1st Grade

Caden started school last week. He is now in 1st grade and is growing up so fast. I can see a big difference in him since last year. Is is coming out of being so shy, he has more confidence and is becoming more independent. His teacher is from Australia, so he was very excited about that.

Here is Caden and his friend Mason in front of the school. Caden is so happy that Mason started Kindergarten. They now get to ride the bus together.
Caden holding his Schultuten. On the first day of school, (usually 1st grade) German "kinder" are given one of these traditional school cones, filled with school supplies, candies and other surprises. Even though we aren't German, it is a fun tradition to start.
Caden in his class. His 1st day was a 1/2 day and I got to drive him to school.
1st day on the school bus.
He was getting annoyed with me taking pictures of him and wouldn't turn around for this last shot.

He seems to really be enjoying school so far. He says he likes it better that Kindergarten. Let's hope that attitude last for a while. I'm sure he'll be complaining about having to get up soon enough. And yes, he is wearing flip flops. He's having a hard time adjusting to school clothes. He wants to wear grubby shorts and t-shirts every day even though it's getting cooler here. I said he could wear the flip flops if he would wear long pants. Seems fair. I can't stand shoes and sock either so I feel his pain.