Catholic School's Week

Last evening was the kick-off celebration for Catholic School's Week. Some people ask why we send Jackson to a Catholic school and other than saying, "well, that's where we went, so that's where we're sending him," there are a lot of reason that we chose Saint Michael School. This year has proven to be the best (and most challenging at times) school year for Jackson yet and we think it's because:

1. Jackson gets to commute with me in the mornings.

2. He gets the opportunity to see his Mom, Dad, Aunt, Ga-Ga, and Pop volunteering in his school weekly.

3. He has a classroom full of wonderful friends  - imagine of the 23 students, 14 are boys and they are all good friends and are really good kids (so are the girls:).

4. He gets to learn about religion in the classroom and gets to say 'Thank you', through prayer, for the many blessings he has, many times throughout the day.

Hermit crabs in Jackson's classroom (George and Polamalu and one other one that gets named tomorrow)

 Jackson's desk

 Jackson with his teacher. She has been a wonderful leader and role model for Jackson this year. She obviously loves her job and takes such special care of each student.

 Jackson's class rules (I think we could all be reminded to follow these - imagine if we did, life might just be a little more simple).

 Morning routine (I like #2- keep those kids sanitary!)

 Jackson's essay for Catholic School's Week!

 Jackson with one of his best buddies, Evan. I like this photo b/c they didn't know I was taking it and they're all 'in action'.



We are very happy with Jackson's education and it is really a good thing to have this week to focus on why we chose this school for Jack.

Speaking of school..........Jude got to visit preschool this past week. He's all signed up to start 4 y/o preschool this fall @ Little Saints Preschool (where Jackson went). He's pretty excited. We're a little in denial that he turns 4 this summer and is ready to start school :(