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School has started!

September 1, 2015 By Shann 83 Comments

Here we go!

As you are reading this, my baby is at school. He has gotten on the bus with his lunch packed, teeth brushed, and brand new back pack. Fingers crossed that he has found his classroom and is already having fun.

How did we get here? Seriously. The last 5 years have just slipped by, and I don’t know that I’m handling this transition all too well. I’ve been in a funk for the last couple weeks, and I wonder if deep down this is the reason.

 

But, enough about me….let’s talk about last night!

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It was our chance to see my son’s classroom, bring in all his supplies, get his picture taken, and most importantly, meet his teacher and teaching assistants.

The school gave a window of time to do all this. Pictures were taken between 2 pm and 6 pm, and teachers were available from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. My husband decided to get off work early, and we planned on arriving by 4 pm. We figured we’d miss the big rush at the beginning.

When we arrived, the parking lot was pretty crazy. Cars parked in the grass, and people either in a rush to get in or get out. I was glad my husband was driving, and he was calm. He found us a spot pretty quick, and we headed in.

We decided to head in to get the picture done right away. My son seemed a little freaked out because there were a ton of people everywhere, and very little direction. Luckily, I had pre-ordered our pictures, so we only had to wait a couple of minutes, then the picture was done. Phew.

Next, time to find the classroom and meet his teacher. I had a whole bag full of his supplies to drop off. ย Luckily, they had signs and we found his classroom pretty quickly. He even has his own locker! ย So crazy how times have changed. I think we had a cubby hole when I was in kindergarten.

He was pretty shy meeting his teacher, but she seemed super nice. They also have two assistants, which is great. All three women were great and tried to make everyone feel welcome.

We found his mailbox, put away his nap mat, wrestled with the locker shelf, and then practiced opening and closing the locker a couple of times. We went and looked around the school a little, but then my son was ready to go. In all fairness, it was extremely hot, and there were a lot of people. I think it was a little overwhelming. I know it was to me.

Once we got home, we had dinner, got the twins to bed, and then it was time to prepare for tomorrow. I got all his lunch supplies ready, laid out his outfit, and his back pack is set.

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All that’s left is getting ย a good night’s sleep. I’m not sure if that will happen because I know my son is super excited, and I’m super anxious.

Wish us luck!

 

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Filed Under: Back-to-School, School Tagged With: back pack, kindergarten, lunch bag, meeting the teacher, school, school pictures, school supplies, teacher, teaching assistants

Comments

  1. heylittlefighterblog says

    September 1, 2015 at 9:42 am

    My gosh… such mixed feelings! It’s good to see your excitment. We had so much fear and worry lol and just started virtual school. Caleb still has medical concerns so this is a great compromise. Enjoy your first year buddies!!!
    Michelle – heylittlefighter.com

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 9:43 am

      Thank you! Best of luck to Caleb in virtual school. I think that sounds great for him! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. alyssabderose says

    September 1, 2015 at 9:49 am

    Such a BIG day! My Mom is a kindergarten teacher and trust me, he’s in good hands. Those teachers have hearts of gold. I’m sure he’ll do great! (And so will you!)

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:54 pm

      Thank you. That makes me feel better ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. caitlincheevers says

    September 1, 2015 at 10:22 am

    A locker in kindergarten?! I’m so jealous! I didn’t get one until 8th grade! ๐Ÿ˜‰ And I LOVE the lunch box and backpack. SO CUTE!
    xo, Caitlin
    And Possibly Dinosaurs

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:54 pm

      Thank you! All we had was desks until middle school too ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. nmiller00 says

    September 1, 2015 at 10:25 am

    Awwww! I know how you feel. I watch my little 5 year old walk into the school each day as he is looking back at me still unsure of it all. Such a mixed bag of emotions!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      It really is! I’m sure in a couple weeks it will all be OK, but right now I miss him terribly.

      Reply
  5. Becky @ Disney in your day says

    September 1, 2015 at 10:41 am

    Wow, lockers in kindergarten! It’s nice you for to preview things with him. I hope he has a fun first day!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Brooke Fedigan says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:24 am

    Boy, I remember that day, fondly nowโ€ฆ Our guy starts middle school which here is 6th grade and our little miss starts 4th. We don’t go back until after Labor Day! We’re all excited for the new year. Best of luck to you on the new school year.

    Brooke

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  7. Katie says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:50 am

    Best of luck! My son starts kindergarten next year and I’m ALREADY anxious!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      It’s such a big change!

      Reply
  8. Mistle says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:55 am

    Your son is so adorable! Starting school for any age is completely nerve wrecking. I can’t believe they have lockers now. As you said, when I went to kindergarten we had cubby holes. So crazy! Hopefully his first day went great and he meets a lot of new friends. That always makes things better. I love his lunch box!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:51 pm

      That was my husband’s gift to him…he’s huge VW fan. Thank you so much for your comments ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  9. Donni says

    September 1, 2015 at 12:48 pm

    Aww how exciting! Although, I’m sure sending him off was hard. I wish him a fantastic first year!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:51 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  10. Love Peace Beauty says

    September 1, 2015 at 1:03 pm

    Awww Shann, I’m with ya! As a teacher, I use to get emotional at kindergarten orientation just knowing my little ones would be there someday! Yesterday my FB feed was filled with first day pics and it seems so bittersweet – I value education so much but it’s an emotional journey to let our little ones be so independent! Hang in there – you have reached such a memorable milestone and I hope his first day is awesome!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:50 pm

      It is a really emotional journey. Thank you for your kind words. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. Traci@tracesoffaith says

    September 1, 2015 at 2:37 pm

    I hope it goes well! I ended up with such RESPECT for kindergarten teachers because they take our little babies and make them students. Truly. A great way to lock in your memories mama.

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      Thank you, and me too for the teachers ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Charlotte says

    September 1, 2015 at 2:43 pm

    Awww, I love reading these back-to-school posts today. Your son looks so excited (and I’m sure I’d be much more nervous about him starting soon than he is, too). I love his lunch bag ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      Oh yes, I was much more nervous. I know he’ll love it…I just miss him.

      Reply
  13. Portia Lindi moagel says

    September 1, 2015 at 3:15 pm

    Very scary for me to this day I still find first day of each school difficult for my 8 years old. Don’t know how I will cope when the baby goes to achool

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:58 pm

      I think this one will be the hardest for me. The twins will at least have each other.

      Reply
  14. Sicorra says

    September 1, 2015 at 3:31 pm

    That sounds very exciting! I hope he had a wonderful first day, and that he makes lots of new friends, and enjoys himself this year.

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:58 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  15. Neely (@Neelykins) says

    September 1, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    Aww so exciting!

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  16. Cynthia @craftoflaughter says

    September 1, 2015 at 6:20 pm

    It’s so exciting! The years will fly by now, it will

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      No! Make them stop!

      Reply
  17. Bethany says

    September 1, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    That is the cutest lunch box!!! I am a adult and I still want one ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      My husband got it for him…and I think he wanted to keep it ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  18. goodenufmommy says

    September 1, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    Aw what a little cutie! You did it momma! You survived! And so did he! I’m sure it’ll be a great year!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  19. Tricia Leigh Artim says

    September 1, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Yay kindergarten!! Congratulations and I know you all are going to be awesome!!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:56 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Lauren English says

    September 1, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    Yay for your little man! I’m sure it’s a day full of all sorts of emotions but I bet you’re pretty dang proud too. ๐Ÿ™‚ Good luck to him!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:56 pm

      I’m definitely proud. And you’re right…so many emotions.

      Reply
  21. Sara Strand says

    September 1, 2015 at 8:25 pm

    I’m the PTO President at my kids’ school and I can’t even tell you how many excited kids I saw today (just kidding, it was 323 exactly) or how many crying/teary moms I saw. Tomorrow will be far worse, that’s for sure! Good luck, mama!

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    • Shann says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:56 pm

      Oh no! Don’t say that!

      Reply
  22. brittanyashmore says

    September 1, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    Cute!!!! My son started Kinder this year too and he loooooves Star Wars! Hope it’s been a great week so far!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  23. cramos13 says

    September 1, 2015 at 9:22 pm

    Aw, I hope he had a great first day of school! I remember my kid’s first day…I cried like a baby. Next year my grandson will start kindergarten and I’m so nervous too.

    I hope he makes lots of friends and has a great school year!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      Thank you! Good to know I’m not the only one who cried!

      Reply
  24. serenemomblog says

    September 1, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    Aww, time really is flying! I hope he had a great first day, and many more. Did you cry?

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      Yes. And feel like it today too.

      Reply
  25. Ros Emely@stressfreemommies says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:12 pm

    Good Luck! so exciting, I am sure your son is going to love it.

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 5:58 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. 204 Park says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:49 pm

    What an exciting time! Wishing him the best first year ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  27. Rachel Mouton says

    September 2, 2015 at 4:29 am

    So stinkin’ cute! Kindergarten is such a fun grade ๐Ÿ™‚

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  28. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:07 am

    My boys start today. They are going into 3rd and 6th grades this year.

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  29. Claudette Esterine says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:44 am

    Hope you son had a great day and you managed to get some rest – ready for Day 2. It gets easy as the days go by and you all fall into the new routine. Much love!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      Thank you so much Claudette.

      Reply
  30. Tina says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:48 am

    What a great blog!! It brings me back to when I first took Lauren to school. I actually got on the school bus with her (and a group of very noisy but scared little children) to take her the first day. It was exciting and we were all anxious. Things have changed in 25 years. A locker? no way! But the teachers were TERRIFIC then and I’m certain they still are!! Enjoy these childhood years because they pass too fast!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:29 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  31. Italia Caruso says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:12 am

    Everything gonna be ok! Good luck!

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  32. The Trophy WifeStyle says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:11 am

    Awwwwww how cute ๐Ÿ™‚ the first day of school is so exciting yet so scary! My daughters first day is Friday! Can’t believe it’s already basically fall

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:28 pm

      I know!

      Reply
  33. Urvi says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:12 am

    The picture in which you and your 5 year old together looks so cute…. Good luck

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:27 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  34. Penny Struebig says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:37 am

    I hope his (and your) first day went great! Such a happy time for the kids and mixed emotion day for the moms!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      Definitely mixed emotions. More on Friday’s blog. Thank you!

      Reply
  35. Liz Mays says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:48 am

    I love how organized you are with preparing everything the night before. Super smart!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 5:57 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  36. Mykidsguide says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:12 am

    How exciting! Good luck to him. The first few days are usually emotional.

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 5:57 pm

      Yes…mostly for me ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  37. victoria says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:37 am

    Best of luck for you, my son would be schooling next year and i’m so excited

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  38. Elizabeth O. says

    September 2, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    He looks really excited! I love the bus shaped lunch box. It’s adorable.

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      Daddy’s gift to him ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  39. Natasha says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Great school year to you all! I remember when my child was in kindergarten and now she’s in 7th grade. Time truly does fly by!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      Ugh. Slow down time!

      Reply
  40. Dana Peller (@Pellerini) says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:34 pm

    How was the first day?! I hope it was AWESOME!!

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    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      It was! More on Friday’s post ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  41. Shannon P says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    Such an exciting time! I still have a few years before my son goes off to school but I love living vicariously through others!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 7:26 pm

      Awe. Thanks for reading.

      Reply
  42. Jennifer C. says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:18 pm

    That’s great that you got to meet all the teachers, take pictures, etc! Good luck to your little one! My little guy starts next week!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 2, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      Thank you and good luck to you guys too!

      Reply
  43. Debbie Denny says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    That first one is always a bit nerve-wrecking.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 4, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Yes. I think the twins will be easier because they also have each other.

      Reply
  44. Christine - The Choosy Mommy says

    September 4, 2015 at 1:20 pm

    Good luck!! we start pre-school next week:( ๐Ÿ™ ๐Ÿ™

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 4, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      Good luck to you too!

      Reply

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