All Day Kindergarten Option

Parents have the option of an All Day Kindergarten (ADK) or Half Day Kindergarten program. All Day Kindergarten is a tuition-based program and requires a $50.00 non-refundable registration deposit to ensure placement.

What does the curriculum look like for All Day Kindergarten?

Our Kindergarten curriculum is a rigorous, academic experience
Literacy, focusing on the Early Learning Standards for Kindergarten
Math, focusing on the Early Learning Standards for Kindergarten

The Kindergarten Curriculum can be found by clicking here.

What is the difference between the curriculum for the All Day and the Half Day kindergarten programs?

All students will receive the core curriculum in a Half Day program
Those students who attend the all day kindergarten program will engage in more in-depth learning experiences of the core curriculum during the additional time

If I select Half Day for my child, how will the first grade teacher handle teaching my child? How are you going to meet the needs of my child?

Our teachers are prepared to meet the needs of all learners
There is great variability among children’s experiences in kindergarten, first and second grade. We will address the needs of students in the same way that we address the various needs of students coming from different preschool experiences

If I select the Half Day program, is it possible that my child will be moved from the school assigned to our attendance area?

Kindergarten students will be placed based on enrollment numbers at their home schools. Every effort will be made to move the least amount of students. Parents will be notified by letter if the potential exists that enrollment will exceed capacity at their home school.

What is the length of the All Day Kindergarten program?

8:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., consistent with the school day for Grades 1-5
Students will remain in school for lunch; they may purchase lunch or may bring their own lunch

How will transportation be provided?

Through our normal bussing services. In a case where a student needs to attend a different school other than their assigned school due to enrollment capacity, that student will be bussed from their assigned school to their newly assigned school.

Is there a nap or relaxation time?

What is the difference between the All Day Kindergarten program and daycare?

Academic curriculum delivered by certified teachers

Is there any special screening or qualifications for All Day Kindergarten?

Will I have the opportunity to select AM or PM if I enroll my child in the half day program?

What is the cost to enroll in the All Day Kindergarten program?

2012-13 All Day Kindergarten costs:

All Day Kindergarten will cost a family $245 per month, per student (for 9 months)
Tuition will be pro-rated for families eligible for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program

· Free - $70 per month

· Reduced - $145 per month

I have twins, is there a reduced rate for twins?

There is nothing at this time

Will class sizes of 1st through 5th grade classes in a school building be affected by the number of students signing up for All Day Kindergarten?

No. The determination as to whether or not classes at other levels need to be added or subtracted is based on the number of students at that particular grade level and independent of interest in that school for All Day Kindergarten.

Will students participating in All Day Kindergarten have the same classroom teacher for the full day?

Yes.

How do I register for All Day Kindergarten?

Kindergarten Registration for 2012-13 is on February 8, 2012. Register at the elementary school where children in your area currently attend. A certified copy of the student's original county-issued birth certificate will be required at the time of registration. Families must provide two documents as proof of residency. Click here for details.

District 303 can accommodate all families wishing to enroll their student in All Day Kindergarten. To be guaranteed a placement in all day kindergarten, families must have completed all the registration forms and paid the $50.00 non-refundable fee.

If the All Day Kindergarten registration numbers at any individual school is greater than the school's capacity then some students will be transported to another District 303 elementary school for kindergarten. All registration forms and deposits must be received by February 15, 2012 in order to be included in a school placement lottery if one is required. Parents will be notified by letter if a lottery is necessary for their elementary school.

Registrations completed after February 15, 2012 will be placed at the student's home school while space is available or placed at another elementary school if capacity has been reached.