How to Get Help Supplying Students This School Year
As South Texas students head back to school, many families are once again feeling the financial pressure that comes with required school supplies. Between notebooks, backpacks, technology needs, and classroom fees, finding extra room in the budget isn’t always easy.
At Herrman & Herrman, we understand that education is one of the most important opportunities a child has to succeed. Every student deserves to start the school year prepared and confident—and no family should feel alone when help is available.
Below, we’ve gathered practical, current ways families can get assistance with school supplies, as well as opportunities to give back within our local communities.
Start Close to Home: Your School and District Resources
One of the best first steps is reaching out directly to your child’s school.
Many schools have family liaisons, guidance counselors, or campus administrators who are specifically tasked with helping families access school-related resources. These professionals often know about:
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School-based supply closets
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Local nonprofit partnerships
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Emergency assistance programs
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Ongoing support available throughout the school year
Opening this line of communication can be helpful not just at the start of the year, but whenever education-related expenses arise.
If you’d prefer to keep things more anonymous, contacting your school district’s main office is another excellent option. District staff can direct you to community programs or nonprofit organizations that provide assistance without requiring you to work directly through your child’s campus.
You can also call 211 at any time. This free service connects families to local resources for school supplies, food assistance, housing help, and more.
Giving Back: Donating School Supplies in South Texas
If you’re in a position to help others this school year, donating supplies can make a meaningful difference.
Even if back-to-school drives have already wrapped up, many organizations accept donations year-round to support students who experience unexpected needs during the school year.
If your budget allows, consider supporting local initiatives serving students in:
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Corpus Christi
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McAllen
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San Antonio
Every notebook, backpack, and pencil donated helps remove barriers to learning—and that’s something we’re proud to support.
If you know a family who could benefit from these resources, please share this post. Small acts of kindness can help ensure every student starts the year ready to succeed.
Back to School Safety: Protecting Kids on the Road
Back-to-school season also means a noticeable increase in traffic—especially during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times. With more cars on the road, accident risks rise.
That’s why safety matters more than ever.
Driving in School Zones
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Always obey posted school zone speed limits, especially when lights are flashing.
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Put your phone away—cell phone use is prohibited in active Texas school zones and fines can be costly.
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Watch carefully for children who may dart into the street unexpectedly.
Children often misjudge speed and distance, making extra caution essential.
Seatbelts Save Lives
No matter how excited kids are to get to school, everyone should remain seated and buckled until the vehicle is fully parked. A few extra seconds can prevent serious injuries.
Reduce Traffic When Possible
Carpooling, ridesharing, or using school buses can significantly reduce congestion and accident risks around campuses. Fewer cars on the road means safer conditions for everyone.
Why School Safety Still Matters
While schools are designed to be safe environments, children face real risks every day—from traffic accidents to bullying, peer pressure, and exposure to unsafe behaviors.
Open communication with your children is key:
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Talk about bullying and encourage reporting concerns to trusted adults.
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Discuss peer pressure and making safe choices.
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Set healthy boundaries around technology and social media use.
Being proactive can help prevent harm before it occurs.
School Bus and Pedestrian Safety
Texas roads see thousands of school buses transporting millions of children daily. Motorists must stop for buses with flashing red lights—failure to do so can result in heavy fines and serious consequences.
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Stand well back from buses
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Wait for the driver’s signal before crossing
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Stay visible and alert at all times
Drivers should never tailgate buses or attempt to pass when stopped.
Accidents Increase as Days Get Shorter
As the school year progresses, reduced daylight and changing weather conditions increase accident risks. Morning drop-offs and after-school activities may happen in low-light conditions, making visibility even more important.
Safe driving habits now protect children, families, and entire communities throughout the year.
When an Accident Happens
If your child is injured in a school-zone or traffic-related accident caused by another driver’s negligence, it’s important to understand your legal options.
An experienced Corpus Christi car accident lawyer can review the details of your case and help you protect your child’s rights and future.
At Herrman & Herrman, we’re committed to helping South Texas families—on the road, in school, and beyond.
CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
