Battle of the Books District Competition

This year Jase participated in The Battle of the Books Competition at Granger. The kids are placed on teams and then assigned 8 or 10 books to read. Then after several months of reading, they had a competition to see who could answer the most questions correctly about the books that they had read. Jase's team won the school competition. Then they went on to district competition to represent Granger Elementary. I think there were 10 teams at District and we placed 4th. Jase enjoyed it and it was a great experience for him. Way to go Team!

First Day of School

Here they are...ready for another fun-filled year at Granger. Jase and Jackson were up early, ready for their big day. However, Gracie was not so excited. Her partners in crime were about to be gone for the whole day. What's a girl to do? I was able to get a few pictures. Jase informed me that this year things would be different with me and my camera. Boo Hoo! I knew this day was coming...but hoping not so soon! No cameras allowed in his classroom. I did sneak one picture of him from the hallway(he never knew I was there). HeHe! The following post contains picures from the first day of school. Hope you enjoy!

First Day of School

Go Dawgs! - MSU Baseball Camp

In July, Jase went to Mississippi State Baseball camp. He had a great week. It was a week filled with hard work and Mississippi humidity...but he said it was well worth it.

Batting practice......

Batting practice.....

These are all of the campers ages 10-11. They are receiving instructions for the next set of drills.

Overall this was a wonderful learning experience for Jase. He is already looking forward to next year.

Jase's Last Day of 4th Grade

On the last day of school Jase's class had their class party. Before going outside for some water fun, they enjoyed nuggets from Chick fil A, fruit and a cookie cake. Gracie is usually so shy, but she made herself right at home with Jase and all of his friends. Of course she was still very quite, but just leaving my side was a huge milestone for her! I think Jase enjoyed having her too! He is really proud of her! It was a very fun day!

Field Day 2009 @ Granger

These are a few pictures from Field Day. It was a really FUN and WET day! Coach Ray used the Gatorade theme this year. It was the Best Field Day ever. I told the boys that when their Daddy and I were in school our Field Day consisted of egg toss, sack race, and jump rope relay. Things have come a long way since we were in school. But at least we did not have it as bad as my Dad did....he had to walk to school up hill both ways...in the snow! Ha! Ha! Hmmm......I think he was pulling my leg!

Jase's 4th Grade Awards Ceremony

Today was the End of the Year 4th Grade Awards Ceremony. It was another great year for Jase. All due to the combination of him being an "AWESOME~SAUCE" student and having an "AWESOME~SAUCE" teacher! Awesome~Sauce is what Mrs. Sheffield always called her students. She didn't really know that she fit into that same category. We love us some Mrs. Sheffield! The following are the awards that he received this year...Hats Off Award for his hard work and dedication, Walk the Line Award for demonstrating outstanding citizenship during the school year, The Silver Spur Award for Honor Roll. He also was recognized for achieving Commended scores on the TAKS Writing, Math and Reading tests. For all of you not familiar with State Testing in Texas - our test is called the TAKS and Commended is the highest level of recognition on the test. Last but not least, he earned a medal for competing on the UIL Team that represented Granger Elementary. We are so very proud of you Jase Man!
This is a picture of Jase's class. He was in class with a great group of kiddos this year! He made some really great friends this year!

Wrangler Round-Up @ Granger

Today Jase received several awards at the Wrangler Round-Up. He was recognized for making straight A's on his report card, citizenship award,and last but not least......he received the Granger Wrangler Award. Yee! Haw! This was a real honor for him. Of course Jason and I think that he is an outstanding young man, but it's nice to know that others think that too! He was really surprised when his named was announced! Big Wrangler Salute to Jase!

Boosterthon Fun Run

Here are the cheerleaders for the "brudders". Woooooo! Hoooooo!

Jase @ Boosterthon Fun Run @ Granger

Today was the Boosterthon Fun Run at Granger Elementary. It was a great day for the run...the weather was beautiful and of course there was a strong Texas breeze blowing. The kiddos have been collecting donations for the number of laps that they would run. Thanks to all of you who donated! Jase had a blast!

Boosterthon Fun Run @ Granger

Jase's Easter Basket

Jase really hoped for some things that he wanted for baseball. Among those things were a good pair of sunglasses. Well...here he is modeling sunglasses. Along with all the baseball stuff, he also got a good book and of course....candy too!

Jase the Ace

These are pictures from Jase's first game this season. Talk about proud...his momma and daddy were so proud of him! He pitched the entire game. He struck out 11 players and gave up 0 hits. He had an awesome game. Needless to say...he got the first game ball of the season! His teammates and coaches call him... Jase the Ace! He loves being the pitcher, but it leaves me in knots the entire game. I guess that's part of being a baseball mom.

Forever Friends

Is is safe to say that these two will be forever friends? Jase was resting in the dining room floor (what a strange place to rest) when Bella came and decided to try and grab some ZZZZZZ's too! How sweet!

Brace Yourself!

Well, today was Jase's big day! It was his turn to finally get braces put on his teeth! He was so excited but yet a little anxious. He did super! The question will be..... How will he feel tonight? Other than our pocketbook hurting, Jason and I are excited for him too! After leaving the orthodontist's office, Gracie asked Jase to look at those shinny things on his teeth. After a good examination of them she said, "Mommy, I want some of those shinny things too!". Jackson thought they were cool too! Little do they know - there day is coming.

Happy Birthday to Jase!

Today is February 3rd and Jase is turning 10! I have been wondering all day....where has the time gone? I just seems like yesterday that he was just an adorable little boy and now he is a handsome young man. He has been and remains to be such a joy in my and his Dad's life. We are so blessed to call him our own - even if he is growing up way too fast! Happy Birthday Jase! We love you!

This is Jase with his Best Buddy - Jack. Jack is a friend that Jase met through school, baseball and Jack's mom and I are good friends. For Jase's birthday, all he wanted was for Jack to spend the night, go out to dinner, and then go to the movies to see Hotel for Dogs. So... that's exactly what we did! We all had a great time celebrating Jase's 10th birthday!

Jase is reading a birthday card that his best friend made for him. I think that is so neat - that Jack wanted to make his card instead of buy one. How special is that?

Jase has made his wish and now he is blowing out the candles. Wow - it's ten candles! He is not like Jackson, he keeps his wish a TOP SECRET! I guess that's the way it is supposed to be.

Jase's Christmas Party @ Granger

Jase ans Mrs. Sheffield. He thinks that she is way cool! She thinks that Jase is way cool too! I am so glad that he is in her class this year.