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Back-to-School Supplies Cost More Than Ever | Kansas City News
School supply prices are soaring—up nearly 8%—double the inflation rate, with lunchboxes jumping 26%. Families are feeling the squeeze, but Lee’s Summit Social Services has been stepping in for over 30 years with a back-to-school supply drive that’s grown from a small table to serve 700+ kids last year. Each child gets a grade-tailored backpack, new clothes, and shoes—all thanks to community donations and grants. Demand has skyrocketed, reflecting how much more expensive school prep has become. Volunteers like Karen Taylor, who remembers shopping for supplies with her own kids, now help…
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