Back to school time
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August 18, 2025

Back to school time

By Chad Williamson 

Parents walk their children into Northwood today on the first official day of school for elementary students in the Marysville District. Students may be peeking ahead on the calendar, looking for the last day of classes – which are slated for May 22.

(Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)

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