Video: School Counselors, Administrators Meet Junior Auxiliary Members Who Help Throughout The Year

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – School administrators and counselors had an opportunity to meet the ladies who help many students and their families throughout the year.
The Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo held its annual “School Aid” luncheon.  Administrators and counselors from Tupelo, Lee County and Nettleton Schools met at Saint James Catholic Church.

It was a chance for the school personnel to learn about the many programs the Tupelo Junior  Auxiliary has for needy children.

Also it gave everyone an opportunity to meet face to face and share stories.

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“They know the children and they know how to get in touch with us, and when there’s a need we definitely want to help in any capacity we can,” said Karen Alvarez, School Aid Chairman, with the Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo.

“Sometimes our circles get small in our own lives and this right here in our home and our community, there’s a big need, a big need,” said Casey Knight, Clothes Closet Chairman, with the Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo.

The Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo serves nearly 400 children each year throughout the area.