A fabulous day celebrating a fabulous group of young people. There were many smiles and cheers and an equal amount of tears as this group of 113,who have been together since 5th grade, face the reality of moving beyond the walls of Masterman to Colleges/Universities throughout the country. They have supported each other through the usual developmental challenges as well as through some major life crisis over the years. They come from every section of the city and from all walks of life. Differences are recognized and celebrated. Their academic and extra-curricular achievements are amazing.. Thanks to a school administration and a faculty that jump through hoops for these kids, they are well prepared academically and socially for the next phase of their lives. This is no easy feat in the Philadelphia School District!
I was as excited as the kids today, and oh so proud of Jordan who won the John Smythe Memorial Scholarship .
Jordan's zest for life is contagious .He is the Sunshine of our Lives. We are humbled and honored that Jordan was chosen to receive this scholarship.
For anyone interested, I will post a few of my favorite photos from today!
Four Best Friends!
Friends
Forever Friends: Ariel, Jordan and Jackie. Jordan & Jackie have been together since Nursery School. Ariel ( & Ava, who was missing) joined them in Kindergarten.
As their Class Sponsor said, this was an exceptionally close class with a tremendous sense of school spirit and pride. Every Senior Class has a Motto and it seems fitting to end with theirs. 09..........................NUFF SAID
Comments (7)
Sheri, my heartfelt congratulations to you and Jordan and the whole family. What a proud day for you all.
Posted by Terry (teaberry) | June 18, 2009 9:53 PM
Posted on June 18, 2009 21:53
Congrats,Sheri, to you, Jordan and the whole family. You must be proud!
Posted by candi | June 18, 2009 10:34 PM
Posted on June 18, 2009 22:34
Congratulations! Love seeing those happy faces. And how wonderful that Jordan won that scholarship! Best of luck to him as he moves on to college!
Posted by Annie | June 19, 2009 9:18 AM
Posted on June 19, 2009 09:18
Thanks Terry, Candi, & Annie.It was an exciting day and we are thrilled! I really wish that I had a major trip planned to blog about!
Posted by sheri | June 19, 2009 12:51 PM
Posted on June 19, 2009 12:51
Sheri, what a day!! Some days make our memories and this was one for you and your family. Isn't it nice to be a proud mama?
Posted by Jane | June 19, 2009 11:54 PM
Posted on June 19, 2009 23:54
Congratulations Sheri. This is a major milestone in his life. And that is so cool that some of them have been together since Kindergarten. At my last high school reunion, we all gathered by elementary school and it was a lot of fun seeing old faces that we had been with during all those years.
Posted by Marta | June 20, 2009 4:29 PM
Posted on June 20, 2009 16:29
Thank you Jane & Marta. It was a memorable day for sure! Marta, I just found your comment in my junk file!
Posted by sheri | June 25, 2009 8:48 PM
Posted on June 25, 2009 20:48