The Growing Caldwell Family

  There was a lot of excitement and some nerves as the time to go back to school got close. A new school for both of them meant lots of changes for all of us.  There were events to introduce them to other new kids coming into the grade and some kids who have been there a while. Sarah Graves' was an ice cream social at Jeni's where she knew a few of the current students - Sidney from preschool and Zayla from St. B's.  There was a party for new sixth grade boys, but I didn't get any pictures of them running around! We purchased all the books! Orientation day came for each (separately) and they were able to set up their lockers.  Parents had our own orientation sessions and among many things we learned about the thoughtful planners put together specifically for each grade.  Finally, it was the night before school started! Backpacks loaded and water bottles set for the first day! Pretty excited to not be packing lunches! New shoes for all of us! Our family embracing...

All too soon summer is over and they are headed back to school! Charlie in 5th and Sarah Graves in 8th! Charlie moved up to the upper school meaning this year he is in the same building with Sarah Graves and he gets a new uniform! No plaid for this guy! Here she goes for her last year at St. Benedict's! When she was in kindergarten 2024 felt so far away and we are now nearing the end of this journey!  There go my babies! My prayer is always for teachers and friends who care for them like I do! They both had a great day! Love their homeroom teachers and are excited about the fun ahead! Ice cream to celebrate back to school! Here's to a happy and healthy school year with lots of learning and growth for both of them!