Students across Wharton County are getting ready for the first school bell of the year. Wharton ISD kicked off classes Monday, followed by St. Philip the Apostle Catholic School on today. The busiest day will be tomorrow, when El Campo, East Bernard, Louise and Boling all return. Faith Christian Academy will start later, on Aug. 19th. Parents, grandparents and relatives are encouraged to share back-to-school photos with the Leader-Journal for a chance to be featured, making sure to include names, grades and hometowns.