Preschool Graduation

Charlotte had her graduation ceremony at Playmates Preschool today. Our big girl is off to kindergarten in just a few months! 

Charlotte has had such a wonderful experience at Playmates. She made lots of friends, learned some important social skills, and had a ton of fun learning! When looking for a preschool, we really wanted a place where Charlotte felt comfortable, where play was priority, and where learning would be fun. We hit the jackpot! 

Let me tell you about these ladies... 

Mrs. Immke and Mrs. Merrill are the most patient, loving, gentle, caring, and fun preschool teachers! I admire their ability to walk into a room full of 18 four-year-olds every day and smile, laugh, hug, and teach each and every kid. Charlotte's 3-year-old teacher Mrs. Schulz was the same, too. Their gentle nature and positive attitudes made Charlotte look forward to going to school every day. They meet each child where they are and work with them on what they need to learn next. Did I mention they're patient?! :) We love you and offer so much gratitude for all that you've done for our little girl over these last 2.5 years. 

The ceremony was so cute - all of the kiddos in their hats! Mrs. Merrill announced all of their names and where they're headed for kindergarten. They were presented with a certificate and a really sweet memory book with snippets of their days at preschool.  

We're so proud of Charlotte and all she has learned in the last couple of years both at home and at preschool. We're also so excited for the next phase - kindergarten - after a nice, long summer, of course! Charlotte will be going to Metcalf Lab School at ISU in August and Natalie will start in the 3's class at Playmates. Natalie is so excited to go to preschool and Charlotte is so excited for all of the adventures to come next year in kindergarten!