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Show WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2009 • B l Covering what matters most o M •! SFHS graduate also receives CNA from MATC Christene Choate STAFF WRITER Anna Metcalf recently graduated from Spanish Fork High School — and Mountainland Applied Technology Center (MATC). Metcalf started taking classes at MATC in August, the same time her senior year started. MATC has a variety of classes that anyone can take, such as veterinarian, pharmacy tech, cosmetology and CNA courses. Metcalf was going through the CNA program. Metcalf has always wanted to be a nurse. 'This gave me an advantage and some experience in the field," said Metcalf. To graduate with a CNA certificate at MATC, students must pass a skills test and a written exam with at least 80 percent or better. "I was really excited when I could get my CNA done, because most nursing programs require you to have your CNA before you move on," said Metcalf. Going to high school and the MATC at the same time is a lot of hard work. "The hardest part of going to MATC and regular high school at the same time was the hours I had to put in," said Metcalf. "You had an amount of homework, and needed the lab at MATC, and have to get it right so you can pass it off." Although it is a lot of work, students can gain a lot by attending the MATC and high school at the same time. "The best part is you don't know all the kids," said Metcalf. "Almost everyone was from a different school. I felt like it gave us a chance to work towards our goals in the medical field together." Another advantage to attending MATC is the smaller class sizes. "My class was small, lots of one-on-one time, good experience, friends and just fun all around," said Metcalf. "You really learn to like the people you're with, because you spend so much Courtesy photo time learning the same material." GETTING A JUMP ON LIFE: Anna Metcalf graduated from Spanish Fork High School and received her CNA certificate at the same time. Metcalf got an internship in high school at a nursing hired because she was preMetcalf plans to attend generals and then get into a "I was thinking maybe gram, although it is very home after obtaining her pared and knew the field. college to complete her nursing program. MATC for their LPN pro- competitive," said Metcalf. CNA licence and was soon Terrific Kids Nebo School District Kirdten Hulllnger Spanish Fork High School Kirsten Hullingcr has made a positive difference at Spanish Fork High. She builds positive relationships with \ her students and colleagues. She is genuinely interested in the welfare of others and is committed to helping students reach their potential. Kirsten takes extra time and energy to build trust with students. :s. Huliinger isfinishingher lounseling degree and will be ' asset to any school. Courtesy photos BROCKBANK ELEMENTARY: The recipients of the Kiwanis "Terrific Kids" award at Brockbank elementary are: Ryan Golish, son of Rick and Shareen Golish and Kiera Hiatt, daughter of Tyson and April Hiatt. Pictured, left to right, are Ryan Golish, Steve Wilson and Kiera Hiatt. LARSEN ELEMENTARY: The Kiwanis Club presented Elizabeth Hirst, daughter of Richard and Michelle Hirst, and William Graham, son of Dawn and Charles Graham with the "Terrific Kids" award at Larsen school. Pictured, left to right, are William Graham, Mr. Johnson and Elizabeth Hist. SPONSORED BY: . SECURITY HOME MORTGAGE 798-1581 •MAIN, SPANISH FO |