THIS GROUP of fifth-grade friends was very excited about enjoying their ice cream sundaes together on the first day of school at the annual social event sponsored by the Middle School PTO. From left: Josh Simpson, Ava Tardito, Ella Cammarato, Ava Natola and Maggie Davidson. (Maureen Doherty Photo)

THIS GROUP of fifth-grade friends was very excited about enjoying their ice cream sundaes together on the first day of school at the annual social event sponsored by the Middle School PTO. From left: Josh Simpson, Ava Tardito, Ella Cammarato, Ava Natola and Maggie Davidson. (Maureen Doherty Photo)