Lee County School District has partnered with the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades to support students in need through the United Way School Resource Center. The program launched in 2020 to provide clothing, hygiene items, and school supplies to children facing financial hardship. Senior Program Manager Edelyn Castellon explains.

“We have seen students [advocating] for themselves. We’ve seen parents relieved at the fact that they can send their students to school with the items they need—not just what they want, but what they need. So overall, we’re looking to find it a more satisfying school year for the students, as opposed to gut-wrenching.”

The logistics are simple. Students can speak with key staff members to share their needs. The staff members then request the items from the

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