With Students And Teachers At Risk, CovCare Lends Helping Hand In Mobile, Alabama

After hearing about the challenges faced by students and staff alike at Goverment Street Christian School in Mobile, Alabama, CovCare generously donated boxes of 3-ply disposable facemasks in an effort to offer protection and support during an unprecedented school year.

If it weren’t for teachers across the United States we would be in a world of hurt right now. 

Not only have educators and faculty members at public and private schools been able to successfully navigate this challenging time amidst a world health with starting a new school year, implementing remote learning lesson plans, and returning to lead classes in-person, but they have done so while also trying to keep their own families safe and healthy at home.

A small non-profit private school founded in 1972, Government Street Christian School is just one example of a host of schools and educational programs that continue to need support in light of the Coronavirus pandemic as Government Street Christian School adjusts to the new normal in Mobile, Alabama. 

Educating Grades K-12th grade, Government Street Christian School currently has 94 students enrolled this year, which is a huge drop in students from past years. One of the major challenges: protecting their dedicated teachers and staff along with students during COVID-19 as the school offers in-person learning. 

CovCare was happy to donate boxes of 3-ply disposable facemasks in an effort to keep both students and school staff members safe at GSCS this 2020-21 school year. 

“I can't thank CovCare enough for their donation. They have helped us out so much,” said Kristy Devery, Government Street Christian School’s Parent Teacher Fellowship President. 

“It’s really hard on the younger kids. They don't really understand what's going on and why they have to wear masks. It’s heartbreaking. I know trying to explain it to my youngest two children has been hard, as they just don't understand. I just pray this will all be over soon and life can go back to normal. Us being able to have the school open helps give the kids a little bit of normal during these crazy times.”

The “crazy times” certainly are at an all-time high for school teachers across the state of Alabama these days.

Last week WKRG shed light on the challenges those in education face in Mobile with statistics showing a shortage of teachers due to COVID-19. Schools statewide continue to experience a major decline in teachers and school officials say the pandemic is the blame. While some school districts have adopted remote learning to help keep the COVID-19 down over more traditional in-person learning, the result is now pushing more teachers out of the classrooms.

With the mission of Government Street Christian School centered on providing students with an education “within a caring, nurturing, and challenging environment”, CovCare felt compelled to lend a helping hand to ensure both students and staff alike are equipped with facemasks for a safe and protected in-school experience. The number of teachers may be declining in places like Mobile, Alabama but it is even more reason to help protect those teachers who are employed and bravely go about their jobs.

From public to private schools, it’s clear that students and teachers remain at risk during the ongoing pandemic and need all of the support they can get.

CovCare loves working with communities, hospitals, and medical centers by donating face masks and medical supplies in need. Learn more about CovCare’s Donation Application.