District News

• Make the 'heart' sing! and vote!

  Union’s 6th/7th Grade Center has completely outgrown space for its popular and enriching band, orchestra, and vocal music classes.  Students have had to be bused to the High School for enough space.  A new fine arts wing at the 6/7th Grade Center will save valuable learning time and transportation costs.  This Valentine’s Day help provide space and instruments for “music to make the heart sing”---Vote in Union’s important February 14 school bond election.  For more information, click here.

• Union presents "The Wizard of Oz" Feb. 1-4

  The Union High School Fine Arts Department is proud to present the all-school musical of "The Wizard of Oz," featuring Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Toto, lots of munchkins and the Wicked Witch of the West. The musical runs 7 p.m. nightly, Wednesday through Saturday, Feb. 1-4.

  Directed by Troy Powell, the musical features live music, singing and dancing from student performers you have grown to love and many new faces, including munchkins from several elementary schools. This version features the Jitterbug, flying bicycles, a twister, and some of the most beloved tunes in American history.

  A few tickets remain. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students, and may be purchased at the High School. Rehearsal pictures inside!

  

• Junior/senior virtual course offerings

  The Union Virtual Learning Academy currently offers virtual courses for juniors and seniors at the High School as part of the Union Collegiate Academy.

  Superintendent Dr. Cathy Burden said, “The program provides online instruction with Union teachers available to assist students. Students enjoy moving at their own pace and working at various times of the day or week. They can complete their coursework at night, on the weekend or around their work schedule. The program helps them to gain independence and learn time management.” 

  See a list of courses and apply to take a virtual course!

  

• Board reviewing 2012-2013 calendar

  The Board of Education will consider final approval of a school calendar for the 2012-2013 school year. The Board is considering two options for approval on February 13. See inside to view both options.

• Enjoy breakfast with Auntie Em Feb. 4

  

  Union High School is excited to present The Wizard of Oz as this year's all-school musical February 1-4.

  Children are invited to have breakfast with characters from The Wizard of Oz at Auntie Em's Character Breakfast on Saturday, February 4, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the Studio Theater at the High School. The cost is $10 per person. Have your photo taken with a character and enjoy a yummy pancake breakfast!

  For more information or to make your reservations, please contact Kathy Owens  ksowens@cox.net . Seating is limited and will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis.
  

• Apply for Foundation teacher grants

  The Union Schools Education Foundation offers grants to educators of the Union School District. Grants enhance the educational environment and fund projects that provide unique and creative educational opportunities for students that otherwise would not be funded through district allocations.

  The grant request deadline is January 31, 2012. Please complete the entire application form and forward to: Union Schools Education Foundation; Grants Review Chairman 2012 ; 8506 E. 61st Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133--1926
  

• Pack the UMAC Tuesday, Jan. 31

  Union Basketball wants you to help us Pack the UMAC on Tuesday night, January 31, 2012.  It’s $1 Admission Night! We want to see you there!

  Tip Off for the Varsity Girls is 6 p.m.
  Tip Off for the Varsity Boys is 7:30 p.m.

• Financial help for college

  .... information on federal student aid applications inside

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