Pitch perfect

Today was try an instrument day at school. It's a chance for the kids to try the instruments and see if they want to learn anything. It was fun and very loud. 

 

    

In the end, Emily is very keen on flute. Cal liked the tuba but is committed to rugby. And Sam was disappointed to be too small for electric guitar. 

 

Hit the books

The kids have been back to school for nearly a week now. They started on Friday thanks to a standard school year that starts September 1, regardless of what day of the week that is.

 

The kids got new European style backpacks this year. Basically a file folder with straps! But hopefully this will reduce the crumpled up notes I find at the bottom of their bags. 

Everyone likes their teachers and new friends have been made. They are the veteran kids now and have been asked to buddy some of the new kids to help them adjust. 

Activities start soon and then we are full on into school year schedule. Calvin is joining rugby again, Emily is continuing in gymnastics and Sam is playing football (soccer) again this time with one of his new friends.