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Show Where are we education? with . Our educational system is viewed by many as an animal which has grown beyond the control of administrators and is threatening to consume increasingly large amounts of tax payer dollars. During the past month the STANDARD has collected input from readers who have addressed themselves to a survey dealing with our educational system. A total of only 27 surveys were returned, a figure which reflects what seems to be an existing apathy. Several of the remarks were useless, but for the most part those taking the time to ex press their opinions provided thought provoking information, or asked pertinent questions. One of the issues addressed in the survey was that of teacher pay. cry for the Presently, there is a nation-wid- e development of some method by which to more accurately rank teachers. One that is discussed often, but has yet to be integrated into the educational system, is that of merit pay for teachers. It is realized that schools can't buy good teachers. However, should districts be forced to pay, and students to suffer with, teachers and administrators who do not perform. All fields of employment provide financial rewards for a job well done. Why not educa. tion? We believe a merit pay system would be a viable way to reward those teachers and administrators who have taken the time to become the best they can bel We have called upon our educational system to provide our children with the .necessary education, and we should be guaranteed that only those individuals who can perform the job retain employment. Another often heard ay is that of "get back to the basics." While the concept may have some merit, one must remember that today's youth are not being raised in an area when reading, ; writing, and arithmetic will be . enough. . When these three subjects were thought to be enough, very few students has plans for a college education. With the flooding of technology into every facet of our lives, the three basics are not enough. They are an aspect of the entire educational picshould never be forgotten. and ture, However, where do we draw the line. Because of demands placed upon, our educational system 'by parents and educators In-teg- ral a broadening of academic offerings has taken place. Each year we hear horror stories of individuals graduating from high school who cannot read. Immediately we blame the teachers, but where were the parents of such children. How can any caring parent let their child attend school without maintaining a watch on progress. The basic studies are vital to the educational process, the very foundation for futher learning. However, it would be a shame if our schools were forced to stop teaching such alike, headed . classes as history, 722-513- ; ' : Happy Birthday America! .But whv so dirtv? . extra-curricul- ar . . (USPS 1 A Consolidation of tho Roosevelt Standard and Uintah Basd Record Published Weakly at Roosevelt, Utah 84066268 South 200 East Second-ClasPostage s paid at Roosevelt, Utah. Send address changes to the Uintah Basin Standard 268 South 200 East, Roosevelt, Utah 84066. . Subscription Rates: One Year, $9.00 Two Years, $16. 00-- Pa id in Advance PUBLISHER KEVIN ASHBY MARK E. IBACH ...EDITOR KRISTI GLISSMEYER. . . .REPORTER JOAN Z. CROZIER. BUSINESS MGR. CRAIG ASHBY. . . .GENERAL MGR. STEPHANIE BETTS. .CIRCULATION .ADVERTISING ELDEN RICH ANGIE MATHEWS. . . .TYPESETTER VICKI HARRIS....... TYPESETTER JEANNE DANIELS. . . . . . .LAYOUT CORRESPONDENTS . appreciation for support GLADYS ROSS, ROOSEVELT DA HORROCKS, ARCADIA. ROBERTS, PAULA HUBER. Ft Dueheane. white, I cannot share in Native American Culture except by association. I am graUful to the Ute Tribe for ponaoring this gathering and for its far reaching ability to bring to our area members other, distant tribes. I am known through school and other aaoodatiooa and to meet and apeak to to view .. person! not from our area andfrom the their native dreas and chare s stands, American Indian Custom. ou the Tribe the I congratulate MM provided and the safety precautions taken. I noted that at the gate had been posted a tin banninge akohoHe beverages and the inside was om of almost total obriety. lfy fiunfly and I felt welcome, enjoyed fry bread and beans, and mootcertainly, the gala dancing competiatmoa-pher- The Flag of the United States waa honored and the prayera offered were impressive. I strongly urge anyone who does not have occasion to attend the Pow Wows to do so at the next opportunity. I have attended several and have enjoyed myaelf each time. ' Thank yon for porting my letter in your paper.' ' at n thrilled to be able to attend the Few Wow free of charge and to be afforded the opportunity to meet old friend Sincerely, H. Bert Jenson Phone Nows Items 722-51- 31 XX. Dear Editor, We would like to express our deep appreciation for the prayera and' assistance from our friends and the ' The Uintah Basin Social Services and County Sheriffs Deportment daring the Utah State Department of Social and after the inddent which took plaee Services have scheduled a publie in our homo early June 29. We pray that what happened in hearing to review the propoaed three onr home never tehee plaee in this , community again. . The Lee Swenson Family - Hie meeting will be held at the Social Services BuOding at 868 East 200 North, Roosevelt, Utah 84066, between 7:00 p.m. and 8:90 pjn. Tuesday, July 12, 1968. The puboe is invited to attend and give comments on the propoaed plan. - i: L2& PLEASE DONT EAT Cancer Society STRANGE LEAVES; thanks Crusade volunteers - Dear. Editor, ' On behalf of the American Cancer Society, we would like to thank the publie for their contributions in the crusade. We would especially Uhe to thank those volunteers who gave no freely irf their time and efforts to help with onr Cancer Crusade in April. Marilyn. Peterson waa the Crusade Chairman for the Duchesne East Unit and, working under her direction were Mrs. Ralph Ereanbrack and Mrs. Tom Many plants and needs can be very harmful If chewed or swallowed. Children especially are to this danger and should be cautioned to avoid prone them. Castor beans, poinwttia leaves, mistletoe, daffodil and narcissus are particularly dangerous. Some of them will cause vomiting and diarrhea and all of them have been know to be fatal ' r f . that suspect someone has chewed or has ' yu swallowed a potentially harmful leaf or seed, get them to a physician without delay; Time is of great importance to avoid a possible tragedy. ninth ' : : . . . .722-492- HANNA LAPOINT....... NOL A NELSON, MONTWEU SHIRLEY KELLUM, MYTON LUOY COOPER. 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There were many volunteers who helped under these ladies direction and wo would really like to thank each and every one of .....6463289 . nr !u wi 722-377- TRACY PHILLIPS, BALLARD. GARDA SEELEY, BLUEBELL TRACY a Deer Editor, I would like to comment on the recent 15th Annual Ute Indian Pow .'Asa Social Services Swensons voice very positive event for all Wow hold - ! The Uintah Basin Standard welcome and ncourog opinion tram roadm In Itw form of Uttar to Iho Editor. All tartan will bo puMbhod imta Ihoy contain Ifcalou andfor defamatory statement. Uttar must be signed, but tamo will b wiltwld upon tequad. Uttar ihauld bo submitted to tho STANDARD Offic at 268 S. 200 E., Roovh, Utah 84066,. before 54)0 pjn. Monday. All leften become Iho property of tho STANDARD and may bo added to fit ipace restriction. Pow Wow is thth.fiiwAcamite t Letters MM-M- M) foreign languages, mathematics, sciences, and arts. To assume the educational process is complete because a child can read is an unbelievable mistake. In today's world we cannot send our children to meet challenges Those students who have a desire for an advancement of their knowledge should have the opportunity, but they should first be versed in the basics. Another concern, often voiced louder than the need for basics, is the need to change, or obliterate all athletic grams. It has been argued that athletics take too much money, too much classroom time, and provide little educational experience. Granted, some sports are expensive 'to run, but these often produce revenue which covers their costs. Basketball and football are examples. Other sports require little expenditure while providing our youth with opportunities they may not otherwise have. We do believe, however, that athletics should remain an extracurricular activity. Large amounts of classroom time should not be sacrificed to obtain state championship teams. Athletics, however, does provide youth with a valuable educational experience. They learn how to deal with others in the execution of a plan. They also learn the value of sportsmanship and friendship. The educational value of athletics may be more difficult Each year there are many involved with to define, and is not necessarily gained only perience quicker than to see the, leftovers of man scattered from fishing stream to campthe intricate planning of July 4 activities. This by winning teams. Athletic competition can site, from roadside to mountain lake.' planning is done to allow Basin residents the provide youth with a very important character chance to celebrate our nation's birthday by influence. Again, parents and coaches have Why do people have to leave so much garbage laying around? a great deal of input as to how this developeating, laughing, and mingling with friends Being able to drink a beverage from a can and neighbors. ment will occur. or bottle was one of the greatest inventions of .. Cuts in athletics should possibly be reviewMany thanks to those planners and to their the century, but do they have to be thrown committees who may not have enjoyed July ed in the amount of miles driven and the from who rest the of us much class missed. 4 as as More games amount of time passing cars Or left in fireplaces. They participated almost anywhere because people found are in their parades, suppers, fun, games and could possibly be played with local schools, rodeos. ';v. or the doubling or tripling of teams on any dispose of them with complete disregard of those who will follow. " fourth the as to Just as important parades given bus. We should all realize that we are not going .and rodeos for some is the opportunity for activiBefore stopping any tobe the last person who will, enjoy, that others to break away for a couple of days and ty, however, we must all take a look at the or drive on the road.- Trails and mountains.-Iis the to .values versus the costs. Athletics can, and go -- holes will- "with continually bemused by does, play a vital role in the educational pro- Y beauty reldxationfAtplcKdwfhiiX,',i! ing .icon acquit themselves from most of life's cess. others, and they should have the same opporworries and anticipations. tunity of enjoying those areas, free from liMany expenditures of our school system " . For those who enjoy the mountains,' there tter, as you did. are the direct result of demands by taxpayers. is nothing like a afternoon of leisure, sitting in We have expressed the desire for modem Garbage should be hauled out. Fires do not cool the breezes and extramountain completely consume cans and bottles and facilities, extensive programs, and becomming when the camper leaves so should all the more aware of personal opportunities and' curricular activities. All of these things may Y'1 It meditais for time not be right, but they should be carefully a :.Y thinking, capabilities. garbage. bliss and much A desired relaxation. and and is final old alike before decision tion made. should realize that reviewed a Young ' needed by most people. We believe this survey is good beginning. garbage is not beautiful, and that it does not But nothing destroys this much desired ex- have a place on our mountainsl There seems to have been very little com, Board School and munication between the Parents. The origin of this communication Consolidated Social Services breakdown is of little consequence.. Hopefultate phut. This dan defin and Departmeit objectives in the areas ly such measures can again open the lines of of communication and we can begin to address Mental the pivotal issue, Child THE UINTAH BASIN STANDARD literature, kr Mk&tof IHtveeesl MMttq 8888 |