Liam's First Day of Preschool Prep

Liam had his first day of preschool prep which meets from 8:30-10 all week.  He was very excited to go to school, but was bummed when he found out he was not taking a bus.  I dropped him and he seemed fine, but I don't think he really understood what was happening.  The next 4 days were a little more difficult at drop off, but he was fine a few minutes after we left.  He loved his teacher, meeting new friends and doing artwork.  He will start preschool - 3's in September and will go from 8-11 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.  

Grayson's Last Day of School

Grayson's last day of school at AACA was Wednesday, May 23rd.  His teacher was Ms. Worrell (main teacher), Ms Alice and Ms. Shari.  They were such wonderful teachers and he learned so much from them.  Grayson learned how to spell his name. learned to write the alphabet and how to count to 100 (they said this is a big accomplishment and not one that most kids accomplish).  The teachers told us every year there is one child that excels in building marble mazes and this year it was Grayson.  He has grown so much in the last year.  I love seeing the first day of school vs the last day of school.  I went to his end of year school party at the blue park with his class and it was cute to see them play together.  The next day was his last day of school.  Daddy and I picked him up from school and took him to Sweet Mandy B's for cupcakes.  We are so proud of him and can't wait to see what the future holds for our sweet Grayson. 

Liam's Last Day of School (Tots Program)

Liam did the tots program at AACA on Tuesdays with his nanny Marta.  His teacher was Ms. Shari, who also helped Grayson's class during nap time.  She is such a sweet lady and he adored her, as seen from the kissing picture.  He had fun doing artwork (one from his nanny Marta and one from Bubbles Academy).  Next year Liam will be going to AACA for the preschool - 3 year old program for 3 days a week am (8am - 11am).  We are very excited he got into this program and can't wait to see how he likes preschool.  

Grayson's Last Day of Preschool

Grayson had his last official day of preschool and had fun in front of the camera.  He loves his teacher Ms. Maggie and thinks the world of her.  We are sad that she will be leaving the school later this summer, but Grayson will also be leaving the school.  He was accepted in February to Alphonsus Academy and we couldn't be happier.  There are so many kids in our neighborhood that go to this school and we have heard so many good things about it.  We can't wait to see all the fun things he will do at his new school. The last picture is of his first day of school and his last day of school.  It's amazing to see how much he's grown in the last year.  We love our sweet Grayson so much and love watching him grow and learn.   

Grayson's First Day of Preschool

Grayson had his first day of preschool at Chalk and loved it.  He went to bed early the night before so we could make sure we were on time for his first day.  He likes to sleep in so I had to wake him up at 7am.  When I told him he was going to his favorite jumping/slide place, Pump It Up, he started jumping up and down in excitement.  They go every day from 9:15-9:45 for play time.  Grayson got a new Batman backpack for school so he put several cars in it as well as his "favorite" lovey.  He calls his favorite lovey "favorite" and it makes him feel better whenever he is sad or hurt.  It's so cute how he rubs favorite on his boo boos and it always makes him feel better.

We took several pictures of Grayson holding the "first day of preschool" sign and some with Liam.  We got to the school around 8:20 and I walked him to his room, hung out for a minute and gave him big hugs goodbye and told him I would be back to pick him up.  He said bye, Momma and blew me kisses.  When I called at 10am to check on him his teacher Ms. Maggie said after he realized I left (about 5 minutes later) he started crying.  He got his "favorite" lovey out of his backpack and hugged him.  He cried for about 10-15 minutes, but ended up putting favorite to sleep when they went to Pump It Up.  After that, he did great and was participating in circle time singing songs and having fun.  They also painted with purple paint, played with the toys (cars) and had lunch.  He was eating when I got there and asked for seconds on the chicken and rice.  He had pineapple and loved it and  tried the cauliflower, but said it was yucky and didn't eat it.  His teacher thanked him for trying it.  He was so happy to see me and yelled out, "Hi Momma!"  I was so excited to see him!  He did great during his first day of school and seemed to have a great time.  I asked him if he had fun and he said yes!  When we walked out the director told him he did a great job during his first day of preschool and he shouted, "Thanks!"  It was so cute.  In the car on the way home I asked him if he wanted to go back and he said, "No."  I then told him he would only be going once a week so I think that made him feel better.

Preschool Schedule:

8:15-9:15 Drop-off: Exploration Stations and Individual Learning Opportunities
9:15-9:45 Indoor Gross Motor Play at Pump It Up
9:40-10:15 Snack Time
10:30-11:20 Center Time: Language Works, Handwriting without tears, Everyday Math, Science Rocks, Art Smart, Dramatic Play,  Sensory Activities, Computer & Technology, Construction/Block Building
11:20-11:40 Enrichment Class (Music, Spanish, or Science on rotating schedule)
11:40-11:45 Clean up and get ready for lunch
11:45-12:10 Lunch
12:00-12:30 Story Time and Pick-Up

Here is the recap of what he is doing in class