We took Mr. A. to his Kindergarten Tea today. It was really just a brief classroom tour and a chance to meet his teachers.
I had spent a lot of time trying to decide what school to put him in. I was so happy that after only 2 days on the waiting list, he had a spot at the Ramona Community School. It’s one of the few public Montessori programs in California. I really think this is going to be the right place for him.
Everyone was so nice. I stood in the back of the room getting all misty eyed while Mr. A. jumped into the circle, as if he had been doing it forever. He seemed really at ease. He talked and charmed the teacher, as only he can do.
Surprisingly, he was not the most talkative. There was another little boy that never stopped! I was actually really happy about that.
Not surprising was that he was taller than every one else. I guess being in the 100 percentile for height will do that.
I’m not sure what to expect on Monday. He seems perfectly happy and excited to go. I don’t tend to be an emotional person but I don’t know if I will be able to hold it together. I’ll let you know.
Awww, Rhea, the first one is the hardest I think.
I totally remember that day with John too and how sad I was. But it’s good for them and now it seems normal. Let us know how he does (and you do).
Thanks Sarah. I am much more nervous than he is!
We can cry together in forums on Monday. I’m taking my baby to preschool too. sniff, sniff
Definitely! lol
make sure you take a picture in front of the class. If not, you will regret it.
Got it. Thanks for the tip.
My daughter jumped into kindergarten the first day this past Monday like it was nothing. She started making friends the first few minutes of getting there.
Really? Is she loving it? I know Anthony will love it. But then I was hearing stories from others about how their kids were already getting picked on by other kindergartners!! I was SO sad. I might have to write a post about it…