TAKS test are done, let's party!!

Here in the GREAT state of Texas, the schools have these state mandated test (TAKS) that the kids have to take. TAKS test are a HUGE deal, not only for the students but also for the teachers. I am NOT a fan of the TAKS test. If the kids don't pass they don't promote to the next grade. They do give them a chance to retake them during summer school. It totally stress EVERYONE out, especially the kids. This year the principal decided that since the kids worked so hard and did so good on the test that she would reward them by letting them have a field trip to the park. Our city just put in this new awesome park this past spring and it's within walking distance of the school. It also has a splash area which was perfect for the kids after the walk over. They played, splashed, ate lunch and played some more.



Since we have NO beach in site, the next best thing I guess is the sand in the volleyball pits.




cooling off in the splash area after the walk over.



Warming up after playing in the splash area.


Playing volleyball with the teachers.