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Show 4 MarBjyainia myths LYNDIA GRAHAM 'The truth Is, marijuana will produce more lung disease in less time, with less exposure, than do regular cigarettes Review correspondent i r LAYTON Young people who believe a little marijuana wont hurt them are putting their confidence in a myth, said R. James Steenbhk, American Lung Association of Utah president Marijuana is so readily available in schools that nearly every young person will be faced with the inevitable decision about using marijuana, he said. We feel it is urgent to help have truth and not myth as the basis for Steenbhk said. their decision-makinIt is hard to change the myth because it has been circulating for so many James Steenbhk, American Lung Association harmful, say first using alcoholic beverages and tobacco then going from there. He said marijuana is often the next step up on the drug ladder. Steenblik said many youths feel it is safer to use marijuana than cigarettes. The truth is, said Steenblik, marijuana will produce more lung disease in less time, with less exposure, than do regular cigarettes." He said marijuana has more cancer-causin- g chemicals than regular tobacco. pre-tee- ns According to Steenblik, physicians have schools or areas are exempt. There is some use in all areas of the country. According to Steenblik, a 1984 Utah school survey showed that by the 11th grade, more than 38 percent of the students in Utah schools had used marijuana and more than 5,000 use it on a regular basis of 21 or more times per month. Hill reported that Davis County schools were about typical with the overall view of the survey in drug, alcohol and tobacco. He said it is common for students to begin experimenting with drug use by g, years. Another common myth is that drug, alcohol, and tobacco usage is something that happens somewhere else according to Jim Hill, supervisor of health and physical education in the Davis County School District. Hill said that myth needs to be eliminated also, if an effective program is to be in effect in Davis County Schools. We need to all recognize strongly that the drug scene is there," he said. No observed marijuana users who had precancerous tissue changes in their airways that are equivalent to those tobacco smokers. seen in And since marijuana toxins remain in the body for as long as a month, there is an accumulative effect among those who smoke even small amounts on a regular basis, he said. If lung damage isnt convincing enough, marijuana is well known for its effects on the mind, Steenblik said. Altered perceptions of time and space can be the cause of vehicle accidents. Equally well known is the harmful ef 10-a- 20-ye- ar , fect of marijuana smoke on the reproductive system. He added that recent research reveals marijuanas effect on the heart and circulation and described it as a double jeopardy situation in which marijuana smoke increases the bodys demand for oxygen while at the same time decreases the supply available to the body. It can lead to coronary artery disease later in life, he said. Steenblik said the American Lung Association is locked into a continuous effort to destroy the myth that marijuana is a mild harmless substance that produces pleasure without the consequences of smoking tobacco. The American Lung Association says that smoking marijuana is a threat to American lung health, particularly in developing lungs of our young people, he said. Dont let your lungs go to pot. He said the American Lung Association has a three-paprogram called Marijuana, a Second Look, consisting of community awareness and education, information for parents, youth leaders, and teachers, and classroom education rt for emphasizing correct information and saying no to marijuana use. Free materials will be sent to parents, leaders, or teachers of youths at their request by writing the American Lung Association of Utah, 1930 S. 1100 E., Salt Lake City, Utah 84106. Hill said teachers throughout the school district are being trained to offer lessons to help students turn their backs on drugs but that parents must join with them if the fight is to be effective. He said 1,000 teachers in the county have completed a training program to help them effectively teach children in all levels of school. The program not only stresses the harmful effects of drug, alcohol, and tobacco use, but helps students to understand their emotions and feelings, helps them to build a good and helps them to handle peer pressure in a positive way. But the teachers cant do it all, according to Hill. Parents must care and be involved, he said. We must have a strong concerted effort between the school, the community, and the home, he said. pre-tee- self-imag- e, For and about students and young adults Review Wednesday February 18, 1887 1 Youths Youth spread cheer Anniversary party begins at West Point briefs The annual WEST POINT library anniversary party celebration is currently under way at West Point Elementary School. Sponsored by PTA, under the direction of Jill Singleton, presi- MARGE SILVESTER Review correspondent CLEARFIELD Thirteen students from the School of St. Peter, 1204 E. 1450 S., shared their Valentines Day with patients at the Humana Hospital Davis North when they brought cookies, balloons and valentines in decorated bags, and sang songs. The project was suggested to teacher Cindy Wehus by a parent. Mrs. Kim Geiger suggested a Valentines party for the children, to show their love by giving to others. s The first- - and' frosted and decorated cookies, and colored as well as printed a valentine message on each card. Squeals of delight attested to the fun they were having. To add to the good time, Mrs. Geiger painted clown faces on each of the children. When they went to the hospital, however, the children in the pediatrics ward had all been released. Undaunted, the goodies were brought to patients in the surgical unit. Mrs. Wehus said this is the first time this type of party was attempted and she was very pleased with the results. dent, the activity has been planned to raise funds for additional books in the schools media center. Small donations of pennies, nickels, and dimes will be accepted by children who would like to participate by earning money at home. Davis graduate wins in BYU competition David Johnson of Farmington, second-grader- a 1982 graduate of Davis High School, is among seven students who won the 1986 concerto competition at Brigham Young University and recently performed as a soloist with the BYU Philhar- Kous-evitzk- ys DECKED OUT in their colorful butterfly costumes, Layton High Lancelles prepare for the regional drill team competition that will be held tonight, Feb. 18 beginning at 7 at Roy High. Drill teams from Layton, Box Elder, Bonneville, We ber, Roy, and Clearfield high schools will compete in four categories. The categories include stylized military, dance, novelty, and prop. Winners will go on to state competition Feb. 21 in Bountiful. Two CHS juniors will attend seminar ship Seminar. She is active in Two ClearCLEARFIELD and has appeared in seven drama field High School juniors have musical, including one at the been chosen to attend a leaderShe Promised ship seminar at the Freedom is on the Valley Playhouse. is a and staff, yearbook Foundation, Valley Forge, Penn. Teen the of member VICA; Age Jason Izatt, son of Major and Republicans (TARS); Key Club; Mrs. John O. Izatt II, and KyAnn Drama Club, Productions, and Bradshaw, daughter of Don and Chantonette the Singing Group, Gayla Bradshaw, will attend the and is a drama letterman. seminar April along with She is active in the Clearfield 18 other Utah students. 16th Ward where she is secLDS Loren D. Martin, attorney and of the Laurels, and counselor ond state chairman, said the purpose basketball, volleyball and plays of the seminary is to help instill baseball. well as in the students, patriotism In 1984, she won the Science as leadership abilities. Fair Alternate Energy grand prize, We hope the students will go and placed first grand prize in back to their respective schools 1983 and 1986. She is certified in and start patriotism groups and CPR and is a member of the Nawill be good leaders, he said. Crime Prevention, 4H, and tional He said all the students in Santas Workhas participated stanscreened have high personal a that performs plays group dards and are exceptional stu- shop, local elementary schools. at dents. Among her hobbies are: As a sophomore, KyAnn atskiing and riding horstended the Hugh OBrien Leader es. KyAnn has worked at the 13-1- 6, Snow-mobilin- g, Rocky Point Haunted House for Curtain call the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She carries a 3.5 gpa. Jason is a member of the Drama Club, is a drama letterman, member of Concert Choir, and Key Club. He is on the varsity swim team, and took first place at the Science Fair in 1985. He is also a member of a barbershop quartet, and has appeared in five high school and three church musicals. After traveling widely in Europe, Jason and his family followed the Mormon trail from New York to Utah. He has studied German for three years, and has also participated in his drama class Santas Workshop. He is active in the Boy Scout program in the Clearfield LDS 1 1th Ward, where he is president of Explorer Post 385, and is certified in CPR. He is also a registered Boy Scout lifeguard, and has been a camp counselor at CHS chorale been nominated to the Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado: Robert Morril of Sun- of Roy. The following have been nomiThe following area youths have nated to the Naval Academy at been nominated to the Merchant Annapolis, Marland: Aaron Marine Academy at Kings Point, Bresnahan of Roy, Brandon Dyer New York: Robert Cheney of of Farmington, Scott Sleeman of Syracuse, Shawn Waddoups of Kaysville, Scott Slceman of Syracuse. Roy. The following local residents They all have the potential to win an appointment to the acadehave been nominated to the Milmies and the promise that marks itary Academy at West Point, set. f I New York: Brandon Dyer of Farmington, and Shawn Waddoups l concert scheduled Feb. 25 . Camp Bartlett. He is a member of the National Honor Society and carries a gpa of 3.95. A winter CLEARFIELD held at will be chorale concert Clearfield High School on Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. Groups who will be performing are the Madres, concert choir, ladies choir, men's choir and the Chauntonetts. Laura Evans, soprano soloist, will accompany. The ladies choir will sing I Feel Pretty, Blue Moon, and favorite love themes. A traditional version of the serAmong his hobbies are coin collecting, and computer provice hymns will be rendered by gramming. He is also a history the mens choir, and the spiritubuff als, Dis Ole Hammer," and Get A Job. Accompanist for the groups is Area youths nominated for military academies Several area youths have been nominated for the class of 1987 at the United State Air Force, Military, Naval, and Merchant Marine academies. . The talented young people selected this year have extraordinary academic records and a broad range of interests, pursuits, extracurricular activities, and athletic achievements," Congressman Jim Hansen said. The following ar?ajesident has monic Orchestra. The winners were chosen by a panel of judges last year from a field of 38 competitors who played a variety of instruments. Johnson is a student of Audrey Bush and performed Sergei Concerto in minor on the string bass. A senior in accounting with a minor in music, Johnson is a son of E. True and Mary Johnson. While in high school, he was Music Sterling Scholar, high honor graduate, orchestra president, won varsity letters in football and baseball and was in the Thespian Guild. outstanding military careers, Hansen said. As always, the selection process is particularly difficult because of the high calibre of so many applicants, Hansen said. Because of the large number of highly qualified applicants, he said he used the competitive method of nomination. He selected ten candidates for each vacancy that he is entitled to fill and is allowing the individual academies to select the persons best qualified from among those on the list. The selection of nominees is based on a composite of factors such as school records, class rank, SAT scores, leadership potential, extracurricular activities. Athletics, physical fitness, recommendations, and personal interviews are other factors used to determine if a student is qualified for nomination. Shelley Stark. Shanee Beddes, Katrina Hansen, and Jami Vigil will accompany the Chauntonetts in the Ave Maria," Winter Celebration" and My Love. Io Ti Vona," Little Old Lady From Pasadena, and I Have Longed For Thy Saving Health, will be sung by the Madres. Accompanist for the group is Kelly Egan. This music and more will be presented at the concert. Tickets are $1 and the public is invited. P |