Area schools back in class

August 25, 2021

    Above left, Purdy Schools Maintenance Director Glenn Terry (back) pauses to smile with new students Rhyleigh White (left) and Neveah Ellrick (right) on his 26th first day of school at Purdy Tuesday. Above right, Purdy Second Grader Loretta Hufft sports a sunshine smile as she enjoys a delicious first day lunch in the Purdy Schools cafeteria. Submitted photos.

    Above left, Viand Marvropoulous gives her mom, Ashley Stevens, a final hug before starting her day as a Fifth Grader at Cassville Intermediate School. Above right, Oden Case pauses with his mom, Chelsey Case, for a first day photo before starting preschool in Cassville Tuesday.
    Submitted photos.