AUGUST 2026: BACK TO SCHOOL
Help your family start the school year strong!
Tacoma–Pierce County Health DepartmentVaccines are free for children 0–18 years old at Washington healthcare providers and pharmacies that participate in the Vaccines for Children program.
St. Francis House Back-to-School ProgramOffers support to low-income families in our community, free of charge. Register as a client to participate. New clients will be able to shop the last week of August.
Back to school celebrations this year!
Back to the Bell August 15th from 12:00pm-4:00pm at Expedition Elementary
Health Services Free vaccines, sports physicals, and dental checks, August 17th & 18th from 12pm-4pm at Multicultural Child & Family Hope Center
Tri-Counties Back to School Bash August 22nd from 10am-3pm at City of Faith Christian Center
Stuff the Bus Block Party 2026August 25th from 2:30pm-5pm at Blix Elementary School
Back to School Giveaway Must register for the backpack giveaway, August 28th from 9am-12pm at Christ Episcopal Church
Tacoma Police Department's Kid's Health & Safety Fair 2026 August 29th from 10am-1pm at the Tacoma Dome