Livorno Unit School students, started the new school year Aug. 29. Principal Dan Serfass says that in partnership with the community, our school will provide a learning environment which is nurturing, safe, and respectful, enabling each child to reach their fullest potential. Learn more at www.livo-ems.eu.dodea.edu (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, USAG Livorno Public Affairs)

Livorno Unit School students, started the new school year Aug. 29. Principal Dan Serfass says that in partnership with the community, our school will provide a learning environment which is nurturing, safe, and respectful, enabling each child to reach their fullest potential. Learn more at www.livo-ems.eu.dodea.edu (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, USAG Livorno Public Affairs)

1961 The first day of school for Buzz and Paul Staab.

hanging his bag up

Unpacking his stuff

The upper school does a roll call of the classes and introduces the spirit leaders for the school year. Photo by Tom Chen.

Livorno Unit School students, started the new school year Aug. 29. Principal Dan Serfass says that in partnership with the community, our school will provide a learning environment which is nurturing, safe, and respectful, enabling each child to reach their fullest potential. Learn more at www.livo-ems.eu.dodea.edu (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, USAG Livorno Public Affairs)

hiding from his friends

Reid using his Kleen Kanteen

Livorno Unit School students, started the new school year Aug. 29. Principal Dan Serfass says that in partnership with the community, our school will provide a learning environment which is nurturing, safe, and respectful, enabling each child to reach their fullest potential. Learn more at www.livo-ems.eu.dodea.edu (Photo by Chiara Mattirolo, USAG Livorno Public Affairs)

Duncan's wearing his backpack in solidarity, as Aidan gets ready for his first day back at school. This year will be his first time going every day.