Debating on what to write

Okay - first I was going to write how I was feeling today - I may still later but I decided to write about something else - teachers and how they can effect one's life-school staff and how they can effect one's life- student and parent.

I think I am being reflective today so bare with me-

A year ago Marcus started kindergarten- I thought the school I chose was for his best interest- but I was wrong - the website said all these great things about working through and small classrooms- even his psychologist thought it was a great idea. There were a couple of wonderful people who wanted to work with him and see him succeed and kept in contact with me- however when you observe and see what I saw- not just in his classroom but in the lunchroom as well- I am was very disappointed and dismayed at the system and how teachers do not know how to handle children from difficult situations- I learned a lot in the first month of last years school- that I had to fight for my child in all aspects and I took him out of that school and that was the best thing for him.

Now on to the happier side of the coin- I met some wonderful people that were willing to work with him ever so diligently and patiently- they have never dealt with a child with a background and other things he was dealing with - they wanted to give up- but we worked together and I know (they may not admit it) they have accomplished great things with Marcus- he felt loved and he trusted them - they did not give up on him like many before in his life-He is a changed individual- and I could not be more thankful for all there time- and energy (it takes a lot) I am so glad these wonderful people at R club has crossed our paths- in fact Ainsley goes to one of their schools in Clearwater- they are not just teachers and specialist they have become friends- You all are the best and remember you do make a difference in the children you teach- We have come so far-

We had a good day- a very good day- we went to Lori's for a cpuple hours and he was great-

okay I decided to write what else was on my mind-

I know I have written it a lot lately- but I am a little nervous about the 1st day of school- I am trying not to be but I am- I know he has come a long way from where we began last year- but the first day last year really has left a bad tast in my mouth- I know I should not go back there but this is a big step for him- not sure what else to say- say a little prayer for me so I am calm- I like the new school and the people there are very nice- and I have heard wonderful things about the school- I just am ansy- When we get through the first day I will be better