TPS Unveils Three Project Schoolhouse Proposals for Public Discussion
After months of study and creative problem-solving, Tulsa Public Schools has made three Project Schoolhouse proposals available for public discussion. The proposals, called Plans A, B and C, offer three very different scenarios for how might best optimize its resources for improved academic results in light of declining state funding for education and under-enrolled schools.
Tulsa Zoo Celebrated Their Pride Recently
Zuber, one of the first lion cubs born at the zoo in 16 years turned two years old recently.
Zuber, along with brother Thabo, were born to father Kofi and mother Shatari in March of 2009. Thabo relocated to his new home at the Memphis Zoo in early March as part of the Species Survival Plan, or “SSP”, and it is hoped he will soon be a proud papa himself. Zuber remains at the Tulsa Zoo until he can be placed with a female and start a family of his own. The Tulsa Zoo is proud to participate in the conservation of lions through these programs. As populations of African lions continue to dwindle, the efforts of zoos are more important than ever.
Congratulate Your Senior!
Congratulate your senior with space in the Newspapers on the 2011 Commemorative Senior Pages.
Students Learn About Agriculture Through Kids, Kows and More
Bringing Agriculture to Life is one of the many ways educators from the Tulsa County Cooperative Extension Service help students learn about agriculture in an urban area.
GTR Student Athlete of the Month: Madeline Berry, Riverfield Upper School
The March 2011 Student Athlete of the Month is Madeline Berry of Riverfield Upper School. Berry was the captain and leading scorer for Riverfield Lady Ravens this season. She averaged 10 ppg and 4.5 assists and was the only senior starter on a team of mainly freshmen and sophomores.
Tulsa Tech Receives American Airlines Plane
Tulsa Tech’s Aviation Maintenance Technology program offers a cutting-edge, -approved curriculum to train certified technicians to inspect, repair and maintain aircraft. American Airlines recently donated an MD-80 aircraft to Tulsa Tech’s program, which will allow students to gain practical experience by working on a contemporary commercial aircraft.
Tulsa Tech Offers Courses in Alternative Fuels
Our nation’s transportation needs depend on fuel. Until now the fuel of choice has been gasoline, but research in the area of alternative fuels and rapid developing technologies will mean that future transportation energy needs will be based on multiple fuel sources.
How the Tax Laws Can Help Lower Your Education Costs
It’s no secret that sticker shock sets in quickly when you’re looking at education expenses. The price for yearly tuition alone can range from nearly $8,000 at public four-year colleges for in-state students to an eye-popping $35,000 or more at private four-year institutions, according to the College Board. And those amounts don’t include the cost of room and board as well as other expenses. The good news is that the tax laws offer a number of opportunities to minimize your out-of-pocket education costs, if you know how to make the most of them. The Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants provides these valuable tips.
TASM Launches Spring Break Camps
Get ready for some amazing memories and scientific fun as spring break lifts-off at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium.
ORU Branding Class Assists Wings Of Freedom
Oral Roberts University’s Branding and Promotions classes are getting real-world experience and at the same time changing lives through a classroom assignment. The students have adopted a client with whom they may practice their newly-acquired skills.
Green Family Commits $10 Million for ORU
Oral Roberts University has received a commitment for $10 million from the Green family of Oklahoma City to be used for campus renovations and deferred maintenance projects in 2011. This most recent gift is in addition to the $30 million provided by the Green family for campus improvements over the last three years.
Tulsa Tech Students Enter the World of Robotics
The month of January marked the official beginning of the 2011 Robotics Season for students enrolled in Tulsa Tech’s Pre-Engineering Academy. The objectives for the FIRST Robotics Competition change each year and details of the game are released to students worldwide on the first Saturday in January. Teams are then given six weeks to construct a robot, which can accomplish the tasks outlined for each year’s competition.
Ballard Committed to Open Discussion of Project Schoolhouse
Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith Ballard today said that he is committed to making Project Schoolhouse a collaborative effort, and that public input and participation are critical if the initiative is to be successful.
Union School District Voters Carpooling to UMAC
The Bond issue and Board of Education District #1 election this Tuesday, February 8 is slated to occur regardless of school closings.
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