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tate championships are nothing new at Bingham. The high school has added another prize to its trophy case. The girls basketball team capped a strong state tournament with a 46-41 victory over Copper Hills in the title game, played Feb. 23. The Miners won four playoff games over a six-day span, holding each opponent to less than 43 points. The suffocating defense wasn’t surprising; Bingham allowed just 45.8 points per game all season. Winning the state title was the culmination of another successful season for the program. Head coach Charron Mason was thrilled with the accomplishment. It was Bingham’s first state title since 2007. “It’s awesome!” Mason said of the victory and state crown. “It’s so amazing and fun. There are so many emotions. It was an incredible week with positive energy; it made every game fun. Winning the championship was a dream come true. It was a cool achievement for the players. They worked hard for it.” Winning the top prize in Class 6A helped ease some wounds from last season when the Miners came up short in the state championship game against Fremont. The victory over Copper Hills also avenged a loss to the Miners’ West Jordan neighbors from earlier this season when Bingham narrowly lost 53-51 on Dec. 5. In the final state tournament contest, the Miners jumped out to an 11-3 lead at the end of the first quarter, making it difficult for Copper Hills to get into its offense. Things tightened up from there, as the Grizzlies responded with a 14-8 run in the second to cut Bingham’s halftime advantage to 19-17. In the third quarter, the Miners allowed nine points and
scored 14 of its own to increase their lead to 33-26 heading into the final six minutes of play. From there, Bingham showed poise and composure to capture the championship trophy. “We wanted to play tough defense at state,” Mason said. “We had to get better. The girls worked hard at state and held teams to less than they were averaging. We made good steps as a team.” Senior star Maggie McCord made the game difficult for Copper Hills. She had 25 points, six rebounds and four assists in the contest. She picked a great time to tie her season high in scoring. No one else reached double figures in scoring, though Madison Jones tallied six points and seven rebounds to go with a pair of steals. “The feeling was different this year,” Mason said. “The girls has positive energy and wanted to play for each other. We hit free throws down the stretch. The girls didn’t act rattled. They were confident.” Bingham took first in Region 4 with a 7-1 record. In the playoffs, the Miners reached the title game with a first-round victory over Layton, 66-40; a quarterfinals win over Taylorsville, 63-39; and a narrow victory over Fremont in the semifinals, 46-42, getting revenge from last year’s championship contest loss. The Miners lost six games in non-region play, but Mason wasn’t worried. She purposefully scheduled some difficult games because she knew it would get her squad ready for the rigorous league slate and the postseason. “We had had a challenging season altogether,” she said. “The preseason set us up for Region 4. It taught us how to compete. Every game was challenging; we couldn’t take a day
off. Region 4 helped prepare us for state.” Mason has to replace McCord, who averaged 17.5 points per game this season. However, the Miners will have plenty of experience and talent in 2019–20. Juniors Jaycee Lichtie, Ameleya Angilau and Samantha Holman, who each averaged more than seven points per game, all come back next season. Jones and Kasia Higgins will also return for their senior seasons.
Bingham players hoist the Class 6A championship trophy following their 46-41 win over Copper Hills on Feb. 23. (Photo by Pat McDonald)
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past three years and the event sells out each time. “We do a lot of the events at LiveDAYBREAK,” said Daybreak resident Gus Rucker. “We live right here in the neighborhood, and we like to attend as many as we can. We love the Luau, the Farmers Market and, of course, this one.” Daybreak’s Wine Club is one of the largest clubs in the community. While many of their events cater to families and children, they try to have a diverse set of events that
are also geared to adults only. With Daybreak’s growth comes increasing diversity, and LiveDAYBREAK is eager to continue finding ways to embrace and enhance that diversity. The organization designs its events to align with a set of five valuable pillars which is the basis for what they strive to do: connecting, lifelong learning, embracing arts and diversity, healthy living and giving back. “A wine-focused event naturally has a fun element in it, but we also incorporated education/tasting stations to this year’s event to include the lifelong learning pillar” Said Melanie Gauci, recreation manager for LiveDAYBREAK. “Residents have come to love the wine events, and tickets always sell out quickly.” Each wine event has been given a different wine region for its focus. The first year, the event covered European wines; the second was a “Down Under” edition (Australia, New Zealand and South Africa), and this year was South America. Along with wines and education stations, the event offered food, live music and décor from South America. The event has evolved from simply wine tasting to wine education as well, in which they bring in experts to share details about wines from around the world. The Wasatch Academy of Wine, LLC, was present to ed-
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n February, contaminated water in Sandy City caused a massive amount of concern for its residents, not just for those who had been drinking the water but the manner in which many felt city leaders let them down by not communicating with them sooner. Once city officials decided to let the community know, it created an entirely different set of issues; not everyone received the emergency alerts city leaders said they sent to everyone in the affected area. So, what does that mean? It means that officials in Utah cities and counties as well as in the state all have ways in which they notify the community of an emergency. If you are not signed up for those alerts, you could miss out on very important information. Tami Moody, spokesperson for Herriman City, said one of the challenges of having a community that is prepared for emergencies is ensuring the members of the community are able to receive that information. “Herriman City offers an alert system that allows residents to sign up for emergency alerts and other important community news,” Moody said. “Our program enables the city to provide critical information quickly for various situations such as severe weather, evacuations, law enforcement issues and fire alerts. Moody said signing up for an alert system allows the community to receive information faster which can be critical in some situations. “When time is of the essence, sending the information directly to someone’s phone provides more people will receive the notification and be able to respond,” said Moody. “Currently, Herriman City has more than 950 people signed up to receive emergency alerts, and more than 1,200 have signed up to receive various alerts regarding City information.” Herriman has just under 40,000 residents, according to the United States Census Bureau. A list of state, county and city resources are listed below for those wishing to make sure they can be notified in case of any emergency.
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County. Located in West Valley City, VECC is a consolidated 9-1-1 dispatch center that serves all communities in Salt Lake County with the exception of Salt Lake City and Sandy City. The service provides a way to send telephone, SMS text and email notifications regarding emergency situations or critical public safety information directed toward those that are impacted by, or in danger of being impacted by, an emergency or disaster and delivers information and instructions regarding emergencies, disasters or critical information under the authority of the responding agencies. To register your information for alerts from VECC, please visit vecc9-1-1.com/ voip-registration/. Bluffdale City You can sign up for emergency alerts through the Bluffdale City Website bluffdale. com/list.aspx. There are also city social media accounts for Bluffdale which use the alerts. If available, information will be given there at www.facebook.com/bluffdalecity/ (Bluffdale State of Utah City, Utah) and twitter.com/bluffdalecity (@ You can sign up for any state emergenbluffdalecity). cies such as Amber Alerts, Earthquake, Fire, Air Quality, Consumer Recall and Protec- Herriman City To register for the text/email alert systion Alerts. Heath, travel, traffic and wildlife tem, you can go to public.govdelivery.com/ alerts are also available. You can sign up for any of the alerts you accounts/UTHERRIMAN/subscribers/qualfeel best fit your need at https://www.utah. ify. For social media communications, resigov/alerts/. dents can follow Herriman City on Facebook Salt Lake County and Twitter at facebook.com/HerrimanCity/ Salt Lake Valley Emergency Commuand /twitter.com/HerrimanCity (@herrinications Center has instituted a regional mancity). emergency notification system for Salt Lake They also use the reverse 911 system to
notify residents of emergencies in their area. Riverton City Residents can subscribe to the email service at rivertoncity.com/subscribe. For push alerts, you can download the Riverton Connect mobile app at rivertoncity.com/app. For social media communications, residents can follow Riverton City on Facebook and Twitter at facebook.com/rivertoncityutah and twitter.com/rivertoncity (@ rivertoncity). For more information about emergency notifications, go to rivertoncity.com/departments/communications/emergency-notifications.php. Texting Service where residents can optin will soon be available. South Jordan There’s a reverse 911 system in the city to notify people directly. To make sure your phone number is registered, please visit www.vecc9-1-1.com/voip-registration/. South Jordan will be putting together a campaign to get people signed up for the 911 alerts they have. City leaders said they use Ipaws (www. fema.gov/integrated-public-alert-warning-system) and post on their social media accounts: Facebook (www.facebook.com/ cityofsouthjordan/) and Twitter (twitter.com/ SouthJordanUT) @southjordanUT. City leaders also said they will try to get the information out through their local law enforcement and through radio and television news outlets. South Jordan officials will be putting together a campaign to get people signed up for the 911 alerts they have.
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Salt Lake Valley’s epic pranksters show us ‘how to April Fools’ By Jennifer J. Johnson | j.johnson@mycityjournals.com
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rom placing a pair of live lobsters in the glove box of a paramour’s car to endorsing their boss as a disco-loving ninja on a global career website, to punking fans of the third-largest professional sports league in the world, Utahns know how to April Fools. The City Journals wanted to get up close and personal with some of the pranksters and the pranked in a sort of hall of fame. Look forward to hearing more of your stories, in the comments and for next-year’s piece. Food and fools: Lobsters, an imposter waiter, and under-the-table pranking Long-time radio and web celebs Todd Collard and Erin Fraser (“Todd and Erin”) involve one particular type of food, lobster, as an ongoing April Fools’ staple. One year, Todd, recalls, he actually placed the lobsters in the glove box of Erin’s car. There were no fatalities to report. Rather, the frenetic lobster game is part of the ongoing love affair of Salt Lake City area’s longest on-air-turned-over-web morning personalities. The imposter waiter… Dean Pierose is owner of Cucina wine bar, restaurant, and deli in The Avenues neighborhood of Salt Lake City. Pierose is long-term best friends with comedian Pat Mac. An April Fools’ prank provided the perfect opportunity for Pierose to meet his best friend’s wife. But a simple meet-and-greet is not Pierose’s style. Instead, Pierose convinced a fellow restaurant owner to let him stand in and wait the table that Mac and his wife occupied the night of April 1, 2011. Prepped about the woman being a teacher and her having attended the University of Idaho, the imposter waiter set out to be as insulting as possible, first complaining that the table’s former customers, “who must have been teachers,” stiffed him for a tip. On another visit by the table, Pierose slammed the University of Idaho, the woman’s alma mater, making fun of the college’s “Joe the Vandal” mascot, and identifying himself as identifying with the rival “Broncos” of Boise State. “He hit every button he could, to set her off,” laughed Mac. “Dean is a master prankster.” A little Disney’ll do ya, on April Fools Disney Channel actor, writer, and voice talent Jerry Straley just celebrated 30 years with Disney. “My goal is to make 10 million people laugh,” he shared. Straley estimates his role on the “Good Luck, Charlie” sitcom got him about halfway there, with more than five million views of the sitcom’s four seasons. Holladay-dwelling Straley routinely pokes fun at the area’s wealthy, and says
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When not loving on her husband and on-air/over-internet personality Todd Collard, Erin Fraser’s go-to food is lobster. Not surprisingly, Todd has turned it into an April Fools’ go-to that enhances the couple’s relationship. (Photo Credit: ToddandErinDailyStream.com)
April Fools’ jokes include replacing upscale Grey Poupon whole-grain mustard with plain-yellow mustard at hoity-toity Holladay restaurants and making early-morning prank calls, indicating peoples’ butlers are taking the day off. Getting paid ‘under the table’ Saralynn White, a Cottonwood Heights copywriter and creative director/chief storyteller/owner of Salty Dog Marketing, recalls hijinks from now-defunct, but ever epic ad agency Dahlin Smith White. “They taped a sandwich under his desk and it started to reek,” she recalled, “but he couldn’t find what was smelling up the place because of where it was.” Writing the April Fools’ playbook Writer White has not only been pranked, but has pranked upon. One year, colleagues posted “disco” and “ninja” expertise as some of her unique skills on the LinkedIn professional website, comprising 500 million members globally. Professional colleagues of White can still find these skills on her profile today. Another year, White could not get her computer to respond to her keystrokes. Absolutely frustrated at the technological stalemate, she dialed in corporate 911 – the IT or information technology department. Who she credits as “ingenious” colleagues had taken a screenshot of her computer desktop. Pranksters made it so that every keystroke the increasingly frustrated White entered did nothing more than ping a static image, doing absolutely nothing to engage the computer’s functionality. April Fools’ Day: A Team Sport For the Utah Jazz franchise, April Fools’ Day has been good to the Jazz, with the team winning 65 percent of the games played April 1 over the past 33 years, including last year’s 121-97 blowout over the Minnesota Timberwolves. This year, at 7 p.m. on April 1, the Jazz
square off against the Charlotte Hornets in hometown Vivint Arena. The team’s best prank came a few years ago, in 2015, when the Jazz punked fans, commentators, and even readers of the National Basketball Association by launching a new “look-and-feel” three-quarter-length pant. The news went official, with a mock press release and photo featuring Rudy Gobert (27) and Derrick Favors (15). April Fools’ DNA Brothers Jamison and Truman Carter grew up with their prank-playing family first in the Avenues and then Herriman. The two now reside in Salt Lake’s Marmalade neighborhood. The brothers recall stories of their mother’s receiving an April Fools’ Day bouquet of already-dead flowers from high-end florist Every Blooming Thing. Knowing that the bouquet likely cost her then-husband at least $50, their mother called in to complain. Right at that moment, while on the phone ripping the prank-engaging florists who were emphatically denying her description of the bouquet, an incredibly stunning, much bigger and more expensive arrangement arrived from Every Blooming Thing, with the same delivery person. Order restored. The Carter sons were pranked themselves, waking up one April Fools’ morning to a breakfast of meatloaf, gravy, and mashed potatoes. Luckily they tried the odd meal. Their mother, this time, was the prankster, having made Rice Krispie treat “meatloaf” with butterscotch “gravy” and ice-cream “potatoes.” And regarding our last set of pranks? Confession time: I am the mother of the Carters, recipient of dead bouquets, and chef of dreamy April Fools’ breakfasts. Even though it sounds like it could be, that is not a prank. Happy April Fools’ Day, Salt Lake County!
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A University of Utah student created this mosaic of the beauty in women’s diversity. International Women’s Day was celebrated around the world and across Salt Lake Valley on March 8. The University of Utah turned it into a week-long celebration. (Photo Tina Dirmyer/University of Utah)
engagement, and idea sharing,” shared Jessica Lynne Ashcraft, cochair for the event and associate director for student leadership and involvement at the U. Ashcraft indicated 200-plus women attended the event, “due to the wonderful range of topics presented and the excitement to engage on topics that are so salient for women right now.” Women in international business as a theme… World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) leveraged one of its trademark strengths — partnering — to commemorate International Women’s Day, and, like the U of U, made the celebration into a full week of activities, versus just a day. On March 8, WTC Utah co-hosted a sold-out luncheon, in collaboration with the Women’s Business Center of Utah and the Salt Lake Chamber.
“WTC Utah would like to be a part of the solutions that address the challenges facing women as they pursue global economic opportunities,” said Suzette Alles, chief operating officer of WTC Utah. “Increasing international trade, and supporting women in their efforts to do so, helps companies grow, create wealth and become more resilient. This, in turn, bolsters economies on a local, national and global level.” … And as an honor and an inspiring thought of global contribution. March 7, the day before the official day of commemoration, WTC participated in the 10th-annual Women in International Business Conference. This power-packed day included perspectives from 30 business, government, and education leaders representing various facets of Utah’s diverse economy.
At the half-day conference, Dr. Mary Beckerle, CEO of the Huntsman Cancer Institute, was named International Woman of the Year. In her role at Huntsman, Beckerle oversees a cancer research laboratory focused on fundamental cell biology and Ewing sarcoma, a type of bone cancer that typically affects children and young adults. All that, an incredibly important role, and yet, Beckerle shared with City Journals deeper insight into the awesome responsibility and opportunity she and other women and men like her bear. “I believe that cancer researchers have a role in advancing global partnerships and understanding,” she observed. “In a sense, we serve as volunteer diplomats as we travel the world to share our results and work together to advance human health.”
More than a day, or even a week… a month? Women Techmakers Salt Lake and Miss Nations of the World both identified March 23 as the day for their respective International Women’s Day Celebration event. The Women of the World held its ninth annual fashion show just a few days before the official date. Snowy weather on March 8 scrubbed or severely limited celebratory efforts from Sandy’s Miller Center to downtown Salt Lake’s Capitol demonstration. Regardless of the stormy weather, the message at all events was clear. Women — and girls — are to be encouraged, mentored, and celebrated all day, all week, all month, all year, whether officially or unofficially.
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‘Our little fighter’ Once given zero percent chance of survival, SoJo toddler finally home after 3 years in NICU By Jennifer Gardiner | j.gardiner@mycityjournals.com
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ariah Donovan is not your ordinary 3 year old. In fact, many would say she has been more than extraordinary since the day she was born. Weighing only 1 pound 6 ounces when she entered the world on Sept. 13, 2015, Zariah, who after being given a zero percent chance of survival, came home after spending three years and four months in the hospital. Zariah started her journey after being born at just 23 weeks. No one knew at the time, but her tiny little body was about to conquer the struggle of a lifetime and inspire thousands of people across the world. When she was born, doctors told Zariah’s parents, Shawn Donovan and V. Thipsouvan of South Jordan, their daughter only had a 15 percent chance of survival and faced the possibility of a plethora of medical issues including, among other things, blindness, hearing loss and cerebral palsy. Zariah’s father said the last three years have been a roller coaster. “Our little fighter has endured and conquered many trials over the last three years,” he said. “She has triumphed over heart surgery at three weeks of age, pneumonias, 12 blood transfusions, sepsis and lung collapse.” Despite being told numerous times that Zariah was not going to make it, she continued to push through every obstacle. But in 2016, Zariah’s parents were given the devastating news their little girl had the worst case of chronic lung disease the hospital had seen, and her chance of survival was zero percent in Utah. In a move that would end up saving Zariah’s life, Shawn gave up his career to be with his daughter around the clock while V. stayed back in Utah to take care of their other daughter, Raven. Now hundreds of miles away in Columbus, Ohio, Zariah’s condition started to improve. “Zariah went from a medically paralyzed and sedated baby to a smiling, interactive and thriving child,” said Shawn. “This 1,700-mile move gave Zariah a 96 percent chance of survival.” In December, Zariah and her family were told it was finally time for her to start her next journey, home to Utah. Although it would be a challenge to make the transition, with a plan in place, Zariah made her way to Primary Children’s Hospital, where she stayed until February. Then, after 1,237 days, her family was finally home together for the
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but with help from friends, family, neighbors and from the church we have been able to stay strong through this transition.” The journey has not come without its fair share of costs, however. Medical bills, therapy and having to convert their home into their own NICU has been costly. For anyone wishing to help, there is a GoFundMe (www. gofundme.com/ZariahStrong) where the family continues to provide updates on Zariah’s progress. Those interested in following her journey can also follow them at www. facebook.com/ZariahStrong. Zariah continues to show the world her strength and her father says her perseverance has been life-changing to so many. “We are so blessed to call her our daughter. Her light and strength lifts us up during the unbearable moments,” said Shawn. “She has reminded us to treasure and celebrate every moment. We know in our heart that she can overcome anything. We continue to witness miracles daily.”
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‘Think Regionally, Act Locally:’ Southwest Mayors turn crisis into long-term planning By Jennifer J. Johnson | J.Johnson@mycityjournals.com
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his past summer, the high-density Olympia Hills development proposal outraged Herriman residents. They were concerned about additional stress on already overburdened transit corridors and a host of other concerns. Mayors of Riverton, West Jordan, Herriman and Copperton Township, joined in an 11th-hour discussion of the impact of the proposed development. They vetted concerns, shared data and issued a joint press release, beseeching the Salt Lake County Council to not approve the developer’s request for zoning changes to allow for the high-density development. As is the case in a solutions-oriented, optimistic point of view, the problem served as a springboard for solutions, among them, greater synergy among the mayors and the communities they represent. “Southwest Quadrant” has become a newly-branded aspect of the Salt Lake Metropolitan area and “Southwest Quadrant Mayors Council” has emerged as a voice in regional planning. “If you never look at where a community is going in total, you may end up in a place you don’t want to be,” said Ted Knowlton, deputy director of the Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) and president of the Utah Chapter of the American Planning Association. “That’s why the local governments are coming together—to strategically determine how to shape that future.” Southwest Quadrant Mayors Council and its caucus.
West Jordan Mayor Jim Riding is shown discussing the city’s transit-oriented development (TOD) co-located with the Jordan Valley Hospital as part of a YouTube video campaign by the Utah League of Cities and Towns. (Photo Courtesy: Utah League of Cities and Towns)
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“Think Regionally, Act Locally” is South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey’s mantra. (Photo Courtesy: Utah League of Cities and Towns)
The communities of Bluffdale and South Jordan are also among those represented on the Southwest Mayors Caucus, bringing the total of communities represented to six According to Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs, synergies among the communities is an immediate outcome. Staggs indicated that throughout the 45 days of the Utah Legislature, the group of mayors met every Monday with legislators that represent their communities. “That had never happened before,” Staggs said. Now that the legislative session has concluded, the mayors are continuing with their newfound glue, having convened as a group the first Thursday after the end of the legislative session. Historic synergy “This is unprecedented, as historically, there has not been a group consisting of mayors representing this many cities, working together for the greater regional good,” observed South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey. Cameron Diehl, executive director of the Utah League of Cities and Towns (ULCT), agrees with Ramsey. “This certainly is a historic moment for the Southwest Valley,” he said. “They’re engaged at a very productive level. They are taking things to the next level.” Ramsey noted the mayoral synergies may have benefitted by the fact that five of the six mayors were completely new to their positions 16 months ago. Such newness and fresh perspectives can unlock unique strategies and tactics.
Among those unique ideas include the Southwest Quadrant Mayors Council’s (SQMC) decision to raise $250,000 to develop a shared growth strategy for the region. The mayors have pooled resources to apply for funding from Salt Lake County and from the WFRC. The work is paying off—literally. The SQMC has already been awarded $100,000 by county leaders to conduct transportation studies. Results of the $125,000 grant request from WFRC were not available at press time. However, the communities indicate they have already committed an additional $25,000 from their own coffers. “We want to think regionally and act locally, and we support legislation that encourages wise comprehensive planning measures, while still allowing cities the flexibility to determine the way we grow,” said Ramsey. Southwest Quadrant: building the brand through communication. Guiding growth is essential, for regions and communities. Long before plans for the Inland Port surfaced, planners, developers and valley residents at large have become familiar with Salt Lake’s “Northwest Quadrant” and have discussed how to balance the area’s ecological and development potential. Word is now beginning to get out about the other side of the valley—the Southwest Quadrant. “I like their branding of this area,” Knowlton said. “It is positive for people to begin thinking of the Southwest Quadrant as
a distinct, rich part of the overall metropolitan area.” ULCT afforded an opportunity for additional synergy and communication. During the legislative session, ULCT decided to issue daily or even twice-a-day YouTube videos, reminding legislators and the public about what it sees as cities’ commitments to mindful infrastructure planning for Utah’s continuing, explosive growth. The response from the Southwest Quadrant Mayors was robust. About 25 percent of the video contributions from cities across the state came from representatives of the Southwest Quadrant. “The southwest mayors have tried to publicize their specific growth concerns,” Diehl said. “They have been successful at raising awareness.” Thinking regionally, then communicating and acting locally in ULCT YouTube videos. West Jordan Mayor Jim Riding participated in two videos, touting the city’s transit-oriented development (TOD) co-located with the Jordan Valley Hospital, and also spoke to mixed-use development at Gardner Village, and plans for a walkable community at Jordan Landing. Staying true to her “Thinking Regionally and Acting Locally” theme, Ramsey specifically called out the concept of Southwest Quadrant and indicated she is “really proud of the fact that we are working hard, together, to figure that out.” Herriman Councilwoman Nicole Martin spoke to what she deems Herriman’s successes in providing “a spectrum” of housing types to meet resident needs. Martin’s colleague Councilman Clint Smith participated in three videos, covering everything from transportation infrastructure to trails systems for recreation. Staggs participated in three videos, speaking to the Southwest Quadrant and to Riverton’s own growth issues. Staggs also took the lead in inking an editorial referring to the Southwest Quadrant and discussing transportation issues in a local newspaper. Other SQMC members joined in signing their names and those of their cities to the piece. More Southwest Quadrant Mid-last month, a modified Olympia Hills project re-emerged on elected officials’ and residents’ plates. Residents were invited to study revived project plans and comment. This time around, the forward-thinking SQMC has proposed visioning and transportation studies in the works, to help frame decisions about that and other developments. To watch videos from the Southwest Quadrant and other areas across the state, check out the ULCT’s YouTube channel.
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USA wrestling holds fourth girls state championship By Greg James | gregj@mycityjournals.com
At a recent Granite School District junior high wrestling meet several girls, like Angie Magana, competed in coed wrestling matches. (Greg James/City Journals)
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irls wrestling is catching on around the state. The fourth annual girls state championship was held Feb. 2 at Telos High School in Orem where Kearns High School went home with a state title. “It is awesome to do something that other girls don’t; it feels really cool,” Kearns sophomore Saibyn Newell said. “Most girls are scared of this, but I am just a wrestler. My coaches cheer for me just like any other wrestler—no special treatment or anything.” As a non-sanctioned sport, the Utah
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High School Activities Association does not oversee girls wrestling. The athletes participate on coed teams throughout their high school seasons. This is the fourth season USA wrestling has sponsored the girls-only event. “It is cool to wrestle,” Newell said. “I started in eighth grade. My older brother wrestled and so did my brother-in-law. I just got interested. It has been a sport in our family, so I thought I would try it.” Sage Mortimer, from ALA High School in Spanish Fork, made history by becoming
the first girl to place at a men’s Greco-Roman junior wrestling nationals. She placed seventh overall in the 100-pound division. At the girls wrestling state championship, 78 girls participated from 30 schools. Cyprus brought nine athletes, Granger two and Kearns four. Taylorsville, Riverton and Hunter had one. “I wish I could have done better,” Newell said. “I can see places that I can get better and better. I have seen what Sage has been able to do, and I look up to that.” Newell has the encouragement of her family and coaches. “I have encouraged her to do the things she wants,” Newell’s mother Jamie said. “How many times in my life have I said, ‘When I was in high school?’ I want my kids to do it all, get the experience and like it. I don’t want her to regret her time.” Newell said she’s had some success wrestling against boys, even though there is a difference in strength. “They are naturally stronger than me, but it is not weird for me to wrestle a guy,” Newell said. “I have won a few matches against the guys.” Her mother agreed the pressure is on the guys. “I think some guys are threatened,” Jamie Newell said. “They think they had better
win or they think they just lost to a girl, not another wrestler. Change is a constant in this world. We need to encourage them as wrestlers not just boys and girls. Wrestling is good to teach them to take care of their bodies and health, too.” Hunter freshman Neida Valle just finished her first season on the mat. She was the only girl from her school at the state tournament. She did not place in the event. “I came in the first day and knew it was hard work,” she said. “I liked it, but wrestling boys is hard. They can always out-muscle girls. I just need to learn better technique. I think girls wrestling is growing, and I would like to talk to the younger girls and tell them to keep it up. It teaches you about life and hard work.” High school coaches are learning how to be effective with their changing teams. “I don’t think it was different to coach the girls,” first-year Kearns wrestling head coach Antonio Miekel said. “I tried to treat them the same as the rest of the team as much as I could. I think they got more support than the guys on our team. There are a lot of life lessons you can take away from the sport. I would not be where I am today without wrestling. Guy or girl, the kids should come give it a try.”
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So Jo Planning Commission ultimately advances RMP conditional use permit, against resident tumult By Jennifer J. Johnson | J.Johnson@mycityjournals.com
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eople who had never attended a planning commission meeting found themselves riveted, sitting and listening as words and momentum shifted back and forth throughout the night in the South Jordan City Council Chambers. People who had a lot at stake on multiple sides of the issue were even more riveted. It was March 12 that the five-person South Jordan Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to determine next-steps in a long-term process that Rocky Mountain Power has undergone to advance a project to better serve community power needs. At issue was whether Rocky Mountain’s request for a conditional use permit would lead to “unmitigatable detrimental effects.” That, from the outset, was presented as the only gating item which could stay the planning commission’s approving the permit. The need for power Rocky Mountain Power (RMP) has long indicated demand for electricity in the South Salt Lake Valley has exceeded the capacity of some of the electric power facilities and needs to be rebuilt. RMP Regional Business Manager Lisa Romney told all gathered that night, that area substations are currently operating at 92 percent and are set to exceed 105 percent by summer 2020. This South Jordan-to-Draper Transmis-
sion Upgrade project, they maintain, requires the upgrading of existing power lines and poles that have been in place since the 1950s as part of its mandate to effectively and efficiently provide power to existing communities and be ready to service growth for new customers. The South Jordan-to-Draper Transmission Upgrade has been argued and debated for months, with Rocky Mountain Power’s willingness to try to best accommodate residents through the change falling short of community members’ unrelenting commitment to see the power lines be either buried or completely rerouted. After pleading the case to the South Jordan City Council and, at various other occasions to the Planning Commission, to the state of Utah Office of Property Rights Ombudsman, and certainly to Rocky Mountain Power directly, the residents group hired an attorney. Then, the group explored claims against title companies that they say did not accurately depict their properties’ easements and their being subject to this power line upgrade which RMP officials said was planned since the time of the initial installation of the lines and long before the neighborhoods existed. The night of the planning commission meeting, the citizen’s group issued a press release and had multiple television news stations
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Rocky Mountain Power executives hear out a concerned resident, after the South Jordan Planning Commission moved to advance its conditional use permit. (Jennifer J. Johnson/City Journals)
out front of the city hall building and inside chambers for the bulk of the meeting. Resident momentum Emotional video footage was played of a woman, mainly bed-bound, citing that electromagnetic fields make her ill and that an increase in transmission line voltage would render her hopelessly incapacitated. Teachers, parents and elderly residents spoke to the commission, each presenting their case for concern about safety, health and property devaluation. “Rocky Mountain Power is putting profits ahead of safety,” resident Jana Fullmer asserted, in what one of her neighbors called her “closing argument.” At one point, a planning commissioner pointedly called this a David vs. Goliath situation. He directly asked officials of Rocky Mountain Power, the public utility company that is owned by Berkshire Hathaway Energy, and is beneficiary to the resources of a $500 billion investor, if they truly think a handful of residents will be able to see justice from the courts, if they were to pursue that route. “Can I ask your opinion: how fair is that?” asked South Jordan Planning Commission member John Ellis. Planning Commission Vice Chair Julie Holbrook made a motion to study residents’ information. Commission Chair Mark Woolley requested that, after the meeting, residents with information to review present it to the council and that there would be a 48-hour deadline for acceptance of any other materials of study. The decision on the conditional use permit would be delayed until the next council session, Tuesday, March 26. “We are absolutely comfortable with two weeks,” Romney said. The council unanimously voted to postpone the decision. Rerouted momentum Just a few minutes later, though, momentum feeling as strong as a light electric current, had shifted away from residents of South
Jordan who were challenging Rocky Mountain Power’s application for a conditional use permit to be able to upgrade existing poles in neighborhoods. Residents challenged the commission to deny the application for a variety of reasons, all of which were responded to by RMP and, ultimately deemed to not meet the standard for permit denial. For example, there are no “applicable standards” in evaluating electromagnetic fields rendered consideration of the issue null by the commission. Residents also challenged the completeness of RMP’s application for the permit and RMP’s not fulfilling its own best practices. All of the arguments were deemed to not pass legal muster by South Jordan legal counsel. Hours of resident testimony, Rocky Mountain comments and rebuttal, and a single outburst of applause in violation of Woolley’s early insistence that there be “no booing, no cheering” had finally come to an end. Holbrook, who first motioned the commission table the decision to allow for more research be provided by residents, had then clearly understood the city’s legal counselor’s re-assertion that only legal terms, outside the purview of the planning commission, could deny the permit. “Guess what? We’re not the court,” she explained. “We can’t decide. I don’t know why we’re delaying this two weeks.” Holbrook requested her motion be superseded, moving that the commission approve the conditional use permit, with the stipulation that if a court were to find RMP’s easements insufficient, the utility be made to acquire those easements, whether it be through eminent domain or through negotiated agreements with property owners. The motion passed unanimously. Rocky Mountain Power’s schedule is to complete the power line by spring 2020, in time for peak summer usage. “We can only act within the parameters that we have,” Holbrook said.
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Olympia Hills redux? Uncertainty abounds for proposed ‘tech town’ development
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By Jennifer J. Johnson | J.Johnson@mycityjournals.com
t is a vision with antonyms aplenty. The developer’s “dream” is residents’ “nightmare.” “High density” becomes high drama. Even the developer’s public relations firm—Love Communications—produces glitzy images that some loudly proclaim propaganda. ‘Big upside’ and ‘a definite sense of place’ On March 13–14, residents of Herriman and South Jordan, respectively, had the opportunity to preview developer Doug Young’s vision for Olympia Hills II. Input from the meetings will be collected, considered and presented to Salt Lake County officials for next-step consideration in the developer’s request for zoning changes to accommodate the project. As Young sees it, Olympia Hills II would be a “live-work-play-shop modern community,” anchored by a huge high-tech employer offering high-paying STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers. Instead of the original proposed density of nine people per acre, the Olympia Hills II number has slightly modified to 6.8. The development would be buoyed by an unprecedented network of regional parks and trails, as well as a children’s hospital and a Utah State Extension campus, all of which would reimagine around 900 acres of unincorporated Salt Lake County, running along the Bacchus Highway, or State Route 111. “The concepts, on the surface, are worth exploring. They have a potential upside,” observed Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) Deputy Director and President of the Utah Chapter of the American Planning Association Ted Knowlton. According to Knowlton, plans to integrate amenities through the area such as a network of parks and open spaces “create something more valued than just standard community parks.” Such planned connectivity and synergy, he said, “tends to provide great value to a city over decades and decades.” The sequel whose parent never made it beyond the editing floor Olympia Hills II is a chiseled version of this past summer’s highly contested, high-density Olympia Hills development plan for land located approximately from
6300–8500 West and 12400–13100 South. The original proposal was broadly booed by Herriman residents who assembled a change.org petition with more than 16,000 signatures in opposition. In an action serving as the catalyst for the newly emerging Southwest Quadrant Mayors Council, mayors of Copperton Township, Herriman, Riverton and West Jordan banded together to dissuade the imposition of what they see as an infrastructure nightmare. The tag-team pressure led then-Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams to veto the Salt Lake County Council’s near-unanimous, 7-1 support of the project, which would have sought approval to alter land use from an A-2 Agricultural Zone to a P-C or Planned Community Zone. After going back to the drawing board to reimagine Olympia Hills, the developer is now, per the request of Salt Lake County, hosting public open houses for comment, prior to making a formal application for a rebooted project. It is a project forecast with what the developer calls “patient money,” meaning that there is time to await approvals and funding to wait out the securing of anchor tenants. ‘A 30- to 40-year process’ Olympia Hills II is a re-spliced project looking to gain traction necessary to begin what developer Young says is ultimately a 30- to 40-year process. The developer would look to transform the unincorporated area to a bustling, mixeduse, high-tech community, a modern-day corporate town beholden to a tech behemoth such as Amazon, Facebook or Google. Young traced Utah’s history with mining towns as evidence of communities historically growing around work. The demise of “big-box” retail and other disruptive changes in business, he observed, will reinvent the way communities operate. To visually depict today’s high-tech town concept, the developer even included pictures of Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook’s “Willow Campus” corporate town. There is no affiliation of any sort with Zuckerberg or Facebook. The project’s far-west location and lack of breezy transportation with I-15 make it a seeming non sequitur with its goal of building synergy
with Lehi’s Silicon Slopes high-tech community. However, the I-15 quotient is not the only consideration. “A lot of people confuse the idea that I-15 is the center of the valley, but it’s not,” Knowlton said. “It separates one third from the other two-thirds.” “If the Southwest Quadrant communities really wanted to,” he adds, pausing for a moment, “they could create a strong employment spine. They have to allow for it, through planning and zoning, and encourage it, through regional community development.” From concerns to conspiracies City Journals reporters attended both open houses March 13–14 at Herriman’s Bastian Elementary and South Jordan’s Golden Fields Elementary—listening to and interviewing multiple residents of both Herriman and South Jordan. At press time, a tally of citizen comments was unavailable – in terms of either content or quantity. Residents’ verbal concerns ranged from insisting the developer secure “guarantees” of anchor technology tenants, to the burden Olympia Hills II would have on transportation, water and other resources. Mainly, residents expressed skepticism if it was really feasible for a community, even a “corporate town” to behave like “an island” where residents would look to stay in place, versus commuting elsewhere, for recreation, jobs base and other needs Critiques of Olympia Hills II’s creating a “commuter community” sting in the present sense, being a spot-on critique of existing community Herriman. The city has had the dubious distinction of having the state’s lowest jobs-to-housing ratio, rendering it a sprawling bedroom community without economic development to support it, requiring commuters to drive elsewhere to work opportunities. In some cases, resident concerns morphed to conspiracies, with elected officials and others charging the developer with purposefully staging the open houses without proper public notification. Numerous residents used the term “propaganda” to refer to visuals depicting aspects of Olympia Hills II. Misinformed residents critiqued the developer for poor development projects in
Herriman, which he legitimately had no part of. Some residents came to the sessions anticipating a “town hall” format and felt illat-ease navigating a room full of posters on easels, visually depicting everything from storm-drain management to traffic patterns. Uncertainty the only certainty for many The biggest concern about Olympia Hills II is uncertainty. Multiple residents asked developer Young for “guarantees” — as to which tech company would become the anchor tenant, which children’s hospital would co-anchor, what types of housing products would dominate the acreage and what the density distribution would look like. “I tell my children that wanting something is not a plan,” remarked Herriman City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tempore Jared Henderson, who also included the concept in a lengthy Facebook post which was widely distributed to residents across the Southwest Valley. “Guarantees” are never givens in planning such a visionary community, according to Knowlton. “It happens often that a community is hopeful to land a certain path of employment, and it doesn’t materialize,” he said. “What can be done in a vision is to analyze market demands and think about how different patterns of development, infrastructure or different packages of amenities can increase the likelihood [of their realizing the opportunities.] Communities can influence these outcomes, but cannot control them.” We’re not opposed, but… “We’re not opposed to growth, but we want it done responsibly,” said Herriman Resident Lisa Brown, who is part of the resident coalition who assembled the 16,000-signature opposition to the initial Olympia Hills project. “I’m really sad,” said Kristie Miller, a Herriman resident who attended the meeting in South Jordan. “A case of less information, more propaganda. It is disappointing to not see any impact reports or resources that are backing up claims. “We feel like we had handled this already.”
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No matter the language — happy birthday to what parents, educators say is a successful program By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
At Draper Elementary in 2017, second-graders performed the traditional fan dance as part of school’s annual Chinese New Year celebration. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
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日快 — bon anniversaire, feliz cumpleaños — happy 10th birthday to the dual-immersion program at many Utah elementary schools. Eleven years ago this legislative session, former Gov. John Huntsman signed Utah’s International Education Initiative into law, funding dual-immersion programs in Chinese (Mandarin), French and Spanish beginning in the 2008–09 academic year at 15 elementary schools, including some within the Salt Lake Valley communities. Since then, German, Portuguese and Russian have been added as the number of Dual Language Immersion (DLI) schools soared to 224 programs from St. George to Logan, reaching 43,000 students, said Jordan School District Elementary Dual Language Immersion Content Administrator Michele Daly, who oversees her district’s nine elementary programs. Principal Scott Jameson, who recently was moved to a DLI Spanish elementary in Sandy — Alta View — said he immediately could see a benefit for students. “It gives kids a chance to be challenged,” said the principal in Canyons School District, which houses eight elementary DLI and 11 secondary programs. “They put in a great effort in school, especially with the opportunity to learn Spanish while studying math and science. They are learning to persevere, even if it’s difficult, and develop that skill and a language they can use their entire lives.” The start Elementary DLI programs in the area are 50/50 immersion programs where students spend half their school day learning in the English language and half the day learning math, science or social studies in the target language. There are two teachers, one who teaches in English, and one who only speaks the language to students after the ini-
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They’re able to put those together in simple sentence structure so it’s easier for them to speak. By the time these students are in third and fourth grades, most surpass their peers academically in both languages and are able to converse in Chinese,” she said. Colleague Christina Ma said she’s been impressed at the level of her fifth-grade students. “They’re at the intermediate level where they can talk about places they want to travel or food they want to eat and even debate and express their opinions,” she said. While she may use easier vocabulary for students to understand science concepts — “science has harder vocabulary” — Ma said they are able to pick up math easily and understand their equations of multiplication, division and fractions. “Research has shown that these kids aren’t losing their math or English skills, but just learning another language alongside them,” she said. The State DLI website supports that claim, stating that “immersion students perform as well or better than non-immersion students on standardized tests of English and math administered in English.” It continues to say DLI students develop greater cognitive flexibility, are more attentive, and have better memory and problem-solving skills. Ma said her students are proactive learners. “The students practice talking, even if it is to a parent who doesn’t understand or a stuffed animal. If they have siblings who speak the language, they’re even going further,” she said. Mike Ward has his children in Chinese dual immersion at Ridgecrest Elementary in Cottonwood Heights. “Dual immersion is remarkable,” he
said. “By the time they’re in third, fourth and fifth grade, they understand and are speaking quite fluently. I can’t understand Chinese, but my third-grade daughter is understanding what her older brother is saying.” Monte Vista parent Carrie Newbold agrees to the benefits of siblings conversing in the language. “I love the opportunity my kids have to share with each other and talk outside of class,” she said. “It’s made the school schedule easier to have everyone on the same track and same schedule.” Newbold also said students have created a bond with their classmates. “These kids are together from first grade all the way through. They form a family because they’re in it together. We have friendships with parents, who band together to help welcome the Chinese teachers. Many parents can only help in the English classrooms since they don’t know the language, but we do what we can to help them settle in. It’s just a powerful experience for these kids to learn and have a better understanding of the culture,” she said. To every advantage, there can be a disadvantage. At Lone Peak Elementary, Kristy Bastian has her younger children in the program, but her seventh-grader was not admitted because of not enough space, she said. “They take siblings first and since there is limited room, he didn’t get in,” she said. “He wanted to learn and needed the challenge. It’s an incredible program, but frustrating when there isn’t a benchmark test or anything to help students get in.” With many elementaries, parents need to apply in February before first grade for the program. Applying doesn’t mean guaranteed entrance as many schools have a wait list. While there is no test to enter, preference is
tial months when first-graders are enrolled in the program. First-grade English teacher Michael Vierra at South Jordan’s Monte Vista Elementary said the popularity of the DLI program has grown and he is teaching 25 to 28 students per class. “I reinforce what students may not understand initially in Mandarin, but they quickly learn and have an awesome experience learning a language, usually from a native speaker and teacher,” he said. “They become independent very quickly and realize if they don’t know how to do something, they have to be able to learn and express it in the language.” Many of the DLI language teachers are on a visa to teach in Utah, meaning that there is a turnover; so English teachers help them learn the ins-and-outs of the program, Vierra said. “There always is some adjustment from how they teach in China or Taiwan, and they have to learn to American style of living, but the benefits of having a native teacher outweigh any challenges,” he said. Eastlake Elementary, in South Jordan, like many schools, have host families help DLI teachers from China and Hong Kong set up their housing, transportation, banking, and get their social security cards and driver’s licenses when they arrive a couple weeks before school begins to attend state dual-immersion training. “They’re usually on a three-year contract so there is a constant learning curve,” second-grade teacher Teresa Wang said. “They learn to teach more interactive, bring in their culture, not just give lectures.” In her own classroom of second-graders, Wang focuses on childhood activities. Last year, Midvale Elementary fifth-graders perform “Chinelos de Morelos” during the school’s third annual “Kids are getting a broad vocabulary Cinco de Mayo celebration. (Julie Slama/City Journals) of daily words that help with conversation.
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given to siblings who have someone already enrolled in the language program. Entrance generally is limited to first grade, although if a student transfers from another DLI school or shows proficiency, Daly said there have been exceptions in Jordan District. Eastlake’s Wang agrees the fast-paced program isn’t for all students. “Some kids can’t pick it up and struggle tremendously. They need a strong base in their first language. It can be common for those with learning disabilities to not do as well, but it’s up to the parents to decide to apply to enroll them,” she said. Megan Morrison, who has a son at Lone Peak and feels lucky her third-grader has “an amazing opportunity,” said she may not enroll a younger sibling because she doesn’t see it as a good match for him. “He isn’t at the level of other kids and I can see with speech problems, he could be frustrated learning Chinese. I don’t want to take an opportunity away from another student,” she said. Secondary DLI As the first DLI students progress through school, dual immersion is added to that grade, meaning many of those first-graders in 2008–09 are now juniors in high school and have fast-tracked to take the AP Spanish exam to earn college credit. Murray School District Assistant Superintendent Scott Bushnell said that upon successful competition of the AP Spanish exam, students can begin the Bridge Program, a partnership with public and higher education, which was supported by SB152, that awarded $300,000 to the University of Utah to launch the program. At Murray High, sophomores, juniors and seniors enroll in a team-taught course, with both a University of Utah professor and a Murray High teacher instructing the coursework. “Students are able to complete upper-division language coursework and can finish their senior year of high school two courses shy of a minor in the language,” he said. Jordan’s Daly said their comprehensive abilities are “amazing.” “Their proficiency levels are so high, they are truly immersed and have that high level, they’re so lucky and don’t realize the gift we’re providing,” she said. Morrison has a student who has been in the program since first grade and currently is a sophomore at Alta High in Sandy. “It’s a unique opportunity for him to be learning from a University of Utah professor in his high school class. He’s had incredible experiences as the program has developed and I’m just amazed at what he’s accomplished in the 10 years,” she said. However, Midvale Middle School Chinese teacher Karma Lambert said students can still learn languages if they don’t enroll in DLI. “You don’t have to start in first grade,” she said. “Students who begin learning in sixth, seventh and eighth grades are still
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quick enough to learn languages and be able to carry on basic conversations in the language by the time they finish middle school. In general, they won’t be as far as long as their dual-immersion peers, but they can still learn the language and have those positive cultural benefits.” DLI benefits When Sarah Erwin’s family was looking to move into the Sandy area from St. George, she looked for a DLI Chinese school. They selected the Lone Peak neighborhood so her kids could learn Mandarin. “I speak Mandarin and at the time, St. George didn’t have dual immersion,” she said. “My kids needed more challenge and there are tremendous benefits of learning a second language.” Ridgecrest Elementary parent Brooke Moench said she has seen great progress academically for her children. “They tend to learn at a higher pace, and so, they have kept on task,” she said. “The teachers are ensuring students are learning by reteaching and reinforcing in English what they learn in Chinese so the languages are supporting one another.” Many parents, teachers and principals point to cultural benefits as school programs may include celebrating Chinese New Year or Cinco de Mayo or even having a word of the day for the entire student body to learn, or rooms, such as the library or cafeteria, labeled in the target language. Canyons District’s Butler Elementary students who are studying French immersion not only sample macaroons and learn about impressionism and Claude Monet and other parts of French culture, but they also get a taste of other countries’ culture, art and music during its annual World Night. Last year, for example, students wrote their names in Arabic, made Native American replica pots, learned about typical life in the Fiji Islands and more. “It’s important that the community opens our eyes and celebrates our diversity,” Principal Jeff Nalwalker said. At nearby Midvale Elementary, students celbrate Mexican Independence Day, Dia de los Muertos, Cinco de Mayo, and Mother’s Day with cultural activities, food, dances and song for the entire student body. “As a whole school, it’s important that we are learning other cultures, and are inclusive,” Principal Chip Watts said. Murray District spokeswoman D Wright said she also has seen culture be introduced in the district’s Spanish DLI classrooms. “I have visited in the Horizon DLI classes many times and see ongoing examples of music, dance and art integration through fun and captivating activities,” she said. “I also see exposure to a variety of related ethnic foods and culturally related holidays incorporated into the awareness and curriculum in the grades.” Several Chinese schools celebrated the Year of the Pig during Chinese New Year festivities that included programs, activities,
food, singing, dancing, acting and learning the history of the celebration. Some schools also celebrate the Moon Festival in the fall. Erwin said that through her school’s Chinese New Year program, it offers all students an opportunity to learn about culture. “It’s a fun time to explore another culture and for the whole school to come together,” she said. Monte Vista parent Corby Robins said the opportunities her second- and third-grader have had in DLI have been impressive. “The teachers are top notch,” she said. “They teach about the culture and pique students’ interest in China through food, games, stories and telling how they celebrate holiday with the family.” At Midvale Middle School, eighth-grader Eric Snauffer said, “it’s the best day of the year” as he learned to make Chinese dumplings with classmates afterschool. K-12 Chinese outreach coordinator Shin Chi Fame Kao, of the Confucius Institute at the University of Utah, said they support many cultural Chinese events at schools, and have even given grants to the first schools who had Chinese programs, including Canyons’ Lone Peak and Draper elementaries. “It’s important that children learn these customs of China as they learn the language,” she said. “It’s a time to understand families and communities celebrating together.” Lone Peak Principal Tracy Stacy said there is value in understanding other countries’ culture. “When children understand and value each other’s differences, it allows them to not only see differences and accept them, but also appreciate the way we are all similar,” she said. Eastlake Principal Suzie Williams agrees. “I love the culture piece dual immersion brings to our school,” she said. “It draws families together who are interested in their children becoming bilingual. Even if the parents aren’t versed in the language, they’re learning words and customs from their children. It isn’t a classroom where they sit and listen to the language. They’re learning the vocabulary and language while involved in enriching, engaging cultural activities.” The future of DLI Many programs continue to add a grade as DLI students progress, like in Murray District. However, there are no plans to expand to another language at another school at this
time, Bushnell said. “In a district our size, a cohort of 60 students allows us to run two elementary classrooms of 30 DLI students in each class,” he said. However, at nearby Midvale Elementary, there are plans to expand the classes, Watts said. Currently, about one-third of the school is enrolled in the Spanish DLI program and he said there are plans to increase that to twothirds. “Our data shows that students are achieving better in reading and math, and at the same time learning Spanish for those who are not already Spanish-speakers,” he said. “The language development as they learn a second language is helpful as they practice their native language. It’s a very engaging program for our students.” Alta View’s Jameson appreciates the DLI program in its entirety. “The DLI was created as a comprehensive pathway so students in elementary can continue in middle school and high school. It doesn’t just stop, but it prepares students for their future, for global careers,” he said. Jordan District’s Daly agrees. “We’re preparing them for the global market and job opportunities in the 20th century,” she said. “They’re learning language skills, as well as an awareness and appreciation of different cultures.”
During Butler Elementary’s World Night in 2018, students were read books to them at Monet’s Story Garden. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
Award winning program Canyons School District recently received the Melba D Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary Foreign Language Program from the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. The district was chosen to receive the national award to honor the program that aligns with the World-Readiness Standards for Language Learning curriculum, has proficiency targets set for each grade level, and has teachers that are highly qualified, lifelong learners.
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Bingham transforms school commons for its dinner-dance By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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nter the school commons and you won’t find typical cafeteria tables but lamp posts, chandeliers, elegantly set round and twinkling lights to sway the night away. It will be a big swing and jazz night at Bingham High School. The school’s 13th annual Jazz Dinner Dance & Silent Auction will be Saturday, May 11. Dinner will be served from 6 p.m., with dancing beginning at 7 p.m. The night wraps up at 9 p.m. Tickets will be sold for both couples and individuals. Tickets for two for the dinner and dance are $35, while tickets for one are $18. They must be purchased before Friday, April 26 in the school’s main office, 2160 West 10400 South. For couples just wishing to dance, tickets are $20, or for individuals, $10. There is a student price of $5 for the dance. You may purchase dance tickets in the school office or at the door. The night will include music by the school jazz band as well as The Phoenix Jazz & Swing Band. In addition, there will be performance by the school’s ballroom team during set changes. “The whole event will truly be student-run,” said dinner-dance chair Shaeley Kuehn. “It benefits the students, so they are
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the ones working to make this event successful and fun for the whole family. We have grandparents and elderly in the community coming out to young kids who come to support this night.” This year, the goal is to have 300 guests and raise $9,000, which would surpass last year’s record of $8,000. “Every year, we build on it, making it a special night,” Kuehn said. This year, silent auction items already have been coming in. Donated items typically are tickets for JetBlue airlines, Disneyland, Hale Theatre, sporting events and themed baskets from camping to a date night. Bingham High’s band program, under the direction of Darin Graber, recently won back-to-back state titles in 2016 and 2017. Last year, the South Jordan City Council honored the band by naming April 17 as Bingham High School Marching Band Day. This past fall, the band placed second at state. In addition, Graber said the school jazz and concert bands frequently qualify and perform at state, receiving superior ratings. The band recently had 14 students qualify for state in solo or small ensembles.
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Lion dance, skit, singing, dancing bring Year of the Pig in South Jordan elementaries By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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here were traditional costumes, colorful fans and—among the pigs that adorned the walls—even a lion emerged dancing. At both Eastlake and Monte Vista elementary schools, students danced and sang in Mandarin as part of the Chinese New Year program welcoming the Year of the Pig. Eastlake At Eastlake, sixth-graders emceed the program, which featured performances from each grade level to showcase what they learned. Among the songs, dances, fan dance and Kung Fu was the fifth-grade traditional performance of the Legend of Nian. “It’s cool to see other kids performing it since we did it last year,” sixth-grader Agnes Hiatt said. “I like Chinese New Year and seeing other kids singing and dancing. I’ve liked learning about the culture, how they do things in China, how they celebrate Moon Festival. It’s a lot of fun.” Agnes, who has siblings in the Chinese dual-language immersion program, also was looking forward to celebrating the new year in her classroom. Classroom activities included sampling different foods from seaweed to pineapple cakes, making crafts such as red lanterns and firecrackers, and opening red envelopes filled
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Monte Vista students perform a fan dance for their peers as part of their Chinese New Year program. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
with Chinese candy. Fourth-graders also created a giant pig face that was prominently displayed at the program. Sixth-grader Isabella Freeman said she appreciates learning both the culture and the language. “It’s wonderful to learn something new
every single day, and learning different culture is a lot of fun,” she said. “In six years, I know how to speak in another language. I can use it in my future and have fun with it now.” Monte Vista With the unusual snow day closing school and interrupting the planned week’s
activities, Monte Vista students welcomed the community with giant red letters on their chain-link fence saying “Happy Chinese New Year” to their celebration which was held later in the week. Inside, patrons entered through the decorated gate and down the halls with lanterns hanging and student artwork — many of them symbolizing the Year of the Pig — adorning the hallways to the multi-purpose room, where their annual Chinese New Year program with singing and dancing was held. “Everyone comes and supports the program,” parent Corby Robins said. “It’s just packed with grandparents, parents and family all wanting to celebrate another culture.” Robins said that after the celebration, there would be stories, food and games in the classrooms. First-grade English teacher Michael Vierra said that he appreciates the support of families. “It’s great for parents to come see how hard their children are working to learn another language,” he said. “It’s been amazing to see all the kids, first through sixth grade, perform and how much progress they’ve made.”
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Lace up your shoes, register for Eastlake Elementary 5k, 1-mile run By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com Next fall, Eastlake Elementary students could be programming a Sphero or learn coding for an Ozobot, if they match last year’s fundraising amount of $16,000 to purchase the technology for the school. With the fundraising goal in mind, Eastlake Elementary School Community Council is inviting the community to participate in its fourth annual 5k and 1-mile run Monday, May 6. The race will begin at 6 p.m. “It’s a family fun run, so everyone is welcome to come out and support the school,” said volunteer Teresa Kwant, who is helping with the school run. Last year, about 300 people registered for the race, which will be held rain or shine, Kwant said. Those who wish to run or walk in the event can register at www.runeastlake.com. Runners are guaranteed to receive T-shirts through the April 5 early bird registration. Registration will continue until race day, with T-shirts available first come, first serve. Those wishing to make financial donations can use the same link . The website will have details about the registration process, routes — which starts at the school and continues through the community — and additional information. There will be food available for purchase, and prizes will be raffled.
Eastlake Elementary will host its annual community 5k and 1-mile run in May, as runners run past the school mascot during a previous year’s event. (Photo courtesy of Angela Sharp)
“This year, we’re making it fun, so runners can dress up as what they like to do,” Kwant said. “So, o, if it’s playing a sport or cheering on a team, they can wear those jerseys. If it’s dancing, they can wear tutus. It’s just for fun as part of the run.”
If students reach their goal, not only will they have money for new technology, but students will have the chance to see their principal, Suzie Williams, kiss a pig, she said. “It’s a fun, family event, so everyone in the community is welcome to come out,” Kwant said. If students do raise enough money for the new technology, Kwant said it will be shared throughout the school. “All students from kindergarten through grade 6 will be impacted by the STEM technology,” she said. Williams said with the money raised, every student will be benefited by the purchase of classroom sets of Ozobots, Spheros with iPads to program them and Little Bits electronic building blocks. “We went to the STEM fair at the (Jordan School) District, and these three stood out,” she said. “They’re so engaging, it pulls the students in and helps them learn. That’s where we are headed. Kids now need to know how to code and how to program.” Last year, Eastlake’s run supported getting new Chromebooks for the school, bringing devices to an almost 1:1 ratio with students. There are about 1,080 students attending Eastlake Elementary this year, although district officials say those numbers may decrease by about 100 pupils with new boundaries set for the fall.
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Fandom Expo planned to benefit displaced children By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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ress as Aquaman, Wonder Woman or a Ghostbuster, or grab your family and friends to come as the Incredibles or even Scooby and the gang. It’s Paradigm Charter School’s community Fandom Expo, which will feature movie and television actor Dante Basco, musical group Foreign Figures and sketch-comedy show Studio C among panel discussions, activities, and photo opportunities and autograph sessions. Before the 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. expo on May 4, the event kicks off with a free 1-mile Fan Run, which includes an obstacle course, on the school grounds, 11577 South 3600 West. “It’s a fun way to kick off the event with people dressed in costumes having fun, running,” said Mallory Woodbury, a member of the executive planning committee, which has met weekly since December to plan the event. Fandom Expo will include local author of “The Paper Magician” series Charlie N. Holmberg, YouTube family musical group “Working with Lemons,” a 3-D printing session, Battleguard’s foam-fighting weapons, Provo’s Dry Bar Comedy, Choose Your Own Adventure, Engima’s two escape room experiences and a cosplay, where participants can dress up as their favorite movie, book or
Paradigm Charter School will host Fandom Expo May 4. (Courtesy Paradigm Charter School)
video game character to compete for prizes. “We have something that will appeal to everyone — comedy, science fiction, music, escape rooms, celebrity guests,” Woodbury said, adding they expect upward of 2,000 to attend the event, which will offer a kid zone with dressed-up characters holding story times, coloring and other activities. Participants can enter the expo with
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allowed into the closing concert with Foreign Figures at 4 p.m. Kids age 5 and under are free. Registration can be found at paradigmfandomexpo.com. City Journal readers can get 25 percent off regular ticket prices with the discount code: Journal. Proceeds are earmarked for Project Sleep Tight USA to help provide overnight totes to homeless and displaced children. “They’re receiving some essential items such as a blanket, stuffed animal, book and a toothbrush,” Woodbury said. “Our school is founded on service and leadership. We want to provide these for kids in unfortunate situations and we liked that it ties in providing them books as we are big on literacy at our school.” The idea for Fandom Expo originated with choir director Joan Steinmann, and with a 10-member student, faculty and staff committee, have been meeting to plan the event for the past year. “It’s a way for the community to be involved in a fun event and experience our school,” Woodbury said. Paradigm Charter School, in its 15th year, has been located in South Jordan the past 10 years, teaching classical liberal arts to students in seventh through 12th grades.
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Asian-American high school students encouraged to tap ‘superhero’ potential By Jennifer J. Johnson | J.Johnson@mycityjournals.com
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Motivated” was a common word AsianAmerican high school students across the state felt, after attending the 20th-annual Asian-American High School Conference Feb. 28 at the University of Utah. This year’s theme — “Shaping Superheroes; Creating Positive Change” — was a powerful one, providing context to the keynote and breakout sessions. The conference seeks to help Asian-Americans high school students be prepared for collegiate success, and, even more importantly, be prepared to embrace their everyday, figurative “superhero” potential as community leaders. “When a student is passionate about something, their drive is extraordinary,” informs the conference brochure. “As such, students will learn about issues facing the Asian and Asian American communities and how they can use their passions and educations to create critical, sustainable, and positive changes in their own communities.” Students treated to ‘Who’s Who’ of Asian, Asian-American scholars Students attending the conference received academic resources, including scholarship guidance, admissions counseling, and opportunities to meet and connect with university faculty, staff, and students. Graduate students, professors, and university administrators from not just the University of Utah, but also from Salt Lake Community College and Westminster College participated in the event. Distinguished academicians, including a Rhodes Scholar and a Guggenheim Fellowship winner, politicians, and successful entrepreneurs also participated in the event. Academic disciplines represented ranged from electrical engineering to ethnic
studies; from history to humanities; from medicine to music education; and from art history to Asian studies. Asians as Superheroes, through world history and mythology … “Our Asian identity is not something to be ashamed of,” advised Matt Wong, a self-described “Cantonese American” who attended Salt Lake Community College and now works at the university. In a breakout session, Wong recounted stories of historical and mythical Asian superheroes and challenged students to liberally share their own family history and stories, particularly “if your family is recent immigrants.” He cited Ishikawa Goemon, “A Japanese Robin Hood” from the 1800s and another figure from that century, the Hindu queen Lakshmibai who led troops to battle for independence against British colonization. He also shared his family’s reverence for the contributions of Chinese revolutionary Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China and the forerunner of democratic revolution in the People’s Republic of China, which overthrew the last Chinese imperial dynasty. In more recent history, Wong cited what he considered heroism of the “No-No Boys” of World War II who protested America’s unconstitutional treatment of 110,000 Japanese Americans who were placed in internment camps, yet were, themselves, asked to serve in the military. … And, today, as comic book characters – and creators Following up on a subtheme of the conference — that Asians can be stereotyped and must move beyond those stereotypes — Dr. Paul Fisk shared with students a vibrant future outside of what people consider or even uniquely recommend as careers for Asians (e.g. careers limited to science or engineering). Marvel Studio’s upcoming “Shang-Chi” will be its first superhero movie featuring an Asian protagonist. The film has signed a Chinese-American writer and is considering a variety of Asian and Asian-American directors, with the goal being to “introduce a new hero who blends Asian and Asian American themes, crafted by Asian and Asian American filmmakers.” Those are jobs that students could look forward to in the future, Fisk indicated. Inspiration and challenges Students attending the conference looked forward to applying what they learned. A student from Taylorsville wants to take the inspiration and tools to help coach her younger sister through school. Other students shared challenges in Students attending the conference and their university negotiating their Asian history with being hosts were encouraged to dress in either semi-formal raised in “white communities” and, for biraor cultural attire. (Jennifer J. Johnson/City Journals) cial students, the everyday anguish of and not having “white relatives” honor or appreciate
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High-school students from throughout Salt Lake Valley (and the entire state) received valuable information about scholarship opportunities and other tools for success after high school. (Jennifer J. Johnson/City Journals)
their Asian roots. One young woman indicated feeling like a literal alien. On the difficulty of being Asian in predominately white schools, a student from, arguably, the state’s most diverse high school, West High School in Salt Lake City, observed, “When your parent has an accent, they look down on you.” West’s studentbody represents students from homes where more than 120 different languages are spoken. Students attending the conference appreciated being able to bond with so many in similar circumstances. “I am really glad I came,” shared a student from Granger High School in West Valley City. “It feels like I need to do more,” said a
West High School student, who felt inspired to study Asian and Asian-American history and seek to serve as a role model. The Asian and Asian-American population at the U of U and in context with Salt Lake City metro Asian students comprise 5.82 percent of the university’s student population. Biracial students account for another 5.13 percent of the studentbody. According to the 2018 U.S. Census Bureau statistics, this is about twice as significant a population as within the Salt Lake City Metropolitan area, where Asians comprise 2.6 percent and those of two or more races are 2.5 percent of the overall population.
With a playful, larger-than-life-size blowup bottle of the popular Thai sriracha sauce in the background, members of the University of Utah’s Asian-American Student Association greet conference attendees. (Jennifer J. Johnson/City Journals)
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drove over a nail and didn’t realize it. We often don’t look at the tires on the passenger side since we don’t approach the car from that direction, checking regularly allows you to examine those opposite side wheels. It will keep your car’s handling in its best condition. Each vehicle can have different appropriate PSI (measurement for tire pressure), but when temperatures drop, so Blinkers and blind spots Driving 101. If you plan on changing does the pressure in your tires. lanes, let others in on your secret. Everyone Keep car maintained will appreciate it. Others want to know what Since you’ll be regularly checking the you are planning. tires, might as well keep regularly schedLikewise, if you see a blinker come uled maintenance on your car. This can range on indicating your lane is that car’s desired from oil changes to transmission flushes. destination, let it in. This isn’t the Daytona Simply checking windshield washer fluid or 500. We are not racing for $19 million. It is the antifreeze level in your car’s reservoir can common courtesy, if we want people to use prevent serious issues happening on the road. their blinkers, then we should reward them Wash your car especially after storms for doing so. or if you’ve parked under a pine tree where Remember the blinker doesn’t automat- birds can drop their white business on the ically assume safe passage to the next lane. hood or sap could drip onto the roof. Left And while your car’s sensors in the rearview untreated, these outdoor stains can ruin the mirrors are helpful, they are not omniscient. paint on your vehicle. Check your blind spot with your own eyes. Drive defensively There’s a reason it’s called a “blind” spot. This means keeping distance between
troubling and you probably shouldn’t be behind a steering wheel. Also you can’t always see what’s in front of the car before you. They may have to slam on their brakes due to an unexpected obstruction. If you rear end them, insurance rarely works out in your favor. This can also mean slowing down on wet roads or not weaving in and out of traffic. Distractions This is the No. 1 reason for accidents. This is not limited to using the cell phone, though texting, checking news alerts or making a phone call are all terrible decisions to make while driving.
It also extends to dozing off or checking the price at the gas station you just passed. Be alert, stay vigilant. Other drivers may suddenly stop, they may not see you as you yield or turn. By staying engaged and sharp, your reactions can be sharper and you may even anticipate what other drivers are looking to do. One way to stay engaged is to vary your daily commute. Changing your routine alerts your brain, breaking you from the monotonous snooze you may find yourself after traveling certain routes hundreds of times. These habits are important and it is not overdramatic to say that they could save a life.
Tire pressure you and the car in front of you. This one is almost as simple as the first. Touching their bumper does nothing for Check your tire pressure on a regular basis you. And if you need to get that close to read to know if there is a small leak. Maybe you their license plate or sticker, your eyesight is
Bingham softball team has plenty of new faces this season By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
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ost coaches have to find ways to replace graduated seniors, but Mikki Jackson has a huge task in front of her. The Bingham softball coach, who guided the Miners to an undefeated, Region 4-winning season a year ago, is essentially starting from scratch. The Miners lost nine varsity players off of last year’s squad that won three games at state before losing deep in the winner’s bracket. Many of these key figures had started for the team for three of four years. “Every position on the field will have different players,” Jackson said. “We’ll be a diamond in the rough starting out.” Bingham is accustomed to success. In addition to winning the Region 4 crown last season, the Miners were undefeated champions of Region 3 in 2016 and 2017. In recent years, the Miners lost Class 5A title games in 2013 and 2017. They were 5A champs in 2010. That kind of success this season may not come as quickly. “We need a little time to gel,” Jackson
said. “Tournaments will give us a chance to look at different kids on the field and see what strategies we need. It’ll be nice to see how things look on the field. I’m excited to implement what we’ve worked on. We’ll add on from week to week and add it to our toolbox.” The tournament she spoke off was the March Warm-up Elite in St. George, where the Miners played to open the season March 8 and 9. Bingham was one of numerous teams to participate in the two-day tournament. Jackson’s squad had some ups and downs, finishing with a pair of wins, two losses and a rare tie (5-5 with Cedar High School). All five of the team’s tournament games were close. The Miners defeated Box Elder 8-4 to open things up on March 8. They also won their final game on March 9 in a close 7-6 decision over Fremont. In that contest, Bingham trailed 4-3 heading into the final inning. The Miners then scored four runs and had to hold off a late Fremont rally to prevail. Averi Hanny was the winning pitcher.
The Miners also fell to Lake City, Idaho, 4-1, and to Tooele, 5-1, in the tournament. Bingham’s first region game is March 28 Pleasant Grove. It will have some non-region games sprinkled in with league contest. Jackson continues to have high expectations, even though her team is young and inexperienced. Still, she’s trying not to put too much pressure on her players. “Our biggest challenge is going to be being patient but expecting a lot,” she said. “We need to be patient as we strive for expectations. The people on our team that are bearers of that torch are fewer and far between than in years past. It’s on the coaches to teach team culture a little more. It’s still an expectation that we excel by taking steps.” Still, Jackson said she won’t measure progress by the standings. “Excellence isn’t about wins and losses but about getting it right,” she said. “The girls are excited and enjoy one another. They’re good about asking and focusing. They have a good base to build on. This team can go a long way.”
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Despite turnover, Bingham boys tennis has big plans By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
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ith some tennis teams, losing four seniors, including two varsity competitors, could spell big problems. The Bingham boys have different ideas. The Miners may have some holes to fill at various positions, but head coach Steve Peterson likes his returning players and is eager to see how his team fares this season. “I’m happy with the team and with the direction we’re going,” he said. “We’re hoping to be competitive. We have a young team, but we’re deeper than we were last year. We have some competitive matches within the team as we’re figuring out the lineup.” The Miners have 23 players on this year’s JV and varsity teams. Bingham has as many sophomores (10) as it does juniors and seniors. There are also three freshmen on the team. Bingham’s first doubles team might be the most intriguing position to watch this season. Sophomore Josh Peterson (the coach’s son) and junior Cody Smith (the coach’s nephew) will once again team up after putting together an excellent season a year ago. The duo went to the state semifinals last season where they lost a close match to the eventual champions from Lone Peak. In that match, Josh Peterson
The Bingham boys tennis team has started the 2019 season, ready to improve on last season’s sixth-place showing at the state tournament. (Photo contributed)
and Smith were actually leading for a good portion but ultimately came up short in three sets. “We’re excited about they’re contributions,” Steve Peterson said about the pair. “They one of the favorites in first doubles this season.”
First singles players Ethan Snow, a senior, has his sights set on a deep postseason run. Last season, he lost in the first round at the Class 6A tournament. “He’s a very good player,” Steve Peterson said. “I expect great things from him.”
At third singles, senior Jeremy Christensen will work to make strides this season after falling in the first round at state in 2018. Senior Ben Crane, who reached the state finals at second doubles with Austin Cox last season, is eager for another run at a title. This time around, however, he’ll have to do it with a new partner, as Cox graduated. At the outset of the season, Steve Peterson said he was still searching for Cox’s replacement but had some “good options.” Steve Peterson said those players who are back on the varsity squad this season have valuable experience and the talent to succeed. He’s also pleased with the players’ mindset and work ethic on and off the court. “Our players have positive attitudes,” he said. “We’ve gelled well as a team.” Region 4 won’t be easy. Bingham will once again have to contend against state power Lone Peak, which won the 6A crown a year ago and captured 5A titles in 2016 and 2017. The Knights lost some key players from the 2018 squad, but Steve Peterson said they’ll still be a force. Fellow Region 4 teams American Fork and Pleasant Grove placed second and third, respectively. Bingham finished sixth at state last season.
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Bingham baseball hopes to reload, not rebuild By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
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ith only two returning starters from last season’s squad, there will be a whole lot of new faces and contributors on the Bingham baseball team. But don’t expect the Miners to fall way down in the standings. The defending Class 6A champions have built a program and culture of success where coaches and players expect to perform well and win. After all, this isn’t the first time head coach Joey Sato has had to deal with personnel losses. Still, the Miners continue to be among the top teams in the state, and there’s little reason to believe that will change this season, despite significant departures. Of course, it won’t be easy replacing 13 key figures from the 2018 team. Senior Peyton Jones and junior Joey Dixon will headline the Miners this season as the only players with major varsity experience. Both will see time on the mound as pitchers as well as in the field. When he’s not pitching, Jones will play in the outfield. Meanwhile, Dixon will start at shortstop when it’s not his turn to pitch. The Miners will sorely need the duo’s talents. Both players won four games as pitchers last season. They were also good at the plate and helped Bingham score nearly seven runs per game. Beyond Jones and Dixon, the Miners
The Bingham Miner baseball team hopes to return to where it was last season: as state champs, seen here hoisting last year’s trophy. (File photo courtesy Kerry Stevens)
have a young club with nine freshmen and 10 sophomores. The Bingham roster also lists nine seniors and nine juniors. As the season was getting under way, Sato was still sorting out how all these players will fit in the program as either varsity or junior varsity members. Bingham won the 6A crown a year ago after posting a 21-10 overall record. The Miners were 10-2 in Region 4, capturing the league championship as well. Five of those losses came in the National Classic tournament against out-of-state opponents. Another loss came at the hands of Riverton in the double-elimination state tournament. But the Miners got revenge for the loss. After falling to Riverton 7-0 in the championship game, Bingham had another shot at the title. In game two, Bingham handed the
Silverwolves their second loss of the postseason in a 9-0 shutout, giving the coveted title to Sato’s club. It was Bingham’s first championship game appearance since 2015 and its first title since 2013. Overall, Bingham has won 22 state titles, more than any other team in the state. Repeating as champions won’t be easy, considering the team’s heavy losses to graduation. However, Bingham has plenty of time to acclimate new players and come together as a unit before the Region 4 battles start. The Miners start region play April 9 at home against American Fork in the first of a threegame series. Before that, Miners scheduled six non-region contests. In addition, Bingham will take a break from region when it travels to the Lions Tournament in California April 15–18.
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High hopes abound once again for Bingham boys soccer By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
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hough late-winter/early spring weather may not agree, it’s time for high school athletes to get outside. The Bingham boys soccer team has kicked off its 2019 campaign, and players and coaches are optimistic about the outlook. “Expectations are similar to last year,” said head coach Leo Gonzalez, now in his second year. “We expect to hopefully finish first in region and go to state. We have a very good team and a lot of returning players.” Last season, the Miners placed third in the ultra-competitive Region 4 with a 5-4-3 record. Overall, Bingham was 9-5-3 in 2018 and advanced to the Class 6A sate semifinals, losing to Herriman 1-0. It was Bingham’s second-straight loss to Herriman in the semifinals. This season, Gonzalez plans to rely heavily on his seniors for leadership and for results on the field. The Miners have 10 seniors, making up the core of the team. “The seniors provide leadership and understand what we’re trying to accomplish on the field as our goals,” Gonzalez said. “The expectations are clear.”
Four of Bingham’s seniors were among the team’s top scorers last season. Spencer Tate paced the team with nine goals a year ago, and he’s back to lead the charge once again. Teammate Corbin Lawrance was second with seven goals in 2018. He’ll team with Tate on the front line to make things challenging for opposing defenses. Brayden Davis and Taylor Davis return for their senior seasons as well. The pair had four and two goals last season, respectively. Senior Zac Rothey is back at goalie this season. Gonzalez has two other options in two sophomores as well. Connor Portrey, who saw action last year, and Josh Sirstins will help man the net and add depth to the position. The two 10th-graders played in the Miners’ season opener March 7 at Granger in what ended up as a scoreless tie. Gonzalez is confident with his team’s goalkeeping has a few holes to fill on defense. “We feel secure about the job [Rothey] is going to do,” he said. “We need to replace our two center backs. We have new players progressing there and hope to avoid growing pains.”
Last season, as Gonzalez took over the program, there was an adjustment period where player and coaches had to get used to one another. Now, with a year in the system, Gonzalez is happy with the way everyone is responding. “We’re more in sync this year,” he said. “Everyone is sold 100 percent. I’m confident we can perform at a higher level. We have a physical team. The players are more mature in their skill set and understand what they need to do to be successful.” Bingham only played two non-region games in preparation for Region 4 action. Because the region only has five teams, each squad will face one another three times. The top four teams will qualify for the Class 6A state tournament. Bingham’s first league contest was at American Fork on March 15 winning 2-0, followed by a 1-0 home game victory over Westlake on March 20. “The region is tough, but I believe we can perform well,” Gonzalez said. “The main thing is to take it one game at a time. Every region game is a must-win.”
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he due date for taxes is quickly approaching. The Internal Revenue Service wants all taxes filed by April 15. As many are still trying to file their taxes, either with a consultant or at home with online services, the question bouncing around in frontal lobes is: how can I maximize my tax return? Hopefully, you should have already prepared for this. Sometime last year, you should have ensured your W-4 was correct, checking that it was set to withhold the right amount. A common mistake professionals in the tax industry see is not withholding enough during the year; making it so you’re paying money back to the IRS in spring, instead of receiving money in return. So, if you haven’t checked up on the withholding amount prescribed in your W-4 for a while, now would be a good time to do so. One of the most effective ways to maximize your tax return is to claim dependents. In other words, have some minis. For tax purposes, the more children the better. However, if you’re not the paternal type, you might be able to claim your spouse, parent, or friend as dependent, depending on the situation, and the necessary evidence. Those dependents will probably need some shelter. Another way to maximize your return is to buy a house. Mortgage insurance is deductible! In fact, there are many items that are deductible including: charitable donations, med-
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tate championships are nothing new at Bingham. The high school has added another prize to its trophy case. The girls basketball team capped a strong state tournament with a 46-41 victory over Copper Hills in the title game, played Feb. 23. The Miners won four playoff games over a six-day span, holding each opponent to less than 43 points. The suffocating defense wasn’t surprising; Bingham allowed just 45.8 points per game all season. Winning the state title was the culmination of another successful season for the program. Head coach Charron Mason was thrilled with the accomplishment. It was Bingham’s first state title since 2007. “It’s awesome!” Mason said of the victory and state crown. “It’s so amazing and fun. There are so many emotions. It was an incredible week with positive energy; it made every game fun. Winning the championship was a dream come true. It was a cool achievement for the players. They worked hard for it.” Winning the top prize in Class 6A helped ease some wounds from last season when the Miners came up short in the state championship game against Fremont. The victory over Copper Hills also avenged a loss to the Miners’ West Jordan neighbors from earlier this season when Bingham narrowly lost 53-51 on Dec. 5. In the final state tournament contest, the Miners jumped out to an 11-3 lead at the end of the first quarter, making it difficult for Copper Hills to get into its offense. Things tightened up from there, as the Grizzlies responded with a 14-8 run in the second to cut Bingham’s halftime advantage to 19-17. In the third quarter, the Miners allowed nine points and
scored 14 of its own to increase their lead to 33-26 heading into the final six minutes of play. From there, Bingham showed poise and composure to capture the championship trophy. “We wanted to play tough defense at state,” Mason said. “We had to get better. The girls worked hard at state and held teams to less than they were averaging. We made good steps as a team.” Senior star Maggie McCord made the game difficult for Copper Hills. She had 25 points, six rebounds and four assists in the contest. She picked a great time to tie her season high in scoring. No one else reached double figures in scoring, though Madison Jones tallied six points and seven rebounds to go with a pair of steals. “The feeling was different this year,” Mason said. “The girls has positive energy and wanted to play for each other. We hit free throws down the stretch. The girls didn’t act rattled. They were confident.” Bingham took first in Region 4 with a 7-1 record. In the playoffs, the Miners reached the title game with a first-round victory over Layton, 66-40; a quarterfinals win over Taylorsville, 63-39; and a narrow victory over Fremont in the semifinals, 46-42, getting revenge from last year’s championship contest loss. The Miners lost six games in non-region play, but Mason wasn’t worried. She purposefully scheduled some difficult games because she knew it would get her squad ready for the rigorous league slate and the postseason. “We had had a challenging season altogether,” she said. “The preseason set us up for Region 4. It taught us how to compete. Every game was challenging; we couldn’t take a day
off. Region 4 helped prepare us for state.” Mason has to replace McCord, who averaged 17.5 points per game this season. However, the Miners will have plenty of experience and talent in 2019–20. Juniors Jaycee Lichtie, Ameleya Angilau and Samantha Holman, who each averaged more than seven points per game, all come back next season. Jones and Kasia Higgins will also return for their senior seasons.
Bingham players hoist the Class 6A championship trophy following their 46-41 win over Copper Hills on Feb. 23. (Photo by Pat McDonald)
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