ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Families in Orange County are got a little extra help to send their kids back to school.
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The Books and Beats Back to School Bash was held Saturday in Orlando.
The event was open to the public and was sponsored by Orange County District 6 Commissioner Mike Scott.
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Organizers said their goal was to help K-12 students prepare for the 2024-25 school year by providing them with backpacks and other school supplies.
Children had to attend the free event in order to receive a backpack.
There are many back to school events starting this weekend. pic.twitter.com/Y2jpBUEsBO
— Commissioner Mike Scott (@mymikescott) July 27, 2024
Visitors can expect a good time with music, kids’ activities and even some free giveaways that will include bicycles and helmets.
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The Books and Beats Back to School Bash wrapped up at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Orange County Multicultural Center in Orlando.
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