SLPS Hosts Back-to-School Fair
Classes begin August 20

St. Louis – Students of the St. Louis Public Schools and their families will gather at Gateway Middle School for the annual SLPS Back-to-School festival. The free fair will be held from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Saturday, August 11, at the Gateway Complex, 1200 North Jefferson Ave.

Free school supplies and backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Many local agencies and school district offices will be on hand, providing free services including immunization shots, school registration, notary services, children’s activities and refreshments. The district’s ESOL division will offer support for non-English speaking SLPS families. Brown Shoe Company is collaborating with St. Louis Public Schools in the effort.

The district is also sponsoring an open house event at all school sites on Friday, August 17, from noon until 3:00 p.m. The open house will give students and families the opportunity to meet principals, teachers and visit their classrooms.

Classes for SLPS students begin on Monday, August 20.