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Show 4 The Magna TimeaWeat Valley News, Thursday, July 27, 2000 School Local Health Assessment Available for Public Comment Since 1986, ATSDR has been required to conduct a public health assessment. The assessment was completed through a cooperative agreement between the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the UDOH. Since 1986, ATSDR has been required to conduct a public health assessment for each of the sites on the report outlining the possible health risks associated with elevated levels of lead, arsenic and in the soil near Tooele ( ounts's Pine Canyon has been issued by the Utah Department of Health The UDOH conducted a required public health assessment that offers details about the A cad-trui- International Environmental Protection Agencys National Priorities List. Pne aim of these evaluations is to find out if people are being m exposed to hazardous substances and, if so, whether that exposure is harmful and should be stopped or reduced. and Smelting Relining site. The assessment is available for public review and ISR is an old, reclaimed mine, mill and smelter located approx- comment. imately 2.5 miles northeast of Tooele, UT, near Lincoln. Copper and lead smelting was conducted between 1910 and 1972 that resulted in elevated levels of arsenic, lead and cadmium in the soil. Despite reclamation efforts in 1986, ISRs contaminant levels remained elevated and the site was proposed to be added to the EPAs National Priorities List for cleanup. The site is scheduled to be officially added to the National Priorities List on July 27. The assessment provides specific soil composition readings, maps, conclusions, etc. The assessment also includes a public health action plan designed to mitigate and prevent adverse human health effects resulting from exposure to hazardous substances in the environ- - CORKER in recruit community volunteers to tutor students in the reading pro- land, gave lands to Utah schools at statehood. These lands are held in a legal trust for grams. They will identify students who are at risk and give them extra help. Loretta Derrick, Loretta.Derrickgrdnite.kl 2.ulus. Robert Frost: $4,633. Academic The for not taxing 964-755- our schools Schools own 3.4 lion acres and are managed by the School Trust Lands Administration and must, hy law be used to generate money for our schools. The money is put in a permanent savings account, which is mil- never spent, but invested. wires and light bulbs to enhance already Kathleen Milbum, $6,224, They have 964-756- 5. Granger: the areas of visual artsmath as their most critical academic need. The funds will be used to pay professional artists to come to Granger Elementary and work with sponsored by Representative Mel Brown and Senator David Steele the the students and teachers using art to teach math concepts and art 1999 cepts. Toni Erickson Legislature. In the Granite School District this money has already been sent to each school and is ready for them to implement the plan they have developed. This week I have tried to give you a sampling of how some of the elementary schools have chosen to spend their money. Please contact the person Hillsdale: $7,261, They will Lori Stines, Parent Chair for Trust Lands or Donna.Reidgranitc.kl 2.ut.us. Hunter $6,509, They will use the School Trust Lands money in com- would like further explanations or would like to be a part of the program. In later columns I will acknowledge other schools and their plans. Park: $5,921, They hire reading aides to work with students one on one and Academy implement the reading gram. Vicki Carter, 964-752- con- r order Literature and Science materials for their integrated curriculum. Interconnections. Pre and post tests will be given to evaluate progress, responsible for the plan if you JR I lessons. Kids Program, they need various balls, ropes and other materials. will get its share of the Trust Lands money because of a bill passed established Physical activity plays a part in their plan. In order to continue the Fit interest earned from the permanent fund now goes to each school in ihe suite. The money does not stay at the district office. Each school has developed a plan to spend their portion of the money in a fashion that will meet the needs of each school community. Each school which 5, areas will be addressed, however the need for science equipment will be one of the priorities of the school. The need good magnets, batteties, The pro- 5, Vicki Canergranite.kl2.ut.us. Bacchus: $7,503, Strengthening their reading program is the focus of how the Land Trust monies will be used . Linda Manwill, 964-7s- ?s Beehive: $6,958, Computer lab will be upgraded. Cindy Bowers, bination with their Reading Plan money in an effort to increase early identification and intervention of students who are experiencing low achievement in reading. They are targeting students in grades They will teach homogeneous groups, thereby reducing die number of reading groups individual teachers must teach. An aid will 3. help in the groups. With the cf Career their Ladder School help at-ri- Improvement plan, teachers will implement before and after school reading tutorial programs and school wide reading incentives. Arlene Alt 9 6 4 - 7 6 2 5, arlene.altgranite.kl2.ut.us. Jackling: 5,472, The plan of 964-703- action to improve academic performance is to purchase the STAR pro Benmon: $5,463, Purchase the Cornerstone Language Arts Software, Levels A and B to enhance reading, decoding and grammar. The books will complement the Accelerated Reading program which the school already has. been made for screenings, remediation, education and further mon- ' of Healths Environmental Epidemiology Program at The public comment EPA. period runs until Aug. 30. A public The assessments are available at county permits, find parade applicants, advertise, etc. This is an Magna is a great community which boasts an exceptional Independence Day each year, 2000 being no exception. A recent editorial published in the July 13 issue of the West Valley written by NewsMagna Times someone who was displeased and embarrassed by the celebration has prompted me to write a letter in support of this years Fourth of enormous undertaking and the These volunteers are not only responsible for organizing and coordinating the parade on historic Magna Main Street and the carnival and other celebrations at Magna Park, but they also work very hard early in the year to raise the necessary funds, get the proper also be purchased which will pro- vide daily assessment. Sanders, Sally 964-751- 5. $6,906, They will Lakeridge: material for the Accelerated Reading program and improve the media center of the school. Contact the school for additional information. Magna: $5,757, The focus of the school will be to continue to improve the reading ability of students at he school. Additional resources such as Reading Recovery will be purchased. Dr. Williams, 250-865- education leaders in UEA, school boards, as vell as superintendents and principals have worked diligently for decades to provide us this opportunity. You may get more detailed information by going to the fo- Your web site. llowing http.www.le.state.ut.us?codeTI TLE53Ahtm53Al 1003.htm. This legislation was very important and this will tell you how your tax dollars should be used. Education Highlight: Know the rules and regulations that your children need to follow while attending school. Review them with your children. It could save everyone from having problems later on. Fourth of July Committee should be commended for another job well done. Yes ... maybe the Magna Fourth of July Celebration isnt perfect ... maybe the parade had a few gaps in it ... maybe no one can figure out a way to speed up the Spinnakers ... maybe the Miss Magna Royalty rode in a pick-u- p and not on a float ... but maybe thats what gives it character ... and besides, the fireworks display this year was better than it has ever been. We should all be grateful for the many freedoms we receive just by living in this counand we should be proud of try the Independence Day Celebration that the Magna Community put together each year to help us show Magna is one of only a few comin the Salt Lake Valley that even has a public Independence munities Day Celebration anymore. We should be proud of this! The parade and carnival have great reputations that draw crowds of people from all over the valley each year on this patriotic holiday, yet the local citizens are what make it what it is. High Cyprus and School Brockbank Junior High are well represented by their student leaders, cheerleaders and dance associations, both in the parade and at the park. Magna citizens like to show and old, fancy off their hot-rocars in the parade, as well as their horses and bicycles. The Magna our gratitude. Thanks, Magna Four Committee! Sincerely, Senior Center, Fire Department, Community Council, local church Haley Q. Petersen West Valley CityMagna improve the quality of life Editor: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society will be having our First Light the Night Walk in Utah. This event will be held Sept 22 at Sugar House Park. Registration will begin at 6 p.m. with the walk 1 facilitating better communication between teacher and parents to help children with math problems. They will purchase better math manipulative to reinforce math concepts. Parents and students will be invited to Math Nights which will be held at the school. Judie.Hansengranite.kl 2.ut.us. organizations and even a few local merchants are also involved in this spectacular event. First Light the night walk in Utah of 9, Ted.Wiliams grani te.k 2.ut.us. Monroe: $5,982, Improvement in Math will be emphasized by organizing a tutoring program and availability session has been scheduled where health experts Editor: years festivities have ended. zone of proximal development. Accelerated Reader (AR) w.ll 1 2000 Independence Day is no exception The Magna Fourth of July Committee, composed of several dedicated volunteers, begins planning the yearly celebration almost immediately after the previous gram which will allow the teachers to test each student three times throughout the year to determine their reading level. The is a test that provides accurate assessments of the individual students will answer questions pertaining to the report. The session will be held on Aug. 3 from 1 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Tooele County Health Department, room 181. The Tooele County Health Department is located at 151 North Main Street in Tooele. the Tooele City Library, the Tooele County Health Department and by request from the Utah Department itoring. The report has been reviewed by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality and the July extravaganza. mtH Judy Weefe U. S. Congress, ment. Recommendations have ' beginning at 7:30 p.m. A post-wal- k party, including food and entertainment, will follow with the entire event concluding around 10 p.m. Light the Night is a unique 3 mile walk that is held in the evening. The walk features illuminated balloons to cele- brate and commemorate lives touched by cancer. Participants raising a minimum of $25 receive a red balloon to carry with them as a symbol of their personal ment to the cause. In addition cancer patients and survivors have the option of carrying white balloons as a glowing symbol of their strength and courage. 2-- form teams. If you are interested in joining the walk, information about the Society and our programs, or questions please call us at (in Utah) or (801) 519- - patients and their families. Since Light the Night is a walk, it is a great event for the entire family to get involved in, , This is the first year that Utah will be having A Light the Night Walk, so die only walk will be in Salt Lake. Since funds raised support the entire state, we are urging those who have teen touched by cancer to get involved. Walkers may register as individuals or may A 6600 or fax (801) 519-660- 6. Together' we can carry the light ot ', hope. Warmest Regards i tf H ' Nikki Nicholas Campaign Coordinator f 4 reputable business in the Magna community for over 27 years, offers their clients: Complete satisfaction and service that is second to none. 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Next to the car wash r Granger Medical Clinic Jim Brideer: $7,512, After doing a survey of teachers and community members and deciding Welcomes that language arts and mathematic skills will be the focus of the Land Trust money. They will purchase i r television sets to show lessons using Lightspan Achieve Now r a m pro-- g David Aune, M.D., Family Practice Saurabh Shah, M.D., ENT Beverly Vargo, M.D., Pediatrics Jane:.W:ngeigranite.kl2.ut.us. Hills: $8,056, The goal school is to bring 88 of their students to or above grade !eel in reading. They will use their money to support Accelerated Reader in the school. Joey Foote, 2 5 0 - 8 6 Copper 1 6, jocy.footegranite.kl2.ut.us. Farnsworth: Fine Arts will be the emphasis for the school Their plan of action will follow four activities, such as field rips, assemblies, Fine Arts Focus Fun Days, and an arts festival. nancy.sorensenanite.kl2.ut.us. Fox Hills: $8,168, They will address improvement of reading skills. They will supplement the basx reading program to include, Accelerated ending and Reading Recovery program. They will hire a part time teacher ajde to. develop a -- .pjum. I 1 f I f j s n iyi d f " vo'unrer progn'mi They will J |