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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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English Learners

Union provides English Learners a high-quality program, designed to assist students in learning English & to meet challenging state academic content & standards.

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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.

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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.

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Community Schools

Union's effective Community Schools model means increased attendance, reduced mobility, & improved academic success because of our partnerships.

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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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