City of Monroe Back-to-School Drive Donates School Supplies to Monroe City Schools

MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– The Monroe Fire Department and Monroe Police Department have successfully concluded their annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, delivering a large collection of school supplies to Monroe City Schools. According to officials, the donations were officially presented during a press briefing held yesterday at the Public Safety Center, with Dr. Harrington Watson and Dr. Brian Bush accepting the contributions on behalf of Monroe City Schools.

The Monroe Police Department and Fire Department Unions worked together to make the donations possible, demonstrating their constant dedication to helping the community. According to officials, the collected supplies will be made available at the Monroe School Board Central Office, where they will be dispersed to families in need throughout the school year.

The Monroe Fire and Police Departments have once again demonstrated what it means to serve our community. By helping our students start the school year equipped and ready to learn, they are making an investment in our future. I am proud of their commitment to our children and our city.

Mayor Friday Ellis

For more information, contact the Monroe City School Board Central Office at 318-325-0601.