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Show .4 I 2A Tho Summit County Boo Friday, Decombor 4, 1992 Top of the News As I See It o Letters to All articles Letters To The Editor t are to be in by 3 P.M. Monday Shirley B. Phelps, EditoiCoalville Office Manager 1, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday ' 2 Sharon Pace, Office Kamas Bessie Russell, Manager 9-7, Monday, Tuesday and Friday 4 THE The Summit County Bet welcomes Letters To The Editor on any subject They must adhere to the following guidelines: They must be received to the Coalville Office, P.O. Box 7, Coalville, UT 14017 or the Kamas Office, P.O. Box 225, Kamas, UT 84035, no later than Monday noon to be considered for that weeks issue of the paper coming out on Friday. The letters must be hand signed with full address and telephone number of the person writing the letter. No letter will be published mider an assumed name. Name may be withheld on request at the discretion of the editor or publisher of The Summit County Bet. They must not contain libelous or slandering material. Writers are limited to one letter in two weeks. Preference will be given to short, typewritten (double spaced) letters permitting the use of the writers name. AD letters subject to condensation if they are too long for the space available. No endorsement letters will be published as Let ten To The Editor. The views expressed in guest editorials or Letters To The Editor do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the editor or publisher or express the viewpoint of this newspaper. Readers Views the Editor 336-550- Summit County 9-- 4 336-223- 783-438- Richard M. & Reporter: Susan F. Buys Legal and General Town News: Mari Duncan, Publishers 783-57- 20 The Summit County Bee (UPSP 525640) is published weekly for $1.00 per year in Summit County and $20.00 per year by Wave Publishing 7wc, 675 nfcst 100 South, Heber City, UT 84032. Second class postage paid at Coalville UT 84017 post office. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Summit County Bee, P.O. Box 7, I Coalville, UT 84017. out-of-cou- Attention: Renewals to The Summit County Bee All renewals to The Summit County Bee should reach the Coalville or Kamas Office by the third Friday of the month to keep your Bee from being cancelled by the computer. We need your renewal by this time in order to get your name on the renewal list and keep you from being cancelled. Thanks for helping us help you. POSTAL IDENTIFICATION NO. 525640 r Teenage Boredom: Symptoms and Solutions I by Shirley Dec. 7, 1941 is a day many of us know exactly where we were and what we were doing, even after 5 1 years. It was a Sunday morning, so most families were complete and, according to time changes, were either in church or getting ready, or just no TV then that the coming home when it came over the radio Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The American Navy took a savage beating, only saving from damage or destruction the ships that were out at sea. Also many airplanes and airfields and fuel and equipment went up in flames. The most tragic loss was the hundreds of sailors who were unprepared and went down with their ships or were killed on land. Also, many civilians lost their lives. This was a great tragedy for the United States, and in my understanding of history, the only time the United States has been attacked by a foreign country. statements came from this Many slogans and war. Probably the first was President F. D. Roosevelt's NA day that will go down in infamy, and others such as "Remember Pearl Harbor, "V for Victory", D Day" when Normandy was invaded by the U.S., to name just a few. Rumms were that the United States government had been warned about the possibility of an attack by the Japanese, but turned a deaf ear and was so poorly prepared that if the Japanese had been more aware, they could have penetrated any of the mainland of America without any resistance. The younger generations do not understand the concerns and fears and the suspicious in our hearts when we hear of foreign countries, especially the Japanese buying businesses like most of the major movie studios, huge chunks of our lands, including recreation resorts, condos, and developing companies. Yet some of us do "Remember Pearl Harbor" and the terrible destruction that followed for four years with weapons and fighting strategies that had never been used before and an end that was too horrible for most to imagine. Since the end of World War II, we have been involved in several other conflicts, some were called police actions, and some wars. They all tridr the lives of many service people, not only from the U.S. but - from other countries as well. The weapons are more sophisticated, more accurate and more and have the accuracy that radar and deadly. Many are high technology makes them so predictable, they can find the smallest target. The layman of the world wants peace and friendship. The minority in some of the governments with power, wants things they do not have and are willing to sacrifice others lives to try and get, and what can the rest of us do? Be prepared for anything and pray that the leaders of the nations of the world will be wise and make decisions with their minds and their hearts that will bring peace to the world without any more Pearl Harbors. en robot-controll- Just Thoughts From Bessie's Collection Tacks, like some people, have their fine points, but are until somebody hits them on the head. "I'm bored," they sign heavily. What parents have not heard their teenagers utter this familiar phrase? Most parents are so busy with their lives that they cannot fathom how their offspring find time to be bored. To adults, "boring" usually applies to not having something interesting to do. Teens feel the same Combating School Budget Cuts, Together As the economy tightens its stronghold on the jugular that feeds money into our education system, learning suffers. Schools are forced to respond to funding cuts with employee layoffs, a smaller selection of books and other curriculum materials, a decrease or elimination of programs, like sports and student leadership clubs, and other services which ultimately have a negative impact on the nation. Parental involvement in the schools is more important than ever. "In tough financial times, parents need to know that cuts in any type of service in the school will mean a cut in the potential success of students," said Donald D. Gainey, principal, West Warwick High School, RI. "Parental involvement is now an even stronger determinant of school success." There's an entire generation waiting to benefit from adult involvement. Start by taking an interest in your own offsprings' education by asking about school, checking homework, They Don't Just Come That Way Hazel T. Marrott She told her mother about her date, took ever so long to explain him. "I want one like you found," she said at last "But, my dear. It took thirty years to train him. and communicating with the teacher. Then contact your local school or assojoin your local ciation for suggestions on how you can make a difference. Other ideas parent-teach- of little use Season this secvfc Holiday Item INs Uy A pubic nuwspaper mesrogu and tie Utah Department of Transportation. include: Volunteer your skills. You are probably more talented than you imagine. Consider tutoring, typing, computer installation and troubleshooting, foreign language instruction, coaching, music, drama ing activities. Offer state of the art information and work materials from your business or organization. Would your business or place of employment provide a unique educational opportunity? Offer guided tours and provide handouts and career information. Help organize a career day at school. Offer to help chaperone a field trip or dance. Volunteer to run a fundraising concession stand at a sporting event. Some schools in Fairfax County, VA, have parent volunteers come in to monitor lunchrooms on Fridays to give teachers extra time to prepare lesson plans. The North Pblei first traffic lights: Rudolph Reindeer. and his son, Gary the Green-Nose-d Offer to donate books or periodicals to the school library. Talk to friends, neighbors, and Continued from Page 1A City, State, Zip. Return this form with full payment to: 2 Years: $38 In County l Yean $15 2 Years: $28 AH Subscriptions Must Be Paid For In Advance! P high-achievi- student's personality, schools, levels, and family environment economic Parents can help counteract their teenagers' boredom in the following ways: Be a good listener, supportive, and understanding. Ask questions: "when do yon feel bored, what does "bored" feel like, "how can we help?" Encourage school involve- ment Show interest in their aca- activities. demic and Do not try to overcompensate for inactivity by pushing them to become involved in every activity. Rather, encourage them to hone in on one or two interests. If they say they do not have interesting things to do, suggest projects and social events. Offer to plan something together, such as a household or school project or family vacation. Encourage reading and creative activities. e job or Suggest a in area they enwork an volunteer joy, providing it will not interfere with school and home responsibilipart-tim- ties. Do not overreact to their boredom. Most teenagers need some "down time" to get in touch with themselves. With your help, boredom can be replaced with positive, fulfilling activities that will promote and prepare your teenagers for the future. In all likelihood, they will one day be so busy they will almost forget how boredom felt. self-estee- m Summit County Reports Kamas City Council Meeting Kamas City will hold its regular council meetings at 8 p.m. Dec. 10 at the City Hall. The agenda will be posted there. . Alignment... ty creative thinking. Still, many students who are bored in school are not excited about activities outside of school, either. Boredom can't always be attributed to students or schools, but to combined factors including the started. Cali Summit County Planning Commission Meeting " Notice is hereby given that the Summit County Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 8. Agenda: 7 p.m. Regular Meeting in the District Courtroom, County Courthouse, Coalville. Regular Items: 1. Approval of Minutes - Nov. 10, Study Session: Nov. 17, Special Regular Meeting; Nov. 17, Study Session; Nov. 24, regular Meeting; Nov. 24, Study Session; 2. Public Hearing 7:10 p.m. - Standard Development Recommenda- turn (Class II Recommendation), Crandall Ford Auto Dealership, Rasmussen Road: Spence Smith; 3. Final Plat, Bridge Hollow, Wanship: Steve Woolstcnhulme; 4. Public Hearing 8:15 p.m. Conditional Use Permit, Temporary Sales Trailer, Bridge Hollow, Wanship: Steve Woolstcnhulme; 5. Public Hearing 8:30 Use Permit, Golf Course, Brown's anyon: Dick ; -- Utah High School 93-9- 4 alignment CtmSA Roberts. Bomevite, CtearfigM, Region 1 Layton, Northridge, Roy, Weber. Region 2 Bountiful, Cottonwood, Devi, Highland, Skyline, Viewmont Region 3 Bingham, Granger, Hunter, Kearns. Taylorsville, West Jordan. Region 4 Alta, American Fort, Brighton, Hiltcresl, Mountain View, Orem Ctss4A Region 5 Bear River, Ben Lomond. Box Elder, Logan. Mountain Crest Ogden, Sky View. Region 6 Granite. Joidan, Judge Me- morial, Murray, Tooele Region 7 Cyprus, East Olympus, West Woods Cross Region I Payson. Pleasant Grove, Provo, Spanish Fork, SpringvMe, Timpview Region I (xtar City, Dixie, Pine View, Snow Canyon ( 1 994), Hurricane (1994) CtaeeM j Chairman and Commission Items; Director's Items; Adjourn. Brown's Canyon Golf Course, South Summit ' Public notice is hereby given that the Summit County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed Brown's Canyon Golf Course Tuesday, Dec.. 8, beginning at 8:30 p.m. in the District Courtroom, 60 North Main Street, Coalville. The purpose of the meeting is to receive public comment concerning the proposed project and to determine compli- ance with Section 6.4 of the Development Code of Summit County for a Conditional Use Permit You are invited to the meeting and address the Commissioners with your cnmmentx and questions or send them to the Planning Division, and we will forward them for you. If you have any questions or comments regarding the proposal, please contact Don Sargent at the Summit County Planning Division at 55 North 50 East Coalville, UT 84017 or call (801) 3364451 or Region 10 Wasatch, Union, Emery, Lehi, Carton, Uintah Region 11 -P- ark Qly Delta, North Sanpete, Region 12 Richfield Region 1J 783-435- 1. Public Meeting Notice South Summit General Plan Public Notice is hereby given that a South Summit Advisory Planning Committee Meeting will be held Thursday, Dec 10 at 7 p.m. in the South Summit High School auditorium, Wnlrri 45 South 300 East in Kamas. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss general Soutty Summit planning concepts and for the development of a general plan. Graduate students from Utah Stale Universitys Department of Landscape Architecture and vironmcnial Planning will present the results of a growth uf velopment survey that was distributed to the residents of Smith Summit in October. The results of the survey will form the community value data base that will be addressed in the general plan. All interested citizens of South Summit County are inyited g Ctesi2A . CtaselA Year: $20 high-abili- Meet with your political representatives when they are home to visit the district and voice your concerns about education. Organize and adopt a resolution to work for excellence in education and support adequate funding for education. The "Campaign for New Priorities," a Washington, DC organization, can help get you North Sevier, Beaver, Region 13 Parowan, Kanab, Grand, San Juan, Montcnfo. ' Address. Out of County 1 Encourage groups and organizations to donate time and money for education. Attend open school and town meetings. Voice your opinions and encourage everyone to play a role in enhancing education. Write, call or fax your local, state, and federal political representatives. Let them know how you feel about education in your comboth the positives and munity negatives. Tell, them how important it is to adequately fund the programs that will prepare future generations for the America of tomorrow. MRard. Check One fa involved. Grentsvie, North Summit Region 1 1 South Summit Morgan Region 12 Juab, Mini, Gunnison, Name. HU about education issues. Even, if they don't have kids in school, they may still want to get in their control. Unfortunately, school falls into this category. School boredom can have severe consequences: poor students drop out, average students and top students never reach their full potential, and teachers lose the incentive to teach. Boredom in school frequently is found in and students when they are not being effectively stimulated and challenged. Schools can help ease boredom by involving students in decision-makin- g and encouraging er or remedial reading. Participate in school fundrais- Drive Safely if they are generally way, and happy, healthy, and meeting school and home responsibilities, parents need not be alarmed by occasional utterances of boredom. However, some teens say they are bared when they feel depressed, unfocused, anxious, overwhelmed by school work, and socially unconnected with their peers. Re- - sponses to boredom can range from harmless to and may include talking loud in public, "hanging out", going to the mall, throwing parties in unchaperoned homes, sex or drugs anything that is immediately gratifying. If there are radical changes in behavior, physical appearances, friendships, and school performance, a professional evaluation may be necessary. Many teenagers complain of boredom whenever something is demanded of them, and therefore not ' J Dugway, Intor mountain Region 14 Christian, Mania, Meridian Mount Vernon, Rich, Rowland HaR-S- I. Maks, Shioah Valley, S.L Christian Academy, S.L Luiwran St. Joseph, Tinto, Top Right Academy, 111 tea WlSSICn ndOBnlji WINtwOi WSlODWi West Desert. Big Water, Bryce Vsley, Region 15 Enterprise, Escalante, Milford, Panguitch, Piute. Sorenson Ranch, Valey, Wayne. . Region UAltamont, Duchesne. East Caton. Green River, Monument Valey, Tabiona, Whitehorse. En" toattend. The South Summit General Plan will help guide future develop-ment and ensure the preservation of important community values of the South Summit area. For more information, please Don Sargent at the Summit County Planning Division, County Courthouse, 60 North Main Street, in Coalville or call 336-445- 1 or 783-435- 1. . |