Some United Township High School summer school students are getting the ultimate lesson this summer on how to build a house

(East Moline, IL)  The United Township Building Trades summer program is currently constructing a house at 1808 10th Ave Silvis.  The Lights ON for Learning 21st Century program is funding the project.  According to UT's Assistant Principal, Anthony Ragona, six students worked on a volunteer basis Monday through Thursdays for the past two weeks learning construction and trade skills as they built a home.  Thursday, June 21st, is their last day on the site and they are available for media interviews at 11:30 am.

WHO:  UT Building Trades Summer Program
WHAT:  House Building
WHEN: Thursday, June 21st at 11:30 am
WHERE:  1808 10th Avenue  Silvis, IL

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