Approximately 40 Iron County School District students were all smiles as they exited the St. George Kohl’s last Friday morning, loaded down with new clothes to start the school year.

Before the sun came up, volunteers gathered at the district office to partner with students for the special shopping trip.

Students needing a little additional clothing help were recommended by elementary school administrators.

Students and their shopping volunteer partners then boarded two school buses to make the trip to St. George. Each had about $150 to spend on pants, shirts, shoes, socks and more.

The opportunity allows some at-risk students to begin the school year with clothing similar to that worn by their peers.

One volunteer said her student was happy with everything he tried on.

“He came out

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