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First day of schoolThursday, August 14, 2008
I remember my first day of teaching. I was probably more nervous than the kids. But this year, I couldn't wait for school to be back in session (sorry kids, but an education reporter's gotta make a livin'). I'll have a story in Friday's paper about highlights of the first day throughout the district. Until then, I'd love to hear your stories. District administrators have painted a rosy view of the first day. "It was awesome, one of the best first days I could remember in a long time. Everyone was happy to be back," said assistant superintendent Pat Fanger. I heard similar accounts from building principals. Fanger particularly stressed how upbeat and happy staff, parents, and students were at Jefferson Elementary, a school that is keeping its chin high after recent struggles. Parents and students: How was your day? Did everything run smoothly? Respond to this story You are not logged in. Please login or create an account.
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Lindy Bavolek, a former teacher, is the education reporter for the Southeast Missourian.
She grew up in Chicago and Dallas and is trained in both journalism and education. Past jobs include working as an intern at the Dallas Morning News and the London business magazine Retail Week. Lindy previously taught second grade in a high-needs school in Saint Louis.
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