VIPERS AND DRISCOLL TO HOST FOURTH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL EXPO

EDINBURG, Texas (June 19, 2024) – The Rio Grande Valley Vipers have partnered with Driscoll to host the fourth annual “Back to School Expo” on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. CT. 

The event is free to the public and will take place inside the Bert Ogden Arena located at 4900 S, I-69C, Edinburg, Texas. 

The main goal of the “Back to School Expo” is to ensure that students across the Rio Grande Valley receive the essential items for a successful school year. Different organizations in the community will come together to ensure that students in attendance receive the necessary school supplies and vaccinations, at no cost and while supplies last. 

"Driscoll is thrilled to be collaborating with the Vipers to help ensure Rio Grande Valley kids are prepared for the new school year,” said President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital RGV Matt Wolthoff. “In May, we opened Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley, the first designated freestanding children’s hospital in the Valley, raising the bar for specialty acute care close to home. We could not have accomplished this milestone without the support of the community and organizations like the Vipers. Together, we heal.”

The expo will also feature the opportunity for kids to receive school physicals and haircuts. To schedule an appointment for a physical  CLICK HERE. Children who pre-register for physicals will receive a complimentary Vipers branded lunchbox, courtesy of Driscoll. During the event attendees will also have access to family resources and the opportunity to receive Medicaid/CHIP program assistance. 

"Back to school health fairs and school supply support are essential in ensuring every student has a strong, healthy start to their academic year,” said Driscoll Health Plan Community Outreach Manager Rose Santos . “Access to sports physicals, resources, and school supplies not only eases the financial burden on families but also promotes wellness and readiness for learning. 

As Driscoll Health Plan embarks on our annual summer initiative, we are committed to reducing costs and connecting families with vital resources, vaccinations, and sports physicals. Together we heal, and together we empower our children for a successful school year," said Santos.

For special accommodations please email Alfred Molina at alfred.molina@dchstx.org by July 30. 

For more information on the “Back to School Expo” please contact Mario Rodriguez via email mario@rgvipers.com.

For media availability, please contact Media Relations Manager Juanita Maldonado at 956-510-7162 or via email juanita@rgvipers.com. 

About the RGV Vipers and NBA G League

The four-time champion Rio Grande Valley Vipers are the NBA G League affiliate of the NBA Houston Rockets. The Vipers won the NBA G League Championship in 2010, 2013, 2019 and 2022. In 2013, the Vipers were also named the NBA G League Development Champions, which recognized the team that best embodies the NBA G League’s goals of developing NBA-caliber basketball talent via call-ups and assignments. The NBA’s official minor league, the NBA G League prepares players, coaches, officials, training and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and

development laboratory.  Featuring 31 teams, 29 with direct affiliations to NBA franchises for 2023-24, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. 55 percent of all players on end-of-season 2022-23 NBA rosters boasted NBA G League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA Cares programs.