By Joel Rosenbaum

From the shy kindergartner to the confident high school senior, students across the city of Dixon on Thursday headed back to the classroom.

Mia Lodigiani opened the door to her room at 8:15 a.m. when the first bell rang and welcomed in the newest crop of kindergartners, some nervously clinging to their mothers and fathers, others walking around wide-eyed taking in their new surroundings.

Some parents gave their child a big hug and kiss goodbye, while others hung around in the room and watched as Lodigiani gathered the students on a colorful rug to teach them the classroom rules; sitting with your legs crossed, raising your hand and waiting until you are called upon to talk.

Source: Students in Dixon Unified School District begin new school year