First Day For Marine Science Magnet School

The on Shennecossett Road began classes Thursday despite throughout the region, which has caused many school districts nearby to delay the first day of school to next week. 

"I've worked 15 years to get this school open and there's a hurricane," said Executive Director Virginia Seccombe, of the most recent delay. 

The school's construction has been riddled with delays and for the past 15 years and just recently started enrolling students. Its school year began Thursday, one day later than planned.

"We weren't sure how many kids would be able to make it," said Nicholas Spero, the school's director. 

Many of the 24 sending districts could not provide transportation students attending the magnet school because they were not in session. 

Spero said only five kids were absent on the first day. "Everyone's so excited to be here," he said. "Can't you feel the energy?"