You go, girls!

Once again, we're so proud of our talented daughters.

Just received word a couple of weeks ago that Emily scored all 6's (as good as you can get!) on her state writing test. In fact, we were asked to sign a release to have her piece used as an "anchor" for reference by teachers. This means her work will be published on the State's education web site as an example of excellent writing, and teachers can access it to help them teach and score writing in their classrooms. Interestingly, she had the same experience as a 4th grader, and her work was featured on the Teacher's Portal then, too. She clearly hasn't lost her touch! Go, Emily! (I'm certain she could have written this paragraph much better than I!)

Sarah, not to be outdone, was just accepted to the pre-college art program at Oregon State University. She'll spend three weeks on campus as a resident student this summer, taking college-level courses from OSU art instructors. She's opted to take sculpture (maybe even using metal and welding equipment!) and print-making. Good choices, I think, since it gives her some opportunities she can't get at her high school. She'll get a taste of what college life is like, too, and, hopefully, a better feel for what she wants to do post-high school.

Don't know where they got their talent, but we're certainly proud of them, and support them at every turn. You go, girls!