Roselle Mayor Announces Launch of 'Return Safe to School Initiative' at Backpack Giveaway

Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw will launch the Return Safe to School Initiative during the annual Back to School Book Bag and Supplies Giveaway on Friday, August 29 at Bud Simmons Park. As part of Mayor Shaw's wellness campaign, community partners will distribute an array of information and resources as families prepare for the back-to-school season.

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Community Resources at the Event

The initiative brings together multiple community partners to support family wellness and school readiness. Recreation Director D'Nean Wynn explained the resources available at the event: "We're going to have different resource tables for students and families to get information about things surrounding school safety, such as bullying. We have the Union County Health Department doing blood level screenings, we have someone from Prevention Links coming out to talk about drug awareness as well. The police department will be out there with a resource table as well."

Health and Safety Focus

The event includes health screenings and prevention education alongside school supplies. Union County Health Department representatives will conduct blood level screenings. Prevention Links will provide drug awareness education. The Roselle Police Department will staff a resource table focused on school safety.

Creating a Smooth Transition

Wynn expressed that the initiative aims to help families transition smoothly into the new school year. "In addition to getting book bags, we want to make it a great experience," Wynn said. "So that parents can be prepared with the right information to feel comfortable sending their kids to school for this upcoming year."

Event Details

The giveaway will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bud Simmons Park while supplies last. Participation is limited to Roselle residents. Families are encouraged to arrive early to ensure availability of book bags and supplies.

Mayor Shaw's Wellness Campaign

This event reflects Mayor Shaw's broader wellness initiative, positioning the city to support families during key transitions and community health moments. The multi-partner approach demonstrates coordination across municipal, county, and nonprofit resources.

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FAQ

Q: Where can I get free school supplies in Roselle?
A: Roselle's Back to School Book Bag and Supplies Giveaway is August 29, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Bud Simmons Park. Supplies are free for Roselle residents while available.

Q: What resources will be available at the Roselle back-to-school event?
A: The event includes book bags, school supplies, health screenings, school safety information, bullying prevention resources, drug awareness education, and police department resources.

Q: Who is organizing the Roselle back-to-school giveaway?
A: Mayor Donald Shaw is launching the Return Safe to School Initiative. The Roselle Recreation Department, Union County Health Department, Prevention Links, and Roselle Police Department are partners.

Q: What is the Return Safe to School Initiative?
A: It is Mayor Shaw's wellness campaign focused on supporting families during the school transition with resources on safety, health, and community support.

Q: Who can attend the Roselle back-to-school event?
A: The event is for Roselle residents only. Families are encouraged to arrive early while supplies last.

Q: Will health screenings be available?
A: Yes. The Union County Health Department will conduct blood level screenings at the event.

Q: What is Prevention Links?
A: Prevention Links is a community organization providing drug awareness and prevention education. A representative will provide resources at the event.

Q: When should I arrive to get book bags?
A: The event runs 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Arriving early is recommended to ensure availability of book bags and supplies.