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Welcome to the Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center
Our mission is simple: to enhance the development of very young children and promote healthy family functioning.
Creative Students
At Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center, “The Arts” serve as an underlying basis for our curriculum.
Education
Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center offers a free year-round, full-day developmentally appropriate educational program for children who turn three by September 1, certified teachers in every classroom, referrals to community resources, developmental screenings, and free breakfast, lunch and snack.
Building Critical Thinking Skills
Long-term investigations encourage critical thinking in math, science, literacy, and social and emotional skills. We integrate these skills through authentic real world experiences.
Full Day Educational Services
Union Public Schools has partnered with Community Action Project-Tulsa County (CAPTC) to provide an early childhood program. This partnership provides full day educational services at Rosa Park Early Childhood Education Center for Union families with children who turn three by September 1. Both educational programs require that you live in the Union School district and that you qualify via income for program entrance.
School Environment
Low-level lighting and thoughtful presentation and placement of open-ended authentic materials are just a few of the aspects that shape the environment of our school.
Early Childhood News
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Union Redhawks R.I.S.E students are selling fabric pumpkins through October 4 to raises funds for their program.
![Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15-Oct. 15]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":843}])
Union Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of all Hispanic and Latinx cultures.
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What can $10 do? Imagine if every Union parent donated at least $10 for every student they have enrolled at Union - that $10 would make a huge impact district-wide. Union Schools Education Foundation is continuing #10ForU - a fundraising campaign created to show how small acts of kindness can collectively make a meaningful difference.
![Union Board of EducationL Srteve Nguyen, Dr. Chris McNeil, Stacey Roemerman, Heather McAdams and Joey Reyes.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":1229}])
A brief summary of the September 9 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on employee insurance, state college remediation rates and textbook purchases.
![Back to School Night art / Noche de Regreso a Clases]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724422899/unionpsorg/m8ovpcecbzsa3quegrk7/2024-08-23_9-11-50.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724422899/unionpsorg/m8ovpcecbzsa3quegrk7/2024-08-23_9-11-50.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724422899/unionpsorg/m8ovpcecbzsa3quegrk7/2024-08-23_9-11-50.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724422899/unionpsorg/m8ovpcecbzsa3quegrk7/2024-08-23_9-11-50.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724422899/unionpsorg/m8ovpcecbzsa3quegrk7/2024-08-23_9-11-50.jpg","width":1585}])
Union Public School invites you to visit our school sites during their back-to-school nights, meet teachers and learn more about the offerings and opportunities for students. See dates and times.
![Young boy plays on playground equipment at Union's The Nest, a daycare program for Union employees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724349117/unionpsorg/rr7dexg1ae1c7ogtvpeu/DSC00246.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724349117/unionpsorg/rr7dexg1ae1c7ogtvpeu/DSC00246.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724349117/unionpsorg/rr7dexg1ae1c7ogtvpeu/DSC00246.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724349117/unionpsorg/rr7dexg1ae1c7ogtvpeu/DSC00246.jpg","width":1000}])
There are some cute kiddos in The Nest, an exclusive daycare program for employees of Union Public Schools.
![3-year-old students, their teacher and Principal Alycia Penninginton]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724348912/unionpsorg/yvyppiffbal2rfltk5oa/DSC01485.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724348912/unionpsorg/yvyppiffbal2rfltk5oa/DSC01485.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724348912/unionpsorg/yvyppiffbal2rfltk5oa/DSC01485.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724348912/unionpsorg/yvyppiffbal2rfltk5oa/DSC01485.jpg","width":1000}])
Learning with 3-year-old students! Scenes from today!
![Union drama students perform a dance number on stage at the Union Performing Arts Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1723661458/unionpsorg/obfawexrux3hrs3paifh/DSC09654.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1723661458/unionpsorg/obfawexrux3hrs3paifh/DSC09654.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1723661458/unionpsorg/obfawexrux3hrs3paifh/DSC09654.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1723661458/unionpsorg/obfawexrux3hrs3paifh/DSC09654.jpg","width":1000}])
“You are the inspiration,” Superintendent Dr. John Federline told a packed crowd of teachers and staff during today’s annual employee kickoff at the Union Performing Arts Center.
A brief summary of the August 12 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on a new adjunct teacher policy.
![Word art: Hope For The Future]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722867317/unionpsorg/a4jisfphwce6mlm7qdw6/2024-08-05_9-14-17.jpg","width":1759}])
Union Public Schools will celebrate the beginning of the year at our kick-off event Wednesday, August 14 at 9 a.m. at the Union Performing Arts Center. Doors will open at 8 a.m. for refreshments.
Note: All Union offices will be closed for this mandatory employee meeting. Union offices, including the Enrollment Center and Education Service Center, will open at 1 p.m.
District News
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Jarman and Darnaby Elementary School received new mulch today for their playground areas.
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We still have a few spots available in The Nest, Union’s employee childcare program at the Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center; see flyer. Please let us know if you’d like to enroll your child.
Union Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of all Hispanic and Latinx cultures.
What can $10 do? Imagine if every Union parent donated at least $10 for every student they have enrolled at Union - that $10 would make a huge impact district-wide. Union Schools Education Foundation is continuing #10ForU - a fundraising campaign created to show how small acts of kindness can collectively make a meaningful difference.
![Union Health & Wellness Fair 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":754}])
Union Public Schools will host an employee health and wellness fair from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2 at the UMAC.
With its chronic absenteeism rate still almost double compared to the pre-pandemic years, Union Public Schools is having conversations with parents, students, staff and the community about the need for consistent attendance.
![Word art that says "Become A Star Unit"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":1048}])
The Union PTA Council has announced a new incentive to encourage more activities and involvement in site PTA chapters.
![PTA Logo: Every Child. One Voice]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":800}])
The Union PTA Council plans to promote civics this fall by bringing back the Redhawks Vote campaign – timely considering there is a presidential election this fall.
![Trophy with words Be Present To Win" with Union logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":754}])
Many districts across the country are dealing with chronic absenteeism among students. Union Public Schools have just launched a new campaign to address the problem.
![Associate Superintendent Charlie Bushyhead & Winston Deeds]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":645}])
Fifty years ago, the number one television show was “All In the Family.” Audiences were laughing to “Blazing Saddles.” And Paul Anka had the biggest hit in the land with “(You’re) Having My Baby.”
And on September 3, 1974, Winston Deeds started working for Union Public Schools as a teacher. Today, he still works for Union as a bus driver and Union staff wanted to show their love for him.
Together, We Make A Difference
Academics are a priority. Union offers programs for students as young as 3 to adults. Union wants everyone to succeed.
College & Careers
Union is committed to academic excellence. Ensuring all students graduate from high school, prepared for college or career success, guides our practice from Pre-K through 12th grade.
English Learners
Union provides English Learners a high-quality program, designed to assist students in learning English & to meet challenging state academic content & standards.
Early Childhood
Union provides a full-day, year-round program for eligible 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds and kindergarteners. Students learn language, fine arts, problem-solving and more.
STEM
Union offers a wide range of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math opportunities. Union was the 1st in Oklahoma, & among only a handful of districts nationwide, to offer STEM to students Pre-K through 12th grade.
Community Schools
Union's effective Community Schools model means increased attendance, reduced mobility, & improved academic success because of our partnerships.
Hope-Guidance-SEL
Union is a hope-centered district, using hope as a lens to guide our work. The goal is to foster greater confidence in students’ lives in a positive, affirming school environment.
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