Springfield schools to provide supplies to students for 4th year in a row

“Ensuring our students have the tools they need to succeed is critical as we quickly head toward the beginning of a new year,” said Superintendent Bob Hill. “By providing school supplies, the district is not only removing a significant financial burden from our families, but also ensuring that every child starts the school year on equal footing. This initiative saves families hundreds of dollars, allowing them to focus their attention on their children having a positive first day of school.”

The district has 5,400 students enrolled in grades kindergarten through eighth.

The first day of school for students in grades first through ninth is Aug. 14, for grades 10 through 12 is Aug. 15, and for kindergarten students is Aug. 16.