Kindergarten Round upKindergarten Round upMaple GroveMaple Grove

March 22, 2011March 22, 2011

Doug Barry, M.G. PrincipalDoug Barry, M.G. Principal

Lyndsay Marron, Asst. PrincipalLyndsay Marron, Asst. Principal

Introductions• Lyndsay Marron – Assistant Principal• Nicole Baugh – Guidance Counselor• Jennifer Kirby – ESL Teacher• Jennifer Latcham – Special Education

Teacher• Paula Nannen – Secretary• Kara Hedrick – Nurse• Stephanie Beaudette – Beyond the Bell • Doug Barry – Principal• Leslie Perrigo – Instructional Coach• Lindsey Millsap – Special Education Teacher• Stacey Roberts – Special Education Associate

2011-2012 Kindergarten Team

• Mrs. Kacey Beyer• Mrs. Kelly White• Mrs. Kristin Craig• Ms. Rachel Broich• Possible 5th section - TBA

Requirements for your Requirements for your child to attend child to attend kindergartenkindergarten

Your child must . . .• be 5 years old by September 15th of the

current year which school begins.

• have a certificate of health from a licensed physician (a “physical”)

• have at least one of all required immunizations upon entrance to school and provide a fully completed State of Iowa Immunization Card within 60 days of the child's first day of school.

Your child must . . .• have a blood lead test and provide proof within 60 days of the

child's first day of school.

• have a dental screening within 60 days of the child’s first day of school.

• advised to have a vision screening before the first day of school.

• be a resident of the Waukee Community School District or file the appropriate paperwork.

Pre-Registration Process• The following Items must be turned in to the

Central Administration Office by 4:30 PM on April 5th, 2011.– A completed Kindergarten Pre-Registration Form– Proof of your child's birth.– A copy of your child's current immunizations– A completed Home Language Survey– Proof of Residency

All pre-registration forms must be completed and submitted together.

Acceptable Proofs of Residency

• Mortgage statement, current property tax bill, warranty deed, settlement statement, or Lease agreement.

• If a sibling attends The Waukee Community School District and you are a resident, provide the sibling’s name, grade, and attendance center.

• If a sibling attends The Waukee Community School District and is open enrolled into the district, please file the appropriate paperwork.

• If none of the above applies, please contact the Waukee Community School Central Administration Office.

Highlights of Kdg. Program• The primary goal of the Waukee

kindergarten program is to nurture the continuous growth of children socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.

Kindergarten is a time for children to:

• Develop more self confidence, independence, and a sense of responsibility toward themselves and others

• To be involved in child centered activities• To investigate their world and develop their

skills for life long learning through interactions with materials, people, and ideas

ACADEMICS Everyday Math

* Counting * Computation *

* Data & Chance * Measurement *• Geometry (shapes) * Patterns *

Complete program link

http://bit.ly/eufqo9

Comprehensive Literacy

* Shared reading (modeled read aloud) *

* Independent reading/Buddy Reading *

* Small group/Guided Reading *

* One on One Conferring *

* Word Study *

Exploratory Science

* Scientific observations *

* Lab notebook records *

* Inquiry based studies *

• Content related vocabulary *

More information about our FOSS program at:

http://bit.ly/eDt32B

Social Studies

* Content related vocabulary ** Learning through text * * Technology integration ** Inquiry based studies *

Related ArtsWe are on a 6-day cycle and schedules are

given to parents in the fall (min/cycle)• Physical Education (60)• Library (40)• Art (45)• Music (60)• Guidance (30)• Technology Integration (30+)

Full day kindergarten experience

• Provides the best start possible for children to build a solid foundation for future learning in the Waukee School District

PBIS: Positive Behaviors Intervention Support

• Common Expectations

• Common Language

• Consistent Rewards

• Consistent Lessons

Kindergarten Readiness Kindergarten Readiness

Preparing your child for kindergartenPreparing your child for kindergarten

Promote a love of reading!• You are the child’s FIRST teacher • You are a powerful role model • Read to your child• Read with your child• Talk about the story and pictures• Have fun with the words - rhythm and

rhyme of the language

Benefits of Reading with Your Child

• Development of larger vocabularies• Development of longer attention spans • Promotes a greater understanding of books

and print• Value reading and learning• Opportunity to spend quality time with your

child

Think Beyond Books• Environmental print: words and phrases

that surround us – Billboards– Restaurant signs– Menus– Grocery store – Traffic signs

Communication• Model for your child

– Oral language– Written language– Nonverbal communication– Listening skills – Speaking skills

Readiness• Playing games• Categorize/group items• Help with preparing snacks/meals• Putting things away• Getting along with others• Learning to listen• Sticking to a schedule

Starting school!• Start each day with a healthy breakfast• Be sure your child is well rested • Well nourished meals when possible• Dress for the weather - layers!• Label clothing• First day of school ?• School day 8:35-3:40• 8:50 - official start time

Transition Days• First two days of school • 9:45-1:45• Arrive on time - not too early• Leave your children cheerfully• Parent Pick-up - Plan to arrive around 1:40• Bus students can expect your child to be

picked up between 8:45-9:30 and dropped off between 1:45-2:30

Beginning of the Year• You will receive a welcome letter from your

classroom teacher in August – Transportation Arrangements– Transition Days– Open House - Parents & Children– Back to School Night - Parents only

Attendance• Attendance and being at school on time is

important. • There is a correlation between student

attendance and student achievement. • Getting your child to school on time sends a

strong message that you value education. • Call the office if your child will not be in school. • According to Iowa Code & District Policy

parents will be notified of excessive absences and tardiness.

Pre-Registration• Please be sure to return your completed pre-

registration information tonight or no later than April 5th to district office.

• Summer registration packets will be mailed to families who have completed the pre-registration process.

• Summer registration is mandatory for all students K-5.

Thank you!

We look forward to a partnership to ensure a quality educational experience for your child.

Finally…Finally…Childhood is a Journey, Not a Race.Childhood is a Journey, Not a Race.

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