Community Invited to Participate in School Supply Drive to Benefit Students in Seminole County Public Schools

Sanford, FL – As the new school year approaches, The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools will be hosting a Supply Drive to support their Tools 4 Seminole Schools (T4SS) program. The drive will begin Monday during Tax-Free Weeks, providing an excellent opportunity for community members to donate essential school supplies and classroom materials.
 
Community members are encouraged to participate by donating new supplies such as pens, pencils, crayons, scissors, glue, and more. The drive will run from July 29 – August 9 and all supplies can be dropped off at:
 
Educational Support Building
400 E. Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
8:30PM – 4PM
 
Each year, teachers and parents struggle to provide students with the necessary supplies for a successful school year. By supporting Tools 4 Seminole Schools, we can help alleviate this burden and ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed academically.

Who: The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools
When: July 29 – August 9
Where: Educational Support Building, 400 E. Lake Mary Blvd. in Sanford FL
 
About Tools 4 Seminole Schools
Tools 4 Seminole Schools is committed to easing the financial burden on teachers and low-income parents by providing necessary school supplies. The program offers a variety of items, from basic classroom essentials such as pencils, notebooks, crayons, and glue, to personal items like tissues, socks, and underwear. Teachers from Seminole County Public Schools are given the opportunity to come shop once a month to stock their classrooms, often saving them $500 or more of their own money. These supplies ensure that students are well-equipped and ready to learn, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
About The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools
As SCPS’s direct-support charity, The Foundation has raised a total of $55 million to help ensure that today’s students become tomorrow’s productive citizens.
 
FSCPS focuses on four areas that complement the school district strategic plan: support student achievement through initiatives that increase student opportunities and close the achievement gap, develop teachers and staff, support district alignment, and enhance community engagement. By supporting The Foundation, you help build a brighter future for our students and for our community! For more information, call 407.320.0180 or visit http://www.foundationscps.org.