CORTLAND Lakeview Schools students returning to classes this year were greeted by a group of community members, aiming to help students feel welcome.

The Care Crew is a group of senior citizen volunteers who greet students at the school's doors, help students off buses and out of cars, and provide encouragement to start their day.

The Lakeview Local School District can be found at 300 Hillman Drive in Cortland.

According to Ashley Handrych, Superintendent of Lakeview Schools, the program began at the elementary school in 2024.

However, the program was deemed successful enough to expand to the high school for the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.

"We feel that our older kids would also benefit from seeing some of our senior citizens in the community and having that same kin

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