Annually the Jefferson County Education Committee hosts the Jefferson County Back-to-School Fair. It is designed to provide free school supplies to registered low income verified children that attend Jefferson County School Districts. Each registered child receives a backpack, age and school approved school supplies, hearing and vision screening tests, a haircut, healthy snacks, books, health and
wellness screenings, as well as information regarding school lunch programs, insurance, and much more. All of these services are provided at no cost to the children and families. In 2013 the fair served 600 children and in 2014 we expect the demand to be even higher. For registration information please contact DRA at 636-931-7696 or Jefferson Franklin Community Action at 636-789-2686. This year's fair will be held on August 1 at the Jefferson College Field House in Hillsboro, Missouri. We are looking for donors and have sponsorship opportunities available. For more information please contact Samantha at 636-931-7696, ext 136. Fundraising for this event occurs year round. Please call to get involved and check back often to see what fundraising events are coming.