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They work tirelessly to ensure every child in the district has the <strong>physical, emotional, and intellectual support<\/strong> they need to thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TLC Back-to-School Drive: Investing in Our Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fall is around the corner, and with it comes the exciting (and sometimes stressful!) back-to-school season. TLC is hosting a <strong>Back-to-School Supply Drive<\/strong> to ensure every student has the essential tools they need to succeed in the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How You Can Make a Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By donating to the TLC Back-to-School Drive, you&#8217;re directly impacting the lives of Downey&#8217;s students. Your contribution, big or small, can help provide essential supplies like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pencils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notebooks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crayons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Backpacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calculators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Binders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regardless of size, every don<\/strong>ation <strong>brings us closer to our goal of equipping every student for success.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Here&#8217;s How You Can Help<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Donate new school supplies:<\/strong>&nbsp;Call TLC at (562) 904-3577 to coordinate a donation drop-off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make a financial contribution:<\/strong>&nbsp;A monetary donation allows TLC to purchase the specific supplies most in need. 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