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Poland students head back to school
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Neighbors | Eartha Terrell.Elaine Fabrizi’s kindergarten students toured the hallways of Dobbins Elementary school and during their first day of school Sept. 4.
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Substitute teacher, Nick Henry, taught students how to properly read a book during their first day as kindergartners at Dobbins Elementary school Tuesday.
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MckInley Elementary school fifth-grader, Allyson Andrews, showed off her decorated locker during her first day of school Tuesday.
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Susie Capp’s fifth-grade class was ecstatic to experience its first day at Mckinley Elementary school Tuesday.
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Kent State University Early Education student, Joelle Pillar, was anxious to meet kindergarten students during their first day of school at Union Elementary School Sept. 4.
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Carson DeCore (left) and Mia Melone were thrilled to meet their new kindergarten teacher, Gina Chairo (center), during their first day of school at Union Elementary School Tuesday.
By EARTHA TERRELL
Though they may be years apart, kindergarten and fifth-grade students both shared the same nervous feeling as they entered new schools for the first time Tuesday.
Students at Union, Dobbins and McKinley Elementary schools learned the ins and outs of the new building they will call home for the next academic year. Union Elementary School principal Mike Masucci was just happy to begin the school year with smiles and no tears.
“Today was a very nice beginning of the school year. There was no child in tears and I think everything went smoothly. This year for our kindergarten students we’re just trying to maintain excellence. We have two phenomenal kindergarten teachers here,” said Masucci.
Kindergarten students walked the hallways and were introduced to office staff while they learned procedures and routines of the school.
“The first day is wonderful. It’s going very smoothly. I’ve been teaching them procedure and routines and the kids are doing well. They’re excited to be here,” said Union Elementary School teacher Gina Chiaro.
Although fifth-graders may have more experience with school then their younger counterparts, their faces still lit up as they walked the halls of McKinley. Students were enthusiastic about getting new lockers and making new friends.
“They’re really excited about getting their lockers. They are a great group of kids and they’re excited to do a mixer where they interview each other,” said fifth-grade teacher Susie Capps.
Some students smiled from ear to ear as they toured the new building and prepared for a year full of new challenges.
“I think it’s awesome. I’m nervous, but I can handle it,” said student Dino Mario.