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A t Chic Sweets Bakery , we know how much preparation it takes to get kids ready to learn. As a community-rooted business — and a former teacher myself — I understand that back-to-school season can bring both excitement and stress, especially for families facing financial challenges. That’s why we hosted our Annual Back-to-School Drive this month, right here at the bakery. And let me tell you — the love shown by our community? Sweet doesn’t even begin to describe it. 🛍️ What We Collected With your help, we were able to collect: Over 75 backpacks 200+ packs of pencils, crayons, and notebooks Dozens of lunchboxes, glue sticks, and classroom supplies Gift cards for uniforms and shoes Every single item donated went to local students in need — many of them right here in our own neighborhood, in Klein and Aldine ISD schools. 💛 Why It Matters to Us Before I was known as The Lemon Bar Lady, I was “Ms.” in the classroom. I’ve seen firsthand how a student’s confidence can skyrocket when they walk into school feeling prepared and supported. It’s not just about supplies — it’s about dignity, pride, and hope. 🍪 Sweet Incentives for a Good Cause As a little thank-you, we offered a free cookie to every customer who dropped off supplies — and a few surprises for those who went the extra mile. We also created a special "Back-to-School Box" filled with kid-friendly treats and donated 100% of those proceeds to purchasing supplies for local schools. 📸 Community Moments From smiling kids picking out their favorite backpacks to customers dropping off entire bags of supplies, the drive became a beautiful reflection of what our bakery is really about: love in every layer — whether it’s lemon bars or acts of kindness. (You can scroll through some of our favorite moments on our Instagram @ChicSweetsBakery 📷) ✨ Thank You To every customer who donated, shared the word, or simply stopped in to cheer us on — thank you. Your generosity made a real difference. Stay Connected We’ll continue hosting seasonal drives and community events, so be sure to sign up for our email list or follow us on social media to stay in the loop. Giving back is baked into everything we do — and we’re just getting started. Until next time, stay sweet 💛 – The Lemon Bar Lady