This past June Annika graduated from Wasatch Elementary School. Believe it or not, that almost didn't happen. Our family seriously contemplated retaining Annika and repeating sixth grade since she missed half of the school year, not to mention all her absences the prior two years. Even though Annie was doing fine academically, we wondered if socially and emotionally she might benefit from an extra year. Plus, Annika adored her elementary school and didn't want to leave! Her longing to stay speaks volumes about how loved and supported she felt at Wasatch Elementary. Ultimately we decided that even though middle school can be scary, she was ready. In retrospect, this was a good choice. She's doing well as a Hillside Husky. Still, we are grateful for her seven lovely years as a Wasatch Star.
Here are some of her classmates enjoying field day.
Annie and Peter paired up for their three-legged race.
The cute girl in purple is the daughter of her teacher, Ms. Birdwell.
I already blogged a bit about it here, but Annika nearly missed her sixth grade promotion because she was having such intense stomach pain. Fortunately she got feeling better just in time to waltz in the door ten minutes before the ceremonies began. 
Talia came to the rescue by bringing Annie her new dress and doing her hair. Annika's vein sprung a leak after they took out her IV, but we were in such a rush that we left anyway. Priorities. :)
Last to arrive, she was last in the processional, accompanied by her teacher Mr. Fearick.
The baby picture section was one of the best parts of promotion. Gosh, this crazy-haired gal was a cute babe! She was also one of the speakers and shared a great message about how we can smile through hard things.
A congratulatory handshake from her other marvelous teacher, Ms. Birdwell.
A proud papa too.
Smoochie sandwich! NomiAnn and Papa Kay were so delighted to celebrate this milestone with Annika as well.
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