A free teacher supply store in Orange County was restocked on Thursday following a community supply drive

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — On Thursday, a free teacher-supply store in Orange County was replenished following a community-wide supply drive.

The program is dedicated to providing classroom materials to nearly 200 public school teachers, supporting their important work and making a positive difference in students’ learning experiences.

A Gift for Teaching reported that the drive provided a third of the supplies needed for the year. The nonprofit notes over 50% of students arrive on the first day without supplies.

“More than 50% of students arrive on the first day school without the supplies that they need and teachers tell us and they’re spending their own money,” a representative for A Gift for Teaching said.

“We want to make sure we can help alleviate some of that burden and make sure our students are set up for success.”