LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — It’s officially August, and the first day of school is just around the corner. On Saturday, the YMCA hosted several back-to-school rallies across Lexington to kick off the new school year.
“We’re excited for the school year ahead. We’re more than ready, and we’re certainly facing our challenges head-on. But at the same time, we’re focused on our most precious commodity, which is our students,” Fayette County Public Schools acting superintendent Dr. Bill Bradford said.
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Coolavin Park was one of six locations across Lexington that hosted the events. The rallies featured backpack and school supply giveaways, along with activities designed to help students meet new friends before classes begin.
“We’re excited to see you, and we’re excited to come back. There’s a lot of positive energy that we’re seeing here and that we’ve seen throughout the community today,” Bradford said…