1.   And recent graduates of area schools joined hastily formed regiments.

2.   And rapid growth has strained area schools.

3.   And some area schools are facing enrollment decreases and dormitory vacancies.

4.   Area schools lost two full weeks of classes.

5.   Area schools were closed, and officials also urged all businesses to close.

6.   Area schools have learned to compromise on the controversial aspects.

7.   Area schools, churches and community centers have the Paper Retriever recycling bins and are paid competitive rates for the paper.

8.   Areas schools have made strides toward being more inclusive of Jewish children, Markowitz said.

9.   Area schools from Independence to Kansas City, Kan., have switched to the longer periods.

10.   Area schools that host camps also may have information about the camps posted on their Web sites.