First Day(s) of School!

The 2016-2017 school year has officially begun, and all three Gilbert kiddos are back at school. Myles and Sydney are both still at Franklin - Myles in 2nd grade with Mrs. Lerner, and Sydney in 1st grade with Mrs. Collier. We're all adjusting to our new routine and the kids are tired by days end, but overall the transition has gone really well. On the first day, Sydney and Myles both climbed up onto the bus without even a second glance. I am proud of my brave kiddos, navigating the world little bits at a time without us by their sides, but I still found myself a little bit nervous (and sad) to see them go. I have high hopes that this is going to be a great year full of growth for both kids!

After Myles and Sydney started school, Ryker was chomping at the bit for his turn. He would say things like, "Now I'll just get my backpack and you'll take me to school, right?" He had to wait a few days for his preschool open house and few more days for his first official day. Finally the day came, and Gilby dropped him off for his first day. Gilby reported that Ryker happily walked right in and got to work being a preschooler. He'll be going two days a week to The Village at Ames, which is the preschool option through our local school district. It seems like a great program and I'm thrilled for him to have this experience! As much as I want him to stay my baby, I am so proud of my confident preschooler and the young boy he is becoming.