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Show Pace 14-Ju- ly EDUCATION 1L200Q Uintah Basin Standard Local teachers spend time learning hands-o- n CHEESETASTING Teachers Jen Knight, Kathy Hardinger. Kelly Giles. Barbara Riche ns, Pamela Davis, Sharon Oakes and Sharon Aldredge enjoy the cheese tasting party at Hickens Lodge. NOTHLNG ICKY ABOUT LNSECTS-Shirl- cy Hooper. Duchesne Elementary School, scoops up aquatic insects with the help of a USU grad student (Plants. Animals, Water & Soil), participants show TEACHER PAWS 2000 off their beading handiwork at LC Ranch. teachers from across Twenty-seve- n the Uintah Basin spent 5 days doing hands-o- n activities emphasizingUte culture, natural resources, and agriculture. PAWS-O- n stands for Plants, Animals, Water, and Soil and is sponsored by the Duchesne County Soil Conservation District in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation ana Dinosaurland Rural Conservation District. The first day found the educators at LC Ranch where Marcy Arrowchia, Natural Resource Conservation Service, treated them to a day of Indian Culture. Teachers made turtle rattles and enjoyed an authentic Hispanic meaL Teachers beaded key chains and were shown how this could convey a variety of math concepts. Michael Merkett, Roosevelt Junior High, commented how he can teach binary code and bytes in computer science using beading. Colorful dancers from Myton, coordinated by Jackie Martinez, demonstrated several traditional dances and explained the significance of their regalia. The day was complete with Arrowchis explaining the importance of the medicine wheel The Moon Lake Hydroelectric Plant in Uintah Canyon hosted the second day of activities. The agenda included geography, how to make rain, and the need for "special places. Keepers was introduced to the educators asawey of weavingNative American storytelling and folklore into the school curriculum. A rainstorm sent everyone scurrying to the bus where they kept busy by exploring the interrelationship and interdependence natural resources have with an exercise called The Web of Life". Lane Yack, RJHS, plans on using this concept to demonstrate the many facets ofbusiness and how one small failure can collapse the entire system. As the rain continued, teachers tried their hand at weaving. Several original designs were created and it was a consensus that weaving would be an excellent activity for long bus rides. The day would not be complete without a tour of the hydroelectric plant. Russ Cowan, Moon Lake Elec-triwas our gracious host as he explained just one of many important uses of water. Wednesday was the agriculture day. Teachers calculated water volume in an irrigation ditch and explored soil layers at Hickens Lodge in Pleasant Valley. Troy Cooper, USU Extension, was a big hit with the cheese tasting party. Teachorshadto f identify 12 different types of cheese. All sgreed the Pepper Jack was a in terms of identification but struggled over the differences between mild, medium, and sharp cheese. Keith and Phil Hickens enthralled the Plants, Animals, Water & Soil participants with their pheasant operation. Barbara Mathis, USU Extension, entertained Before the yellow bus headed for Ouray Wildlife Refuge on Thursday, a quick stop was made at Todd School's Outdoor Classroom. Brett Prevedel Natural Resource Conscr- . vation Service, and Susi Prevedel Todd PTA, explained resources available to get an outdoor classroom started. Then It wu off to Ouray Wildlife Refuge. After collecting ana analyzing aqua tic insects with Brian Nicholson, USU, many Plants, Animals, Water & Soil teachers are requesting that a Prqject WET class be provided in the Basin this (all Teachers gained a greater appreciation for birds as Jennifer DeLeon, US Fish and Wildlife Service, led them through an exercise where they were flapping their wings and strutting their stuff to rap music. In the afternoon. Sue Wight. Dinosaurland Rural Conservation District, had teachers make living necklaces, newspaper flowerpots, ana journals, as more Keeper stories were shared. Shelly Quick, Utah State Department of Environmental Quality, had water testing kits available for the participants to test the water quality. Teachers rapidly discovered the turbidity and oxygen levels were high in running water. The week would not be complete without a trip to the Ashley National Forest (ANF). Dave Frew, ANF, not only provided wilderness techniques but predator-pre- y concepts. Teachers always eijoy learning more about archaeology as Byron Loosle and Nanette Gamble, ANF, provided les-sons on classifying, petrogyph drawing, and Atlatl (spear) throwing. Dave Hattis and Clark Tucker.ANF, led an interesting discussion on trees, vegetative management, and fire ecol- A1 lament Queen Rachel Mitchell (center) ALTAMONT ROYALTY-M-is and her court, left to right first attendant. Jamie Daniels; Miss Altamont; third attendant, Kim Nelson and second attendant Sarah Bird. J. ' iKENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS-Th-is group ill be headlining the 2000 UB 1C Some of their hits include Dumas Walker. Skip a Rope, the Ballad of Davey Crockett. Walking Softly on this Heart of Mine. Rock and Roll Angel. Oh Lonesome Me. Only Daddy That Will Walk the Linend Spirit in the Sky. Pictured left to right Fred Young. Greg Martin, Doug Phelps. Richard Young, Anthony Kenney (seated). UNIVERSITY CAMPUS Thanksgiving Point garden to ar UINTAH BASIN BRANCH old, 550-ac- complex te of recre- ation, education and relaxation. Destined to become a major visitor attraction, the campus includesa world-cladinosaur museum, agricultural learning center and education program, a championship golf course, commercial greenhouses, restaurants and shops. Hailed as Utahs Destination of Discovery," Thanksgiving Point is located off Interstate 15 two miles south of the Point-o- f the Mountain in Lehi, northern Utah County. Instructional Designer ss The Utah State University Basin Branch Campus seeks a person to develop and implement courses and provide technical support to instructors, students and staff. Requires bachelor's degree in related area; experience in curriculum design; knowledge of current trends and research in online education, learning communities and other related issues; effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; experience in WEBCT, Pearl, Shock, and 1 ITML; familiaity with Novell NetWare 4.x, Windows operating systems, and Microsoft Office 97 and 2000 Suite; and ability to for full descripdo basic PC hardware repair and maintenance. See http:personnel.u5u.edu tion. Send letter of application, resume, transcripts, three current letters of recommendation and examples of web page design to Aria Swrnsen. Utah State University, 4900 Old Main Hill, Logan. UT 84322-490Review begins August 1 4, 2000; open till filled. AAEOE. web-bas- ed ;- 'h -5 or character, and let her write the L re - "1; Miss Altamont Queen Jennica Miles LITTLE MISS le Jessica Maxon; attendant. left attendant. to and her court, right: (center) Ashley Atwood; Little Miss Altamont; attendant. Melissa Hansen; attendant, Bailey Allred and attendant. Shaycee Miles. Reads Challenge LapsinapooL Aboundngbaskrt-balA swinging bat. Summer is the perfect time to practice, practice, practice. Kids enjoy repetition when they can take pleasure in it And they see for themselves that practice works. But what shout writing? Like any skill writing improves with practice. Studies show that many kias would do better in school if their writing improved. Whether it's a young child forming letters on paper, or an older child writing a poem, summer often a wonderful chance to hone skills that art crucial to school success. Family members and other adults can help children have fun with writing. Here are lOessy steps to grt you 722-088- 55-ac- re d)A! By Carol H. Raseo, Director, America e, " "This is a place for people to rest for a moment to reflect for a moment to feel good. So says Karen Ashton, of the Thanksgiving Garden comprised of the Childrens Discovery Garden and other theme garden areas that will open Friday, July 14. Thanksgiving Garden, hailed as the Crown Jewel of Thanksgiving Point is the realisation of Karens long-tim- e dream. She longed for a. soace sway from the stresses oflife, "a place of meditation and the peace thst ban undeniable gilt of nature. Everyone needs place that is quirt and green, she says. You can find springtime in the garden, you can find rave in the garden, you con find peace in the ginlen. She should know. She and her of husband, Alan, are the Thanksgiving Point Institute, a J. Write It Right! Of course, everyone looks forward to the famous Soil Conservation District milkean stew. Ed Bench, Mark Monsen, Lynn Burton, and (foray Dye served up the delicious concoction as a wonderful conclusion to a stimulating week. As a result of the week long activities, teachers are anxious to try their newfy acquired information in the classroom this fall For more information on PAWS, Teacher PAWS, or Project WET, please contact Tkay Ivie at 4 ext 102. "bloom July 14 L ALTAMONT-Liu- ogy. 55-Ac- i&ilfL : 1. Demonstrate the importance of writing. Doyou write a list of groceries or writ s check to pay for them? Do you writ on birthday cords or taka down messages from the answering machine? Show your child how strong writing ability can open doors by explaining the writing involved in various jobs. 2. Provide a good place to write. A quirt environment with stimulating bookscan inspire your child's wril muse. A desk or table with lighting eases the mechanics of writing. Both lined and unlined paper is useful as art writing tools like pens, pencils, markers, end crayons. 3. Allow time for writing; Set aside a certain time each day or week to write. Grt your child in the mood to write to a pen pal with a regular Saturday bowl of popcorn. Encourage your child to record the day in a personal journal each night. 4. Follow what your child eqjoys. If your child like a special song, encourage him to write out the lyrics. Have children moke list of favorite possesa hooka, dolls, baseball cards. Start s story about a favorite subject H HBl ending. 5. Play writing gomes together. Crossword puzzles, anagrams, and ayptograms for children can be found in newspaper or inexpensive booklets. 6. Bring a notebook on outings. Encourogeyour child to take notes on nature walks, bus or ear trips, or special visit to a museum or too. 7. Develop advanced writing skills. Make up stories aloud and help your child drcide: who are the main characters What is the setting What problems are faced and how are they resolved. Arrange for your child to interview someone special and write up whnt he learned. 8. Express feelings. Encourage children to draw and writ about peraonal thoughtaond feelings. Writing, poems or songs gives children new ways to express themselves. 9. Writ a book review. Ask Your' " child to read a book and write a review. If you can use a computer at home or the library, the book report to America Reads at the of Education and it mqy be posted on our Web site. Share the thrill of your child first published words! 10. Order a free summer activity poster. America Reads is offering a colorful poster for kids in grades K-with PBS star Arthur ana family on the front, and ftin reading and writing activities on the back. Follow these stops for a smarter summer and you will see results when your child goesback to school With practice, your child will learn to writs it right!- 5, Fora free Arthur Activity Potter in English or Spanish, call ( 877) Find fun Spider-Ma- 4ED-PUB- writing gmaeson the America Web site at vieuedjocl Reads americareads kidsJitml. To tub-nu- READWRITKSOWQerLgov. flf IBi Calling Mr. UBIC Contestants! Wears lookingfor any and all guys ape 5, who arrsingle and would like to participate in the Mr. UBIC 2000 on July 31. Cash prises ora 16-2- awarded! Please call Sondra Larsen, 722-852- 6 event 19-ftloE- rth Term Deposit ? Mountain America our special 19-Mo- nth : - i"-- ' Gedtttjshn intro&xesf Tfena For a limited time get a sweet 7.20 annual ; percentage yidd on a 19mooth term when you deposit Just $1,000 or more. : to sign up for this ftw UBIC Art Show The UBIC Art Show will be held at the Roosevelt Wert Slake Center. Categories will be photography, graphic sit, srt quilting and needlework,crafts. creative writingand flower arrangements, tftveh 0 for farther information. only). Contact Carol White, 722-252- UBIC Baby Show Moms grab your bathing beauties for adayof fan and prizes at this years Baby Show open to babies 0 4 yean of age at the Crossroads Senior Center, Fee S3, on Saturday. July 29. Deadline is July 22. no exceptions. Registration forms available at all local grocery stores. For more information contact Amy Pike at 722-287- Visit or call the Mountain UBIC Triathalon America office nearest you today. M MKRDRNir KUO IT MM Minimum deposit qf $1,000. earfy withdrawal. Call The This years UBIC Triathalon will be held August 5. Registration will he from a.m. at tha Roosevelt City Swimming Pod with race time beginning at 7 a.m. Individuals and 7: 10 a.m. for teams. Please contact 7 Brett Rasmussen at (435) with any questions regarding the 67 353-490- mouniain America CREDIT UNION Annual Percentage Yield (.vr) is accurate as qf 062100, subject to charge without notice. Penalty for based on eligibility. or visit cur internet site at www.mmamerka.org. Membership required triathalon. Senior Extravaganza There will be a Senior Citizen Program and Extravaganza at the Cross Roads Center on Saturday, Aug 6 at ! 2.30 p.m. Community singing, super entertainment, tips for pod health, refreshments, and greeting and visitingoM friends arid makingnew friends. See you there. For more information call Ellen at -- 722-326- t a book report for publication on the America Reads sue, it to (3-14- 2) 0. S. n |