By all indications, young people today are making better (and smarter) decisions than previous generations. For instance:·         Kids today smoke less than previous generations·    &… — By all indications, young people today are making better (and smarter) decisions than previous generations. For instance:
·         Kids today smoke less than previous generations
·         They get pregnant less than previous generations
·         They binge drink less than previous generations
·         They watch less TV previous generations
·         They don’t fight as much previous generations
·         They do drugs at a much lower rate than previous generations
More so, for the past twenty-five years, the government has been conducting a study called Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance Survey to inquire about all sorts of behaviors that range from drug use to fighting at school. What they are finding is that kids are getting better and better.
**And music kids are the best of the best**.
Music kids:
·         Abuse substances less than non-music kids
·         Attend more classes than non-music kids
·         Get higher grades than non-music kids
·         Graduate from high school more than non-music kids
·         Attend and graduate from college more than non-music kids
This isn’t what adults typically expect. In fact, polls show that we generally think teenage behavior is getting worse when it is actually the opposite.
So while the adults continue to argue over how to best reform our nation’s schools, it might be important to know that today’s kids are doing better than previous generations in many ways, and the music kids are downright GREAT!
Thanks for your supporting your student in the performing arts – it’s SO worth it!

Please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s band teacher if there’s anything we can do to be of assistance in his/her band experience.
***Charles Pisarra***
Union Public Schools
Director of Bands / Assoc. Director of Fine Arts

Concert and Marching Band Uniform Fittings

Thursday, April 15 - Both uniforms are required for upcoming mandatory concerts. Find details HERE.

Resource Night

Thursday, April 22, 8:30p - 9:15p (end of Signature Symphony Rehearsal) in the High School Bus Loop. More details HERE.

We are proud to announce that The Tulsa Signature Symphony and The Union High School Band are scheduled to appear together in concert on Friday, April 23, 2021 (rain date Saturday, April 24) at Union’s Tuttle Stadium for a springtime outdoor perform… — We are proud to announce that **The Tulsa Signature Symphony** and The Union High School Band are scheduled to appear together in concert on **Friday, April 23**, 2021 (rain date Saturday, April 24) at **Union’s Tuttle Stadium** for a springtime outdoor performance. Find more information **HERE**..

New Popcornopolis Fundraiser

Start Selling Now! Orders and money are due on April 22. Products will be delivered the week of May 10. This is a great fundraiser and 50% of your sales total will be applied to your CHARMS account. Popcorn is a yummy treat and also a great spring gift for friends, families, coworkers, teachers etc. All Info HERE

Current Individual Fundraisers

More info about these Fundraisers can be found HERE

World’s Finest Chocolate - Now Available for In School Pickup
Beef Jerky - Now Available for In School Pickup
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Tuttle Concessions Volunteers - April 23

Help us staff concessions during the Tulsa Signature Symphony Performance at Tuttle Stadium and earn money for your student’s band/guard account! We will close in time for you to watch your student perform. Details can be found HERE.

Tulsa FC Soccer

Come work the concession stand at OneOK field for the Tulsa FC Soccer Game this Saturday, April 17 and earn money for your student’s band/guard account! Find more details HERE.

Tulsa Home and Garden Show

Come work concessions at the Tulsa Home and Garden Show on Friday, April 23 or Saturday, April 24 and earn money for your student’s band/guard account. NOTE: Possible schedule conflict with Renegade Regiment Tulsa Signature Symphony Performance and Prom. Find more information HERE.

W.G.I. Fundraising Telethon

“The impact of canceling two World Championships and the entire 2021 competitive season cut a deep wound in the financial health of WGI Sport of the Arts”, says Director of Operations Bart Woodley. Union Indoor Percussion and Guard would have competed in those events.

Adam Bruce, Union Percussion Programs Director explained: “Union has a long history of competing and performing in WGI dating back to the 80s when indoor color guard and marching percussion were first forming. In recent years, the indoor drumline has competed in A, Open, and World class divisions at WGI, seeing success in each division. Students and parents alike love the spotlight that is shown upon the percussionists through WGI. It has been one of the premier activities that we take part in that has helped to perpetuate generations of successful percussion sections at Union.”

As you may know, we traditionally host a WGI event at Union, and the organization and program are also a huge part of our Guard program and its success over the year.

Please consider participating in this fundraising event to keep advanced marching arts alive. Find the details and donate any time or tune in to the live Telethon HERE.

CLASS OF 2021:

We are preparing to recognize you in a special way at our Awards Banquet, scheduled for May 14, and we need your help! Please click the button below to submit pictures and info about yourself. Please do so by midnight on Sunday, April 25, 2021.

Senior Recognition Information

Login to Charms

It’s a great time of year to login to Charms and make sure your information is all up to date!

Macy’s Payment Due

The next Macy's Fee is Due By April 15. Please log into CHARMS and check your account balance.

Helpers Needed!

We need parent volunteers to help us feed & water the band and tear down rehearsal & performance equipment on Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday evenings (April 21, 22, & 23) leading up to the Signature Symphony Concert. This is a great way to get behind the scenes and up close to your students band mates. Sign Up to help HERE!