it's official
I began this blog with the intention of documenting my triplets first year of being separated at school. (See small kids, small problems)
I thought there was going to be a lot to write about—some difficult periods to get through—but it has all gone so smoothly and we couldn’t be happier! It helps that the two Pre-K rooms are joined by the bathroom, so they can see each other whenever they want, and they also have the opportunity to play together everyday during recess and/or to sit together, etc., on Pre-K field trips and during school assemblies.
Jasmine has really blossomed in her own classroom. She has really benefited from not being just one of the triplets and now stands out as a leader in her class. The teachers told us during our first conference that they often think that if one of them is ever sick “Jasmine could teach the class for that day and do a great job.”
In my opinion, she is happier at home now and more confident and willing to try new things. She was always very capable, but she used to rely on her sisters to button her shirts and zip up her boots, and she doesn’t really do that now.
The other two are also doing really, really well place together in the adjoining classroom. We are especially excited about S. Judy’s progress. (See hoping)
Her teacher told us this week that despite having to struggle with a hearing loss and some speech articulation issues, S. Judy’s level of understanding in the classroom is at the top of her class. We knew she was smart; it’s just so nice to have a teacher recognize this! She still has a long road ahead of her—especially, I think, learning to read, but we are off to a good start.
Cinderella is doing great—as was expected. Being in the same room with S. Judy doesn’t cramp her style at all.
I never thought I would say this when the school year started, but at this point my preference would be to keep them in just this configuration next year--with Cinderella and S. Judy together in one room and Jasmine by herself in another. If they are doing so, so well, academically, socially, and emotionally, why rock the boat?
I think being “fair” is more about making sure that each girl gets what is best for her based on her individual personality and needs than it is about making sure each girl gets the same exact amount of time in her own classroom.
But there is still an entire half of the school year remaining…we’ll see.
I thought there was going to be a lot to write about—some difficult periods to get through—but it has all gone so smoothly and we couldn’t be happier! It helps that the two Pre-K rooms are joined by the bathroom, so they can see each other whenever they want, and they also have the opportunity to play together everyday during recess and/or to sit together, etc., on Pre-K field trips and during school assemblies.
Jasmine has really blossomed in her own classroom. She has really benefited from not being just one of the triplets and now stands out as a leader in her class. The teachers told us during our first conference that they often think that if one of them is ever sick “Jasmine could teach the class for that day and do a great job.”
In my opinion, she is happier at home now and more confident and willing to try new things. She was always very capable, but she used to rely on her sisters to button her shirts and zip up her boots, and she doesn’t really do that now.
The other two are also doing really, really well place together in the adjoining classroom. We are especially excited about S. Judy’s progress. (See hoping)
Her teacher told us this week that despite having to struggle with a hearing loss and some speech articulation issues, S. Judy’s level of understanding in the classroom is at the top of her class. We knew she was smart; it’s just so nice to have a teacher recognize this! She still has a long road ahead of her—especially, I think, learning to read, but we are off to a good start.
Cinderella is doing great—as was expected. Being in the same room with S. Judy doesn’t cramp her style at all.
I never thought I would say this when the school year started, but at this point my preference would be to keep them in just this configuration next year--with Cinderella and S. Judy together in one room and Jasmine by herself in another. If they are doing so, so well, academically, socially, and emotionally, why rock the boat?
I think being “fair” is more about making sure that each girl gets what is best for her based on her individual personality and needs than it is about making sure each girl gets the same exact amount of time in her own classroom.
But there is still an entire half of the school year remaining…we’ll see.
posted by kim at 7:17 AM
3 Comments:
I find this all fascinating. I am not sure when I will put my kids in different classes. Maybe first grade?
It's very fascinating to me, too. I am so surprised at how it is all turning out. And, I don't know if twins would be a different experience, but it probably just depends on each individual kid's personality.
When I read how your daughters are doing, it made me wonder how we will know if one would do better in a separate class. Trial and error? Scares me a little...
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