Brunswick High School presented Atlantic Regional Federal Credit Union with a Community Partner in Education Award Thursday.

The high school created this recognition award to honor those who share its commitment to providing the best possible education to learners of all ages and abilities, according to an announcement about the award.

“We are honoring local businesses, citizens, and nonprofits for their commitment to helping build a healthier and more vibrant community,” said Rick Wilson, Brunswick High School educator and community liaison.

Throughout the years, ARFCU has helped Brunswick High School and area schools, on a number of levels. The credit union provides more than $15,000 in scholarships annually, volunteers in schools through Junior Achievement, assists in local and regional financial fitness fairs, serves as a field trip site for elementary students, and allows middle school students to shadow their workers for a day.

“Individually and collectively, businesses have the potential to make a powerful impact on public education in this community, and we can all benefit from strengthening the relationship between the public and private sectors,” said Brunswick High School Principal Art Abelman.

Atlantic Regional Federal Credit Union “epitomizes this relationship,” the release states.

The award bestowed upon ARFCU was a photo of the local iconic Black Bridge spanning the Androscoggin River between Topsham and Brunswick, taken by Brunswick High School student Sarah Thibeault, a member of the Class of 2012.