Private school.
Wow, these are some big changes.
Today is Ally’s first day. It feels so big and important. She was so calm and relaxed about it. In the car ride to school, it’s about 25 minutes, she told me she thought going to our public high school wouldn’t have been good for her mental health. My heart just about burst. It’s true. It wouldn’t have been good for her. 2000 students, poor support, high stress environment.
Never would I have thought I’d send our daughter to private school. But this school. We have so much hope and optimism. Small class sizes, true differentiated learning, lots of academic support as well as social and emotional support. Tons of executive function coaching. A competitive but small and accessible sports program. Arts classes. And some diversity. It’s just the ideal situation to set Ally up for a successful 4 years. I am incredibly grateful for the ability to send her to this school. And to all of the support we’ve had so far so she understands and is excited about this school and this opportunity.
So much love for this smart, strong, beautiful girl.
All summer she wore her “strength” charm necklace we got her after the pain clinic, and a butterfly necklace from Grandma and Poppy (silver). But last night she decided she wanted to wear her A initial necklace layered with something else. Gold jewelry she decided was what she wanted for the first day.
She looks like herself. She was at ease getting ready, no nerves at all. She ate a good breakfast, which was wonderful.
One last smile for me as she got out of the car.
One last smile for me as she got out of the car.
She promptly met up with one of her new friends and walked in.
It’s a long day.
Orientation today 830-300 and then volleyball practice 330-530. I’m going to miss her today but am so excited for her.
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