Clayton County to host back-to-school convocation | Events

JONESBORO, Ga. -- Clayton County Public Schools will host a back-to-school convocation event this week.

Superintendent Dr. Edmond Heatley will address the convocation crowd beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 10. The event will last for roughly two hours and will also include a school supply giveaway.

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All supplies were donated by customers of local Chick-fil-A and Dwarf House restaurants. School representatives will get the opportunity to "shop" for them after Dr. Heatley's speech.

Convocation will be held at Tara Stadium on Battle Creek Road in Jonesboro.

Monday, Aug. 13 is the first day of school in Clayton County.