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Show Page 12 The Ogden Valley news Volume XXIII Issue IX June 1, 2016 Eleven Super Heroes Graduate from Canyon View Eden Student Selected to Compete at Intel some of the accomplishments that were menBy Roberta Blain tioned: “He learned to advocate for himself,” International Science & Engineering Fair On May 20, 2016, 11 super heroes gradu- “She came to the United States four years ated from their various high schools at Canyon ago and learned English and is working on View School in Ogden. This special ceremony her citizenship,” “He can now communicate with a device that helps people wasn’t included in the northern understand him,” “She can take Utah newspaper, which lists area the UTA by herself and is lookhigh school graduates, yet these ing forward to begin independent young adults have spent four years living,” “He has learned to say, beyond high school in the Life ‘Excuse me’ when he needs to do Program course of studies offered something and people are ignorat Canyon View. For those of ing him as he stands by patiently, us who have completed Master’s waiting for them to acknowledge degrees, we know how difficult it him,” “When he started school was to finish high school, go on here, he did not communicate, for three to four more years for but now has learned to interour Bachelor’s degree, and then act with people comfortably and another two years to complete effectively,” “She can now speak a Master’s degree. Yet, we still and be understood,” “He found didn’t experience anything close every educational challenge very to as tough and challenging as these young people; what they Canyon View graduate difficult, but he hung in there accomplished should be called a Bridger Scadden. Note: and worked hard and learned,” Master’s degree in life. Bridger is the son of Dave “He was recently complimented This graduation ceremony was and Cailin Scadden of for being the best custodian the one of the most heartfelt, amazing Liberty, and the grandson school has ever had,” “He has graduations I’ve ever attended. of Roberta and Ercell Blain expertly managed the school’s Tears welled up in our eyes and of Eden and LaMar and recycling program,” “He has held we chocked back our emotions LuJean Scadden of Ogden. a job at Smith’s Marketplace,” as the first name and the person’s Congratulations Bridger! “She has done a good job as an employee at Deseret Industries individual accomplishments were highlighted. This went on as each graduate for the past two years,” “He has learned to drive stood up bravely in front of the audience. No his wheelchair safely,” “He is able to demonone in the room could explain what it felt like strate proper social behavior and will soon live to see these fine young men and women reach in a group home,” “She was very shy at first, the monumental goal of graduating from high but can now express herself with confidence.” school. Every parent in that room knew the The list of great accomplishments was long effort it had been to teach small and simple and impressive. They should have received a things to their child who had disabilities—the standing ovation. These students’ family members and patience, the love, the persistence, the endurance, the every-fiber-of-their-being strength friends will keep this special moment in their required to get them to where they stood on hearts, knowing that the world hasn’t been this special day. The teachers and aides knew, the kindest to people with disabilities. Yet, too, and could experience the same feeling of they go forth in the world now with hope for admiration. The investment in these wonderful the future, just like any other high school stuhuman beings, these unsung heroes, was worth dent. They have dreams and goals. They will every sacrifice, all the tears and sorrow for accomplish much. They will remind us all to their struggles, and everything else. There they be grateful for what we have, and, most of all, stood as examples of true courage and great to be grateful for what they have taught and given us. They will, indeed, continue on, makaccomplishment. As each graduate was presented, these are ing the world a better place. Huntsville Announces July 4th Celebration Theme Liz Dowell was one of four students cho- ship to Arizona State University. sen at the Richey Science Fair at Weber State Liz is the daughter of Bill and Kathy University (WSU) to compete at Dowell of Eden. Kathy says, “I the Intel International Science am so glad that her hard work and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, paid off and she was chosen to Arizona in April. attend ISEF. It was a great expeLiz, age 16, is a sophorience for her to see and meet more at NUAMES high school. some of the 1,700 other ISEF She worked on the project finalists from around the world.” “Calibration Methodology for Liz’s interests include designVertical Inversion Atmospheric ing and building all sorts of Measurement System” for about things, costuming, martial arts a year. This project involved and biking. calibrating a gas measurement Other Valley participants system to be carried under an at ISEF this year were Tristen aerostat balloon during winter Kelson, also a finalist, who is inversions to help understand a sophomore at Ogden High sources of inversions and ways School; and Dr. John Mull, proto prevent them. Liz won a spefessor at WSU, and director of Liz Dowell cial award at ISEF—a scholarthe Richey Science Fair. Immunization Requirements for th -grade Students 2016-2017 7 School is out! • 2 Hepatitis A And students have put the thought of classes and homework assignments behind them, and are looking forward to a great summer. Even so, it’s not too soon for parents to begin thinking about fall when students will return back to school for the 2016-2017 school year—especially if they have a student who will begin 7th grade at Snowcrest Jr. High. According to the Utah Department of Health, to attend the 7th grade, a student must have written proof of receiving the following immunizations: • TdaP • 2 Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) • 3 Hepatitis B • 2 Varicella (chickenpox) – A history of the disease is acceptable; however, a parent must sign the verification statement on the school immunization record. • 1 Meningococcal • 4 Polio (3 doses, if third dose was given on/ after the 4th birthday) • 5 DTaP/DT (4 doses of DTaP, if fourth dose given on/after the 4th birthday; 3 doses of Td, if starting series after age 7 years with a single dose of TdaP preferred as the first dose) With the exception of TdaP and Meningococcal, a child may be allowed to attend school “conditionally” if at least one dose of each required immunization has been completed and the child is currently on schedule to receive the remaining immunizations. The remaining immunizations must be completed on schedule for the child to remain in attendance. For children whose parents claim an exemption to immunization for medical, religious, or personal reasons, an appropriate Utah Department of Health Exemption form must be completed and presented to the child’s school, and a copy kept in their cumulative file. For questions regarding your child’s immunization status, contact your child’s health care provider, your local health department, or the Immunization Hotline at 1-800-275-0659. Huntsville Town will celebrate July 4th with their traditional flag raising, parade, and patriotic program. This year’s theme is “America, The Beautiful.” Participants are invited to create floats that reflect the beauty of our country and its many landscapes. Prizes will be awarded to those who best exemplify the theme. The Grand Prize will be $100. Prizes will also be given for the “Most Patriotic” and “Most Creative.” In the past, we have allowed entries in the parade without filling out an application. This year an application is required and must be submitted by June 13, 2016. The only exception is for children twelve and under who are walking or riding their bikes. Those who wish to apply to be in the parade can find more information on the town’s website: <huntsvilletown.com> Weber County Commission candidates Caitlin K. Gochnour and Jim Harvey attended a community question-and-answer session at the Ogden Valley Branch library May 19. The Meet-the-Candidate event was moderated by Cord Pack of Eden. The community will have the opportunity to vote for the commissioner of their choice in the Primary Election slated for Tuesday, June 28; the winner from this Primary election will become the newest member of the three-person commission—which is the administrative and legislative body of the county—since there is no candidate opposing the Republican candidate in November’s election. For Democrats to change their party affiliation—so they can vote for the candidate who they want to represent them—they must do so by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31 to be eligible to vote in this year’s Republican closed primary; however, unaffiliated voters can still affiliate with a party after the May 31 deadline. You may change your affiliation on the internet by visiting <secure.utah.gov/voterreg/index.html or by visiting the Weber County Clerk/ Auditor’s Office at the county offices located inside the Weber Center at 2380 Washington Blvd., Ogden, Suite 320. Applications to change party affiliation may also be obtained at the Weber County offices and at most libraries and city offices. If mailing or emailing in a change of party affiliation application, again, the county must receive it in their offices by 5:00 p.m. May 31. NEEd WISdom TEETH REmoVEd? Why leave the Valley . . . We offer IV sedation, oral sedation, as well as gas. 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