Sofia's End of School Program

As usual, Sofia never even mentioned her class' plan for their End of School Program, but I knew from other Mom's that there was some dancing involved and they had been working on it for a while. I ensured that she got a good nap that afternoon (which allowed for me to pack for our vacation departure in the morning) so she'd be in top form. We arrived at the auditorium and I helped her get into her costume, after picking out decent seats for CK and I to watch. All of her classmates looked so cute and the costumes were perfect for traditional Latin American kids. After she was dressed and ready, I joined CK in the audience and we patiently waited for the program to begin, and especially for her class "Argentina" to do their dance!

It was such a great program with all of the kids marching out and singing a welcome song as they walked the perimeter of the auditorium. Then, the real program began with three classes performing before Sofia's class. Finally, "Argentina" was up and in their places and Sofia looked like she was born on a stage. I couldn't believe how comfortable she was in front of so many people (it was not only a full house, but standing room in the back)! Then they started! She was so enthusiastic, it was great and she was right up front, next to her friend Mattheus. First they danced to "Una mano aqui, una mano alla" and she was so excited she stayed a little ahead of her friends, but did it all so well. Their second dance was to "Yo no fui" and was amazing! (See videos postings). When all the boys went down on one knee and the girls started dancing around them, the crowd went wild! Again, Sofia and Mattheus were right up front and were really outstanding! We had no idea Sofia could move so well and she obviously got rhythm from somewhere! It was such fun to watch!

After her class was done dancing, three more classes sang/danced and then the entire school got on stage and danced. I didn't get any good close-ups of Sofia at the school song because she was sitting on the floor. It was such a fantastic program! Afterwords, we went out to pizza with Mattheus and his parents and older brother, and Colin, his Mom and brothers (they are triplets!). It was a fun night and great to unwind after a fabulous performance!

Sofia and Mrs. Maria, Mattheus Mom. We've had many play dates over at Maria's house and Sofia is the little girl Maria never had. She loves Mrs. Maria and always gives her a big hug


Patiently waiting for her other classmates to get ready


Most of her class and Ms. Christina, one of two of her teachers (wearing blue)


Up on the stage, waiting to begin


And they start!


Such enthusiasm!


The entire school at the end of the program


A tired girl leaving the auditorium with her Papa