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- Back to School
Back-to-school resources and information including policy changes, new delayed start time, and meal pricing.
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- Leadership
Competitive sports in grades 6-8 and expanded career and technical education opportunities among the new additions
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- Back to School
- Events
School and community resources will be on-site for students and families. Free backpack and school supplies for Five Star District K-12 families (while supplies last).
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- Nutrition
- Resources
USDA waivers for free school meals were not extended; Families must apply to receive benefits for the 2022-2023 school year.
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- Career & Tech Ed
- Community
Students at FutureForward at Washington Square are building the first of five tiny homes to house young people that are aging out of the foster care system and have nowhere else to go.
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