By BJ Austin, KERA News
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Dallas, TX – Saturday is the last day to "pre-register" for the Tarrant County Back to School Roundup next week. The event - August 12th at the Will Rogers complex -- provides free school supplies, shots, and health screenings.
Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley says the county's 20 school districts are participating in the event, and the need is great.
Whitley: You know we've got 48 percent of the kids within this area that are below the income level. In fact, I kinda did a double-take when I read that number.
This year, for the first time, free supplies are being offered to high school students.
Call 2-1-1 for more information.
Thursday, at Fair Park, the Dallas Mayor's Back to School Fair drew thousands of parents and kids.
Tarrant Back To School Website: http://www.backtoschoolroundup.org/