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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
![Save the date for the Home, Health and Safety Fair on Saturday, March 27 at the UMAC, sponsored by the Union PTA Council and the Tulsa Oilers. The event, which is free and open to the public, runs from 10 a.m. until 8:30 p.m.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739378166/unionpsorg/w0ajp8fa1d5stpou1t8v/2025-02-12_10-21-00.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739378166/unionpsorg/w0ajp8fa1d5stpou1t8v/2025-02-12_10-21-00.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739378166/unionpsorg/w0ajp8fa1d5stpou1t8v/2025-02-12_10-21-00.jpg","width":730}])
Save the date for the Home, Health and Safety Fair on Thursday, March 27 at the UMAC, sponsored by the Union PTA Council and the Tulsa Oilers. The event, which is free and open to the public, runs from 10 a.m. until 8:30 p.m.
![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 last day of school for Union Public Schools will be Friday, May 23.
The Union Board of Education approved the change along with other schedule changes – including using three built-in snow days and adding 16 additional minutes to the school day beginning March 24 – in order to make up lost instruction due to the six days students missed school due to inclement winter weather.
![Peters fourth graders work on a Pi Day problem]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742312405/unionpsorg/llkyz7zhxuytv9fy2iqs/2025-03-18_10-39-25.jpg","width":1929}])
Peters and Ellen Ochoa fourth and fifth grade GATE classes celebrated Pi Day last Friday by measuring lots and lots of circles.
![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 invites families to movie night at 7 p.m. Friday, March 28 at Union Tuttle Stadium at the High School, 6636 S. Mingo Road.
![Word art: Union - The Chessboard Calls]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741802631/unionpsorg/oef2mjpkkx44pjxwevo8/2025-03-12_13-02-49.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741802631/unionpsorg/oef2mjpkkx44pjxwevo8/2025-03-12_13-02-49.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741802631/unionpsorg/oef2mjpkkx44pjxwevo8/2025-03-12_13-02-49.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741802631/unionpsorg/oef2mjpkkx44pjxwevo8/2025-03-12_13-02-49.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741802631/unionpsorg/oef2mjpkkx44pjxwevo8/2025-03-12_13-02-49.jpg","width":1466}])
The Union PTA Council is thrilled to announce the return of the district-wide chess tournament on Saturday, March 29.
![Jarman's music teacher leads his students as the Tulsa Symphony plays for district fourth graders in the annual Link Up Concert presented by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741711071/unionpsorg/bgsscipgo4p1zsm8y5dq/DSC01633.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741711071/unionpsorg/bgsscipgo4p1zsm8y5dq/DSC01633.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741711071/unionpsorg/bgsscipgo4p1zsm8y5dq/DSC01633.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741711071/unionpsorg/bgsscipgo4p1zsm8y5dq/DSC01633.jpg","width":1000}])
Union fourth graders helped the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra swing as part of the annual LinkUp Concerts at the Union High School Performing Arts Center today.
![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 March 10 Board of Education meeting has been posted which includes information on next year's approved school calendar and the Darnaby Rangers winning at state.
![Assistant Principal Mr. Hess fist bumps an Ellen Ochoa 5th grader during 'Moving Up" orientation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741611120/unionpsorg/xppbqyolmts7hpmv5alb/6thMovingUpMarch202500_00_12_29Still003copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741611120/unionpsorg/xppbqyolmts7hpmv5alb/6thMovingUpMarch202500_00_12_29Still003copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741611120/unionpsorg/xppbqyolmts7hpmv5alb/6thMovingUpMarch202500_00_12_29Still003copy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741611120/unionpsorg/xppbqyolmts7hpmv5alb/6thMovingUpMarch202500_00_12_29Still003copy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741611120/unionpsorg/xppbqyolmts7hpmv5alb/6thMovingUpMarch202500_00_12_29Still003copy.jpg","width":1331}])
All Union Public Schools fifth grade students have an opportunity to tour the 6th Grade Center this month during a 'Moving Up' field trip with their class.
See what the orientation consists of and hear from Ellen Ochoa Elementary fifth grade students during their school's tour as they begin to prepare for next year.
![The Union 6th Grade Band plays for 5th graders in the UMAC.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741374676/unionpsorg/ksjacs5mj4565tiot08f/482342940_1174215597823141_1082457875601056944_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741374676/unionpsorg/ksjacs5mj4565tiot08f/482342940_1174215597823141_1082457875601056944_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741374676/unionpsorg/ksjacs5mj4565tiot08f/482342940_1174215597823141_1082457875601056944_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741374676/unionpsorg/ksjacs5mj4565tiot08f/482342940_1174215597823141_1082457875601056944_n.jpg","width":1000}])
Music, drama and more music. Union sixth graders put on a show for fifth graders at the UMAC Arena today, encouraging them to enroll in some of the fine arts activities offered at the Union 6th Grade Center for 2025-2026.
![Ypung boy watches his robot move during the Union-sponsored Robotics Rumble at the UMAC Saturday, March 1.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741187483/unionpsorg/s3cvgeutkni3kbopka4u/2025-03-05_9-09-33.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741187483/unionpsorg/s3cvgeutkni3kbopka4u/2025-03-05_9-09-33.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741187483/unionpsorg/s3cvgeutkni3kbopka4u/2025-03-05_9-09-33.jpg","width":717}])
Union hosted 11 schools in their final attempt to qualify for the state championship, said Mackensie Matison, Darnaby STEM strategist, who spearheaded the event Saturday.
District News
![OTRS (Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement System) Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742399272/unionpsorg/d6fzc4kw6cipynmuyqid/2025-03-19_10-33-07.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742399272/unionpsorg/d6fzc4kw6cipynmuyqid/2025-03-19_10-33-07.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742399272/unionpsorg/d6fzc4kw6cipynmuyqid/2025-03-19_10-33-07.jpg","width":635}])
OTRS (Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement System) will be hosting an in-person informational session at Union for employees who are within five years of retirement (or anyone interested in attending for planning purposes).
Save the date for the Home, Health and Safety Fair on Thursday, March 27 at the UMAC, sponsored by the Union PTA Council and the Tulsa Oilers. The event, which is free and open to the public, runs from 10 a.m. until 8:30 p.m.
The last day of school for Union Public Schools will be Friday, May 23.
The Union Board of Education approved the change along with other schedule changes – including using three built-in snow days and adding 16 additional minutes to the school day beginning March 24 – in order to make up lost instruction due to the six days students missed school due to inclement winter weather.
![Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742326719/unionpsorg/m3amoj47jgmyoissl6b6/2025-03-18_14-37-20.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742326719/unionpsorg/m3amoj47jgmyoissl6b6/2025-03-18_14-37-20.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742326719/unionpsorg/m3amoj47jgmyoissl6b6/2025-03-18_14-37-20.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742326719/unionpsorg/m3amoj47jgmyoissl6b6/2025-03-18_14-37-20.jpg","width":834}])
For the 33rd year in a row, the Finance Division for Union Public Schools has received the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) for its comprehensive annual financial report for 2023-2024.
![Word art: The Odd Couple]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742325763/unionpsorg/grqrbvyhxvo72ojeflqh/2025-03-18_13-08-58.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742325763/unionpsorg/grqrbvyhxvo72ojeflqh/2025-03-18_13-08-58.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742325763/unionpsorg/grqrbvyhxvo72ojeflqh/2025-03-18_13-08-58.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742325763/unionpsorg/grqrbvyhxvo72ojeflqh/2025-03-18_13-08-58.jpg","width":828}])
Theatre of Professionals presents "The Odd Couple" at 7 p.m. May 1-3 at the Union High School Freshman Academy Studio. Tickets are $5 at the door.
![Union Select Theatre presents "Murder On the 518" at 7 p.m. April 10-11 at the Union 8th Grade Center. Tickets are $5 at the door.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742325153/unionpsorg/tzelpskluscivil0lctb/518fb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742325153/unionpsorg/tzelpskluscivil0lctb/518fb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742325153/unionpsorg/tzelpskluscivil0lctb/518fb.jpg","width":800}])
Union Select Theatre presents "Murder On the 518" at 7 p.m. April 10-11 at the Union 8th Grade Center. Tickets are $5 at the door.
![Our Town Poster April 3-5, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742325127/unionpsorg/rymm1rdhr03qezzdf44d/ourtownfb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742325127/unionpsorg/rymm1rdhr03qezzdf44d/ourtownfb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742325127/unionpsorg/rymm1rdhr03qezzdf44d/ourtownfb.jpg","width":800}])
Union Repertory Theatre presents "Our Town" at 7 p.m. April 3-5, and at 1 p.m. April 4 in the High School Studio Theatre.
The Union PTA Council invites families to movie night at 7 p.m. Friday, March 28 at Union Tuttle Stadium at the High School, 6636 S. Mingo Road.
Union Career Connect is seeking businesses with hiring needs to participate in an employment fair at the UMAC (Union Multipurpose Activity Center), 6836 S. Mingo Road, on Friday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
![Union Theatre has announced three spring shows. Repertory Theate presents "Our Town" at 7 p.m. April 3-5, and at 1 p.m. April 4 in the High School Studio Theatre. Select Theatre presents "Murder On the 518" at 7 p.m. April 10-11. Theatre of Professionals presents "The Odd Couple" at 7 p.m. May 1-3 at the Union High School Freshman Academy Studio. Tickets are $5 for all shows at the door. There are no advance ticket sales.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741613595/unionpsorg/giprjlhfgsjxtrtogbpa/481900845_530368933419255_289486339618666739_n.jpg","width":2048}])
Union Theatre has announced three spring shows.
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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