The Brief
- Dallas and Tarrant County are hosting large annual back-to-school events on Friday to help local families prepare for the upcoming school year.
- Both events provide free school supply kits, backpacks, laptops, health screenings, haircuts, and access to community resources to ease budget pressures.
- The Dallas Mayor’s event at Fair Park and the Tarrant County Roundup at TCC South Campus both accept walk-ins and run through 2 p.m. Friday, with supplies served on a first-come, first-served basis.
DALLAS – Big back to school bashes are being held in Dallas and Fort Worth on Friday. They’re a way to help families save on school supplies while also getting access to free resources and health screenings.
Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson hosted the city’s 30th annual Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair on Friday morning.
Every year, families gather at Fair Park to make sure they have the chance to get everything they need for the school year such as school supplies, backpacks, and even laptops.
In recent years, the Dallas Independent School District has also added free health screenings, hair cups, and community resources.
Mayor Johnson said he’s glad to see the city is meeting a crucial need.…