So, here we are. The day after the end of the first week of school. I think I speak for all of my teacher friends, when I say, "thank goodness!" It was exciting, and fast, and tiring. And, I speak for all my mom and dad friends when I say, "the school wants me to do WHAT with my kid at home?!" Either way, we all made it through, so now we're into the routine of school, homework, dinner, bed. I hate this routine, btw, because it doesn't leave much down time for kids or adults, but it seems that's just life these days.
My kids seem to be happy with school. Skylar admitted she didn't think she would like her teachers, but, of course, she loves them all. I'm not surprised at all. I have never met a teacher (or anyone) who doesn't love Skylar, but still, there is always that anticipation thinking, what if there is one that doesn't? I can tell from the work coming home that she will have no problem with keeping challenged.
Alex is probably your typical 7-year-old, second grade, boy. This year, we are in the process of teaching the tough lessons. Mainly, if you can't find sneakers, you wear torn apart crocs to school, the kids laugh at you, and you can't play PE. And, if you screw around all morning, and end up having to run to the car as it's pulling out of the driveway, and you forgot your backpack, tough luck for you. His teacher is being very supportive, and has already talked to him about the importance of getting ready for school and bringing his belongings every day. Maybe that will make the difference.
My goal for this year is to make it through with as little drama as possible (I am NOT a drama person, believe it or not), and to try to get some organization to my classroom, home, and life. Not too much to ask, is it? I'll just tell you right now, though, that the organization piece will be the challenge, since I am never organized. But, I can try, right?
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