Renee Denison and Aumen Mikesell arrive at Muldown Elementary School for the first day of first grade. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot)

Evelyn, Ayden and Sarah Comstock smile for a picture before the first day of school at Muldown Elementary. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot)

A trio wait for the opening bell of the first day of school at Muldown Elementary in Whitefish last week. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot)

Danielle, Henry and Sam Olson arrive for the first day of first grade at Muldown Elementary School last week. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot)

Ruby Gardner and Kynlee Krieder chat together before the first day of school at Muldown Elementary School. (Julie Engler/Whitefish Pilot)