Marines drop by Chrysler Elementary to inspire young runners

Chrysler Elementary School students Aaliyah Hernandez, left center, and Vivyana Duarte, center, both 5, run with others Friday morning during the school jog-a-thon in Modesto. Joan Barnett Lee jlee@modbee.com

Children at Chrysler Elementary in Modesto had some inspiring company at their annual jog-a-thon on Friday morning. Marines joined the kids on a foggy run. “I think this is great community service and wonderful that they all are willing to take time out of their schedule to attend our event,” Shena Wilson, Chrysler Parents Club president, said.

This story was originally published October 24, 2014 at 7:26 PM with the headline "Marines drop by Chrysler Elementary to inspire young runners."

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