School Supply Drive
Help us prepare our kids for success this Fall!
School supplies mean so much more to a child striving to learn, but potentially lacking the means to obtain them.
- Preparedness: Having the right supplies ensures students are ready to participate in lessons and complete assignments effectively.
- Confidence Boost: Starting the school year with new supplies can make kids feel more confident and excited about learning.
- Organization: Tools like folders, planners, and binders help students stay organized, manage their time, and keep track of homework and projects.
- Creativity and Engagement: Art supplies, colorful notebooks, and fun stationery can make learning more enjoyable and spark creativity.
- Equity in the Classroom: Ensuring all students have access to basic supplies helps create a more level playing field and reduces distractions or embarrassment.
- Responsibility and Ownership: Managing their own supplies teaches kids responsibility and encourages them to take ownership of their learning.
- Support for Learning Styles: Different supplies (e.g., graph paper, highlighters, flashcards) cater to various learning styles and help reinforce understanding.
- Reduced Stress: Being well-equipped minimizes last-minute scrambles and stress, allowing students to focus on learning.
- Parental Involvement: Shopping for supplies can be a bonding experience and helps parents engage with their child’s education.
- Positive Mindset: A fresh start with new materials can set a positive tone for the school year and motivate students to do their best.
Support our Back-to-School Supply Drive and encourage proper preparedness and education for kids!
To learn more or make a donation, please contact
Michelle Garibay of US Bank at michelle.garibay@usbank.com.
Questions? Email jsparks@bgclc.org
Special thank you to US Bank for your support in this initiative!
MOST NEEDED SUPPLIES
- Backpacks*
- Sticky notes*
- Glue sticks*,
- Pens,
- Water bottles
- Pencil cases,
- 1.5” binders
- Highlighters*,
- Dry erase markers*
- Pencil packs
- Sharpeners
- 24-pack Crayola crayons
- Colored pencils
- Spiral notebooks
- Pocket folders
- Index cards
* = high need