From college to preschool

I met with an academic advisor at the college yesterday. It did go well. She'd like me to take a math class first (I HATE MATH!) on campus. Yeah - I think she missed the 10 times that I said I have an almost 3YO at home and my husband works nights!

The advisor gave me some study guides to take the placement exams. She'd like me to take these tests to see what courses I can test out of. There is no charge for the testing. Once I take the tests, and get more information on tuition reimbursement from my company, I'll decide if I'm going to further my education. Basically, if work won't pay it, I'm not doing it.

This morning, Jeremy, Jacob and I went to evaluate a preschool for Jacob. We're having a heck of a time figuring out where to send this kid next.

We've been working with Early On for almost a full year. They're fan-freaking-tastic! Jacob loves Alex and Miss Carrie. The problem here is once Jacob turns 3, Early On can't work with him any longer and he'll still need speech and occupational therapy. We've had to eliminate most of the preschools in our area as either Jacob's birthday is after the December 1 cut off or they only accept pottie trained kids. We basically have two choices. We either take Jacob in for drop-in therapy at the Intermediate School District or we take him to the EDCC preschool (don't ask me what those letters mean) where we went this morning.

I liked the school, the classroom, the teacher, the therapist - all that. But - wow! There are about 12 kids normally in this class. Ages 3 to 5. Of the 10 that were there today, I'd say about 2 of them made me wonder why they were there. The other 8 though, had obvious development issues. Most of the children were further behind than Jacob and older. There was one little boy that broke my heart. He came in late wearing a too small sweater and too short pants. His glasses, thicker than mine. I overheard the teacher say "They always bring him so late and he misses so much!" I do pray that he has parents who love him and are doing their best rather than the other alternative.

So, lots of news, lots of decisions to make, and lots of praying going on. Jeremy and I have a lot of talking to do, though his schedule doesn't allow for it right now. We'll keep you posted.