The Shining Tides Preschool Graduation was held on Thursday evening, June 7 at the Mattapoisett YMCA which overlooks the scenic seaside beach and harbor.
“We are proud to host the 2012 Preschool Graduation after a great year. The kids have been awesome,” said YMCA Child Care Director Tricia Weaver.
A slide show presentation and Preschooler Music Performance were followed by the Graduation Ceremony and an Ice Cream Social.
Smiling, playful children captured everyone’s attention as cameras flashed and videos filmed this special event. The students decorated their own graduation caps with an array of colorful pom poms, stickers, drawings and sparkles.
Parents and loved ones watched in amazement as each small child walked up to receive a diploma.
“This was very emotional for me, especially the slide show. It has been a wonderful experience and my son Logan is now ready to go on to kindergarten next year,” said Tracey Maher, a proud mother of a graduate.
Teacher Liz Mulroy smiled as she received a bright yellow flowering plant from her student Jack who she referred to as “the engineer.”
“The families are extraordinary and this is such a great learning environment that is filled with fun and exploration, like getting shells from the beach. I am so proud of them,” Mulroy said.
Near the end of the event, cloudy, rainy skies turned into sunshine. Everyone gathered outside to look at a brilliant rainbow gleaming over the harbor. What a perfect way to end a milestone celebration.
By Deb Burdock
