The trek back to school begins this week for some school districts in New Castle County including Brandywine, Colonial and Red Clay.

On Monday, August 25, 2025, kindergarten students at Pleasantville Elementary School were greeted by William Penn High School mascot Billy.

Tuesday the 26th is Colonial's first full day of classes for all grades. The same holds true for Red Clay and Brandywine school districts.

Appoquinimink and Christina School Districts welcome back their students starting Tuesday, September 2nd, and continuing through Wednesday, September 3rd.

Drivers are encouraged to use caution in school zones and around school buses as students return to class.

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