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

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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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