News Summary
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is gearing up to welcome students back for the new school year, with numerous community organizations hosting events to provide essential supplies and support for families. Parents are encouraged to take advantage of supply giveaways, music, food, and recreational activities in the upcoming weeks, ensuring every student has a successful start to their academic year.
Savannah
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System will welcome students back for the new school year on August 4, with many private schools starting classes in the coming weeks. In preparation for the academic year, community organizations are stepping up to provide support through back-to-school events focused on supplying essential items for local students and their families.
Parents are encouraged to gather school supplies, as multiple community events are set to offer support through supply giveaways, music, food, and recreational activities for children. Various events are scheduled over the next few weeks, ensuring that all families in the Savannah area have access to the necessary resources and items needed for a successful school year.
Upcoming Community Events
One notable event is the Back-to-School Bash at Woodlawn Baptist Church on July 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., located at 407 Talmadge Ave., Garden City. This family-friendly event will offer food, games, and a school supply giveaway, with supplies distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for children present.
Later that same day, Bull Street Baptist Church will host its 5th Annual Back 2 School Fest from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 1400 Bull St. This indoor event promises musical performances from local and national Christian artists, free food and drinks, book bag giveaways, gas cards, free haircuts, and quick hairstyles for children.
On July 29, a mobile outreach initiative called Touring Toward Tomorrow will deliver supplies directly to Savannah’s hospitality workers who may struggle to attend traditional giveaways. Utilizing an Old Town Trolley, this program will cover downtown, midtown, and southside Savannah. Registration is required and must be completed by July 26 through the associated website.
The following day, Chatham Subaru will sponsor a Back-to-School Drive on July 27 from noon to 4 p.m. at Enmarket Arena, in collaboration with the Dream Big Foundation. This event aims to distribute over 1,000 book bags filled with school supplies, along with offering free haircuts, a magic show, food trucks, face painting, and bounce houses. The first 50 guests have the chance to win cash gift cards, with special guest speaker Miquan Green in attendance.
Another opportunity to obtain supplies will occur on July 27 at the Gospel on the Greens Back to School Block Party held by First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church. Starting at 6 p.m. in Forsyth Park, the event will feature 1,000 free book bags, food trucks, and various activities for children.
Additional Events on the Horizon
The Savannah Police Department is set to host its annual Back-to-School Bash on August 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their headquarters located at 2005 Waters Ave. This free event is open to the public and encourages community participation.
Also on August 2, Uncut Barber Academy is offering free haircuts from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 11 Gateway Blvd, Suite #30, though prior registration is necessary by August 1. Following that, Hair by Nicole will hold a Back to School Expo on August 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lake Mayer Pavilion, where school supplies will be distributed.
Finally, on August 9, Curtis V. Cooper Health Care Inc. will host its Back-to-School Bash from 8 a.m. to noon at 106 E. Broad St. This event will include various amenities, such as school supplies, community resources, and health services like ear, eye, and dental exams.
Community Engagement Opportunities
As an ongoing effort to support education and community wellness, Tharros Place will organize a Back-to-School fundraiser on September 12 at the Palmetto Club, which will benefit educational programs for survivors of human trafficking.
To stay informed about new events and resources, residents can connect with the Savannah-Chatham School District’s Back to School Hub.
Other community initiatives, such as Flau’jae Johnson’s Back to School Giveback Weekend on July 25-26 featuring a mammogram screening and a festival, and the Back to School Color Dash & Splash hosted by Tanger Outlets Savannah on July 19, demonstrate the community’s commitment to ensuring all students and families are prepared for the upcoming academic year.
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