School Recognition

At Colin's school, they hold a student rally each Friday morning called Bulldog Boogie, during which they give different types of recognition from teachers on achievements during the week (Kindergarten-Fourth). Also they give out recognition to students who have been an example in a specific character trait that is the focus during that six weeks. At the end of each six weeks, a certain number of kids are recognized in a big way as Top Dog.

While in Kindergarten, Colin always talked about how he wanted to get one of those achievements, as they give the kids a certificate as well as a "dog tag" with that trait written on it. He was especially excited in trying to win Top Dog, as the teachers line up and form a tunnel that the kids go through to get their recognition. However, he never received any of them, which disappointed him greatly.

Not to be discouraged, Colin told us at the beginning of First Grade that he was going to win some this year. True to his word, in September he was recognized for Responsibility. Here is a picture of him getting the recognition in front of the school assembly and then with his teacher, Ms. Klea. He was so excited about it.

In November, Colin received Top Dog recognition. One of us is always present at the Bulldog Boogie, but on that day Noah was sick, so Tammy went to Bulldog Boogie. We didn't know Colin was getting recognized, so she didn't have a camera, which was disappointing as it's a pretty neat event. Here is his Top Dog Award. This is the award that Colin was most excited about (so far) this year.


In February, Colin was recognized for Trustworthiness. He had no idea he was getting recognized and it was quite amusing watching his reaction when they called his name. Below are pictures of him getting his award and a picture with his classmate, Christina.