Elise, 11, ending 5th grade; James, 9, 3rd grade; Samuel, 5, Kindergarten. Apparently James' face got mixed in with the yearbook signing. His shirt is from the orthodontist and says,"Perfect smiles are cooler than a mullet." It's one of his favorites.
Today is the last day of school, and I will miss my children's teachers! Elise, James and Samuel have had fantastic experiences in elementary school this year -- experiences that my sleep-deprived, sun-addled brain is too frazzled to articulate. (Plus I'm a little scared what housekeeping hotspot will ignite if I spend too much time here right now. The mice are at play . . . ) But take my word for it, my children have thrived.
These are the notes they wrote to their teachers, without any prompting from me.
Samuel:
thak
you
I Like
the thags
you'v tot me
Sam
(I like the things you've taught me.) I'm super impressed he used an apostrophe!
Thank you SOOOO much for spending tons of time -- hours & hours -- just to teach me. I loved every second I spent in your class. I love how you teach -- strict but kind & a little bit of whistling! I already miss you and will forever miss you. I feel jealous for anyone in your class next year. And the next year. And the next. And forever.
(heart) Elise (in cursive) Elise (printed)
P. S. You bring laughs, love, and lessons to learn wherever you are.
P.P.S. You are very funny and you are WONDERFUL at doing the "Lance Dance,"
P.P.P.S. I will never be as happy in ANY class compared to yours.
James:
Dear Mrs. Swenson,
Before third grade, I didn't know anything you taught me! I'm even planing on wrighting a book,
Sinceriously,
James
(thanks)
You are by far the best teacher I've ever had. I'm not kidding. :) You actually made learning FUN. I realy wish you will move up to teach fourth grade
auvoir,
James
I thank these teachers for boosting my children's confidence in so many ways: 1. For validating and encouraging the expression of feelings. 2. For helping them not let the fear of imperfection (yes, we're talking spelling here) keep them from trying.
And 3. For creating an environment where the word Sinceriously makes perfect and wonderful sense.
2 comments:
Oh, I just love all of those letters! And all those pictures, too! Ari is depressed now that Mrs. Wadman's class is over. She says she has nothing to look forward to. Free felt the same way last year about Mr. Keck. Ari and Free both ADORED him. But don't worry...Free said this year was just as awesome! Tell James he will love Mrs. Povey and M. Lansing. Your kids are awesome!
email from Mom H:
I too am thankful for these wonderful teachers! It is truly a blessing. And I have the BEST grandkids ever!!! Thanks, again for sharing. Mom H. P.S. the art on James' face is a bit startling...it makes him look much older, almost changes his appearance a bit....perhaps a hint of things to come?
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