As sisters Toree and Heather Mayo arrive at Chocowinity Primary School, they are greeted by Principal Alicia Vosburgh on Sept. 22, which CPS celebrated as “Independence Day.” The day was a way to encourage students to walk to their respective classrooms without their parents, a big step toward independence. The arrival area was decorated with red, white and blue balloons and streamers. Each student received a star in celebration of his or her independence. (Submitted Photo/BCS)