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Sunset Park, Williston Schools Begin New Academic Year in Wilmington

August 25, 2026

Students at Sunset Park Elementary and Williston Middle schools in Wilmington returned to class to start the new academic year, according to New Hanover County Schools.

The district marked the first day of school for students at both campuses, known respectively as the Sharks and the Tigers. The post, shared in both English and Spanish, acknowledged the start of the academic year at the two schools.

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