I can't believe another school year has flown by. This was our first official 'having a child in school' year and it was fabulous. We were completely spoiled by Cyrena's incredible teacher. Her first school experience exceeded our expectations in every way. She had a special kindergarten singing program and then we went back to her class for an awards ceremony and slideshow. Cyrena did a great job singing in the program. I held it together just fine until they sang a song called "Everything Grows"--the tears were threatening at that point. I'm not ready for her to be done with kindergarten!
Cyrena has grown up so much this year and as David and I watch her we can't help but feel so fortunate that she is ours. She is so smart and very aware of those around her. She has become super helpful and cheerful. Now that she's been home for summer the last two weeks I told her I just might not let her go back! But she insists that she must go on to first grade. Cyrena was tested and found eligible for an Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) which will give her teacher some extra materials and tools to challenge her a bit more. I'm anxious to see how it all works out. She sure loves learning and received the "librarian' award in her class because of how much she loves to read!
Her amazing teacher, Mrs. Jones. I'm crossing my fingers that she will continue teaching until Natalie gets to have her!
Cyrena also had a wonderful student teacher, Mrs. Sapp this year.
It was also the end of my preschool year! This year I had 9 boys in my preschool and then my Natalie. She was literally the belle of the ball and the boys loved her. Preschool can be pretty stressful for me and I'm lucky to have an understanding family, especially David. It can really take over the house. Even though it's just 2 days a week I put a lot of thought and preparation into what we do. I love it though, it gives me the focus I need and I also love teaching my own kids. Next year will be Natalie's first official year in preschool since she now has 2 years until kindergarten. She learned a lot this year though, I was proud of her.
This is Natalie's favorite friend, Jonny. His family lives just up the street but they are moving this month. These 2 love to play together and are also in the same sunbeam class. They are going to miss each other!
Here's me with my favorite student. We had a fun program and some yummy refreshments and then I sent them off! It's always a bittersweet feeling.
3 comments:
Oh my goodness! My little birthday buddy is getting so big! Sounds like school was a great fit for Cyrena - that's wonderful! I know that kindergarten totally saved Riley and my relationship :) I liked her a whole lot better when she started school. We used to butt heads so bad, but now? Smooth sailing thanks to her getting the different interactions and challenges she obviously neded at school that I just couldn't adequately provide her with at home. But as wonderful as school can be, summer is even sweeter! Enjoy your well-earned break!
Lucky, lucky you to have such a wonderful teacher and school experience. Just brace yourself for when it's the opposite because it is SO hard, especially when you've been a teacher yourself!
That is great that Cyrena was already tested and will get extra help next year. We wish things would have been better for Ty but are hoping with his testing this summer something will turn out good.
I am sure you will enjoy your summer free from preschool prep and just enjoy your kids!
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