Union Catholic High School Celebrates Student Engagement and Philanthropy Day

Scotch Plains, NJ– On February 27, Union Catholic High School participated in the second annual Student Engagement and Philanthropy Day, an initiative organized by CASE Affiliated Student Advancement Programs, designed to increase student understanding of philanthropy.

“A philanthropic culture is thriving at Union Catholic,” explained Susan M. Dyckman, director of development. “Student Engagement and Philanthropy Day gave us an opportunity to demonstrate to students the value they add to their UC high school experience through service projects and fundraising, both of which fall into the category of ‘philanthropy.’ Our hope is that they will take what they’re learning at UC and continue to give back with their time, talent and treasure as alumni long after graduation.”

Union Catholic celebrated student philanthropy in several ways over the past week:

·      UCTV presentation to student body

·      Twitter BINGO

·      Class meetings to launch student participation in annual Student Giving Challenge, which raises funds for an annual class gift to the school

For 50 years, Union Catholic High School has earned its reputation as one of New Jersey's foremost Catholic secondary schools. For information, visit unioncatholic.org.