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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade County hosts back-to-school supply distribution events

Miami-Dade County students received free backpacks and school supplies during community events held on Wednesday. These events were organized to assist students as they prepare for the start of the school year on Thursday.

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Why It Matters

The distribution of school supplies provides tangible resources to students in the district ahead of the first day of classes.

Key Facts

  • Miami-Dade County students received free backpacks and school supplies on Wednesday.
  • The school year for Miami-Dade County students officially begins on Thursday.
  • The events included meet-and-greet opportunities for students across the district.

Who's Mentioned

personRafael Rosado“Miami Commissioner who participated in the back-to-school events.”organizationMiami-Dade Public Schools“The school district organizing the events and addressing immigration impacts.”personJose Dotres“Miami-Dade Superintendent addressing the impact of TPS expiration.”personRachel Ruiz“Teacher at Bowman Ashe/Doolin Academy.”locationMiami-Dade County“The jurisdiction where the school supply events took place.”locationAuburndale Elementary“Site of a backpack distribution event.”locationBowman Ashe/Doolin K-8 Academy“Site of a school event showcasing the STARTs program.”