The Hays County Health Department’s Back-To-School Fair was a big success, with more than 300 students receiving backpacks full of school supplies, as well as many other treats and snacks to celebrate the new school year.
On August 5, 35 vendors and community partners provided games, giveaways and health resources at the Election Center, located at 120 Stagecoach Trail.
Vaccinations (a total of 79 administered), vision screenings (96), hearing screenings (15) and mental wellness kits were among the services offered to students by local vendors, who also gave away diapers (362) and booster seats (110) to future students and their parents.
Hays County Pct. 2 Commissioner Dr. Michelle Cohen handed out ice cream and the San Marcos Police Department offered free hot dogs and chips.
“Each year, this fair has grown to provide more education and more resources. It’s a testament to the trust built and work done between the department and our partners and residents,” Matthew Gonzales, Hays County Health Department director, told the Daily Record earlier this year.
For students unable to attend the fair, the Hays County Health Department offers a mobile clinic which travels to underserved areas. The mobile clinic’s schedule can be tracked on hayscountytx. gov/vaccinations.
The Hays County Health Department’s 2025 Back to School Fair offered area students fun and games, as well as health services donated by area vendors. Photo courtesy of the Hays County Health Department.
