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Show rAh- S T Y fc.'Wff1 . Pmc 14 -- Wx amt November 1. 1994 ijintah Basin Standard Todd and West are good schools, say supportive parentsPTA reps past students of Todd and West a junior high), she and others recount their own optimistic educational and social experiences. Though the PTA organisation is small at Todd Elementary, those' involved have worked hard to assure a good educational experihave differences cultural Though often been tagged as elemental to ence fix' their children. Still, they that problems surface, problems at the school, many acknowledge She and the parents Daniels. mix at cultural the believe says parsnts our are seeking support of the commuTodd and West "can only help communities in the future," said nity to "help us address and solve Daniels. legitimate complaints, problems and issues," without passing When the experience is positive, she added, it continues with the judgement on the schools as a children throughout their lives. As whole. from ers, though soma, cast-ofother schools, are not in proper working order. An accelerated reading program and numerous positive action programs are also paints of pride for supportive parents. By Karla Cox fs With all of thu commotion over tudenta from the Todd and Waat attendance area being educated in Roosevelt, one might think those west side Uintah County Bchoola are substandard.- Not ao, say parents whose children attend Todd and West, and declare their youngsters are getting the best education possible. "We feel that we have very positive schools," stated Tina Daniels, a parent and PTA member. "Our children receive many positive experiences from attending Todd and West" She spake for a number of parents who an disappointed with what she called "bashing and use of negative heresy regarding the schools. The parent group painted out several affirmative aspects of the elementary and middle school near Ft Duchesne. Gass sixes at Todd and West an the lowest in the area. Todd averages 3 students per class, ranging from 18 to 34; supporters art quick to point out the fifth grade class of 34 was a staff decision, based on the need for an additional teacher in fourth grade. West classes average Just 18 students, with an incredible range of 4 (a reading class, not resource) to the largest PE class of 39. Uintah District Assistant Superintendent Earl Allred backed up the achool figures with an assurance that "Todd is not overcrowded. The teacher-pupntio is one to 22. Thens plenty of capacity in the building." The same is definitely true of West, he said. Allred also stated that Uintah District chose their best two administrators for the two schools. West side board member Gene Harvey agreed: Ted Taylor at West and Loyal Summers at Todd are, in his words, "Two of the beat we have, in the district Parents and administration also believe the schools have excellent teachers, and that the discipline problems have been minimal. Thus far this year, law anfarcemant has not been called to Todd or West on any correctional issue, says Dan-- . iels-a- he checked to be sure. Police records indicate that the same cannot be said of Roosevelt Middle School or Roosevelt Junior High. Todd PTA is proud of the naw hands-o-n sdence program at Uw school, purchased with PTA fluids and a donation from Flying J. The computer lab includes 15 comput - SPANISH LESSON-M- re. Reynolds first grade class at East Elementary School had Diana . Reynolds, a bilingual guest, visit their classroom and listen to their Spanish lesson. She reports they did very well (Muy bien.) 22-2- Numbers show more kids are eating lunch By Cheryl Mtcham , SJiyiEEOiRiFi It Buckle Up and Save A Life! Works Wonders. American Heart Association Public Servlet AnaonacaaKnt by tha Uintah Bella Standard ELECT ERNEST J. CARDA Marriot Food Services took charge ofthe district's food service program Duchesne County School District at the beginning of the school year, Food Service Board reports that and statistics show they have been more students within Duchesne successflil when it cornea to serving Cbunty an eating achool lunch. up breakfast and lunch. Tammy Figures showed an 8.1 percent Ball, Marriot Food Service Director, increase in participation in the has been the push behind the wheel, traditional school lunch line and a overseeing the changes which she 54 percent increase in purchasing has rolled into place district wide, other food items provided by the including: marketing, added menu district choices, menu changes involving Those figures indicate lower fiatIower salt foods, cosmetic changes to cafeterias, and the students are interested in eating addition of an "oflerings table" and cafeteria food, supported ftirther by snack bar in cafeterias to provide a the report which showed that wider selection. Roosevelt Junior High, and DuParticipation of the breakfast chesne and Altamont High Schools program has increased 82 percent, show an increased participation of due to active involvement of all about 70 students per school per day. district schools. Ball reminds parents In addition, Union High, which has that if their child qualifies far free had the lowest participation has also or reduced lunch they will also increased participation 31 percent qualify for free or reduced breakfast. il PILLOW READING PARTY-Thi- rd grade students in Mrs. Silver's class at East Elementary School are having a "pillow reading" party. This party is a reward for other success in the classroom. The reading time will also apply towards the time required for individuals to earn Pizza Hut reading certificates for the month. Both are used to encourage reading by the students. (formerly speakers including: Tom Van Aradall, NCFC Vice President of Environmental Policy; Rep. Steven M. Bodily, Utah State Legislature; Larry Bunkall, Executive Director Utah Manufacturers' Association; and Tom Bingham,"' Utah Farm Bureau. FFA members then attended a luncheon with the council. FFA members walked away with knowledge about cooperatives and how they work. Cami and Angie were accompanied to the conference by their FFA advisor Kirk Wood. Woods attend SLC meeting . Cami and Angia .Wood, recently attended the Utah Council of Fkrmer Cooperatives 1994 Annual Meeting October 20. It waa held at the Holiday Inn in Salt Lake. A test was given to the members from around the state. After the test, the FFA members joined the adult session where they listened to several 1 Dont Send Bill Clinton Any More Helpers Vote for Dixie on November 8 W- v 4. ' vs , - : Our Founding Fathers called the US House of Representatives The People House." Unfortunately, tome of our elected leaden have been more concerned with serving die special interests and protecting die perks of office, and not conducting the will of the people. ; ' w a lamntnninefor Canrresi return the neo ales voice in the nennle. Hn,.,. timed die "Contract With America" to nrove it i On September 27th, I went to oar Nation Capitol and signed the Contract. Uy pledge is to act within 100 days on 10 common sense issues supported by the vast majority of Utahns issues that have been held up for yean by die liberal leader-shit- s of the Conereu. And I promise that it Or hills am t vote oq. H for reflection. Yon have mvsienature and my word on it. - I County Commissioner B A 1990-9- 3: 1 993: center. Degree in natural resource management, American River College, California. Chairman-Plannin- g and Zoning, Duchesne City. President-Duchesn- e County Area Chamber of Commerce. Business owner 7 years in Duchesne ; Together, we can restore accountability and responsibility to our flmvni ment. and omortunitv to the netmle of Utah. Candidate who will listen and render a fair decision." First 28 years spent farming and ranching. Retired Civil Service, 16 years public relaticfns officer, in charge of police security, developing outdoor recreation, foreign visitors and visitor , Join me in the fight. Dixie Thompson CONTRACT WITH AMERICA f At the opening day of dm new RtpubCcen Congress, Jemtery 3, MS, House tpnbScans will btudueo ten bids which wSl eentdbile ear eeaPaetvMdm American people. Each will be debated end voted open within IMdqa L i baiaaod bodgd MModmait and 1 cornua Kmc litigation Inc-U- vc(a( abac hil with i UaH an dealt penalty appcala, boost Kolcodng (or violent crimi, and adequate priiooipact far meal ffmdtn la urn full mbUdch & wdfart itfana npbarizlii woifc and hnify; d riian faaltkf and chBdna, ladadtag lax lacaritaa for aaoptioa uid cfcSd Mppert ufomawti S. fwlly and Middle da Ux calf; (SnqilMMMi 7. miar dtim'i rrfona lax betotina Tor priTbataglcrM cmaodfanraocaand tbaiwtal (I Florida diaUa'l Ndal Mcaritj Ui benaw)) & aaacaaaarfcerawlh ad Mhagkg tnadoa lk radial (dm lax) and itnlaliM at h sahadad auadaka and Hh aaHan job craatiaa and klgbo- - lake bam pay I. wans annual hgalwfanaq lllcnalariU VOTE DIXIE THOMPSON... BecauseUtab Matters County. 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