Thursday, June 11, 2009

Middle School Graduation

Last night Amber graduated from middle school. I don't know how that goes in other areas, but it is a pretty big deal around here. It's held at Cordiner Hall on Whitman College campus. The kids walk, receive diplomas and everything.

She had a great time. She looked gorgeous (see pic below) and enjoyed being with her friends and celebrating their accomplishment. She has really enjoyed middle school, which leads me to believe that she will probably be able to enjoy anything in life!

Amber also received a Super Scientist Award (for "Attitude, Aptitude and Hard Work"), presented to her with her diploma, which was a fun surprise. I have to admit I got a little teary eyed when they got to the N's and I saw her standing anxiously on the stage waiting for her name to be called. My emotions were partly the result of how quickly she is growing up and partly that I am just so proud of the person she is. Jacob, on the other hand, was teary eyed when the 5th speaker took the microphone (thankfully each speech was only about 2 minutes long!) Near the end of the ceremony he started asking us, "Is it over yet?" every 30 seconds.

We are proud of Amber and know she will do great things in high school and beyond!

9 comments:

Chelsea said...

Dude, you have a high schooler.

Rita said...

What a darling. She does look beautiful and I got teary eyed reading that you got teary eyed! The craziest thing about having a kid that old is that I totally remember being that age! The surprise award is awesome. Smart girls are the best.

A grade nine graduation memory to ask Brad about...the Floor Show.
"Crazy For You" Madonna.
I danced with Doug Leavitt.
Who had the pleasure of his whispered counting and big feet dodging?

amber said...

oh congratulations! on to high school, i loved high school and i'm sure she will too. :)

Kristen said...

Amber,

Congratulations! You look BEAUTIFUL and have a darling smile. Way to go on being a smarty too. Looks and brains and an overall niceness - you've got it made!


Brad and Amy,

A high schooler? You're old.

Beagleys said...

Yay! Congrats Amber!!! That is so exciting! She is going to be a rocket scientist cuz she is such a little smarty pants!!!

Misty said...

9th grade is in high school?? Wow. I'm so glad our kids have to wait until 10th. Good luck. :)

Erin Blake said...

Let the good times begin for Amber. Having high schoolers is the best. She looks really beautiful in the photo.

Jamie and Mike said...

I cannot believe she's this old! So grown up and beautiful!

Jana said...

Congrats Amber! Way to go and be smart and beautiful too!! have fun in high school!! Good luck Brad and Amy -- Brad, better get polishing the old shot gun or at least practice an intimidating look to scare off the boys.