Flagler County held its annual Back to School Jam on Saturday, August 3 at Flagler Palm Coast High School. Local schools and vendors came together to ensure a fun and informative experience for all attendees.

Representatives from local schools were on hand to provide valuable information about academic programs, extracurricular activities, and essential services. In addition to school representatives, a diverse array of vendors offered a wide range of products and services.

A busy indoor event with numerous people interacting with various booths in a large gymnasium Tables are covered with informational materials and signs, including one for VPK (Voluntary Prekindergarten) Balloons and posters add to the colorful atmosphere

A busy indoor fair with people visiting different booths A woman with long dark hair stands next to a man in a black shirt while a child in a white shirt pushes a green stroller Several banners, tables, and displays are visible in the background

People are gathered in a large indoor space A group of youths in scouting uniforms converse in the center A woman in a red shirt interacts with participants to the right Attendees are engaged in various activities, and several informational booths are visible in the background

People are gathered at tables inside a gymnasium for a school event Signs for "Buddy Taylor Middle School" and "Bunnell Elementary" are visible Some stand while others browse or converse The gym walls are green with "FLAGLER PALM COAST" written prominently

People at a booth for Buddy Taylor Middle School with a table covered in materials and decorations, including an eagle figurine A banner in the background features the school's logo, and a woman wearing a red shirt is smiling and engaging with attendees

A brightly colored bee mascot interacts with children and adults at a crowded indoor event People stand around booths and tables decorated with various informational materials and giveaways The venue is a gymnasium with a green floor and white walls

A group of people is gathered at an event in a gymnasium Two individuals in military uniforms stand near a "Flagler Schools" banner Others, including a man in a blue shirt and shorts, engage in conversation Children and adults are present, all interacting

A gymnasium filled with a diverse crowd of adults and children A sign reading "Join AMAMS Club" and "$" is visible on the left Some people are standing in line, and others are milling around, engaging in various activities The atmosphere appears lively and bustling

A bustling community fair takes place in a gymnasium with various tables and booths set up along the walls People of all ages, including children, are exploring the booths, which feature items like balloons and informational displays under green and white banners

People gather at a community event in a gymnasium, interacting with representatives from various organizations A man and children stand at a booth for the Flagler County Education Foundation, where a banner provides information about the foundation’s mission

People visiting an exhibition booth in a gym The booth displays sports related information with posters for "Tennis Time" and "Golf Time" programs Two scouts are smiling and interacting with visitors Other people are looking around and conversing with one another

A busy indoor event displays an Air Force JROTC booth, featuring informational posters, laptops, and trophies Several individuals, including a uniformed service member, engage with the booth while others walk by in the background

Community members engage with various booths at a local fair held in a gymnasium One prominent booth is for Grace Community Food Pantry with an orange tablecloth The background shows banners and the words "Flagler Palm Coast" on the wall

A crowd of people, including children, gather at various booths inside a gymnasium for a community event Some wear backpacks and hold bags A woman in a maroon shirt engages with attendees near a booth displaying a white banner and a sign with the word "RYMF" visible

A group of people, including adults and children, are at a Matanzas High School booth in a gymnasium The booth has various items and is decorated with blue and white branding The backdrop displays the school's name and mascot Some people are interacting with each other

People stand near a table covered with educational materials and displays in a gymnasium with the banner "Flagler Palm Coast" in the background Various items, such as brochures and a gumball machine, are on the table The atmosphere is lively and social

A group of people, including several uniformed Scouts, stand in a gymnasium that is hosting a fair or exhibition There are various booths and tables set up with displays and informational materials The gym is decorated with banners and flags

People interacting with law enforcement officers at a county sheriff's office booth in a gymnasium A girl stands in the foreground holding a blue pom pom Various informational materials are spread out on the table in the background

As families left the event with bags full of school supplies, the success of the Back to School Jam was evident. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for students, parents, and educators to connect, prepare, and celebrate the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year.

Mark your calendars for next year’s Back to School Jam, as it continues to grow and provide even more resources for the Flagler County community. Whether you’re a student, parent, or community member, this event is the perfect way to kick off the school year with enthusiasm, preparation, and community spirit.