Tarrant County students receive backpacks, books and back-to-school boosts

As the sun rose, families stirred in anticipation as they stood in line for the Tarrant County Back to School Roundup.

Local officials took to a stage Aug. 8 to excite kids and parents about the upcoming school year as they waited to pick up free supplies and resources.

“Let’s remember that this is a true, true testament to a community coming together — partners, volunteers, public officials, just everyone around Tarrant County — to make sure our students are served and get everything that you need to be successful at the start of the school year,” said Luis Lozano, a Tarrant County Back to School Roundup board member.

Kids were antsy to pick out their favorite color of backpack or choose a free book to take home…

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