RICHMOND – Throughout the summer, Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) facilities and probation and parole districts across the Commonwealth have participated in several back-to-school drives, helping children start the new school year off with necessary supplies.

“While returning to classes offers a fresh start for many families and children, it can be a financial burden on many families across the Commonwealth,” said VADOC Director Chad Dotson. “I am so proud of our corrections team across Virginia for easing the load on families and students with their generous donations.”

Below is a full breakdown highlighting the VADOC’s back-to-school donations:

Eastern Region

  • Brunswick CCAP held a school supply drive for Brunswick County Public Schools students.
  • District 42, Franklin, collected school supplies throughout August and donated them to S.P. Morton Elementary School in Franklin.
  • VADOC’s Eastern Regional Office and Deerfield Correctional Complex donated multiple boxes of backpacks to Capron Elementary School in Southampton County.
  • Greensville Correctional Center participated in a back-to-school drive at Totaro Elementary School’s annual open house in Lawrenceville.
  • Haynesville Correctional Center’s Healing Environment Committee held a back-to-school drive, collecting school supplies and donating them to five local schools.
  • Sussex I State Prison held a back-to-school drive for the children of fellow correctional team members.