1. Welcome to kindergarten at Dorothea Walker Elementary!

2. Framework for Today’s Session
9:00 – 9:10–
Meet and greet in library
Student information questionnaires
9:10 – 9:45
Children visit classrooms with Kindergarten teacher
Parent information session and question period
9:45 –
Healthy snack and good bye!

3. Framework for Today’s Session
12:15 – 12:20
Meet and greet in library
Student information questionnaires
12:20 – 12:45
Children visit classrooms with Kindergarten teachers
Parent information session and question period
12:45 –
Healthy snack and farewell!

4. Parents as Partners
We value strong relationships with our parent community- we are partners in your child’s education.
We encourage open communication. Speak to your child’s classroom teacher often and as soon as questions or concerns arise.
We have a number of staff with special skills – let us help support you and your child.

5. Support Staff…. Teacher Librarian
Learning Assistance and Literacy Support Teachers
Resource Teacher
Speech and Language
Counselor

6. Get connected
Get involved with our PAC (Parent Advisory Council), CPF (Canadian Parents for French)
Read the information posted on the website:
Volunteer for chaperoning fieldtrips or helping in the classroom
Come into the school on a regular basis

7. Safety Call the school when your child is absent Drop-off / pick-up
Parking
Family routines

8. Preparing for Kindergarten
Early literacy skills
Language development
Independence

9. Transition information
Class placement
Schedule for September- gradual entry
Reverse lunch hour

10. Welcome to Dorothea Walker!
We look forward to working with you and your child.