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St. Joseph the Worker Students Head Back to School

The first day of classes was today, Aug. 29.

Students at in Orefield headed back to the classroom today, Aug. 29, as the weekend's stormy weather gave way to sunny skies and cool temperatures.

Students arrived by bus and car, and were greeted by teachers, Principal Jody Myers and the new school mascot, a Blue Knight.

New teachers joining the staff are Rick Wetzel (computers and technology), Lindsay Dobil (first grade) and Karen Rodgers (fifth grade).

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Patch photographer Betty Cauler was there as the students arrived for the start of the new school year.

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