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Show noocnr . judges the 'I Search science project of West Point Elementary student Jason Hancock, who tested six soaps and Tim Martin S Research program encourages students to read mere 0 CliCEn Montana, he is welcome to." said Sheffield. I his is reading in its purest sense. We let the students first ask a question and then they do the research to find the answer." litis year, for the fist lime, ilie school put on an open house to give parents an opportunity to see the fair. Sheffield said by the lime parents arrived for the open house, the projects had been judged and ribbon were displayed on the winning projects. He said most faculty and parents fell the open house was a success. Sheffield said that because the school district emphasizes competition in its annual science fair, many more students prepare projects for the science portion of the I Search fair. Hut competition is only a small part of this fair. "No one is forced to compete. Students are welcome to prepare projects for display not intended for competition." Many students chose to enter the history portion of the "I Search" fair. These students are also eligible to compete for advancement to a regional competition. hfih-grad- c student Shay Cornia did historical research on farming set-u- p and techniques on early Utah farms. I hey had to dig irrigation ditches from the crocks," said Cornia. Then they had to dig ditches dividing that water among farmers. It sure makes me appreciate the water we get easily." Michelle Hall read several books about Harriet Tubman to prepare a paper and charts for her project on the Underground Railroad. MiKKUSCN Mm ham now understands hemangioma, or blood Christina a condition she was bom with. Thai knowledge helps her deal with the condition belter, and helps her classmates better understand her. she says. Mccthams research was part of the I Search" program that promotes reading at West Point s Llcmentary School. She was one of many in the annual fair in late I students to participate January, which included projects in science, history and research. Ardis Reading, schoolwide enrichment program coordinator, said the projects displayed at the fair which caps olT the program are the cream of the crop. Students arc first given an opportunity to present projects lor their own class, said Reading. Students who present at least three projects are invited to a root beer float party. "Most of the students use their very best projects for the schoolwidc fair. she said. , Principal John Sheffield said the "I Search" which leaves the arena for research program wide open has been a good learning experience for students. "If a student wants to do research on Joe , Highlight pccawo found Zest kitted the most bacteria. The school fair Included projects in science, history and other areas. Kids seek out answers for yourdecor 295-667- 7 S:30 a. m. to 5 p.m. Genera! opportunities ' H Davis Hospital and Medical Center needs volunteers for office support, information desk, refreshment carl and the new Womens .CcntcrMcdical Office building. Applications arc available at the hospital, or call Kay Johnson at J774-725- 3. B Sail and skipper sailboats and provide an adult male role model for youth. Training is provided. Call Lt. David E. Workman at 977-- 1 101. B Provide glaucoma screenings .for Prevent Blindness Utah. Call for more informaPam at 524-20tion about training. B Victims Assistance Program of Davis County needs volunteers during the day to assist victims .with court paperwork and to appear in court with victims. Contact Stiffel. A tradition in lighting, Stiffel adds a Search I decorators touch to any room. Jana McDermott had done science fair competition several times in the past and thought trying the history part of the fair would be fun. She did a project on the Civil War. Cody Moultries project fitrused on more recent history, lbs display and paper were titled "(Animation Moon." and show the progress America made in the quest to reach the moon. Although he would love to travel in space. Moultrie said he will probably become a doctor. Reading said that while two or three of the teachers dedicate class time to I Search project work, most work is done by students on their own time. Only a few teachers require I Search participation as part of classroom grades. "Our primary goal is to teach students that learning is fun." said Reading, "wc encourage them to participate and enjoy themselves while they do it." Even students too young for regular competition were invited to participate in the I Search fair. Second-grader- s each did dinosaur projects. Brock Thornley made a 'stegosaurus from Styrofoam. Hayden Hamblin ' made a dinosaur from clay with a bent wire coat hanger for support. 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