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EPCC School Store event gets students ready for new school year
By Dave Burge at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The El Paso Community College (EPCC) Service-Learning Program held the 11th annual School Store this past week. This event has become a Borderland tradition and heralds the coming school year. About 1,200 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to students ...
Key takeaway About 1,200 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to students across El Paso city and county school districts.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The EPCC School Store event's impact extends beyond the immediate benefit of providing school supplies to students in need. By distributing over 1,200 backpacks, the event helps level the playing field for students across El Paso city and county school districts, ensuring they have the necessary tools to start the school year on an equal footing. This effort is particularly significant in a community where many families may struggle to afford basic school supplies. The fact that this event has become a Borderland tradition speaks to the enduring commitment of EPCC's Service-Learning Program to supporting local students and families. As the new school year begins, it will be worth watching how initiatives like the School Store event contribute to overall student success and retention rates in El Paso's schools. The event's success also highlights the importance of community partnerships in addressing the needs of local students.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The El Paso Community College (EPCC) Service-Learning Program held the 11th annual School Store this past week. This event has become a Borderland tradition and heralds the coming school year. About 1,200 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to students ...
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