Our entire family made the walk over to Plano Elementary School this morning to deliver Karson to her kindergarten class. I was incredibly proud of our brave girl. We have worked hard to prepare her for this next chapter in her life. Plano had open house on Sunday, and Karson met her teachers Mrs. Rather and Mrs. King. The whole school process, paperwork, PTO, lunch numbers, etc. was a lot more than I had expected. We are lucky having such wonderful school systems in Bowling Green. I know that Karson is in good hands.
I got a handful of supportive phone calls today, received some kind messages from friends, and was able to attend a Mom's in Touch prayer meeting at our church building. Millie was my prayer partner this morning, and I feel very fortunate having her as a friend. Prayer (especially in the company of friends) is such a nice way to channel emotions. I usually channel my emotions through cleaning. It's always been something I can control and a form of solace and reflection for me. SO, the tears weren't flowing but the Pine Sol(ed) floors, bathroom mats, and laundry were done =). I also did some hedge trimming--what can I say, order is my outlet. When we picked Karson up, she told us how much she LOVED school and was looking forward to Thursday when they paint (oh my).
I received this email forward a couple days ago and thought I would pass it along. I solicit your prayers on behalf of Mrs. Rather (who Karson is posing with), Mrs. King and Mrs. Windy (Isaac's preschool teacher).--------------
TEACHING APPLICANT:
After being interviewed by the school administration, the teaching prospect said, "Let me see if I've got this right: You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning. You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride. You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook and apply for a job. You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure that they all pass the state exams. You want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents by letter, e-mail, telephone, newsletter, and report card. You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps. You want me to do all this, and then you tell me... I CAN'T PRAY?"
After being interviewed by the school administration, the teaching prospect said, "Let me see if I've got this right: You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning. You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride. You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook and apply for a job. You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure that they all pass the state exams. You want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents by letter, e-mail, telephone, newsletter, and report card. You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps. You want me to do all this, and then you tell me... I CAN'T PRAY?"
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Karson is selling Smart Cards for $12. If you would like to support the Plano PTO, let me know and I'll reserve you a card. I've attached the link below with all the vendors. This card is good until August 2009.
I'm glad Karson had such a good first day of school. When Mitchell started school four years ago we both had a hard time. I wish I could have been with you all this morning for prayer time. I had to work and pray alone.
ReplyDeleteLook at her, all big and walking into school! How did it go so fast? I'm going to need my own prayer meeting on Thursday for Chase!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures and I am so glad Karson had a great first day. I am sure she will have many fun stories to tell. Oh, how I miss seeing my little students on the first day and the smell of new backpacks and crayons. I am sure her teacher will be great!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! She's officially a big girl now! Kindy-garden! The cat outfit goes up to a 5T. :)
ReplyDeleteWow! What a big milestone! You're so blessed to have such a wonderful school system and a great support sytem to boot! I'm sure that ALL of your kiddos teachers will be praying for them this year!
ReplyDeleteAdorable pics! I am glad Karson loves school so far. I LOVED teaching kindergarten. She is going to have a blast!
ReplyDeleteI am glad that Karson had a great first day of school. We start school on the 18th, of course my kids probably will attend in their PJ's. Great pic of you and her!!
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