IPS/Butler University Laboratory School

This morning was filled with a buzz of engaging activity! The children were doing things in preparation of the summer and next year. They were making writer’s workshop books, they were washing, rinsing, and drying toys we have played with, they were sorting and organizing materials, they were sharpening materials, and they were making some bead toys! It was fun to see this activity because it showed me how much they have grown this year. At the beginning of the year, I would not have been able to engage so closely with kiddos while they were working independently because they would need my support here and there and now they are so independent that they do not need me!

I want to tell you a story. At the end of the day we were talking about how tomorrow is our last day of school and how we would not see our friends for quite a few weeks. While we were lining up, I saw a couple of tears stream down one of our friend’s faces. I asked him why he was sad, and he started crying harder saying that he did not want summer to start! It just broke my heart to see him so sad, but then I started thinking that is what we want (not a child crying) but the children not wanting to leave school. His tears showed that he felt a part of this community and he felt connected to those around him. His tears showed that he has grown into a strong child who believes in himself as a person and as a learner. It was a moment for me that I will not forget.

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