CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Author's note: The above video is on file from August 8, 2021.
Several military commands throughout Hampton Roads are expanding their realm of service to assist local schools with their needs.
The Naval Support Activity "Servicing our Schools" initiative began today and will last through Wednesday, Sept. 1 with over 425 military members helping 25 schools in Chesapeake.
“It is an honor for our military members to give back to the local schools and show support to the teachers during this fantastic initiative,” said Capt. Matthew Frauenzimmer, Commanding Officer of NSA Hampton Roads. “We have a great partnership with the local community and strive to continue to collaborate and sustain those relationships through service.”
From 9 a.m. to noon for the next few days, participating military personnel will assist teachers with a wide range of duties, from classroom set-up to textbook distribution.
The goal of the initiative is to reduce the stress that teachers have in managing the details of preparing for the school year and allow them to focus on putting more time into developing curriculum and instruction.