The halls of Hamilton High School, Hamilton Elementary School and Cottonwood School came alive Tuesday, Aug. 12, as students returned for a new school year dressed in their first-day best and greeted by teachers and staff ready to welcome them back.Proud parents and family members captured the moment with back-to-school photos, filling social media with smiling faces and snapshots of a new beginning.For students, the first day brought a mix of excitement and anticipation as they reunited with friends, settled into new classrooms and met their teachers. School district staff welcomed the return of students and are looking ahead to a successful and productive year.Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsiek
