She Did It!

Our precious girl graduated high school on May 21st.  She graduated from The St. Anthony School which is a private therapeutic school. It is an amazing school with the most wonderful teachers and administrators.  TSAS was an answer to our prayers and I am so happy that we found such a great school for Jess to finish out high school.

Jessie's graduation was attended by Grandma and PawPaw Larry, MaMaw and Grady, the Simmons' family, her friends - Sarah and Morgan, along with her mom, dad and brother.  She had the most attendees and we had to give her the sad news that we couldn't invite our beloved friends, the Garstka's, DiSpigno's and Miller's.  Can you imagine if we had invited everyone?

Jessie gave an awesome speech.  We were all so proud of her.  I know she was nervous, but she did a great job. She talked about the impact that TSAS had on her life and she thanked her family and teachers for their support.  It was really special!

Mr. Nathan, Mr. Tony and Mrs. Debbie presented diplomas to the seven graduates (Jess was the only female senior).  What a gratifying moment for Jess.  We love these three individuals.  They have been so supportive of Jessie.

In addition to diplomas and speeches, there were slide shows showing us the fun that the kids have had this year.  After graduating, the families were served dinner and then there was dancing outside by the gazebo.  They had so much fun!  Attending such a small school didn't allow Jess to have a homecoming or a prom, but her graduation couldn't have been more special and intimate.

We are going to miss TSAS, the students and the amazing staff!  Mr. Nathan was the best teacher ever!  I wish Jonathan could transfer so that he could come and hangout with Mr. Nathan.  I was so frustrated with the public school system.  While we had many great teachers, I was frustrate with many that didn't understand the struggles that my daughter encountered.  I absolutely love every teacher at TSAS and I have never felt frustrated with any aspect of this school!

Congratulations, Jessie!  We are proud of the courage and bravery that you have shown over the last four years.  You have come so far and we are excited to see where life takes you.  We love you.