SOUTHERN NEVADA (KTNV) — It's that time of the year again! Back-to-school season is here.
From free school supplies to free dental care, get ahead of the upcoming semester with these events around Southern Nevada.
Whitney Library Back to School SLIME Week
The final SLIME Week is coming to the Library District on Aug. 12. This will be a free event at Whitney Library which will feature arts and crafts, free backpacks and school supplies, and a chance for kids to slime their favorite librarians.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Monday, Aug. 12 | 3 p.m. | Whitney Library, 5175 East Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89122
13 Connects Teacher Drive
Looking to help out teachers this coming school year? 13 Connects has you covered with the Give To Teachers Drive!
Lee’s Family Forum Back-To-School Bash
Lee’s Family Forum and the Henderson Police Department are holding their annual Back-to-School Bash on July 25. Students in grades K-12 can fill their backpacks with free school supplies.
In addition to school supplies, there will also be games and activities – and teams like the Henderson Silver Knights, Vegas Knight Hawks, Vegas Thrill, and the Las Vegas Desert Dogs.
Students must be present to receive school supplies.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Thursday, July 25 | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Lee’s Family Forum, 200 South Green Valley Parkway, Henderson, NV 89012
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LVMPD Foundation's Back-To-School Initiative
Be on the lookout for an LVMPD officer carrying a backpack full of school supplies! Starting July 25, the LVMPD Foundation is equipping officers with 1,000 backpacks of school supplies to hand out to students across the Las Vegas Valley.
Metro officers said they are distributing backpacks in the areas they serve, focusing on high-service areas.
There will be two events: A "Pack the Backpacks" event and the distribution event.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Thursday, July 25 | 8 a.m. | Walmart Garden Center, 201 North Nellis Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89115 (Pack the Backpacks)
- Thursday, July 25 | 10 a.m. | Mezzo Apartments, 3770 University Center, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (Backpack Distribution)
Cox Back-To-School Fairs
Cox Communications is holding free back-to-school fairs that offer backpacks and school supplies for students 18 and under on July 13, July 20, July 27 and Aug. 3 while supplies last. Free and low-cost immunizations will also be offered by Smith’s and First-Person Care Clinic on July 20 and Aug. 3.
The fairs will also include opportunities for parents and students to meet with school representatives to have questions answered on registration, learning opportunities, and enrollment.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Saturday, July 13 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Galleria at Sunset, 1300 West Sunset Road, Henderson, NV 89014
- Saturday, July 20 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | The Boulevard Mall, 3528 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89169
- Saturday, July 27 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Downtown Summerlin, 2025 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89135
- Saturday, Aug. 3 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Meadows Mall, 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89107
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Clark County Free Back-To-School Fair
Clark County is offering free school supplies and backpacks for children in kindergarten through sixth grade at two back-to-school fairs on July 29 and July 30.
Students must be present to receive school supplies.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Monday, July 29 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Walnut Community Center, 3075 North Walnut Road, Las Vegas, NV 89115
- Tuesday, July 30 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Pearson Community Center, 1625 West Carey Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
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Desert Breeze Community Center
There will be two back-to-school events at the Desert Breeze Community Center on Aug. 2 and Aug. 3. The first is for teachers, and the second one is for students.
The Aug. 2 event is providing free school supplies to 400 teachers at Title 1-designated schools. Lakeshore Learning is also giving teachers totes and coupons. Teachers must register in order to participate.
Students will be able to receive free school supplies as well as enjoy fun activities like sports, a photo booth, and ice cream at the Aug. 3 event. Vaccines, health screenings, and haircuts will also be made available for students.
Students must be present to receive school supplies.
Pre-registration for the Aug. 3 event is required. You can do so by clicking this link here.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Friday, Aug. 2 | 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Desert Breeze Community Center, 8275 Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, NV 89117
- Saturday, Aug. 3 | 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Desert Breeze Community Center, 8275 Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, NV 89117
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Nevada Treasury Back-To-School Fair
The Nevada Treasury and their partners are hosting a back-to-school fair at Rancho High School on Aug. 2. The event is free and provides students with supplies and resources for the upcoming school year.
Deputy Treasurer Dr. Tya Mathis-Coleman said:
“We want to be able to give students and their families the resources they need in order to have a successful school year. In addition to providing students with essential back-to-school supplies, students will also have the opportunity to access needed services all in one place, such as free immunizations, vision screenings, and haircuts.”
Students will be able to receive a free backpack and lunchbox while supplies last. There will also be fun activities such as face paintings, games, ice cream and giveaways.
A raffle with more than $1,000 worth of prizes will also take place, and the agency said information on around 529 college savings accounts will be available for parents wanting to know more on how to save for their child's future education.
For more information, visit the Nevada Treasury's website by clicking the link here.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Friday, Aug. 2 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Rancho High School, 1900 Searles Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89101
North Las Vegas Back-To-School Giveaway
The City of North Las Vegas is holding a back-to-school giveaway on Aug. 3. The event will give students free school supplies and haircuts. Families can also utilize community resources and enjoy music and food trucks.
Students must be present to receive supplies.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Saturday, Aug. 3 | 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Neighborhood Recreation Center, 1638 North Bruce Street, North Las Vegas, NV 89030
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Nevada Homes for Youth Back-To-School Drive
The nonprofit Nevada Homes for Youth is sponsoring a back-to-school drive on Aug. 3 that will offer free school supplies like backpacks, binders, markers and more for students. Offerings will continue until they run out.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Saturday, Aug. 3 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Nevada Homes for Youth, 525 South 13th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Delta Academy Barbers and Backpacks
Delta Academy is holding their Barbers and Backpacks event on Aug. 5 for their students to receive free backpacks, school supplies, and haircuts.
Backpacks and school supplies are being provided by the Summerlin Rotary Club, and haircuts will be provided by the Expertise Cosmetology Institute.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Monday, Aug. 5 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Delta Academy, 818 West Brooks Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Liberty Dental and Future Smiles Free Dentalcare
Liberty Dental Plan and Future Smiles are partnering to offer uninsured Clark County students free dental care for Children’s Dental Day on Aug. 7. The event includes free dental screenings, fluoride varnish applications, select emergency services, and other oral health services.
This is only applicable for Clark County School District students, ages 0-20 years.
Call (702) 799-1204 to schedule an appointment.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 7:50 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) Dental Wellness Center, 5630 Coley Street, Las Vegas, NV 89146
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