Friday, September 18, 2026 · Serving all of Hudson County since March 2011Union Hill Middle School Named Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School
Amazing news for Union City's Union Hill Middle School. The Board of Education has announced that the school has been name a Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School. The distinguished Blue Ribbon…
Amazing news for Union City’s Union Hill Middle School. The Board of Education has announced that the school has been name a Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School.
The distinguished Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Award through the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence, is the highest level of recognition granted by the prestigious national organization to schools which demonstrate exceptional performance and best practices in education.
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In an Instagram post from the Union City Board of Education, officials stated, “This honor follows a comprehensive national evaluation process, which included:
• An in depth review of student achievement and growth data over the last four years
• Analysis of instructional practices, leadership, and school systems
• Nearly 1,000 surveys submitted by students, parents, and staff
• A formal on site visit conducted by an independent national assessor, who interviewed stakeholders and observed our school in action
The results were clear: Union Hill stands as a model of excellence.”
“This award belongs to our staff, students, families, and entire Union Hill community. It is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and belief that lives inside our building every single day,” stated Principal Michael Abbato.
The post continues, “This recognition reflects what Union Hill has built:
• Exceptional NJSLA performance and student growth
• Outstanding attendance rates
• Dozens of national, statewide, and countywide awards and recognitions across academics, athletics, and Visual and Performing Arts
• Strong partnerships with universities and organizations that expand opportunities for our studentsThis is more than an award, it is validation of the work happening inside Union Hill.We are proud to be a nationally recognized school. Congratulations to Union City Public Schools and our entire Union Hill community.
A special thank you to our Mayor and State Senator, Brian P. Stack, and to our Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. Silvia Abbato, for their tremendous support!”
Congratulations to the Union Hill Middle School.
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