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Show m ! - ' ' VAViVlYilYi, . . ..' . ' .'V SS.. .S ? c- - ShSa. , ''' tj i AXi. iJ'i 4 .:.- , School ' rwiMiiw mi - i 'f tr nt. Ki!, iVfi'w.'AV.Viyji' " 7 SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS t. 11 WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 1998 Local student returns from summer on Japan Deborah Johnson, a senior at Valley High School, recently re- turned from a stay in Fujisawa-Shi- , where she Japan, llV6d With a Japanese family, Deborah was one of 20 members ofFuture Homemakers of Ameri- (FHAHERO) chosen as a recipient of the Japanese Exchange Program Scholarship, FHAHERO and Youth For six-we- Enoshimas 2,000 fireworks from and my host father made me my bedroom balcony; being able laugh constantly. My parents to meditate in a Buddist Temple spoke English well. Many tears and to wash with purifying wa- - were shed upon my departure. ek ter; living by the ocean and let- ting off our own fireworks with Japanese friends on the sea shore; visiting a high school and playing on their basketball team; visiting most of the major shop- ping areas in Tokyo; and at- tending, Japanese and English; church services. My experience has given me confidence and the opportunity to improve myself. My impression of Japan has changed drastically. I pictured it to be much more ancient with everyone riding bicycles and wearing kimonos and straw hats. Many people did ride bi- cycles and on special occasions 1 Understanding sponsor' this program because they share compatible goals. Both organizations encourage individual and group involve- ment in helping achieve global cooperation and harmony. Since 1979 Kikkoman Corporation of Japan has funded this program, My Japanese exchange expe- rience has given me a much broader understanding and love for not only Japan but other for- eign countries as well. Ive made friends from India, New Zealand, China and Australia. I was able to do many educational and en- joyable activities. A few of my were: hiking Mt. Fuji with my sister Anne (who was teaching English at a small uni- in another city) in the middle of the night in order to My experience will always lin- ger in my heart and be a source of information and understand-ca- n ingthroughout my life. Im grate-199- 8 ful for my host family, FHA, and the Kikkoman Corporation for their generosity and scholarship. I am also impressed and ciative of the Youth For Understandings organization and planning. Together they put together an ideal experience I will always treasure. Deborah Johnson is the daughter of Robert and Laura Johnson ofOrderville. Her chapappre-partnersh- ip - ter adviser has been Lee Deborah Johnson, standing on the right in the back rowakeh'io'r at Valley k High School, recently returned from a stay in Fujisawa-Shi- , Japan, ' where she lived with a Japanese family. six-wee- dress important personal, family, work and social issues through family and consumer sciences education. The organization has involved more than nine million youth its founding in 1945. Since Future Homemakers of America, Inc. is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members. It is the only in- Stockard (recently moved) and is now Dot Heaton. wore Kimonos (no hats however). Future Homemakers of I found that as a whole they America, Inc., is dynamic and ef-have a goodness and commend- - fective national student organi- able virtue. Their language dif- - zation that helps yqung men and fers drastically from our own, women become leaders and ad- - school organization with the but their individual personali-favorite- s ties are very much like ours, I was able to be housed with what I felt was the perfect i I ily. My host mother taught me ' ft many Japanese words and Japa-se- e host and sisters nese sun the recipes. My rise; visiting Tunabata, a star festival; seeing brother took me many places fam-versi- Providers for: COMFORTABLE PEHP Educators Mutual Delta Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Select Platinum -- Cleanin & ig- ipofmom 20 355 N. Main COPY Natalie Crosby is attending Dixie College, where she is a member of the Rebelettes drill team. They have traveled to San Diego for a work shop. Their first performance is September 25 in St. George. 17, 1998 at PERA Club on Haul Road Activities for the Kids Fun for the Whole Family Hourly Entertainment More than 40 Crafters The Page Task Force Benefitting or Street Andrea Nicole Crosby has gradu- ated ayear early from KHS. She took eight B YU classes this sum- mer to fulfill her graduation re- quirements. She is attending UVSC this fall, and plans to at- tend Dixie College this winter. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. . (435)644-418- Natalie Crosby Saturday, Oct. Monday - Dr. Phillip Hall DDS Wednesday - Dr, Robert Gibson DDS Thursday - Dr. Gregory Dumitru DDS Friday - Dr. Larry Staples DDS Nileen Whitlock RDH 1 Andrea Crosby - Cash Discount if paid at time of service Against Domestic Violence Kanab . . t and chapter activities helps members become strong leaders in their family, career and com- - How can i teach my children basics about money? Answer by Liz Gorham, Utah State University Family Resource Management Specialist A weekly allowance is one of the best ways to teach your children financial responsibility. Here are some tips for turning an allowance into an educational Kane County Dental Group & Par- - ticipation in national programs ty o PERSONALIZED familys its central focus. tool. , ' ir' s . ; ' , ! Start when kids are young, usually about age six. This is when kids start to understand that some items are worth more than others. Be specific about what their allowance must cover. In the beginning, an allowance can cover extras, such as toys. For teenagers, the allowance can include such items as clothing and transportation. Resist the temptation to come to their rescue. Let kids feel the effects of their buying decisions. Youll reinforce financial responsibility, and theyll spend more wisely next time. Encourage kids to save a portion of their allowance. This savings can go toward items such as a bicycle big-tick- et or stereo. Think twice before tying allowances t6 chores. A better idea is to pay kids for extra-larg- e jobs, such as washing the windows. |