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Welcome to the Union Freshman Academy
The Union High School Freshman Academy builds a solid academic and social foundation on which Union students structure their goals and accomplishments in order to become productive and responsible citizens.
Engaged Freshmen
Life at Union Public Schools is more than just homework. Union believes a successful student is an engaged student and the district provides a wide variety of activities. More than 14,000 Union students are involved in some form of the arts and more than 1,600 students are involved in Union’s athletics and spirit programs.
Our Mission
The mission of the Union Freshman Academy is to empower students to embrace the challenges that come with the foundational first year of high school by providing an experience that intentionally transitions students from middle school to high school.
Our Vision
We envision each student in an inclusive environment that promotes student engagement while providing a safe atmosphere that enables students to strive for credit sufficiency in a setting that is functional as well as inspirational in the pursuit of 100% Graduation, College and Career Ready.
The Next Generation
It is vital that Union students begin their high school careers on a positive, successful note. We know that our freshmen have incredible potential and will go on to unparalleled academic, athletic, and artistic success.
Freshmen Fine Arts
Classes in fine arts, including choir, drama and art, are a popular elective. Freshmen work to perfect their talents such as speaking or performing in front of others in this program which offers numerous public presentations each year. Visit the Fine Arts page.
Union Intramurals
Union Intramural Sports provides students opportunities to participate in athletics at a recreational level in several sports. All Union students are allowed to participate regardless of their skill level.
Freshman News
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Schedule pickup dates for the 2025-2026 school year for grades 6-12 will take place in August. See inside.
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Union Pom: We had so much fun at our community schools camp yesterday!
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Union Girls Basketball: What a ride it has been for our girls! They went and represented hard for the Redhawks at the OU Sooners Elite Team Camp!
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Families who were enrolled in the Extended Day Program (EDP) during the 2024-2025 school year may enroll for the program for the coming year, starting Monday, June 16 Enrollment will open for everyone starting Tuesday, June 17.
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Union's Child Nutrition Department will offer FREE meals to children this summer as part of the Summer Food Service Program.
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Union Athletics hosted a youth girls basketball camp last week.
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Video: The Union Career Connect program provides students the opportunity to explore a variety of careers while still in high school.
![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 June 9 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on work at the Union 6th/7th Grade Centers, rate increases for EDP and administrative appointments.
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Union Tennis shared photos from a meet Saturday, after several rain delays.
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Union Alternative School Principal Chris Ducker will be conducting a forum for students in grades 9-12 who have applied or who wish to apply to the Alternative School at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11.
District News
Schedule pickup dates for the 2025-2026 school year for grades 6-12 will take place in August. See inside.
![Elementary-aged Union girl at her desk, head resting on hand holding a pencil.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750339417/unionpsorg/pwilmdzzg6fwtyhm8zl3/DSC04286.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750339417/unionpsorg/pwilmdzzg6fwtyhm8zl3/DSC04286.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750339417/unionpsorg/pwilmdzzg6fwtyhm8zl3/DSC04286.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750339417/unionpsorg/pwilmdzzg6fwtyhm8zl3/DSC04286.jpg","width":1000}])
School supply lists for the 2025-2026 school year have been updated. You may download copies by visiting the School Supply page located under Students/Enrollment.
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Union Public Schools elementary librarians have created the Redhawks Reading List, a list of some of their favorite books for elementary students as a way to encourage reading.
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Union Public Schools Education Service Center and other sites will observe summer office hours in June and July through August 1
![UHS assistant principal Brent Robison and Union counseling services coordinator Rachel Robison, Jessica and Nick Hogaboom of Cedar Ridge School, Caitlyn Brannon and her husband Union High School principal Beau Brannon are masked up for the Red, White and Black Masquerade. Mike Tedford Photography - Tulsa People Magazine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751892377/unionpsorg/cllogniqqqpgj6j1zkhm/685d5764c6ef3image.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1751892377/unionpsorg/cllogniqqqpgj6j1zkhm/685d5764c6ef3image.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1751892377/unionpsorg/cllogniqqqpgj6j1zkhm/685d5764c6ef3image.jpg","width":750}])
"Tulsa People Magazine" featured a story on the Union Schools Education Foundation's annual banquet and auction last may in its latest edition. See story.
Families who were enrolled in the Extended Day Program (EDP) during the 2024-2025 school year may enroll for the program for the coming year, starting Monday, June 16 Enrollment will open for everyone starting Tuesday, June 17.
Union's Child Nutrition Department will offer FREE meals to children this summer as part of the Summer Food Service Program.
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The Union Schools Education Foundation is thrilled to announce a $100,000 investment from the Sanford & Irene Burnstein Family Foundation in support of Union Public School's aerospace and construction programs.
All summer programs at Grove Elementary are cancelled today, June 18, because of a PSO power outage. Free meals will also not be served at Grove Elementary.
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Union administrators have been participating in an all-day retreat today at POSTOAK Lodge & Retreat, 5323 W 31st St N, as they prepare for a new year. Administrators took time out before lunch to pose for a group picture.
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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