Families can get their kids ready to head back to the classroom by attending State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel and State Representative Natalie Manley’s Back to School Fair on July 26.

“It may be hard to believe, but the beginning of the school year is right around the corner,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “As a former teacher, I love hosting this event and seeing children get excited for the start of a new school year.”

The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 at Joliet West High School, in the cafeteria, located at 401 N. Larkin Ave. in Joliet. Loughran Cappel and Manley will be joined by community partners who will provide resources and supplies for students to use when they return to the classroom. Students in attendance can receive free school supplies at the fair and learn about a number of services offered by organizations in the community.

“This is a one-stop shop for parents and students to prepare for the upcoming school year and discover what services and resources are available to them,” said Loughran Cappel.

For more information on the Back to School Fair, people can call Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119.