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December 2009
SHS Announces 2009-2010 Sterling Scholars
Tue, 12/22/2009 - 14:35 | by carey.white
Twelve Springville High students have been named Sterling Scholars for 2009-2010. The students chosen will now go on to the state competition in February. The categories and the students chosen are:
Speech and Drama: Scott James, son of Richard and Judy James. Scott says, “When performing, you have a chance to become someone else, and see life through their eyes. It’s a kind of freedom, to forget about your own life… and live as your character.” To all you future performers out there, Scott says, “Shoot for the Moon, even if you miss, you still land among the stars.”
Mathematics: Calvin Clark, son of Evan and Corine Clark. Calvin enjoys math because it “gives me a chance to challenge myself and helps me to explore all the possibilities.” For all you math students out there, Calvin gives some advice, “Stay on top of your assignments and make sure you really understand everything.”
Art: Rachel Thompson, daughter of Daylor and Debi Thompson. When asked why she enjoys art she replied, “I’ve been drawing forever and I love how I can express myself through it. It is something that I love doing.” Rachel also gives the advice. “Persist, it requires self determination. It’s something that you don’t get a grade for how good you are, just be willing to go the extra mile."
Foreign Language: Mark Israelsen, son of Craig and Tammy Israelsen. About leaning Español, Mark says “I enjoy learning new words and phrases and being able to talk to people in a different language.” Mark also gives advice to “Keep trying and you’ll get it! You will surprise yourself how much you can learn. ¡Buen suerte! (Good luck!)”
Music: Ian Lowry, son of Phillip and Kristina Lowry. When asked what he likes about music, Ian said, “I love performing most of all. Performing music has given me the opportunity to reach out to others in a very unique kind of way.” Ian also advises that anyone who is interested in music should pursue those interests, because it is a “chance to express yourself freely.”
Computer Technology: John Call, son of Kelly and Patricia Call. John says, “Computers help all other fields grow. I love computers because they are a universal modern tool to all fields of study.” John also adds, “Do not stop learning about other subjects, especially math and science. Any knowledge you gain from other classes will make you a stronger technician.”
Social Sciences: Ryan Allred, son of Garth and Lynnae Allred. Ryan enjoys this subject because as he says, “I don’t enjoy learning for the sake of just learning. What I enjoy the most is the application of it. I like getting excited about the potential of an idea to help others.” Ryan also advises that people who study this subject should “work on having an interest in the well being of others.”
Family and Consumer Science: Chelsie Richey, daughter of Ron and Linda Richey. Chelsie loves making quilts, crocheting hats, knitting slippers, cooking, and decorating. Chelsie also said, “I plan to teach Family and Consumer Science to high school students.” Her advice is to work hard, be creative, and follow your dreams."
Dance: Megan Conrad, daughter of Paul and Camille Conrad. When asked what she liked about her area, Megan said, “Oh dance, dance, dance! I love being able to express myself.” Her advice to future dancers is, “Don’t give up, work hard, that’s the key!”
Trade & Technical Education: Rhett Crandall, son of Calvin and Kathryn Crandall. Rhett enjoys working in woodshop and welding classes and loves building all kinds of projects. He says, “Keep those grades up and work hard in all your classes.”
Business and Marketing: Chelsie Murdock, daughter of Philip and Dawn Murdock. Chelsie enjoys meeting new people and learning how companies work. She says, “Give business a try! It can be a ton of fun and help you a lot in life.”
English: Jefferson McClain, son of Bert and Carolyn McClain. Jefferson says, “English is a subject that encompasses all other subjects; Math, Science, and History.” Jefferson also encourages us to “think, English is about thinking clearly.”
Way to go all Sterling Scholars! Congratulations on your great achievements, and good luck at the State Competition.
Musical Musings
Tue, 12/22/2009 - 14:27 | by carey.white
Singers perform at SHS Music Christmas Assembly Tuesday Dec 22
On December 22, Springville High enjoyed a variety of music from The SHS Folk Ensemble, Concert Choir, and Jazz Band. Folk Ensemble opened playing classic Christmas songs, country style. Students and teachers alike applauded after the group played their traditional song, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” Audience members were then treated to the dancing of Concert Choir’s first song, “For We Need a Little Christmas.” Afterwards, they sang two songs about the true meaning of Christmas, then it was on to the Jazz Band. Everyone enjoyed the relaxed beat and steady solos of the Jazz Band. All together, the student body and the staff of SHS enjoyed spending their last day being lulled by the performer’s love of music.
“The Stranger”
Tue, 12/22/2009 - 14:06 | by carey.white
Karen Sumsion (top-left), Emma Ash (bottom-left), Emma Daybell (top-right), and Jessica McEntire (bottom-right) perform as “Villagers” in the Oakridge-SHS Student Council PlayThe production of the Oakridge-SHS student council Christmas play went exceptionally well. The play was named “The Stranger” a story of when everything with Christmas is going wrong and the villagers have no idea what to do, a stranger comes to town and helps them realize that they are able to save Christmas all on their own.
The play was written, directed, and produced by SHS student council member Annie Shoemaker. Students from SHS student council and student body paired up with friends from the Oakridge School to learn lines and spend time learning about each other.
Connor Snyder (Senior Class President) said,
“I played one of the villagers in the Oakridge Christmas Play. It was an awesome experience to be with all of these kids and see the very unique personalities that each of them have. It was a lot of work and a lot of sacrifice, but I got so much more out of it than anything I gave up. These kids are awesome and have really blessed my life and reminded me that serving people tends to help you more than anything.”
This is the fourth year that SHS has taken the opportunity to work with the wonderful students from Oakridge.
Springville Cross Country performs well at Footlocker West Regional
Tue, 12/08/2009 - 15:48 | by carey.white
Each December, the Springville Red Devil Cross Country team packs up and heads out to Walnut, California, for the Footlocker Cross Country West Regional. This well-known race draws runners from all over the western United States who come to compete in one of the most competitive and prestigious cross country meets in the nation. The meet is actually separated into twelve races, as runners are split into different races based on their grade and gender, but all run on the same 5k course.
This year, the Red Devils represented Springville well with their excellent performances in the race. In the boy’s freshman/sophomore race, Ty Shields ran 18:42 and placed 54th out of over 300 runners, with Tyler Ercanbrack just behind him in 58th place and Tyler Baker also in race. The boy’s junior race had Matt Brown who came in 133rd out of 259, and Daniel Jones not far behind. Andy Shields and Mark Israelsen both raced in the senior race, with Shields finishing in 17:26, 24th out of 214 runners, and Israelsen coming in 76th place.
The Red Devils also had Joseph Christensen in the seeded race, which is the top race and determines who will go to the national competition. Christensen finished in 17:06, and came in 92nd place against some of the fastest runners in nation.
On the girls’ side, Alyssa Payne came in 126th out of 208 in the freshman/sophomore girls’ race, with Hannah Nelson and Katelyn Boyer close behind. In the girls’ junior race, Hannah Lutz ran 21:15 and came in 23rd out of 176 runners with Bri Barnes finishing in 94th place, with Jennifer Luther and Erin Bailey not far behind. The girls’ senior race included Libby Jensen and Danielle Bodily, with Jensen placing 70th out of 134 girls. Way to go Red Devils!
2009 Choir Dinner
Tue, 12/08/2009 - 15:40 | by carey.whiteThis year’s choir dinner was a success. There were many fun songs from Christmas movies both sung and danced to by all of the members in the SHS Choral Department.
