Reflections Awards

The kids got medals and certificates for participating in the Reflections program. The theme was "I Wonder Why..." Matthew made a poster, Mackenzie recorded a song she sang, and Courtney and Christina wrote stories. Mackenzie won first place in music for k-3, and she was proud of it, even when Christina pointed out that she was the only one who entered that category! Courtney was disappointed even though she got a trophy for honorable mention in literature for k-3, because she expected to win 1st place. (It was a really good essay. She wrote down all the questions she asks....see 'Courtney Question of the Day.')
Matt got upset that he didn't win a trophy, even tho he got a medal, and only about 5 kids from his class even participated. I told him the girls worked harder on their projects. He yelled at me "why didn't you tell ME to try harder!" I thought I did.