Graduation

Yes, I'm finally catching up on all the events of May and the beginning of June.  So just pretend it's not as hot as it really is yet (especially if you're here in N Texas) and sit back and enjoy!

Gracie had a great kindergarten year.  The graduation celebration was an hour long program featuring songs, slides from the year, recognition for different reading accomplishments, attendance awards, and then the most important part, the awarding of the diploma!  Gracie was super excited about switching over her tassel - she knew that once she did that she would officially "graduate" from kindergarten.

It was a lovely program (like all of the other one's they have done this year) and the kids performed an amazing amount of songs with movements accompanying the words.  And after the program, there was an amazing reception out on the lawn, under a huge oak tree decorated with lights.  As part of the school's tradition, the first grade parents put together this reception for the kindergarten.  I really like this tradition and am looking forward to being part of it next year! 

   Do you see that excited smile on her face?  I thought she (and all the other kindergartners) might just explode with happiness and excitement!

Gracie was full of silliness that night as well!

And finally, check out the tassel in the picture below. 

Receiving her diploma from Mrs. Werner and Mrs. Matejka.  Thank you ladies, for a wonderful year!