Lily School Update

Lily is doing so well in school.  It is wonderful to hear her excitement each day as she tells us about what she learned, whether it's about the Bible, letter sounds, playground time, friends, arts and crafts or any of the other fun things she is doing.  Last Wednesday, Mrs. Worrell gave her a special award that says "WOW!!" on it because she packed up her things so quickly.  Lily was so proud of herself, so she and Bama stopped by the office to show Ryan and me on their way to pick up Mia from school.  I loved seeing how excited this made her.  She loves to come home and do "homework."  Mrs. Worrell does not assign any kind of homework, but Lily has a great time practicing her letters and letter sounds.  She's doing great.

She also received her first report card last week.  She received an "E" (which means Excellent/Outstanding - exceeding expectations) for Bible, Phonics/Reading, Mathematics, Penmanship and Work/Study Habits.  She received an "S" (for Satisfactory - meeting expectations) in Character/Conduct.  Mrs. Worrell had three comments to write about Lily:
1. "Lily has done an excellent job reciting verses learned thus far."  We love that they learn a class Bible verse (Ephesians 4:32) and then a verse for each letter of the alphabet.  This week they are working on letter D which is "Do all things without grumbling or complaining," Philippians 2:14.  It's amazing to me how she so easily soaks up and remembers these verses. 
2. "Lily is kind to classmates and uses great manners.  I look forward to seeing her grow in wisdom and maturity this year."  There are 8 girls and 3 boys, and it's fun to see the friendships already growing.  Today, on the class notes Mrs. Worrell sent home, she wrote "Lily is so kind to her classmates.  Today in line I saw her offer to scoot over to let a friend in who had no place.  Also, she colored a picture for a friend and used her favorite colors."  It makes me so proud to hear that she is being kind and considerate of others!
3. "Lily consistently does excellent work.  Her focus and attention in class sets her up for success in every subject!"  I think a good work ethic is very important, and it sounds like Lily is on the right track.

I know this post is 100% me bragging about her, but I can't help it.  I am such a proud Mommy!