School "Happenings"

To say that we have been busy, is an understatement.  Between kindergarten and preschool, it seems like something fun is always happening!  So let me recap on all the thins that have been going on:

Two weeks ago both the girls' schools did a little something for Grandparents Day.  Ella's entire kindergarten put on a wonderful program!  In the evening all the parents and grandparents were invited, and then all 6 classes were on stage singing ADORABLE songs!  Eric's parents were able to come watch, so that made it special for Ella.  We took a ton of pictures (of course) and video, but here are a few pictures:

Ella - top row

Ella and a classmate

Afterwards there were lots of cookies and drinks for everyone to enjoy.  It was a lot of fun!  Then the following day, Abby's class did a little performance as well.  The kids all sang a song and then had a craft to give.  Linda was able to come watch Abby, so that was special for her.  But I am kicking myself because I was in "teacher mode" and not "mom mode" and I forgot to bring my camera to take pictures.  Luckily a parent in the class took a little video and e-mailed it to me which was nice.  (Not to worry - I did remember my camera the following week for the firefighters.)

The following week Ella had her first "official" girl scout meeting.  She is in Daisies and there are about 10 kids in her troop.  One was a friend from preschool last year, and two others are friends in her class this year.  At her first meeting she got to meet the other girls, learn the girl scout code, and make a fun craft:

So if anyone loves those girl scout cookies (hint. hint) talk with me after Christmas!

Oh, Ella also got her school pictures back!  When did she grow up?!  (Abby has her pictures taken this week.)

Then this week Abby had her first "field trip"!  It was an onsite field trip and the local fire department came to talk about safety and let all the kids climb in the fire truck.  Such fun!!!  Abby had a really good time with it!  Plus, at the end they gave everyone fire hats!  (What is more fun than that, right??)  =)

In line to climb onto the big truck.

This is her FAVORITE thing to play with at recess.

Showing off her PINK fire hat at home.

The girls are loving kindergarten and preschool (me too!)!