- School Improvement Plan Update
- Professional Development Plan Update
- Safe Routes Plan Update
- 4-H Program
- Trustlands Proposals for the 2009-10 school year
Friday, February 27, 2009
School Community Council--March 4
The next School Community Council Meeting will be held on March 4 at 3:30 in the Media Center. We will be discussing the following items:
Friday, February 20, 2009
Parent Teacher Conferences--February 26th
SJHS Parent Teacher Conferences will be held from 3:30 to 8:30 on Thursday, February 26th. Please come meet with your child's teachers in the boys' gym. We look forward to seeing you then.
The Gifted, the Talented, and the Future Lawyers Visit Capitol Building
Representative Francis Gibson from District 65 met with SJHS students during their visit to the capitol.KresLynn Knouse
SJHS Staff Writer
On Wednesday, February 11th, Springville Junior High School’s Government and Law class, accompanied by the seventh grade Gifted and Talented, visited the Utah State capitol building. Students took a tour of the capitol, were able to watch The House of Representatives and the Senate vote on important issues, and spoke with the Attorney General’s assistant.
Mr. Hansen, the Government and Law teacher at SJHS, said, “Going to the capitol building will let the Government and Law students see what it’s like to work for the government.”
During the tour, the students got to see every beautiful room and painting in the capitol, learned about lobbyists, and got to see the amazing “gold room.” The “gold room” is a room they use exclusively when meeting with important government officials.
Students admire the beauty of the artwork found in the capitol building during the tour.“It was way fun,” said Alyssa Payne, a ninth grade student at SJHS, “My favorite part was watching the House of Representatives vote. They had a flat screen T.V. hanging up for us to see which house member voted ‘yea or nay’ on the bills.”
Meghan Paynter, another ninth grade student, also enjoyed watching the house vote. “Watching either the House or the Senate vote was actually pretty cool. The senators were below us, and we would watch them from another floor.”
Every student enjoyed taking a tour of the capitol and being able to see how bills pass through our government. Some SJHS students might even end up working there someday.
Boys Basketball Finishes Strong
The 2008-09 ninth grade boys' basketball teamFront, left to right: Manager Tom Setzer, Steven Bate, Mitchell Maye, Zach Nemelka, Alex Cloward, Jordan McCann
Back, left to right: Coach Blakey, Manager Cason Acor, Trevor Allan, Jalon Miyasaki, Zera Staheli, Jordan Davis, Andrew Clyde, Sean Sly, Ryan Shultz, Manager Josh Buhler, Assistant Coach Kelly Giles (not pictured: Manger Trevor Church)
Back, left to right: Coach Blakey, Manager Cason Acor, Trevor Allan, Jalon Miyasaki, Zera Staheli, Jordan Davis, Andrew Clyde, Sean Sly, Ryan Shultz, Manager Josh Buhler, Assistant Coach Kelly Giles (not pictured: Manger Trevor Church)
Jantzen Dalley
SJHS Staff Writer
A lot of people were wondering how the Springville Junior High Freshman basketball team would do this year, especially because they had a rough season last year. The team went seven and three in the district, and won seven out of their last nine games.
Springville also played in the Alpine tournament towards the end of their season. They played well, but were beaten by Timpview High School in the end and were no longer able to move on in the tournament.
One reason for the Knights’ newfound success this year is Coach Shaun Blakey. Coach Blakey has been working as a counselor at SJHS, and is now the head coach of the basketball team.
“The team has gotten a lot better throughout the season,” Coach Blakey said, “ They have gotten much better working as a team and have gained more confidence.”
“Spanish Fork is probably the hardest team we played.” Coach Blakey recalled. And he was right. Unfortunately, Spanish Fork defeated Springville 65 to 53 in a great game.
The combination of the new coaching staff, and the aggressive play of the team is definitely what has made this season so successful.
Valentine's Dance at Springville Junior High
Students dancing the night away at the Valentine's dance.Autumn Hathaway
SJHS Staff Writer
Love was in the air at Springville Junior High with our Valentine’s dance on February 19, 2009 from seven-nine. Music, friends, fun, boys, girls, and laughter abounded. Teachers and students a like boogied the night away.
If you’re looking for a good time then the dance is the place for you. We asked Elizabeth White, your average, everyday eighth grade student at SJHS and she said, “Yes I think they’re very fun!”
As you can tell, the students enjoy them, but what are the teacher’s perspectives? Mr. David Knudsen, vice principal at Springville Junior said, “I like the dances because it helps students learn to handle a social situation that they will have to deal with in high school and beyond.”
Parents, if you’re worried about the music that they play, do not stress about what goes into your children’s ears. The school has to follow and maintain the rules about the content of the music that is allowed such as the music may not swear, talk about drugs, alcohol etc. The teachers in school supervise the dances and the dancing, and parents are welcome to come and chaperone the dances and maybe even have a good time with your child.
If students are bored and looking for a good time, come to a dance and shake the night away.
Springville Library: Expanding Our Knowledge
Halley Rencher
SJHS Staff Writer
As most Springville citizens know, the library is becoming a bit outdated. There are leaks in the roof, and there is not enough room for new books. With the recent election, a new library was approved. The mission for a place where books can be read and respected was started.
“The biggest problem,” said Sheri Britsch, Springville Librarian, “is the space.” Which is true, there is no space for book displays, comfy chairs, or any other things that could make the library not just a place to pick out a book, but a place where a you would want to read that book as well.
The new library is planned to have more room for everything, from program rooms to more space for the staff to work, new equipment, and a space separate from the city building. Pam Vaughn, Library Director, hopes that it will be more inviting to families as a whole and individually.
“When you walk in it has a childish feel, which can make less inviting for people of an older age,” Vaughn said. Trying to make the library more likable to people of every age is a goal that they hope to reach. The library is an important part of the community and most can’t wait to see what it becomes.
SJHS Staff Writer
As most Springville citizens know, the library is becoming a bit outdated. There are leaks in the roof, and there is not enough room for new books. With the recent election, a new library was approved. The mission for a place where books can be read and respected was started.
“The biggest problem,” said Sheri Britsch, Springville Librarian, “is the space.” Which is true, there is no space for book displays, comfy chairs, or any other things that could make the library not just a place to pick out a book, but a place where a you would want to read that book as well.
The new library is planned to have more room for everything, from program rooms to more space for the staff to work, new equipment, and a space separate from the city building. Pam Vaughn, Library Director, hopes that it will be more inviting to families as a whole and individually.
“When you walk in it has a childish feel, which can make less inviting for people of an older age,” Vaughn said. Trying to make the library more likable to people of every age is a goal that they hope to reach. The library is an important part of the community and most can’t wait to see what it becomes.
SJHS Track and Field Starting Soon
Kaydie Kerby
SJHS Staff Writer
At Springville Junior High School our track team season starts on March 16, 2009. Students need to attend a meeting about a week before that so they can sign up and get ready to go. In order to participate, students need to bring red or blue shorts and running shoes. Students need to get a physical in order to do track meets and participate in the events.
Track is not just about running; that’s why it is called track and field. The junior high track team participates in the shot put, discus, high jump, and long jump out. Students will pracice for both running and field events on the PE field at the junior high right after school.
Mrs. Kelli Manwaring, one of the coaches, said “It is really important that all participants have running shoes. These are different than skateboarding, basketball, Converse, or street shoes. Kids who don’t have running shoes often have problems like shin-splints and other pains.”
According to Manwaring, "The type of shoes may not seem like a big deal, but they make a big difference! Running causes a lot of pressure on your joints. Running shoes are made to absorb the pressure and spread it out. Running in street shoes, skateboarding shoes and any other types of shoes often causes people to have a lot of pain in their legs."
If students decide to sprint then it may help to have a pair of shoes that have spikes. These shoes help the runner get a better start and help them run faster but they are not required to have.
In order to participate at track meets, students need to come to four out of five practices during the week. This helps the teammates practice together during the week. If students need to miss a practice because they’re practicing in a different sport, they need to talk to the coaches and they will work something out.
SJHS Staff Writer
At Springville Junior High School our track team season starts on March 16, 2009. Students need to attend a meeting about a week before that so they can sign up and get ready to go. In order to participate, students need to bring red or blue shorts and running shoes. Students need to get a physical in order to do track meets and participate in the events.
Track is not just about running; that’s why it is called track and field. The junior high track team participates in the shot put, discus, high jump, and long jump out. Students will pracice for both running and field events on the PE field at the junior high right after school.
Mrs. Kelli Manwaring, one of the coaches, said “It is really important that all participants have running shoes. These are different than skateboarding, basketball, Converse, or street shoes. Kids who don’t have running shoes often have problems like shin-splints and other pains.”
According to Manwaring, "The type of shoes may not seem like a big deal, but they make a big difference! Running causes a lot of pressure on your joints. Running shoes are made to absorb the pressure and spread it out. Running in street shoes, skateboarding shoes and any other types of shoes often causes people to have a lot of pain in their legs."
If students decide to sprint then it may help to have a pair of shoes that have spikes. These shoes help the runner get a better start and help them run faster but they are not required to have.
In order to participate at track meets, students need to come to four out of five practices during the week. This helps the teammates practice together during the week. If students need to miss a practice because they’re practicing in a different sport, they need to talk to the coaches and they will work something out.
The Men’s Choir
The SJHS Men's Choir, directed by Mrs. Walker, warms up at the beginning of class.Andrew Farr
SJHS Staff Writer
Springville Junior High has a class for those men that have changed and unchanged voices and an interest in singing: Men’s Choir. Men’s choir consists of eighth and ninth graders. Eighth graders sign up for the class because they think it’s just like seventh grade choir; and they’re right. It is just as easy, fun and relaxing. “The songs aren’t hard to learn,” Jantzen Dalley, an eighth grade student in men's choir, said. “The class is and an easy A, all you have to do participate.”
The men in this class have learned seven songs. Barbra Ann, Sweet Betsy from Pike, Aura Lee, and In the Jungle are four songs the choir can name off of their heads.
Mrs. Leslie Walker, the choir teacher, said, “Eighth grade is a great time to work with all men because many of them are dealing with voice change. It’s easier to fix problems without girls there! Plus, it’s just plain macho when the boys sing together.”
The Awesome Band Class at SJHS
Jaqueline Fry
SJHS Staff Writer
This year at Springville Junior High School, Mr. David Booth teaches band classes every school day. He teaches six different classes, which include grades seven, eight, and nine. Mr. Booth prepares the classes for concerts and festivals every year.
Mr. Booth teaches all three grades at the junior high, and the students enjoy his classes. Students could say that being in band is like a concert every day, but you don't have to sit still the whole time. “I love band! It’s my favorite,” SJHS student Abi Santiago said. “You get to play music and hang out. Mr. Booth is the best,” SJHS student Afton Brown said.
Mr. Booth has been teaching band at SJHS for thirteen years. “I really enjoy helping students learn how to play instruments, and hopefully also increase their love of music,” Mr. Booth said. “Like most anything-hard work, dedication, practice, and teamwork are necessary for success in band,” he continued. Whether you’re in band or not, you'll agree that this class is a great addition to our school.
SJHS Staff Writer
This year at Springville Junior High School, Mr. David Booth teaches band classes every school day. He teaches six different classes, which include grades seven, eight, and nine. Mr. Booth prepares the classes for concerts and festivals every year.
Mr. Booth teaches all three grades at the junior high, and the students enjoy his classes. Students could say that being in band is like a concert every day, but you don't have to sit still the whole time. “I love band! It’s my favorite,” SJHS student Abi Santiago said. “You get to play music and hang out. Mr. Booth is the best,” SJHS student Afton Brown said.
Mr. Booth has been teaching band at SJHS for thirteen years. “I really enjoy helping students learn how to play instruments, and hopefully also increase their love of music,” Mr. Booth said. “Like most anything-hard work, dedication, practice, and teamwork are necessary for success in band,” he continued. Whether you’re in band or not, you'll agree that this class is a great addition to our school.
City Softball Sign Ups
Rylee Vest
SJHS Staff Writer
Looking to sign up for city softball? Find out how now! Sign ups have already started, but do not worry, you have until March 21 to get registered. To get signed up you can go register online at www.Springville.org, or you can also go to the community services building at 443 South 200 East. Kids interested in playing can go to the Community Services Building between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The cost depends on what grade and league you are in. T-ball is for kindergarteners and costs 25 dollars. Coach pitch is for 1st and 2nd graders and costs 35 dollars. Falcon & Mustang are for 3rd and 4th graders and cost 35 dollars. Filly & Pinto are for 5th and 6th graders and cost 35 dollars. Fox & Pony are for 7th and 8th graders and cost 45 dollars.
Now you know everything you need to know about registering for softball. So have fun and see you there!
SJHS Staff Writer
Looking to sign up for city softball? Find out how now! Sign ups have already started, but do not worry, you have until March 21 to get registered. To get signed up you can go register online at www.Springville.org, or you can also go to the community services building at 443 South 200 East. Kids interested in playing can go to the Community Services Building between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The cost depends on what grade and league you are in. T-ball is for kindergarteners and costs 25 dollars. Coach pitch is for 1st and 2nd graders and costs 35 dollars. Falcon & Mustang are for 3rd and 4th graders and cost 35 dollars. Filly & Pinto are for 5th and 6th graders and cost 35 dollars. Fox & Pony are for 7th and 8th graders and cost 45 dollars.
Now you know everything you need to know about registering for softball. So have fun and see you there!
Friday, February 13, 2009
SJHS Super Citizens
SJHS Super Citizens for first semesterFront row, left to right: Darby Farr, Jessie Wimmer, Owen Gardner, CJ Kanzee, Kat Smith and Irisa Hutchings
Second row: Bronson Bartholomew, Jeremy Anderson, Tyler Oman, Zach Droubay, Amy Tingey, Leksi Rosenberg, Elizabeth White
Third row: Emily Regan, Lily Girot, Emily Jay, Yamina Castro, Jordan Gage, Tyler Ercanbrack, Kyrsten Anderson and Payton Seamons
Fourth row: Michael R. Bartholomew, Abraham Lugo, McKenna Gleave, Delon Lier, Rebekah McClain, and Samuel Larson
Top row: Dustin Brinton, Seth Chipman, Zera Staheli, Forrest Markham and Sean Sly
Not pictured: Katie Anderson, Nancy Gomez, Kayla Price, and Ria Swapp
Second row: Bronson Bartholomew, Jeremy Anderson, Tyler Oman, Zach Droubay, Amy Tingey, Leksi Rosenberg, Elizabeth White
Third row: Emily Regan, Lily Girot, Emily Jay, Yamina Castro, Jordan Gage, Tyler Ercanbrack, Kyrsten Anderson and Payton Seamons
Fourth row: Michael R. Bartholomew, Abraham Lugo, McKenna Gleave, Delon Lier, Rebekah McClain, and Samuel Larson
Top row: Dustin Brinton, Seth Chipman, Zera Staheli, Forrest Markham and Sean Sly
Not pictured: Katie Anderson, Nancy Gomez, Kayla Price, and Ria Swapp
Springville Junior High is a school with an outstanding student body. Although all of our students are spirited and fun, every semester we honor students who are especially SUPER. Teachers nominate students whom they believe should be recognized for their SUPERior citizenship. The faculty then votes on the nominated students to come up with the group which is deemed Super Citizens.
In April, the Super Citizens for first and second semesters will be excused from school to go spend the day at Trafalga where they will be treated to pizza, drinks, and fun. We want to thank these students for the great example they set at our school. They truly are SUPER!
In April, the Super Citizens for first and second semesters will be excused from school to go spend the day at Trafalga where they will be treated to pizza, drinks, and fun. We want to thank these students for the great example they set at our school. They truly are SUPER!
Spotlight: Mr. Michael Chipman
Mr. Chipman teaching one of his 8th grade U.S. History classes.Carolyn Brown
SJHS Staff Writer
This year the Springville Junior High School has gotten many new teachers, and one of them is Mr. Michael Chipman. He teaches U.S. History for the eighth graders. He teaches Geography first semester and World History the second semester for the ninth graders. “I love working with all of the kids. It is amazing to see how they can change and improve,” said Mr. Chipman.
The students that have him are very glad that they were able to be in his class. “He helps me to get better grades, and I really like that,” Afton Brown, one of his students, said. Another student, Rebekah McClain, said this about the way he teaches, “If any of the students have a question he talks with them personally, I think that is really cool.”
One of the most popular things that he does is a Current Events Day; every Tuesday he takes time away from normal class lessons, and he and the students have a discussion about the things that are going on in right now in the USA. Sometimes the students have to read a news article or watch a news program and write half a page on it, but most of the time they just discuss the event as a class. Since the class has been studying the Revolutionary War he sometimes has the students get in groups and do presentations on things like important people or major battles. “I like how he is able to make history fun and interesting for me,” said Rebekah McClain. As you can see, Mr. Chipman is a great addition to the faculty here at Springville Junior High School.
SJHS Mock Trial Competition
Kara Dunn
SJHS Staff Writer
Schools around the US have put together a competition in which students who wish to participate may take part in the school’s mock trial team. According to Mrs. Rice, one of the teachers involved in the mock trial, ever since 1980, a volunteer attorney writes out a legal case involving issues that youth would understand and get a feel for. Students are given a handbook containing the facts and legal information involving the case.
The mock trial team for Springville Junior High has put together a team involving witnesses, attorneys, and clerks. Each student has chosen a position in which they wish to participate. Mr. David Hansen, one of the mock trial directors, and a teacher at Springville Junior High, explained his reason for participating in the mock trial. “It gives students opportunities to decide what they want to do with their lives when they grow up.”
Schools participate around the US and compete for the opportunity to make it all the way to Atlanta, Georgia in May for the final case. Our mock trial team is already preparing for their big case with having practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school.
When asked why she signed up for Mock Trial, Susan Watson, one of the members says, “My uncle is a lawyer, and it’s fun.” We are cheering you on Springville Junior High!
SJHS Staff Writer
Schools around the US have put together a competition in which students who wish to participate may take part in the school’s mock trial team. According to Mrs. Rice, one of the teachers involved in the mock trial, ever since 1980, a volunteer attorney writes out a legal case involving issues that youth would understand and get a feel for. Students are given a handbook containing the facts and legal information involving the case.
The mock trial team for Springville Junior High has put together a team involving witnesses, attorneys, and clerks. Each student has chosen a position in which they wish to participate. Mr. David Hansen, one of the mock trial directors, and a teacher at Springville Junior High, explained his reason for participating in the mock trial. “It gives students opportunities to decide what they want to do with their lives when they grow up.”
Schools participate around the US and compete for the opportunity to make it all the way to Atlanta, Georgia in May for the final case. Our mock trial team is already preparing for their big case with having practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school.
When asked why she signed up for Mock Trial, Susan Watson, one of the members says, “My uncle is a lawyer, and it’s fun.” We are cheering you on Springville Junior High!
Body Conditioning
Zach Nemelka
SJHS Staff Writer
Body conditioning is an elective class available to students at SJHS taught by Ms. Carrie Parker. This class is a semester class and is worth half a credit. In body conditioning, students learn about certain muscles and how to improve these muscles safely through a strength program which they write themselves. “ This class is for everyone and anyone,” Ms.Parker stated.
“This class is for anyone who wants to get in shape because you are able to work on your physical shape in this class,” said Jordan Davis, a body conditioning student. Body coditioning is for anyone, not just people who play sports. So if you just want to get in good physical shape and build a workout program you can use for years to come, you should register for body conditioning.
SJHS Staff Writer
Body conditioning is an elective class available to students at SJHS taught by Ms. Carrie Parker. This class is a semester class and is worth half a credit. In body conditioning, students learn about certain muscles and how to improve these muscles safely through a strength program which they write themselves. “ This class is for everyone and anyone,” Ms.Parker stated.
“This class is for anyone who wants to get in shape because you are able to work on your physical shape in this class,” said Jordan Davis, a body conditioning student. Body coditioning is for anyone, not just people who play sports. So if you just want to get in good physical shape and build a workout program you can use for years to come, you should register for body conditioning.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Love Is in the Air at SJHS
Maddie Patten
SJHS Staff Writer
Now that Christmas and New Years are over, students at SJHS are already looking forward to the next holiday: Valentine's Day! "I love Valentine’s Day! It is the love holiday, and it always involves chocolate! What more is there to life?” said Mrs. Kathryn Crandall, teacher at SJHS.
A fun Valentine's Day tradition at Springville Junior High is Valigrams. Valigrams are little notes with candy attached. You can send them for fifty cents. "I love Valigrams! They are the best!" said Maddi Dayton, eighth grader at SJHS. "It is fun to see people get one," agreed Brooke Caswell, also in eighth grade.
Another fun Valentine's Day event at SJHS is the Valentine's dance. It is one of the few formal ones. Students come dressed in their best clothes, ready to dance with the guy/girl of their dreams and have a lot of fun!! "The Valentine's Day dance is great," said Audri Petro, ninth grader at SJHS. "The gym is always decorated so pretty!"
"I love Valentine's Day! Everything: candy, cards, the whole nine yards!" said Sarah Fawson, eighth grader at SJHS. So whether you celebrate with a special someone or with a group of great friends, Valentine's Day offers something for everyone at SJHS!
SJHS Staff Writer
Now that Christmas and New Years are over, students at SJHS are already looking forward to the next holiday: Valentine's Day! "I love Valentine’s Day! It is the love holiday, and it always involves chocolate! What more is there to life?” said Mrs. Kathryn Crandall, teacher at SJHS.
A fun Valentine's Day tradition at Springville Junior High is Valigrams. Valigrams are little notes with candy attached. You can send them for fifty cents. "I love Valigrams! They are the best!" said Maddi Dayton, eighth grader at SJHS. "It is fun to see people get one," agreed Brooke Caswell, also in eighth grade.
Another fun Valentine's Day event at SJHS is the Valentine's dance. It is one of the few formal ones. Students come dressed in their best clothes, ready to dance with the guy/girl of their dreams and have a lot of fun!! "The Valentine's Day dance is great," said Audri Petro, ninth grader at SJHS. "The gym is always decorated so pretty!"
"I love Valentine's Day! Everything: candy, cards, the whole nine yards!" said Sarah Fawson, eighth grader at SJHS. So whether you celebrate with a special someone or with a group of great friends, Valentine's Day offers something for everyone at SJHS!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Student Registration for 2009-10
The counseling department is happy to answer any questions students and parents may have about registration.left to right: Joy Maughan, secretary; Monica Distefano, 8th grade counselor; Monica Linton, 7th grade counselor; Shaun Blakey, 9th grade counselor
Kara Dunn
SJHS Staff Writer
For the next few weeks, students, parents, teachers, and the faculty at Springville Junior High and High School will be busy preparing for registration for the upcoming school year. Students will have the opportunity to meet with their counselor and go through a class in which the counselor explains classes that are available for them next year. Parents are welcome to attend these classes.
Seventh graders at Springville Junior High will have their SEOP’s during their CTE class on February 9th and 10th; their registration forms are to the counseling office on February 12th.
The eighth graders will have their SEOP’s during their history class on February 13th; their registration forms are due to the counseling office on February 18th.
Mrs. Monica Distefano, a counselor at Springville Junior High, gave her advice on choosing classes, “I recommend that you should explore your interests and not just go into the classes that you think all of your friends will be taking. Think of you.”
New seventh graders coming into SJHS next year are required to take English, math, science, history, PE, and CTE. They will also be given 1.5 credits in which they can choose from a selection of electives such as music, art, creative writing, reading for enrichment and physical education classes. They will also be given tours of our school in April to learn their way around.
Seventh graders going into eighth grade are required to take math, history, science, PE, health, and English. They will be given two credits in which they can choose from a selection of different electives including foods, sewing, creative writing, reading for enrichment, journalism, woodshop, and more.
At Springville Junior High there are many different electives. There are music classes, art classes, a Spanish class, and a Seminary class for ninth graders. There is however, a ten dollar fee for a few of the art classes, as well as music.
Mr. Shaun Blakey, another counselor at SJHS, gave seventh graders a few tips. “Don’t be afraid of the different classes or of the eight and ninth graders. Try your best to have fun and engage in school activities.”
SJHS Takes Action Against Criminal Acts
Jacob Simmons
SJHS Staff Writer
Springville Junior High School has decided to implement a new program for students who choose to break the rules. From now on students might have to report to Peer Court. There are various offenses that could get a student referred to Peer Court: bullying, swearing, butting in line at lunch, or picking on someone. Students will be put on trial, where a “judge” will decide their punishment, which could range from a week worth of cleaning the lunchroom, to just apologizing and writing a paper to the court.
Peer court is run by the students of the Government and Law class at SJHS. Mr. David Hansen oversees the court as his students defend, prosecute, and decide punishments for the criminals.
“We try to run a real court,” explained Mr. Hansen, “We have judges who make the decisions, and attorneys who give opening statements, and research to argue for their side.”
To sue someone, students can go to the office and pick up a referral form, which they may fill out and give back to Mr. Hansen for their chance to have their day in court. Once Mr. Hansen receives the referral form, he will decide whether it is valid or not, and then he will try and find a spot on the calendar for a trial to take place. Once your referral form is approved, a case will be passed on to a lawyer from the class, who will begin to research the situation, interview witnesses, and find people to who they can use to testify.
In the court, students go through the whole process of a real court, including an opening statement, a closing statement, settlements, punishments, etc. It allows students in the class to learn about government and law. Peer court has been very helpful to keeping the peace at SJHS.
SJHS Staff Writer
Springville Junior High School has decided to implement a new program for students who choose to break the rules. From now on students might have to report to Peer Court. There are various offenses that could get a student referred to Peer Court: bullying, swearing, butting in line at lunch, or picking on someone. Students will be put on trial, where a “judge” will decide their punishment, which could range from a week worth of cleaning the lunchroom, to just apologizing and writing a paper to the court.
Peer court is run by the students of the Government and Law class at SJHS. Mr. David Hansen oversees the court as his students defend, prosecute, and decide punishments for the criminals.
“We try to run a real court,” explained Mr. Hansen, “We have judges who make the decisions, and attorneys who give opening statements, and research to argue for their side.”
To sue someone, students can go to the office and pick up a referral form, which they may fill out and give back to Mr. Hansen for their chance to have their day in court. Once Mr. Hansen receives the referral form, he will decide whether it is valid or not, and then he will try and find a spot on the calendar for a trial to take place. Once your referral form is approved, a case will be passed on to a lawyer from the class, who will begin to research the situation, interview witnesses, and find people to who they can use to testify.
In the court, students go through the whole process of a real court, including an opening statement, a closing statement, settlements, punishments, etc. It allows students in the class to learn about government and law. Peer court has been very helpful to keeping the peace at SJHS.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Peer Tutors at SJHS
Keylee Gavin and peer tutor Kinsely FosterSJHS Staff Writer
Sometimes students in Springville Junior High’s self-contained special education class need a little extra help, which is why SJHS created a peer tutor class. “This class is designed to help kids who have disabilities to fit in with other kids in a safe and comfortable environment,” Dallin Droubay, ninth grade peer tutor, explained.
At the beginning of each semester, Mrs. Claire Mills, a special education teacher at SJHS, explains her goals for the peer tutors. “Peer tutors are encouraged to get to know the students, help them with individual work, and be a friend.” Peer tutors help Mrs. Mills’s students with assignments from their electives classes and also model appropriate behavior when out in the community on class fieldtrips. But this learning goes both ways. “The class is designed to aid in overall learning of both the peer tutor and students within the class,” Mrs. Mills explained.
Each day the tutors are assigned to help a different student; some of peer tutors help students with their homework, some take students to other classes, and some just to be friends. That is one key factor in this class, be a friend. One of their goals is to make sure that the students in Mrs. Mills’s class have friends throughout the school.
Students hard at work in Mrs. Mills's class. Left to right: Jasmine Corona, Joseph Serrano, technician Becca Byron, Caleb Eliason, Mrs. Mills, Ale Ruiz, technician Stephanie Benson, and Cassandra Garcia“It’s my favorite class of the day! The students are hilarious, I love working with them!” Madison Nichols, an eighth grade peer tutor, said. All of the tutors agree that this is a fun class. Each student in the class has a different perspective on different things. Each has their own personality, which makes them shine in different ways. “These students make my day at school worth while! I love this class!” Mariah Snyder, eighth grade peer tutor, said.
Jessica Drazan and technician Janine JohnsonThe importance of this class is definite; the students in Mrs. Mills’s class and the peer tutors both enjoy it. Those two added factors result in a successful class for encouraging these kids. “My students learn lots of life and job skills, how to live on their own, and many academic skills. Sometimes friends can be hard to find, but not in this class. This class is full of students who like to have friends, be friends, and help friends,” Mrs. Mills explained.
The peer tutor class is an amazing program that does a lot of good to our school. This class is fun and enjoyable, and all the peer tutors love it.
Adam Stinson shows off his muscles for technician Stephanie Benson.
Joseph Serrano and technician Becca Byron
Monday, February 2, 2009
WELCOME Spring Journalism Class '09
The second semester journalism class. Front row, left to right: Rylee Vest, Robin Anderson.
Second row: Nicole Drake, Emily Regan and Kayla Price.
Third row: Sariah Morris, Autumn Hathaway and Halley Rencher.
Fourth row: Madie Dockstader, Jantzen Dalley and Kresslyn Knouse.
Back row: Kaydie Kerby, Kara Dunn, Andrew Farr and Makaiah Williams.
Maddi Dayton
SJHS Staff Writer
As the semester comes to a close for the fall journalism students at SJHS, a new door is opening for seventeen other students. These new journalism students will have the opportunity that only 23 others have had this year. They are getting a chance of a life time. They will have the opportunity to try a type of writing that is not taught in standard English classes, they will learn to be journalists.
“I think it will be fun,” said a student in second semester’s class. According to current journalism students the word fun is an understatement. “Journalism is not only educational but enjoyable at the same time. You get to learn and do something enjoyable all at once,” Brooke Caswell, a first semester journalism student, said. Many of the first semester students agree with Brooke’s statement.
“I just hope they get as much out of this class as I have,” Sarah Fawson reported. Sarah’s hopes will not be in vain because many future students like Jantzen Dalley, plan on learning “everything.” Others, like Autumn Hathaway, hope to find their “inner journalist.”
Journalism is a class that is great for students and that gives them skills that they’ll use their whole life. “I am excited to teach next semester’s group of students,” Ms. Tiffanie Miley said, and from the look of things next semester’s students are excited to be coming in.
Christy Burnett, Office Lady at SJHS
Mrs. Christy Burnett at SJHSJaqueline Fry
SJHS Staff Writer
Throughout Christy Burnett’s life, her work has involved schools, and her job this year at the SJHS is being an “Office Lady,” which she says that she loves, and she loves the students she is around.
Christy Burnett was born in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and she lived in Nebraska during her teenage years. She and her husband have five kids, one girl and four boys.
Mrs. Burnett loves SJHS and working here. “It’s my home away from home, and has great staff,” she says. “I love my job! I work with wonderful people and learn something new every day!”
Others enjoy Mrs. Burnett’s company as well. “She is always happy and positive,” Brenda Bales, school attendance secretary, said. Mrs. Burnett’s daughter, KateLyn Burnett agreed with Mrs. Bales, “She has a fun personality that is crazy, but good. I can just be myself with her.”
Mrs. Burnett works at the SJHS as the morning secretary, and she helps Mrs. Bales with the attendance. Her main responsibilities are to record and print off the morning enrichment lists, check in all of the substitute teachers, and answer the phone. “I take every little job very seriously and do it the best I can,” Mrs. Burnett explained.
Mrs. Burnett enjoys things like scrapbooking, organizing, and reading. Her favorite books are any Jane Austen books. She dislikes rude behavior and disorganization, and loves peace and harmony.
Aerobic Conditioning at SJHS
Abi Santiago
SJHS Staff Writer
Aerobic Conditioning is a fitness class where you work on your strength. The two teachers who teach this semester are Ms. Carrie Parker and Mrs. Katie Abrams. Ms. Parker teaches it first period and Mrs. Abrams teaches it fifth period. “I love to teach it! I love all the fitness classes that I teach,” Ms. Parker said.
In aerobics, students do a lot of work outs and they also work on their flexibility or stretching. They do steps, kick boxing, and for four to five minutes they do a warm up jog. “We do really good work outs, I like having it first period because it keeps me awake,” Leksi Rosenberg, an eighth grader in Ms. Parker’s first period Aerobics class, said.
At the beginning of the semester, the students do one exercise for two weeks. Then at the middle of the semester, they started to alternate everyday. “It gets my heart pumpin! We can chillax, but only a little. It’s pretty much an amazing class,” Erik Young, an eighth grader in Ms. Parker’s first period aerobics class, said. A new semester just started, which means new students get the exerience of Aerobic Conditioning.
SJHS Staff Writer
Aerobic Conditioning is a fitness class where you work on your strength. The two teachers who teach this semester are Ms. Carrie Parker and Mrs. Katie Abrams. Ms. Parker teaches it first period and Mrs. Abrams teaches it fifth period. “I love to teach it! I love all the fitness classes that I teach,” Ms. Parker said.
In aerobics, students do a lot of work outs and they also work on their flexibility or stretching. They do steps, kick boxing, and for four to five minutes they do a warm up jog. “We do really good work outs, I like having it first period because it keeps me awake,” Leksi Rosenberg, an eighth grader in Ms. Parker’s first period Aerobics class, said.
At the beginning of the semester, the students do one exercise for two weeks. Then at the middle of the semester, they started to alternate everyday. “It gets my heart pumpin! We can chillax, but only a little. It’s pretty much an amazing class,” Erik Young, an eighth grader in Ms. Parker’s first period aerobics class, said. A new semester just started, which means new students get the exerience of Aerobic Conditioning.
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