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When it counts
November 27, 2012
Four-year-old Tyjanae Johnson doesn't know it now, but how well she masters counting objects in prekindergarten will affect her future math performance.
Just learning to recite numbers isn't enough to prepare children for math success later in life, according to a new research study from the University of Missouri.
"Reciting means saying the numbers from memory in chronological order, whereas counting involves understanding that each item in the set is counted once and that the last number stated is the amount for the entire set," said Louis Manfra, an assistant professor and researcher at MU's Department of Human Development and Family Studies.
The study will be published in an upcoming issue of the Journal of Research in Childhood Education.
Tyjanae attends Union Public Schools' Rosa Parks Early Childhood Center.
With a measuring tape around her wrist, Tyjanae Johnson, 4, laughs as she plays with Jada Jackson, 3, (left) and other students at Rosa Parks Early Childhood Center in Tulsa. JOHN CLANTON / Tulsa World
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Law: subs can substitute longer
November 26, 2012
Substitute teachers can stay in the same classroom assignment longer under a newly amended law, providing increased flexibility for school districts and more continuity for students, area school administrators say.... more
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Response given regarding voucher case
November 24, 2012
Response from Superpentendents Dr. Cathy Burden (Union)and Dr. Kirby Lehman (Jenks): The Oklahoma Supreme Court’s decision today (11-20-12) in the school voucher program lawsuit did not address the issue of constitutionality of vouchers in this state. Rather, the Court refused to rule on the constitutional issues solely on the basis of who can sue and who can be sued when challenging the constitutionality of a law. This decision clearly leaves open the constitutional issues raised by both school districts. Two of the justices dissented saying “[t]he constitutional issue has been fairly joined” and that they “would decide the issue.” Unfortunately, the majority chose to not address the constitutional issues. The Union and Jenks School District Superintendents and Boards of Education will review the Supreme Court decision and make a determination in the near future as to any potential future action. ... more
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Darnaby arts, crafts fair set Dec. 1
November 24, 2012
Darnaby Elementary will host its 31st Arts and Crafts Show, December 1, at the Union Multipurpose Activity Center, 6836 S. Mingo.
SCHOOL SUPPORT: Norma Clary, a long-time vendor with Darnaby’s arts and crafts fair, stands in her wreath booth. The event is free to the public and will be held Dec. 1, 9 – 4 p.m., at the Union Multipurpose Activity Center, 6836 S. Mingo.... more
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8th Grade Parent Night Nov. 27
November 23, 2012
Union 8th Grade Center Principal Marla Robinson would like to invite you to a Parent Night on Tuesday, November 27. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the 8th Grade Center Commons. The counseling staff will be discussing graduation requirements and the OKCIS program. OKCIS is a career exploration computer program that is available to 8th grade students and their families. ... more
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Cox to televise Union-Jenks playoff
November 20, 2012
Cox Cable is televising Friday’s Class 6A football semifinal between No. 1 Jenks and No. 3 Union, the Tulsa World has learned. The broadcast will air on Cox 3 and 703, starting at 7:30 p.m. from Broken Arrow’s Memorial Stadium/Tiger Field.... more
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School closed for Thanksgiving
November 20, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving. There will be no school Wednesday-Friday, November 21-23, for the Thanksgiving Break. ... more
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Y at Union closed for Thanksgiving
November 20, 2012
The Y at Union will be closed the dates of November 21-23 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will re open at 8 a.m. on Saturday, November 24. Please feel free to utilize our Dickenson Family YMCA (85th and Garnett) or the South Neighborhood YMCA (101st and Yale) during the 21st and 23rd. All YMCA facilities are closed on November 22 for Thanksgiving Day in observance of Thanksgiving. ... more
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Union vs. Jenks football tickets
November 20, 2012
Union Redskins vs. Jenks Trojans
OSSAA 6A Semifinal Playoffs
Friday, November 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Broken Arrow Memorial Stadium
Gates open at 6 p.m.
Tickets on sale at the UMAC Ticket Booth
Tuesday, November 20 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday, November 21 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Union is the home team & will sit on the west side.
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McAuliffe Teacher of the Year
November 19, 2012
Congratulations to teacher Steve Martin, fourth/fifth grade looping, for being named Teacher of the Teacher of the Year at McAuliffe Elementary.
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