Back to School

Summer ended on a high note, and suddenly it was back to school for the big girls.  Of course little sis didn't like the thought of being left behind (still doesn't), and always had her own crazy outfit, shoes and "pack-pack" on to see them off every morning.

Stella started first grade at a brand new school and loves it.  This is the first year she attends all day long, so we've had lots of firsts accompany this year.  First time packing a lunch (yep, I cried) and riding the school bus, first time being at school all day long, and first time being within walking distance for those nice days when we are all ready and can make it out the door on time.

She absolutely loves her teacher, has lots of friends in her class and is doing so well in school.  We have enjoyed the new school and getting to be part of new traditions and events as things get figured out there.  Go Raptors!

It was a family affair on the first day as we all made the walk to school and dropped her off in her classroom.  She was thrilled to be there and didn't stress one bit when we waved goodbye.

Our Eliza Scott is in her final year of pre-K, and started at a new school this year.  She gets to go four days a week for three hours each day, which is only three hours less than she will go to kindergarten next year.

She gets to go to the CSI preschool lab with a friend from church, but has met so many fun friends and done lots of fun activities.  Every day I hear how she and her friends Josslyn and Clara are attached at the hip and are always having so much fun. I also get to listen to Eliza beg me for playdates.

 We like to call her school "Special School" because they focus so much on play and really let the children dictate the curriculum based on their interests.  It took some getting used to (and some days I still wonder. Ha!), but Eliza seems to love going each day, and it has been a good experience to try something different when it comes to preschool.

Can't believe these girls are getting so big, but I sure love watching them grow and experiencing new things.  They are the best little ladies!