Community events across various locations are helping families prepare for the upcoming school year. Chesterfield County hosted its 3rd annual Back to School Bash, providing free backpacks and entertainment, emphasizing the importance of feeling good to succeed academically. St. Matthew United Methodist Church prepared nearly 300 backpacks, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on families amidst rising inflation, while also offering services like voter registration and mental health support. The Nameless Faces Collective is organizing a Back 2 Cool Community Back to School Bash, featuring workshops and free shoes, emphasizing community partnership to assist families. These events illustrate a collective effort to support students and their families during the back-to-school season.