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Ressie Jeffries Elementary School Backpack Buddies food drive gathers 9000 items for local families

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4 years ago

December 23, 2021

The Backpack Buddy program at Ressie Jeffries provides families free groceries for weekends and school breaks.

In the spirit of giving, Ressie Jeffries Elementary decided to host a food drive for Backpack Buddies. Parents and students were informed less than 2 weeks ago, but the amount of donated food and money has been astonishing!

Principal Nina Helmick and Guidance Counselor Kristen Frankel share the experience with us.

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