Dear Parents,

 

        Welcome!!  We hope that you and your child’s adjustment to Kindergarten have gone smoothly!

 

        The contents of this packet are usually not given out until Back to School Night, however, we feel that it may be more helpful to you if we send it home earlier.  Included in this packet is general information regarding the Kindergarten program, Kindergarten schedules, a book list, academic information, and an Expectation sheet.

 

        There are two sheets we would appreciate if you would return by Monday, September 15th.  The first paper is the Kindergarten Information Sheet with the Tiny Park permission slip on the back, which was mailed to you this summer.  If you did not receive this form please let us know.  The second paper is the Expectation Sheet, which is included in this packet. On this we would like you to write what you expect your child to achieve this year, and what you expect from us. 

 

        The reason we are sending these papers now is so you may review them before Back to School Night and have any questions, concerns, or suggestions ready for discussion.  We are asking for the Expectation Sheet early so that we may be prepared to answer any questions, concerns, or suggestions that night. 

 

        Remember that Back to School Night is on Wednesday, September 17th.  The K1 and K2 teachers will meet with parents together.

 

        We look forward to hearing from you and meeting you!!

                                                                                   Sincerely,

                                                                  The Kindergarten Teachers

 

       

** Please remember this is a time for parents and teachers, the children are NOT to attend.

 

 

WELCOME TO KINDERGARTEN

 

1)     Reminder: The following items are due: (Please write your child’s name)

a) $10.00 to cover school supplies for the year

b) Two boxes of facial tissues and two rolls of paper towels (we may ask for      

    donations of more later in the year).

c) One lunchbox with child’s name and grade

d) Clorox wipes

e) A box of Band-aides

f) One backpack large enough to hold a folder and a journal

 ** If you are able, a donation of liquid soap would be greatly appreciated!!

 

2)     All money that is sent to school MUST be enclosed in an envelope.  Please

mark the outside with your child’s name, grade, and what the money is for.  Separate envelopes should be provided for each item and each child since the money is sent to various places.

 

3)     Now that the school year is underway, please allow your child to enter the

class by him/herself.  This will help them to become more responsible.  It will

also make their adjustment to Kindergarten easier.

 

4)     As it upsets children to lose their belongings, please help by labeling ALL of

your child’s things, jackets, lunchboxes, sweaters, etc.  Self-care will be stressed at school, so please help your child to learn to zip, button, and put on their own clothing.

 

5)     Please be sure to carefully read the Student and Parent Handbook.  The rules in the Handbook have been gone over with the children, but please review it with them again at home. Conduct referrals, demerits, and Saturday detentions will be given to children who exhibit behavior that does not coincide with the Handbook.  The first page of the Handbook MUST be sent back to school with you and your child’s signature.  If the form was sent with an older sibling, please let us know.

 

6)     Due to limited space in our lockers and cubbies, we do not use pillows for nap, or blankets.  As stated in the handbook, no toys are to be brought to school.

 

7)     Lunches are kept in lunchboxes until lunch.  If you have items you think may spoil, you may want to invest in an “ice-pack” to keep food cold.  Please provide a drink for your child, unless they are getting milk.  No glass bottles are allowed, and we ask that you not send soda.  Please make sure your child has a napkin or spoon if needed.  Please remember that we do not have access to a microwave for the children, so please pack lunches accordingly.

 

8)     Your child will need a nutritional morning snack included in their lunchbox.  Some type of fruit, yogurt, crackers, or vegetable that may be eaten within ten minutes.  This will include 12:30 dismissal days and hot lunch days.

 

9)     For your child’s birthday you may send in MINI cupcakes, brownies, cookies or donut holes.  NO CAKES OF ANY KIND.  Mini cupcake molds are available upon request.  Please give at least 3 days notice so we can arrange a time for this special occasion.  Remember, we are not having a birthday party at school, just a small recognition of your child’s special day!!

 

10)The morning bell rings at 8:00.  Please do not enter the building before this time.  Classes begin at 8:15.  Your promptness is greatly appreciated.  If, however, you do arrive after the 8:15 bell, please go to the office first, pick up a late slip, and allow your child to enter the class by him/herself.  We will have already started our day, and the least amount of disruptions the better it is for the children.  Thank you for understanding!!

 

11)We will give you a copy of our schedule at Back to School Night.   Please be sure to follow the Handbook regarding the proper attire for your child.

 

12)All classwork will be sent home daily in their folders.

 

13)Homework will be given starting in October.  It will include short, simple activities that supplement work covered in class.  Homework will be given on a weekly basis.  The assignments will include worksheets pertaining to current areas of study as well as assignments that will need to be completed in some type of bound book.  As long as the book has the larger lines to help the children write, it is acceptable.  This is a requirement, and failure to hand in homework will result in a lack of privileges until work is completed.   

 

14)If there is a change in your child’s home environment which may affect your child’s behavior/performance in school and you feel comfortable doing so, please let us know.  This will help us better understand changes in behavior/attitude and also assist in helping the child cope and understand the matter.

 

15)If you have any questions or would like to let us know something concerning your child, please send in a note or call the office and leave a message.  Unfortunately, since we MUST give the children ALL of our attention to set the mood for the day, we are not able to meet with you at the door, which is why we ask that you leave a message or write a note.  We are available for conferences, with requests given at least two days in advance, from 7:45-8:00 A.M. as well as some afternoons.  The office phone number is 301-277-4568.

 

16)Report cards will be distributed in January and June.  Conferences will be held in January.

 

17)Children returning after an absence are REQUIRED to bring in a note to explain the reason for the absence.  If you need to pick your child up early, please send in a note explaining this.  Your child will be waiting for you at the office.  If someone other than yourself is picking your child up, please state that person on the Information Sheet and notify us of any changes.

 

18)Remember ALL clothing must be labeled.  Children enrolled in aftercare may bring a change of clothes in their backpacks.

 

We are very excited about the new school year.  If there is anything we can do for you please let us know!!  We are here for you and your child.

 

              Thank You (in advance) for your understanding and cooperation!!

                                                              The Kindergarten Teachers