Map shows where Philadelphia parents can get free backpacks, immunizations ahead of school year
Is it too soon to talk back-to-school? Not for the School District of Philadelphia.
The district is gearing up for its annual , designed to connect families with essential school resources ahead of the upcoming academic year.
Over the next few weeks, families can spot a colorful "Ring the Bell" school bus making stops in neighborhoods across the city. The goal: to bring support directly to where families live, work and shop. All stops run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
At each stop, parents and guardians can:
- Enroll students for the school year
- Sign up for the Parent Portal
- Receive free backpacks and school supplies
- Access free immunizations at select locations
Parents don't need to bring their student to the tour — only their student ID.
Philadelphia public schools reopen Monday, Aug. 25, 2025.
Map shows all the stops on Philly back-to-school bus tour
Check out the map above for locations where you can get a free backpack for your child, or get them their required immunizations and physicals for the upcoming school year.
Monday, July 28, 2025*
Friday, Aug. 1, 2025
Monday, Aug. 4, 2025*
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025*
Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025
Friday, Aug. 15, 2025
