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FOUR - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday. March 5, 1997 Schools to Careers Program-a win-win situation Mini-grant program established HES Site North Central Oregon Regional designed the program to be flex Council holds By Lonnie Rill Strategies, a lottery-funded eco ible and easy to access, as well and April Hilton-Sykes nomic development program serv as being broad in scope. The pur meeting pose is to support new projects, Some members of the junior and senior classes in Heppner and lone high schools are trying something a little new They are participating in a work experience program that teaches them the responsibilities they need on the job One or two periods a day, four days a week, these kids are experiencing the working world through the Schools to Careers program "This is something that has always been done," said program organizer and Heppner High School teacher Greg Grant "It's not a new thing But it's a push to help our students attack an ever- changing and more diverse work place It's not as simple as it used to b e " Grant says that one of the goals of the program is to help curb the dropout problem and to "get as many kids as possible to experience something that will motivate them in the classroom " , "I was motivated to get involved in this," continued Grant "Because I saw how excited kids could get about school and work I've always been frustrated as a teacher when I've felt that students were completely disconnected with school So many kids can be alienated to the classroom and then I see them four or five years later-thev're turned on by something and return to college Another positive aspect of the program is that it teaches students how to become employable Business and industry have set standards, "employability skills", which schools can help impart to the students "Schools have been discouraged from teaching values and personality traits and I see the pendulum swinging back." said Grant. "Business and industry are telling us that without the right values and traits, it doesn’t matter how intelligent you are Without the proper values, you may not be a good employee." Grant says that he is extremely pleased with the community's acceptance of the program "The community's willingness to help educate these kids has been tremendous It really is about the community taking part in the development o f our youth We do a lot within these walls, but there is a lot that can be accomplished that is very powerful," said Grant "I couldn't be happier with the way people have been willing to help " And how do the kids feel about their work expenence? Robby Schultz, a senior at HHS, works with superv isor Nate Arbogast. who is a computer technician with the Morrow County School District (MCSD). Robby, who accompanies Arbogast all over the district, says that he learns more going out in the field than he does at school because he enjoys computers He says he intends to become a full time technician Lonnie Rill, also a senior at HHS, works at the Gazette-Times, Brandi Marshall (left) with Gardner’s Men’s Wear manager Sharia Snider ing Morrow, Gilliam, Grant, Sher man, Wasco and Wheeler coun ties, has established a new mini- grant program for the smallest communities in the region. This pilot program targets cit ies and unincorporated areas o f fewer than 1000 in population and special districts, associations, or non-profit organizations with an nual operating budgets o f under $50,000 or target service popula tions o f fewer than 1000. Grant amounts will range from $500- 5,000 in a wide range o f catego ries. The Regional Strategies Board facilities and activities in small ru ral areas, as well as enabling com munities to build their capacity and capability to develop and manage their projects, to use innovative common sense solutions and to access more resources for their communities. A simple one-page application form has been designed and is available to eligible applicants from all North Central cities and counties, or by calling the Regional Strategies office at (541) 575- 2786. Applications will be ac cepted beginning Saturday, March 1 . Tourism plan to be implemented Lonnie Rill writing articles for the Heppner JV and junior high sports teams and also about events at HHS and the community Lonnie says he has learned a lot about journalism, which he would like to eventually pursue HHS senior Brandi Marshall works at Gardner's Men's Wear as the marketing manager o f the HHS Wild Horse Club, an athletics club Brandi does purchasing and checks inventory She says she enjoys her co-workers and likes working outside of school because she gets much more of a "hands on experience" Some students have been involved with the program over a six to seven-week period Others have participated for a shorter time and some work after school and weekends Following are Heppner and lone students working in the community: David Michael-self employed janitorial service, U S. Post Office; Lindsey Waterland-Pioneer Memorial Hospital (PMH) office management. Rebecca Ward- Central Market Red Apple sales and inventory; Genny Sneddon- PMH assistant and HHS kitchen program; Brent Gundcrson- Morrow County Accounting Dept HHS treasurer; Brandi Marshall- Gardner's Men's Wear school wear marketing and sales; Ross Van Etta-Heppner Elementary School (HES) janitorial and maintenance. Katie Nichols-U.S Forest Serv ice (USFS) engineering; Dusty Rollis- Morrow County Grain Growers parts and sales; Josh Rov and Travis Wilhelm-USFS geographical information sy stem. Linsey Ropp-Pioneer Memorial Hospital (PMH) business administration; Traci Dickenson. HHS office management; Jerry Young-Wilde Ranches ag management; Lonnie Rill. Deana Hendricks-Gazette-Times reporters; Lori Moeller-Kinzua Corporation, HES; Nicole Van Etta-Kuhn, Spicer and Mills law firm; Mandi Gutierrez-Bank of Eastern Oregon; Josh Coiner-HHS associate athletic director; Stormi Howard-USFS office management; Justin Matteson- HHS; Damien Wilhelm-USFS maintenance, Chris Smith-HHS motor pool manager; Emmet Evans-Mahoney Ranches horse training and management; Miles Hill and Matt Baker-Mid- Columbia Bus Co. mechanic; Josie Proctor-Green Feed marketing and sales; Jeff Wilson-NAPA Auto Parts Store; Ryan Nevala- Ione Repair; Joe Bacon-lone High School associate athletic director; Kimmery Bur r i ght -PMH internship; Tiffanie Munkers- Munkers Farms ag management, Stephanie Haguewood-Murray Drugs internship; Cam Sweenev- Murray Drugs sales and merchandising; Phil Telechea-Les Schwab sales and serv ice; Christy Tavlor-PMH assistant, Andy Burt- A1 Burt construction; Jeff Watkins-Cal's BP Station; Katie Kenny, Jamie Perez, Jon Humphreys, Jon Blake- HES; Kara Miller-PMH physical therapy; Steve Alien-Morrow County Road Dept, Camie Crum- Beecher's Restaurant; David Gray- Yaw's Restaurant, Corey Breeding, John Looney-HHS; Matt Jepscn, Justin Nelson, Matt Van Liew, Jeff Sncddon-MCSD. » We Print Business Cards Gazette-Times ® REWARD The City of Heppner is offering a $100 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals responsible for vandalizing the Public Restrooms at City Park on Main Street on Saturday, March 1, 1997. HEPPNER Two-year implementation o f a marketing firm,and a tourism strategic plan for the six S e a t t l e - b a s e d tele counties of north central Oregon communications firm will begin through a contract Implementation will follow executed last week by the North strategies developed over the past Central Oregon Tourism Council. two years by the consulting team Under the contract, the Key implementation elements 12-member council and a include incorporation of the consulting team will focus their tourism council as a viable efforts on developing a stable organization to serve the six funding base for short and long counties, enhanced downtown term tourism activities in development, hospitality training Morrow, Gilliam, Grant, workshops, as well as Sherman. Wasco and Wheeler assessments and counties Funding for the project was recommendations for continued made possible by the North development of historical and attractions, visitor Central Regional Strategies cultural infrastructure, tour routes and board, which last year designated visitor systems in the region $70,000 from Oregon lottery The North Central Oregon proceeds for the two-year project Tourism Council is comprised of "We are enthused with this two representatives from each of project as it has unfolded thus the six counties and will be based far." said John Edmundson of in Fossil. Heppner. chairman of the six- Representatives include county tourism organization Edmundson and Bill Sharkey "One of the most important aspects of this project is to from Morrow County; BG Cain develop the stable funding base and Cassandra Flatt, Gilliam in order to sustain tourism efforts County; Tim Kimble and Sue in this region as we enter the next Newstetter; Grant County; Joe and john Weber. century, while preserving our Weber Sherman County; and Carrol culture and heritage " White and Jeannette Bondsteel. The council will work closely with the consulting team, which Wasco County Council meetings are open to consists of Mike Wetter of Michael Wetter & Associates, a the public The next meeting will Salem-based firm; Lyn Jensen of be held Thursday. March 13. at 9 OutPost Communications, based a m at the Round-Up Cafe in in Fossil; staff from the Oregon Condon For more information Lvn Jensen at Downt own Devel opment contact 541-763-2355. Asseciation, a Portland Heppner Elementary lists honor students Heppner Elementary School has released its second quarter honor roll. Following are students who qualify. Fifth Grade 3.50 - 4.00: Luke Murray, Danielle Looslie, Kaitlyn Sagely, Brooke Rust, Courtney Nelson, Kiel Naims, Stefanie Hanson Brian Haguewood, Lindsey Clough, 3.00-3.50-Matt Young, Jessica Westberg, Kory Degree of Honor plans meeting M em bers o f the D egree o f Honor Protective Association will meet for a dinner meeting Thurs day, March 6, at 6 p.m. at Kate’s Pizza, Heppner. Installation o f officers will be conducted by Nellie Henderson, state director o f Bend. Reserva tions are required and can be made by calling 676-9264. Stop by ® W right Chevrolet and you'll find APR Financing Available 3 .9 on the following vehicle lines: 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 1997 Chevrolet Astro Van Waterland, Brian Smith, Ariel Johnson, Aaron Griffith, Chelsea Bredemeier, Justin Botefuhr, Blake AUstott, Tiffany Piper, Chantea Macauley, Tanner Britt Sixth Grade 3.50-4.-Nicole Wilson, Doug Orwick, Marcy Miller, Lacey Matteson, Daniel Jepsen, all 4., Ashley Ward, Conor Kilkenny, Sibbea Jones, Rachel Howard, Cindy Gall, Sally Calvert, Jessie Kempas, Brad Adams, Donald Adams; 3.-3.50- Ben Turrell, Aleshia Geer, Trevor Rhea, Genia Grant, Jerry Shank, Jessica Kreiger, Calvin Farris. Heppner Elementary School (HES) teacher Linda Shaw presented the draft copies of new portfolios at the February meeting of the Heppner Elementary Site Council, She explained that the portfolios would be piloted at HES this year The council approved Jean Strange and Shaw's request for money to attend in-service meetings. Brian Smith and Brad Adams, representatives of the Heppner Middle School Student Council, werein attendance They presented the results of a survey taken among the middle school students concerning improvements that they would like to see on their playground areas if there was available money These areas will still be used for play grounds even after the new additions are made to the elementary building Among the most affordable items were a volleyball net on the tennis court, more basketball hoops, and a roof for the play deck The Parent's Club has money that they would like to see put to use on these projects It was derided that these projects could be implemented immediately with the av ailability of funds Tonia Adams agreed to contact the County Health Department regarding some confusion about required immunizations for students Twelve-year-old students are advised, but not required, to receive MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) boosters and 11 -year-old students are adv ised to receive Hepatitis B series immunizations These are not required at this time, however, students must have these upon entrance to college, and the issue is before the legislature to require these immunizations at the time of entering school Notification will be sent home with students from to let parents know what the situation is. The first draft of the school profile was presented and discussed Parents suggested that information about the number of students eating school lunches should be included in this profile The next meeting of the HES Site Council will be held on March 3 in the HES teachers' lounge at 6:30 p.m. The public is inv ited to attend these meetings C o m e Jo in U s F o r KARAOKE E v ery F rid ay 9 p .m .- 1 :3 0 a.in . O F F IC E TAVERN lone FOOT PAIN? J3S? Dr. Donald Carlson, A - podiatric fo o t and ankle specialist, will be a t th e Pioneer Memorial Clinic March 12 fo r the diagnosis and trea tm e n t of all fo o t problems. Call now 676-5504 or Hermiston Clinic 567-8750 Just What A Guy Need)... Mt. Rushmore Men's Belt Buckle Antiqued With 10k Gold Accent) Up to 60 Months And 4.8 APR Financing Available on the; 1997 Chevrolet Lumina U p to 60 M onths « 1887 Contact Police Chief Douglas Rathbun or City Manager Gary Marks at 676-9618 W right C hevrolet, In c . 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