Smithtown students at the 14 district schools began the 2010 - 2011 academic year on Tuesday, Sept. 7.

There was a scheduled first day two-hour delayed opening. Between 9:20 and 11:45 a.m., students entered renovated district buildings updated during the summer break.

District-wide curriculum additions and other academic initiatives are planned at each school, but the district still faces economic challenges this year as it operates with reduced state aid.

Check out our video of the morning opening day scenes at select Smithtown schools.