Activities
Participating in activities is the perfect way for students to explore their interests and have fun in new ventures or to develop friendships with like-minded peers. Please check out our list of activities below.
Academic Decathalon
Preparing for this “Jeopardy-style” February competition develops thinking skills for all Tulare Union students.
Contact: Courtney Hendrickson, Room 56
After Games Dances
Dances after all home football and basketball games promote school spirit for all students within the school district with current ASB cards.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Associated Student Body (ASB) Leadership Class
Elected and appointed ASB officers and other interested students work throughout the school year to promote school spirit, involve the community, and improve relations between students. Activities include the Ice Breaker dance, all after-game dances, a canned food drive, a coat and sweater drive, a toy drive, Homecoming, Bell Week, Union Days, and many other events throughout the school year.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Bell Week Activities
Bell week activities are a weeklong celebration to promote school spirit for all Tulare Union students prior to the Bell Game.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Career Day
Career Day is an annual event that provides career information for junior students during the fall semester.
Contact: Ms. Lisa Munoz, Counseling
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is a recognition of Hispanic heritage during a May 5 celebration.
CyberQuest
CyberQuest is a student-centered, problem based learning activity designed to lead students to apply higher level thinking skills in an authentic public speaking arena. Students apply research skills to a standards-based, curriculum-oriented thematic project. The work culminates in a multimedia presentation before a panel of judges and a public audience.
Contact: Mr. Eric York, Rm. 203
Dances During the Year
- Ice Breaker Dance in August
- Fall Homecoming in October
- Winter Formal in November
- Backwards Dance in March
- Prom in May
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Health Fair
Our health fair provides all Tulare Union students with information about healthy lifestyles, community services, and possible career pathways in the spring semester.
Contact: Ms. Gina Hirayama, Rm. 200
History Day Competition
Our History Day competition is an annual competition held in March that gives Tulare Union students a strong sense of history.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Homecoming Events
Homecoming events promote school spirit for all Tulare Union students in a weeklong celebration prior to the Homecoming game.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Intramural Noon Sports
Intramural noon sports offer friendly competition and fair play for all Tulare Union students, promoting strength and conditioning during the lunch break.
Contact: Physical Education Dept. or Ms. Diana Nalbandian-Hatton, Athletic Director
Mock Trial Competition
During the spring semester, Tulare Union students prepare and present a trial, in play fashion, from the perspectives of the prosecution and the defense.
Contact: Advisor to be determined
Plays and Musicals / Thespians / Talent Show
This is for thespian students enrolled in drama or students who want to exhibit their special talents throughout the school year.
Contact: Ms. Jill Coyle, Rm. 530
Reading Activities / Promotions
Monthly promotions encourage reading for all Tulare Union students.
Contact: Library/Media Teacher John C Freitas
Contact: Reading Specialist Ms. Tabitha Grabowski, Rm. 82
Science Olympiad Competition
The Science Olympiad is a friendly competition held in May to increase Tulare Union students’ interest and enthusiasm in the natural sciences.
Contact: Ms. Pat McCue, Rm. 71
Senior Honors Assembly
The senior honors assembly recognizes Tulare Union students with special awards and honors at the end of their senior year.
Union Days Celebration
Union Days promote school spirit and friendly competition for all Tulare Union students during a weeklong event in the spring semester.
Contact: Mr. Mark Hatton, ASB Room
Veterans Appreciation Day
Each November, we encourage Tulare Union students to appreciate the contributions made by U.S. veterans.
Contact: Mr. Mark Reindl, Rm. 101
