First Day of Preschool–January 4, 2004
After much preparation, anticipation (on Gareth’s part) and trepidation (on Mommy’s part), Gareth started school at Easter Seals on January 4. <%popup(20050107-goingin.jpg|640|462|Going in )%> | <%popup(20050107-mail.jpg|640|441|Gareth's mailbox and coat hook)%>
He was just a little clingy at first (he wanted to hold my hand for about the first half hour!) but then he settled right in and had a great time. I watched from the hallway for about an hour before I could leave! 
Gareth used his Mercury to talk to his classmates at circle time, he painted the sun after a lesson on day and night (they are studying Space during January), he played with toys, and he went for a walk with his class while holding a little girl’s hand. I think he’s going to enjoy this whole school thing! <%popup(20050107-painting.jpg|640|425|Painting the sun)%>
Gareth will attend school three times a week: Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9-11:45 and Wednesday afternoons from 12:45-3:45. He has two fantastic teachers, Miss Kathleen and Miss Heather, and his new therapists seem terrific. A nurse will go to school with him each day to suction him and to help him whenever he needs a little extra assistance with activities. We are very impressed with Easter Seals and think Gareth is going to have a great school experience. We’ll keep you updated with all of his new school adventures.