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Welcome to Ellen Ochoa Elementary!
The staff at Ellen Ochoa pledges to work hard to provide each student and our community of learners with the essential skills needed for academic growth, lifelong learning and personal character.
Our Motto
Learn, Lead, and Light the Way.
Student Ladership
Student leaders are actively involved in school and community activities. Student Council also participates in many projects such as collecting books for homeless shelters, and many other service projects.
Literacy
The media center, located at the front entrance, is the glue that holds Ellen Ochoa together, promoting books and reading skills that will help students thrive in their education.
Educational & Fun
Students enjoy the atmosphere at Ellen Ochoa so much it makes their "heads spin!" Check out all that the school has to offer to students on the school curriculum page.
Our Vision
Ellen Ochoa Elementary is a diverse community unified to empower students to become leaders and reach their fullest potential.
Community Schools
Union Public Schools is committed to strengthening children, families, and communities. Our Community Schools support student growth and achievement while also creating strong ties among families, students, schools, and communities.
Ellen Ochoa News
![English Learner para teacher Luz Hernandez working with some of Ellen Ochoa's newcomer students in their pull-out language class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726508684/unionpsorg/rdz3bz82jrjzbxcehgv4/IMG_9347.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726508684/unionpsorg/rdz3bz82jrjzbxcehgv4/IMG_9347.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726508684/unionpsorg/rdz3bz82jrjzbxcehgv4/IMG_9347.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726508684/unionpsorg/rdz3bz82jrjzbxcehgv4/IMG_9347.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726508684/unionpsorg/rdz3bz82jrjzbxcehgv4/IMG_9347.jpg","width":1244}])
Images of Ellen Ochoa English Learners working to improve their language skills.
![Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15-Oct. 15]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726506942/unionpsorg/g6ycwaelvhwr4yrzkwph/240201403_10159184785816690_4848908138104195571_n.jpg","width":843}])
Union Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of all Hispanic and Latinx cultures.
![#10forU logo for Union Schools Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725467473/unionpsorg/ooysokdjl9qq1nxasdqh/2024-09-04_11-14-19.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725467473/unionpsorg/ooysokdjl9qq1nxasdqh/2024-09-04_11-14-19.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725467473/unionpsorg/ooysokdjl9qq1nxasdqh/2024-09-04_11-14-19.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725467473/unionpsorg/ooysokdjl9qq1nxasdqh/2024-09-04_11-14-19.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725467473/unionpsorg/ooysokdjl9qq1nxasdqh/2024-09-04_11-14-19.jpg","width":1214}])
What can $10 do? Imagine if every Union parent donated at least $10 for every student they have enrolled at Union - that $10 would make a huge impact district-wide. Union Schools Education Foundation is continuing #10ForU - a fundraising campaign created to show how small acts of kindness can collectively make a meaningful difference.
![Union Varsity Highsteppers are planning a Girls Fun Night from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 12 at Jarman Elementary School, 9015 E. 79th St. The event is geared to girls in pre-kindergarten through seventh grade.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726154029/unionpsorg/cq2cuasimmoc4tpokauk/459276147_1009997590921509_2399752655711842543_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726154029/unionpsorg/cq2cuasimmoc4tpokauk/459276147_1009997590921509_2399752655711842543_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726154029/unionpsorg/cq2cuasimmoc4tpokauk/459276147_1009997590921509_2399752655711842543_n.jpg","width":526}])
Union Varsity Highsteppers are planning a Girls Fun Night from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 12 at Jarman Elementary School, 9015 E. 79th St. The event is geared to girls in pre-kindergarten through seventh grade.
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Last night, Union Varsity Pom hosted a youth clinic, and our young athletes are ready to shine! Catch their performance this Friday at 6:35 p.m. before the Backyard Bowl. You wont want to miss it!
![Union Board of EducationL Srteve Nguyen, Dr. Chris McNeil, Stacey Roemerman, Heather McAdams and Joey Reyes.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718131928/unionpsorg/mns8wnxssunn0qq2xjoq/BoardPictemp.jpg","width":1229}])
A brief summary of the September 9 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on employee insurance, state college remediation rates and textbook purchases.
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The Union Youth Football Association reported on a number of youth football games over the weekend. See recaps.
![2024-25 Union Booster Club Financial Sanctioning Seminar Date/time: September 12 6 – 7:30 p.m. Board Room, Education Service Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724185255/unionpsorg/znlo1zv2nytlwkngcnvb/2024-08-20_15-20-18.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724185255/unionpsorg/znlo1zv2nytlwkngcnvb/2024-08-20_15-20-18.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724185255/unionpsorg/znlo1zv2nytlwkngcnvb/2024-08-20_15-20-18.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724185255/unionpsorg/znlo1zv2nytlwkngcnvb/2024-08-20_15-20-18.jpg","width":1098}])
This meeting is a required workshop for presidents and treasurers of all organizations who are requesting to be sanctioned or are sanctioned to operate outside of the school activity funds.
![Trophy with words Be Present To Win" with Union logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725564084/unionpsorg/klnzqyttvd3e1iqe7edx/AttendanceTrophy.png","width":754}])
Perhaps you have seen the social media posts or posters about lame excuses for not attending school. The campaign is part of Union Public Schools’ efforts to reduce truancy and engage students so that they attend school.
![Union Athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715960056/unionpsorg/qxe4u8mdchildfo2oaml/UnionAthleticsLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715960056/unionpsorg/qxe4u8mdchildfo2oaml/UnionAthleticsLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715960056/unionpsorg/qxe4u8mdchildfo2oaml/UnionAthleticsLogo.png","width":521}])
Registration is now open for Intramural Golf (Grades 2-6) and Tennis (1-5)! Don't miss out - join the fun and start your athletic journey today!
District News
Union Public Schools is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of all Hispanic and Latinx cultures.
What can $10 do? Imagine if every Union parent donated at least $10 for every student they have enrolled at Union - that $10 would make a huge impact district-wide. Union Schools Education Foundation is continuing #10ForU - a fundraising campaign created to show how small acts of kindness can collectively make a meaningful difference.
![Union Health & Wellness Fair 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725548464/unionpsorg/dcpxryznnvhbotrgyzss/UnionHealthFairart.png","width":754}])
Union Public Schools will host an employee health and wellness fair from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2 at the UMAC.
![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}])
With its chronic absenteeism rate still almost double compared to the pre-pandemic years, Union Public Schools is having conversations with parents, students, staff and the community about the need for consistent attendance.
![Word art that says "Become A Star Unit"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726153619/unionpsorg/i2iaeuwzaedpt4kqlkfl/2024-09-12_10-06-10.jpg","width":1048}])
The Union PTA Council has announced a new incentive to encourage more activities and involvement in site PTA chapters.
![PTA Logo: Every Child. One Voice]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701447471/unionpsorg/kfjqcghgsrsctl8idqy8/PTALogoArt.png","width":800}])
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.
Many districts across the country are dealing with chronic absenteeism among students. Union Public Schools have just launched a new campaign to address the problem.
![Associate Superintendent Charlie Bushyhead & Winston Deeds]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726084455/unionpsorg/c538j3ca9ohy5cjcbzzu/2024-09-11_14-53-31.jpg","width":645}])
Fifty years ago, the number one television show was “All In the Family.” Audiences were laughing to “Blazing Saddles.” And Paul Anka had the biggest hit in the land with “(You’re) Having My Baby.”
And on September 3, 1974, Winston Deeds started working for Union Public Schools as a teacher. Today, he still works for Union as a bus driver and Union staff wanted to show their love for him.
![Poster at Union High School show "lame" excuses in an effort to thwart chronic absenteeism]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726080378/unionpsorg/nvsy7gvftacsr2wzyiph/Absenteeism-LameExcuses-BePresenttoWin00_02_58_37Still002.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726080378/unionpsorg/nvsy7gvftacsr2wzyiph/Absenteeism-LameExcuses-BePresenttoWin00_02_58_37Still002.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726080378/unionpsorg/nvsy7gvftacsr2wzyiph/Absenteeism-LameExcuses-BePresenttoWin00_02_58_37Still002.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726080378/unionpsorg/nvsy7gvftacsr2wzyiph/Absenteeism-LameExcuses-BePresenttoWin00_02_58_37Still002.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726080378/unionpsorg/nvsy7gvftacsr2wzyiph/Absenteeism-LameExcuses-BePresenttoWin00_02_58_37Still002.jpg","width":1423}])
Union Public Schools is launching a campaign called “Be Present to Win” to reduce chronic absenteeism, a problem that affects about 30 percent of the district’s student population.
![Union Head Football Coacj Kirk Fridrich Talks About Friday's MidFirst Bank Backyard Bowl]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726079713/unionpsorg/qvrtgaaw726a50dtrv42/459486853_927754056047221_8081286064562159146_n.jpg","width":2048}])
Union Head Football Coach Kirk Fridrich and this year's Union Football Captains: Jesse Jones Jr, Shaker Reisig, Joshua Tiehi and JT Fridrich answered questions and posed for photos during today's MidFirst Bank Backyard Bowl press conference.
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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