Children Receive Free School Supplies at Back2School Jam by Kimberly Cooper - City News Group, Inc.
View Upcoming Events View Your Local Sales

Community Calendar

JULY
S M T W T F S
28 29 30 01 02 03 04
05 06 07 08 09 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31 01
View Events
Submit Events

Children Receive Free School Supplies at Back2School Jam

By Kimberly Cooper, Community Writer
August 14, 2013 at 09:45pm. Views: 66

Kids gathered recently at Sylvan Park for gifts, but not because it was Christmas. The City of Redlands hosted its Back2School Jam, where kids in kindergarten through third grade were given bicycles and backpacks full of school supplies. Members of the Redlands Police Department, Redlands Fire Department, Micah House and various other local businesses, churches, community groups and City and County agencies helped give away the supplies, donated by the University of Redlands, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 3. Families were joined by infamous pirate Captain Jack Sparrow of Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” film series fame, as well as Disney characters Tinker Bell and Snow White, and they enjoyed free food, refreshments and music, to boot. Activity booths sprawled across Sylvan Park, where kids learned balloon-figure making and jumped in blow-up castles. The Redlands Police and Fire Departments performed a rodeo show to explain how to ride bikes to and from school safely. A bicycle raffle gave away 25 bicycles. The Back2School Jam was held in conjunction with the Redlands Community Cleanup day, which ran from 8 a.m. to noon on Aug. 2. Neighborhood cleanup locations included Post Street and Brockton Avenue, Cook Street and Cero Court, The Terrace, Citrus Avenue and Kaye Court and Second Baptist church on the 400 block of East Stuart Street. Each child or teen who participated in the cleanup efforts received a free backpack and school supplies. Redlands police officer and event coordinator Elyzabeth Green said, “I wanted to do something for the children of this community by motivating them and giving away school supplies and everything else they need before their first day of school. It is important to keep our children motivated so they can do and be great, as well as stay focused,” she said. Children in the Redlands Unified School District began their 2013–2014 school year on Aug. 14.

Related Articles

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Sadie Collins, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 648

Volunteers prepare comfort items for cancer patients as part of a community outreach effort supporting individuals and families throughout their treatment journey.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT for City News Group.

By Stella Pierce, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 617

Workers prepare customer orders inside a modern Inland Empire distribution center, one of several industries expanding seasonal hiring throughout the region this summer.

Photo Courtesy of: City News Group AI generated image

By William Cortez, Community Writer

May 6, 2026 at 01:50pm. Views: 607

Researchers examine food samples and data as part of a community nutrition and public health study.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Paige Sullivan, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 657

A family meets an adoptable dog with the assistance of an Animal Services employee, highlighting the important role local shelters play in finding loving homes for pets while promoting responsible pet ownership.

Photo Courtesy of: sbcityecondev

By Sadie Collins, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 666

A dispatch workstation inside the new Valley Communications Center showcases the advanced technology used by emergency communications professionals to coordinate police, fire, and emergency medical responses across the San Bernardino region.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Grant Ellison, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 740

Shoppers browse fresh produce, locally made goods, and artisan products during the weekly Court Street Farmers Market, supporting local farmers, small businesses, and the continued revitalization of downtown San Bernardino.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Evan Hollis, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 607

Children cool off at a city splash pad while families enjoy shaded recreation areas during a hot summer day, highlighting San Bernardino's efforts to provide safe places for residents to beat the heat.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Caleb Monroe, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 719

Participants in the Redlands Emergency Services Academy receive hands-on instruction from firefighters as they explore careers in public safety.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Brooke Langley, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 741

Volunteers assist residents in repairing household items during a community Repair Café, helping extend the life of everyday belongings instead of sending them to landfills.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Vanessa Hart, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 811

Shoppers browse fresh produce and locally made goods during the Downtown Morning Market, supporting regional farmers and small businesses.

Photo Courtesy of: University of Redlands

By University of Redlands, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 689

The University of Redlands entrance welcomes students, faculty, and visitors as the institution begins a new chapter following its historic merger with Woodbury University.

Photo Courtesy of: AI-generated by ChatGPT

By Paige Sullivan, Community Writer

July 15, 2026 at 12:29pm. Views: 675

Summer fun begins with safety first. Families who practice swimming skills together help children gain confidence while creating lasting memories in and around the water.

--> -->