Councilwoman Willis Leads Effort to Help Hickory Park Prepare for School Year
For the third year, elected officials, educators, service providers and community partners poured into the Hickory Park Apartments community in support of its students. The annual effort led by Councilwoman Helen Willis brings much-needed resources to the area which has been plagued by violence and abuse .
“While our police officers are addressing the crime in the community, I am working with community partners to tackle some of the socio-economic factors at the root of the issue,” said Councilwoman Willis. “Children often act out and give up in school when they feel unsafe and unsupported at home. We want to reinforce that despite the data, these students are not destined for failure. No matter their hardships, they are not forgotten.”
Councilwoman Willis was joined by Mayor W...