Elementary School Graduation Is A Milestone I Might Not Survive

Elementary School Graduation Is A Milestone I Might Not Survive

Scary Mommy - Kids·2023-05-24 17:04

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Elementary School Graduation Is A Milestone I Might Not Survive

We’re so far beyond simple bake sales these days.

by Samm Davidson

May 23, 2023

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I am scrolling through emails when I see it. In bold, the subject line reads, “4th Grade End Of Year Planning!” — and it hits me like a ton of bricks. I shiver from the top of my head down through my fingertips, a typical reaction for me when big milestone moments are upon me. And today, with the eldest of my four kids graduating from elementary school in a little over a month, I feel overwhelmed. Because while it does feel fun and exciting, the pomp and circumstance of it all coupled with the emotional heaviness might just be too much for me.

Being on the PTO board, I know just how wild and over-the-top this 4th grade planning committee is going to get. I watched last year as they hung balloon arches, curated talent show headshots, and created and installed individualized lawn signs for each student. And I get it: it’s a super fun, exciting, transitional time for these kids and it should be celebrated! But I fear for my calendar and my emotions, both.

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