July 11, 2025

Caddo Parish Hosts School Supply Giveaway for Local Students

News Summary

The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is hosting a supply giveaway event for students, providing backpacks and school supplies to ease back-to-school costs.

Shreveport – The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is set to host a supply giveaway event aimed at supporting local students as they prepare for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. This event will take place on Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Sheriff’s Safety Town, located at 8910 Jewella Ave, Shreveport, Louisiana.

Attendees can take advantage of the opportunity to receive free backpacks, essential school supplies, and haircuts. With limited supplies available, it is recommended that families arrive early to ensure they receive the items they need. The event is open to students from the entire Shreveport-Bossier area, emphasizing inclusivity for local families.

The giveaway is part of a broader initiative to ease the financial burden families face as the school year begins. The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office believes that providing students with the necessary supplies not only readies them for the classroom but also boosts their confidence, setting them up for success in their educational journey.

This supply giveaway comes at a crucial time as school starts in just two weeks for students in the Shreveport and Bossier areas. According to local officials, parents can check their child’s school website for specific school supply lists and information regarding open house events.

Financial statistics surrounding back-to-school shopping paint a clear picture of the pressures families experience. This year, the average spending on school supplies is projected to reach approximately $874.68, which includes clothing, shoes, electronics, and other necessary items. The back-to-school spending in 2023 has peaked at a record high of over $890, underscoring the rising costs associated with preparing children for school. Just for school supplies alone, families are expected to spend a little over $140.

School supply lists have seen a significant evolution over the years. For example, students entering the first grade at A.C. Steere are required to bring specific items such as Quart Size Ziplock bags for girls and Gallon Size Ziplock bags for boys. Optional items like Clorox wipes and paper towels are also encouraged. A comparison with historical school supply lists reveals an interesting shift; products once deemed essential, such as rubber cement, floppy disks, erasable pens, and liquid paper, are no longer required as technology and educational needs have advanced.

This supply giveaway initiative is sponsored by Red River Chevrolet and Bossier Federal Credit Union, highlighting community partnerships aimed at enhancing the educational experience for local students. The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is excited to provide this service and looks forward to seeing families at the event, promoting preparedness for the school year ahead.

With just a few days left before the academic year kicks off, this event aims to offer a helping hand to local families and ensure that students are equipped for the challenges of the educational environment.