I've probably said this on here before, but one thing I did not anticipate when becoming a parent was how difficult the education decisions would be. I kind of just took for granted that we would send our kids to public school and that would be the end of it. But things have been MUCH more complicated than that, and I pray constantly that we are doing the things that are best for our kids.
When we put the twins back into public school for first grade, I was pretty confident that we would keep them there through third grade. We are really just taking things one year at a time, and for this year (2nd grade for Brooke and Brecklyn), we have decided to keep them at our favorite local public school, Catalayah Elementary.
On August 16th, we were able to go to Catalayah and meet the girls' teachers. Open house is so different than it was a few years ago. We have to sign up for a specific time to go to the school so that there are only a few families at the school at a time. It's kind of lame, and definitely takes away from some of the excitement of open house!
Brooke and Brecklyn are ready for 2nd grade!
Brecklyn was so excited to find her desk and move a few things into her classroom.
Her teacher is Mrs. Wallace, and we just know it's going to be a wonderful year!
Brooke was also excited to see her classroom, even though it wasn't fully set up yet.
Brooke has Ms. Desy (who we know from years past).
She matches Brooke's energy!
School started on Thursday, August 18th. Brooke and Brecklyn were excited but not nervous. I'm always thankful for that!
Brooke
Brecklyn
Ready for 2nd grade!
Even though the big kids had been doing some school work for a few weeks, I went ahead and took their first day of school photos on the twins' first day of school.
Brianna (7th grade)
Bren (5th grade)
My crew ready to tackle another school year!
Love these four!
Daddy with the crew
Mommy with the crew
We all went to Rise and Shine with the girls, and it was nice to see all the teachers we know and love in that building. Brianna and Brenson were very popular . . . Brianna really enjoyed it, but Bren not-so-much :-). They were both happy to see their names on the Runner of the Year plaques in one of the main hallways.
Brooke and Brecklyn both had a great first day, and their teachers even sent me these photos of them to mark the first day.
Brecklyn
Brooke
I mentioned this in another post, but LIGHT Academy started school on August 1st. We were in Kansas City that day, but it didn't stop Bri and Bren from beginning their studies.
It seems a little strange to many people that we homeschool two of our children while the other two attend public school. I don't know how long this arrangement will last, but for us right now it is exactly what we need. I'm so grateful to have the freedom to do what is best for each child in my family, and we are looking forward to a great school year!
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