Sunday, February 26, 2012

School Celebration

Mason and Zach both attend the Antioch Charter Academy. We moved Mason to this school when he was in second grade, and it was one of the best moves we've ever made. The Charter School is a Montessori-based program as well as multi-aged program. It's a K-8 school so this means it is Mason's last year. The school just went through a major accreditation and held a "celebration", which they opened to the community to showcase some of the amazing things the school does. They really relied upon their students to showcase all programs the school has to offer. Mason did a power point presentation in which he shared what 8th grade is all about at this school. He was very impressive - even some high school teachers were impressed not only with his manner of speaking and ability to stay calm in front of adults, but also in his power point presentation skills (they use power point quite a bit in both 7th & 8th grades). I was very proud of Mason!



Zachary is a third grader - and usually the school only allows 4th graders and up to play an instrument. However, Zach and 2 of his friends are at the top of their class and doing so well that they were given special permission to play in beginning band. Zachary chose to play the trumpet - just like Dad! It was fun to listen to the beginning band perform, but especially to watch Zachary play. By the end of the day, however, he did comment that his lips were a bit sore! :)

2 comments:

  1. Wow! Good for you Mason & Zach! We are so proud of you for doing so well... but, hey... we KNEW you were great young men already!!! And hey, send a little of that warm sunshine OUR way!!! puhleeze....
    love & miss you
    Nana & Papa

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  2. Guys, so impressed with what you are doing in school. Zach, a 3rd grader being honored to be able to play in the band that is usually only 4th graders--all I can say is WOW! Mason, what an honor to be asked to be one of the major presenters to adults. That tells me that you are a leader and are on a great path. Respect is something that must be earned and it sounds like you have earned the respect of teachers, advisors, fellow students and adult educators who attended the open house! Great job!!! I know both of you are learning the skills that will help you in the future and especially when you are called to serve your missions. Love ya, Elder and Sister NAPA

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