Junior Kindergarten

"You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.

You're on your own.
And you know what you know.
You are the guy who'll decide where to go."
- Dr. Seuss


Auntie Colleen came to the house to help out with the first morning. This was especially helpful as Tom had a work obligation that was scheduled before he knew the date of Tavish's first day. She joined us for the inaugural walk to school and then walked around with Keva so I could put my full focus on this important day.

Tavish: First day of school (Junior Kindergarten)

Tavish's support crew for the walk to his first official day

Auntie Colleen's 'good luck' handshake

MOMENT: Let Him Go

To be honest, it took every ounce of strength (and posed positivity) I had to leave Tavish at the school with his teacher. From drop off, I went to the Office, despite my fear of being 'that parent', to address my concerns with the Principal. The good news is that it worked, his first day would be his only day in that classroom. He was moved into Ms. C's class after the weekend to join another 32 JK/SK children. Also good news, Daddy was able to accompany us to Tavish's second, first day of school which was especially memorable because they both rode their bicycles!

Daddy and Tavish on day 2 of the first day of school

** Spoiler Alert: Tavish would only be in Ms. C's class for 3 1/2 weeks before he is moved again into a smaller class with Ms. T. Yay! This is where things begin looking up for our first experience as parents of a child in the public education system...