Livermore Students Return To School

LIVERMORE, CA - Livermore students returned to school Tuesday and by all accounts, the year is off to a good start.

"The first day included a level of excitement and energy that we haven’t felt in the last thirty months- a sense of hope and optimism from students and staff and, ultimately, our whole community. We’re all eager for the year ahead. We have very high expectations," LVJUSD Superintendent Chris Van Schaack said in a statement.

This year will mark the first school beginning since 2019 without noticeable COVID restrictions like masks or social distancing.

Van Schaack was voted superintendent in June after serving as LVJUSD deputy superintendent since 2017. He replaced longtime Superintendent Kelly Bowers, who retired in June after 12 years as superintendent and 23 years with the district.

Livermore police said they posted extra patrols around schools to make sure everyone is driving safely. LPD posted the following traffic safety reminders now that children are back in school:

• Slow down and be alert in residential neighborhoods
• Stick to the school zone limit of 25 mph
• Watch for children on and off the roadway
• Stop and yield for all school buses
• Stop when directed by a sign or crossing guard
• Stay off handheld cell phones when driving.