Sweetwater Picture Day Fun

The idea of taking a class picture of 14 young children can be a little daunting.  I am sure you can relate to how difficult it can be to take a picture of your child, let alone 13 more, that also don't necessarily want to sit still or look at the camera! I have found that over my years of being a professional photographer there are a few tricks that seem to work wonders.  On one hand I have to be firm, tell them where to sit, how to stand, what to do with their hands, and make sure they know I mean business.  Yet on the other hand I get to be silly and let them have fun with it so that picture day does not become a dreaded ordeal.  Today I wanted to share with you a few "out takes" from Sweetwater School 2013-2014 class picture day.

After I got everyone positioned, which went surprisingly well, it was time to get these kiddos smiling.  I asked them to show me their teeth, expecting some giant toothy grins.  Some of the kids took me quite literally as you can see. I am sure their dentists would be proud!

 

What picture day would be complete without a goofy picture?  The kids just LOVE doing this; I love seeing how creative they get with their silly face.

 

Here is the final class picture, and its a real winner!  14 bright little faces all looking in the right direction, no blinks, no one hiding behind their friend.  It was such a pleasure to capture the class this year, and create a memory that will last a lifetime!

 

Contact Info:

Tami Brundage

206-229-8877

Tami@ButterflyKissPhotography.com

www.ButterflyKissPhotography.com

Sweetwater School Picture Day Tuesday 5/27!

Spring Program 6/11

 

Time for the Sweetwater kids to show off their performance skills. The annual Spring Program is approaching and everyone in the family is welcome Wednesday 6/11 at 6:30 pm. Bringing folding chairs is advised, as we lost many chairs in the December Deluge. 

Closing for the Summer!

The Fife School district closes for the summer June 13th. Sweetwater will remain open until June 27th if we have enough requests. Most of the time attendance drops dramatically at the end of the Fife District school year. In order to provide a viable learning environment to remain open past that time period, we will need assess the amount of children attending as well as the time of day requested by parents.

Please express your needs to Mrs. Stockman as soon as possible. If you are planning on ending your child’s Sweetwater School year in line with the Fife School District calendar, please note your tuition will be prorated to reflect the reduced amount of time. Please check with Mrs. Stockman before making your June payment.   

2014-2015 Registration Due 6/6

 

It's almost summer and it's time to reserve your child's spot at Sweetwater! 

The 2014-2015 school year will sneak up faster than you know it. If your child is coming back next school year, the annual $100 registration fee is due 6/6.  

Mother's Day Tea

Annual Mother's Day Tea event was a complete success. "Mom's" of all kinds showed up to witness games, treats served by little hands and handmade presents for mommies of all kinds. Too many precious pictures...have to share many.

 

 

 

 

Tapestry Project

Who knew that such a simple sewing project would provide so many hours of fun and result in such beauty. This was so easy and ready for little hand sewing immediately. The kids took the task right away and it's nice to see them do some self-directed fine motor handwork.