Items Tagged Back to School Supplies

Gearing Up for School: Alexandria School Supply Drive

Blog entry

From rulers to spiral notebooks to backpacks and new clothes, it takes a lot to equip kids for school. With the Virginia Tax Holiday on school supplies from August 1 to August 3, it's an opportune time to not only pick up supplies for your family but also to grab some extra pencils and crayons for students whose families are unable to afford the long list of needed items for the upcoming school year.

Back-to-School Festival

Event

Whole Foods Market Old Town is hosting a Back-to-School Festival on Saturday, August 11th from noon - 4 p.m. at John Carlyle Square Park. This first time community event features many fun and educational activities to help kids and their parents get ready for the new school year.

Community Partners for Children Wants You for Back-to-School Supply Drive

Action

Neighborhood businesses, churches, community centers and libraries have a drop-off spot just waiting for you to bring supplies for students from lower-income families.