I made all the preparations for a smooth early morning and smooth it was. We left on time and everything, but my mind was focused on so many things I didn't get a picture of myself with her and before I knew it I was dropping off Jake at his job, the middle school next door to Aimi Lark's elementary. He will be teaching Spanish, Mandarin, and Chess. I am so excited for him, he will do amazing things in those kids' lives.
I got to Aimi Lark's school and parked. I wasn't sure if she was
completely in the system because she is a transfer student since we live
out of the district. She is able to attend since Jake teaches next
door. The principal at Jake's school told him there weren't many extra
perks in teaching, but they do make sure their kids are taken care of.
That made me feel great!
Her teacher seemed anxious to get the parents out the door so she could start her day. She was friendly though. The principal came on the loud speaker welcoming everyone and then said something about after today parents not being allowed past the office. Needless to say when I got to my car I was in tears. I felt like I had just signed my rights away to my child and lost all control. I know that's not how it is, but that's how I feel. I'm dealing with those feelings. I think that's why my heart would love home school, I still have control over the way things work, not the system. But enough about that, we're doing public school and it's going to be amazing!
Aimi Lark is a natural at school. She walked in, sat down, began to color, and write her name. I need to take a que from her book and stay calm. She's awesome. I love my sweet Aimi Lark.
I can still see her flashing me the "I love you" sign as I left her class.
Now to find out when school gets out, I forgot to ask!
awwww how cute!! i can't believe she is old enough for school, so weird what happened to the little babies that we use to play with? :( i'm probably not helping. love you and good job!
ReplyDeleteGood job momma! I remember a teacher I taught with who would tell the parents "If you are older than 6 you have to leave now."
ReplyDeleteI feel the same as you about the control. That is going to be hard for me too. Good luck to us both! Can't wait for more updates!
Awww...how are you doing now??? It's hard when you want to be there and watch them grow and the teacher wants you out so they can focus and teach, lol...a catch 22. She is so cute, all dressed up, she looks excited. Jake is a proud dad!!
ReplyDeleteWay to go!! Proud of you!!