Actress Jennifer Garner made a special visit to schools in Clay and Fayette counties on Friday as part of her involvement with the Save the Children program. Garner, a West Virginia native who grew up in Charleston and graduated from George Washington High School, spent her day at several local educational institutions, including Clay County High School, Clay Elementary, and New River Primary School in Oak Hill.
During her visit to Clay County High School, Garner collaborated with high school students and volunteers, including representatives from the Mountaineer Food Bank, to package meals for the Extra-Mile food delivery initiative. This effort is crucial in addressing food insecurity among children in the area.
At Clay Elementary, Garner actively participated in a literacy lesson with kindergarten students, highlighting the importance of reading and education as part of the Save the Children In-School Literature program. The visit also included a roundtable discussion focusing on the program’s successes and its impact on local students.
Garner’s afternoon at New River Primary School in Fayette County was marked by meetings with faculty and staff, emphasizing the collaboration between Save the Children and the local education community.
Social media posts from Fayette County Schools featured photographs of Garner engaging with staff from Save the Children, as well as school administrators, showcasing the warmth and enthusiasm of her visit. Garner’s commitment to improving children’s lives through education and nutrition is inspiring, creating a positive ripple effect within the communities she visited.