And we're off on another academic year of adventure here in Italy! We are so very proud of our now THIRD, FIFTH and PRIMA MEDIA (6th) graders in the family. There were a bit of nerves running through the two older kids over the weekend in anticipation of their first day. However, we are thankful for a good night's rest and stomachs that could handle breakfast this morning. And now that the first day is over with, they are all feeling so much better and excited to report that their first day was "AWESOME!"
Luca had no arguments or worries about heading back to school. He of course led the pack on our walk to school, as is normal. He was non-stop chatter all the way home about his morning...telling us how he talked about his vacation in America and that his friend Nati saved him a seat and that he didn't get in trouble. We are so proud and encouraged to see how much Luca has been speaking in Italian since we got back. The quote of the day from Luca was: "this was the awesomest day of my life!"
Emma also had a good morning and much relieved that there were no interrogations! The academics can be tough here, but thankfully they kick off the school year gradually with half days for the entire first week.
Samuel started middle school today and of course they began the assembly to parents and incoming 6th graders by saying that middle school lasts 3-5 years as you can only fail twice. No wonder these kids get all freaked out before they even begin middle school. The pressure is on! Just take a look at the stack of books Samuel has...and he is still missing 2 or 3! Oh, and here we start to pay for books in middle school with the price tag of what you would expect for college academics. Crazy, huh?!
Samuel was happy to have three other classmates from 5th grade in his section and is feeling much better having the first day under his belt. Now off to start his French homework for the night!
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