Chase Awards Add Different Age Divisions

Wed., Jan. 15, 1997

Ali Krogel Shadle Park

Once again it is time to nominate outstanding young people for the Chase Youth Awards. But this year, there are a few added twists.

Instead of only one age group for competitors, the commission has divided entrants into two categories. The Youth Division is for students attending kindergarten through sixth grade and the Teen Division will include grades 7-12.

A new award called the “Jim Chase Memorial Award” has been created for adults who have taken an interest in bettering the lives of local youth.

Nominations are being sought in the following categories: Citizenship, Community Service, Courage, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Concern, Leadership, Personal Achievement, and the “Spirit of Jim Chase” Group Award. Recipients in each category will be chosen by a selection committee appointed by the Chase Youth Commission.

Emphasis will be given to nominees whose significant contributions have been made in the recent past. Nominees must be from the Spokane area.

Judging will be based on the level of commitment to a specific goal or accomplishment, as well as the results of this accomplishment.

Nomination forms are available at City Hall, all public libraries, community centers, area schools or by calling the Chase Youth Commission at 625-6440.

All nominees will be honored with a certificate at the 10th annual Chase Youth Awards ceremony on March 25. Winners in each of the categories will receive a $100 Savings Bond.

The deadline for nominations is Feb. 19, so there’s no time to delay. Take the time and make the effort to show that special young person in your life that his or her efforts haven’t gone unnoticed.

Things to do: Tired of winter? Bored out of your mind? Well the Spokane Parks and Recreation Department and the Corbin Art Center offers activities for teens with a variety of interests. Whether you’re an artist, writer, jock or just want to relax, there’s an activity for you. Check out these ideas:

Ski Days at Silver or Red Mountain, ages 12-18. Feb. 1, 8, 17, 20 and 27. For more information call 482-0708.

Corbin Art Center (507 W. 7th Ave.) Winter Workshops. Learn to make Fimo Hearts for Valentine’s Day, Feb. 8 from 1-3 p.m. Cost: $14.

Color Theory workshop, March 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $24.

Sci-Fi Fantasy Writing Workshop, March 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $19

San Juan Bike Trip, ages 12-18. For more info, call 482-0708.

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