Superintendent John Allison, right, and Price-Harris principal Shawn Springer talk with students on the first day of school.
Another school year begins
Around 49,000 students came back to class on August 17 as the Wichita Public Schools began another school year. The heavy rains at the beginning of the day didn’t dampen the spirits of students as they learned about their new teachers, classmates and schedules. Elementary students sorted through their pencils, markers and crayons. They learned about expectations for the school year and shared their goals for the year.
“I’m going to get all A’s this year,” said a Coleman Middle School student.
“This has been an exciting day. We’ve been ready for our students to come back,” said Superintendent John Allison.
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| Coleman Middle School students work on a social studies assignment in small groups. |
Superintendent Allison toured several schools during his first school day in the district. He observed classrooms, met with teachers and principals and talked with students.
“Even though it is the first day, I’ve seen students getting right to work learning in their classes. It’s been great to see our students in action.”
“We’re excited for our students to be back and they are excited to be back,” said Shawn Springer, principal at Price-Harris Communications Magnet.
August 17, 2009