Houston holding back-to-school event with free supplies, screenings

by Christina Goebel, posted in Uncategorized
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Houston area businesses sponsor the Back 2 School Fest, which provides free backpacks and health care screenings. photo credit: Neils Esperson’s View via photopin (license)

The Houston Mayor’s Office is holding a festival celebrating the return to school on Saturday, Aug. 13.

The Annual Back 2 School Fest will be at the University of Houston and will serve 25,000 pre-registered, grades K-5 students who will attend Houston-area school districts. To participate, they must qualify for free or reduced lunch.

Registrations will be accepted until Sunday, July 31 or until no more openings are available.

Parent holds hands of two children.
It’s time to get the kids ready for school. Register now to get ahead at this back-to-school event. photo credit: Daddy dearest!! via photopin (license)


Students will have access to:

  • Backpacks
  • School Supplies
  • Immunizations
  • Vision Screenings
  • Dental Screenings
  • Other Free Services

To register your student, call 713-837-0311 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or visit here.

 

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