Hope School District Students Look Forward to New School Year

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Hope School District students are settling into a new school year.

And for some of the district’s youngest students there’s already plenty to look forward to.

From making new friends to learning new things, students shared what they’re most excited about in the year ahead.

"I’m looking for this year to learning long division and hanging out with my friends," said student Sammy Lopez.

"Reading more chapter books improving on my math skills," said student Heather Mannion.

"I’m excited for school because I love my teachers," said student Heaven Desalegn.

"I’m excited for making paper houses," said student Orion Tane.

Tane is only in kindergarten.

Tuesday marks day four of the year for students at Vieja Elementary School.