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Welcome to the 8th Grade Center
The Union 8th Grade Center faculty is committed to providing a safe and secure environment focused on learning which encourages academic excellence for all students.
Get The Edge
EDGE: Earn a Degree, Graduate Early targets first-generation college students, those who come from families who have had no experience with college or expectation that their children will attend a university. The application process starts at the eighth grade level. Learn more about EDGE.
Fine Arts
Union Public Schools has one of the truly outstanding fine arts programs in the nation. A talented and dedicated staff, strong parental and community support, as well as the support of the administration and school board, have provided our students with a wide variety of opportunities to explore and develop their talents.
Safety + Security
A safe and secure school environment is essential to the learning process. An important ingredient in achieving safe and secure schools remains alert eyes and ears. Safety is achieved when an atmosphere exists in which students are comfortable talking with adults about their concerns.
Accreditation
The 8th Grade Center is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Its accreditation process, involving parents, teachers and administrators at each site, is considered a model for other school districts.
Modern Library
Our state-of-the-art media center acts as the origin for literacy and learning as students embark upon their high school journey.
8th Grade News
![It’s homecoming week. it’s a visit from an old rival. it’s Another big game in the big house. Tickets go on sale soon so plan ahead…it’s going to be another sell-out!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727701262/unionpsorg/nkp1vwzbajtddpjbmmuy/2024-09-30_7-58-52.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727701262/unionpsorg/nkp1vwzbajtddpjbmmuy/2024-09-30_7-58-52.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727701262/unionpsorg/nkp1vwzbajtddpjbmmuy/2024-09-30_7-58-52.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727701262/unionpsorg/nkp1vwzbajtddpjbmmuy/2024-09-30_7-58-52.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727701262/unionpsorg/nkp1vwzbajtddpjbmmuy/2024-09-30_7-58-52.jpg","width":1213}])
Owasso at Union is Week 5's must-see game at 7 p.m. this Friday.
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Rise up and rep our Redhawk hoopers with some new gear! Get your orders in before October 18. Order
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THIS FRIDAY: Help us make a difference! Union AFJROTC Cadets will be collecting food donations for Union's Food Bank and Blue Star Moms of Oklahoma at the October 4th Homecoming Football Game. Look for the table just inside the gates and let's show our community spirit!
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Union Football Homecoming is here! Get your tickets now on unionfb.com! And if you want to lock in the best view for all home games, grab a reserved chairback seat for just $85—limited spots remaining!
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Union Fine Arts presents "Radium Girls" October 2-3 at 7 p.m. and on October 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Union High School Performing Arts Center, 6636 S. Mingo Road.
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Snapshots from last night's Union Softball win over Bishop Kelley on Senior Night!
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Some eighth graders took their lunch outside today to listen to a presentation from the Broken Arrow Fire Department and EMSA.
![Union's Homecoming game is this Friday, and we're going White Out style! Be part of the tradition - get your tickets now and rock white in the stands. Homecoming festivities start at 6:30 p.m.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727802178/unionpsorg/bigb3hvu3mraopqnyw3p/461856940_122188615292182952_8772436985523222773_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727802178/unionpsorg/bigb3hvu3mraopqnyw3p/461856940_122188615292182952_8772436985523222773_n.jpg","width":512}])
Union's Homecoming game is this Friday, and we're going White Out style! Be part of the tradition - get your tickets now and rock white in the stands.
![Senior Night + $1 Student Night = the perfect combo! Come out to the ballpark and help celebrate our seniors! Senior Night festivities start at 6 p.m., first pitch vs BK at 6:30 p.m.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727795519/unionpsorg/johnaxdah4y1hxneqvx6/461801685_122188573682182952_74574324565807492_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727795519/unionpsorg/johnaxdah4y1hxneqvx6/461801685_122188573682182952_74574324565807492_n.jpg","width":512}])
Senior Night + $1 Student Night = the perfect combo! Come out to the ballpark and help celebrate our seniors!
Senior Night festivities start at 6 p.m., first pitch vs BK at 6:30 p.m.
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Congratulations Union Repertory Theatre for your 1 overall rating at the Oklahoma One-Act Play Festival this weekend for your powerful performance of "Radium Girls."
District News
Union Fine Arts presents "Radium Girls" October 2-3 at 7 p.m. and on October 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Union High School Performing Arts Center, 6636 S. Mingo Road.
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Benefits Open Enrollment has begun for all benefit eligible Union employees.
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Audition information for the all-school musical of "Footloose" this winter.
![Union's Benefits team at the front giveaway table at the annual employee health fair at the UMAC.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727892928/unionpsorg/gtzwwlqcesf1fjfdlxj1/DSC07630.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727892928/unionpsorg/gtzwwlqcesf1fjfdlxj1/DSC07630.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727892928/unionpsorg/gtzwwlqcesf1fjfdlxj1/DSC07630.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727892928/unionpsorg/gtzwwlqcesf1fjfdlxj1/DSC07630.jpg","width":1000}])
The Union Public Schools Employee Health & Wellness Fair is underway at the UMAC, 6836 S. Mingo, now until 6 p.m. The fair is open to Union employees and their families.
Congratulations Union Repertory Theatre for your 1 overall rating at the Oklahoma One-Act Play Festival this weekend for your powerful performance of "Radium Girls."
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Union Public Schools uses the Safe Schools Alert system for students, staff and parents to report bullying, safety concerns and threats anonymously to Union administration and security officials.
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As Union works to reduce chronic absenteeism among students, we encourage parents to watch this important video from Attendance Works.
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Union's fall break camp for Union students enrolled in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade will be October 17-18 at Jefferson Elementary, 8418 S. 107 E. Ave., Monday through Friday, from 6:45 a.m. until 6 p.m.
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Union Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of all Hispanic and Latinx cultures.
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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.
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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