New Classes

After a fun week off, the kids both started in new classes at school on Monday. Ben is now in the Explorers class and Elizabeth is in ICD (the oldest “infant” class). Most of Ben’s friends moved with him so it is mainly new teachers and classroom to get used to. His new schedule is chock full of center time, group time, worksheets, and all sorts of learning and stimulation. It is also the first time that we have had school supplies – he even has his own scissors and three subject notebook now! He loves it and actually requested on the second day that Mom didn’t pick him up so early and let him stay longer. The Explorers are studying Hawaii this week and having a Welcome Luau on Friday. We are really excited about what fun is in store for him this year.

Elizabeth is in a room that has a loft play area, lots of dress up and a whole new level of toys to explore. There are also tables and chairs instead of the table with little jump seats, and there is no buggy that the class uses to get around. The kids are expected to hold onto a rope and follow the teacher. Watch out, ICD teachers – Elizabeth has a mind of her own! Her teachers are ones that she is already familiar with and she seems to be right at home. There are a few familiar faces, but lots of older kids to get to know. It should be a fun year!

Back to School night is next week and we will get to hear even more about the year ahead. They are both growing so fast – it is exciting to see the new opportunities they will have!

Ben's first day outfit - Wow!