Scout Promotion

Walker just completed his first year as a Cub Scout. Now that he's entering the 4th grade, he's a Webelo. This is the rank for 4th and 5th graders before transitioning into the Boy Scouts. Here he is with the some of the other kiddos in his troop and his Scout leader Linda. They gifted her with a National Parks coffee table book. 

STaAR Testing for Walker

STaAR exams start next week. These are the state mandated tests that are part of the public school accountability standards started by Governor George Bush. Basically its a tough test that doesn't do much to tell you about a child's potential, but tells you a lot about their ability to follow directions and proclivity for test taking. Texas students start taking them in the 3rd grade, which means Walker is up to bat next week for the first time!

Mrs. Jonsey, Walker's fantabulous teacher, made the kids a motivational video today on their last day before testing. I thought you'd enjoy seeing it! 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4bhgqiYJkf-VXFBQ1lTMUdUMjQ/view

Go get 'em buddy!