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Show -NEWS- Spanish Fork Covering what matters most WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 1 , 2009 • B5 SHHS wins building award Lana Hiskey NEBO DISTRICT instill in its students and teachers new excitement in the creation of a new type of Salem Hills High School environment for learning at was awarded the prestigious the high school level — one 2008 Best K-12 Education that provides a sophisticated Project design by the Inter- experience while nurturing mountain Contractors proj- the school community." ects for the state of Utah at Cecchini said all of these the Grand America Hotel in goals were accomplished in Salt Lake City in Decem- the design and construction ber. Superintendent Chris of the new school. Sorensen and his staff as The project team conwell as Principal Ann An- sisted of Hughes General derson accepted the award Contractors, MHTN Archion behalf of the school. The tects, Inc., Great Basin Enschool design was submit- gineering, Royal Engineerted by MHTN Architects for ing, Van Boerum and Frank the award. Associates, and Reaveley Nebo School District had Engineers and Associates. not constructed a new high The following was said school since the 1960s. Den- when the award was presentnis Cecchini, vice president ed, "Nebo School District of MHTN Architects, Inc. mandated that the design of said, "The district mandated Salem Hills incorporate all that the new high school the best thinking of district design would stand the test administrators and educaof time in both its programs tors, as well as patrons withsupport andflexibilityfor fu- in the community served by ture needs. The district also the facility. To accomplish wanted a facility that the this MHTN Architects emcommunity of Salem could ployed a unique discovery be proud of, and that would process which was built on consensus and facilitated by communication. ' 'The facility employs three large common spaces central to and anchoring the activities of athletics, performing arts, and career technology education (CTE). Natural light from large windows and clear stories and right-sized classrooms and support spaces provide the students, teachers and patrons with a welcoming, comfortable and nurturing educational community environment within which to explore learning, life and personal growth. "The building is two stories constructed of a combination of single Wythe Atlas brick in the majority of the building and colored concrete masonry in the field house and performing arts wings. A winding sky bridge through the CTE commons connects the second floor academic communities, Courtesy photo / Sam Egbert, SHHS DECADES DANCERS: Students from SHHS enjoyed a Decades Dance with live music performed by the Jazz Band. Skyhawks get their groove on Sam Egbert SHHS It doesn't get any better than a dance from the past, especially with live music. On Thursday, Salem Hills Jazz Band performed the live music at the 'Decades Dance' which was held at the school. Dancers were getting in touch with the old days as they boogied and did the swing in their clothes from the 80's on down to the 50's. They even added some moves of their own from today. "I think the best part of the whole dance was the Jazz B and," remarked student Caitlyn Boden, "I don't think I've ever been to a dance like this, it was awesome!" Many other dancers had the same experience, hoping that the Decades Dance is a tradition here to stay. See AWARD • B6 Larsen HICKORY DICKORY DOCK: Mrs. Eckhardt's afternoon Kindergarten class at Larsen Elementary enjoyed their Nursery Rhyme Day with one another. Overall, the day made for an eventful and enjoyable learning experience. Pictured are, Isaac Wahineho'okae, Nathan Clegg, Dena Larsen and Samuel Lopez reciting Hickory Dickory Dock. Namon Bills / Spanish Fork News AWARD-WINNING: Salem Hills High School was recognized with a state-wide award in December. Pictured are those involved with construction of SHHS and district employees. Courtesy photo And now let's play.., Auto Spanish Fork tearing; WE GOTCHA COVERED jeopardy f Q: Even with beating the national average for vehicle time in the shop, this business has refused to pat itself on the back. A: What is Robarge Collision? Q: Receiving no government bailout, they still manage to save their customers money on every vehicle auto body repair. A: Who are Cary and Judy Robarge? Q: 97.86%. A: What is the customer satisfaction rating at Robarge Collision? When you're in a fender bender or worse the answer is: TIRES • WHEELS BRAKES •SHOCKS STRUTS • ALIGNMENT LIFT KITS ASK ABOUT 90 DAYS SAME AS CASH! Exceptional Care, Collision Repair 798-1967 • 570 South Main St. • Spanish Fork XXXX XXXXfZX |