North Miami is gearing up for its annual Back to School Giveaway, slated for August 12. The event, running from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Joe Celestin Center, will offer local students a boost as they gear up for the new academic year. Free backpacks, supplies, and access to community resources are on the docket, in a clear bid to ease the financial burden on families preparing for school time, as per the news release on the City of North Miami's website.
With an afternoon chock-full of activities tailored for children, families can expect not just giveaways but also free food and live music from School of Rock North Miami. Providing sounds for the day, DJ Lucky C will step into the co-host shoes alongside Ashley Gaitan. In an effort to bolster the spirits of local students and facilitate connections within the community, the city has evidently pulled out all the stops.
Residents looking to lend a hand can contribute school supplies like notebooks, pencils, and more mundane goods such as binders and rulers. Financial donations are welcomed, with the option to drop off items at various locations around the city, including the North Miami Public Library and the North Miami City Hall
This community-centric event is made possible, enjoying partnerships with local entities like the Association of Haitian Educators of Dade and 99 Jamz. A generous mix of kid-friendly fun and educational readiness seems to be in store for attendees—promising not just a day of diversion but one laying the groundwork for the year ahead.
Anyone seeking more information or interested in getting involved in sponsoring the giveaway should reach the Office of Mayor and Council directly. The details are available on the City of North Miami's website.
