside School so valuable they appointed Mrs. Coral Coffey of the Model Cities Coordinating with USAIL, Utah's System Approach to Individualized Council to appear before the Model Cities Joint Board of Learning. Program installers are Rose Ann Jackson, who works with teachers and parents in implementing programs in grades Kindergarten through third and Commissioners on December 6, to request reconsideration of fund allocation for this particular project in the 1973 Model Cities Nedra Fuller, who handles planning for grades 4 through 6. budget. "This Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Fuller work directly with the Board of Education, as well as the Curtis School and USAIL people who have privileged Riverside School have witnessed with curriculum materials, project al the first time we has pulled our emphasis specialist, parents in school programs. Mrs. Sanchez collaborates closely with Naomi Evans of the Board of Volunteer parents at Riverside assemble USAIL materials. Left to right, Delores Hutchinson, Nedra Fuller, instructor and Education, and Nola Louise Leary. Price, plea with remarks that the community spirit revolving around Riverside School is very constructive and it might be a good idea to consider the building of a Westside Community Center. volunteer coordinator at Riverside. "At this time we have a team of thirteen parents who give all the time they can, in addition to nineteen volunteers from the University of Utah, who come in four hours each week," stated Mrs. Sanchez. "Fifteen of the University volunteers work with USAIL and four with Special Education pupils." "Follow Through also has parental involvement through the program," Borovatz said, "For the three classes there are six volunteers plus three teaching assistants. "This program is only as effective as our volunteers, who a common endeavor to enrich the educational facilities available to our children." Mrs. Coffey concluded her Madeleine Sanchez, who works with the community to involve can give invaluable aid in at least 51 tasks," stresses Borovatz. "The with manipulative teaching aids such as those USAIL provides, it program, which is geared to give an individualized curriculum plan really too early to objectively evaluate the worth of the new for each child, program," according to Borovatz. "It will take two or three years to see if the desirable features of the program offset what might prove to be serious deficiencies in the academic quality of learning, for so he learns intelligent choices for himself and can develop and mature from 'dependency to independence must involve the community. Many parents, heretofore, have not understood fully what a classroom really is," Borovatz pointed out. "Though there are many interesting aspects to the program so far, including the pupils' obvious liking for and fascination Make celebration plans with your family. Draw names for giving gifts, have a potluck dinner for your entire family. Shop at J.C.M.I. Clothing Store. New and used items at reduced costs. 2835 South Main Street (Division of Family Services) Tuesday, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Contact your church! Many offer Christmas help. Community and CAP centers offer programms and help for the holidays. Check with the ones in your neighborhood. Toys for Tots (ages 2 to 14) Sponsored by the Marines and the Salvation Army Christmas Dinner doesn't have to be a lonely affair! Single adults can share Christmas dinner with the 486-181- 1. Contact the Salt Lake Tribune Sub-fo- r Santa department for help with your Christmas. CATHOLIC CHARITIES CARES Teenagers-W- example." ho Need Foster homes Cleonice Ruf, Spanish teacher, who through Call us if you can help the Model Cities sponsored program, comes into each classroom 20 minutes daily to involve the students in Spanish may help you through Christmas! Salvation Army. Call is language Here is list of hints from the Divison of Family Services which a community together in The program includes "Poor Santas" Thursday is significant Chicano participation by parents in school activities," declared Mrs. Coffey. "Furthermore, we feel the scope of the entire according to Mr. Borovatz. Tips For an integral part of the new program concept," i that involved parents insisted the school remain open the program. Babysitting is provided to enable parents with I year in 322-25- 69 Fourth 320 East South |
