I've got a smart 2nd grader living in my house. Oh, yes I do!
Michael's teacher called me today. He scored very well on the math assessment test last week. So high in fact the he is going to the 3rd grade class for his math. I guess he's the only 2nd grader doing that. And, that's saying a lot because there's about 75 of them.
Also... yes there's more smartness.... He got 100% on his spelling pre-test and has moved up to the super speller list. It's another list of words that are a bit more difficult. We practiced those words today and he already knows how to spell every single one. I wonder if there's a super duper spelling list.
Yup, he's an amazing kid. I'm so proud!
Showing posts with label School. Show all posts
Showing posts with label School. Show all posts
Monday, September 22, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008
Great Week!
Michael has had a great week at school! I've been very impressed with his teacher. I was able to volunteer in the classroom on Monday and saw her skills first hand. She is very... strict isn't really the word I want to use... scheduled, consistent, structured. It's a perfect fit for Michael. He hasn't been singled out with behavior issues. The whole class has missed parts of recess and things like that, but he hasn't had to be punished for poor behavior. Praise God!
Maggie and I have had a fun filled week. Our church has teamed up with another local church for a play group. A group of ladies at this other church have been planning outings with their young children for years. It was so nice of them to allow our church to tag along. The best part? My two favorite friends are in the group, which means Maggie's favorite pals are too. So fun!
Maggie and I have had a fun filled week. Our church has teamed up with another local church for a play group. A group of ladies at this other church have been planning outings with their young children for years. It was so nice of them to allow our church to tag along. The best part? My two favorite friends are in the group, which means Maggie's favorite pals are too. So fun!
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Last Day of School
Michael is officially done with the 1st grade! We are all so excited!
He had to go to school today, but only for a short ceremony. They give out rewards after each marking period and hold the last ceremony on the last day of school. After the ceremony we were free to take him home for the day.
Michael finished out the year strong. He received mostly all 4's on his report card and one 3. (4 being the highest). That was in the Moral Focus area. You know, the being polite, not interrupting, being a helper category. Definitely not his strongest area. But, he's still the smartest little guy you'll ever meet.
After 'school' we walked to the grocery store. Yes, the kids and I walked the 1.5 mile round trip to the store. It's something I'd like to do more often. Then we took lunch out to Jamie at his office. I looked at two chubby chairs that a guy wants to give us. Love them! And now the kids are playing outside with the hose.
I'm really looking forward to this break from school.
He had to go to school today, but only for a short ceremony. They give out rewards after each marking period and hold the last ceremony on the last day of school. After the ceremony we were free to take him home for the day.
Michael finished out the year strong. He received mostly all 4's on his report card and one 3. (4 being the highest). That was in the Moral Focus area. You know, the being polite, not interrupting, being a helper category. Definitely not his strongest area. But, he's still the smartest little guy you'll ever meet.
After 'school' we walked to the grocery store. Yes, the kids and I walked the 1.5 mile round trip to the store. It's something I'd like to do more often. Then we took lunch out to Jamie at his office. I looked at two chubby chairs that a guy wants to give us. Love them! And now the kids are playing outside with the hose.
I'm really looking forward to this break from school.
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Fever's and Fun
It turned out that Michael had another snow day on Friday. So, he was home for three days in a row. It wasn't too bad. I rather enjoyed it. I think Maggie did too. Michael's feeling better. It's just turned into a nasty cold now. That could be because he's a 6 yr. old boy though. Never uses a tissue, just his sleeve. Gross!
We had plans of meeting my parents this morning and handing the kids over to spend the night. Jamie and I had/have an auction/dinner thingy tonight. Plans changed.
Last night Maggie had a fever. By golly though, she is the cutest thing ever when she's sick. Tears just sort of stream down her face without any effort. And she snuggles. It's sad, but adorable at the same time.
We kept Maggie home but Michael is still going to my parents house. Maggie didn't seem to care that she was staying home. I know that Michael needed a change of scenery.
Maggie is sleeping right now. Jamie just left to go see a movie. I'm putsing around on the computer, making some cards, and just enjoying the quietness of the house. Even though we're not going to go out and have a night/morning without both kids, it's pretty nice.
We had plans of meeting my parents this morning and handing the kids over to spend the night. Jamie and I had/have an auction/dinner thingy tonight. Plans changed.
Last night Maggie had a fever. By golly though, she is the cutest thing ever when she's sick. Tears just sort of stream down her face without any effort. And she snuggles. It's sad, but adorable at the same time.
We kept Maggie home but Michael is still going to my parents house. Maggie didn't seem to care that she was staying home. I know that Michael needed a change of scenery.
Maggie is sleeping right now. Jamie just left to go see a movie. I'm putsing around on the computer, making some cards, and just enjoying the quietness of the house. Even though we're not going to go out and have a night/morning without both kids, it's pretty nice.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Long Days
Michael didn't have school yesterday. It was canceled due to the weather. It was very very cold around here. I can't remember the temperature exactly... that's just how I am. I don't pay attention to those kinds of details. Just tell me if I should wear shorts or a sweater and I'll get by.
Anyhoo... So we had a great snow day (even though it didn't snow. still confused on this one, can't you tell?). We played games, watched tv, read books. It was really great!
As I was tucking Michael in for bed last night and gently kissing his head I realized that he was burning up! I took his temp and he was 101. That's high for my boy. He's like me, never runs a temp. Sure enough, he didn't feel good. So, I kept him home from school today. He's got the runny nose thing going on.
So, if you're counting, that's two days off in a row. It's not even the weekend folks.
Well, now there's talk that we're going to get some snow tonight. Again, I don't pay that much attention. But, I think they're saying 8-12 inches. Again, no clue how that greatly effects me. I'll just wake up and look outside. But, they're also saying that there is a high chance that schools will be canceled. Michael may stay home another day due to his illness or because of weather.
So, now if you're still counting, that would make 3 days off of school in a row. Now, throw in the weekend and you've got yourself a full fledge vacation! Crazy!
Anyhoo... So we had a great snow day (even though it didn't snow. still confused on this one, can't you tell?). We played games, watched tv, read books. It was really great!
As I was tucking Michael in for bed last night and gently kissing his head I realized that he was burning up! I took his temp and he was 101. That's high for my boy. He's like me, never runs a temp. Sure enough, he didn't feel good. So, I kept him home from school today. He's got the runny nose thing going on.
So, if you're counting, that's two days off in a row. It's not even the weekend folks.
Well, now there's talk that we're going to get some snow tonight. Again, I don't pay that much attention. But, I think they're saying 8-12 inches. Again, no clue how that greatly effects me. I'll just wake up and look outside. But, they're also saying that there is a high chance that schools will be canceled. Michael may stay home another day due to his illness or because of weather.
So, now if you're still counting, that would make 3 days off of school in a row. Now, throw in the weekend and you've got yourself a full fledge vacation! Crazy!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Back in the swing
Michael's first week back to school was wonderful! For me and for him :) I'm pretty sure I mentioned this (I'm too lazy to read my own previous posts) that Michael's teacher announced a few days before Christmas break that she was not returning to school. She got another job. Sound familiar?
Well, his new teacher is great! She is everything and more than I had prayed for! A few months ago I started praying that we would have more joy as a family. Especially Michael. It seemed like he didn't laugh very often. Most of my conversations with him were centered around changing his behavior rather than enjoying life with him.
When I picked him up from school on Monday he started making this sound. At first it was small and quiet then it got louder and louder. The sound was strange to me. I was actually getting annoyed. I was about to yell at him to quit the obnoxious sound when I finally realized what it was. He was giggling! Then, Maggie and I both joined in. Why the giggles? He was trying to tell me that his teacher says the word 'garbage' sort of French like. That was it. Totally not funny, but it was so wonderful to see him laugh!
She's been teaching them a lot of Spanish too. He says this whole phrase perfectly! He's always been good at picking up languages (what do I know? I don't anything besides broken English myself?). Anytime I hear someone teach him a word he repeats it perfectly. Russian, Hebrew, Spanish.
Anyway, it's been a great week back. I'm back on track for getting up early, exercising, cleaning, and basically organizing my time. I love it!
Well, his new teacher is great! She is everything and more than I had prayed for! A few months ago I started praying that we would have more joy as a family. Especially Michael. It seemed like he didn't laugh very often. Most of my conversations with him were centered around changing his behavior rather than enjoying life with him.
When I picked him up from school on Monday he started making this sound. At first it was small and quiet then it got louder and louder. The sound was strange to me. I was actually getting annoyed. I was about to yell at him to quit the obnoxious sound when I finally realized what it was. He was giggling! Then, Maggie and I both joined in. Why the giggles? He was trying to tell me that his teacher says the word 'garbage' sort of French like. That was it. Totally not funny, but it was so wonderful to see him laugh!
She's been teaching them a lot of Spanish too. He says this whole phrase perfectly! He's always been good at picking up languages (what do I know? I don't anything besides broken English myself?). Anytime I hear someone teach him a word he repeats it perfectly. Russian, Hebrew, Spanish.
Anyway, it's been a great week back. I'm back on track for getting up early, exercising, cleaning, and basically organizing my time. I love it!
Friday, December 21, 2007
Did I mention this already?
Last week Michael's first grade teacher announced to the class that she got another job and would not be back to school after Christmas break. The kids were devastated! Michael cried and cried. I think he finally fell asleep that night around 10 because he was up crying.
Well, we've been praying about it and our prayers have been answered! They hired a new teacher today and I've heard some great things about her. At first I thought that they may have made the decision too quickly. But, after talking it over with a friend, we decided that God knows best.
Just to clarify, Michael does not go to a 'Christian' school. It's a charter school. Basically, it's a public school that you can apply to go to and they choose students through a lottery system. But his school is filled with believers. It's nice to have the diversity of race and economics alongside the Christian beliefs and support.
So, when Michael returns from Christmas break he will basically be starting over. First grade is tough as it is for the little guys. It takes them a long time to get used to going all day and catching on to all the procedures. Now they'll have to do it all over again. But, we are trusting God through all of this and we know that with Him all things are possible.
Well, we've been praying about it and our prayers have been answered! They hired a new teacher today and I've heard some great things about her. At first I thought that they may have made the decision too quickly. But, after talking it over with a friend, we decided that God knows best.
Just to clarify, Michael does not go to a 'Christian' school. It's a charter school. Basically, it's a public school that you can apply to go to and they choose students through a lottery system. But his school is filled with believers. It's nice to have the diversity of race and economics alongside the Christian beliefs and support.
So, when Michael returns from Christmas break he will basically be starting over. First grade is tough as it is for the little guys. It takes them a long time to get used to going all day and catching on to all the procedures. Now they'll have to do it all over again. But, we are trusting God through all of this and we know that with Him all things are possible.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Another One
Jamie woke me up last night around midnight to tell me that Michael didn't have school this morning. So we're enjoying another snow day!
Honestly, I was kinda looking forward to him going back to school today so that I could get some stuff done for Christmas. But, I've got all week to do it.
It's actually been a great day with the kids. We (at least I) slept until 8:30. I decided to call the dentist to see if I could get Michael in today. They had an opening! So we headed out to Okemos. We went to the library for awhile. Picked up some McDonald's. And then Michael had his teeth cleaned. Only 3 weeks late! Then we surprised Jamie and visited him at the office.
The kids are outside playing in the snow... again. Maggie will be in soon, I'm sure. She doesn't have snowpants or water proof mittens. She gets cold and wet pretty quickly. But the sun is shining and warming? things up just a bit.
Looks like we'll all be going back to our normal routine tomorrow. I'm thankful for this nice short week.
* Maggie just walked in and said "Mummy, I feezin', my hands so cold, I come in now please?"
Honestly, I was kinda looking forward to him going back to school today so that I could get some stuff done for Christmas. But, I've got all week to do it.
It's actually been a great day with the kids. We (at least I) slept until 8:30. I decided to call the dentist to see if I could get Michael in today. They had an opening! So we headed out to Okemos. We went to the library for awhile. Picked up some McDonald's. And then Michael had his teeth cleaned. Only 3 weeks late! Then we surprised Jamie and visited him at the office.
The kids are outside playing in the snow... again. Maggie will be in soon, I'm sure. She doesn't have snowpants or water proof mittens. She gets cold and wet pretty quickly. But the sun is shining and warming? things up just a bit.
Looks like we'll all be going back to our normal routine tomorrow. I'm thankful for this nice short week.
* Maggie just walked in and said "Mummy, I feezin', my hands so cold, I come in now please?"
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