Report Cards

Today we received the report cards for this past grading period. I know it's not becoming for a person to flatter themselves, but I use this blog as my journal at times and print the entries off for a binder, so I wanted to record these things. Besides, doesn't every parent brag about their kids successes? I love hearing about other people's accomplishments or victories.

Here are the teacher's comments for Sarah:

"WOW. Sarah continues to amaze me each day. She is very independant, responsible, hardworking, and always willing to help. Academically she is advancing beyond her grade level. Sarah has been doing more independant projects in reading and those will continue to get more challenging. I am thrilled with how well she is doing in class!"

Sarah's first grade spelling words this week are: chocolate, appreciate, apologize, question, bouquet, and mountain. I didn't learn these words until I was in third grade!

She was also selected as the character of the month for school for exemplifying the trait of 'responsibility'. Way to go Sarah! Unfortunately, the day of her celebration lunch at school is the same day of her dental surgery, so she won't be at school that day!

Sarah had 2 pieces of art work selected to move on to the district level of the art competition in school. Yay!

For Matthew:

"Matthew is a very diligent student! He is great at explaining his thoughts to other and enjoys sharing his ideas. His sense of humor and quick thinking brightens our day! He has made steady gains in all areas. Way to go Matthew!"

Matthew also had an acrylic painting selected for the district competition. We're really excited for him because there are only 15 art pieces chosen from the entire school to send to the district level. We're so proud of him! He had to officially name his painting for the paperwork. He looked at me in exasperation and said, "It's just ART!" I pressed for a title again, and he said, "Art is just art. Just call it 'Art'!" Silly guy.

His teacher said he is also a class leader. He changes the dynamic of the classroom by showing people how to interact nicely and forgive each other. She said it was obvious that he is Christian and that he was a missionary in the school by his great example! We are so pleased with him!!