submitted by Dianne Hosterman
Requests for backpacks are running far ahead of previous years with a month yet to go before school opens. Sign-up sheets are still available at the HACA Food Pantry at 26 John Street, as well as all HACA churches, Hoosick Falls Central School and St. Mary’s Academy. Requests will be filled after August 1 as supplies are received in order that families can plan for any special back to school needs.
Items in short supply include: backpacks, 3 ring 1 in. binders, glue bottles, composition books, pink and pencil top erasers, dry erase markers, pencil cases, scissors, single subject spiral notebooks, and loose leaf paper.
Monetary contributions are appreciated as they enable us to purchase backpacks and other specifically needed items. A donation of $25 provides a fully stocked, age appropriate back pack. Contributions may be sent to HACA, PO Box #1, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090.