As the new school year approaches, organizations across Dallas-Fort Worth are hosting back-to-school events to provide students with the necessary supplies and health screenings. In Arlington, the school district’s back-to-school kickoff will take place on Saturday at AT&T Stadium, offering free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, vision and dental screenings, and information about available resources.
Dallas Events
In Dallas, several events are scheduled for this weekend. The Park South Family YMCA will host a back-to-school expo on Saturday, featuring free health screenings, school supplies, cooking demos, fitness classes, and mental wellness experts. The Vickery Park Branch Library will also host a back-to-school fair with free books, food, backpacks, and activities like face painting and balloon art. Additionally, the Dream Center Dallas will distribute backpacks, school supplies, and shoes to kids in the community.
In Mansfield, the Mansfield ISD will host a back-to-school bash with free supplies, backpacks, and brand new shoes, as well as sports physicals, immunizations, and eye and dental exams. The event will also include games, bounce houses, and other entertainment.
Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
