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Its Back To School Time, who's ready?

Back To School Season kicks off every year and I'm still not convinced who is excited about it. Kids know their summer fun is wrapping up, parents know their bank accounts are about to take a hit, and teachers know their vacations are almost over. The good news is that our children have a chance to make a difference in their lives and move on in hopes of having successful beginnings.

The Back To School season kicked off for Zappos.com in the Zappos Outlet Store (I-65, Exit 116) a few weeks ago. The outlet team is having a school supply and shoe drive. Employees and customers can give to the drive and received discounts and chances to win great prizes. More importantly, the collections go to families in need throughout Bullitt County.

On Wednesday August 6, 2008, Zappos.com announced its partnership with Bullitt County Public School Systems. Zappos Outlet Store gave 20 children two pairs of shoes and a back pack filled with school supplies. After the children had their "Christmas in August" surprise, Zappos.com had another surprise. Zappos.com will donate $30,000 to BCPS. The money given in two installments can be used for programs that will benefit every student. For example, new computer lab, new playground, new facility upgrades, but has to be a benefit used by every student. The donation will be placed in a fund and the individual schools can prepare a request for an amount up to $5000.

In addition, Zappos.com employees will work with the BCPS, to help mentor and support the students. Plans are still being worked out, but basically the school system is asking the Zappos.com employees to help in areas of math, reading, and showing an interest in the local kids.

I'm very excited to see how many lives we can touch with this partnership. As a kid, I was actually a math nerd so bring the students my way; I would love to help students learn to love school and find the next TammyTV.

Check out the video from the event here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzDqBsQg3A

Thanks for making a difference!

With much respect,

TammyTV