District reports back‑to‑school resource fair served more than 2,000 families

The Fairfield‑Suisun Unified School District presented highlights from its recent back‑to‑school resource fair during the Sept. 18 meeting, reporting that the event served more than 2,000 families and brought multiple community partners together to supply students with school materials and services.

Liz Terese, director of student and family services, reported the fair distributed 1,900 new backpacks with school supplies, facilitated about 125 vaccinations, 80 vision screenings and 60 free haircuts, and hosted 65 exhibitor booths. Terese recognized long‑standing partners and sponsors including St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, the Fairfield Police Department, the Fairfield Professional Firefighters Association, Valley Strong Credit Union, Wells Calla Injury Lawyers, and local barber shops that provided haircuts. A DJ from Suisun City helped run activities; the firefighters sponsored a foam party for students.

Why it matters: Terese said events like the fair remove barriers to school attendance and help students begin the year with essentials. The district credited volunteers and donors for making the event possible.

Board comment and recognition Trustees acknowledged the event and thanked staff and community partners. The superintendent and board president also recognized the effort and noted the district will continue to post information about family engagement events on its website.

Ending: The district will continue partnerships to replicate and expand resource‑fair offerings in future years.