3rd Grade Musical

At Jensen, all the third grade classes put together a musical for parents and the school.  Last year, C saw this play and liked the music.  Since it's his turn to be in the play this year, I asked him if hewants to audition for a part.  He said no.  Every 3rd grader is automatically in the chorus and since he doesn't like to be in the spot light, he doens't want to audition.  And he didn't want to give up lunch recess for rehearsal.  H and I encouraged him to audition because he likes singing and we think he will do a good job.  Being a part of the musical will be more fun than just singing back up.  We also wanted him to be involve in school and be an active participant, not just sit back and watch others.  After some convincing he decided that he will audition.  To audition, he has to sing solo to all the 3rd grade teachers.  C chose three parts that he would like to audition for.  We didn't think he will get a part because he is so quite, but we just want him to try and participate.  Low and behold, everyone who tried out got a part. He got the part of an ant in the Rumpus in the Rainforest.  Even though it took alot of time from recess to be in rehearsel, he told us that really likes being in the musical and it was fun.  Here is a little clip of the musical.  For kids who are out going or not so shy, trying out for something and performing might not be a big deal.  But for someone who is shy and does not like the spot light, this is a big deal that he stepped out of his comfort zone to experience something different.  It takes a lot of courage, boldness, and faith.  We are just so proud of him.  We hope that this will be the first of many courageous steps that he will take as he grows.