Lanhua started her first day of Fourth Grade this morning. Because of a bad cold and eye infection, she started school 3 days late (she's still acclimating to Western germs). When we dropped her off, Steve and I were reminded of how kind children are. The kids were so welcoming and helpful. It didn’t take long for several of them to commandeer Lanhua and assume the role of her guides. I cried. I waited until I was back in the car, but seriously, I cried.
The School: After months of deliberation, Steve and I decided to enroll Lan in a Montessori school. The school (grades K-12) is small, diverse and emphasizes creative and performing arts. www.ccpaasd.com/
Lan participated in 3 weeks of summer camp at the school and seemed to enjoy the experience. The structure, environment and general vibe of the place is very different from the public school she attended when she first arrived. It's quirky, somewhat chaotic and the kids are required to wear uniforms. There are several international students who attend, including 2 high school girls from China. In some ways, it feels as though the students, staff and parents are all part of one big family. The level of accountability is intense. We’ll see how this experiment goes.
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