The new school year is getting close. Many Katy families have a special tradition that helps kick off the school year, getting it started in a fun and memorable way. We talked to some Katy families and asked about their traditions. Read what they had to say… and who knows, You might be inspired to start a new tradition of your own!
Plus, operation Back to school is already back to school.
Compassion Katy, a 501c(3) nonprofit, is fundraising and preparing for their second annual Operation Back 2 School (OB2S) event. Everyday their team is pressing forward to gain financial sponsorship and preparing to greet 3,000 students and their families on August 4, 2018 at the Merrell Center in Katy, TX.
Katy ISD has identified the students and families who are the most in need of the resources and services our event provides. Each student received a personal invitation to attend the event.
“The goal of Operation Back 2 School is to partner with Katy ISD, our nonprofit partners, and neighboring businesses to provide services, tools, and resources plus backpacks and school supplies [to the children and families who need it the most,” said Sue Hetrick, Compassion Katy Executive Director. “When these kids attend this event, they are provided everything they need for a successful school year.”
Compassion Katy is also a member of the Katy nonprofit coalition. Each of these nonprofit partners attend and provide access, resources, and tools for items such as immunizations, food, clothing, furniture, counseling, and so much more.
• Katy Christian Ministry
• Clothed by Faith
• Christ Clinic
• Hope Impacts
• Ballard House
• Attack Poverty
• Katy Cares • YMCA
In addition to the nonprofit partners, local businesses, restaurants, and churches will be in attendance. Each one will give a student a small gift and the parents will receive information and coupons to help their family throughout the year. After the student visits each station, they will be given their school supplies by the Katy Police Department and Katy ISD police men and women. These officers will cheer on the student and get them excited and ready to the begin the school year!
“Partnering with Compassion Katy for Operation Back 2 School enables our students to start the school year dressed for success,” said Ken Gregorski, Katy ISD Assistant Superintendent. “We know the supplies and services the students and families receive are a positive impact on overall student performance and well-being.”
If you are interested in volunteering on August 4, 2018, please visit www.compassionkaty.org for more information.
