PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Phillies joined the School District of Philadelphia to "Ring The Bell" and help families get ready for the first day of school.

The team hosted students and representatives from the district at Citizens Bank Park for the event, the latest stop on the 2025 Bus Tour Kickoffs, where families have the chance to get supplies.

Team legends Dickie Noles and Milt Thompson represented the Phillies at the event. Superintendent Ton Watlington talked about the advancements the school district has made in his tenure.

"We're going to keep driving faster academic performance," he told the crowd.

The tour allows families to get free supplies, like backpacks, pens, and other resources too.

"Our pockets don't really hurt like they used to. supplies that we can use this year,

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