What Can I Do to Prepare?
Having a child entering kindergarten can be a time of excitement and stress for parents. Planning ahead will make this time
less stressful for you and your child.
To get ready for your child to enter kindergarten
you should:
+ Decide which kindergarten program your child will attend.
+ Request an enrollment packet from the school—notice the
important dates and deadlines.
+ Schedule an appointment with your child’s pediatrician to
make sure that his or her immunizations and health screenings are up to date.
+ Give your child’s current preschool program permission to
share documents and information with the new school.
+ Attend an Open House or schedule a tour of your child’s
new school before school starts.
+ Meet your child’s new teacher and share your ideas about
your child’s interests, strengths and any areas of concern.
For more information, visit the National Education Association web site. |
