Mark Hopkins Elementary School on Monday opened “Julia’s Closet,” a clothes closet named for Principal Tiffany Smith-Simmons’ grandmother.
The closet is a collaborative effort between Mark Hopkins and the Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.The goal is to provide much needed resources for students, including underwear, socks, warm clothing and school uniforms.
Julia’s Closet is named in honor of Smith-Simmons’ paternal grandmother, Julia B. Ogletree. Says Smith-Simmons: “(She) loved fashion and helping others.
