School days

 

Maya and her best friend at the 6th grade classroom orientation yesterday. To say they were excited is an understatement.

Their two portable classrooms are situated between the high school and elementary buildings. The 6th graders have some classes inside the big high school, as well as using the gym, cafeteria, etc. making it a good transition experience.

One of the great things about the Methow Valley District is all ordinary school supplies are provided free, saving parents considerable expense and trouble. The Walmart in Omak is 40 miles away over the Loup Loup Pass, and the large stores in Wenatchee a 200 mile round trip from Twisp.

I always enjoy going to the school, especially seeing the wonderful teachers and staff interact with the parents and kids-- so dedicated.  Not mention, watching these kids grow up before our eyes.

That is the popular Chinese teacher above, explaining her class to the girls. The 6th graders have one semester each of Spanish and Chinese, then must decide on which language to study for grades 7-12. That seems like a good plan.

Wow. And here's something you would never see in Seattle. Every fall, the seniors get to paint their own dedicated, personalized parking spot right in front of the school.