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This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) and curated for The Midland readers.

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This story was reported by Gabriella Meza at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC).

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First 600 students to get free backpacks at IDEA school supply giveaway

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Gabriella Meza, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

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A back-to-school event is planned in the Permian Basin. IDEA Public Schools will host a backpack giveaway at its new campus, IDEA Henry Academy and College Preparatory. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1.

Free backpacks will be given to the first 600 students who attend. Further details about the giveaway can be found through IDEA Public Schools in the Permian Basin or local news sources such as KMID ABC Big 2.

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Category: schools · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Gabriella Meza, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
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Source published	Jul 23, 2026
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First 600 students to get free backpacks at IDEA school supply giveaway

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