First Day of School!

Uh, summer? Where did you go? Somehow we are at the beginning of another school year.....the last year for both kids in their respective schools. 8th grade for Carter and 5th grade for Kendall. Hopefully this school year has a lot less interruption than last year.

First Day of School

This school year was a big adjustment for the kiddos!  Carter is officially in middle school (say what?!!!) and Kendall is now on her own at elementary school. No more big brother to get her to/from the bus stop. And even Addie is riding the bus to/from school now. 

Carter and I attended his orientation and got the official lay of the land. We went back several times so he could work on his locker, get a feel for where his classrooms are, and work on his route to ride his bike to school. He has done such an awesome job with his added responsibilities. I'm proud of him!

While Kendall didn't her preferred teacher for third grade, she still got an awesome one and I know she's going to have a great year.

These kids are going to rock 6th, 4th, and 3rd grades this year!

Wrapping Up Another School Year

Another school year has come to a close. Carter officially ended his elementary school career, and Kendall wrapped up a great 2nd grade year.  I was able to help out at their field day, which is always a lot of fun. It was pretty much the only good weather day in a 3-week span of monsoon-like conditions here in the valley.

Last day of school pictures, of course!

First day/last day:

First day/last day

First day/last day:

The 5th grade ceremony was really nice - they had five really great songs to perform, followed by some awards, cake, 5th grade BBQ, etc.

Academically, it was a great year for both kids. Carter is still testing several grade levels ahead, so I'm excited to see how he does in middle school!