Smoky Row Elementary Pre-Registration Kindergarten Information March 27, 2017

Introducing… Mrs. Kim Barrett– Principal Mrs. Amy Satkoski-Assistant Principal Mrs. Elizabeth Elliott– Student Services Coordinator Mrs. Decina Paul- Nurse Mrs. Tessa Kopnisky– Secretary Mrs. Lisa Sapper– Secretary Mrs. Aimee Durm-Secretary

Today’s Purpose: What will Kindergarten be like for my child?

Is My Child Eligible for Kindergarten? Kindergarten students must be 5 by August 1 according to Indiana law. The Carmel Clay Schools appeal process automatically grants eligibility for early entrance to kindergarten to any child who will be five (5) years of age by September 1st of the enrolling year as verified by an official birth certificate.

Highlights of Smoky Row Highly Qualified Staff Full Time Counselor and Nurse, Special Services Staff (Resource Teachers, OT, PT, SLP) Full Day Kindergarten Response to Intervention (RtI) Advanced Math and Challenge Program Focus on Literacy Across the Curriculum and Higher Order Thinking Extended School Enrichment (ESE) Diverse Student Population Strong School Community: Rockets Rule!

Kindergarten Information Things to Know and Do for Parents

Science/Social Studies Daily Schedule Time Subject 8:05-8:10 Arrival 8:10-10:15 Language Arts 10:15-10:45 Lunch 10:45-11:20 11:20-12:10 Specials 12:10-1:20 Math 1:20-1:35 Recess 1:35-2:25 Science/Social Studies 2:25-2:35 Pack Up/Dismissal

Kindergarten Screening As a district, we pre-screen all incoming kindergarten students to help with class placement. You will sign up for a time online. The link to the online sign-up will come via email to all registered parents. The screening time for your child should last approximately 15 minutes. The dates for this spring’s Kindergarten Screening are May 9-10.

Nurse News Any health concerns, allergies or medications, please plan on meeting with Mrs. Paul early in the school year. Please make your physician appointments now. Once summer hits many new students need their vaccination reports completed all at once! Shot records are due by August 1st. Health information + immunization requirements for each grade level can be found on Carmel Clay School’s web site at www.ccs.k12.in.us Click on” Current Families & Students” Click on “Preparing to Enroll” Click on “Student Health Guidelines”

Nurse News Online health information must be updated yearly, including permission for Benadryl for a bee sting and Tylenol or Advil for pain/ fever. Elementary parents will usually be contacted prior to your child receiving the above named medications. ALL Allergy Action Plans and Asthma Action Plans must be given to the school nurse with the proper medications prior to the first day of school. Please no exceptions!!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q: What should my child know/be able to do before entering kindergarten? A: There are no expectations that students possess certain academic skills before entering kindergarten. However, some things you may want to work with your child on in order to help them have a successful start to kindergarten include: Recognizing and writing their name; reciting the alphabet; identifying upper and lowercase letters at random; identifying numbers 0-10; tying shoes, zipping jackets, and other independent self-help skills; following simple one- and two-step directions; read to your child often and talk about books Q: What kind of adult support is in the kindergarten classroom? A: Each classroom has a full time teacher and a full time assistant. Q: How big is a typical class? A: Classes range in size, and generally average 20-25 students.

FAQ Continued Q: Is there any kind of before/after school care offered? A: The Carmel Clay Parks Department offers the Extended School Enrichment (ESE) program. See the website or stop by the table set up at the front of the building on Back to School Night. Q: What about transportation? A: Most students ride the bus. You will be able to get bus information through our online system, myCCS, right before school starts. Q: What do I do if my child is sick? A: Please call our attendance line by 8:30 a.m. at the latest to report your child absent. Q: Can parents volunteer? A: Kindergarten classrooms love parent help! All classrooms have a liasion who coordinates volunteers. All volunteers must have a criminal background check prior to volunteering.

Mark Your Calendars… On-line Registration: By March 10th or ASAP Kindergarten Screening: May 9 and 10 Kindergarten Orientation: August 10, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social: August 14, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Back to School Night: (Parents Only) TBD

Contact Information Kim Barrett, Principal kbarrett@ccs.k12.in.us Amy Satkoski, Assistant Principal asatkosk@ccs.k12.in.us Smoky Row Elementary, (317)571-4084