The new school year is nearly here and Kids Above All is wrapping up their annual Back-To-School Backpack Drive. For many students, the beginning of a new school year is usually an exciting time but for young people impacted by trauma, it can be a difficult, anxiety-provoking experience. You can still help, now through Friday, August 11th, Kids Above All is collecting backpacks and supplies for 1,000 school-aged children in their programs and you can donate to help ensure the youth are ready to learn in the fall. Individuals, businesses, faith-based and community organizations are invited to participate. For more information, please visit, www.kidsaboveall.org/bts-drive/  Donations can be dropped off at Kids Above All’s Better Life Distribution Center in Des Plaines, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, through August 11th. Drop-off reservations are required.