Life in Kindergarten

Molly has almost completed her first 2 weeks of kindergarten. I have to admit that things started a little shaky with her teacher, but we seem to have it all sorted out and things are going well now. I have volunteered twice in her class so far, and it looks like I've secured childcare for the twins so that I can be in the class every Friday. The teacher definitely needs all the help she can get, because there's 31 kids. But I am THRILLED with the school and level of parental participation. Both times I was in the class there were FOUR other parents in there helping. What a difference that makes!


The school is definitely holding true to its history of having high standards. I was shocked how quickly (and to what extent) they've started teaching these kids their fundamentals. Even the "fun" activities have scholastic foundations. It's pretty amazing. Here's Molly working in her class.


But there's also a component of music and movement in every class which I appreciate. It's fun to see the kids really get into it.


And they also get time to play out on the playground. There's a separate playground for the kindergarteners which is nice... so they don't get trampled by the bigger kids.


I have to say, the kids in her class are SO GOOD! It's probably a reflection of how involved the parents are. I'm so thankful that she's with such a great group of kids!