Sorting bugs

Theo's teacher informed me how much he enjoys sorting things in class so I pulled out this game that was too young for Jack but right up Theo's alley! The game starts out just by doing color sorts. Then it gets more specific by the bug pictured and then by pattern (color, bug, etc). Theo flew through the sets we did today so I'll pull it out again soon and see how he handles the more challenging sets.

Play and homework

Today was a tough day for me. I said my formal goodbyes to Jack's school and withdrew him. Even though I know in my heart it's what's best for him, it was still hard. I've volunteered every week in his classroom and really gotten to know his teacher and his class. I grew to love them all and it's just hard to say goodbye! I'll have a separate post of all of the sweet things his teacher made for him.

Jack is still loving his new school and just thriving there. He's rising to the challenges presented him. He's doing subtraction and has a spelling test on Friday. I had to explain what a test was and what grades meant. We're a little late on this whole thing but I think he'll be fine! His new teacher called me at home tonight and we chatted. I was just sitting here being sad and I was really touched that she called. It was great to talk to her and hear how well Jack is adjusting.

Anyhow, here are the boys at a park this afternoon. I don't have to race back home to catch Jack's bus any longer so we have freedom to go and do fun things after school :) There are also pictures of him doing homework, new and old. The picture of the three pieces of paper showcases new vs. old. He's hungry to learn and is happy to do his homework each night. I'm so proud of that boy.

Saying goodbye

I was at the store buying school supplies for Jack's new class and saw a Snoopy card (Jack's old teacher LOVES Snoopy). We ended up getting it for her and he wrote her a note and decorated the envelope. In interesting news, Jack made a friend in his class named Sophia. He's never, ever mentioned girls before so maybe there is a love connection there?? Ha! We'll see come Valentine's Day!

Uniform

Here Jack is in his uniform at his new school. He is walking on air about being there and making new friends. His new teacher remarked about how great his handwriting is and we couldn't be prouder. He's really been working hard on his writing at home and in his old class. It's so bittersweet for us. We're so happy that Jack is loving things so far and being challenged academically. Such a blessing.

For the grandparents

Jack started a new school today and it has been an answer to our prayers. He's going to a private school called Lake Castle. It has a bit of a reputation as the "military school" of our area because they do push their students above and beyond academically and are very structured. He had a GREAT first day and I was floored by the work they do in Kindergarten there. In fact, I had to take pictures for the grandparents to see (and brag about). Here is the reader they are working on and a sample of some of his "seat work". Jack had to read 5 pages from his reader for homework and was given 2 sheets of writing to do. Look forward to pictures of Jack in his uniform tomorrow :)

Katie's 30th

Dave and I scored a last minute sitter and crossed the lake to celebrate cousin Katie's 30th birthday with all of his cousins. Cousin Anne (Jack was her ring bearer last April) was in town from New Mexico and it was a treat to see her again. We also went early to cousin Cameron's home in New Orleans and got to see how she had it all decorated and set up! We had a really fun evening :) Cousin Patrick was there with his girlfriend, Meredith. I was sure to show pictures of Theo since I'm campaigning for them to use him as their ring bearer one day ;)

Ghosts

The boys love to put blankets over their heads and chase each other around. They were "boo"ing each other and I just had to snap this picture. Too cute not to remember one day.