From carefully chosen first-day outfits to proud parents snapping photos at the bus stop, the first day of school is always full of traditions and excitement. Across the Eastern Panhandle, students headed back to classrooms with fresh supplies, new teachers, and big dreams for the year ahead. These special moments, from little ones starting kindergarten to teens beginning their senior year, show the joy and anticipation that come with a brand-new school year.

The Journal is happy to share some of those special first-day moments captured by our readers.

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