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Senator Parker Attends Kings Theatre's Back to School Party and Backpack Giveaway
August 17, 2023
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Brooklyn, NY – State Senator Kevin Parker, a steadfast advocate for education and community empowerment, joined the prestigious Kings Theatre for its highly anticipated Third Annual Back to School Party and Backpack Giveaway on Wednesday, August 16. The event, held in partnership with NYC Councilmember Rita Joseph, News 12, Optimum Network, KingsCares, Church Flatbush Alliance, Madison Square Boys & Girls Club, and Warner Bros. Discovery, provided students with essential school supplies to ensure they are well equipped for the upcoming school year.
The Third Annual Back to School Party and Backpack Giveaway event witnessed an enthusiastic turnout as community leaders, residents, and dedicated volunteers came together to support this noble cause. The vibrant atmosphere was filled with positivity and goodwill as students and their families received backpacks filled with essential school supplies such as notebooks, pencils, calculators, and more.
Senator Parker emphasized the role of community support, collaboration, and empowerment in unlocking the full potential of our youth. "Attending the King's Theatre annual back-to-school giveaway is more than just an event for me. It's a meaningful opportunity to invest in the future of our community's students. It fills me with joy to see the smiles on their faces and provide them with the tools they need to succeed in education, stated Senator Parker. "Together, we can ensure that every child has equal access to quality education and a brighter tomorrow."
About State Senator Kevin Parker
Senator Kevin S. Parker is intimately familiar with the needs of his ethnically diverse Brooklyn district comprising sections of Flatbush, East Flatbush, Kensington, Ditmas Park, Midwood, Flatlands, Canarsie, Georgetown, Old Mill Basin, Mill Basin, Marine Park, and Bergen Beach. A lifelong Brooklyn resident, Senator Parker is the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee and a member of several other Senate committees including Finance, Rules, Banks, Internet and Technology, as well as Budget and Revenue.
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