Pre-K Graduation

I've never been one to make a big deal about graduations, and if you asked me most days, I'd probably tell you I think a pre-k graduation ceremony sounds a bit excessive and unnecessary. (Where's my sense of occasion, I know!) I won't say the word "excessive" didn't cross my mind on Ben's graduation day, but the word applied more to the sheer amount of work and attention Benjamin's teachers put into making a really special ceremony for the kids. And the excess was a good thing. The confidence on Benjamin's face and poise in his body as he stood waiting for his "diploma" made him look so proud and grown up. 

These teachers. They had something kind to say about each child during the ceremony. They showed a video montage of interviews with the students. They framed graduation pictures of each child. Ben came home with folders and story books full of projects he had been working on all year. That's not to mention the big bag of crafts he came home with every month. And it was only three days a week! And they went on field trips every week! I'm thankful for their energy and commitment to each student in the class. 

Eliza sure loved her teacher Mrs. Jessica this year.

Eliza with daddy waiting for Ben to walk down the aisle.

Last day of school! 

Blowing bubbles in the tree house: summer has begun.