1st Day of School

It's FINALLY back to school time. This summer was longer than usual due to new state regulations, school can't start before the last Monday in August. UGH!! Who knew that 10 days would make such a difference?

Adrienne is very excited about 4th grade. They start switching classes so she has 2 teachers, one for Math/Science and other for English/Language Arts/Social Studies. This year will probably be an interesting one with considerably more pressure and responsibilities. We've got big projects required like building an Alamo and completing a Science Fair project too. She also decided to join Music Makers, the school chorus/music group. They will have a few performances through out the year.

Kierstin is way ready for 2nd grade. She's looking forward to seeing her friends again, especially since she got lucky and has 5 in her class. Quite a change from last year, she only knew 2 people at the beginning of 1st grade and they were boys. 'YUCK!!' (her word choice) Additionally, we had her tested for the Gifted/Talented program last spring. She scored well enough to be accepted so she will be going for additional enrichment and learning time during the school week. She will go for 1 hour a week this year, couple hours next year, and in 4th & 5th a whole day. It should provide enough extra to keep her mind busy :)

Now mom can start substitute teaching and making some money. David will have time to watch his history and archaeology programs with constant interruption. We'll see how things go. -S