First Two Weeks of Preschool Were A Success!

Well I have successfully survived my son's first two weeks of preschool, and so has he. Here are some pictures of my little man.

He did exactly what I thought he would do the first day, he marched right in. I'm sure because it was new and he was curious, but I was glad to see that he was so comfortable. I was ok, because I knew he was ok and wasn't scared! He's such a big boy and I'm so proud of him!

I appreciate the way the teachers introduced him to the class too. That was very important. They have a "special child" speech that talks about how the child is special and a child of God, which of course Jacob is, however, I didn't want the other kids to see him as "special" and treat him differently or be scared of him. I want him to be seen as just another little boy starting school. Well when they asked the children who wanted to be Jacob's helper for the day, it was so exciting to hear that all of the children raised their hands. He was being accepted!

So they chose a little boy, who is very introverted as they thought it would be good for him to learn to help another child as he has a new baby brother. So it worked out perfectly he felt important and Jacob made a new friend. That's what life is about anyway isn't it, making someone else feel good and in the meantime you gain a friend.

The teachers give me a report after every class, and they say he's doing wonderful. He's telling them when he has to go potty, he's learning to use scissors and writing with a crayon or marker. They said he loves gym, although hasn't engaged them when they eat snack. Which is fine, he has such sensory issues with regards to food, I just want him to see other children eating and enjoying it that maybe one day he will get curious enough to try. The teachers still include him by giving him a book to read at the table, so he reads while the others eat.

Preschool has been good for me too, meeting other Moms. I just got asked to be on the Board of a local organization. Plus, the two hours really helps me to sit down and concentrate on my work. Of course, I miss my little guy being around, but when the house is quiet and I know he's happy and safe makes me feel good and hence more productive.

Just picked him up this morning and they had their Easter Party, here's a picture of my little guy's first school project.

So my preschool dreams have been answered, and I'm so thankful.