region 2 tk training for administrators march 5, 2012
TRANSCRIPT
Transitional Kindergarten Planning and Implementation
Region 2 TK training for AdministratorsMarch 5, 2012
Does Readiness Matter? How Kindergarten Readiness Translates Into Academic Success
Transitional Kindergarten Planning Guide
Transitional Kindergarten Parent Engagement Toolkit
Various forms and resources
Materials you are being provided
SB 1381 is still in effect to be implemented in the fall of 2012 (unless and if the law changes)
The Governor’s January Budget Proposal intends for the elimination of the mandate and funding, but changes the entry date to November 1st in 2012
Trailer Bill Language has been introduced that would change a number of things...
What is the current status of TK as it relates to the law
On a case by case basis a student may be admitted to Kindergarten at the beginning of the school year having attained the age of 5 at any time during the school year, with the approval of the parent or guardian
◦ The Governing Board determines that admittance to Kindergarten is in the best interest of the student
◦ The Parent or guardian is given information regarding the advantages and disadvantages and any other explanatory information about the effects of early admittance
The entry dates will change (same as with SB1381)◦ November 1 for the 2012/13 school year◦ October 1 for the 2013/14 school year◦ September 1 for the 2014/15 school year and thereafter
What is in the Trailer Bill?
They believe Kindergarten students fall into 4 categories:◦ “All Stars” – Near Proficient across all skills◦ “Needs Prep” – Children are at the “not yet” and
“just beginning” level across all skills◦ “Social Stars” - Have strengths in social-
emotional skills, but they have needs in the area of Kindergarten academics
◦ “Focused-on-the-Facts” – these children are proficient in Kindergarten academic skills, but have needs in self-regulation and social expression
Santa Clara County School Readiness Longitudinal Study – What They Found
The “All Stars” started Kindergarten ahead, and remained ahead in their academic test scores through 3rd grade
“All Stars” are most likely to reach proficient or advanced levels in English at 3rd grade, although not all of them reach state targets
The “Needs Prep” students started behind their peers in Kindergarten and remained behind through 5th grade.
Just 6% of the “Needs Prep” children met targeted proficient or advanced levels in English at 3rd grade.
Longitudinal Studies of the Santa Clara Children Revealed:
Series1270
280
290
300
310
320
330
340
350
360
370
Low KA, Low Soc. ExpLow KA, High Soc. ExpHigh KA, Low Soc. ExpHigh KA, High Soc Exp
344
362
Third Grade English Scores for Children High and Low in Kindergarten Academics and Social Expression
304312
Santa Clara County Statistics
2008
(Needs Prep)
(Social Stars)
(Focused on the Facts)
(All Stars)
Series10
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
Low KA, Low Soc. ExpLow KA, High Soc. ExpHigh KA, Low Soc. ExpHigh KA, High Soc. Exp
330345
372399
Third Grade Math Scores for Children High and Low in Kindergarten Academics and Social Expression
Santa Clara County Statistics
2008
Preschool Makes a Difference Too
Information Provided by Applied Survey Research (ASR)
Lassen View State Preschool
Santa Clara Studies clearly were able to show that preschool gaps remain – children who attended preschool outscored the students who did not attend preschool at 3rd grade
Introduction Section I—Getting Started: Program
Structure & Design Section II—Effective Instruction, Curriculum
& Assessment References Appendices/Resources
Transitional Kindergarten Planning Guide Organization
The Kindergarten Readiness Act of 2010Senate Bill 1381 (Simitian)
History of kindergarten in the U.S. Rationale for TK
Introduction
Education Code Sections 48000-02 Changes entry-age for kindergarten (5
years) and for first grade (6 years) from December 2 to:
◦November 1 of the 2012-13 school year◦October 1 of the 2013-14 school year◦September 1 of the 2014-15 school year &
each year thereafter
The Kindergarten Readiness Act of 2010Senate Bill 1381 (Simitian
First year of a two-year kindergarten program Modified kindergarten curriculum that is age and
developmentally appropriate Flexibility provided for local school districts to
meet students’ needs Not a new program or higher level of service
Transitional Kindergarten:As Defined by SB 1381
Communication Organizing the TK Program The TK teacher and professional
development District articulation with PreK and K-3
Section IGetting Started:
Program Structure & Design
Between District/School & Community (Families & Preschool Providers)
◦Start early◦Communicate frequently
Within District and Schools◦District Boards◦Board Policies / Procedures◦District Administrators◦Bargaining Units◦Site Administrators◦TK, Kindergarten, & 1st-3rd grade teachers
◦Use multiple methods
Getting Started:Communication
TK provides children with the gift of time to learn skills that will help them build a strong foundation for success in elementary school.
• California’s kindergarten curriculum and standards have changed over the years, and many of the skills children were once taught in first grade are now taught in kindergarten. TK is the right program at the right time.
TK serves as a bridge between preschool and kindergarten, giving children more time for hands-on, interactive learning.
Effective TK Messaging for Parentsfrom the TK Parent Engagement
Toolkit
TK gives children the opportunity to spend time learning important social, emotional and academic skills that will help them succeed in kindergarten and beyond.
TK provides young learners with a high-quality early education at no cost to parents, to ensure that they have an opportunity to continue learning.
It helps children adjust to the school environment & develop strong learning skills.
TK provides young 5 year olds with an opportunity to start their kindergarten experience with children their own age, and with teachers that can tailor lesson plans to their needs.
Lessons Learned from Junction Elementary School…
Classroom Tours Family Night with Parent Testimonials Marketing Materials
◦ Brochures◦ Banners◦ School Newsletter◦ Website (even Facebook and Twitter reach many
families)◦ Media Advertising
Engaging Parents from the Beginning… Those Reluctant to Enroll
Teachers◦ Serve as most direct link to education system for most parents
Principals◦ Less direct contact with families, but still important messengers
in TK outreach efforts School staff
◦ Interact regularly with families (particularly front office staff) TIPS
◦ Make information and resources available to all elementary school staff, teachers and principals
◦ Offer communications training on new law and TK program to all elementary school staff
◦ Make sure teachers are accessible to parents to answer questions about TK, particularly during height of school registration
TK Messengers: Teachers, Principals and School Staff
•Consistent messaging is critical to successful outreach; develop messaging that articulates the benefits of TK
•Adapt messaging for use in outreach materials, staff trainings, talking points, brochures, etc.
•Provide talking points on benefits of TK to potential messengers, including front office staff at elementary school, school faculty, school administrators, school board members and district administrators
Parent Ambassadors ◦ Parents trust other parents when it comes to information about
their children’s education◦ Peer-to-peer perspective validates school information◦ Parents have been on of the strongest assets in recruitment
efforts across the state• TIPS
◦ Identify potential parent ambassadors, offer them personalized briefing with principal or teachers
◦ Provide materials and resources on TK to distribute to other parents
◦ Give them formal opportunities to be involved (e.g. participating in parent info meetings, providing quotes for parent bulletin endorsing TK)
◦ Involve them in planning and outreach efforts
TK Messengers: Parent Ambassadors
Same ADA rate of funding as kindergarten No other new funding ADA based on number of age-eligible
children TK age-eligible children don’t need CDE
Continuance Form to continue to 2nd year of kindergarten - However, If the Trailer Bill passes, children who are not 5 by November 1 in 2012 who attend kindergarten and will turn 5 during that school year (Parents will need to sign the Continuance Form)
Getting Started:Organizing the TK Program
Funding
TK must be offered by district for all age-eligible children, but need not be located at each elementary school
Combination classes are permissible Facilities requirements same as for kindergarten Transportation is local decision
Getting Started:Organizing the TK ProgramFacilities & Transportation
Credential requirements same as for kindergarten teachers
If teaching students identified as English Learners, teacher must be authorized
Early childhood experience desirable
Getting Started – Teacher qualifications and professional development
•Staff needs may vary•CA Preschool Learning Foundations•CA Common Core State Standards•Differentiation of instruction•Social-Emotional development of young children•Classroom environment•Assessment
Connect with local ECE providers Connect with kindergarten & grades 1-3
Regular common meetings Common professional development Share assessments of student learning
Getting Started:PreK-Grade 3 Articulation
How to Teach in a TK Program—The Instruction
What to Teach in a TK Program—The Curriculum
How to Know if Students are Learning—The Assessments
Section IIEffective Instruction, Curriculum, and
Assessment
Engaging, playful, and intentional Supportive of student diversity and special
needs Allows for whole group, small group, and
individual activities Includes learning centers
How to Teach in a TK Program: The Environment
Supports individual student differences and needs
Can include variations in time, learning tasks, and teaching strategies
Scaffolding of supports Meets needs of students with disabilities Meets needs of students who are English
Learners
How to Teach in a TK Program: Differentiated Instruction
Different from preschool and second year of kindergarten
Modified kindergarten curriculum that is developmentally and age appropriate
Continue to prepare students for school success
Bridge between CA Preschool Learning Foundations and CA Content Standards and CA Common Core State Standards
What to Teach in a TK Program: The Curriculum
READING At around 48 months
At around 60 months Transitional Kindergarten
At the end of Kindergarten
Alphabetics, Decoding & Word Recognition
3.0 Children begin to recognize the letters ofthe alphabet3.1 Recognize the first letter of own name3.2 Match some letter names to their printedform
3.0 Children extend their recognition of lettersof the alphabet3.1 Recognize own name or other common words in print3.2 Match more than half of uppercase letter names and more than half of lowercase letter names to their printed form3.3 Begin to recognize that letters have sounds
1.0 Students know about letters, words, and sounds. They apply this knowledge toread simple sentences1.6 (C) Recognize and name all uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet1.14 Match all consonant and short-vowel sounds to appropriate letters1.15 Read simple one-syllable and high frequency words (i.e. sight words)1.16 Understand that as letters of words change, so do the sounds (i.e. thealphabetic principle)
Sample of Worksheet we will be using to identify the TK standards for the April 16 Teacher Training
Social-emotional development Language Arts Mathematics Science History/Social Science Physical development Visual and performing arts
◦ Taught in age and developmentally appropriate manner for young children
What to Teach in a TK Program
Developmentally, age, and linguistically appropriate
Tailored for a specific purpose Reliable, valid, fair Utilize a variety of methods Useful for identifying students’ needs,
modifying instruction, and communicating with families◦ Example of Quality assessment tools: DRDP SR;
DIBELS,
Time Activity
8:00 – 8:30 Opening Activities (Calendar, Weather, Lunch Count, Story, Songs)
8:30 – 9:30 Literature (Pre Reading Activities, Phonics, Handwriting)
9:30 – 9:45 Morning Recess and Restroom Reminder
9:45 – 10:20 Centers
10:20 – 11:15 Math Centers
11:15 – 12:00 Lunch and Play
12:00 – 12:45 Science and Social Studies Development Activities
1:15 – 2:15 Snack, Storytime, and Dismissal Activities
Sample TK Daily Schedule (Approximate)
Senate Bill 1381 TK FAQs Kindergarten in California Kindergarten Continuance Form Online Resources CTC Credential Alert TK Learning Environment www.tkcalifornia.org
Resources
Additional Resources in your binder:
•Sample Report Card (English and Spanish)•Kindergarten Continuance Form•Credential Information Alert•CSBA Sample Board Policy•Customizable Parent and Family Brochure (In TK Parent Engagement Toolkit)