Bookbags, smiles return to school

A bright, sunny morning greeted students and staff as they started the 2019-20 school year at Chase County Schools on Tuesday. Many of the teachers and administrators were outside to greet eager students as they arrived for the 8 a.m. start. Above, Seth Kunnemann accompanies his children, first grader Camilla and Camden, who started third grade. Meanwhile, kindergarten teacher Jacci Paisley greets one of her new students, Anel Martinez, who arrived just before the bell. (Johnson Publications photos)