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Letter to my son

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Dear Son,   Six years.  I remember the first day of Kindergarten at Airline Park Advanced Academy Elementary School.  We were both so nervous.  You went from a small pre-k school, St. Augustine’s, that was loving and welcoming to both students and parents... to a large elementary school.  I wasn’t used to dropping you off at the front door and letting you go.  You gave me a big hug and waved as you walked in.  Six years at APAAS.  You were so much smaller than me, but by the end of your adventure there, you were on eye level.  Okay, okay, maybe just a smidge taller.  Just a Smidge, I won’t give any more than that.     11 years old and you have grown so much during your time at APAAS.  Such important years and so many experiences, from learning to navigate a large campus, understanding the importance of personal responsibility with regards to home work, adjusting your behavior with other students who come from a variety of upbringing and how to value a wonderful education.  You are so f