Students Can Prepare for the New School Year with Backpack Giveaways and Family Resource Fairs
The countdown to the first day of school has begun, and for many San Antonio families that means more than simply buying notebooks and pencils.
Community groups, school districts, healthcare providers, local businesses and elected officials are hosting dozens of free backpack giveaways, school supply drives, health fairs and resource events over the next several weeks.
Whether you’re searching for free school supplies, low-cost healthcare services or the best time to shop tax-free, this Observer guide brings everything together in one place.
Mark Your Calendar For First Day Back to School
Before making back-to-school plans, parents should note when classes begin in their school district:
- Northside Independent School District students return to class on Monday, Aug. 10.
- San Antonio Independent School District students begin the new school year on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
- North East Independent School District students return on Monday, Aug. 17.
- Judson Independent School District students return on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
- Alamo Heights Independent School District students being on Tuesday, Aug. 19
Parents should also check with their child’s campus for orientation dates, meet-the-teacher nights and campus-specific school supply lists.
Save During Texas’ Tax-Free Weekend
Families can save money on many back-to-school purchases during Texas’ annual Sales Tax Holiday, which begins Friday, Aug. 7, and continues through midnight Sunday, Aug. 9…