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Horizon students were welcomed back with a "Wild About Going Above & Beyond" theme

First Day of School 2019

Posted on August 22, 2019

Wednesday, August 22 was the First Day of School for grades 1-12.

Every year, Principal Decker and the teaching staff come up with a unique way to welcome students back. This year the theme was “Wild About Going Above & Beyond.” The morning’s fog really added to the atmosphere by creating a “steam jungle” effect.

As could be expected, students were surprised when they were greeted by gorillas, giraffes and safari guides! It was a great way to kick off a #PHMExcellence school year! Get a snapshot of the First Day of School in P-H-M in the video below. Horizon is featured at the very beginning …

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