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| Carter during his program. |
This year we had a Christmas First... Carter participated in a school program for all the parents. We weren't exactly sure what to expect (since we are new to preschool, new to Hungary, and new to school programs) but we were pleasantly surprised! The entire class was dressed as characters from the Nativity story and Carter was an angel. The class sang songs and recited poems (in Hungarian, of course!) and Carter even shared a Christmas poem in English for everyone! Afterward, there were cookies and tea for all the parents and children.
One of the things that did surprise us, was the incorporation of the Christmas story in a public school - something that isn't seen these days in the United States. They lit an Advent Wreath and sang about Baby Jesus. It really is a testament to how disconnected people have become with religion here, that it is celebrated in the schools, but not in their hearts.
Carter was excited to give me (Corinne) a hand-decorated votive holder and cookies that they worked on in class. We had prepared some American favorites (chocolate chip cookies) to give to each of his teachers. We feel so blessed to have such caring and understanding teachers in Carter's class. They both are so patient with Carter's language limitations (and ours as well!). Carter wanted to have his picture taken with each of them before we left. It was his last day of class before he starts Christmas break.
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| Carter and Miss Anniko |
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| Carter and Miss Kriszti |
3 comments:
It is great to hear that things are going great with Carter starting preschool. I hope your family has a very great Hungarian Christmas!
Carter is getting so big! I think of you and pray for your guys often. I remember you telling us all about getting Carter into preschool last year when we were there and I'm so glad things have gone some what smoothly for you guys. Wishing you all the best this holiday season.
Carter is getting so big! I think of you and pray for your guys often. I remember you telling us all about getting Carter into preschool last year when we were there and I'm so glad things have gone some what smoothly for you guys. Wishing you all the best this holiday season.
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