So Proud

There are all kinds of school events and holiday festivities to write about, but Issa deserves a post all her own this morning.

 

 

Yesterday, we were invited to a breakfast at the school to honor the Terrific Kids. Each month, the school focuses on a character trait, and each classroom teacher nominates a child who exemplifies that trait to the be the Terrific Kid. This month, Integrity was the focus, and Issa was nominated.

 

Issa was so nervous to walk up and receive her certificate, but she made it:

As the principal gave her a certificate, the counselor read what her teacher had written:

"Issa is a student that I can always depend on to do the right thing. She gets along well with all of her classmates and is a good role model for others. She strives to do her best. She is honest in her words and actions. She exhibits these traits in a humble manner, quietly, and without expecting to be rewarded for such behavior."

I am so glad that paragraph is printed on the certificate. I may or may not have gotten quite teary. I want the kids to do well academically and in whatever activities they choose, but this is what it's really all about--being a good person. This is success, and I am one very, very proud mama.