Open Thread: Spurs to host Back To School Bash

Open Thread: Spurs to host Back To School Bash

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Here in San Antonio, summer is in full effect. But don’t let the weather fool you, the first day of school is just around the corner. Teachers in my district return Monday with student first day the following Wednesday. If you are local and have school age children, the Spurs are hosting their fifth annual back to school event with supplies and services on August 8th.

Per a Spurs press release:

“Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) is hosting its fifth annual Back to School Bash at Frost Bank Center on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 12-3 p.m. Parents, students and teachers in grades K-12 are invited to attend this event for free school supplies and resources while supplies last. Registration is now open and required for attendance.“

Services include:

  • School supplies for K-12 grade levels
  • Dental screenings
  • Heart screenings
  • Glucose screenings
  • Haircuts
  • Information booths for school enrollment, extracurricular activities, mental health support and family support services.

Patricia Mejia, Chief Impact & Inclusion Officer at SS&E stated,

“Every student deserves to begin the school year with the tools and confidence they need to succeed. Back to School Bash is about removing barriers for families while bringing our community together to support students and educators. We’re grateful to our partners who make this event possible and help set thousands of young people up for a strong start to the school year.”

Parents and/or guardians are required to be present with their children. Participating educators must have their teacher ID upon entering the event. Items and services will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and only while supplies last.


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