Kendall is a busy girl. Not only does she cheer 5 hours a week at the club, but she also (will) cheer 1 hour at the school. This year, she also signed up for Orchestra and has been learning to play the violin.
So when she came home and said she was running for President (of the whole school), I wasn't surprised but I was definitely hesitant. Kendall made her own posters. I encouraged her to use memes, and I think it caught a lot of eyes. Her promo video was pretty great, too. And lastly, we made shirts for her and Alexis to wear at school.
Sadly, she didn't win. But a fifth grader has never won President before, so I think that comforted her a little. Jen was actually over at the house later that day and told me that the teacher in charge of the whole program rigged the votes. A certain boy won with the most votes, but that teacher said she did not want to work with him, so she announced the runner-up as the winner. That's pretty messed up!
A lot of Kendall's friends ran for Vice-President and School Spirit Coordinator, but none of them won either. Sixth graders took up all the School Counsel spots.
I told Kendall it was probably for the best, especially if she wants to do Drama Club, too. Plus this year just gave her the experience and knowledge needed for a better run next year. I'm so proud of her for dreaming big and not letting her fears get in her way. Go, Kendall!
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