The
Rotary Club of Johns Creek North Fulton, in collaboration with local Girl
Scouts and community volunteers, will be packing school supplies at the Johns Creek Chamber of
Commerce on Wednesday, July 31, from
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. This event is open to all who wish to lend a hand in
supporting students in need as they prepare for the new school year. To show
our appreciation for your help, we will provide snacks.
As
students in Johns Creek gear up to return to the classroom, the cost of school
supplies is weighing heavily on families. Backpacks, clothing, pencils,
notebooks, and more can total up to $897 for an average American household. What was once a fun
shopping trip has now become a financial burden for many parents, exacerbated
by inflation. The price of school supplies has soared alongside the costs of
food, gasoline, and housing.
For
some families in Johns Creek, these expenses are simply out of reach. The
Rotary Club of Johns Creek North Fulton is stepping forward to alleviate this
burden by donating over 200 fully stocked backpacks to students at
Autrey Mill, Taylor Road, and River Trail middle schools and to each elementary
school in Johns Creek.
These
backpacks, brimming with supplies, are made possible through the generous
contributions of our sponsors and
will be given to at-risk students identified by school counselors.
“With
the challenges of low income or homelessness, the impact on a student’s
education can be profound,” stated Brian Weaver, Co-Chairman of the Rotary Empower
the Future – Provide the Tools. “By providing these essential supplies, we’re investing in students’
future success in Johns Creek.”
The
Johns Creek North Fulton Rotary Club is committed to equipping at-risk students
with the tools necessary for educational success, which is vital in breaking
the cycle of poverty for these families. Research has demonstrated that proper
school supplies can significantly improve classroom readiness, participation,
academic performance, self-esteem, and behavior.
“We
anticipate that the benefits gained during these pivotal years will have a
multiplying effect, enhancing outcomes for years to come,” said Dave Bernard,
President of the Rotary Johns Creek North Fulton. “This year, we’ve continued our
support to include our three middle schools and 12 elementary schools in
Johns Creek.”
Contact: Michelle Hanchey,