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Media Advisory
For immediate release:
July 14, 2023
For more information, contact:
Paulette L. Jones
Chief of Communications
Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation
Cell: (240) 712-0298
REMINDER - Prince George’s County Kicks off the Stuff TheBus Back to School Supply Drive
LARGO-MD - The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) will be hosting the annual "Stuff TheBus" Back to School Supply Drive from July 18, 2023, to August 18, 2023. This drive aims to support students, particularly those who are most vulnerable, in preparing for the upcoming academic year by providing them with new backpacks and essential classroom supplies.
Since 2018, DPW&T has received significant donations from various organizations, including County government agencies, County staff, the Prince George's County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and the Prince George's County Community Partners. The success of the "Stuff TheBus" drive has been steadily increasing over the years. Looking specifically at last year, DPW&T managed to gather over 900 backpacks, and the overall item count exceeded 11,000.
"The Stuff TheBus” Back to School Supply Drive is one of our major events for the year. We take pride in providing families with the opportunity to gather backpacks and school supplies, especially during these financially challenging times," stated DPW&T's Director, Michael D. Johnson.
The 2023-2024 academic year for Prince George's County Public Schools will commence on August 28, 2023. We are excited to have another successful drive as we strive to support our young students in starting their school year on a positive note. For more information about the “Stuff TheBus” Back to School Supply Drive, please reach out to Paulette Jones, Chief of Communications, at pljones@co.pg.md.us.
WHO:
Prince George’s County
Department of Public Works and Transportation
WHAT:
Stuff TheBus Back to School Supply Drive
WHERE:
9400 Peppercorn Place
Largo, Maryland 20774
(End of the cul-de-sac)
WHEN:
Kickoff – Tuesday, July 18, 2023, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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