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Decembers, 2012___________________________ _<»!« ^jJarthtttìt (©HsCttier_______________________ Page7 Jordan Calverley (from left), Fitsum Dejene, Meghana Rao, Ellen Walker, Sunjay Mouli, and Samir Shah are part o f a team o f Jesuit High School students who work with at-risk youth to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Big Science Buddies A Jesuit High School club called "Portland Junior Scientists" has won a second major grant in two years to support their work with at- risk youth to explore science, tech nology, engineering, and mathemat ics by guiding them through hands- on experiments. The group is comprised of stu dents Ellen Walker, Meghana Rao, Jillian Robinson, Fitsum Dejene, Tara Raizada, Sunjay M ouli, Jordan Calverley, Samir Shah, and Aijun Mouli, and moderated by Jesuit Leading Event Services Again The Oregon Convention Center is welcoming the return of Mark Williams as its director of event services after a two-year hiatus. Williams was first employed by the convention facility in 1995 as a lead utility worker and progressed through the organization. “M ark’s vast knowledge of the facility, the convention industry and the needs of our clients is a valuable asset to the convention center’s management team,” said OCC ex ecutive director Scott Cruickshank. “He is well-respected and well-liked by employees and customers alike. W e’re thrilled with his decision to return to the facility.” Williams most recently was busi ness operations manager for the science teacher Darrell Feebeck, Winning the Case Foundation’s Finding Fearless grant competition brings a $25,000 software donation from Microsoft and a $ 1,500 money grant to help them bring hands-on science to local elementary school children. Earlier this year, their project won an Internet election and a Pepsi Refresh Grant for $5,000. "We are so proud of our Portland Junior Scientists," says Principal Paul Hogan. "They are all stellar students who realize that their intel lectual gifts are meant to be shared. Their third and fourth grade stu dents adore their 'big science bud dies,' and the feeling is mutual." Chiropractic Auto Injury Clinic, PC Zchon R. Jones, DC 333 NE Russell St., #200, Portland, OR. 97212 (503) 284-7838 Truly making a difference in the lives of Auto Accident victims and Injured Workers for nearly 20 years. If you or someone you know has been in an accident, call us so we can help you with your needs. (503) 284-7838 We are lo c a te d on the c o m e r o f M L K a n d R ussell Street, on the second f lo o r above the coffee shop. Mark Williams Oregon Zoo and also managed sales for DWA Trade Show and Exposi tion Services. Parking .Area U 3N E Russell «200 p * E M CO < To Place Your Classified Advertisement Contact: Phone: 503-288-0033 Fax: 503-288-0015 e-mail: classifieds@portlandobserver.com Russell St s t c H 1 R O P R A C I 11 c A. O f RfHj
