1. The ABC's of Kindergarten
Welcome to
Our Class!

2. What is New in Kindergarten?
Kindergarten has changed dramatically over the past several years. It is no longer the kindergarten that you or I remember. The expectations and curriculum standards for a child in kindergarten are very high now. But don't worry! With your help, we are here to make sure that your child's educational experience will be not only successful, but fun and exciting also.

3. ttendance is very important
ttendance is very important! If your child misses school, please remember to write a note or call the office to let us know he/she will be absent.  Most of our Kindergarten experiences are group oriented and involve interaction with classmates and hands-on materials. Therefore, it is next to impossible to make up work at home!
is for backpacks & book orders. It is not necessary for Kindergarteners to bring a backpack to school.
Book order forms (Scholastic) will be coming home as I receive them. As a bonus, free books are earned for our classroom library when book orders are made! Our first Book Fair will start September 5! Parents can shop 8-9am.

4. is for communication and conferences
is for communication and conferences. Throughout the year I will communicate with you through notes, , telephone calls, newsletters, progress reports, and parent teacher conferences. I encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns at any time. There is no need to wait until parent conference day if you have a concern about your child's progress. Feel free to send me an or send a note to school.
is for dates! We have important dates throughout the school year. I will always provide you with important dates in my newsletters and in our class website. Please, mark your calendars! We don’t want you to miss out on anything.

5. A fire drill helps us be prepared!
is a reminder that in an emergency, it is important that we have current contact telephone numbers. Please inform us if address, home, work, or cell phone numbers change throughout the school year.
is for field trips and fire drills! Information for our trips will be sent home when the time is near.
A fire drill helps us be prepared!
is for gym class! We will have gym class (P.E.) at least once a week. We are scheduled for P.E. with Mrs. Jett’s class, every Friday. Regardless, children should ALWAYS wear closed toed shoes to school.

6. Be NVOLVED in your child's learning!
is for homework Packets! Every Wednesday, homework assignments can be found on fairburnkinderhomework.weebly.com. I encourage you to work with your child each night to review & reinforce the skills we are working on in school. Please, return completed homework assignments to school EVERY Tuesday.
Be NVOLVED in your child's learning!
is for joining our FAB (PTA)! Throughout the school year there will be a variety of special classroom activities, celebrations, and FAB meetings. We also have many events to help support our school. I encourage you become involved!

7. is for keeping up with folders
is for keeping up with folders! Red Communication folders are our primary means of communications. The folder will be our way of making sure things get to and from school.
is for library books! We will be visiting our library every Wednesday. Please, encourage your child to reread their book. You can also read with your child using “85 Fun Simple Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Read,” located in your packet.

8. is for manipulatives. Throughout the year, we will be working with manipulatives (hands-on activities) to help us with new discoveries and with learning.
is for Nurse! If your student requires medication to be taken at school please make sure that you fill out the necessary forms in the office. Our nurse and office handles all medication. Also, if there are any allergies that we need to be aware of please let us know.
is for office check-ins and check-outs! Please make sure to go to our office when you need to check-in or check-out your student.

9. is for PARTY! We are allowed to have TWO parties within the school year. Please, let me know if your family does not celebrate certain holidays.
Birthdays are special occasions for young children. Parents are welcome to provide birthday treats that we can enjoy towards the end of our school day. All treats for parties, holiday, etc. must be store bought, no home-baked goods are allowed.
is for questions! Please let me know if you have any questions throughout the year. I am always willing to talk with you after school, or you can me at

10. is for recess and report cards
is for recess and report cards! We will be going outside everyday unless it is raining. If your child is too sick to play outside, they are too sick to attend school. Please make sure your child is properly dressed for the weather!
Report cards for Kindergarten is on a 4 point scale. More info will come as time approaches!
is for snacks and lunches! Please, provide a nutritious snack and lunch for your child every school day. If your child is purchasing a snack and/or lunch, please credit their accounts. You can do this in 2 ways:
online ( or by providing cash in a sealed envelope with your child’s name.
is for tying shoes! Unfortunately, this is a very necessary skill that is no longer taught in school. Please work on this with your child at home. Once they become proficient at tying shoes, they will become one of my "Tying Teachers" and assist in teaching other students with learning to tie shoes.

11. Each child is UNIQUE and special
Each child is UNIQUE and special. They enter my classroom with different skills, personalities, experiences, backgrounds and learning styles. It is my aspiration to foster their individual strengths and help each child develop to his/her fullest potential; academically and socially. My goal is to teach them to fall in love with learning!
is for volunteers and visitors! We love having volunteers in our school! Please fill out the volunteer interest form in this packet. I will reach out to you again in late September – early October to provide you with necessary forms to have you in our classroom!! Visitors always need to check in with the office first.
is for wearing practical clothes! We try our best to keep clothing clean throughout the day but sometimes it is impossible! Please send your child to school with that in mind!

12. is for having eXtra clothes
is for having eXtra clothes! If you find it necessary, please provide a change of clothes to have at school in case of an accident!
is for YOU! There is no one who is more influential in your child’s life than you!
is for ZzZzZz...please make sure that your child gets plenty of rest each night. Setting and keeping a bedtime helps children to be alert and ready to learn each day!