First Day of School

I finally got Rix and Bryce's first day of school pictures! I temporarily lost my camera and used Carissa's, so it took a while to get them, but better late then never, right? We continued our tradition of "The Week of Fun" where we try to do something fun every day before school starts. This year we went to McDonalds, Pump it Up, the park, and let them go to Target and pick out their first day of school shirt (which is something we have done every year). Rix chose Star Wars and Bryce chose a monster shirt. I can't believe Rix is already in 2nd grade and Bryce is in kindergarten! I feel so OLD!

Rix on the first day of school

This year Rix has Mrs. Brown for his teacher. He had her last year for reading and really liked her. She's older and very experienced and she's really good for Rix. She keeps him challenged in his school work, but also knows how to keep him motivated. She has a rewards system that allows them to get priveleges and treats if they do what they are supposed to do, which I like because it gives Rix some accountability. Olivia (his cousin) is in his class this year and it's been fun to see them together. And it's been nice when I have homework questions to be able to call Carissa!



Bryce on the first day of Kindergarten

Bryce was so excited to start kindergarten this year! He has Ms. Faughender (Rix had her too) and we love her! She is so patient with the kids and Bryce is learning so much! He is starting to read simple words and loves coming home with new songs and chants that she teaches them to help them remember letters and stuff. He is making friends and is getting more confident in his writing and drawing abilities. His first few homework assignments required him to draw pictures, and he turned them in blank because he thought he was a bad drawer, but he is getting better at drawing and thinking he can do things.

We are excited for school at Park Lodge this year! With Carissa and my mom and me on PTA we have helped plan lots of fun activities for the kids! I'm really looking forward to watching them participate in everything we have planned!