Congratulations for what?

Today is the release of cards and grades. The tops students and their awards will also be known today.

Neya's mom goes to school to get the cards. We are both anxious with how Neya will fare. You see, Neya has been excelling in her class in the previous quarters. But this quarter, her test scores are taking a dip. I wouldn't be surprised because Neya has been complaining how difficult the subjects have become. The Math problems seems suitable for grade 6, the English lesson includes correct editing techniques and the Science assignments are similar to my Med School exams. Yeah, I'm exaggerating. But you get the point. She is still in Grade 2.

When we got Neya's grade, she made it to the top again. Wahoo. So, I told my daughter, "Congratulations."

She asked, "For what?"

Should I congratulate her for excelling in class? Does that mean I will not congratulate her if she did not make it on top?

"Congratulations! For doing your best in school. You did your best in school, right?"

"Yes, po."

"That makes Mom and Dad happy. Doing your best in school. We are proud of you. And look, your effort comes with a bonus. You got a Gold Certificate."

Then her Mom gives her a special gift that Neya always wanted. A Barbie magazine. Two of them.

And her face lit with a smile.

  

July 20, 2012 2:58 PM

Huwarang Bata

Neya was chosen to be a "Huwarang Bata" in her school for her exemplary cleanliness. The school officials hopes Neya and her fellow Huwarang Bata inspire other students to exemplify good values of respect, helpfulness, cleanliness, obedience and perseverance. Proud of my daughter to be a role model at such an early age.

 

Scouting runs in the family

I am a Boy Scout. I was greatly influenced by the scouting movement. It shaped my love for the outdoors and adventure. So, when my daughter told me she was going to have an investiture as a Girl Scout, I was excited. I was happy that she was so excited about it. I know that scouting will help her grow to become a better person.

Last November 25, 2014, Neya received her neckerchief and became officially part of the Scouting movement.

 

Field Trip at Sta. Elena, Fun Farm

Neya was so excited for her field trip as a grade schooler. She is now Grade 1 at Trinity University of Asia in Quezon City. It was supposed to be scheduled last September but the typhoon caused it to be postponed last October 3, 2013. Neya and her class went to Pasig Library, Goldilocks Factory and Sta Elena Farm in Laguna. Here are some of the pictures of the activities they did.

We plan to come back to Sta Elena as a family. The farm is a good place for family time.

They are now friends

I am happy for my daughter. She is friends again with her bestfriend.

One Big Fight

My daughter, Neya, welcomed me home with a sad face. After I settled down, I asked her how was school? She gave a big deep breath and said, "Nag-away kami ni Ayela." Neya had her first big serious fight with her bestfriend. I did not know what to say to her. I was excited and sad at the same time knowing that this was a serious matter for my daughter.

She said, that they were playing with friends and talking about each other when Ayela innocently commented that Neya is always imitating her. This offended Neya and made her upset. Everybody noticed Neya was upset including her teacher. Realizing what was happening, Neya's teacher tried to reconcile the two bestfriends.  But Neya was so upset she did not respond even when Ayela asked for forgiveness. Sometimes you just have to let people cool down. I know somebody who does that, and I'm pretty sure that's Neya got it from her. Hehehe...

But Neya feels better now. After pouring out her sentiment, she can smile again. She is writing a letter to her bestfriend telling her that she is sorry too and their friendship means a lot to her and no matter what, they will be bestfriends forever.