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.
Union High School
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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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!
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.
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 our scholars.
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12 Nov
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FAFSA Workshop (Ottawa Hills High School) 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMFAFSA Workshop (Ottawa Hills High School)Date: Nov 12Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: Ottawa Hills High School, 2055 Rosewood Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USACalendar: GRPS District CalendarTranslation services available in Spanish
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19 Nov
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Burton School 100th Year Celebration 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMBurton School 100th Year CelebrationDate: Nov 19Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: 2133 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USACalendar: GRPS District CalendarShort program at 6:30 pm
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25 Novthru Nov 27
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No School | No LOOP Programming | Thanksgiving BreakDate: Nov 25 - Nov 27Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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26 Nov
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GRPS 34th Annual Turkey TrotDate: Nov 26Location: Van Andel Arena, 130 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USACalendar: GRPS District Calendar
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16 Decthru Dec 18
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Half Days for Scholars | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Dec 16 - Dec 18Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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21 Decthru Jan 1
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No School | No LOOP Programming | Winter BreakDate: Dec 21 - Jan 1Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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4 Jan
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First Day of Second SemesterDate: Jan 4Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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11 Jan
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No School | No LOOP ProgrammingDate: Jan 11Calendar: GRPS District Calendar
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Bridge Street Market Awards Sibley Elementary $10,000 Donation November 10, 2026
Sibley Elementary School has been selected to receive a $10,000 Meijer Team Gives award from Bridge Street Market in recognition of the strong partnership between the school and the neighborhood grocery store.
Max Gibbs Honored for Volunteer Service November 10, 2026
For 15 years, Max Gibbs has generously given his time and talents to Grand Rapids Public Schools.
Board Chambers Dedicated as "The Robert Dean Auditorium" November 10, 2026
The Grand Rapids Board of Education officially dedicated its board chambers as "The Robert Dean Auditorium" during its November meeting, honoring longtime community leader, pastor, and public servant Bishop Robert Dean for his enduring contributions to Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools.





