First we met the kindergarten teachers. There are 4 and each typically has 15-20 students per class. The class rooms were very nice. The rooms were packed with activities, audio-visual equipment, computers, artwork, etc. It was exactly what I pictured it would be. Abby liked that each desk had a nameplate with that student's name on it and a basket of school supplies.
The teachers gave her a "goodie bag". Its contents were:
- pencil
- beanie baby
- pamphlet on "No Child Left Behind"
- pamphlet on literacy
- pamphlet on preparing kids for school
- list of things to work on for kindergarten (raising hand, not interrupting, etc.)
- blue t-shirt that reads "Watch Out Kindergarten Here I Come"
Next we took Abby to have a language/speech assessment . She seemed really comfortable and didn't have any problem with it.
We went to the gymnasium next and met the principle. The kids played on an inflatable bouncer while we talked. She has been at this elementary school for 20+ years and actually lives near some of our friends. She was wonderful and I feel really great about her being in charge.
Then we took Abby to the cafeteria. She walked through the lunch line and met one of the cafeteria workers. She gave Abby a breakfast box (pre-packaged cereal, juice). Abby was very happy to see that the cafeteria sells apple juice boxes.
So that was our tour of the school. Overall Josh and I were inpressed. Being in a rural community, we weren't really sure what to expect. The school was in good shape and clean. The library was beautiful - I hope Abby gets alot of enjoyment from that. It seemed that the school had everything to provide a good learning environment.
Now it is up to Josh and I to provide a good learning environment at home and help her understand the importance of doing well in school and getting an education.
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