Friday, September 7, 2007

Preschool open house

On Wed. we had Amanda's preschool open house. They didn't do much other than meet the teacher and get a tour of the school. It was cute when they took her to see where the bathroom was. Very excitedly I heard her say "I can reach that!" :0) I think she was talking about the sink. I filled out a bunch of paperwork while Dave and the girls looked around. I really like her teacher, she's more of an organized, stay on top of it teacher. I've heard the other teacher is a bit of a flake. I thought the more structured teacher would be better for Amanda. She already has experience with a flaky mom, now let's see how she handles structure. :0)

Below is the school picture they took a few weeks ago. I think it turned out pretty good. This was obviously before the hair cut, but the photographer did a good job. Miss Elaine, Amanda's teacher, also took a pic. when the kids walked in. That way they could have a pic in their cubby so they know which one is theirs.

I was going to go to school with Amanda the first day, but the teacher discouraged me from doing that. She feels it's easier to make a clean break. But, I think I'll play it by ear. I'll follow Amanda's lead. I asked her about it the other day, and she seemed fine, but then started acting worried that the teacher may put her on the school bus when they are done. I told her only people who made special arrangements ride the bus. I was going to pick her up every day. Don't worry. That seemed to calm her down. Should be interesting.

Here's Amanda standing right outside her preschool. She's so excited. I hope she makes lots of friends and really enjoys being there.

Amanda and Sarah playing in the kitchen area of the preschool. Right before I took this picture, Amanda came up to me and said "I want to do something." So, I told her to go play with the little girl in the kitchen. She had fun and I'm hoping that will help her want to go on her own on Mon.

8 comments:

Tracy said...

Cute pictures!! I am sure Amanda will be fine!!! Have a great school year!

Lori said...

Look at how big she is getting.

I'm sure she will have a great first year at preschool.

Stacie said...

Wow. Your little girls are so precious! They are adorable! ;) Amanda's hair cut is very cute!
I bet she'll enjoy preschool.
God bless,
Stacie

the boedecker family said...

Cute pictures! They grow so fast, Janaya is starting this week too! I am sure they will have a great 1st year!!

Jamie said...

That picture turned out so cute!!

I am glad she is so excited for school. That will make things easier...hopefully!

Jamey said...

Cute pictures!! I love that school picture they took. I hope she does good for you, I agree with the teacher that it's easier to make a clean break, but it's so hard with you first. I think it's a good idea to play it by ear, you'll know what to do at the time! Good luck, we'll be waiting to hear how it goes!!

candy said...

Hiya!
Thanks for coming by my blog and leaving a comment :)
You have a nice little family there. CUTE kids :)

Come by again any time. I will drop by here again too :)

Candy

A mom said...

I hope everything went okay yesterday for both of you. Make sure to update us.