Homeless Festival
Friday, August 12, 9-2 p.m., Salvation Army Corps Temple, 2740 Arsenal
The St. Louis Homeless Services are sponsoring this event. The purpose is to assist homeless families whose children attend St. Louis Public Schools and live in city shelters.
Family Festival
Saturday, August 13, Gateway Middle gym and cafeteria, 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Parents and children will have the opportunity to receive free educational resources and information about SLPS, the first day of school, registration information and helpful parental information. There will be free giveaways for students.
Student Rally
Wednesday, August 17, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Gateway Complex School
Students of the St. Louis Public School district are invited to this festive event promoting the first day of school. Superintendent Creg E. Williams will speak to students about the importance of attending school. There will also be entertainment from popular rap stars. Refreshments will be served.
Back to School Sunday
Sunday, August 21
Event: Superintendent Creg Williams will visit St. Matthew Catholic Church (9:30 a.m.) Mt. Zion Baptist Church (10 am) and St. Peter’s Lutheran, (11:15 a.m.) The purpose is to inspire the faith community about the importance of students starting school on Aug 22.
Parent Rally
Sunday, August 21 at Vashon High School, 2:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Event: Superintendent Creg Williams will be the keynote speaker. There will be performances from the Dello Thedford and the Gospel Symphonic Choir and the Friendly Temple Mass Choir. Jermaine Smith, a SLPS graduate, will perform. The interfaith program will be diverse and is primarily geared towards parents who have children in the SLPS.
