Whiteman Elementary launches fun-filled first day of school
Whiteman Elementary staff and students begin the first day of school Aug. 16, 2018, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. The school serves 360 students, kindergarten through fourth grade living on Whiteman AFB. Principal Jessica Stewart was just as excited to start the school year as the students. "We embark on this year ready to create a culture of learning that includes engaging, rigorous and relevant work in our classrooms," Stewart said. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Taylor Phifer)