William's (first) Last Day of School

Can't believe William's first school year is complete. When he started in late August, he wasn't a big brother yet. He sometimes got tears in his eyes at dropoff time, but quickly learned to love school, his little friends, and his teachers. (He actually has a HUGE crush on one of the subs and talks about her all the time! It is hilarious. He told us that she is pretty, has pretty hair, and "nice, dark eyebrows." Haha! Look out, ladies.)

When he heard that there would be a little "graduation," he asked if that meant that he was done with school "forever," and if he would be a lawyer. Guess someone really listens when Esch and I talk about things!

Took a few pictures in the same spot (with that darn bucket - this is the one thing we don't like about his preschool!) and will have to do a side-by-side with his first day shots. He has grown several inches for sure.

YAY!!!

He actually kept saying he was sad because "I wuv my cool," but I coached him
to be excited that it was Summer. :) Someday I'm sure this won't be necessary! 

Three year olds doing their best to sit still and pay attention to the little "graduation" ceremony in their classroom.

Ha!

William's turn! Miss Nichelle read some "fun facts" about each child and handed them their dimploma. 

Very serious.

We loved Ms. Nichelle. She and Ms. Stacey were perfect first teachers for our little student.

There was a lunch picnic outside afterwards (it was HOT! almost 90 that day) and as we said goodbyes to little friends, teachers, aides, and pulled out of the parking lot, William made sure to ask if he was coming back again next year. The answer, of course, is yes! He'll be moving to a 3-day classroom (still 2.5 hours) and after such a great introduction this year, I know he'll love it and continue to thrive. Funny how a 2-minute "ceremony" can still feel as momentous as the real thing and make your heart burst with pride.