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Hartford Public Schools hosts back to school giveaway, vaccine clinic

The giveaway will include free backpacks and school supplies, ice cream, and a chance for students and parents to get vaccinated
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HARTFORD, Conn. — As parents and students get ready for the upcoming school year, Hartford Public Schools will be holding a back-to-school giveaway as well as a chance for students and parents to get vaccinated.

The giveaway will include free backpacks and school supplies, ice cream, and more.

The event will take place August 17 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. and eligible parents, guardians, and students will also be able to get a COVID-19 vaccination. 

The giveaway will be held at five locations:

  • Breakthrough Magnet School South | 290 Brookfield Street, Hartford
  • Hartford Public High School | 55 Forest Street, Hartford
  • M.D. Fox School | 470 Maple Avenue, Hartford
  • Weaver High School | 415 Granby Street, Hartford
  • Wish Museum School | 350 Barbour Street, Hartford

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