Page 16 ------May-June, 2001 Union Redskin Baseball ri-tE CoMMUNiCATOR Players Go to Bat MAy-JUNE 2001 for Sick Kids Members of the first-place ranked Union Redskins varsity baseball team took some time away from the diamond to visit with children in the St. Francis Hospital Pediatric Unit. Through t he efforts of Susie Boyce and the Union Baseball Boosters, players were provided the opportunity to visit with young patients, their families and the nursing staff. The boys distributed baskt!ts uf treats and small gifts, and spent time chatting about Redskin baseball.

"The experience was very rewarding for everyone involved," said head coach Bill Springman, who hopes to make the o ut­ ing an annual event for his Redskin play­ ers. "It was important to have our team get outside of the 'baseball world' for a Billy Ramey (junior outfielder), Tyler Gooch (senior shortstop), Tony Cerar (senior pitcher) and day, and take notice of the real world." Michael Garner (senior first baseman) trade laughs with patient Antonio Smith, who especially enjoyed talking baseball wit II his new friends.

Long-Time Teacher Noted For Setting High Math Standards U nion High School senior math and col­ tiating some of Union's fi rst accelerated plete math classes at an accelerated rate lege algebra teacher Mickey (Turnage) math classes. and, after joining the High School facul­ Toney has seen lots of changes in her ty in 1972, she championed the devel­ 29 years at Union. But she says one Toney, a graduate of East Central High opment of an advanced math track thing remains the same--students can be School and Northeastern State beginning in middle school. The Union challenged to tackle advanced math University, began her career in 1971 graduating class of 1975 was the first to courses. In fact, she is credited with ini- after being offered a second semester be officially offered the program. "One teaching job at Union Middle student came to me and said, 'I've taken School by then principal Jim all the math we have.' So we enrolled Dobbins. Now looking back him in an independent math analysis on a career that spans three class and placed him in my geometry decades, Toney recalls mov­ class," she said, explaining that particu­ ing her first eighth grade lar move was a forerunner to offering class at such a brisk pace calculus at Union High School. they finished the math book ten weeks early. Believing her Toney says she has seen the math pro­ students were capable of gram grow in both quality and numbers. learning even more, the new "I've seen the school go from havin g two teacher asked for some old people in the math department to now algebra books to finish out having l3 math and computer teachers the school year. in just two grades. Math readiness has improved overall , and it's been a pleas­ That experience led Toney to ure to see the growth and positive Pictured is Union High School math teacher Mickey Toney as believe that man)' students she takes a front-row seat to her senior math/ college algebra things that have happened at Union." class. could be challenged to com-

Union Public Schools 5656 S. 129th E. Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma 74134-6711 May~une,20 0l ______Page IS Page 2 ------May-June, 2001

P TA Comm u nique (Cont.) munication between home and school. PTSA such a blessing in my life. I take with me very Union 6th/ 7th Graders Cheer New American Citizens special memories of shared moments with so a good time. The PTSA also had three functions volunteers gave their time to promote the Reflections program, College and Career Night, many of you, and I appreciate all the time and Sitting under a large American flag and In addition, several dignitaries lies and guests. Those speaking inclu fo r the teachers: a back to school luncheon, a special memories you have given to my family. Chrisunas breakfast and a Black Hat luncheon the After-Prom Party and our PTSA·sponsored showing pride in their heritage more addressed the students, citizens, farni- ed Union 6th/ 7th Center princip< scholarship program. My daughters were blessed with the opportuni· than 60 people became new Richard Berumen; j oe Corbett (hats off to the great work that they do for our ties Union had to offer, and I particularly appre· American citizens during a natu­ students) for teacher appreciation week. I have been personally blessed to serve with ciate the administrators and school board mem· of the Immigration and wonderful officers and volunteers who give so raUzation ceremony at the Union There are so many other things I want to say. I bers who worked tirelessly to ensure that my Naturalization Service; and generously of their time and talents. From 6/7th Grade Center. Presiding would like to thank everyone by name who has children had a safe and positive learning envi· keynote speaker, Tulsa County ensuring that the students are provided a safe were United States District District Attorney Tim Harris. helped me this year, but this letter would be too ronment. long and wouldn't get published. So, I have to and fun environment after the prom to promot· judge Sven Erik Ho lmes, ing College and Career Night to make certain I also want to give special thanks to the High Bankruptcy judge Dana Rasure, Following the administering of say thank you to my great PTSA Board who was School administrators, Dave Stauffer, Art Naylor, always there when I needed them and thank that student opportunities for success are opti· and United States Magistrate the Oath of Allegiance, the new mized, our High School volunteers have given Denise Vaniadis and Randy Craven, who have Judge Claire V. Eagan. Americans posed for pictures you to the office personnel for being there for made serving as PTSA president such a pleas· me when I needed answers to questions. constant support and assistance to our students. and enjoyed a lunch of hot Thanks to each and every one of yon for the ure. Thanks to each of you for the concern and Standing to their feet, the stu­ dogs and ice cream. Foreign It has been a great year, and I know it was all generous contributions of your time and talents. care you give to even the little details that affect dents cheered and applauded possible because of the great patrons of Union. .. our children. countries represented includ­ Since my youngest daughter is graduating, this determination of the immigrants ed Germany, Mex.ico, Laos, Suzette Baker, l11termediate High School is my last year at Union. I want to thank all Trudy Wanen, High School PTSA Preside11t who chose to become citizens of Vietnam, Greece, Thailand, PTSA President those who have made volunteering at Union the United States. The Union Syria, Germany, Peru, Jordan, Sixth Grade Honor Choir and Yugoslavia, Kazakhstan, Hi~th School Union Seventh Grade Band per­ Lebanon, United Kingdom, It has been a rewarding year for the Union High Juniors & Seniors Help Gatesway Residents formed patriotic musical selec­ Trinidad, Egypt, Peoples School PTSA. Parents and educators have Dance the Night Away tions and accompanied the Republic of China, Philippines, worked diligently to improve the opportunities crowd in singing the "Star Cuba, Taiwan, India, Chile, available to our students and to increase com· Union High success. "All School junior Spangled Banner." New U.S. citizen Adriana Becarra of Mexico, and son, Markus, proudly Costa Rica, Honduras, Iran, the residents wave an American flag. Pakistan and Peru. class officers had such a provided a wonderfu l night of danc­ time," she said, Dr. Bonnie johnson is Named Director of the Year ing and fun explaining the for residents II'•• junior class T­ Dr. Bonnie Johnson, in charge of Oklahoma Directors of Special Services served as of the Broken shirts are now Special Services for Union Public (ODSS) conference in Oklahoma City. Union's Director A r r o w popular wear Schools, has been selected as Oklahoma Dr. Johnson, who holds a Ph.D. in of Special Ser­ Gatesway on the Gates­ vices since 1997. Special Education Director of the Year. Applied Behavioral Studies in Education Foundation, way campus. The honor was announced at the annual from Oklahoma State University, has Prior to that she an organiza­ was Coordinator "The students tion providing of Special Educa­ worked so tion for three living options hard. And Alternative School Students years in Sand and vocational what im- Revisit Paradise Springs. programs for pressed me adults with most was they An evening of magic created Jots of The award is developmental didn't just sit memories for those attending the Union based on contri- Dr. Bonnie Johnson disabilities in along the side­ Alternative School's second annual butions to the field, support of col­ central and lines and spring dance, "A Night in Paradise." leagues and participation with other Northeastern watch--they Students transformed the commons professionals. According to Lonetta Oklahoma. danced with area into a deserted tropical island, Sprague, Assistant Superintendent of our residents complete with grass huts, coconut trees Special Services for Sand Springs Public During the 2001-2002 school year, Ascending on and created a and cool breezes. Under the direction of Schools, who presented the award, "Dr. Union students will have two opportuni­ the Gatesway lot of fun for faculty sponsor Tiffany Holden and Johnson's greatest attribute is her will­ ties to participate in this process. gym n asium everyone." principal Richard Storm, s tudents ingness to share her knowledge and wi th crepe expertise with others." raised money and created decorations July 16-17, 9:00 A.M.-Noon paper, bal- This was the for what many called "the best night of Applications available at Grove loons, paper second year The Oklahoma Directors ot' Special Elementary for students in first through my ille." Services is a state organization com­ and paint, jun­ junior class officers include, front row, from left, Matt johns, UHS students fifth grades. Students in grades six ior and senior Miranda Roberts, Hunter Niemi and Gerald Buchanan; sec­ have organized prised of district administrators repre­ through twelve may complete an appli­ ond row, Kylie Baltaglia, Lacey Hearly; and top row, Robby Senior Jamie East summed up the event class officers the event, and senting all public schools and special cation at the Union Intermediate High Barnes. best. "It was incredible how we pulled education cooperatives in the state, as provided deco­ both Bennett together as a school and put together School. Pre-conferencing at the time of well as the special education section of application pick up. rations and refreshments, and coordi­ and student leaders expressed hope our own dance. Sometimes we are not the State Department of Education. nated the services of Tom Emerson of that the tradition will continue for many convinced that we deserve a beautiful July 18-1 9. 9:00 A.M.-Noon Infinity Music, who donated time and years to come. junior class officers evening but because of everyone's Front Cover equipment for the Ught show and music. include Kylie Battaglia, Gerald Pictured left to right are Student Council and Testing at Grove Elementary and Union efforts, we were able to enjoy something Intermediate High School, with post­ Party guests were also presented with Buchanan, Hunter Niemi, Miranda positive in our lives." Senior Class officers Crystal Littlejohn, Kevin Landsverk, joey Guzman, Stephanie Ellis, ]oe.A _o nferencing to follow. junior class T-shirts and snow globe pic­ Roberts Robbie Barnes and Lacey Union Alternative seniors take time out from deco­ Armstrong and (front) Stephanie Cope/ana. ture frames. Heatly; faculty sponsors are Gary rating to imitate artwork on a mural created by Area businesses provided more than 54 The High School's new marquee and message The second opportunity will be in the Pinkerton and Bill Padgett. Assisting student Jamie East. At left, from the bottom, are door prizes. One lucky student won board, sl10wn behind l11e 9rads, was funded Chuck Barrett, Ashley Aveilhe, and East; at right, spring of 2002. The schedule will be Gatesway volunteer coordinator Rise with the event were senior class officers from the bottom, Amanda Soward, julie Waugh, clinner for two and a free limousine ride through the district's exclusive contract with announced after the spring standard­ Bennett echoed the sentiments of the and members of the junior and senior Coke. and T.]. Gibbons. to the dance. ized test dates are confirmed. students in declaring the event a great classes. May-June, 2001 ______Page 3 Page 14 ------May-June, 2001

PTA Communique (Cont.) Peters Elementary' Our JYI'A gives needed support to several organ­ A Big "Thank You" For Graduation Celebration 2001 Supporters were spending money in their classrooms, and izations and events within the school. We have all enjoyed another great year at As chairman of this year's Graduation Company, Carol & Duane Friesen, Reasor's, Red Lobster, Reliable throughout the year PTA funds purchased Peters! Our parent support has remained Engineering Challenge, Student Council, book elebration, I would like to thank the Frontier Produce, Mark & Rachel Chevrolet, Romano's Macaroni Grill, books, maps, equipment, musical instruments, strong with many new faces this year. We con­ fairs, school pictures, Klothes Kloset, PE uni mmerous sponsors, donors, chairmen, Godsey, Grady's American Grill, Green reading workbooks, chess resources and much, tinue to be amazed at all that our teachers and forms, the Union Schools Education Foundation Sam's Club, Service Merchandise, Brad volunteers and parents who worked so much more. parents do for our school and are thankful that and D-FY are just a few of the many times our Onion Restaurant, Grove Elementary Shelton, Sheraton Hotel, Smoothie we are part of such a strong district. volunteers and funds were needed and used. hard and gave so much in order to make PTA, Hobby Lobby, Homeland Stores, King, Sonic Drive-In, St. John Medical We enjoyed sponsoring family activities this year's party a tremendous success. Due to the success of JYI'A fund raising, we have Homerun Pizza, ].C. Penney's, Jarman Center, Staples Office Superstore, throughout the year. Bingo Night had big win­ We started the year with the return of Bingo. Following commencement, there were Elementary PTA, Jarman Elementary State Farm Insurance, Subway, T-N-T ners with wonderful prizes and cash. Kidz been able to purchase many items through our This fun, famil y event had been something PTA 589 seniors present at this all-night Students, Chuck johnson, Patricia & Auto Glass, Taco Bueno, TGI Friday's, Giftland was a shopping delight for the students had sponsored in the past but had discontinued. Mini-Grant Program for teachers and schoolwide projects. This year we have approved grants for party that included food, games, enter­ Bruce Johnson, Kenny's Auto Tulsa Plant Design, Turpen & as they purchased holiday gifts for their loved We decided it sounded like a fun evening for tainment, dancing and prizes. Many ones. Winter was brightened with our Carnival, $14,000.00 schoolwide. These funds allow Accessories, Kim Long's, Kit's Takee­ Associates, Union PTA Council, Union the community, so we tried it once again. None seniors approached me during the with games in every classroom, a giant slide teachers to purchase items not available Outee, Kmart, Linens·N-Things, Local Varsity Cheerleaders, Union Schools of us know why it was ever dropped! What a evening to tell me what a fun time they and Jupiter Jump, and every kind of food imag­ great turnout from our community of parents through bonds or other school funds but which Oklahoma Bank, Lowe's, Manhattan Education Foundation, Union 6th/7th inable. Spring saw another Bingo with more and teachers. Our emphasis was not on how are needed for their classrooms and s tude nL~ to were having and to say "thank you." Bagel, Mazzio's, McAuliffe Elementary Grade Center PTA, Union Intermediate prizes and cash and a free game for a $100 much money we could raise (although we did enrich and enhance learning. Donations were Those who attended had a great time, PTA, Gary & Sarah McBryde, Gloria & High School PTSA, Union 8th Grade prize. To thank the McAuliffe families for their turn a profit!) but on bringing everyone togeth· also given to D-FY and Operation Union Cares, made many special memories, and then Dave McKellips, Merritt's Bakery, Center PTA, Union Public Schools Print support throughout the year, we ended the year er for a night of fami ly fun. This will definite­ organizations which help our students. went home tired, but safe. Moore Elementary PTA, Jennifer Shop, VoiceStream Cellular, Wal-Mart, with a Free Family Night on the playground ly be a yea rly Back-to-School event. I am grateful for the wonderful and great vol­ Nation, Norvell-Marcum Co., Inc., Rhonda & Robert Winters, and Bill & This event would not have been possible with many inflatable games and free treats for Our students returned to school to find many unteers and JYl'A Board Members that I have had Office Depot, On the Border, Oshman's Denise Wright. all. the privilege to work with this year. Thank you without all of the wonderful contribu­ Superstore, P-F Unlimited, Inc., new titles in the library. The previous spring tions of cash, food, prizes and services The McAuliffe PTA supports D-FY, Graduation we had held a Jog-a-Thon strictly to put new for all you have done to make the 6th/7th Paradise Bakery, Peters Elementary Again, thank you to all who were Celebration, Klothes Kloset and Reflections with books on the shelves. The teachers had a great Grade Center great!! that we received. The following busi­ PTA, Phillips Petroleum, Pinkston's involved in helping with Graduation their volunteer hours and contributions. As time ordering books for their grade level, and Irene Castell, 6th/ 7th Grade Center PTA nesses and individuals were very gra­ Turf Services, Patti & Charles Pitcock, Celebration 2001. always, JYI'A members have provided hours and the students were so excited to have new titles President cious in their giving and because of their QuikTrip Corporation, RCB Bank, - Teri Griffin hours of volunteer help as testing monitors, to choose from. PTA also bought 20 chess generosity, we were able to provide 589 reading helpers, media volunteers, workroom games to help get the newly formed chess club Eiclztlz Grade Center seniors with an entertaining, yet safe, volunteers.. the list goes on and on! McAuliffe off the ground. Our ARC teacher meets twice a We had a wonderful yea r! The JYI'A sponsored evening: Adams Mark Hotel, Airco Chemistry Students Cut to the Bare Bones parents (and grandparents!) are very generous week with this group to help expand their hori· three dances throughout the year and the stu­ Service, Inc., Albertson's, All Star with their time! Thanks to all who have helped zons! dents seemed to have a good time. We also had Sports, American Eagle Outfitters, make this year such a success!! The Peters Arts and Crafts Show in November a pizza day at the end of each nine-weeks peri· Andersen Elementary PTA, Applebee's, Arby's, Arkansas Valley State Bank, Dorothy Harkrider, McAuliffe PTA President featured many great buys just in time for the od. rvest/ State Bank, Back Yard Burgers, holidays. Our Spring Carnival was a huge suc­ We are proud to have very talented and creativ lAMA Companies, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Moore Elementary cess once again. Based on the crowd in the students. Some entered the Reflections contest, Best Buy, Bill & Ruth's, Blockbuster What an amazing first year at Moore prize room at the end of a fun evening, we and many also tried out for the talent shmv. know the majority of our student body enjoyed Video, Blue Bell Ice Cream, Ron & Kay Elementary! I want to personally thank the JYI'A offered the very popular book sox at sched­ Union JYI'A Council and all the Union JYl'As who a great time at the carnival. Blythe, Boevers Elementary PTA, ule pickup. The PTA has also been fortunate Braum's, Briarglen Elementary PTA, have helped us financially. We would never All these events, along with the monthly skat­ enough to be able to purchase a message board Broken Arrow Civitan Club, Burger have been able to accomplish the things we did ing, popcorn, newsletter, box tops, membership so the students may be informed of all upcom­ this year without your support. drive and directory, called for many hours from King (Pamax Management), ing activities and events. We also purchased Carrabba's Italian Restaurant, Cedar our volunteers. We could always find someone much-needed classroom supplies to be shared Carol Friesen, a Union volunteer, helped our Ridge Elementary PTA, Chick-Fil-A, JYI'A provide "My School is MOORE Fun" buttons willing to step up and get the job done. We by a large number of our students. We are very Chili's Restaurant, Cici's Pizza, Cintas to all students and staff at the beginning of the know that it is this dedication to making our grateful to parent volunteers who have given school year. The JYI'A sponsored popcorn and schools the best they can be that will make a much of their time to help out. They were very Corporation, Citgo Petroleum, Coca­ ice cream days, Spirit Days, Skate Nights and a difference in the long run. We have had a year helpful at our dances as chaperones and as con­ Cola, Conner & Winters, Corporate talent show during the year. Parental support filled with memories. After a relaxing break cession help. Many also helped during pizza Challenge, Cricket Communications, was strong at all of our fund raisers including this summer, we'll be ready to do it all again! days and during testing as monitors. We have Cunningham Fine jewelry, Darnaby two Bingos, a Fun Run Jog-a-Thon, a Carnival, Ginger Swauson, Peters PTA President truly appreciated their help and could not have Elementary PTA, Diamond's Edge, El and a wonderful "First Families of Moore accomplished all our activities without them. Chico, El Paso BBQ, EyeMart Express, Cookbook." This support enabled the PTA to Vickie Morrison, Eighth Grade Center PTA Flintco, Inc., Floral Haven Funeral Sixtii/Seventh Grade Center purchase much-anticipated playground equip· President Home, Ford Motor Credit, Ford Motor Displaying their unusual project are from left, Dr. jay Ross, Erin Smith, Lisa Ryan, ]anae Wallace, ment and a school marquee, as well as other Life at the Sixth/Seventh Grade Center has been Company - Glass Plant, Ford Motor ]enna Haggard, Amanda Karri, Yvonne Pham, Dustin Gamble; standing in back, Leah Pranger and educational items for the classrooms. busy, big and fun from August to May. We start· Intermediate Hielz School Andre Boustani and, kneeling, teacher Brad Cast. ed the year with schedule pickup and touring This year has been one of great changes and Our PTA membership was outstanding! Union Intermediate High School chem­ Marshall T. Moore PTA received three awards at the school to find classes. We welcomed our challenges. We started the year with a new ing the chore of preparing the skeleton teachers with a Back·t(}School lunch catered by principal and two new assistant principals. It the Communicator istry teacher Brad Cast moved his class­ for display. the Oklahoma JYI'A Convention in November: 1) room to a Broken Arrow pasture in Oak Tree Award, 2) Gold Acorn Award and 3) the Outback. There was plenty of food, fun , was really wonderful getting to know them and The Communicator (USPS 097 430) is pub· February, challenging students through Wearing old clothes, latex gloves and Beacon of Light Award. It was the first time the prizes and even tests for the teachers. All of the working with them. Schedule pickup was a lit· lished bi-monthly with extra issues in October a grueling, but educational, "hands-on" Vicks Vap-0-Rub, the students used Beacon of Light Award had been given, and we teachers joined PTA again this year, and we tie hectic at first, but it got smoother as the days and January by Union Public Schools, 5656 S. !29th E. Ave., Tulsa, OK 74134·6711. It is science project to assist a local veteri· Exacto knives to strip the horse's body were honored to be the first recipient. These appreciate their support. went by. We had two pep rallies and guest issued to patrons of the Union Public School narian in securing a horse skeleton for and clean the bones. Once clean, the are only some of the highlights of our year. It Our first event for the 7th grade students was a speaker assemblies during the year. The ninth District free of charge. Dr. Cathy Burden is graders really enjoyed Crash Court. The direc­ his examination room. Under the tute­ bones were erected into a skeletal ills­ has been a very successful and rewarding year western dance in August with other dances held Superintendent of Schools. Gretchen Haas­ lage of Dr. jay Ross, DVM, of Oak Grove tories finally came out in December .. better lat~; Bethel) is Communications Director/Editor. play that will be used as a teaching tool in many ways. I want to personally thank my in November and February. Our 6th grade stu­ Veterinary Hospital, students interested Executive Committee, Board members, faculty than never. JYI'SA had four pizza days for the fhe Communicator staff includes Janie by Dr. Ross. Accorcling to Cast, the task dents had a skating party in October and a Froman, Shannon Phillips and Beverly in the medical and/ or veterinary fields was long and sometimes difficult, but and staff for all your endless support. I am Winter Fun Night in January and their first students and as our only fund raisers, we did Thummel. Periodicals postage paid at Tulsa, very well. spent several weeks dissecting the body provided students with the rare oppor­ anticipating another wonderful year in 200 1· dance in May. Our Reflections contest went OK. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to of a euthanized horse, whose owner 2002! The Communicator, 5656 S. 129th E. Ave., tunity to work alongside a veterinarian well, with some students advancing to state Three dances, including the sophomore semi­ donated the carcass. Cast's students and to study, first-hand, the anatomical joy Gtovet; Moore PTA President Tulsa, OK 74134-6711, or call459·3305. competition. formal, were all well received and everyone had observed the autopsy prior to undertak- features of a large animal. Page 4 ------May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page 13

Fine Arts Students PTA Communique (Cont.) Grove Elemeutary my computer, they do not seem to do justice to all our volunteers have accomplished. With the Experience Outstanding my sincere thanks and gratitude to everyone What an exceptional year we've had at Grove! who has made this year so successfu l--our prin­ We are celebrating the school's 25th anniver· help of many parents and through the dedica· Year cipal, teachers, staff, parents and students. We sary, and this event was commemorated lion of our Board, many exciting projects were IJave truly had a blessed year and have much to throughout the year. We began the year with taken on throughout the year. Everything's coming up roses for be thankful for. our annual school supplies, T-shirts, member­ From the first day Jarman's doors opened for Union's Renegade Regiment marching Lori Bell, Cedar Ridge PTA President ship and directory sales the week before school Meet Your Teacher in August, PTA has been band. started. Qur T-shirts were very patriotic, carry­ busy. Pre·ordered school supplies were deliv· The nationally known corps earned top Rov Clark Elementary ing the theme of "25 Years of Excellence." ered, spirit T-shirts and cool bag tags were honors at the Bands of America (BOA) Another exciting school year has come and gone Our second annual "Tailgate Party" coincided ordered, PTA memberships sold and directory Regional Competition in St. Louis and at Roy Clark. This year saw an 80% increase in with Meet the Teacher Open House and featured orders taken. All this before school even start· continued their winning streak with a M'A membership and a 100% membership from a jupiter jump, a clown making balloon animals, ed!! We hosted a fantastic "Welcome Back first place win at the Oklahoma the teaching staff. The Roy Clark famil y of obstacle course, face painting, "Guess the score Breakfast" for teachers and staff. New parent Bandmasters Association (OBA) State teachers, parents and students showed their of the BA-Union game," autographed football orientations were attended in record numbers. Union High School orcltestra members brought home superior ratings, and tlw Festival Honor school pride by supporting the PTA sale of T· and the beginning of school saw our colorful Marching Championships. With their Group Award (First Place) from the 2001 Dixie Classic National Adjudicators Invitational held in giveaway, and a special anniversary balloon shirts carrying the slogan "Roy Clark launch. Free hot dogs, popcorn and drinks were Parent Volunteer Packets relllrni ng in a highly tenth place finish out of 88 units at St. Louis, Missouri. Pictured left to right are: Natalie Eneff, jennifer Janssens, A nthony Quinn, successful drive for volunteer involvement. Grand Nationals, they are the only Lyndon Guo, Matt Tate, Alicia Langham, Kristi Wyatt, director Pete Peterson, Amber Allison, jacob Elementary ·· A Great Place to Learn." provided for families who showed their PTA Oklahoma band to have placed as a top· Ide, Brandon Green and Eric Brown. The efforts of a dedicated PTA Board and vol­ membership card or joined PTA that night. Our Our two big events fo r the year ·· our fall jog-a­ 12 band the last six years at nationals. unteers resulted in many successful fu nd-raising main fund raiser for the year, Cherrydale Thon and our spring Bingo Night ·· were phe­ Their hard work paid off when they Achievement Award for maintaining a the University of Tulsa, and their work activities and events. These well-organized activ­ Farms, raised just under SI 0,000 for our play­ nomenal successes. There were, however, many received and accepted an invitation to collective grade-point average of 3.S27. advanced to New York for national judg· ities were rewarded by the enthusiastic support ground fund and for classroom donations. We other PTA-sponsored activities throughout the participate in the prestigious 113th They also earned superior ratings in ing. Digital imaging students Eric of the parents, children and staff. The Bingo hope to see Phase I of our playground facelift year including monthly Skate Nights and Tournament of Roses Parade on New Concert Performance and Sight Reading Beaty, Richard Brandt, Tania Contreras Nights were so successful that we will be faced completed this summer! Popcorn Days, Reflections, Brown Bag lunch­ Year's Day 2002 in Pasadena, California. during competition at Oklahoma State and Nick Stiverson won Gol d Key with a new challenge to find somewhere larger Our annual Eagle Run jog-a-Thon is an event in eons, Red Ribbon days, Science Enrichment University. At District Contest, senior awards. In the visual arts category, than the cafeteria to hold them in. The which we try to get every student at Grove to activities, monthly newsletters and Jr. Great The High School choir capped off a stel­ cellist Amber Allison and violinist Min­ Amanda Lovell was a Gold Key Accelerated Reader and Reflections programs participate, and we lucked out with incredibly Books. We wound up the year with our Health lar year with a trip to Boston where they joung Koo received Superior ratings in Portfolio winner, and individual Gold were once again very popular. Other activities beautiful weather! We had many parent volun­ and Safety Week, Young Writer's Workshop and performed three concerts in honor of Small Ensemble Key winners were Richard Brandt, included Red Ribbon Week, monthly popcorn teers who punched lap cards, served refresh­ ticket sales for the Summer Movie Program. the 22S th anniversary of the signing of and/or Solo com­ Tania Contreras, Zac Fultz and sales, candy grams and Catch the Dream. ments and tallied laps. In January, Crazy Hair Th rough the generous support of our Jarman the Declaration of Independence. In petition and were Amanda Lovell. David Gurley and The Meet the Teacher Open House was very well Day was a big hit with students and staff alike! families, we were able to purchase needed items state competition, the choirs received named to All· Nick Stiverson were Silver Key winners attended, and the sale of pre-packaged school PTA opted to make the semi-monthly popcorn for each teacher's classroom, as well as for the Superior ratings in both Concert and State Orchestra. while Daniel Kustura received supplies exceeded our expectations. We are day free for all students, in honor of the school itself. Our big purchase this year ·· to be Sight Reading, to earn their first Honorable Mention. very fortunate to have a great group of dedicat­ school's birthday, but the sales from Mazzio's installed over the summer ·· is a shade shelter Sweepstakes Trophy since 1997. The Senior High ~ d teachers and staff at our school, and we Pizza days more than offset the cost of the pop­ for our playground. The vision is that this can Earning superior ratings at Jazz Ensemble li In state speech and debate competition showed our appreciation duri ng Teacher corn. Our second Bingo Night was held in late be utilized as an outdoor learning classroom district solo and ensemble received straight at the University of Oklahoma, senior Appreciation Week. Thanks to everyone who February, and at the end of February, PTA host­ when the weather cooperates! We have hosted contest were seniors Superior ratings joseph Vega helped make this year so exciting and success­ ed a "hen party," a brunch designed to thank performances by our Patriot Pride Choir, our Jessica Chesbro, Lindsey and placed sec­ placed fourth for ful, and we look forward to the next school our homeroom moms and class volunteers and 4th grade students poetry readings, and our to recruit more committee members for our McKellips, Krystal Myers, Lindsey McKellips ond in the SA his monologue. year. Patriot Hot Pepper jump Rope Team and Club. Sarah Romo, Amanda classification at Dorothy Harris, Roy Clark PTA President PTA. Another wonderful evening en joyed by all was Waterman and Robbie the Verdigris Jazz Festival. Individual This year includ­ Our most important day was our 25th our annual Art Show with a French Impressionists theme, wh ich featured an exhib· Willingham. Ryan honors for Outstanding Performance ed numerous Darnaby Elemelltary Anniversary reception on April 26. This event Lincks, Amanda were earned by the entire sax section outstanding the­ had been in the planning stages for over a year, ited piece of artwork from every child at Waterman and led by seniors E. ]. Hawkins and Thanks to everyone for making Darnaby a wo n­ and our anniversary committee did a wonderful Jarman. atrical produc­ derful place to be! The parents, teachers, staff Robbie Willingham Jennifer Landphair. Both Jazz tions ranging job! PTA's gift to the school was unveiled, a For our outstanding teachers and the staff at were among the Ensembles I & II took Superior ratings at and students worked together to make Darnaby granite monument inscribed with an eagle and Jarman, we have served luncheons, hosted from the Gilbert special. 200 students State Jazz Contest. In the SA classifica· & Sullivan light the words, "Robert B. Grove Elementary, Where Teacher Appreciation Week, arranged for statewide named to tion, Jazz Ensemble I took 4th place, operetta The Christine Clodi The Darnaby PTA sponsors three major fund Any Child Can Soar." This monument was Homeroom Moms and held monthly Catch the All-State Choir, and and in the "E" classification, jazz Pirates of Penz· raisers, the jog-A-Thon, Arts and Crafts Show placed near the front entrance to the school. Dream nominations. But, most importantly, we Jessica Chesbro was Ensemble IJ took l st. Union is the first ance to the student-written and-pro· and Carnival. The funds raised from these For Teacher Appreciation Week, a 60's theme have supported them with our time. .. and our selected to the 120· school in the state to take three jazz duced Joy Project. Senior Jeff Gockel three events allow us to provide many special kept things interesting all week with days of efforts have been repaid tenfold. voice Women's Honor ensembles to competition, and for all of was selected Best Actor, jessica things for our students, teachers and staff. "flower power" and "sugar shack." Our won­ It has been a wonderful group of people that I Choir. them to receive a Superior raUng is a Chesbro was named Best Actress, and We were pleased to participate in and support derful Hospitality Committee did something have worked with this year ·· our Board mem· tribute to our talented students. Reflections, Klothes Kloset, Catch the Dream, special fo r the staff every day of that week. Our bers, staff, parents and students. To each of The Orchestra Best Technical Theatre Student was Red Ribbon Week, Jr. Great Books, Meet the annual Field Day, combined with a birthday you: Thank you for the richness of this year. received the presti· Christine Ciodi. Ou tstanding Drama Union's photography students present­ Masters and Ranger Recycling. party for the school, was a fun clay fo r all the gious OSSAA Students were Lindsay Pulford and Ben Colette Hamann, Jarman PTA President ed outstanding work this year ·· Lauren students. Academic Kirberger. Our school never looked better than it did for Cohlrnia's and Tom Nguyen's photog· our Celebration of Science week. Two story­ On a personal note, I have tremendously McAuliffe Elemeutary raphy portfolios were awarded first and The Union Guard took top honors at the tellers and an author spoke to our students, enjoyed the opportunity to serve as PTA presi· We began our year at McAuliffe by welcoming second place respectively, and Spring Winter Guard International Mid-America bringing science to life all around them. The dent for Grove. Many special memories have Ka ren Vance as our new principal! Mrs. Vance Frankenburg was named Regional Competition with more than week concluded with a family picnic and open been made that I will carry with me always. welcomed returning and new teachers to Outstanding Photography Student. 60 winter guard and percussion units house. Our students' books they wrote and pub­ Grove is a special and unique school with a rich McAuliffe as our enrollment soared to over 650 competing in eight classes. They fi lished themselves were on display for all to history and an optimistic future. students. The PTA welcomed all the teachers A number of seniors won Gold and ished 3rd in Scholastic "A" competitim; .-ead. Working with the teachers, staff, parents Laurie Fletche1; Grove PTA President back to school with a luncheon, and we dove Silver Key awards in the regional at the Winter Guard International (WGI) and students has been a rewarding experience. right in with two fall fun d raisers which profit­ Sc holastic Arts World Championships in Milwaukee. Thank you to all who have helped make Tarman Elementary ed the PTA with S I 7,000 to use for school dona­ Visual Arts com­ Members of the Winter Drum Line won Darnaby a great place to be! It is very difficult to condense our year into a tions! By the end of September. all teachers petition held at Concert Open Percussion at WGL Cathy Carney, Darnaby PTA President few short paragraphs. As I type the words on (Continued on Page 14) Pagel2 ______May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page S The PTA Council Cofilfilunique

A11dersen Elementary The PTA 2000/ 2001 theme "A Beacon for a Brighter Future" kicked off our school year. President's Comments Andersen parents, faculty and staff helped ~tu­ 1 just want to thank all the Council Officers and Chairmen for your hard dents by giving them support and shoWJng work and enthusiasm and to all the P~esidents , Com~c!l Deleg~tesj them that the future truly holds exciting and Principals and the Superintendent for makmg our Council outstamh~g. rewarding possibilities. Outstanding volunteers We have such great communication between our schools and our adnun­ made our accomplishments possible. L-:~aii;Eiiiir-~s~ix~u:ru:.o:n~s:e~ru:.o:r:s~we re chosen as 2000- ments, school and community activities, istration, and we have an understanding that we all must work ~ogeth.e r in order to form a More Perfect Union! I have always been proud to represent the Umon P'IA, 2001 National Merit Scholarship finalists educational plans and goals. Our PTA hosted an open house for families and by the National Merit Scholarship a welcome-back breakfast for faculty and staff as and for the last two years as the Council President, because I know. that I have been a. repre­ National Merit Scholarship awards are sup­ Corporation (NMSC). Those students are a special time to show our support and appreci­ sentative for all the people in our district who want the best education possibl~ f~r their chil­ ported by some 600 independent sponsors Heather Huskinson, John Soderstrom, ation. We provided funds for teachers to dren and are willing to work hard for it. Union patrons give so freel_y of their lime, energy, and by NMSC's own funds. Sponsor orgaru­ Anthony Quinn, James Thompson, Brian enhance their classroom curriculum and, to money and creativity that it is no wonder our district is looked at as bemg a progressive leader zations include corporations and business­ VanSchoyck and Daniel Birnbaum who complete our Back-to-School Welcome, we pro­ in the state. es, company foundations, professional vided Popsicles to all students at their first We worked hard in PTA this past year, so give yourselves a big pat on the back! I hope every­ attends the Oklahoma School of Science associations, and colleges and universities. and Math in Oklahoma City. school assembly. one has a nice, relaxing summer because in August we will once again ask you. t~ roll up your With education being our top priority, the PTA sleeves and get back to work for education! Our children's future depends on It. To be sleeted as Merit scholars, students hosted our first Geography Bee and Reading Lorri Williams, must demonstrate an outstanding aca­ Night. We purchased three GeoSafaria Talking Union P'l'A Council President demic record, be endorsed and recom­ Globes to be shared by several classes, a set of mended by their school principal, con­ Atlas books, early reading chapter books, dic­ firm PSAT/NMSQT performance on tionaries and thesauruses. Our International improvements. We began this year hoping to provide more for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or Festival featured hands-on crafts and booths I would like to thank all of our wonderful vol­ the classroom curriculum, and I believe we have the American College Test (ACT) throughout the school and an International unteers for their dedication and look forward to been very successful in obtaining that goal. But Fashion Show. and provide detailed information working with them again in the fall. I hope it would not have been possible without the about their scholastic accomplish- Each year Andersen PTA continues to support everyone has a wonderful and safe summer. wonderful teachers, staff, parents and students programs that are beneficial to children such as of Briarglen. 1 would like to personally thank United Way and D-FY. Red Ribbon week gave us Sue McCrary, Boevers PTA President all the PTA volunteers for everything they have done this year. We have had fun and done a lot an opportunity to show students we care by Briarglen Elementary raising their awareness of the harmful effects of of good for Briarglen. It was hard work and drugs. WOW, it's been a great year at Briarglen. We sometimes not a lot of fun, but thanks to each started the year with a new principal, nineteen and every one of you for sticking with it and Through the leadership of PTA committees, spe­ new teachers, a whole new office staff and a lot giving it your all. You made my job a lot easi­ cial activities including free popcorn and ice of work to do. One of our major goals was to er. All this goes to show that BRJARGLEN cream each month, snow cones on special occa­ provide more to the classroom curriculum. Our PRIDE IS HARD TO HIDE!! sions, Reflections, Spirit Days, Chat-N-Chew, first Annual Fall Carnival in October raised over Talent Show, Super Kids Day and Skating Nights $500, and our annual FASCO fund raiser netted Jamie Anderson, Briarglen PTA President with our friends at Moore Elementary will pro­ over $8,000. With this money, we have been Cedar Rillge Elementary vide great school memories. able to provide the third grade classes with the Andersen Elementary and the PTA were com­ Saxton math curriculum for next year, and we The year started off with a phone call informing mitted to working together to improve the play­ have purchased Culture Smart, an art book that me that we were to be the proud recipients of a ground this year. Through everyone's support, will allow the teachers to do multicultural art new principal. What a delight she turned out to we purchased the first phase of the new play­ projects in the classrooms. be. We kicked the year off with tie-dyed shirts ground equipment in April. The students are sporting the logo "Peace, Love and Cedar Ridge" Our Heroes In Action assembly was a major pro­ and sold out before our Meet the Teacher was thrilled and are looking forward to completion duction with big screens and modern-day of the project in the near future. half over. Second and third reorders soon fol­ heroes who spoke with the kids on exactly what lowed. We had a great membership drive with I would like to thank the PTA board members they had done to become heroes. In December, 108% PTA membership. As a reward to the chil­ for all of your hard work. A special thanks to we provided hot chocolate and candy canes to dren for meeting and exceeding our principal Larry Williams and his staff for sup­ our multiage classes as they read the story Entertainment Books fund-raising goal, a fire porting the PTA and helping us accomplish this Polar E:>.1Jress. In January, teachers, students school year's events. I look forward to serving truck came and placed our new principal on the and parents spent a wonderful evening togeth· roof. She stayed there all day, and the children as your PTA President during the upcoming er at our annual Bingo night. We went above school year. came throughout the day to bring her food and and beyond our goal and had a wonderful time drinks via a rope and bucket. Our Bingo nights janet Theis, Audersen PTA President doing it. In February, Briarglen donated 21 bas­ grew so large that they had to be moved to the kets for the annual Foundation Dinner silent 6th/7th Grade Center, and we had a full house Boevers Elementary auction. The weather was great for our annual there as well. We participated in many worth­ Briarglen run, and the kids raised over SI ,000 while projects and services for our kids such as The end of the year always brings a sigh of while getting fit and having fun. The profit will Operation Union Cares, Klothes K1oset, Skate relief. Another successful year is at an end. be used to update the playground area with Nights, Pizza Day, reading programs and many Then you realize that there are actually only a work scheduled to take place in june. We pro­ other things. This year we purchased many few weeks until preparations for the next year vided a third grade class with copies of the new things for our school such as microscopes need to be made. Whether it's planning for a Tulsa World, so they could read Hauk, the Cow carnival, fund raiser or school supplies, the digital cameras, CD players, a CD library and Dog as a classroom project; we purchased owl more. work never really stops. Many of our volunteers pellets and butterfly larva for the science class­ are working on next year's projects, whether it es; and we will purchase new maps for several We have had a wonderful year and have done be to raise funds, plan parties or make school of the classrooms. much for our children. I would like to extend May~une,200l ______Page 11 Page 6 ------May-June, 2001

Special Awards ART: AP Studio NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: Pauline Athletics (Cont. from Page JOJ Senior midfielder Ashley Hildebrand and jenny Schultz Art Katie Pham - $1,000.00, Brandon Green - collected two goals as All-State forward were the catalyst for Presented to Seniors Grassmyer and $750.00, Chloe desire to succeed. Erin Bradford scored the game winner. the girls' success. They will long be Kristi Wyatt, Art Hoge - $750.00 The season ended with a 2-0 loss to They were members of 2001 remembered and eventual state cham­ of the state champi­ The following students of Union High - jason Edel­ Natalie Eneff - mann, Photo­ appreciated for their pion Jenks. Co-cap­ on 400- and 800- School were recipients of special awards $750.00 and heart and persever­ graphy - Sarah Maryellen tain Blair Blackman relay and state run­ as listed: ance. was a three-year ner-up in the 1600 Reineking and Loeffler- $750.00 Spring Franken­ starterl jennifer relay, finishing their DEPARTMEN: Slow-pitch softball, Davis was a three­ burger, Digital careers as four-time Christi Schultz TAL AWARDS KEY CLUB KIWA­ in only its second full year letterman, and state qualifiers. Pauline Pham Imaging - E. J. NIS CLUB: season, posted a 16- Angeline Borum the sixth senior on Christi and jenny LANGUAGE: Hawkins, Cera­ $500.00 each - 19 record. Leading the team, Jenni were also co-captains Outstanding AP mics - Issac Harper, Humanities-Kelly Scott Reeves, the way for the Lady Redskins were sen­ Gudmundson, saw of the girls' cross American Chaves Brittany Ami/ian Christine Clodi, iors Kelley Cox, who batted .381 with limited action but Erin Bradford country team for two Literature Amber Winters 24 RBis, and Angie Nickel with a .526 was always support- years as well as four­ Anthony Quinn COMPETITIVE and Tori Ormes average. Other seniors included Kris­ ive. ·· year lettermen. SPEECH & tina Abbasi, Brittany Arnilian, Kelly Brandon Green SOCIAL STUD­ DEBATE: Debate BROKEN ARROW ROTARY CLUB: Black, Jestine Cook, Senior golfer and four-year letterman The bighlight of the IES: Outstanding - Eddie High­ Kathy Vo and Chloe Hoge ---~~- Lindsey Horton, Sara Kitch wraps up a stellar year by women's tennis sea- Lindsi Snodgrass AP Psychology Brandon Green and berger, Compe­ being named All-Conference and taking son was a third-place jenny Schultz Katie Chilson titive Speech­ FIRST NATION­ and Brandy Wright. second at the Sand Springs Invi-tational, finish at the Shawnee Debate - Jona· AL BANK OF fourth at the Broken Arrow Invitational tournament, which featured 16 area SCIENCE: than Wells, Com­ BROKEN AR­ The boys' soccer and tenth at teams. With the loss of only one senior, Outstanding petitive Speech - ROW: $8,000.00- team finished with a the Ponca Tara Junker, the team's future looks Science Student - Cameron Good- Alia Clark record of 9-7, losing City tourna­ bright. The men's m e n t . Stephen Snow, win, Gretchen Chloe Hoge in the semifinals to team, led by seniors Amanda Brent Anderson, Outstanding Winter, Joseph TULSA SCOTT­ Broken Arrow who Kelley Cox won the state cham- Johnson and Ryan Jones, Ryan Honors Physio­ Vega and Jeff Gockel TISH RITE pionship and fin­ Ginney Lincks and Matt logy Student - FOUNDATION: ished #1 nationally. Team co-captain Peirce Thomas, endured a Christine Clodi, HOME ECO­ Lindsey S. NOMICS: Blake Barlow was selected to the Ginney Peirce, Amanda earned their season filled with Outstanding McClure and johnson & Sara Kitch fourth let- Outstanding Big Marni Gesinski Frontier Conference team, All-District 4 adversity but in the Physics Student - Chet Pitts and All-State. He was voted the team's ters by playing in four tournaments end, half the team Family - Beth John Soder- Best Offensive Player and MVP. Brian each. qualified for state. Lindsey McClure Allen and Am­ LANCE BARLOW MEMORIAL SCHOL-. Highfill, team co-captain, was also Tara junker Jones excelled strom, Outstanding AP ber Sallee, Out­ ARSHIP: $500.00 each - Todd Christen­ named to the Frontier Conference team, The boys' golf team finished with first­ throughout the year, Chemistry Student - Alia standing Family sen - Football, Blake Barlow - Soccer All-District 4 and All-State. Roberto place wins in the Ponca City Invitational taking first in the regional tournament Clark and Consumer Carreno and Phillip Gallegos were and the Sand Springs Invitational and and fourth at state. Sciences Award - UNION YOUTH selected as honorable mention on All­ third-place finishes in the Owasso FOREIGN LANGUAGE: Deanne Salinas FOOTBALL Conference and All-District 4; Bo Invitational and the Union Preview. The 2001 baseball season was one of the Outstanding Spanish Blake Barlow ASSOCIATION: Robbins was honorable mention on All­ Senior Chet Pitts was a four-year letter­ most successful in recent years. USA Student - Brandon )ami Mullikin Conference; and Matt Buck was District man and a medalist at the 2000 Jenks Today and ESPN.com ranked the Green, Outstanding SCHOLARSHIPS and Zac Spavital 4 honorable mention. Invitational, Adam Redskins as high as #2 and #15, respec­ French Student - josh Mathias was a Korner was a four- tively, in the nation. With strong senior Anthony Quinn, OKLAHOMA BOVAIRD: four-year letterman year letterman and leadership, the program gained national Outstanding STATE RE­ $24,000.00 and a three-year Jonathan Young was recognition by establishing a 34-8 starter, Chris Page German Student - GENTS SCHOL­ a two-year letterman. win/loss record. They were state semi­ Natalie Eneff was voted Most Brian Harms ARSHIP: ACT .m.~-~-·. ­ finalists, 6A regional champions and Erin Dethlefs Improved Player, and The 2001 track sea­ brought home the championship trophy combined 13 2 Jeff Matthews was VOCAL MUSIC: Out­ or SAT com­ son was one of suc­ of the prestigious one of the hardest cess for both the Tiger/Skin Classic. standing Vocal Stu­ bined score of workers on the team. boys and the girls. Replacing the seniors dents - Spencer Shaw SPECIAL RECOGNITION 1550 or greater Brian Highfill Bryan Brown injured The boys were sec­ Chet Pitts on a pitching staff and Amanda Water­ at $5500.00 his lower back early ond in regionals and • that recorded one of man, Outstanding each: John So­ US ARMY DIS­ in the season and did not have a lot of finished tied for seventh in state. the lowest ERAs Music Theory derstrom , TINGUISHED playing time, but he was always on hand Seniors Cameron Goodwin, Eric Hern, nationally will be a Charles Meagan Bradley, ATHLETE: to lend support. Dustin Kline and Daniel Slack provided challenge. They McGechie Patrick Teague, Zac Spavital Based on athletic leadership, and Daniel earned medals in included Charley Lindsey S. Mc- and academic The girls' soccer season saw the team both regionals and Boyce (Metro Pitcher Clure and Matt Nikkel accomplish­ play the first bigh school girls' tourna­ state. of the Year), Brandon Charley Boyce ments - Amber ment in Union bistory, winning two of Cook (All-Frontier Sims and Tyler their three games. They placed third in The girls' success Conference), Tony Cerar (Most Valuable Gooch district and took a tie for fourth place in was even greater. Pitcher), Kevin O'Brien and A very They won first or sec­ Ward. Equally a problem will be filling GIRL SCOUT e Frontier Conference. With a true union fighting spirit, the girls ond in every meet the void of a senior-dominated lineup GOLD AWARD: regrouped to have an exciting playoff they attended, culmi­ that included Tyler Gooch (All­ Brittany Amilian, run to the state semifinal match, aveng­ nating with a state Metro/Sun Belt), Chad Tygart (All­ Marni Gesinski, Erin Dethlefs and ing an early-season loss to Broken runner-up finish. Metro/Sun Belt), jon Chisholm, Nick Alicia Lyon Arrow by winning 3-2 in two overtimes. Eric Hem Twin seniors Christi Crosby, Keith Ford and Mike Garner. Page 10 May-June, 2001 ------May-June, 2001 ------Page? Union Athletes Continue ship of seniors third at regionals; Gerad Roberts was a NATIONAL Clark, Christine SENIORS OF Nicole Alger, Ashley 2000 state qualifier and was named MERIT COM­ Clodi, joshua THE MONTH: Tradition of Excellence Benjamin, Michelle Ou tstanding Wrestler at the Union tour­ MENDED: 97th Dresser, Benja­ August Berglund, Kelly nament; and Sam Tangren was a 2001 Percentile - Mea­ min Dvorak, Lindsey Mc- Union's varsity football seniors c ulmi­ Black, Jestine Cook, National Team qualifier. Also contribut­ gao R. Bradley, Brandon Green, Kellips and anding three-year run in nated an outst Kelley Cox, Ashley ing to Union's successful season were Christine Clodi, Eric Griffin, Jared Buchan; fo otbaii, compiling an impressive 28 Ledbetter, Angie seniors Jody Barnes, Eric Brown, Mike September wins with just four losses and playing in Marni Gesinski, Michael ]. Grif­ Nickel, Lindsi Snod­ Iten, Ky Krusemark, Matt Nikkel and Bri t ta n y the 6A State Charles Huddle­ fin, Eddie High­ grass and Brandy Aaron Rooney. ston, Maryellen berger, Chloe Amilian and Championship game Wright, the season all three years of Nicole Alger Loeffler, Whit­ Hoge, Heather Aaron Rooney; was plagued with Led b y seniors their high school ney Lynn, Lind­ Huskinson, Han­ October - Chloe injury. Mustering reinforcements from Whitney Herzog, Deborah Pense Aaron Rooney j oey Armstrong careers. Sixteen will sey McClure, nah jacobi, Bar- Hoge and Scott .~ the JV and frosh ranks, the team hosted justin Hull, Whitney ' Katherine Mentzel, Deborah Pense and bara Johnson, Reeves; November - Lindsey S. McClure ' continue playing in and won their regional. They returned '· college-- eight at the Lynn and Brian jacob Robbins Hollie Johnson, and John to the state tournament and fought like Reynolds, t he swim Division 1 level, Kathleen trom ; .------.... true champions but the cold, the program was the Sodt!rs three in junior col­ NATIONAL Jacob December -~ injuries and the 12-inning games got the most successful com­ Kustra, " lege, and five more MERIT FINAL­ Landers, Pauline Pharo best of them. They finished the season at the small-college bined performance in ISTS: Top of 1% } oslr DuPree 26-16 and were fifth school history. The Whitney Ly nn Maryel len and Zac level. Jerome janet -Heather of 32 teams in the girls' sixth place fin- Loeffler, Jamie Spavital; january was selec ted a Parade Ail-American, state. Huskinson, McConnell, - Crystal Little­ while josh DuPree and Tyler Gooch ish at state added to the boys' improve­ Anthony Quinn, ment to ninth, with Union ranked fifth Kat h erine john and Caleb were chosen as OCA Ail-Staters. Caleb john Soder­ Mentzel, Jami Bla nkenship; Blankenship, Aaron Rooney and Zac The gymnastics in the combined standings. team completed s trom, james Mullikin, Cam- February - Deb­ Spavital will join Jerome, josh and Tyler Individually, Whitney Lynn stole the another successful spotlight w ith her record-setting per­ Thompson and eron Musgrove, Crysta l Littlejohn orah Pense and in the prestigious Oil Bowl Classic pit­ Brian Van­ Green; ting the best from season, finishing as formance in the 500 freestyle. She was Krystal Myers, Brandon Schoyck Kristin Brisco Scot! Reeves Oklahoma and the state runner-up at voted Outstanding Senior at state and is Cory Osborn, Deborah Pense, Pauline March - Kristin Level 5 with the help Pharo, Anthony Brisco and joey best from Texas. both All -State and All-American for NATIONAL MERIT of three graduating Lauren Burke 2000-2001. Quinn, George Armstrong; April - Christine Clodi and ACHIEVEMENT seniors. Lauren Robbins, Daniel jon Chisholm; Members of the RECOGNITION Burke was named All-State for the sec­ The boys' basketball team finished the Slack, John May - Lindsay boys' cross country SCHOL A R: ond time; Reanne Ashley was state season 22-5, winning the Bixby tourna­ Soderstrom, Ju­ Carey and team placed in the Tam ara vault champ; and Nora Watkins did ment, regional and area championships. lie Lynn Soper, Anthony Quinn top four in every reg­ Woodson ular season m eet in double-duty as a gymnast and a varsity They reached the state semifinals, los­ Brian Van­ cheerleader. Oklahoma. Their ing to state champ· Schoyck, Kathy SENIORS OF NATIONAL HIS­ THE YEAR: second- Caleb Cummings Midwest City. The PANIC RECOG­ Vo, Darci Wells, Behind the senior leadership of jennifer Lindsey McKel­ pl ace team was led by five NITION PRO­ jonathan Wells, Arend, Amber Sims and Tiffny seniors who had lips and joey finish at the conference GRAM SCHOL­ Amber Winters, Wichmann, the Redskin voll eyball team great chemistry and Armstrong meet was Union's best con­ FINALIST: Tamara Wood- achieved the Wghest determination. juan AR ference finish in six years. Caleb Blankenship son, and Philip ranking in school his­ Lindsay Car ey Marni T. Ges­ Regionals brought a Carson led the team Zsiga fourth-place win, and tory of #3 in the in scoring and was inski jon Chisholm state. Amber, a four­ first-team All - they ended the sea­ OKLAHOMA son ranked #3 in the year s tarter, is Conference, All - Union's career l eader Metro, Ail-District 7, FOUNDATION state. Graduating juan Carson FOR EXCEL- seniors are Caleb in almost every sta­ and a Jim Thorpe LENCE ALL- Cummings, Jeff tistical category. She selection. Justin Fairchild was the floor Martin, Daniel Slack was named to the All­ leader - a hard-nosed, gritty player, and STATERS : and Ronald Sosa. State team and Dustin Ketchum, our three-point spe­ Anthony Quinn Amber Sims received the confer- cialist, was one of the hardest workers and John With a returning jun­ ence MVP award. Three-year starter in the program. Chris Lopez led in Soderstrom ior/senior defense, Jennife r was named to All-State and Ail­ rebounding and was a versatile player Conference. Tiffny is a two-year starter the future looked who could play inside or move to the OKLAHOMA bright for the returning who was selected as an All-State alter­ perimeter when needed. Adam nate. Wilbanks was a two-year starter who A C A D E M I C Carrie Clrandler Lady Redskin softball SCHOLARS: led in assists and will be remembered state champs. Grades 9-12 cumulative GPA 3.4/ 4.0, 4 The 2000-2001 for his las t-second shots against Under the leader- 3 Math, 3 Science, 3 Social wrestling season Midwest City in the Tournament of English, combined experi- Champions and against Bartlesville in Studies, 27 ACT, -- ~------...._, enced and inexperi­ the regional final. 1180 SAT enced grapplers, -- .. ~ Amber Allison, with r eturning sen- The 2000-2001 girls' b asketball team Brittany Amil­ iors provid­ will not be remembered most fo r their ian, Blake Bar- ing leader­ win-loss record, but for their heart and low, Amber I \ ship fo r many fighting spirit. Seniors Michelle, •• ::..._ Bly the, john new to the David Mcintosh Berglund, Angeline Borum, Katie Klein• ,. Boyce, Kristin · 1 1 · r March 31 at t11e Marching A uxiliary The Union Highstepper~ we~e ~ra med natro~a c ramp!J ~: Hi lrsreppers received 1 7 awards dur- sport. David Brisco, Lindsay 111 1 and Ashley Ledbetter demonstrated Nalional Dance c;han_1 p10ns~ rp Sa n_ A I~ ton~~ ~e~~~~llllr nat Tonal tirle. The drill tea m was also Mcintosh was and inspired the team's effo rt and Carey, Carrie ing tile competition, addrtron t_o wr':'rrrng e1er Tire Hig lrsteppers are under tile direction rn 0 named Eas t All­ Chandler, Katie named Oklahoma Grand Clrampwns 111 ecem • ' Melissa Zumwalt and Kristi Hale. State and took (Continued on page 11) jared Buclran Chilson, Alia PageS ______May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page 9 Speakers Highlight Inspiring Moments an< l Lasting Memories of Their Days at Union

The first graduating class of the twenty-first century - 769 Student Council theme of "The Way U Wan t It," focusing o · ten Genung, class treasurer, recalled the motto selected b y Class e-xecutive board member Stephanie Copeland shared a strong - received their diplomas May 18 at the Oral Roberts attitude of giving the student body everything we bad to < ;eniors, "The past is what pushes us, the future is what pulls poem entitled Dream Big. "If there was ever a time to dare, to University Mabee Center. "Only at Union would you find over 1,000 kids in attendance at ll;,, and the present is anything we want it to be." She urged her make a difference, to embark on something worth doing, it is a homecoming carnival, pep assemblies that cause actual hear· classmates to, "Let the past continually stand for yesterday, the now. Not for any grand cause, necessarily... but for something ln her welcoming remarks, class Executive Officer ing damage, and community time we can never get back, yet our basis for correcting mistakes that tugs at your heart, something that's your inspiration, some­ j ennifer Davis encouraged her classmates to look service projects that exceed made and triumphs gained. The future represents tompr· thing that's your around and remember those who have impacted or 10,000 hours. Only at Union row, the symbol for uncertainty, yet hope and the endless dream ...... Ha ve changed their lives fo rever. "Whether they meant to would you find a star football possibilities as to what lies after tonight. The present fun, dig deep, touch our hearts matters not, for they have, and we wi ll player making a special trip symbolizes today, the opportunity to seize the day and a stretch, dream fo rever be grateful for their love." to an elementary school t o chance to celebrate life." big ...... " speak about character, or an Superintendent Dr. Cathy Burden s tated, "The most elaborate musical that's sec· Salutatorian John Soderstrom passed along a small piece Class president profound expression of education is action - action in ond only to Broadway. Only of the puzzle of life that he learned during his years grow· Matt Eber deliv­ the interest of he lping to heal what ails our communi- at Union ..... the list goes on ing up at Union. "The piece I am referring to is the qual­ ered the tradition­ ties, our nation and our world. To excel is forever. ity of having a positive attitude," he said. "With a positive al Redskin speech. to reach your ovm highest dream. But you attitude, anything "Our time togeth­ must also help others, where and when you "But what makes can be done and er has been like a can, to reach theirs. AJl of us want to do well, these things occur? all of your goals symphony. The but if we do not do good, too, then doing In 1919, the first accompl is h ed. Union symphony well will never be enough. class of Union grad­ Each and every is comprised of uated, and the one of us has the diverse people "I hope you take your Union educa- foundation began. power of our with diverse inter­ tion out into the world and make a Each year the stan- minds to make ests, but together difference. Each time you look at Board member Pili/ Barr congratulates jacob Ide as dard of excellence any s ituation Mall Eber prepares to pass the torcll to the junior Class as Kristen they make one your diploma, remember that you he r eceives Iris diploma. has been raised. good or bad." Genung and Stephanie Copeland look on. powerful sound, are still a student, still learning every day The Class of 2001 has met the challenge. We have one powerful how to be human. So, reach out. Se nd an e- raised the bar and kept the tradition alive. We have Valedictorian Kristin Union. Everyone who has walked the halls of our schools, every­ mail to a friend. Write a letter to your third showed the future graduating classes what being a Brisco highlighted t wo one who has seen the good or the bad times - we are Redskins. grade teacher. Kiss your mom. Hug your dad. Redskin truly means. Class of 2001, thank you for important learning Whether we are upper class, lower class, middle class or in t he Think about someone other than yourself. keeping the State of the Union as strong as ever." tools s he has encoun­ senior class - we are Redskins. The color of our skin matters School never ends - the classroom is every­ tered at Union High not, for we are all Redskins. We have from the beginning been where. Senior class vice president Spencer Shaw and Devon School - road construc­ Redskins, and tonight we leave as Redskins." j ames, class secretary, W

Hayle)' Alderman Ryan Boyls Kyle Cortiana Tracy O'Bannon JennHer Erin Schultz Brian VanSchoyck Beth Allen Meagan Bradley Kylie Cox R. Kevi n O'Brien Brillney Sheffield joseph Vega Amber Allison Kristin Brisco Travis Curran Class of 2001 Sch< )}arship Recipients Cory Osborn Amber Sims Kathy Yo Brillany L. Amilian Jared Buchan Courtney Davis Kelly O'Toole Anna Sillerly Lindsay Vroome Jennifer Arend 1\ lalt Buck Jennifer Davis Shaun Frescoll joy Gu thrie Michelle Hodt, ~ Dustin Kline Samantha L)•on Ashley Page Daniel Slack Stacy Vu Joey Armstrong Brooke Bumgardner Ryan Davis !\Iarissa Fuhrmcister Jose David Guzman Chloe Hoge Kimberly Koch Lindsey S. 1\lcClure Chris Page Stephen Snow jessica Waesch Reanne Ashley Lauren Burke Trinity Dawson Roger Gassett Andrea Hall Charlie Huddl !Stan Min·joung Koo Jamie 1\ lcConn ell Deobrah Pense Lacy Sober jonathan Walker ldil Atalik Odille Cabrera Erin Dethlefs Chand ra Geiser Tameka Hamilton Adam Korner jessica 1\lcDaniel Camille Perry Lauralis Soberal Amanda Waterman Charle Zach Huff s Atkins Ill Li ndsay Carey Lori Dotson Noah Geld 1\ lariena Hargrave nson Jeff Krafft C.]. 1\ lcGechie John l'ettifcr John Soderstrom justin Weber l\lelissa Heather Huski Bailey Roberto Carreno joshua C Dresser Marni Gesinski Brian Harms Kathleen Kustra Lindsey l\lcKellips Pauline Pham Chad Sommers Darci Wells Angela Bargas Jerome Janet C.]. Caudle Derek DuBreuil Jeffrey Gockel Chris Harms Daniel Kustura Nathanael 1\ lahaffey Travis Phillips Zac Spavital Jon Blake Barlow Lynzee Jenkin Wells Joshua Chambers Josh DuPree Tyler Gooch Summer Has ty Katie Lakey james l\lancinclli Chet Pitts Sarah Stout Adam Wilbanks Chris Barnes Leena John Carrie Chandler Ben Dvorak Katie Grassmyer Emile Hawkins Amanda John: on jacob Landers Darold l\lansfi eld Anthony Quinn l\lall Strickland Laura Wilkinson Heather Baugess Alissa Cherry jason Edelmann Jason Gravelle Justin Hayden m jennifer Landphair jeff 1\ latthews Nathan Raddatz Ellioll Sumrall Robbie Willingham Cassie Bax Barbara Johns jessica Chesbro Ryan Einer 1\ latt Gray Jamie Hemphill Jamie ohnsor Alida Langham Katherine l\lentzel Scott Reeves Patrick Teague Amber Winters l\lichelle Berglund Katie Chilson Natalie Eneff Brandon Green Lesley Hess janet Lauchlan Rina l\lorakot Sarah Reineking Ra ndy Thieme Renee Wolfenbarger Blake Bergman Ka1 s tan Lauren 01ristoffersen Amanda Faith Eric Griffin Veronica Hess Ry< es Stephanie Lederle ]ami Mullikin Scott Rettedal Brian Thompson Tamara Woodson Caleb Blankenship Alia Clark Steven Farrell l\lichael ]. Griffi n Brian Highfill jennucr Kaefe Adam Lifsics Prashanthi ~ l usa pe t llo Robbins Joseph Tran Kristi Wyatt Amber lli )•thc Ka rissa Clark Jessica l'iror ~ li c h ae l Louis Griffin Li ndsey Hobbs Ryan Lincks Cameron ~ lusg rove james Robertson Anthony Tricine lla Aaron Bode Sara Ke rns Jenny Yeager Rebecca Cli ffton Keith Ford Raymond Guardiola Vicki Hobbs 1\ laryellcn Loeffler l\latt Robertson Mi nh K. Truong Peter Zs Charley Boyce James Kessler Angie Nickel iga Paul Cole Spring Frankcnburger David Gurley Robert Hocking Sara Kitch Autumn Long l\latt Nikkel Aaron Rooney Chad Tygart Philip Zsiga PageS ______May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page 9 Speakers Highlight Inspiring Moments an< l Lasting Memories of Their Days at Union

The first graduating class of the twenty-first century - 769 Student Council theme of "The Way U Wan t It," focusing o · ten Genung, class treasurer, recalled the motto selected b y Class e-xecutive board member Stephanie Copeland shared a strong - received their diplomas May 18 at the Oral Roberts attitude of giving the student body everything we bad to < ;eniors, "The past is what pushes us, the future is what pulls poem entitled Dream Big. "If there was ever a time to dare, to University Mabee Center. "Only at Union would you find over 1,000 kids in attendance at ll;,, and the present is anything we want it to be." She urged her make a difference, to embark on something worth doing, it is a homecoming carnival, pep assemblies that cause actual hear· classmates to, "Let the past continually stand for yesterday, the now. Not for any grand cause, necessarily... but for something ln her welcoming remarks, class Executive Officer ing damage, and community time we can never get back, yet our basis for correcting mistakes that tugs at your heart, something that's your inspiration, some­ j ennifer Davis encouraged her classmates to look service projects that exceed made and triumphs gained. The future represents tompr· thing that's your around and remember those who have impacted or 10,000 hours. Only at Union row, the symbol for uncertainty, yet hope and the endless dream ...... Ha ve changed their lives fo rever. "Whether they meant to would you find a star football possibilities as to what lies after tonight. The present fun, dig deep, touch our hearts matters not, for they have, and we wi ll player making a special trip symbolizes today, the opportunity to seize the day and a stretch, dream fo rever be grateful for their love." to an elementary school t o chance to celebrate life." big ...... " speak about character, or an Superintendent Dr. Cathy Burden s tated, "The most elaborate musical that's sec· Salutatorian John Soderstrom passed along a small piece Class president profound expression of education is action - action in ond only to Broadway. Only of the puzzle of life that he learned during his years grow· Matt Eber deliv­ the interest of he lping to heal what ails our communi- at Union ..... the list goes on ing up at Union. "The piece I am referring to is the qual­ ered the tradition­ ties, our nation and our world. To excel is forever. ity of having a positive attitude," he said. "With a positive al Redskin speech. to reach your ovm highest dream. But you attitude, anything "Our time togeth­ must also help others, where and when you "But what makes can be done and er has been like a can, to reach theirs. AJl of us want to do well, these things occur? all of your goals symphony. The but if we do not do good, too, then doing In 1919, the first accompl is h ed. Union symphony well will never be enough. class of Union grad­ Each and every is comprised of uated, and the one of us has the diverse people "I hope you take your Union educa- foundation began. power of our with diverse inter­ tion out into the world and make a Each year the stan- minds to make ests, but together difference. Each time you look at Board member Pili/ Barr congratulates jacob Ide as dard of excellence any s ituation Mall Eber prepares to pass the torcll to the junior Class as Kristen they make one your diploma, remember that you he r eceives Iris diploma. has been raised. good or bad." Genung and Stephanie Copeland look on. powerful sound, are still a student, still learning every day The Class of 2001 has met the challenge. We have one powerful how to be human. So, reach out. Se nd an e- raised the bar and kept the tradition alive. We have Valedictorian Kristin Union. Everyone who has walked the halls of our schools, every­ mail to a friend. Write a letter to your third showed the future graduating classes what being a Brisco highlighted t wo one who has seen the good or the bad times - we are Redskins. grade teacher. Kiss your mom. Hug your dad. Redskin truly means. Class of 2001, thank you for important learning Whether we are upper class, lower class, middle class or in t he Think about someone other than yourself. keeping the State of the Union as strong as ever." tools s he has encoun­ senior class - we are Redskins. The color of our skin matters School never ends - the classroom is every­ tered at Union High not, for we are all Redskins. We have from the beginning been where. Senior class vice president Spencer Shaw and Devon School - road construc­ Redskins, and tonight we leave as Redskins." j ames, class secretary, W

Hayle)' Alderman Ryan Boyls Kyle Cortiana Tracy O'Bannon JennHer Erin Schultz Brian VanSchoyck Beth Allen Meagan Bradley Kylie Cox R. Kevi n O'Brien Brillney Sheffield joseph Vega Amber Allison Kristin Brisco Travis Curran Class of 2001 Sch< )}arship Recipients Cory Osborn Amber Sims Kathy Yo Brillany L. Amilian Jared Buchan Courtney Davis Kelly O'Toole Anna Sillerly Lindsay Vroome Jennifer Arend 1\ lalt Buck Jennifer Davis Shaun Frescoll joy Gu thrie Michelle Hodt, ~ Dustin Kline Samantha L)•on Ashley Page Daniel Slack Stacy Vu Joey Armstrong Brooke Bumgardner Ryan Davis !\Iarissa Fuhrmcister Jose David Guzman Chloe Hoge Kimberly Koch Lindsey S. 1\lcClure Chris Page Stephen Snow jessica Waesch Reanne Ashley Lauren Burke Trinity Dawson Roger Gassett Andrea Hall Charlie Huddl !Stan Min·joung Koo Jamie 1\ lcConn ell Deobrah Pense Lacy Sober jonathan Walker ldil Atalik Odille Cabrera Erin Dethlefs Chand ra Geiser Tameka Hamilton Adam Korner jessica 1\lcDaniel Camille Perry Lauralis Soberal Amanda Waterman Charle Zach Huff s Atkins Ill Li ndsay Carey Lori Dotson Noah Geld 1\ lariena Hargrave nson Jeff Krafft C.]. 1\ lcGechie John l'ettifcr John Soderstrom justin Weber l\lelissa Heather Huski Bailey Roberto Carreno joshua C Dresser Marni Gesinski Brian Harms Kathleen Kustra Lindsey l\lcKellips Pauline Pham Chad Sommers Darci Wells Angela Bargas Jerome Janet C.]. Caudle Derek DuBreuil Jeffrey Gockel Chris Harms Daniel Kustura Nathanael 1\ lahaffey Travis Phillips Zac Spavital Jon Blake Barlow Lynzee Jenkin Wells Joshua Chambers Josh DuPree Tyler Gooch Summer Has ty Katie Lakey james l\lancinclli Chet Pitts Sarah Stout Adam Wilbanks Chris Barnes Leena John Carrie Chandler Ben Dvorak Katie Grassmyer Emile Hawkins Amanda John: on jacob Landers Darold l\lansfi eld Anthony Quinn l\lall Strickland Laura Wilkinson Heather Baugess Alissa Cherry jason Edelmann Jason Gravelle Justin Hayden m jennifer Landphair jeff 1\ latthews Nathan Raddatz Ellioll Sumrall Robbie Willingham Cassie Bax Barbara Johns jessica Chesbro Ryan Einer 1\ latt Gray Jamie Hemphill Jamie ohnsor Alida Langham Katherine l\lentzel Scott Reeves Patrick Teague Amber Winters l\lichelle Berglund Katie Chilson Natalie Eneff Brandon Green Lesley Hess janet Lauchlan Rina l\lorakot Sarah Reineking Ra ndy Thieme Renee Wolfenbarger Blake Bergman Ka1 s tan Lauren 01ristoffersen Amanda Faith Eric Griffin Veronica Hess Ry< es Stephanie Lederle ]ami Mullikin Scott Rettedal Brian Thompson Tamara Woodson Caleb Blankenship Alia Clark Steven Farrell l\lichael ]. Griffi n Brian Highfill jennucr Kaefe Adam Lifsics Prashanthi ~ l usa pe t llo Robbins Joseph Tran Kristi Wyatt Amber lli )•thc Ka rissa Clark Jessica l'iror ~ li c h ae l Louis Griffin Li ndsey Hobbs Ryan Lincks Cameron ~ lusg rove james Robertson Anthony Tricine lla Aaron Bode Sara Ke rns Jenny Yeager Rebecca Cli ffton Keith Ford Raymond Guardiola Vicki Hobbs 1\ laryellcn Loeffler l\latt Robertson Mi nh K. Truong Peter Zs Charley Boyce James Kessler Angie Nickel iga Paul Cole Spring Frankcnburger David Gurley Robert Hocking Sara Kitch Autumn Long l\latt Nikkel Aaron Rooney Chad Tygart Philip Zsiga Page 10 May-June, 2001 ------May-June, 2001 ------Page? Union Athletes Continue ship of seniors third at regionals; Gerad Roberts was a NATIONAL Clark, Christine SENIORS OF Nicole Alger, Ashley 2000 state qualifier and was named MERIT COM­ Clodi, joshua THE MONTH: Tradition of Excellence Benjamin, Michelle Ou tstanding Wrestler at the Union tour­ MENDED: 97th Dresser, Benja­ August Berglund, Kelly nament; and Sam Tangren was a 2001 Percentile - Mea­ min Dvorak, Lindsey Mc- Union's varsity football seniors c ulmi­ Black, Jestine Cook, National Team qualifier. Also contribut­ gao R. Bradley, Brandon Green, Kellips and anding three-year run in nated an outst Kelley Cox, Ashley ing to Union's successful season were Christine Clodi, Eric Griffin, Jared Buchan; fo otbaii, compiling an impressive 28 Ledbetter, Angie seniors Jody Barnes, Eric Brown, Mike September wins with just four losses and playing in Marni Gesinski, Michael ]. Grif­ Nickel, Lindsi Snod­ Iten, Ky Krusemark, Matt Nikkel and Bri t ta n y the 6A State Charles Huddle­ fin, Eddie High­ grass and Brandy Aaron Rooney. ston, Maryellen berger, Chloe Amilian and Championship game Wright, the season all three years of Nicole Alger Loeffler, Whit­ Hoge, Heather Aaron Rooney; was plagued with Led b y seniors their high school ney Lynn, Lind­ Huskinson, Han­ October - Chloe injury. Mustering reinforcements from Whitney Herzog, Deborah Pense Aaron Rooney j oey Armstrong careers. Sixteen will sey McClure, nah jacobi, Bar- Hoge and Scott .~ the JV and frosh ranks, the team hosted justin Hull, Whitney ' Katherine Mentzel, Deborah Pense and bara Johnson, Reeves; November - Lindsey S. McClure ' continue playing in and won their regional. They returned '· college-- eight at the Lynn and Brian jacob Robbins Hollie Johnson, and John to the state tournament and fought like Reynolds, t he swim Division 1 level, Kathleen trom ; .------.... true champions but the cold, the program was the Sodt!rs three in junior col­ NATIONAL Jacob December -~ injuries and the 12-inning games got the most successful com­ Kustra, " lege, and five more MERIT FINAL­ Landers, Pauline Pharo best of them. They finished the season at the small-college bined performance in ISTS: Top of 1% } oslr DuPree 26-16 and were fifth school history. The Whitney Ly nn Maryel len and Zac level. Jerome janet -Heather of 32 teams in the girls' sixth place fin- Loeffler, Jamie Spavital; january was selec ted a Parade Ail-American, state. Huskinson, McConnell, - Crystal Little­ while josh DuPree and Tyler Gooch ish at state added to the boys' improve­ Anthony Quinn, ment to ninth, with Union ranked fifth Kat h erine john and Caleb were chosen as OCA Ail-Staters. Caleb john Soder­ Mentzel, Jami Bla nkenship; Blankenship, Aaron Rooney and Zac The gymnastics in the combined standings. team completed s trom, james Mullikin, Cam- February - Deb­ Spavital will join Jerome, josh and Tyler Individually, Whitney Lynn stole the another successful spotlight w ith her record-setting per­ Thompson and eron Musgrove, Crysta l Littlejohn orah Pense and in the prestigious Oil Bowl Classic pit­ Brian Van­ Green; ting the best from season, finishing as formance in the 500 freestyle. She was Krystal Myers, Brandon Schoyck Kristin Brisco Scot! Reeves Oklahoma and the state runner-up at voted Outstanding Senior at state and is Cory Osborn, Deborah Pense, Pauline March - Kristin Level 5 with the help Pharo, Anthony Brisco and joey best from Texas. both All -State and All-American for NATIONAL MERIT of three graduating Lauren Burke 2000-2001. Quinn, George Armstrong; April - Christine Clodi and ACHIEVEMENT seniors. Lauren Robbins, Daniel jon Chisholm; Members of the RECOGNITION Burke was named All-State for the sec­ The boys' basketball team finished the Slack, John May - Lindsay boys' cross country SCHOL A R: ond time; Reanne Ashley was state season 22-5, winning the Bixby tourna­ Soderstrom, Ju­ Carey and team placed in the Tam ara vault champ; and Nora Watkins did ment, regional and area championships. lie Lynn Soper, Anthony Quinn top four in every reg­ Woodson ular season m eet in double-duty as a gymnast and a varsity They reached the state semifinals, los­ Brian Van­ cheerleader. Oklahoma. Their ing to state champ· Schoyck, Kathy SENIORS OF NATIONAL HIS­ THE YEAR: second- Caleb Cummings Midwest City. The PANIC RECOG­ Vo, Darci Wells, Behind the senior leadership of jennifer Lindsey McKel­ pl ace team was led by five NITION PRO­ jonathan Wells, Arend, Amber Sims and Tiffny seniors who had lips and joey finish at the conference GRAM SCHOL­ Amber Winters, Wichmann, the Redskin voll eyball team great chemistry and Armstrong meet was Union's best con­ FINALIST: Tamara Wood- achieved the Wghest determination. juan AR ference finish in six years. Caleb Blankenship son, and Philip ranking in school his­ Lindsay Car ey Marni T. Ges­ Regionals brought a Carson led the team Zsiga fourth-place win, and tory of #3 in the in scoring and was inski jon Chisholm state. Amber, a four­ first-team All - they ended the sea­ OKLAHOMA son ranked #3 in the year s tarter, is Conference, All - Union's career l eader Metro, Ail-District 7, FOUNDATION state. Graduating juan Carson FOR EXCEL- seniors are Caleb in almost every sta­ and a Jim Thorpe LENCE ALL- Cummings, Jeff tistical category. She selection. Justin Fairchild was the floor Martin, Daniel Slack was named to the All­ leader - a hard-nosed, gritty player, and STATERS : and Ronald Sosa. State team and Dustin Ketchum, our three-point spe­ Anthony Quinn Amber Sims received the confer- cialist, was one of the hardest workers and John With a returning jun­ ence MVP award. Three-year starter in the program. Chris Lopez led in Soderstrom ior/senior defense, Jennife r was named to All-State and Ail­ rebounding and was a versatile player Conference. Tiffny is a two-year starter the future looked who could play inside or move to the OKLAHOMA bright for the returning who was selected as an All-State alter­ perimeter when needed. Adam nate. Wilbanks was a two-year starter who A C A D E M I C Carrie Clrandler Lady Redskin softball SCHOLARS: led in assists and will be remembered state champs. Grades 9-12 cumulative GPA 3.4/ 4.0, 4 The 2000-2001 for his las t-second shots against Under the leader- 3 Math, 3 Science, 3 Social wrestling season Midwest City in the Tournament of English, combined experi- Champions and against Bartlesville in Studies, 27 ACT, -- ~------...._, enced and inexperi­ the regional final. 1180 SAT enced grapplers, -- .. ~ Amber Allison, with r eturning sen- The 2000-2001 girls' b asketball team Brittany Amil­ iors provid­ will not be remembered most fo r their ian, Blake Bar- ing leader­ win-loss record, but for their heart and low, Amber I \ ship fo r many fighting spirit. Seniors Michelle, •• ::..._ Bly the, john new to the David Mcintosh Berglund, Angeline Borum, Katie Klein• ,. Boyce, Kristin · 1 1 · r March 31 at t11e Marching A uxiliary The Union Highstepper~ we~e ~ra med natro~a c ramp!J ~: Hi lrsreppers received 1 7 awards dur- sport. David Brisco, Lindsay 111 1 and Ashley Ledbetter demonstrated Nalional Dance c;han_1 p10ns~ rp Sa n_ A I~ ton~~ ~e~~~~llllr nat Tonal tirle. The drill tea m was also Mcintosh was and inspired the team's effo rt and Carey, Carrie ing tile competition, addrtron t_o wr':'rrrng e1er Tire Hig lrsteppers are under tile direction rn 0 named Eas t All­ Chandler, Katie named Oklahoma Grand Clrampwns 111 ecem • ' Melissa Zumwalt and Kristi Hale. State and took (Continued on page 11) jared Buclran Chilson, Alia May~une,200l ______Page 11 Page 6 ------May-June, 2001

Special Awards ART: AP Studio NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: Pauline Athletics (Cont. from Page JOJ Senior midfielder Ashley Hildebrand and jenny Schultz Art Katie Pham - $1,000.00, Brandon Green - collected two goals as All-State forward were the catalyst for Presented to Seniors Grassmyer and $750.00, Chloe desire to succeed. Erin Bradford scored the game winner. the girls' success. They will long be Kristi Wyatt, Art Hoge - $750.00 The season ended with a 2-0 loss to They were members of 2001 remembered and eventual state cham­ of the state champi­ The following students of Union High - jason Edel­ Natalie Eneff - mann, Photo­ appreciated for their pion Jenks. Co-cap­ on 400- and 800- School were recipients of special awards $750.00 and heart and persever­ graphy - Sarah Maryellen tain Blair Blackman relay and state run­ as listed: ance. was a three-year ner-up in the 1600 Reineking and Loeffler- $750.00 Spring Franken­ starterl jennifer relay, finishing their DEPARTMEN: Slow-pitch softball, Davis was a three­ burger, Digital careers as four-time Christi Schultz TAL AWARDS KEY CLUB KIWA­ in only its second full year letterman, and state qualifiers. Pauline Pham Imaging - E. J. NIS CLUB: season, posted a 16- Angeline Borum the sixth senior on Christi and jenny LANGUAGE: Hawkins, Cera­ $500.00 each - 19 record. Leading the team, Jenni were also co-captains Outstanding AP mics - Issac Harper, Humanities-Kelly Scott Reeves, the way for the Lady Redskins were sen­ Gudmundson, saw of the girls' cross American Chaves Brittany Ami/ian Christine Clodi, iors Kelley Cox, who batted .381 with limited action but Erin Bradford country team for two Literature Amber Winters 24 RBis, and Angie Nickel with a .526 was always support- years as well as four­ Anthony Quinn COMPETITIVE and Tori Ormes average. Other seniors included Kris­ ive. ·· year lettermen. SPEECH & tina Abbasi, Brittany Arnilian, Kelly Brandon Green SOCIAL STUD­ DEBATE: Debate BROKEN ARROW ROTARY CLUB: Black, Jestine Cook, Senior golfer and four-year letterman The bighlight of the IES: Outstanding - Eddie High­ Kathy Vo and Chloe Hoge ---~~- Lindsey Horton, Sara Kitch wraps up a stellar year by women's tennis sea- Lindsi Snodgrass AP Psychology Brandon Green and berger, Compe­ being named All-Conference and taking son was a third-place jenny Schultz Katie Chilson titive Speech­ FIRST NATION­ and Brandy Wright. second at the Sand Springs Invi-tational, finish at the Shawnee Debate - Jona· AL BANK OF fourth at the Broken Arrow Invitational tournament, which featured 16 area SCIENCE: than Wells, Com­ BROKEN AR­ The boys' soccer and tenth at teams. With the loss of only one senior, Outstanding petitive Speech - ROW: $8,000.00- team finished with a the Ponca Tara Junker, the team's future looks Science Student - Cameron Good- Alia Clark record of 9-7, losing City tourna­ bright. The men's m e n t . Stephen Snow, win, Gretchen Chloe Hoge in the semifinals to team, led by seniors Amanda Brent Anderson, Outstanding Winter, Joseph TULSA SCOTT­ Broken Arrow who Kelley Cox won the state cham- Johnson and Ryan Jones, Ryan Honors Physio­ Vega and Jeff Gockel TISH RITE pionship and fin­ Ginney Lincks and Matt logy Student - FOUNDATION: ished #1 nationally. Team co-captain Peirce Thomas, endured a Christine Clodi, HOME ECO­ Lindsey S. NOMICS: Blake Barlow was selected to the Ginney Peirce, Amanda earned their season filled with Outstanding McClure and johnson & Sara Kitch fourth let- Outstanding Big Marni Gesinski Frontier Conference team, All-District 4 adversity but in the Physics Student - Chet Pitts and All-State. He was voted the team's ters by playing in four tournaments end, half the team Family - Beth John Soder- Best Offensive Player and MVP. Brian each. qualified for state. Lindsey McClure Allen and Am­ LANCE BARLOW MEMORIAL SCHOL-. Highfill, team co-captain, was also Tara junker Jones excelled strom, Outstanding AP ber Sallee, Out­ ARSHIP: $500.00 each - Todd Christen­ named to the Frontier Conference team, The boys' golf team finished with first­ throughout the year, Chemistry Student - Alia standing Family sen - Football, Blake Barlow - Soccer All-District 4 and All-State. Roberto place wins in the Ponca City Invitational taking first in the regional tournament Clark and Consumer Carreno and Phillip Gallegos were and the Sand Springs Invitational and and fourth at state. Sciences Award - UNION YOUTH selected as honorable mention on All­ third-place finishes in the Owasso FOREIGN LANGUAGE: Deanne Salinas FOOTBALL Conference and All-District 4; Bo Invitational and the Union Preview. The 2001 baseball season was one of the Outstanding Spanish Blake Barlow ASSOCIATION: Robbins was honorable mention on All­ Senior Chet Pitts was a four-year letter­ most successful in recent years. USA Student - Brandon )ami Mullikin Conference; and Matt Buck was District man and a medalist at the 2000 Jenks Today and ESPN.com ranked the Green, Outstanding SCHOLARSHIPS and Zac Spavital 4 honorable mention. Invitational, Adam Redskins as high as #2 and #15, respec­ French Student - josh Mathias was a Korner was a four- tively, in the nation. With strong senior Anthony Quinn, OKLAHOMA BOVAIRD: four-year letterman year letterman and leadership, the program gained national Outstanding STATE RE­ $24,000.00 and a three-year Jonathan Young was recognition by establishing a 34-8 starter, Chris Page German Student - GENTS SCHOL­ a two-year letterman. win/loss record. They were state semi­ Natalie Eneff was voted Most Brian Harms ARSHIP: ACT .m.~-~-·. ­ finalists, 6A regional champions and Erin Dethlefs Improved Player, and The 2001 track sea­ brought home the championship trophy combined 13 2 Jeff Matthews was VOCAL MUSIC: Out­ or SAT com­ son was one of suc­ of the prestigious one of the hardest cess for both the Tiger/Skin Classic. standing Vocal Stu­ bined score of workers on the team. boys and the girls. Replacing the seniors dents - Spencer Shaw SPECIAL RECOGNITION 1550 or greater Brian Highfill Bryan Brown injured The boys were sec­ Chet Pitts on a pitching staff and Amanda Water­ at $5500.00 his lower back early ond in regionals and • that recorded one of man, Outstanding each: John So­ US ARMY DIS­ in the season and did not have a lot of finished tied for seventh in state. the lowest ERAs Music Theory derstrom , TINGUISHED playing time, but he was always on hand Seniors Cameron Goodwin, Eric Hern, nationally will be a Charles Meagan Bradley, ATHLETE: to lend support. Dustin Kline and Daniel Slack provided challenge. They McGechie Patrick Teague, Zac Spavital Based on athletic leadership, and Daniel earned medals in included Charley Lindsey S. Mc- and academic The girls' soccer season saw the team both regionals and Boyce (Metro Pitcher Clure and Matt Nikkel accomplish­ play the first bigh school girls' tourna­ state. of the Year), Brandon Charley Boyce ments - Amber ment in Union bistory, winning two of Cook (All-Frontier Sims and Tyler their three games. They placed third in The girls' success Conference), Tony Cerar (Most Valuable Gooch district and took a tie for fourth place in was even greater. Pitcher), Kevin O'Brien and A very They won first or sec­ Ward. Equally a problem will be filling GIRL SCOUT e Frontier Conference. With a true union fighting spirit, the girls ond in every meet the void of a senior-dominated lineup GOLD AWARD: regrouped to have an exciting playoff they attended, culmi­ that included Tyler Gooch (All­ Brittany Amilian, run to the state semifinal match, aveng­ nating with a state Metro/Sun Belt), Chad Tygart (All­ Marni Gesinski, Erin Dethlefs and ing an early-season loss to Broken runner-up finish. Metro/Sun Belt), jon Chisholm, Nick Alicia Lyon Arrow by winning 3-2 in two overtimes. Eric Hem Twin seniors Christi Crosby, Keith Ford and Mike Garner. Pagel2 ______May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page S The PTA Council Cofilfilunique

A11dersen Elementary The PTA 2000/ 2001 theme "A Beacon for a Brighter Future" kicked off our school year. President's Comments Andersen parents, faculty and staff helped ~tu­ 1 just want to thank all the Council Officers and Chairmen for your hard dents by giving them support and shoWJng work and enthusiasm and to all the P~esidents , Com~c!l Deleg~tesj them that the future truly holds exciting and Principals and the Superintendent for makmg our Council outstamh~g. rewarding possibilities. Outstanding volunteers We have such great communication between our schools and our adnun­ made our accomplishments possible. L-:~aii;Eiiiir-~s~ix~u:ru:.o:n~s:e~ru:.o:r:s~we re chosen as 2000- ments, school and community activities, istration, and we have an understanding that we all must work ~ogeth.e r in order to form a More Perfect Union! I have always been proud to represent the Umon P'IA, 2001 National Merit Scholarship finalists educational plans and goals. Our PTA hosted an open house for families and by the National Merit Scholarship a welcome-back breakfast for faculty and staff as and for the last two years as the Council President, because I know. that I have been a. repre­ National Merit Scholarship awards are sup­ Corporation (NMSC). Those students are a special time to show our support and appreci­ sentative for all the people in our district who want the best education possibl~ f~r their chil­ ported by some 600 independent sponsors Heather Huskinson, John Soderstrom, ation. We provided funds for teachers to dren and are willing to work hard for it. Union patrons give so freel_y of their lime, energy, and by NMSC's own funds. Sponsor orgaru­ Anthony Quinn, James Thompson, Brian enhance their classroom curriculum and, to money and creativity that it is no wonder our district is looked at as bemg a progressive leader zations include corporations and business­ VanSchoyck and Daniel Birnbaum who complete our Back-to-School Welcome, we pro­ in the state. es, company foundations, professional vided Popsicles to all students at their first We worked hard in PTA this past year, so give yourselves a big pat on the back! I hope every­ attends the Oklahoma School of Science associations, and colleges and universities. and Math in Oklahoma City. school assembly. one has a nice, relaxing summer because in August we will once again ask you. t~ roll up your With education being our top priority, the PTA sleeves and get back to work for education! Our children's future depends on It. To be sleeted as Merit scholars, students hosted our first Geography Bee and Reading Lorri Williams, must demonstrate an outstanding aca­ Night. We purchased three GeoSafaria Talking Union P'l'A Council President demic record, be endorsed and recom­ Globes to be shared by several classes, a set of mended by their school principal, con­ Atlas books, early reading chapter books, dic­ firm PSAT/NMSQT performance on tionaries and thesauruses. Our International improvements. We began this year hoping to provide more for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or Festival featured hands-on crafts and booths I would like to thank all of our wonderful vol­ the classroom curriculum, and I believe we have the American College Test (ACT) throughout the school and an International unteers for their dedication and look forward to been very successful in obtaining that goal. But Fashion Show. and provide detailed information working with them again in the fall. I hope it would not have been possible without the about their scholastic accomplish- Each year Andersen PTA continues to support everyone has a wonderful and safe summer. wonderful teachers, staff, parents and students programs that are beneficial to children such as of Briarglen. 1 would like to personally thank United Way and D-FY. Red Ribbon week gave us Sue McCrary, Boevers PTA President all the PTA volunteers for everything they have done this year. We have had fun and done a lot an opportunity to show students we care by Briarglen Elementary raising their awareness of the harmful effects of of good for Briarglen. It was hard work and drugs. WOW, it's been a great year at Briarglen. We sometimes not a lot of fun, but thanks to each started the year with a new principal, nineteen and every one of you for sticking with it and Through the leadership of PTA committees, spe­ new teachers, a whole new office staff and a lot giving it your all. You made my job a lot easi­ cial activities including free popcorn and ice of work to do. One of our major goals was to er. All this goes to show that BRJARGLEN cream each month, snow cones on special occa­ provide more to the classroom curriculum. Our PRIDE IS HARD TO HIDE!! sions, Reflections, Spirit Days, Chat-N-Chew, first Annual Fall Carnival in October raised over Talent Show, Super Kids Day and Skating Nights $500, and our annual FASCO fund raiser netted Jamie Anderson, Briarglen PTA President with our friends at Moore Elementary will pro­ over $8,000. With this money, we have been Cedar Rillge Elementary vide great school memories. able to provide the third grade classes with the Andersen Elementary and the PTA were com­ Saxton math curriculum for next year, and we The year started off with a phone call informing mitted to working together to improve the play­ have purchased Culture Smart, an art book that me that we were to be the proud recipients of a ground this year. Through everyone's support, will allow the teachers to do multicultural art new principal. What a delight she turned out to we purchased the first phase of the new play­ projects in the classrooms. be. We kicked the year off with tie-dyed shirts ground equipment in April. The students are sporting the logo "Peace, Love and Cedar Ridge" Our Heroes In Action assembly was a major pro­ and sold out before our Meet the Teacher was thrilled and are looking forward to completion duction with big screens and modern-day of the project in the near future. half over. Second and third reorders soon fol­ heroes who spoke with the kids on exactly what lowed. We had a great membership drive with I would like to thank the PTA board members they had done to become heroes. In December, 108% PTA membership. As a reward to the chil­ for all of your hard work. A special thanks to we provided hot chocolate and candy canes to dren for meeting and exceeding our principal Larry Williams and his staff for sup­ our multiage classes as they read the story Entertainment Books fund-raising goal, a fire porting the PTA and helping us accomplish this Polar E:>.1Jress. In January, teachers, students school year's events. I look forward to serving truck came and placed our new principal on the and parents spent a wonderful evening togeth· roof. She stayed there all day, and the children as your PTA President during the upcoming er at our annual Bingo night. We went above school year. came throughout the day to bring her food and and beyond our goal and had a wonderful time drinks via a rope and bucket. Our Bingo nights janet Theis, Audersen PTA President doing it. In February, Briarglen donated 21 bas­ grew so large that they had to be moved to the kets for the annual Foundation Dinner silent 6th/7th Grade Center, and we had a full house Boevers Elementary auction. The weather was great for our annual there as well. We participated in many worth­ Briarglen run, and the kids raised over SI ,000 while projects and services for our kids such as The end of the year always brings a sigh of while getting fit and having fun. The profit will Operation Union Cares, Klothes K1oset, Skate relief. Another successful year is at an end. be used to update the playground area with Nights, Pizza Day, reading programs and many Then you realize that there are actually only a work scheduled to take place in june. We pro­ other things. This year we purchased many few weeks until preparations for the next year vided a third grade class with copies of the new things for our school such as microscopes need to be made. Whether it's planning for a Tulsa World, so they could read Hauk, the Cow carnival, fund raiser or school supplies, the digital cameras, CD players, a CD library and Dog as a classroom project; we purchased owl more. work never really stops. Many of our volunteers pellets and butterfly larva for the science class­ are working on next year's projects, whether it es; and we will purchase new maps for several We have had a wonderful year and have done be to raise funds, plan parties or make school of the classrooms. much for our children. I would like to extend Page 4 ------May-June, 2001 May-June, 2001 ------Page 13

Fine Arts Students PTA Communique (Cont.) Grove Elemeutary my computer, they do not seem to do justice to all our volunteers have accomplished. With the Experience Outstanding my sincere thanks and gratitude to everyone What an exceptional year we've had at Grove! who has made this year so successfu l--our prin­ We are celebrating the school's 25th anniver· help of many parents and through the dedica· Year cipal, teachers, staff, parents and students. We sary, and this event was commemorated lion of our Board, many exciting projects were IJave truly had a blessed year and have much to throughout the year. We began the year with taken on throughout the year. Everything's coming up roses for be thankful for. our annual school supplies, T-shirts, member­ From the first day Jarman's doors opened for Union's Renegade Regiment marching Lori Bell, Cedar Ridge PTA President ship and directory sales the week before school Meet Your Teacher in August, PTA has been band. started. Qur T-shirts were very patriotic, carry­ busy. Pre·ordered school supplies were deliv· The nationally known corps earned top Rov Clark Elementary ing the theme of "25 Years of Excellence." ered, spirit T-shirts and cool bag tags were honors at the Bands of America (BOA) Another exciting school year has come and gone Our second annual "Tailgate Party" coincided ordered, PTA memberships sold and directory Regional Competition in St. Louis and at Roy Clark. This year saw an 80% increase in with Meet the Teacher Open House and featured orders taken. All this before school even start· continued their winning streak with a M'A membership and a 100% membership from a jupiter jump, a clown making balloon animals, ed!! We hosted a fantastic "Welcome Back first place win at the Oklahoma the teaching staff. The Roy Clark famil y of obstacle course, face painting, "Guess the score Breakfast" for teachers and staff. New parent Bandmasters Association (OBA) State teachers, parents and students showed their of the BA-Union game," autographed football orientations were attended in record numbers. Union High School orcltestra members brought home superior ratings, and tlw Festival Honor school pride by supporting the PTA sale of T· and the beginning of school saw our colorful Marching Championships. With their Group Award (First Place) from the 2001 Dixie Classic National Adjudicators Invitational held in giveaway, and a special anniversary balloon shirts carrying the slogan "Roy Clark launch. Free hot dogs, popcorn and drinks were Parent Volunteer Packets relllrni ng in a highly tenth place finish out of 88 units at St. Louis, Missouri. Pictured left to right are: Natalie Eneff, jennifer Janssens, A nthony Quinn, successful drive for volunteer involvement. Grand Nationals, they are the only Lyndon Guo, Matt Tate, Alicia Langham, Kristi Wyatt, director Pete Peterson, Amber Allison, jacob Elementary ·· A Great Place to Learn." provided for families who showed their PTA Oklahoma band to have placed as a top· Ide, Brandon Green and Eric Brown. The efforts of a dedicated PTA Board and vol­ membership card or joined PTA that night. Our Our two big events fo r the year ·· our fall jog-a­ 12 band the last six years at nationals. unteers resulted in many successful fu nd-raising main fund raiser for the year, Cherrydale Thon and our spring Bingo Night ·· were phe­ Their hard work paid off when they Achievement Award for maintaining a the University of Tulsa, and their work activities and events. These well-organized activ­ Farms, raised just under SI 0,000 for our play­ nomenal successes. There were, however, many received and accepted an invitation to collective grade-point average of 3.S27. advanced to New York for national judg· ities were rewarded by the enthusiastic support ground fund and for classroom donations. We other PTA-sponsored activities throughout the participate in the prestigious 113th They also earned superior ratings in ing. Digital imaging students Eric of the parents, children and staff. The Bingo hope to see Phase I of our playground facelift year including monthly Skate Nights and Tournament of Roses Parade on New Concert Performance and Sight Reading Beaty, Richard Brandt, Tania Contreras Nights were so successful that we will be faced completed this summer! Popcorn Days, Reflections, Brown Bag lunch­ Year's Day 2002 in Pasadena, California. during competition at Oklahoma State and Nick Stiverson won Gol d Key with a new challenge to find somewhere larger Our annual Eagle Run jog-a-Thon is an event in eons, Red Ribbon days, Science Enrichment University. At District Contest, senior awards. In the visual arts category, than the cafeteria to hold them in. The which we try to get every student at Grove to activities, monthly newsletters and Jr. Great The High School choir capped off a stel­ cellist Amber Allison and violinist Min­ Amanda Lovell was a Gold Key Accelerated Reader and Reflections programs participate, and we lucked out with incredibly Books. We wound up the year with our Health lar year with a trip to Boston where they joung Koo received Superior ratings in Portfolio winner, and individual Gold were once again very popular. Other activities beautiful weather! We had many parent volun­ and Safety Week, Young Writer's Workshop and performed three concerts in honor of Small Ensemble Key winners were Richard Brandt, included Red Ribbon Week, monthly popcorn teers who punched lap cards, served refresh­ ticket sales for the Summer Movie Program. the 22S th anniversary of the signing of and/or Solo com­ Tania Contreras, Zac Fultz and sales, candy grams and Catch the Dream. ments and tallied laps. In January, Crazy Hair Th rough the generous support of our Jarman the Declaration of Independence. In petition and were Amanda Lovell. David Gurley and The Meet the Teacher Open House was very well Day was a big hit with students and staff alike! families, we were able to purchase needed items state competition, the choirs received named to All· Nick Stiverson were Silver Key winners attended, and the sale of pre-packaged school PTA opted to make the semi-monthly popcorn for each teacher's classroom, as well as for the Superior ratings in both Concert and State Orchestra. while Daniel Kustura received supplies exceeded our expectations. We are day free for all students, in honor of the school itself. Our big purchase this year ·· to be Sight Reading, to earn their first Honorable Mention. very fortunate to have a great group of dedicat­ school's birthday, but the sales from Mazzio's installed over the summer ·· is a shade shelter Sweepstakes Trophy since 1997. The Senior High ~ d teachers and staff at our school, and we Pizza days more than offset the cost of the pop­ for our playground. The vision is that this can Earning superior ratings at Jazz Ensemble li In state speech and debate competition showed our appreciation duri ng Teacher corn. Our second Bingo Night was held in late be utilized as an outdoor learning classroom district solo and ensemble received straight at the University of Oklahoma, senior Appreciation Week. Thanks to everyone who February, and at the end of February, PTA host­ when the weather cooperates! We have hosted contest were seniors Superior ratings joseph Vega helped make this year so exciting and success­ ed a "hen party," a brunch designed to thank performances by our Patriot Pride Choir, our Jessica Chesbro, Lindsey and placed sec­ placed fourth for ful, and we look forward to the next school our homeroom moms and class volunteers and 4th grade students poetry readings, and our to recruit more committee members for our McKellips, Krystal Myers, Lindsey McKellips ond in the SA his monologue. year. Patriot Hot Pepper jump Rope Team and Club. Sarah Romo, Amanda classification at Dorothy Harris, Roy Clark PTA President PTA. Another wonderful evening en joyed by all was Waterman and Robbie the Verdigris Jazz Festival. Individual This year includ­ Our most important day was our 25th our annual Art Show with a French Impressionists theme, wh ich featured an exhib· Willingham. Ryan honors for Outstanding Performance ed numerous Darnaby Elemelltary Anniversary reception on April 26. This event Lincks, Amanda were earned by the entire sax section outstanding the­ had been in the planning stages for over a year, ited piece of artwork from every child at Waterman and led by seniors E. ]. Hawkins and Thanks to everyone for making Darnaby a wo n­ and our anniversary committee did a wonderful Jarman. atrical produc­ derful place to be! The parents, teachers, staff Robbie Willingham Jennifer Landphair. Both Jazz tions ranging job! PTA's gift to the school was unveiled, a For our outstanding teachers and the staff at were among the Ensembles I & II took Superior ratings at and students worked together to make Darnaby granite monument inscribed with an eagle and Jarman, we have served luncheons, hosted from the Gilbert special. 200 students State Jazz Contest. In the SA classifica· & Sullivan light the words, "Robert B. Grove Elementary, Where Teacher Appreciation Week, arranged for statewide named to tion, Jazz Ensemble I took 4th place, operetta The Christine Clodi The Darnaby PTA sponsors three major fund Any Child Can Soar." This monument was Homeroom Moms and held monthly Catch the All-State Choir, and and in the "E" classification, jazz Pirates of Penz· raisers, the jog-A-Thon, Arts and Crafts Show placed near the front entrance to the school. Dream nominations. But, most importantly, we Jessica Chesbro was Ensemble IJ took l st. Union is the first ance to the student-written and-pro· and Carnival. The funds raised from these For Teacher Appreciation Week, a 60's theme have supported them with our time. .. and our selected to the 120· school in the state to take three jazz duced Joy Project. Senior Jeff Gockel three events allow us to provide many special kept things interesting all week with days of efforts have been repaid tenfold. voice Women's Honor ensembles to competition, and for all of was selected Best Actor, jessica things for our students, teachers and staff. "flower power" and "sugar shack." Our won­ It has been a wonderful group of people that I Choir. them to receive a Superior raUng is a Chesbro was named Best Actress, and We were pleased to participate in and support derful Hospitality Committee did something have worked with this year ·· our Board mem· tribute to our talented students. Reflections, Klothes Kloset, Catch the Dream, special fo r the staff every day of that week. Our bers, staff, parents and students. To each of The Orchestra Best Technical Theatre Student was Red Ribbon Week, Jr. Great Books, Meet the annual Field Day, combined with a birthday you: Thank you for the richness of this year. received the presti· Christine Ciodi. Ou tstanding Drama Union's photography students present­ Masters and Ranger Recycling. party for the school, was a fun clay fo r all the gious OSSAA Students were Lindsay Pulford and Ben Colette Hamann, Jarman PTA President ed outstanding work this year ·· Lauren students. Academic Kirberger. Our school never looked better than it did for Cohlrnia's and Tom Nguyen's photog· our Celebration of Science week. Two story­ On a personal note, I have tremendously McAuliffe Elemeutary raphy portfolios were awarded first and The Union Guard took top honors at the tellers and an author spoke to our students, enjoyed the opportunity to serve as PTA presi· We began our year at McAuliffe by welcoming second place respectively, and Spring Winter Guard International Mid-America bringing science to life all around them. The dent for Grove. Many special memories have Ka ren Vance as our new principal! Mrs. Vance Frankenburg was named Regional Competition with more than week concluded with a family picnic and open been made that I will carry with me always. welcomed returning and new teachers to Outstanding Photography Student. 60 winter guard and percussion units house. Our students' books they wrote and pub­ Grove is a special and unique school with a rich McAuliffe as our enrollment soared to over 650 competing in eight classes. They fi lished themselves were on display for all to history and an optimistic future. students. The PTA welcomed all the teachers A number of seniors won Gold and ished 3rd in Scholastic "A" competitim; .-ead. Working with the teachers, staff, parents Laurie Fletche1; Grove PTA President back to school with a luncheon, and we dove Silver Key awards in the regional at the Winter Guard International (WGI) and students has been a rewarding experience. right in with two fall fun d raisers which profit­ Sc holastic Arts World Championships in Milwaukee. Thank you to all who have helped make Tarman Elementary ed the PTA with S I 7,000 to use for school dona­ Visual Arts com­ Members of the Winter Drum Line won Darnaby a great place to be! It is very difficult to condense our year into a tions! By the end of September. all teachers petition held at Concert Open Percussion at WGL Cathy Carney, Darnaby PTA President few short paragraphs. 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PTA Communique (Cont.) Peters Elementary' Our JYI'A gives needed support to several organ­ A Big "Thank You" For Graduation Celebration 2001 Supporters were spending money in their classrooms, and izations and events within the school. We have all enjoyed another great year at As chairman of this year's Graduation Company, Carol & Duane Friesen, Reasor's, Red Lobster, Reliable throughout the year PTA funds purchased Peters! Our parent support has remained Engineering Challenge, Student Council, book elebration, I would like to thank the Frontier Produce, Mark & Rachel Chevrolet, Romano's Macaroni Grill, books, maps, equipment, musical instruments, strong with many new faces this year. We con­ fairs, school pictures, Klothes Kloset, PE uni mmerous sponsors, donors, chairmen, Godsey, Grady's American Grill, Green reading workbooks, chess resources and much, tinue to be amazed at all that our teachers and forms, the Union Schools Education Foundation Sam's Club, Service Merchandise, Brad volunteers and parents who worked so much more. parents do for our school and are thankful that and D-FY are just a few of the many times our Onion Restaurant, Grove Elementary Shelton, Sheraton Hotel, Smoothie we are part of such a strong district. volunteers and funds were needed and used. hard and gave so much in order to make PTA, Hobby Lobby, Homeland Stores, King, Sonic Drive-In, St. John Medical We enjoyed sponsoring family activities this year's party a tremendous success. Due to the success of JYI'A fund raising, we have Homerun Pizza, ].C. Penney's, Jarman Center, Staples Office Superstore, throughout the year. Bingo Night had big win­ We started the year with the return of Bingo. Following commencement, there were Elementary PTA, Jarman Elementary State Farm Insurance, Subway, T-N-T ners with wonderful prizes and cash. Kidz been able to purchase many items through our This fun, famil y event had been something PTA 589 seniors present at this all-night Students, Chuck johnson, Patricia & Auto Glass, Taco Bueno, TGI Friday's, Giftland was a shopping delight for the students had sponsored in the past but had discontinued. Mini-Grant Program for teachers and schoolwide projects. This year we have approved grants for party that included food, games, enter­ Bruce Johnson, Kenny's Auto Tulsa Plant Design, Turpen & as they purchased holiday gifts for their loved We decided it sounded like a fun evening for tainment, dancing and prizes. Many ones. Winter was brightened with our Carnival, $14,000.00 schoolwide. These funds allow Accessories, Kim Long's, Kit's Takee­ Associates, Union PTA Council, Union the community, so we tried it once again. None seniors approached me during the with games in every classroom, a giant slide teachers to purchase items not available Outee, Kmart, Linens·N-Things, Local Varsity Cheerleaders, Union Schools of us know why it was ever dropped! What a evening to tell me what a fun time they and Jupiter Jump, and every kind of food imag­ great turnout from our community of parents through bonds or other school funds but which Oklahoma Bank, Lowe's, Manhattan Education Foundation, Union 6th/7th inable. Spring saw another Bingo with more and teachers. Our emphasis was not on how are needed for their classrooms and s tude nL~ to were having and to say "thank you." Bagel, Mazzio's, McAuliffe Elementary Grade Center PTA, Union Intermediate prizes and cash and a free game for a $100 much money we could raise (although we did enrich and enhance learning. Donations were Those who attended had a great time, PTA, Gary & Sarah McBryde, Gloria & High School PTSA, Union 8th Grade prize. To thank the McAuliffe families for their turn a profit!) but on bringing everyone togeth· also given to D-FY and Operation Union Cares, made many special memories, and then Dave McKellips, Merritt's Bakery, Center PTA, Union Public Schools Print support throughout the year, we ended the year er for a night of fami ly fun. This will definite­ organizations which help our students. went home tired, but safe. Moore Elementary PTA, Jennifer Shop, VoiceStream Cellular, Wal-Mart, with a Free Family Night on the playground ly be a yea rly Back-to-School event. I am grateful for the wonderful and great vol­ Nation, Norvell-Marcum Co., Inc., Rhonda & Robert Winters, and Bill & This event would not have been possible with many inflatable games and free treats for Our students returned to school to find many unteers and JYl'A Board Members that I have had Office Depot, On the Border, Oshman's Denise Wright. all. the privilege to work with this year. Thank you without all of the wonderful contribu­ Superstore, P-F Unlimited, Inc., new titles in the library. The previous spring tions of cash, food, prizes and services The McAuliffe PTA supports D-FY, Graduation we had held a Jog-a-Thon strictly to put new for all you have done to make the 6th/7th Paradise Bakery, Peters Elementary Again, thank you to all who were Celebration, Klothes Kloset and Reflections with books on the shelves. The teachers had a great Grade Center great!! that we received. The following busi­ PTA, Phillips Petroleum, Pinkston's involved in helping with Graduation their volunteer hours and contributions. As time ordering books for their grade level, and Irene Castell, 6th/ 7th Grade Center PTA nesses and individuals were very gra­ Turf Services, Patti & Charles Pitcock, Celebration 2001. always, JYI'A members have provided hours and the students were so excited to have new titles President cious in their giving and because of their QuikTrip Corporation, RCB Bank, - Teri Griffin hours of volunteer help as testing monitors, to choose from. PTA also bought 20 chess generosity, we were able to provide 589 reading helpers, media volunteers, workroom games to help get the newly formed chess club Eiclztlz Grade Center seniors with an entertaining, yet safe, volunteers.. the list goes on and on! McAuliffe off the ground. Our ARC teacher meets twice a We had a wonderful yea r! The JYI'A sponsored evening: Adams Mark Hotel, Airco Chemistry Students Cut to the Bare Bones parents (and grandparents!) are very generous week with this group to help expand their hori· three dances throughout the year and the stu­ Service, Inc., Albertson's, All Star with their time! Thanks to all who have helped zons! dents seemed to have a good time. We also had Sports, American Eagle Outfitters, make this year such a success!! The Peters Arts and Crafts Show in November a pizza day at the end of each nine-weeks peri· Andersen Elementary PTA, Applebee's, Arby's, Arkansas Valley State Bank, Dorothy Harkrider, McAuliffe PTA President featured many great buys just in time for the od. rvest/ State Bank, Back Yard Burgers, holidays. Our Spring Carnival was a huge suc­ We are proud to have very talented and creativ lAMA Companies, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Moore Elementary cess once again. Based on the crowd in the students. Some entered the Reflections contest, Best Buy, Bill & Ruth's, Blockbuster What an amazing first year at Moore prize room at the end of a fun evening, we and many also tried out for the talent shmv. know the majority of our student body enjoyed Video, Blue Bell Ice Cream, Ron & Kay Elementary! I want to personally thank the JYI'A offered the very popular book sox at sched­ Union JYI'A Council and all the Union JYl'As who a great time at the carnival. Blythe, Boevers Elementary PTA, ule pickup. The PTA has also been fortunate Braum's, Briarglen Elementary PTA, have helped us financially. We would never All these events, along with the monthly skat­ enough to be able to purchase a message board Broken Arrow Civitan Club, Burger have been able to accomplish the things we did ing, popcorn, newsletter, box tops, membership so the students may be informed of all upcom­ this year without your support. drive and directory, called for many hours from King (Pamax Management), ing activities and events. We also purchased Carrabba's Italian Restaurant, Cedar our volunteers. We could always find someone much-needed classroom supplies to be shared Carol Friesen, a Union volunteer, helped our Ridge Elementary PTA, Chick-Fil-A, JYI'A provide "My School is MOORE Fun" buttons willing to step up and get the job done. We by a large number of our students. We are very Chili's Restaurant, Cici's Pizza, Cintas to all students and staff at the beginning of the know that it is this dedication to making our grateful to parent volunteers who have given school year. The JYI'A sponsored popcorn and schools the best they can be that will make a much of their time to help out. They were very Corporation, Citgo Petroleum, Coca­ ice cream days, Spirit Days, Skate Nights and a difference in the long run. We have had a year helpful at our dances as chaperones and as con­ Cola, Conner & Winters, Corporate talent show during the year. Parental support filled with memories. After a relaxing break cession help. Many also helped during pizza Challenge, Cricket Communications, was strong at all of our fund raisers including this summer, we'll be ready to do it all again! days and during testing as monitors. We have Cunningham Fine jewelry, Darnaby two Bingos, a Fun Run Jog-a-Thon, a Carnival, Ginger Swauson, Peters PTA President truly appreciated their help and could not have Elementary PTA, Diamond's Edge, El and a wonderful "First Families of Moore accomplished all our activities without them. Chico, El Paso BBQ, EyeMart Express, Cookbook." This support enabled the PTA to Vickie Morrison, Eighth Grade Center PTA Flintco, Inc., Floral Haven Funeral Sixtii/Seventh Grade Center purchase much-anticipated playground equip· President Home, Ford Motor Credit, Ford Motor Displaying their unusual project are from left, Dr. jay Ross, Erin Smith, Lisa Ryan, ]anae Wallace, ment and a school marquee, as well as other Life at the Sixth/Seventh Grade Center has been Company - Glass Plant, Ford Motor ]enna Haggard, Amanda Karri, Yvonne Pham, Dustin Gamble; standing in back, Leah Pranger and educational items for the classrooms. busy, big and fun from August to May. We start· Intermediate Hielz School Andre Boustani and, kneeling, teacher Brad Cast. ed the year with schedule pickup and touring This year has been one of great changes and Our PTA membership was outstanding! Union Intermediate High School chem­ Marshall T. Moore PTA received three awards at the school to find classes. We welcomed our challenges. We started the year with a new ing the chore of preparing the skeleton teachers with a Back·t(}School lunch catered by principal and two new assistant principals. It the Communicator istry teacher Brad Cast moved his class­ for display. the Oklahoma JYI'A Convention in November: 1) room to a Broken Arrow pasture in Oak Tree Award, 2) Gold Acorn Award and 3) the Outback. There was plenty of food, fun , was really wonderful getting to know them and The Communicator (USPS 097 430) is pub· February, challenging students through Wearing old clothes, latex gloves and Beacon of Light Award. It was the first time the prizes and even tests for the teachers. All of the working with them. Schedule pickup was a lit· lished bi-monthly with extra issues in October a grueling, but educational, "hands-on" Vicks Vap-0-Rub, the students used Beacon of Light Award had been given, and we teachers joined PTA again this year, and we tie hectic at first, but it got smoother as the days and January by Union Public Schools, 5656 S. !29th E. Ave., Tulsa, OK 74134·6711. It is science project to assist a local veteri· Exacto knives to strip the horse's body were honored to be the first recipient. These appreciate their support. went by. We had two pep rallies and guest issued to patrons of the Union Public School narian in securing a horse skeleton for and clean the bones. Once clean, the are only some of the highlights of our year. It Our first event for the 7th grade students was a speaker assemblies during the year. The ninth District free of charge. Dr. Cathy Burden is graders really enjoyed Crash Court. The direc­ his examination room. Under the tute­ bones were erected into a skeletal ills­ has been a very successful and rewarding year western dance in August with other dances held Superintendent of Schools. Gretchen Haas­ lage of Dr. jay Ross, DVM, of Oak Grove tories finally came out in December .. better lat~; Bethel) is Communications Director/Editor. play that will be used as a teaching tool in many ways. I want to personally thank my in November and February. Our 6th grade stu­ Veterinary Hospital, students interested Executive Committee, Board members, faculty than never. JYI'SA had four pizza days for the fhe Communicator staff includes Janie by Dr. Ross. Accorcling to Cast, the task dents had a skating party in October and a Froman, Shannon Phillips and Beverly in the medical and/ or veterinary fields was long and sometimes difficult, but and staff for all your endless support. I am Winter Fun Night in January and their first students and as our only fund raisers, we did Thummel. Periodicals postage paid at Tulsa, very well. spent several weeks dissecting the body provided students with the rare oppor­ anticipating another wonderful year in 200 1· dance in May. Our Reflections contest went OK. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to of a euthanized horse, whose owner 2002! The Communicator, 5656 S. 129th E. Ave., tunity to work alongside a veterinarian well, with some students advancing to state Three dances, including the sophomore semi­ donated the carcass. Cast's students and to study, first-hand, the anatomical joy Gtovet; Moore PTA President Tulsa, OK 74134-6711, or call459·3305. competition. formal, were all well received and everyone had observed the autopsy prior to undertak- features of a large animal. May~une,20 0l ______Page IS Page 2 ------May-June, 2001

P TA Comm u nique (Cont.) munication between home and school. PTSA such a blessing in my life. I take with me very Union 6th/ 7th Graders Cheer New American Citizens special memories of shared moments with so a good time. The PTSA also had three functions volunteers gave their time to promote the Reflections program, College and Career Night, many of you, and I appreciate all the time and Sitting under a large American flag and In addition, several dignitaries lies and guests. Those speaking inclu fo r the teachers: a back to school luncheon, a special memories you have given to my family. Chrisunas breakfast and a Black Hat luncheon the After-Prom Party and our PTSA·sponsored showing pride in their heritage more addressed the students, citizens, farni- ed Union 6th/ 7th Center princip< scholarship program. My daughters were blessed with the opportuni· than 60 people became new Richard Berumen; j oe Corbett (hats off to the great work that they do for our ties Union had to offer, and I particularly appre· American citizens during a natu­ students) for teacher appreciation week. I have been personally blessed to serve with ciate the administrators and school board mem· of the Immigration and wonderful officers and volunteers who give so raUzation ceremony at the Union There are so many other things I want to say. I bers who worked tirelessly to ensure that my Naturalization Service; and generously of their time and talents. From 6/7th Grade Center. Presiding would like to thank everyone by name who has children had a safe and positive learning envi· keynote speaker, Tulsa County ensuring that the students are provided a safe were United States District District Attorney Tim Harris. helped me this year, but this letter would be too ronment. long and wouldn't get published. So, I have to and fun environment after the prom to promot· judge Sven Erik Ho lmes, ing College and Career Night to make certain I also want to give special thanks to the High Bankruptcy judge Dana Rasure, Following the administering of say thank you to my great PTSA Board who was School administrators, Dave Stauffer, Art Naylor, always there when I needed them and thank that student opportunities for success are opti· and United States Magistrate the Oath of Allegiance, the new mized, our High School volunteers have given Denise Vaniadis and Randy Craven, who have Judge Claire V. Eagan. Americans posed for pictures you to the office personnel for being there for made serving as PTSA president such a pleas· me when I needed answers to questions. constant support and assistance to our students. and enjoyed a lunch of hot Thanks to each and every one of yon for the ure. Thanks to each of you for the concern and Standing to their feet, the stu­ dogs and ice cream. Foreign It has been a great year, and I know it was all generous contributions of your time and talents. care you give to even the little details that affect dents cheered and applauded possible because of the great patrons of Union. .. our children. countries represented includ­ Since my youngest daughter is graduating, this determination of the immigrants ed Germany, Mex.ico, Laos, Suzette Baker, l11termediate High School is my last year at Union. I want to thank all Trudy Wanen, High School PTSA Preside11t who chose to become citizens of Vietnam, Greece, Thailand, PTSA President those who have made volunteering at Union the United States. The Union Syria, Germany, Peru, Jordan, Sixth Grade Honor Choir and Yugoslavia, Kazakhstan, Hi~th School Union Seventh Grade Band per­ Lebanon, United Kingdom, It has been a rewarding year for the Union High Juniors & Seniors Help Gatesway Residents formed patriotic musical selec­ Trinidad, Egypt, Peoples School PTSA. Parents and educators have Dance the Night Away tions and accompanied the Republic of China, Philippines, worked diligently to improve the opportunities crowd in singing the "Star Cuba, Taiwan, India, Chile, available to our students and to increase com· Union High success. "All School junior Spangled Banner." New U.S. citizen Adriana Becarra of Mexico, and son, Markus, proudly Costa Rica, Honduras, Iran, the residents wave an American flag. Pakistan and Peru. class officers had such a provided a wonderfu l night of danc­ time," she said, Dr. Bonnie johnson is Named Director of the Year ing and fun explaining the for residents II'•• junior class T­ Dr. Bonnie Johnson, in charge of Oklahoma Directors of Special Services served as of the Broken shirts are now Special Services for Union Public (ODSS) conference in Oklahoma City. Union's Director A r r o w popular wear Schools, has been selected as Oklahoma Dr. Johnson, who holds a Ph.D. in of Special Ser­ Gatesway on the Gates­ vices since 1997. Special Education Director of the Year. Applied Behavioral Studies in Education Foundation, way campus. The honor was announced at the annual from Oklahoma State University, has Prior to that she an organiza­ was Coordinator "The students tion providing of Special Educa­ worked so tion for three living options hard. And Alternative School Students years in Sand and vocational what im- Revisit Paradise Springs. programs for pressed me adults with most was they An evening of magic created Jots of The award is developmental didn't just sit memories for those attending the Union based on contri- Dr. Bonnie Johnson disabilities in along the side­ Alternative School's second annual butions to the field, support of col­ central and lines and spring dance, "A Night in Paradise." leagues and participation with other Northeastern watch--they Students transformed the commons professionals. According to Lonetta Oklahoma. danced with area into a deserted tropical island, Sprague, Assistant Superintendent of our residents complete with grass huts, coconut trees Special Services for Sand Springs Public During the 2001-2002 school year, Ascending on and created a and cool breezes. Under the direction of Schools, who presented the award, "Dr. Union students will have two opportuni­ the Gatesway lot of fun for faculty sponsor Tiffany Holden and Johnson's greatest attribute is her will­ ties to participate in this process. gym n asium everyone." principal Richard Storm, s tudents ingness to share her knowledge and wi th crepe expertise with others." raised money and created decorations July 16-17, 9:00 A.M.-Noon paper, bal- This was the for what many called "the best night of Applications available at Grove loons, paper second year The Oklahoma Directors ot' Special Elementary for students in first through my ille." Services is a state organization com­ and paint, jun­ junior class officers include, front row, from left, Matt johns, UHS students fifth grades. Students in grades six ior and senior Miranda Roberts, Hunter Niemi and Gerald Buchanan; sec­ have organized prised of district administrators repre­ through twelve may complete an appli­ ond row, Kylie Baltaglia, Lacey Hearly; and top row, Robby Senior Jamie East summed up the event class officers the event, and senting all public schools and special cation at the Union Intermediate High Barnes. best. "It was incredible how we pulled education cooperatives in the state, as provided deco­ both Bennett together as a school and put together School. Pre-conferencing at the time of well as the special education section of application pick up. rations and refreshments, and coordi­ and student leaders expressed hope our own dance. Sometimes we are not the State Department of Education. nated the services of Tom Emerson of that the tradition will continue for many convinced that we deserve a beautiful July 18-1 9. 9:00 A.M.-Noon Infinity Music, who donated time and years to come. junior class officers evening but because of everyone's Front Cover equipment for the Ught show and music. include Kylie Battaglia, Gerald Pictured left to right are Student Council and Testing at Grove Elementary and Union efforts, we were able to enjoy something Intermediate High School, with post­ Party guests were also presented with Buchanan, Hunter Niemi, Miranda positive in our lives." Senior Class officers Crystal Littlejohn, Kevin Landsverk, joey Guzman, Stephanie Ellis, ]oe.A _o nferencing to follow. junior class T-shirts and snow globe pic­ Roberts Robbie Barnes and Lacey Union Alternative seniors take time out from deco­ Armstrong and (front) Stephanie Cope/ana. ture frames. Heatly; faculty sponsors are Gary rating to imitate artwork on a mural created by Area businesses provided more than 54 The High School's new marquee and message The second opportunity will be in the Pinkerton and Bill Padgett. Assisting student Jamie East. At left, from the bottom, are door prizes. One lucky student won board, sl10wn behind l11e 9rads, was funded Chuck Barrett, Ashley Aveilhe, and East; at right, spring of 2002. The schedule will be Gatesway volunteer coordinator Rise with the event were senior class officers from the bottom, Amanda Soward, julie Waugh, clinner for two and a free limousine ride through the district's exclusive contract with announced after the spring standard­ Bennett echoed the sentiments of the and members of the junior and senior Coke. and T.]. Gibbons. to the dance. ized test dates are confirmed. students in declaring the event a great classes. Page 16 ------May-June, 2001 Union Redskin Baseball ri-tE CoMMUNiCATOR Players Go to Bat MAy-JUNE 2001 for Sick Kids Members of the first-place ranked Union Redskins varsity baseball team took some time away from the diamond to visit with children in the St. Francis Hospital Pediatric Unit. Through t he efforts of Susie Boyce and the Union Baseball Boosters, players were provided the opportunity to visit with young patients, their families and the nursing staff. The boys distributed baskt!ts uf treats and small gifts, and spent time chatting about Redskin baseball.

"The experience was very rewarding for everyone involved," said head coach Bill Springman, who hopes to make the o ut­ ing an annual event for his Redskin play­ ers. "It was important to have our team get outside of the 'baseball world' for a Billy Ramey (junior outfielder), Tyler Gooch (senior shortstop), Tony Cerar (senior pitcher) and day, and take notice of the real world." Michael Garner (senior first baseman) trade laughs with patient Antonio Smith, who especially enjoyed talking baseball wit II his new friends.

Long-Time Teacher Noted For Setting High Math Standards U nion High School senior math and col­ tiating some of Union's fi rst accelerated plete math classes at an accelerated rate lege algebra teacher Mickey (Turnage) math classes. and, after joining the High School facul­ Toney has seen lots of changes in her ty in 1972, she championed the devel­ 29 years at Union. But she says one Toney, a graduate of East Central High opment of an advanced math track thing remains the same--students can be School and Northeastern State beginning in middle school. The Union challenged to tackle advanced math University, began her career in 1971 graduating class of 1975 was the first to courses. In fact, she is credited with ini- after being offered a second semester be officially offered the program. "One teaching job at Union Middle student came to me and said, 'I've taken School by then principal Jim all the math we have.' So we enrolled Dobbins. Now looking back him in an independent math analysis on a career that spans three class and placed him in my geometry decades, Toney recalls mov­ class," she said, explaining that particu­ ing her first eighth grade lar move was a forerunner to offering class at such a brisk pace calculus at Union High School. they finished the math book ten weeks early. Believing her Toney says she has seen the math pro­ students were capable of gram grow in both quality and numbers. learning even more, the new "I've seen the school go from havin g two teacher asked for some old people in the math department to now algebra books to finish out having l3 math and computer teachers the school year. in just two grades. Math readiness has improved overall , and it's been a pleas­ That experience led Toney to ure to see the growth and positive Pictured is Union High School math teacher Mickey Toney as believe that man)' students she takes a front-row seat to her senior math/ college algebra things that have happened at Union." class. could be challenged to com-

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