We’ve got your Back-Pack!

     Every year, police departments and Gwinnett County businesses come together to support Back-to-School efforts at different schools. These efforts supply Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) students with the resources they need to succeed each and every school year. From backpacks filled with school supplies to hygiene kits, community partners have the students’ backs.

     In July, three events were held to distribute a variety of items to students in need. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office hosted its 5th annual Back-to-School Bash at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. The Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Gwinnett County Public Schools Police and various GCPS departments, gave away notebooks, Expo markers, cups, pens, pencils, food donations, and more. Along with the supplies, more than 50 School Resource Officers and Team GCPS employees were able to provide learning support information to more than 7,000 families.

     Additionally, Georgia Power’s Asian Pacific American employee resource group collected and delivered school supplies to the GCPS International Newcomer Center. Georgia Power’s Gwinnett Citizens’ Chapter and Keller Williams also supported Rockbridge Elementary School by donating school supplies for students served under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

     “We are profoundly grateful for the unwavering support of our community. Their generosity is a powerful reminder that compassion is all around us, and that so many are committed to uplifting those who need it most,” says Rockbridge Elementary Principal Lissette McRea.

     Students at Peachtree Elementary School will benefit from the Gwinnett County Police Department’s (GCPD) selection of the school to receive book bags, notebooks, markers, glue sticks, and other school supplies.

     “Every year, we try to make a contribution to the Gwinnett County school system,” says Major Michael Reddick of GCPD. “Everybody knows a teacher or family who tries to fill the gaps for school supplies that they need, so we’re doing our small part to try to help fill that gap.”

     To support GCPS students and staff, contact the schools in your cluster.