Academic and School Accountability Results: Union County Public Schools (UCPS) and the North Carolina State Board of Education announced academic and school accountability results for the 2022-2023 school year. During the Sept. 6 Union County Board of Education meeting, staff released data for school performance grades, district and grade level proficiency rates, growth, math course rigor, four-year cohort graduation rate and career and college readiness. Read more. 

2023-2024 Approved Academic Calendar (Traditional): At the April 4 meeting, the Board of Education approved revised 2023-2024 calendars. Students will begin school on Monday, Aug. 28 and end on Friday, June 7.

Calendar Highlights:

• The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 28 
• The last day of school is Friday, June 7
• Winter Break for students is Dec. 18, 2023 – Jan. 1, 2024

School Choice: At the January 10, 2023 Board of Education meeting, the board voted to postpone School Choice for the 2023-2024 school year. There will be no schools of choice for next school year. Students who are currently assigned through School Choice will remain in their school assignment through the terminal grade. 

When more information is available about School Choice, UCPS will share updates with employees and parents. If you have questions about additional transfer options, visit the Student Assignment page.

Support School Initiatives: Want to be more connected to UCPS and support school/district initiatives? View our campaigns and consider supporting these initiatives through a donation. Access the campaigns in the Living Tree portal.

How to Obtain an Official Copy of Your Transcript: Union County Public Schools offers a secure and convenient online way to request and receive a student's transcript. We do not accept faxes, emails or phone requests. Request a transcript in the Online Student Records and Payment System. Upon completing the online request form, you will receive a confirmation email when your request has been received. Once your request has been processed and mailed, your payment will be processed and you will receive an email confirmation and receipt.