Oh man, another school year is in the books for these two kids. It was a special one that is for sure. This was the first year of them being at the same school together. Even though they didn't see each other often, the rare moments when they did was always bought a smile to each of their faces I know that for sure. It was also a special one for me as it was the first year I felt like I was really involved in both their classrooms and really got a sneak peek into their school life.
I have no idea how we got as lucky as we did when it came to both their classes and teachers. Madden had the most perfect kinder class. Each kid really bought something special to the class and his teachers were having a hard time knowing that they won't be back next year. The teachers always gave Madden high praise and thought he was just the funniest guy around. He was well liked by all his classmates and he absolutely loved going to school. Once that door opened he ran in never looking back. He walked out of kinder being one of the most studious kids in his class. He loved that he got to be at the red table (meaning the more advanced kids), got to do challenge work, and his math skills were above and beyond. He even worked really hard when it came to working on his speak and we have seen such an improvement in that area as well.
Same goes for Skylar's class. She was lucky enough to get Mrs. Aubertin again as her teacher and really made some great friends in her class. Whenever I went into volunteer the class was always so well behaved and attentive.
It was defintely a hard day to say good-bye to such wonderful classrooms and teachers.
Madden's kinder class put on a very cute performance for all the parents. They sang two songs, well Madden only sang one (see video below), and read a ABC poem. I'm not going to lie at the end of the poem when they all mention 1st grade I teared up. I really grew to love all the kids in Madden's class and the friendship I saw him form were so special.
No better teachers then Mrs. Valenty and Mrs. Brisebois. Both our kids were so blessed to have them. It's hard knowing we won't have them as our teachers ever again.
Madden and his best buddy William.
Madden, Jude, Ando, and William. The fab four for sure.
Madden, Reid, Marco, and Ando.
Couldn't be more proud of our kinder grad. He absolutely loved his kinder year, but is really excited for 1st grade and full day school.
For Skylar's last day her class got a pajama party and movie. Mrs. Aubertin sadly missed the last day of school because of her daughter's graduation but they celebrated with her the day before. Skylar's 2nd grade school year was full of friends and fun. She loved all the kids in her class making really strong bonds with some of the girls. She also really started excelling school wise as well. Her reading had definitely improved and she got the top Math award from her teacher.
Sydney, Skylar, Stevie and Maggie.
Skylar and Olivia. These two became thick as thieves this school year.
Olivia, Stevie, Skylar, Gabby, Maggie and Sydney.
Lucy and Skylar. Best friends since kindergarten. Lucky enough to be in the same class three years in a row. I'm praying next year will be four.
Here is a little video celebrating the last day of kindergarten and 2nd grade. We couldn't be more proud of the kids and all their achievements this school year.
