Kindergarten Round up
Maple Grove
March 22, 2011
Doug Barry, M.G. Principal
Lyndsay Marron, Asst. Principal
Introductions
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Lyndsay Marron
Nicole Baugh
Jennifer Kirby
Jennifer Latcham
Paula Nannen
Kara Hedrick
Stephanie Beaudette
Doug Barry
Leslie Perrigo
Lindsey Millsap
Stacey Roberts
– Assistant Principal
– Guidance Counselor
– ESL Teacher
– Special Education Teacher
– Secretary
– Nurse
– Beyond the Bell
– Principal
– Instructional Coach
– Special Education Teacher
– Special Education Associate
2011-2012
Kindergarten Team
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Mrs. Kacey Beyer
Mrs. Kelly White
Mrs. Kristin Craig
Ms. Rachel Broich
Possible 5th section - TBA
Requirements for your
child to attend
kindergarten
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.
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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 Arts
We 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
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Common Expectations
Common Language
Consistent Rewards
Consistent Lessons
Kindergarten Readiness
Preparing your child for kindergarten
Promote a love of reading!
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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
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Oral language
Written language
Nonverbal communication
Listening skills
Speaking skills
Readiness
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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!
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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
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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
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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 preregistration information tonight or no later
than April 5th to district office.
• Summer registration packets will be mailed to
families who have completed the preregistration 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…
Childhood is a Journey, Not a Race.
-Unknown