OWASSO, Okla. — Administrators within Owasso Public Schools paused their annual leadership retreat Friday afternoon to pack 100 backpacks with school supplies for students in need.
The backpack stuffing session ran from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Owasso Community Center and was organized in partnership with Owasso Community Resources.
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The effort aims to get supplies into the hands of students before the school year begins.
Superintendent Dr. Margaret Coates said the rising cost of school supplies was a driving factor behind the event.
"The cost of school supplies is so high, and we know that it's hard for a lot of families, especially if they have multiple children in various grade levels, and so this is a way that we can come together and provide these needed supplies for our students as they begin the school year," Coates said.
While staff could have spent their time in a conference room, they instead chose to spend an hour helping students in need.
Owasso Community Resources will handle distribution, ensuring the supply-filled backpacks reach the families who need them most.
Jean Patterson of the Owasso Community Center said the collaboration brought multiple community partners together for a shared purpose.
"It's a wonderful opportunity for the city and the schools and community resources to join forces for the citizens and their little citizens," Patterson said.
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