Local author J. Scott Savage has captivated students across the Weber School District with his inspiring message about the power of creativity and storytelling. Over the past week, Savage visited twelve schools in the district, sharing his expertise and encouraging students to embrace their imaginations.
During his visits, Savage guided students through the elements of a well-crafted story, from character development to plot structure. Students were then challenged to create their own original storylines, sparking their creativity and fostering a love for writing.
Savage, a prolific author with over 20 books to his name, primarily focuses on children's fantasy. His latest work, "Quantum Interstellar Sports League," has been praised for its imaginative world-building and engaging characters.
The author's visits have been met with enthusiasm from both students and educators. By inspiring young minds to explore the world of storytelling, Savage hopes to cultivate a new generation of writers and readers.
As part of the presentation Savage shares the power of stories and how every student can engage the process of storytelling. Savage says, "I want kids to see that reading and writing can be fun and not a chore."
Also,On Saturday, September 21, author J. Scott Savage launched his new book, Quantum Interstellar Sports League, at Mountain View Junior High. Over 300 attendees were able to play a football throwing game, solve puzzles and complete a ring toss so they could earn a spin at the prize wheel. J. Scott Savage signed his new book and gave away posters, trading cards and bookmarks. Special thanks to Mountain View Junior High for hosting this event and WSD Library Technology Specialists for volunteering their time to help.
Ms.Gill's FCCLA members and her Outdoor Sewing class made over 50 beanies for Lakeview Elementary students. Ms. Gill and her students walked to Lakeview and presented the beanies to the counselor and administration for them to give out to those in need.
Roy Junior High School was established in 1956 and has existed in the same location since that time. There have been a few additions and improvements to the building—during the sixties as wing was added on the south end of the building housing eight classrooms and a media center. In 1981 a new gymnasium was added. For its age, Roy Junior High has been well taken-care-of and remodeled over the years to serve our ever-growing student body.
With over 900 students, RJHS serves students from Roy, Lakeview, Municipal, and Freedom elementary schools and is one of the largest junior highs in the district.
Roy Junior High faculty consists of a principal, an assistant principal, three counselors, and 40 teachers.