First day of school for Laguna Niguel Elementary is virtual, but full of smiles
There were lessons written on dry-erase boards, papers were shuffling and laughter on the first day of school at Laguna Niguel Elementary, but the only thing missing was the students.
All schools in the Capistrano Unified School District began their school year online on August 18.
The first day of school was virtual only at Laguna Niguel Elementary School. Third-grade teacher Lacy Hansen enjoys feedback from her students. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
The first day of school was virtual only at Laguna Niguel Elementary School. Fifth-grade teacher Steve Lopinto interacts with his virtual students. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Fifth-grade teacher Steve Lopinto’s white board lists “special skills and talents.” Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
No recess for Wendy Billman’s virtual fourth-grade students — the playground balls remain in their buckets. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Wendy Billman blows a kiss to her fourth-grade students. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Wendy Billman’s fourth-grade students get an approving thumbs-up from their teacher. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
It may be virtual, but Wendy Billman’s students still get the traditional “white board welcome.” Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Apart from her laptop, fourth-grade teacher Suzy Griffen officiates in an empty classroom. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Fourth-grade teacher Suzy Griffen and principal Beth Ewing give Suzy’s students a welcoming wave. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
The first day of school was virtual-only at Laguna Niguel Elementary School. Fourth-grade teacher Suzy Griffen prepares to take virtual attendance. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
In an empty school, Laguna Niguel Elementary principal Beth Ewing talks with Jonathan Ellis. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Susan Korby and Ann Lopez were assembling first-day packets. The school may be opening to students in 14 days. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
In an empty multipurpose room, maintenance worker Fernando Hernandez was assembling an outdoor hand washing sink in anticipation of a more conventional opening. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
The driveway was closed — no rows of parents’ cars dropping off their kids for first day of school. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
Alone in her classroom, Lacy Hansen addresses her third-grade students. Photo by Spencer Grant, Contributing Photographer
