Mapo-gu Supports School Uniforms for New Middle School Students

District Mayor Yudonggyun's 'School Uniform Support Pledge' Draws Attention... 2,433 Supported So Far... Application Period Adjusted to June 15 - July 15 Due to COVID-19 Academic Schedule Uncertainty

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Mapo-gu (Mayor Yoo Dong-gyun) announced that the application period for school uniform support for new middle school students in the district will be extended from June 15 to July 15 due to the instability of academic schedules at all levels of schools caused by the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

This year's school uniform support targets middle school entrants registered as residents of Mapo-gu as of March 2. Eligible schools include accredited alternative schools, and basic livelihood security recipients (living and medical) who are currently receiving separate school uniform purchase support from the local community center are excluded.

The support amount is up to 300,000 KRW per person, and the actual cost of purchasing the school uniform will be supported once based on the purchase receipt. Students entering middle schools within Mapo-gu can apply by submitting the school uniform purchase application form and the purchase receipt for uniforms bought within the Mapo-gu area to their respective schools. Students residing in Mapo-gu but entering middle schools in other regions can also apply through the Mapo-gu website's Communication & Participation - Integrated Online Application menu by December 15.

The district started school uniform support for the first time in Seoul last year and has supported 2,433 students so far.

Yoo Dong-gyun, Mayor of Mapo-gu, said, “The reason for providing textbooks and school uniforms is no different,” adding, “We will fundamentally recognize school uniforms, which must be worn daily, as a public learning resource and strive to take responsibility starting from the local government.”

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