With graduation quickly approaching, the Union High School Class of 2017 kicked off their upcoming commencement with the first of many celebrations. Senior Awards Night honors members of the Class of 2017 with scholarships, special recognitions, plaques and certificates. In total, 239 awards were given to 150 student recipients. A wide array of donations from local Union Township businesses and organizations including the Union Historical Society, ConnectOne Bank, Union Township Chamber of Commerce, and the Union EMT were donated. Scholarships were also awarded in loving memory of Douglas Michael Krueger, Jason Lopes, Crystal Scretchen and Jeff Bubnowski. Numerous Union High School Clubs, Athletic Teams, and Alumni also contributed. In total, almost $100,000 worth of scholarships were handed out to students. Union High School Principal Corey Lowery shared “ It’s amazing that the students have this opportunity and it gives them something to strive for. It also is great to see that the community is so supportive of our students.”
Congratulations to the Class of 2017, and a special thanks to all of the donors.
Senior awards night