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The Rachel Quinn Children’s Foundation Donates Backpacks and Supplies

The Rachel Quinn Children's Foundation Donates Backpacks and Supplies to Lawrence Road Middle School 6th Graders During Family Orientation

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The Rachel Quinn Children’s Foundation Donates Backpacks and Supplies to Lawrence Road Middle School 6th Graders During Family Orientation

Hempstead, NY (August 2023) - Lawrence Road Middle School welcomed its incoming 6th grade students and their families to a special family orientation event, where they were pleasantly surprised by the generous donation of backpacks and school supplies from The Rachel Quinn Children’s Foundation. The event took place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and was aimed at fostering a positive start to the academic year for these young scholars.

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The initiative, led by The Rachel Quinn Children’s Foundation, sought to support the educational enrichment and overall well-being of children on Long Island. Families of Lawrence Road Middle School's 6th graders had the opportunity to benefit from this gesture of goodwill during the orientation event. The foundation's commitment to nurturing young minds was displayed as school officials and dedicated volunteers handed over the backpacks and school supplies to the excited 6th graders and their families.

The scene was heartwarming as students and their families entered and exited the orientation together, each child proudly carrying their new backpacks, a symbol of the community's dedication to their education. The foundation's contribution resonated with the spirit of collaboration between local institutions and organizations that strive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young students.

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The event was hosted at Lawrence Road Middle School's premises, located at 50 Lawrence Rd, Hempstead, NY 11550. The collaborative efforts between the school and the foundation exemplified the power of community support in nurturing the growth and development of scholars.

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