So I have to have a little bragging time about my eldest son. I'm a mom, so I have that right! Last night we went to his parent/teacher conference and got an update on how he's doing. She said things such as he is a great student and well behaved. She said that if she had 24 Bryce's in her class, her job would be easy. She bragged on his attitude at school, the way he behaves, the way he works with other people. She showed us his report card and where he is with his reading and math, etc. He is in the top reading group in his class and she said she is constantly amazed at the things that he is able to read. (well so am I and Josh for that matter) He is reading at almost a second grade level. His journal writing she also said was very advanced for a first grader..he is able to come up with his own ideas to write about which is really good for his age. Again, his writing skills are above grade level. And finally math, she said that he tested the highest in his class for math skills. Above grade level. Oh, and one more thing..she said that in January they are going to be starting a spelling group for only a few students since not many first graders are able to really worry about spelling yet. She said that she is going to put Bryce in that spelling group since he is way beyond a normal first grade speller and she thinks he would benefit from it. Josh and I were so encouraged and proud after talking with his teacher. Especially me since I homeschooled him for most of last year and didn't screw him up! In fact she commented that maybe after all the kids are grown I should become a teacher! Anyway, we are so proud our our Bryce.