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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
![Union Public Schools Board of Education: Steve Nguyen - Zone 5; Dr. Chris McNeil - Zone 2; Heather McAdams - Zone 3; Stacey Roemerman - Zone 4 ; Joey Reyes - Zone 1; and Superintendent Dr. John Federline.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730392406/unionpsorg/bgx1digyvbwp7ra8oo16/Board_Of_Education_Oct24.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730392406/unionpsorg/bgx1digyvbwp7ra8oo16/Board_Of_Education_Oct24.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730392406/unionpsorg/bgx1digyvbwp7ra8oo16/Board_Of_Education_Oct24.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730392406/unionpsorg/bgx1digyvbwp7ra8oo16/Board_Of_Education_Oct24.png","width":1000}])
A brief summary of the December 9 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on the Long-Range Planning Committee, financial audit and more.
![The 8th Grade Holiday Spirit Week runs Dec. 16-20! Happy Holidays!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733770014/unionpsorg/ub0yxjwobaueezuqdfer/thumb-f2e278d7de06640bcb2c98c39e736cef.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733770014/unionpsorg/ub0yxjwobaueezuqdfer/thumb-f2e278d7de06640bcb2c98c39e736cef.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733770014/unionpsorg/ub0yxjwobaueezuqdfer/thumb-f2e278d7de06640bcb2c98c39e736cef.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733770014/unionpsorg/ub0yxjwobaueezuqdfer/thumb-f2e278d7de06640bcb2c98c39e736cef.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733770014/unionpsorg/ub0yxjwobaueezuqdfer/thumb-f2e278d7de06640bcb2c98c39e736cef.jpg","width":1400}])
The 8th Grade Holiday Spirit Week runs Dec. 16-20! Happy Holidays!
![Union Black Academic Bowl Team]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733762068/unionpsorg/gnnygrultkgitb3dgl5e/thumb-e135aca7057368b72bf13aa6f578e115.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733762068/unionpsorg/gnnygrultkgitb3dgl5e/thumb-e135aca7057368b72bf13aa6f578e115.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733762068/unionpsorg/gnnygrultkgitb3dgl5e/thumb-e135aca7057368b72bf13aa6f578e115.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733762068/unionpsorg/gnnygrultkgitb3dgl5e/thumb-e135aca7057368b72bf13aa6f578e115.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733762068/unionpsorg/gnnygrultkgitb3dgl5e/thumb-e135aca7057368b72bf13aa6f578e115.jpg","width":1400}])
The Union Black Academic Bowl Team won its first tournament.
![Come out and support Union Varsity Pom at state show off at 7 p.m. today at the UHS Freshman Academy gym.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733755409/unionpsorg/jl8boyc8wiavaqxmj2zs/469794800_1045068754086013_5796452288890139771_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733755409/unionpsorg/jl8boyc8wiavaqxmj2zs/469794800_1045068754086013_5796452288890139771_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733755409/unionpsorg/jl8boyc8wiavaqxmj2zs/469794800_1045068754086013_5796452288890139771_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733755409/unionpsorg/jl8boyc8wiavaqxmj2zs/469794800_1045068754086013_5796452288890139771_n.jpg","width":1080}])
Come out and support Union Varsity Pom at state show off at 7 p.m. today at the UHS Freshman Academy gym.
![Basketball on empty background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704727293/unionpsorg/fmmsoyvldqfvvmmdr4cs/BasketballArt.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704727293/unionpsorg/fmmsoyvldqfvvmmdr4cs/BasketballArt.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704727293/unionpsorg/fmmsoyvldqfvvmmdr4cs/BasketballArt.jpg","width":800}])
Our Redhawk girls have a lot of action this week! Check out the schedules for our Freshman, 8th White, and 8th Red teams!
![Union Girls Jr. High wrestlers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733751984/unionpsorg/dkuxv4bzhlwpjctou7ff/469585392_122202585650182952_5852962262145095649_n.jpg","width":2048}])
This past week, Union Girls Jr. High wrestlers traveled to Shawnee & showed out! 4-1 on the day, with some incredible individual performances.
![Union JH Wrestlers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733751821/unionpsorg/r8efbdx4m576yyqlf0ru/469805472_122202632648182952_2279805865046849792_n.jpg","width":2048}])
Congrats to our Junior High Boys Wrestling for going 7-2 this week, earning Silver Pool Champs and finishing 9th overall.
![Union Redhawks Girl's Basketball]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733751681/unionpsorg/sgpjqwggek8hxpyxkybh/469554069_122202636914182952_8445999098726990156_n.jpg","width":2048}])
3 games, 3 wins! Union Redhawks Girl's Basketball takes down Hebron 58-42 to finish undefeated at the She Got Game Classic. Way to go, Redhawks—safe travels home!
![Big congrats to Korbin Gunn & Miles Flemons on receiving All-Tournament honors.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733751537/unionpsorg/iqe4jtanoa5iotr0q5dk/469431013_122202657326182952_2156185346449524904_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733751537/unionpsorg/iqe4jtanoa5iotr0q5dk/469431013_122202657326182952_2156185346449524904_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733751537/unionpsorg/iqe4jtanoa5iotr0q5dk/469431013_122202657326182952_2156185346449524904_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733751537/unionpsorg/iqe4jtanoa5iotr0q5dk/469431013_122202657326182952_2156185346449524904_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733751537/unionpsorg/iqe4jtanoa5iotr0q5dk/469431013_122202657326182952_2156185346449524904_n.jpg","width":1290}])
Union Boys Basketball falls 65-52 to Broken Arrow in the championship but takes home 2nd Place.
![The Union U-Wear Spirit Store Christmas Sale is underway, now through December 20. All regular-priced items are 25 percent off. Stock up on your Union gear and shop early while supplies last!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733751409/unionpsorg/dmw8vjkhdhqiuheilxqh/469805441_122202829634182952_3867139209528415457_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733751409/unionpsorg/dmw8vjkhdhqiuheilxqh/469805441_122202829634182952_3867139209528415457_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733751409/unionpsorg/dmw8vjkhdhqiuheilxqh/469805441_122202829634182952_3867139209528415457_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733751409/unionpsorg/dmw8vjkhdhqiuheilxqh/469805441_122202829634182952_3867139209528415457_n.jpg","width":1080}])
The Union U-Wear Spirit Store Christmas Sale is underway, now through December 20. All regular-priced items are 25 percent off. Stock up on your Union gear and shop early while supplies last!
District News
A brief summary of the December 9 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on the Long-Range Planning Committee, financial audit and more.
![Darnaby teacher Halley Garry with her students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733507271/unionpsorg/q5d3foetc4ankmdkyjvp/DSC09710.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733507271/unionpsorg/q5d3foetc4ankmdkyjvp/DSC09710.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733507271/unionpsorg/q5d3foetc4ankmdkyjvp/DSC09710.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733507271/unionpsorg/q5d3foetc4ankmdkyjvp/DSC09710.jpg","width":1000}])
Third grade teacher Halley Garry was named Teacher of the Year for Darnaby Elementary.
![Dr. Kenneth Moore, executive director of secondary schools, talks to visitors from Tahlequah Public Schools about the classes and offerings Union provides at the Union Innovation Lab.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733776154/unionpsorg/dcb1pzuxuqucqaxcg95i/469877534_996378182518141_8862175101456597729_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733776154/unionpsorg/dcb1pzuxuqucqaxcg95i/469877534_996378182518141_8862175101456597729_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733776154/unionpsorg/dcb1pzuxuqucqaxcg95i/469877534_996378182518141_8862175101456597729_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733776154/unionpsorg/dcb1pzuxuqucqaxcg95i/469877534_996378182518141_8862175101456597729_n.jpg","width":1000}])
Visitors from Tahlequah Public Schools tour Union's Innovation Lab and Ellen Ochoa Elementary.
The Union U-Wear Spirit Store Christmas Sale is underway, now through December 20. All regular-priced items are 25 percent off. Stock up on your Union gear and shop early while supplies last!
The Board of Education on first reading Monday, November 11, considered various board policy revisions, which may be viewed online.
![Teacher Of The Year Spotlight: Alexandria Arias]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733506364/unionpsorg/xxv6tbvkglenybyhqxch/DSC09217.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733506364/unionpsorg/xxv6tbvkglenybyhqxch/DSC09217.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733506364/unionpsorg/xxv6tbvkglenybyhqxch/DSC09217.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733506364/unionpsorg/xxv6tbvkglenybyhqxch/DSC09217.jpg","width":1000}])
Special education teacher Alexandria Arias was named Teacher of the Year for Roy Clark Elementary.
![Possibilities in Action Partners: Union Recognizes School Psychologists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733500650/unionpsorg/t26gpwwvu2uu8qhzmefe/2024-12-06_9-56-35.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733500650/unionpsorg/t26gpwwvu2uu8qhzmefe/2024-12-06_9-56-35.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733500650/unionpsorg/t26gpwwvu2uu8qhzmefe/2024-12-06_9-56-35.png","width":660}])
Union's school psychology team recognizes employees with ‘Possibilities in Action Partner’
![District News Thumbnail Art]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701118557/unionpsorg/qyn8s36ktsg3ctcdls1z/DistrictNewsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701118557/unionpsorg/qyn8s36ktsg3ctcdls1z/DistrictNewsThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701118557/unionpsorg/qyn8s36ktsg3ctcdls1z/DistrictNewsThumbnail.png","width":800}])
The Union Education Service Center will be closed from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. today.
![Join us for the 42nd annual Darnaby Arts & Crafts Show, where more than 170 vendors will showcase their unique creations. This beloved tradition has been a cornerstone of our community, fostering creativity and connection. The event runs from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday at the UMAC, 6836 S. Mingo Road.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733420947/unionpsorg/yxysz3rm8vlv87mb9kfk/2024-12-05_11-48-20.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733420947/unionpsorg/yxysz3rm8vlv87mb9kfk/2024-12-05_11-48-20.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733420947/unionpsorg/yxysz3rm8vlv87mb9kfk/2024-12-05_11-48-20.png","width":603}])
Join us for the 42nd annual Darnaby Arts & Crafts Show, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday at the UMAC, 6836 S. Mingo Road. Band and Pom will also be wrapping gifts and offering FREE visits with Santa!
![Tulsa World photo of Union Football Coach Kirk Fridrich. Photo by Daniel Shular, Tulsa World]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733407336/unionpsorg/estjz4yvfdanbt0ie2p5/fridrichtulsaworldstepdown.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733407336/unionpsorg/estjz4yvfdanbt0ie2p5/fridrichtulsaworldstepdown.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733407336/unionpsorg/estjz4yvfdanbt0ie2p5/fridrichtulsaworldstepdown.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733407336/unionpsorg/estjz4yvfdanbt0ie2p5/fridrichtulsaworldstepdown.png","width":934}])
Tulsa World: Kirk Fridrich, Union’s all-time winningest head football coach, is stepping down after 18 seasons.
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