Andrew’s first concert

On May 2, Andrew had his first school concert.  He was really looking forward to it, and even told me he wanted to wear his “fancy” clothes.  I took a video if anyone wants to watch.  Just Sylvia and I attended this year, but afterwards I heard from several people that they would like to attend future concerts.  Andrew should have an early May concert again next year – I think I’ll get the date at the beginning of the school year, and I’ll share it then.

Here he is up on stage while they are setting up.  The girl to his left is his locker partner, and the boy in front of him in the top picture is his bestest buddy.

Here’s one of his two music teachers.  They put together a great program, with a selection of music from all over the world.  LOVE it!

Andrew’s school – Nuestro Mundo – is a K-5 charter school and is housed in the Frank Allis school building along with Frank Allis Elementary.  The two schools share the “special” teachers – gym, art, library, computers, and music.  This concert was a combination of the three Nuestro Mundo kindergarten classes and the Frank Allis kindergarten classes.  Here’s the Frank Allis principle Julie Frentz introducing the kindergarten and first grader’s concert – Julie seems like a dynamic and kind person:)

Here’s all the adorable kindergarten kiddos.

Here’s Andrew’s teacher, Javier Bolivar, giving the introduction en Español.

Although we were sitting kinda far back, Andrew had a laser view of us and sang much of the concert right to me.  So sweet!

Oh these kids!  Too much:)

They sang several songs with sign language, and the first grade concert also incorporated a scarf dance and a traditional Afgan game into the concert.  I love the diversity!  So did Andrew.

Hard to believe that we’re in the age of performances.  Andrew hasn’t taken part in sports teams or dance classes before, so this was the first time he’s performed for us.  He was so happy with himself.  Go Andrew!