School's Out for Summer!

Here we are the last day of school!
 The year's seem to be going faster and faster. I'm excited to be going through these milestones with my kiddos, but I just want it to go slower, or freeze in time or sometimes even go back and cuddle them when they were first born. Well, they keep growing regardless and we are extremely proud of them both!

Ellee was so excited for her last day of school.
 {I really think it was for the pizza party she was going to have in her class}

 

Our famous picture in front of the Immanuel Preschool sign.

My little girl and I after preschool let out.
School's out for Summer for Ellee!
She got out the earliest, June 15. Jackson's last day was June 19 and mine was June 20.
The ice storm we had this winter gave Jackson and I a few more days at the end of the year.

Here is Jackson, the last day of his 1st Grade Year!
He learned soooo much and we are are so proud of him! We were extremely happy with his teacher, Mrs. Hanson. She was always kind, patient, organized and very knowledgeable. She told us that Jackson is quick with his math facts. We are going to miss her! We were also so proud to hear all the sight words Jackson could read. He made it to the 800-900 word list. Way to go Buddy! 

Onto 2nd Grade!!!!
How is this happening so fast?

This is Jackson's school sign that means, quiet scottie dog.

Ellee tackled Jackson the minute he walked out the doors to give him a huge hug. It was as if they hadn't seen eachother for months. They both now understand Summer Vacation!!!

After school, I surprised them and took them to Menchies. It was a really great way to celebrate an end to a fabulous school year!

1st Grade Field Trip

Jackson's 1st Grade Class went on a field trip to the zoo. He had so much fun with some of his friends from class. I also had a great time watching them all together since I volunteered to chaperone.
 

It rained while we were there....actually poured!
 Luckily we didn't let any rain slow us down!

 

 

Jackson's 1st Grade Work

 

 

We Have a 1st Grader

Ok, this year was by far the hardest year to send him to school! (Well considering he went to preschool for 2 years and then Kindergarten, but still, it was the hardest one yet). I actually cried! I tell the parents of my students to try not to cry until they reach the parking lot, I didn't make it past kissing Jackson goodbye when he was in line getting ready to walk into the school with his class! I don't think he saw my tears, I had my glasses on.

Jackson is growing up so fast!

If birth to 1st grade went this fast, I can't even begin to imagine how fast the rest of his schooling career will go!!!!

Jackson with his proud sister, with her "new" smile!

 (Oh, Goodness!)

Ellee giving Jackson kisses!

We are so proud of you Jackson!

You are growing up to be such a fine young little man!

We know you will continue to make us proud!

Dream Big Buddy!

P.S. I'm really going to miss hanging out with you Jackson while you're at school.
You've been a good little side kick:)