November 2016

Seventh Graders, how are you liking SJHS?

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:11

Ever wonder how the seventh graders are liking being in junior high? Since this is their first year in Junior High, it is a big difference from being in Elementary School.

Josh Larson said that he likes the junior high a lot better than Elementary. His favorite part about school is P.E. and Science. He says that he loves P.E. and that science is fun. Josh likes having a locker, sometimes. Josh got it lucky this year because he says that his classes are really easy to get to.

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Article by Sakari Duvall

They’re Not Just Knights, They’re Super Knights!

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:08

Here at Springville Jr. High, we are all knights.  However, some of us go above and beyond and become Super Knights!  According to the student handbook, Super Knights must be “an effective communicator, responsible citizen and successful learner.”  Recently, we had an assembly awarding the Super Knights for the months September and October.  The Super Knights for those months are; Cheyenne Young, Adam Ferrin, Arianie Perez-Diaz, McKay Dalley, Katie Jackson, Monte Taylor, Sarah Hubbard, Isaac Miles, Anna Bird, Victor Chavez, Abby Carlton, and Matt Johnson.

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Article by Kelby Jeppson

Undefeated 9th Grade Football

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:07

Who’s undefeated this 2016 fall season? Springville’s 9th grade football team! A lot of the players have been playing for most of their life. They put in a lot of hard work to come out on top. All in all playing against all the teams was really fun. They have some great coaches, family members and inspirational idols for their support system. They enjoy playing against their rivals, Salem. The last game they played in which they earned the title of being undefeated the score was 47-7 with the win!

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Article by Jocelynn Garner

Bilingual Students

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:04

We have a variety of bilingual students at Springville Junior High, which is definitely a plus for our school.  It gives us a pop of diversity.  I talked to about four student who all shared the same first and second language.

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Article by Trina Wilson

Latinos in Action are in Action

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:02

 

Did you know that here at Springville jr High School we have a program called Latinos In Action? Students here at SJHS take the class and seem to really enjoy it.

The purpose of Latinos in Action is to “help others, make the Latino community stronger, prepare for college and to be a better leader,” said the Latino in Action members.

Members of Latinos in Action play a big role in our school. Latinos in Action plan the school's special events. That’s not all they do, they also go out and tutor kids at an elementary who need help.

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Article by Jaquelin Tlatenchi

Girls' Basketball Tryouts

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 11:00

The 9th grade girls had basketball tryouts at SJHS on November 7th and the 8th. SJHS has a boy’s and girl’s basketball team, but today we are just focusing on the girls' tryouts. It is always exciting to watch basketball especially if you're a fan, so let's dig in.

According to Sage Bowers she’s trying out “ to get in shape for softball, and I like being on a team.” Also, Onikah Locklear said that she thinks it’s really fun, and she want’s to be on a school team. Carlitta Davenport said “ I like it and I have been playing since 3rd grade.”

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Article by Hailey Gabbitas

Meet Mr. Shields!

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 10:23

Mr. Shields is a U.S. History teacher at Springville Junior High School. Lots of people know him, but there are some that don’t. In this article, we’re going to find out a little bit more about him. For people who don’t know him, here’s your chance to find out. And for those that do know him, maybe you’ll learn something new.

This year, it is Mr. Shields 30th year of teaching. He has taught at many other schools besides SJHS. Some of these schools include TH Bell Junior High in Ogden, Morgan High School in Morgan, and Payson Junior High. He was at TH Bell for 7 years, Morgan High for 8 years, and Payson for 5 years. He has been with Springville Junior High for 10 years.

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Article by Brenna Carlton

DAY OF THE “WALKING” DEAD

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 10:20

 

No this article is not about the premiere of the ‘Walking Dead’. If it was I’m sure those of you who watched it would cry right now. Sorry Glen, you'll have to come back in a different article!

This is about the day of the dead. Halloween has just barely rolled over SJHS and on account of that Mrs.Edman has started her tradition of Day of the Dead. She finished up her decorations on Monday and we have some pictures of the classes amazing work. From hand made paper flowers to learning more about the mexican culture, this is a great way to celebrate this holiday.

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Article by Anya Keil

Now is the Time to Give Thanks!

Submitted by tara.pina on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 10:03

Christmas is coming up and everyone seems to be talking about it, but do you know what is coming up before Christmas?  Thanksgiving is!  We celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday in November and it is a nationally recognized holiday.  Thanksgiving has been celebrated ever since 1893.  It is a time to give thanks, spend time with family and friends, and to eat lots of good food, especially turkey!

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Article by Kelby Jeppson