QUEEN VILLAGE - Kids are heading back to school and one local school worked to get students and parents excited for the upcoming year, while everyone is hoping for a fairly normal school year."Excitement is at 1,000 percent," said Principal Ayana Townsend.
Excitement filled the courtyard of George W. Nebinger School in Queen Village Thursday evening."Last year was a transitioning back from virtual.
So, this year, now we're full throttle," said Townsend, who held a meet and greet for staff, parents and students but not in the traditional setting.A green carpet in the school's colors welcomed everyone, greeted by little cheerleaders full of school spirit.Kyleesha Stephens says her kids are ready. "We are super excited.
It's been a very short summer," she commented.Like many parents, Stephens is hoping for a more normal school year."The pandemic had everything all crazy but it looks great.