This is a monumental year for us as both kids are in school now. Alyssa is in third grade and Lauren is in pre-school. The first two days for Alyssa have gone smoothly although there weren't any huge changes this year for her. The school was facing budget reductions and had to reduce the teaching staff, so Alyssa's second grade teacher is teaching a 2/3 blend class this year that Alyssa was put in. So, same teacher, same classroom, same hallway..... In some ways, it was a little disappointing for Alyssa as she would have liked a new classroom experience and her very own desk. She is still at tables shared by four kids like the previous grades.
Lauren just LOVES school and enthusiastically gave her teacher a hug when leaving yesterday. She attends three days a week in the morning and spends most of her time at her own desk, front and center, listening and repeating after the teacher. She says three pledges in the morning before class gets started ( to the flag, to the Christian flag, and to the Bible) and then dives into curriculum from the A Beka program.
Big news for Lauren! Last Sunday evening, Lauren asked the Lord Jesus to come into her heart and wash away her sins! Lauren is so excited and happy and has told me several times that she wants to tell everybody about it! Such sweet simple trust and understanding at age four.
Well, today is day 10 for the Amish Friendship starter, so that means baking day. Post to come soon.
They look so big, Amy! So glad that your girls love school. I have a feeling mine will too when the time comes. :) And how fun that they've started sewing! Love the aprons. Praying for you all too.♥
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