Award ceremonies are held quarterly at Big Sister's school. She was acknowledged during the first quarter and was extremely bummed during the 2nd & 3rd quarters as she was not recognized for any one subject. Much to her surprise, along with Hubby and I, last week she was singled out to receive the "Shining Star Award in Math." Upon entering the gym and seeing us in the bleachers, she knew she would get an award, but, thought it would be for Reading or Spelling (as did I). Unfortunately, I did not have the camera ready for the look of shock on her face when her name was called!
Although she did not have the highest grade in the class, she was recognized for her efforts in grasping math concepts at an accelerated rate and receiving high scores on her standarized tests taken in April. I think we were all baffled as the mantras "Check over your work" and "Show your work" have become most repetitive when reviewing her math work.
This certificate has truly bolstered her confidence! Not only has she has eagerly delved into the 3rd grade Math packet she must complete prior to school starting in the fall. We have spent afternoons counting and multiplying M&M's, learning to play Yahtzee, and adding up receipts to keep the math skills sharp!
Proud Little Girl! 
2 comments:
Duuude!!!...Mad Props On Not Having The Camera Ready To Go Fro!!
YAY Madeline Bean!! WOOT!! I am so super proud of you! I am jealous too, because Ms. Erin is NOT good at math at all! I bet Taryn would love to do your math workbooks with you! She loves doing hers! Congratulations! I am glad your award was a surprise, even if Momma didn't have the camera ready!! :)
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