The Cass County Democratic Party will be sponsoring its Fifth Annual School Supply Drive for the children of Cass County. Sherry Toelle, Cass County Democratic Party Chair, says in years past, County Democrats have donated to each of the three school districts in the county. Suggested items include, but are not limited to, backpacks, notebooks, filler paper, pencils and pens, pencil cases, portfolios, erasers, highlighters, and other supplies that students will require to have a more successful school year.

Toelle said “We are sponsoring this school supply drive but it is a non-partisan event. You don’t have to be a Democrat to donate OR to receive school supplies. It is something that we, as Democrats, feel is important for the betterment of our children. Not all families can easily afford the many supplies needed to start off the school year. This makes it easier for all students to begin the year on an equal footing with their fellow students.”

Donated items can be dropped off at the Cass County Democratic Party’s Fair Booth from July 22nd through the 25th, or at its AtlanticFest booth on August 13th, or at Toelle’s home at 10 East 13th Street in Atlantic. Supplies will then be distributed the week of August 15th.