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Happy First Day of School! New Grade, New Experiences, Lasting Memories and Last Year of Middle School

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The first day of school is always a special and hectic time, and today is no exception. My daughter is entering 8th grade and ready for new experiences, and I’m also reminded that this is her last year as a middle schooler before she enters high school.

I’m so grateful to be able to see Quinn off to school each year in knowing that she’s excited and eager to learn and have new experiences.

Here’s to a wonderful semester for my 13 year old who’s definitely channeling that 90s fashion with Timberlands, looking like a mini me. I know she will continue to make me proud to be her mom.

All the best,

Tanya

Last Day: The First Chapter of Middle School Ends

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Many milestones, achievements and activities happened in this school year. My daughter started middle school, was on student council, continued with playing the violin in orchestra, was inducted into the national juniors honors society and ran track and hurdles for the first time.

I’m so grateful that Quinn had a wonderful experience through academics, the arts, athletics and just building new relationships with classmates and teachers.

I’m so proud of the progress she’s made and look forward to having a wonderful summer with Quinn as we count down til the first day of eighth grade

All the best,

Tanya

My Athletic Scholar is On the Right Track!

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Though the official the last day of the school year isn’t until Friday, my daughter’s track team had an end of the season celebration at Urban Air. Part of the celebration was acknowledging some of the track members for their accomplishments.

Maybe it’s a good thing that I wasn’t in attendance because I would have been cheering and clapping loudly and probably embarrassed Quinn as she was recognized as a scholar athlete with a 4.0 GPA. I’m so grateful that she understands the importance of working hard not just with athletics but academics too.

I’m also appreciative of her coaches who celebrated this achievement and emphasized the importance of being a well-rounded student.

All the best,

Tanya

Cue the Violins: A Wonderful Spring Orchestra Concert

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This week has been super busy. My daughter had two track meets, was inducted into the National Juniors Honors Society, and I attended my college’s commencement ceremony as a faculty member along with several other tasks. I know, cue the violins for my “sob story,” but all of these tasks are anything but that and filled me with joy.

Wrapping up the week by attending the spring orchestra concert at my daughter’s school was a welcomed activity, and seeing her play the violin alongside others put a huge smile on my face. She and the other students on the orchestra have been working hard, and at many times, I had to remind myself that they are just seventh graders.

I guess you can say “cue the violins” as my eyes welled up with tears of joy as I applauded Quinn and the entire orchestra.

All the best,

Tanya

Getting a Boost of Fun at Today’s Run!

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After a few weeks of my daughter fundraising for her school, she and the fifth graders participated in a fun-filled Boosterthon. There was music, inflatable archways, water stations and tons of children ready to burn off some energy for a good cause.

While there weren’t many parents in attendance, my husband and I were among the few who cheered as some kids zoomed, skipped or walked by. Quinn even came up and gave us both hugs and said that she was glad we came. I am too! 🥰 I’m also so grateful for family and friends who were kind and generous to support Quinn and her school.

All the best,

Tanya