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Show UTLn - co - r T rrir 1 presented to District Superintendent Doyle Swallow Patti Husted, president of Kanab High School's Music Parents OVER $1,000 is At School Board Meeting by . . . Organization. The monies are toward the purchase of new band and chorus uniforms. Parents Ask For Code of EthicsConduct Guidelines by Doug Reddick A crowd too large for the school boards normal meeting place assembled at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7. Doors were unlocked, lights lit and tables set up in the band room at Kanab Middle School to accommodate the overflow crowd of 32 people interested in the boards actions. the first subject of Though discussion was not on the agenda, several parents expressed a need that a set of guidelines, code of ethics or conduct, or a directive in some detail be compiled to set standards. To be considered in these guidelines would be dress standards for students as well as participation so that uniforms and costumes would maintain a certain propriety reflective of the community and school represented. How teachers and administrators are selected was also discussed. The board assured all that many of these criteria are part of state law and are indeed written. There is some area for local judgment and the board was praised for its abilities and the respect they have, for the most extra-curricul- part. The board pointed out that when a board member or members are not in harmony with the community, - as a they will not be means of controlling the board to represent the best interests of their communities. Concern was expressed that the principles, integrity, standards and morals of an individual should be considered when selecting a teacher or administrator. These areas are sometimes restricted by law and some are unwritten judgment call areas. It is felt by many in attendance that it is important to keep these things in mind as teachers and administrators are an example the students and community look up to and must be exemplary. A committee to establish such a guideline of dress and conduct student participation also will be considered as an agenda item to set a future code to ensure modesty of uniforms and costumes and attempt to address standards of behavior. Sample band uniforms were displayed and discussed with the feeling that a better quality, though higher-priceuniform is the best buy. The board approved purchase, accepting the monies raised from the Music Parents Organization toward this purchase. More band uniforms will need to be purchased as the program grows and the MPO will continue to raise funds toward their acquisition. The manufacturer of the uniforms guarantees availability of matching uniforms for ten years. A letter of thanks signed by 35 students involved in the music program at Kanab High School was delivered to Board Chairman Bob at the school board of were different cost, the samples meeting and available. The better materials r:nufacture uniform was decided upon for its proven longevity. BAND UNIFORMS DISPLAYED Fredonia Council Hears . . Ramsay. The letter expressed gratitude to the board and the community for the support of efforts to get both band and chorus uniforms. Kanab High School Chorus President Diane Spencer informed the board of some of the problems the band and chorus students feel there are in the music program. It was pointed out that they have discussed these with their principal and teacher and feel that they can be worked out. There was some concern that a public meeting was not the place to discuss such things, but it was addressed as an information item and in this writers opinion, actually rather a positive thing as communications are not always doing so well in such situations. Robert Houston represented the Cowboy Classic Committee with reports of their earnings over the past three tournaments totaling about $2,000. A $500 scholarship will be awarded in May. Houston also suggested the board consider a concession room for use at various activities at the new high school. He was afraid it might be too late to stub in water lines, drainage and electricity, but that it should be looked into for future construction of a facility which would be permanent. He feels that a permanent set-uwould be better for the equipment needed, such as popcorn, hot dog and drink machines. Their commit- - tee is willing to purchase equipment and help with eventual construction of such a concession area. Houston pointed out that such a facility can be located with access into the new school for functions at the new auditorium and the gym as well as outside access for athletic field activities. He cited the management of concessions at Orderville as a model of how a successful program can be handled with a maximum of student participation. The business classes run the project with profits divided equally among all activities, not just athletics. The school board will check on the possibility of these hookups now as these basic lines could be run more easily and probably cheaper than when construction now underway is finished. Houston mentioned that this may be three or four years down the road, but could be planned for now. Communication from Garfield County has been that the Ticaboo p v Funds were voted to provide the balance necessary with the Music Parents Organization monies to order the new band uniforms, the first in well over 10 years. . Glaspie presented names of individuals that he had approached to study underground drainage andor a sewer system in Fredonia. His motion passed to appoint Roney Pratt, Sandy Mognett, Lowell Hodgkinson and Harold Pratt. Gene Mitchell will also be asked to serve. Preston Brooksby presented an agreement for the publication of the Fredonia History. This will be reviewed by the attorney. Glaspie reported that there will be a magician Show to raise money to construct food booths for the July fourth activities. Don Mackelprang reported that there will be an ICPA meeting in Page on March 20 and 21. Mackelprang made a motion to purchase a steam cleaner for the public works and police department, seconded by Dean Heaton, with all in favor. The department heads will get together on the amount to be paid by each of the cost of approximately $2,000. Georgia Heaton reported that the Fredonia Senior Citizens van grant is on the way to ADOT for processing and the van will be here in about a year. The plans for the Senior Center ar-- , apparently not ready. School, which is attended by Kane County students residing at Bullfrog Marina on Lake Powell, has more Kane County students than Garfield. They propose that the Kane District now provide schooling once again at Bullfrog. Some difficulties exist in having a building in Bullfrog, being on National Park Service land. It can literally take an act of congress to get a piece of property to put a school on. It will be studied. In the districts building review, it was reported that the restrooms are not quite finished, though useable, at Valley High School. Construction crews at Kanab are making lots of progress on the building there. The county lease of the old Orderville School building is being studied, provision needs to be made for storage of some school properties and other details need to be worked out or clarified. Curtains will be installed in three of the rooms at the Middle School. The board gave authority to the superintendent to authorize this purchase. Dick Hamblin, transportation head, will take care of the delivery of the new school bus from the east coast. There will be no school March 22 for due to career ladder teachers. Spring vacation will be April 4, 5, and 8 this year. The board adjourned into executive session to discuss personnel issues after hearing several comments of support for Ron Ford, middle school principal. A letter of thanks signed by 35 students involved in the music Support to Promote Towns Charlie Glaspie reported to the Fredonia Town Council March 5 on the Page meeting with State Representatives Jackson and Hanley. The main topic being the support of local Chambers of Commerce and civic clubs to promote the towns. There will be a committee set up to draft a letter expressing the concerns of the areas and Fredonias should include the entire Arizona Strip. Other discussion included the cost of delivery trucks (port fees), trade tech school, and state and county officials living out of Arizona and working in Arizona. The main problem seems to be the lack of housing so there is a need to promote housing and economic development of the area. The governor has set up a committee to study communications for all areas of the state. It will be to develop a type up to the town ol system to receive communications. There will be a town hall meeting in Page on Monday, March 18, from 1 p.m. to 4 30 p.m. to express concerns of our area. A meeting on March 12 with the role County Officers to address the of the county in Fredonia. Rescue on K Hill Emphasizes Safety Dean Heaton will meet Ted Shumway in Phoenix on Thursday to take care of several matters. Heaton presented the sticker to be used on abandoned vehicles and made a motion to purchase a radar gun for $1,900, seconded by Mackelprang with all in favor. program at Kanab High School was delivered to Board Chairman Bob Ramsay. The letter expressed gratitude to the board and the community for the support of effects to get both band and chorus uniforms. "Be careful! Keep safety in mind, let your parents, or someone, know where you're going," is the counsel Kanab Police Chief Bill Blasdell would emphasize to the youth of the area after a rescue last Saturday on K" Hill. Ben Winsor, 9, and some friends decided to go climbing on the landmark butte on the edge of Kanab Saturday morning after spending the night together at one of the boys homes. They became separated, Ben was alone and looking for his companions. He was not familiar with the trails, this was his first time on the hill. As he was trying to locate where their voices were coming from, part of the hill gave way and he slid bottom first about 20 feet before he was able to catch a flat spot and stop. He said he had some prayers, too. The next drop would have been about 60 feet, according to the rescuers. Bens friends came down off the hill, leaving him there. They didn't tell anyone immediately that Ben was not with them. Brian Trout lives at the western foot of the butte. Neighboring kids heard Bens shouts and told Trout someone was stuck up on the hill. He called Kanab Police, who then contacted Sheriffs Deputy Joe Gonzales. Having ropes in his vehicle and experience and training with rescue, Gonzalez headed for the hill to help. Joined by officers Russell Mou-saand Mark McPherson, Gonzalez and Chief Blasdell started procedures to get Ben off his precarious perch. With McPherson as anchor safety, Gonalez retrieved young Winsor safely. Blasdell guided the rescuers with his P'A from below. Meanwhile, Ben's parents, Joe and Kaylin Winsor had started checking on his whereabouts when he wasnt home at the appointed noon hour. His friends then revealed he was probably still up on the hill. Winsor started to go after son Ben, Kaylin called the police, only to find out that Ben had already been rescued and was safe. The Winsors were not notified at first as the police didnt know who it was that was trapped on K" hill. Again, the officers urge that we know what our children are doing and urge youth to be considerate and safety conscious. The cooperation of local emergency services and officers in such activities is a real asset to our community," concluded Blasdell. Wildlife License Fee Increase Granted by Bill uh House passage ot Senate Bill 9b last week, the Utah Lcgisl.iiun gi allied the Division of VSiidhtc Resources us first license fee iik lease since 1980. and only its Hind since 19(". The bill, which passed on the first reading in both V the House and Senate, was essentially the same request turned down by the 1984 Utah Legislature L nder the new lee stmeture. a combination license will cost SIS, an adult fishing license S18. llic ddi.ii small game license will cost S!2. Other wildlife licenses saw smallei increases. I (() he new fees become law April 29. days after the end of the legislative session. Until then, sportsmen may purchase 1985 hunting and fishing licenses at the old price. Rending action of the I tah See WILDLIFE BILL pg. 2 Kane County Hospital Gets Three-Yea- r Accreditation Samaritan Health Service is proud to announce that the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals has awarded Kane County Hospital its first ever accreditation. The accreditation is for a three year period which is the maximum time given. What does this mean? This signifies that the Medical Staff, the Hospital Staff, and the Board are working together to provide the highest quality of patient care possible at Kane County Hospital. Samaritan Health Service expects all of its facilities to obtain accreditation status as a commitment to the patients and communi ties it serves. This is a symbol of excellence and dedication to quality care," says Kent Aland, administrator." To become JCAH certified has taken the staff literally thousands of hours of work and preparation in establishing procedures, systems, and standards which can be used to measure patient care activities, says Aland. The activities relate to the delivery of patient care and are measurable. The measurable characteristics are evaluated against standards which have been established by the American College of Surgeons, the American Hospital Association, and other professional health care organizations. These standards are constantly upgraded and revised to reflect the most current acceptable practices which relate to measuring quality patient care. The Joint Commission uses these standards in evaluating a hospitals ability to meet high standards of care. "It is to this end that your Hospital has pledged itself to serve residents of our area," concluded Aland. Zy- '' New Rectory Dedication Set In Kanab Sunday Catholic Church will dedicate its new rectory March 17. The rectory is located next to the church at 200 South, 35 West . t St. Christopher Street Kanab. Bishop Weigand, from Salt Lake City, will be here for the dedication of the new modular home and for mass, which is at 10. To help celebrate the event the parish and Rev. Anthony Vollmer plan on having an open house for the community between 12 and 3 of that day. St. Christopher would Lke to invite everyone of the community to come and help us celebrate this event. in 1 I kyj'r Yw s ! f to,;'. KANE COUNTY HOSPITAL staffers pose proudly in front of their facility having just received word of a accreditation awarded to the hospital. three-yea- r 'sMAr 4, 4. 'Mo" A J |