District News
Tickets for Union Football vs. Ed Santa Fe
Posted Date: 11/24/2020
It’s that time! Tickets for Union Football vs. Ed Santa Fe are now on sale exclusively at this link. Get your tickets now before they are gone! It’s that time! Tickets for @UnionFootball vs. Ed . . .
School Closed Nov. 23-27 for Thanksgiving
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
Union Public Schools will be closed the week of November 23-27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Offices at the Enrollment & Education Service Centers will be closed November 25-27. School will resume . . .
Union Faces Edmond Santa Fe in Semifinals this Saturday in Owasso
Posted Date: 11/22/2020
Saturday November 28, at Owasso HS Stadium, Union Football will take on Edmond Santa Fe in the OSSAA State Semi-Final Matchup. Kickoff 7pm. See https://twitter.com/UnionFootball for updates and more . . .
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted Date: 11/23/2020
Thanksgiving Fun at Moore Elementary School thanks to talented teachers. Happy . . .
Happy Thanksgiving! - Message from the Superintendent
Posted Date: 11/20/2020
Dear Union Staff: As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to thank you for your continued vigilance in doing everything possible to keep students, coworkers and yourselves safe. I know . . .
Editorial by Superintendent Dr. Hartzler: Mask up, Oklahoma
Posted Date: 11/20/2020
Union Superintendent Dr. Kirt Hartzler: It is time to do the right thing. Mask up, Oklahoma: One of Gov. Kevin Stitt’s stated goals while combating COVID-19 is ensuring all Oklahoma students return . . .
State Superintendent Would Have Implemented Oklahoma Schools Masking Mandate ‘A Long Time Ago'
Posted Date: 11/20/2020
State superintendent says she would have implemented Oklahoma schools masking mandate ‘a long time ago’ Joy Hofmeister urges all districts to create mandatory mask policies if state board . . .
Video: Making a Healthy Holiday Plate
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Union Nutrition Dept. Presents - Food for U - Making a Healthy Holiday Plate …. Fall and Winter holidays bring family and friends together to celebrate (but not too close….remember your social . . .
What can $10 Do?
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
What can $10 do? Imagine if every Union Public Schools parent donated at least $10 for every student they have enrolled at Union - that $10 would make a huge impact district-wide. This . . .
Application Open for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant
Posted Date: 11/20/2020
The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) will be accepting applications for the Title IV, Part B - 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) grant (https://sde.ok.gov/21cclc). The 21st . . .
Pandemic Coping Tips for Kids
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Dear kids, You've been living through this pandemic for months, and you might be feeling sad, frustrated or upset. But there are lots of different ways to deal with your worries – and make yourself . . .
Teachers of the Year: Cedar Ridge
Posted Date: 11/20/2020
Special Education teacher Hannah Jimenez has been named the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for Cedar Ridge Elementary School. “I became a Special Education teacher after observing a music therapist . . .
Staff Shortage Interrupts Bus Service
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Starting Thursday (today), Union Public Schools won't be able to bus children to campus through the end of the week due to staffing issues. The district says 45% of its transportation department is . . .
8th Grade Select Theatre Presents 'Christmas with Little Women' Nov. 20-21
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Union 8th Grade Select Theatre presents “Christmas with Little Women.” This abridged adaptation of the beloved story will take place November 20 and 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Union 8th Grade Center . . .
Area Schools Planning for Indoor Sports Amidst COVID-19
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Athletic directors across northeastern Oklahoma shared their plans to keep students and parents healthy while taking part in indoor sports. John Federline, Union School District's executive . . .
Teachers of the Year: Boevers Elementary
Posted Date: 11/19/2020
Media specialist Allison Harvey has been named the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for Boevers Elementary School. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”- Eleanor . . .
No Bus Service Thursday or Friday
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
Due to staffing issues with Union’s Transportation Department, we are unable to provide bus service beginning TOMORROW, November 19, through the rest of the week. This does not apply to Tulsa Tech . . .
Spring Driver's Education Class Cancelled
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
Union will not host any spring classes for driver’s education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Union hopes to offer summer classes with announcements sometime in late . . .
Broken Arrow Library Offers Hotspots
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
Do you have a student in grade K-12 with a library card in good standing? Then you can check out a student hotspot! Hotspots may be checked out for 14 days. Hotspots do not renew, but when you . . .
Finding Substitute Teachers A Concern for Area Schools
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
A growing concern for Oklahoma schools is that districts are facing an even bigger challenge than usual to find substitute teachers. Union Public Schools students in 6-12th grade recently pivoted . . .
Teachers of the Year: Andersen Elementary
Posted Date: 11/18/2020
Third grade teacher Marina Nelson has been named the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for Andersen Elementary School. “I am quite passionate about education. I sincerely believe every child deserves . . .
Dr. Hartzler Gets Bird's Eye View at Stadium Construction Site
Posted Date: 11/17/2020
Union Superintendent Dr. Kirt Hartzler and Associate Superintendent Charlie Bushyhead toured the construction site of the westside bleachers for Union Tuttle Stadium Monday afternoon. The small tour . . .
Ticket Information for Union Vs B.A. Football Game; Tickets on Sale Wednesday
Posted Date: 11/17/2020
Inside is the link for tickets for Friday, November 20th quarterfinal round playoff football game between Union and Broken Arrow. Due to COVID and construction restrictions, there is a very limited . . .
Teachers of the Year: RPECEC
Posted Date: 11/17/2020
Ericka Van Deventer has been named the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for the Rosa Parks Early Childhood Education Center. Van Deventer said, “I have always loved school and kids from a young age, . . .
City of Tulsa Aid for Homelessness
Posted Date: 11/17/2020
"Just a little bit of hope is all they need." The City of Tulsa is helping individuals experiencing homelessness during the pandemic with basic needs like food, water and shelter. Watch the . . .
