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Union Academy students pack over 72,000 rice meals

Community Service Day
Union Academy students pack over 72,000 rice meals
Kellie Streater

Union Academy students of all grade levels came together for a day of service, partnering with Servants with a Heart to pack more than 72,000 rice-based meals for individuals facing food insecurity in Cuba.

Union Academy students of all grade levels came together for a day of service, partnering with Servants with a Heart to pack more than 72,000 rice-based meals for individuals facing food insecurity in Cuba. This annual Community Service Day reinforces the school’s commitment to service and character education.

Students at Union Academy are organized into “families,” each consisting of a class from the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Throughout the year, these family groups build relationships through team-building activities, character lessons, and community service projects.

“This is one of my favorite days of the year,” said Senior and Student Body President Laniyah Love. “It’s important for me and my classmates to model community service and caring for others to our younger students. They are so fun to work with because they see the joy in everything, and it reminds me why we serve.”

During the event, students rotated through educational stations to learn about global food insecurity, the nutritional needs of those they were serving, and the ingredients used in the meals they packed. According to Servants with a Heart, each bag contains six meals, and just one cooked cup provides the daily nutritional needs to sustain a child.

Character Coach Cynthia Mitchell stated, “Community Service Day at UA provides students and staff the opportunity to learn about and do hands-on service. Rice packing is an activity for all ages, and the students really enjoy being a part of it.”

Union Academy’s Community Service Day exemplifies the school’s mission to develop well-rounded students who value character, compassion, and civic engagement. By actively participating in service projects, students not only make a tangible impact but also gain a deeper understanding of global issues and the power of giving back.

For more information about Union Academy and its community service initiatives, please contact awatkins@unionacademy.org. 

 

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