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Camp Coach Rhodes back to school drive coming to Kings Mountain Aug. 8 By Alan Hodge School will be starting soon and returning students will be needing scads of supplies and accessories for the classroom. Unfortunately, too many kids will be short of those necessities, and that’s where Coach Keith Rhodes and his annual back to school supplies drive will be stepping in to help. This year marks the 16th one that Rhodes has held a drive that not only gives students material items such as notepads, bookbags, pencils, pens, art supplies, and that sort of thing, but also provides haircuts, nail manicures, a nice meal, and uplifting dialogue. This year’s event will take place August 8 from 10am-2pm at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 220 N. Watterson St., Kings Mtn. Coach Rhodes, who lifted himself up from a challenging childhood in a single parent home and went on to become a respected educator and athlete, explained the primary purpose of the day. “For students to be successful they have to walk into class ready for the school year,” he said. “Many parents are unable
There will be plenty of food for families at the event. (Photos provided) Coach Keith Rhodes address folks at last year’s event. to afford all the supplies and other things they need to do so. The event will make sure the kids get what they need.” Rhodes outlined the core principles of the endeavor. “’The three pillars the event is built on include education, motivation, and encouragement,” he said. “These will make sure kids feel good about themselves and it empowers them to become successful in life.” Camp Coach Rhodes has
This young lady got her nails done last year.
Hair stylists will be on hand again this year. grown over the years. “God came to me one night and sent me a vision to begin the program,” Rhodes says. “I started by myself and the first year about twenty kids showed up. Since then, it has averaged about five hundred kids. This year we are hoping for seven hundred.” At first, Rhodes paid for the supplies himself. Now, folks contribute their time and goods to the cause. “If anyone wants to help with school supplies, they can contact me,” he said. “We also need hair stylists and barbers to contribute their time and skills so the kids can look their best when they begin classes.” To help with the motivational aspect, Dallas Cowboys player (and personal friend of Rhodes) Jonathan Bullard will be on hand. Their relationship goes back to days when Rhodes coached Bullard at Crest High. Food will be a part of Camp Coach Rhodes. “We make sure everyone has enough to eat,” Rhodes says.
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Coach Rhodes is counting on a table filled with supplies this year as well. Volunteers are needed to help with the food preparation. Coach Rhodes wants to give a shout-out to Mt. Zion Baptist for its role in the event. “Many thanks to them for letting us use their sanctuary building,” he said. The event is open to any school aged child in Cleveland County and surrounding counties. If you want to donate or volunteer, contact Coach Rhodes at 704-576-7321 or CampCoach Rhodes.com. See the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ CampCoachRhodes/ Camp Coach Rhodes is a nonprofit organization.
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