By Mike Hutchens, UC Schools Communications Director
Union City, Tenn.–Union City Elementary and Middle School students will benefit greatly from the generosity of Wanzek Construction.
The North Dakota company, which is currently working to build a solar farm next to Everett-Steward Regional Airport, has donated a huge truckload of school supplies and nearly $2,500 cash for the future needs of the two UC schools and their teachers.
The kindness of Wanzek is part of their involvement with multiple communities where they are involved in construction projects.
In addition to traditional school supplies, calculators, backpacks, dry erase boards, and other supplies were donated and delivered to the two schools this week.
“Helping out where we can is always fun for the community,” said Sierra Shibley, a Wanzek site administrator. “Collecting donations for the school was a privilege to do and just the first of many different projects we have in mind while we are here.
“We are happy that you guys (Union City Schools) are able to use what we collected to the fullest.”
Both UCES Principal Allison Palmer and Middle School Principal Lance Morgan were understandably thrilled to receive the supplies and money.
“I just wanted to say thank you so much for your generosity,” Palmer said to Shibley. “I’m blown away by the number of supplies and amount of money donated by your team.
“So many students, teachers, and families in the community will benefit from all the items given. UCES and UCMS are truly grateful for your kindness.”