Movin’ on up

“I’m looking forward to the classes, especially language arts.”

Julia Garcia, 11

Costa Mesa

“My grades, so I can go to Renaissance Club and get free

[homework] passes.”

Christina Garcia, 11

Costa Mesa

“I can’t wait to play sports -- basketball and soccer.”

Fernando Barajas, 11

Costa Mesa

“I can’t wait to get to TeWinkle because of the Science and

Engineering Club. It teaches you about science and engineering and

you get to go on field trips -- fun ones.”

Leonel Alvarez, 10

Costa Mesa

“Meeting new teachers. They treat you good and if you’re nervous

you can tell them and they’ll help you not be nervous.”

Amy Castillo, 11

Costa Mesa

-- Interviews and photographs compiled by Marisa O’Neil