The science fair was held at Dixie State College. Joey has a lot of ties to Dixie College. His Great Grandpa --- Sam Brooks, Sr was the very first student to register there and he slept all night on the steps so he could be the first. This is a picture of Joe's parents holding a picture of Sam Brooks, Sr. This picture hangs in the Alumni House on campus.
The Science Fair was held in the Gardner Center and that building was names after Joey's Great Grandparents ...... Ken and Wilma Gardner.
It was a nice day for me to think about some of our heritage. I did a lot of sitting around and waiting. I don't think Joey thought very much about it. He had money burning a hole in his pocket because all he cared about was buying a new Dixie football at the Bookstore. He lucked out because they were on clearance for only $.66!
3 comments:
So many reasons to love St. George!
I remember winning the science fair and I was so excited about it until I realized I had to spend ALL DAY on a SATURDAY sitting in the middle of the mall in front of my booth...I couldn't go anywhere else. How is that winning...it was more like a punishment! I did get a pin that said "I love Science" I think I still have it. lol
science and economics...Awesome! I think I'll start using soap in my laundry. Thanks Joey :)
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