Back to School Bash 2016

Sat, 08/06/2016 - 9:47pm — Diane Dyer

2016 Back to School Bash was a huge success. A total of 422 (255 from the elementary and 167 from middle/high) students received free school supplies. The bash featured free swimming, food, and fun for kids along with getting their free school supplies.

"During the height of the B2SB, it was very humbling to consider how volunteers and the Morgantown Mission carry this benefit from start to finish. The school supply drive and distribution rely solely on volunteers and donations, and the Butler County community should be so proud of the results of the efforts of so many," said Melissa Glass, Butler County Family Resource Center Coordinator.

Stuff the Van was a cooperative effort of the Morgantown Mission, the Butler County Family Resource Center, and The New Q-101.5 WLBQ. On Friday, July 15th, vans were parked at Family Dollar and Dollar General Market in Morgantown, and shoppers were encouraged to stuff the vans with school supplies for local students. Tony Rose, a DJ with WDNS 93.3 FM in Bowling Green, spearheads the Stuff the Bus campaign each year to gather school supplies for local schools. This year Stuff the Bus pledged to match any and all donations received by Stuff the Van in Butler County. Over 2,800 items were donated and matched.

"This was the first year we have incorporated the City Police and Sheriff Department as volunteers. Sheriff Scottie Ward sat in the sweltering heat and registered every 4th grader from MES. Captain Paul Burden stood with sweat dripping and handed out badges and coloring books to excited kids. Chief Taylor and his department were on site assisting and added such a positive presence for our students and families," added Glass.