(West Plains, MO) The West Plains Schools Bridges Program hosted it’s 8th Annual Bridges Back to School Bash & Health Fair on Saturday. Organizer Cyndi Wright reported that 650 kids were pre-registered for the event in which kids receive school supplies as well as personal care items.
The Bridges program is designed to bridge the gap between need and education. The Bridges program is a community-based organization designed to help meet students’ needs in the West Plains School District and the surrounding rural schools, leading to children being able to focus on their education.
The goals of The Bridges Program is to:
– Provide the support needed for students to attain high-quality educations
– Foster independence
– Teach wise decision making
– Teach personal and educational goal setting
What can Bridges provide for students?
– Food
– Hygiene Items
– School Supplies
– Clothing
– Shoes
– Other Items As Needed
Bridges Gladly accept donations of:
– Hygiene Products
– School Supplies
– Food
Due to limited storage space, we are accepting only new shoes & clothing items.
Donations can be made in several ways:
– Items may be donated by calling Cyndi Wright, Bridges Coordinator, at 417-256-6150 ext. 4306 or cyndi.wright@zizzers.org
– Donations may also be made through the West Plains Education Foundation. Checks should be earmarked for the Bridges Program.
Attention: Bridges Program
602 East Olden
West Plains, Mo 65775
Serving West Plains, Fairview, Glenwood, Howell Valley, Junction Hill, and Richards students.
