Cole has never liked school very much and this year didn't start any differently. But a few weeks in something changed. He's excited to go, doesn't complain too much about getting ready in the mornings, does his homework first thing when he gets home and tells us small tidbits of his day. I think he's finally encountered a challenge that interests him, learning a new language. His teacher tells us he's expressing himself and participating, he's made friends and socially enjoys the school very much. He was determined to speak French which only made him prouder of his English capabilities. He's happy to read out loud at night and takes an interest in deciphering his harder books after bedtime. With the most academic year at stake, it was the right decision for him.
Lauren also runs into her classroom every morning, even amidst the already dynamic girl social world of pre-k. She hasn't taken so keenly to the "school language" but begrudgingly she's admitting she understands and is picking up vocabulary.
Caroline is in an adorable two-year old class with sweet, caring teachers. She tells me she has friends and is often holding hands with someone when I pick her up on the playground. Her comprehension is very high and she is beginning to speak to her classmates and teachers but shuts it off in lieu of English once I come to get them.
We're very happy with the educational system we've seen thus far with plenty of extras throughout the day and a very high level of discipline and expectations for the children.
