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United Way describes weekend backpack and 'Success Closet' feeding and clothing students
Summary
United Way program coordinator Valerie Hallberg told the school board that the weekend backpack program serves about 608 Austin Public Schools students weekly (preK–8) and projected roughly 26,000 food bags by May; United Way also described a Success Closet providing winter wear and personal items to students in need.
United Way representatives presented the district’s weekend backpack program and a companion Success Closet at the Oct. 13 Austin Public Schools board meeting. Valerie Hallberg, identified as United Way program coordinator, said the program started in 2013, serves Austin Public Schools and partner districts, and currently serves 608 students…
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