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Show I I 4 The Magna TimevWrst Valley News, Thursday, September 20, 2001 School Cyprus homecoming prefaced by Pirate pride 1 fi - j mtt fyueltf 02Uee&& i T iV:i A 'i".,n!tXlA4 vyv". ftv wmi. - photo by Debbi Olson 'Cyprus Cheerleaders lead the Alumni Assembly Friday in the school song as part of homecom-in- g activities, which featured the presentation of the homecoming king and queen, Eric IVvitchell and Jill Limburg, and games led by Student Body President Ryan McAllister. 1th the events of this week, I surmise that everyone is extremely grateful to live in the United States of America. To be given the opportunity to exercise the freedoms that we hold so dear is paramount in our minds as we see fellow citizens succumb to the hand of terrorists. I am exceptionally grateful for the positive events that are happening in our community also. Jim Harding, pastor of the First Baptist Church arrived on Sept. 8, to find the denomination's property inundated w ith water. The situation had become so serious that at one point the church building was virtually surrounded by water. young men pulled up in and identified them- - . selves as Granger High School football players and asked if they could help. At the time, church members were busy building a wall of sand around the foundation and were in great need of every available hand. With the assistance of these remarkable gentlemen, water did not enter the Ten building. In a letter to Mr. Stevens, Mayor Wright and Dan Eckert, Pastor Harding writes: "In a day and age when public education is receiving much criticism, I thought it is especially important had a great time, even with the rain! The fourth annual event was filled with food, friends and fun. Cyprus Homecoming game on Friday evening. It was the perfect evening for the Dutch oven dinner and a football for me to let you know what a vety positive contribution some of your students made toward helping this church last Saturday. Obviously these are fine young men who care about their community and that is a credit to them, their parents, and to their teachers at Granger High School." names of these young men Danzel Ah Quin, Sione Tuatonga, Jr. Langi, Nano Tonga, Sunia Pupunu, David Hola, Vernon Ale, Julius Ulugia, George Tuia and Elijaff Kail. My congratulations and admiration go out to these fine citizens. I know that the Granite School District is helping to mold the character of many others also. Thank You! In speaking with Pastor Harding, I understand these same youth showed up Wednesday evening at the invitation of church members for a dinner and the prayer service that was held for those impacted by the tragedy in New York and Washington. He stressed the impeccable character of these fine young men and the commitment to the community they exhibited. I am not sure how many football games the team has won this year, but I do know they winning the most important sport in life! Cyprus Learning Network a carnival last The game. I had the pleasure of sitting , next to the student body officers who had organized the day's festivities. Their advisor (Mr. Allen) face beamed with pride as he mentioned the many things that the youth were doing at the ; school. I congratulate everyone involved for a job well done. A reminder that it is time for the Granite Board to hear the proposals that have been studied by the Options Committees as part of the "Annual Student Population I Review Process. ' boundary changes are for eight junior highs and 33 elementary schools. On Sept. 25, the board will hear the elementary boundary changes that are recommended options to be taken out to the communities for comment. These options will be presented at open houses that will be held throughout the community. Final recommendations and board action are expected during November. Changes would take school effect for the 2002-200- 3 The ; ; New I The year. These changes are district wide and are meant to be, "Safe, Reasonable, Simple and Cost Effective." Qontact your nearest school for specific information and spread . the word so your neighbors can be informed also. All correspondence regrading the boundary changes may be direct to Jerry Pulsipher at 3 8 23 or email at jerry.pulsiphergranite.k 2.ut:us He is tracking and logging all calls that gre presented. This information is then given to the five board members. He also Has a list of their numbers so they can be contacted if you desire. the concerns and Knowing are coming from the cqmmunity will help me make better decisions on the board so keep the calls and emails coming! My email is judyweeksqwest.net or phone , me at Wednesday. Everyone attending Two free public star parties this weekend ; J i ' r &'- - ;.'i "it,: m I ,V - 'S2 'v: t Cyprus students rallied j together Friday morning in school spirit during homecom-- : ing week. Following a remebrance of ij those who died following terror- j; ists acts in New York, students i joined together to celebrate d Homecoming, which was by entertainment from former alumus Justin Uttley and Joe Rt idling, who encouraged students to not let fear of the f furture prevent them from going jj after their goals. "There's been a lot that's gone on this week," Reidling said. "The one thing we have as class-- t' mates is fear as we go through this life. But if I let fear stop me, then what becomes of me?" high-lighte- j 1 Reidling excited students by into the throwing Pirate bleachers and having students play a game to demonstrate the theme of his message. "You're a Cyprus Pirate, there is a lot of tradition in this school. Go through life knowing there is a purpose for you," Reidling said. "I would hope that each of you are immovable in your goals and what you want to become To the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat," Cyprus graduate Justin Uttley reminded students that "I'm a Pirate, I'm a Pirate..." that brought cheers and laughter to students as the football team prepared to face the Bountiful Braves on the gridiron me that evening. Homecoming Royalty was led by Queen Jill Limberg and King Eric Twitched. lean Si , $0(51 "Eye cf the Round" ROAST (G-13- The events are free and will , 801 Five Star Cluster One Large Drinks. One Large Popcorn and Cookie - '6.v Tri Star One Medium Drink, One Medium Popcorn and Cookie - '5.'v & Reser's ect Fresh . t CADTALGUPE, Co)(pV C2JET Di Ciomo u&wk snf 12" Bartlett Jreyers ICG CRGAr.1 "RISIKS CRUST PIZZAS Betty Crocked rcissln 2vo2. AIIG r.1IX ,tBP UZZ3U21 18 Vi 02-- "ASSORTED" g$t1 .yry - etty Crocker c fa ycSialt 6CZ."0R!Gir&L" Yosiin? . 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(R) 5 1 1 2$i ) Present this coupon at the Box Office for a FREE 20 oz Popcorn and One )ollar off our regular adult admis. ion price. r The next event will be a daytime Sun and planet viewing party to be held at Harmon's on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 1a.m. to p.m. For further information please call the Hansen Planetarium's Starline Information Service at western 02, "FR0ZCI" 1 y- Banquet 1 1 3-- begin at approximately 8 p.m. To reach the observatory take Interstate 80 west from Salt Lake Gity to exit 99 (the Stansbury A Tooele exit) knj then sorithto Stansbury Park and the observator- mmmoos Animal Jeepers Creepers 8-1- 35 minute drive from downtown Salt Lake City. .H The Others ( PG-- 1 3) Legally Blonde (R) Princess Diaries (G) America's Sweetheart Family Pack GROUHD CEEF e t The Salt Lake Astronomical Society and the Hansen Planetarium invite stargazers to enjoy views of the moon. Mars, the future of the sun and even the tar- get of the first serious human attempt at communication with iie life at tw$ free public i ; star parties Friday and Saturday nights. Friday night's event will be held in the parking lot of the Harmon's grocery store, located at 7755 South, 700 East in Midvale. Saturday's star party will be held at the society's Stansbury Park Observatory Complex, located at the north end of Stansbury Park, a PrSsea Drink and Candy- - 3." - c: crises: 0tr.ra00 trn tMCMNT, - 1 i POOR ( .V.- |