Had Isaak's annual IEP. He's done SO well this year, we really have to nit-pick to find good goals for a year. But, they're there. Some organization goals, some to help him understand instructions, and to help him deal with when he makes a mistake or misunderstands something and how to deal with it appropriately. He's made tremendous progress, and he knows it, so he got a little "down" having to listen to what he still needs work on. But, even though he got a little emotional, he said he was fine, and didn't completely lose it like he used to. He's learning to control so much better.
In addition, the 7th grader will be going to AP Calculus and pre-AP Chemistry at the high school. It hurts my head to think about it.
Went to his choir concert. Wow! Can't believe how "developed" some middle schoolers are. I mean physically, but also in voice. They seem so grown up! He's a shrimp. It was pretty cool, but he got all emotional at the end when they were singing good-bye to the 8th graders. Boy, he does wear his emotions on his sleeve. I don't want him to stifle that, but I also don't want him to be seen as a weirdo. Hard balance to find.
We joined a gym near the house. Took the kids yesterday. We all trotted on the eliptical for a half hour. Pretty fun! Little Audra's heart rate got up to 190. Is that OK? I don't know. My was around 155 and Isaak's around 180. It'll be good for us.
We slept in this morning, and Isaak's missing Math, but who cares! It's been a stressful week!
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According to MedInfo... Children's heart rates are higher than adults and may run around 100 or so at rest and up to 200 or greater with exertion. Maggie seems to be within the normal range.
Very good news about Isaak. It has taken a lot of work on his part (and yours) to be where he is, and it can only get better. So tender hearted too. It seems like he has always been that way.
Our 7th grade choir sings "What do you do with a drunken sailor" every year and Sam likes to sing along saying, "What do you do with a tone-deaf choir?". For some reason, the kids in our junior high have a hard time finding pitch. Feel lucky to be in a school with a strong choral program.
Great news about Isaak. You have done so much to create an environment where he can really grow. I'm so impressed!
I'm so proud of him! I think boys showing emotion is good.
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