Aly's big news

We've known for years that the girl is a genius, and the big news is the final proof. Having skipped the sixth grade, Aly is acing the seventh in addition to taking ceramics and gymnastics once a week. We looked into private schools, like Evansville Day School, but we weren't wowed. Mike went to boarding school for a few years, so we checked into it. Boarding schools are definitely more plentiful along the east coast, but we found a small, closer place in St. Louis.

Thomas Jefferson School sits on 20 acres and has about 80 students enrolled in grades 7-12. About 60% of the students are seven day boarders and the average class size is 12. The average SAT score is 2150. Aly has visited twice and was enthralled. I have to say, I was pretty impressed too.

So, after much discussion, it is official. Aly will move to St. Louis to attend TJ on August 31. We are excited for her to be in a challenging learning environment, as well as testing out her independence. We think she'll flourish in this place.

So over the next few months, we'll find out who her roommate will be, decided what color comforters and pillows, and decided on the care package schedule. I'm very excited for her, and I promise to keep everyone updated through the blog. Maybe I can get HER to make some blog updates too.