Elizabeth had spirit week in school last week. They participated in various activities for the week. On Monday Elizabeth was in an oreo stacking contest for the "Anything Goes" assembly which was boys vs. girls. Her team won. Tuesday brought back the 80's. It was fun finding clothes for Elizabeth to dress up in for 80's days. It brought back A TON of memories. Did we come close enough?
Wednesday brought crazy hair day; Thursday brought pajama day; and Friday brought superhero day. Friday also brought a special award for Elizabeth. She was one of 6 recipients in her grade for the LION OF THE QUARTER award. Six students from each grade were chosen for their outstanding academics, citizenship, friendship and all around attitude displayed for the 2nd quarter. We are very proud of her and her accomplishments. She received another outstanding report card this semester.
She has one game left for Jr. Jazz on Saturday. They have won every game except for one. She has just started Young Women's Basketball and they have won every game so far.
Alesea's reading has skyrocketed. She reads anything and everything she can get her eyes on. She has also taken up the "hobby" of trying to spell everything she can. Her teacher recommended that she test for the ALPS program, which is the Accelerated Learning Program for Students. This is the program that Elizabeth was in. Alesea starts testing for the program tomorrow morning. She will have another test in two weeks. We will then be notified of her results in April. She is doing outstanding in school as well. She is still our little comedian.
James is doing better as far as tantrums and fits go. He doesn't bully kids as much anymore either. He hasn't completely stopped, but he is getting better. He loves to hang out with his big sisters. He is trying to learn to sing the alphabet song. He loves music and stories. He is also trying to learn to count. He is becoming a little comedian as well.
Mike's work is going well. He finally received a much deserved raise.
My work is going well.
I am going to add a section for my brother, David. Hopefully he doesn't shoot me for this, because he is very humble, but I am very proud of him and his accomplishments. He received an award from the Secretary of the Air Force for some of his accomplishments. Here are a couple of links to the article. Please be aware the photo is courtesy of U.S. Air Force photo/staff Sgt. Christina M. Styer.
I hope everyone is doing well. I will try to post an update more quickly next time, and until then, enjoy your days.
