Union Building

Welcome to Union High School (9-12)

Greetings from Union High School! My name is Aaron Roussey and I have the absolute pleasure of being the Principal at Union High School. Our vision is to develop confident, accountable, and responsible lifelong learners who are college and career ready.

Our staff are committed to scholars success, regardless of race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or religion. Our goal is to ensure that all scholars feel included, valued, supported and safe. Our diverse scholar population is rich with bilingual and English learners who are supported through our Newcomers program, cultural center services, and bilingual staff.

We understand that equitable education and compassion are the cornerstone to any successful institution, and we are committed to bringing that to our scholars and community every day.

Aaron Roussey

Principal

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Union High School

1800 Tremont Blvd. NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Phone:616-819-3160

Fax:616-819-3205

Aaron Roussey

Principal

Dana Bachelder

Assistant Principal

Jessica Maat

Assistant Principal

Gerardo Aguilar

Scholar Success Coordinator

Nate Mayfield

Scholar Success Coordinator

Justin Walker

Athletic Director

Morgan Bills

Kent School Services Network (KSSN) Coordinator

School Hours

Breakfast 7:10 a.m.
Start Time 7:40 a.m.
Dismissal 2:23 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 10:25 a.m.

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KSSN

We are a Community School!
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We are The U!

At Union High School, our newly modernized building is a hidden gem on the west side of Grand Rapids. It features updated classroom technology, secure entrances, a wonderfully caring staff, and a massive athletic wing. We are also surrounded by sprawling green space for outdoor instruction and athletics.

Union recently underwent extensive renovations, with an emphasis on equipping all classes with the latest technology and tools to facilitate instruction. Union’s experienced staff leverage these classroom enhancements to provide the best educational opportunities for all of our scholars.

As a Cultural Center at GRPS, we offer specific programs and services that support our English Learners. Our goal is to ensure that our diverse scholar population feels included, valued, and supported. We understand that equitable education and compassion are the cornerstone to any successful institution, and we strive to bring that to our scholars and community every day.

Union has something for everyone!

Meet Our Principal

Our newly modernized building is a hidden gem on the west side of Grand Rapids, featuring updated classrooms, entrances, air conditioning, and a massive athletic wing, surrounded by sprawling green space for outdoor instruction and athletics.

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Events

24 Aug
- First Day of 2026-2027 School Year
  
  First Day of 2026-2027 School Year
  
  Date: Aug 24
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
28 Aug
- Half Day of School for Scholars
  
  Half Day of School for Scholars
  
  Date: Aug 28
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
1 Sep
- First Day of Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
  
  First Day of Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
  
  Date: Sep 1
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
4 Sep
thru Sep 7
- No School | Labor Day
  
  No School | Labor Day
  
  Date: Sep 4 - Sep 7
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
19 Oct
- No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Oct 19
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
2 Nov
thru Nov 3
- No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Nov 2 - Nov 3
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
25 Nov
thru Nov 27
- No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving Break
  
  No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving Break
  
  Date: Nov 25 - Nov 27
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
16 Dec
thru Dec 18
- Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP Programming
  
  Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP Programming
  
  Date: Dec 16 - Dec 18
  
  Calendar: GRPS District Calendar

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School News

SNN: The more books we can get in kids' hands, the better July 9, 2026

“Who’s excited to have a brand-new book?” teacher Lisa Frost asked students as they exited a recent book fair at Coit Creative Arts Academy.

Fox 17: Southwest MH Sophomore Named To Guatemalan National Team July 8, 2026

As top soccer talent competes in the World Cup this week, a 15-year-old from the Grand Rapids area will try to earn the right to represent Guatemala.

Brian Gordon Named GRPS Public Safety Officer of the Year July 8, 2026

Brian Gordon, who serves at Westwood Middle School, was named GRPS Public Safety & School Security's Officer of the Year as the department recognized officers for exemplary service during the 2025-26 school year.