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We need donations of fully loaded backpacks with school supplies as required by the Prince George’s County School system no later than Saturday, August 22, 2026.
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Help us prepare students in our community for a successful school year!
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We are accepting donations of new backpacks and essential school supplies. Please see the attached flyer for the complete list of requested supplies.
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Every donation, large or small, will help a student begin the school year feeling prepared, confident, and supported.
Donation Drop-off Schedule
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Saturday, 8/15 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Saturday, 8/22 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
List of Prince George's County Schools
BACK-TO-SCHOOL BACKPACK & SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE
Prince George's County Public Schools
School Supplies List
Clear Backpacks
Required for grades 9–12 and Non-Traditional Programs (North, South, and Middle). Students may carry a small, non-clear pouch for personal items.
Clear backpack policy for middle school students in grades 6–8 is determined by each school.
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Find your school: School Websites
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View general supplies list: Basic Supplies
Example of a clear backpack:
Elementary School Supplies
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Backpack
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Composition books (wide ruled)
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Plastic school box
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Glue sticks
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#2 pencils
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Crayons
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Scissors
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Facial tissues
Intermediate Grades School Supplies
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Clear backpack *
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Clear backpack policy for middle school students in grades 6-8 is determined on a school-by-school basis.
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Ruler
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Protractor
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College ruled notebook paper
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highlighters
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book covers
Secondary School Supplies
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Clear backpack *
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Three-inch, three-ring binder
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Subject dividers
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Loose-leaf notebook paper (college ruled)
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Composition books (college ruled)
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Blue or black ballpoint pens
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#2 pencils
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Colored pencils
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Highlighters
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Ruler
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Book Covers


Email: program.services@gbcdci.org
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