Kindergarten Kindergarten Orientation Orientation

20142014Heritage ElementaryHeritage Elementary

Home of the HawksHome of the HawksMrs. Wallace- Principal

Mrs. Spaugh-Asst. Principal

"Making a World of Difference. Every Child, Every Day!"

Welcome to the Welcome to the KindergartenKindergartenClass of 2026!Class of 2026!

Meet the Teachers:Meet the Teachers:

Mrs. Carter

Mrs. Wilson

Mrs. West

Ms. LeVrier

Mrs. Arrona

The Support TeamThe Support Team:: Mrs. Herrera – Counselor

Coach Hatfield – P.E.

Mrs. Garza – Computers

Mrs. Adams– Librarian

Mr. Jones - Music

Kindergarten Kindergarten Academics/CurriculumAcademics/CurriculumBalanced Literacy

Shared ReadingGuided ReadingIndependent ReadingJournal Writing

CSCOPE MathCSCOPE/Exploratory

ScienceCSCOPE Social Studies

Related Academics:Related Academics:

Physical Education

Art

Music

Media

Technology Integration

Guidance

A Day in the Life A Day in the Life of a Kindergartenerof a Kindergartener

Opening Activities (Lunch count, Morning work, Journals, Calendar Math,

Oral Language skills)

Language Arts Block (Phonics, Vocabulary, Writing, and Reading)

Mathematics Block (Hands-on activities and instruction)

Centers/Workstations (Small group instruction, Individualized student

support, Enrichment and Individualized instructional time)

Lunch (Good nutrition, health, and daily focus on table manners)

Recess (Fine and gross motor skill development)

Story time (Listening to stories and music/ Book and print awareness

activities)

Social Studies/Science (Discovery time/ SS and Science Units)

PE/Art/Music/Computers

Daily Reflections (Review concepts/skills learned today)

AttendanceAttendance

Attendance and being at school on time is very important!

There is a positive correlation between student attendance and student achievement.

When you get your child to school on time, it sends a strong message that you value education.

HRE’s Behavior ExpectationsHRE’s Behavior ExpectationsSOARSOAR

S - self controlO - on taskA - attentive to directionsR - respectful and ready to

work

Discipline procedures are as follows (K-2): Verbal Warning Clip moved and 5 minutes of lost privileges. Clip moved and 10 minutes of lost privileges. Clip moved and loss of all privileges with a call home. Clip moved and an Office Referral

LPISD Dress CodeLPISD Dress Code Collared shirt

Socks must be worn

No open-toed shoes

No faux-hawks (or any other kinds of distracting hair)

Shirts must be tucked in.

Shorts and dresses must be below fingertips

Preparing Your Child for Preparing Your Child for KindergartenKindergarten

Promote a love of ReadingYou are your child’s first teacher!You are a powerful role modelRead to your childRead with your childTalk about the story and picturesHave fun with words- rhythm and rhyme

of the language

Benefits of Reading with Benefits of Reading with Your ChildYour Child Development of larger vocabulary Development of longer attention spans Promotes a greater understanding of book

and print Value reading and learning Opportunities to spend quality time with your

child

Think Beyond Books:Think Beyond Books:Environmental Print: Words and phrases that surround us

BillboardsRestaurant signsMenusGrocery storeTraffic signsCereal boxesMagazines

CommunicationCommunicationModel for your child

Oral languageWritten languageNonverbal communicationListening skillsSpeaking skills

ReadinessReadiness Playing games Categorizing/grouping items Help with preparing snacks/meals Putting things away Getting along with others Learning to listen Sticking to a schedule

How Can I Help My Child This How Can I Help My Child This Summer?Summer? Demonstrate how to hold and turn pages of a book Help them begin to recognize and know their first and

last name Practice writing their first name (capital letter at the

beginning, lower case letters throughout) Practice saying the alphabet (not singing) Practice counting to 25 Help them learn to recognize colors and basic shapes Learn their address and phone number

Enroll your child in the Summer Reading Program at the local Library

Practice buttoning, snapping, and tucking in shirts Practice tying shoes Teach your child proper restroom etiquette

How Can I Help My Child This How Can I Help My Child This Summer? (con’t)Summer? (con’t)

Is My Child Ready for Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?Kindergarten?

Texas Law states that: For the 2013-2014 school year, children entering kindergarten for the first time must be five years old on or before September 1, 2013.  Due to Texas state law on age requirements,  no exceptions will be made.

But:Not all children are ready for Kindergarten.Academic knowledge is only part of the picture.

How to How to PreparePrepare for the for the 2013-2014 School Year:2013-2014 School Year:

Make sure you child gets plenty of rest- It is a great idea to establish a school routine one

week before school starts (going to bed early and waking up early).

Serve nutritious and unhurried meals. Encourage your child to be polite and to state feelings

instead of acting them out. Provide numerous opportunities for experiences with

books.

How Do I Know?How Do I Know?

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist- see attachment

Kinder KampKinder Kamp You will receive a letter from HRE at the beginning of

August to invite you to Kinder Kamp.

Your child will listen to stories, sing songs, and do some activities with the kindergarten teachers.

While the children are with the teachers, the parents will visit with the principal and make a game to take home.

Plan to be Active:Plan to be Active:

Join the PTO! Volunteer to help your school. Attend school events, parent

conferences, and meetings. Contact your child’s teacher if

you have questions or concerns.

Beginning of the Beginning of the 2013-2014 School Year2013-2014 School Year You will receive a postcard from your child’s classroom

teacher in August. Meet the Teacher will be held at HRE (times TBA) First day of school is Monday, August, 26 2013 School day is 7:40 am – 3:10 pm Tardy bell rings at 7:50 am Open House in the Fall

Contact Person:Contact Person:

Do you still need to register? Do you have registration questions? Do you have questions about the school supply list? Do you have questions about a Heritage Spirit shirt?

Please See Mrs. Carreon in the Front Office

Questions/CommentsQuestions/Comments

Generalquestions?

Specific questions?

ConclusionConclusion

Thank you for taking the time to attend HRE’s Kindergarten Orientation.

We look forward to our partnership with you, which will ensure a quality educational experience for your child.