23 May 2006
Estimated 20,000 Students to Receive School Supplies at Aug. 3 Event
DALLAS–Dallas Independent School District Board Trustee Jerome Garza, District 7, along with Dallas Mayor Laura Miller and City Manager Mary K. Suhm, will bring greetings at the Mayor's 'Back to School Fair' news conference at noon., Wednesday, May 24, at City Hall Flag Room, 1500 Marilla St.
The fair will be held Thursday, Aug. 3.
The Mayor's Back to School Fair began in 1997 to provide free school supplies and school related information to families who meet specific income guidelines.
DISD has supported the event every year by providing services such as translators, safety and security personnel, technical staff, and equipment. More than 20 booths staffed with district personnel help inform parents of programs and services by DISD.