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Transition to Kindergarten

Two children laying on the ground outside, while a school bus is parked in the background. The transition to kindergarten involves preparing young children and their families for the move from early childhood programs to elementary school.

Resources in this collection focus on enhancing parent–child relationships, facilitating effective transitions, partnering with local schools, planning collaboration meetings, preparing for school visits, and more.

Transition to Kindergarten: Supporting Children Who Are Dual Language Learners (DLLs)

Tue, 12/03/2019 - 14:27

Discover information and strategies to help Head Start program staff support children who are dual language learners (DLLs) and their families as they make the transition to kindergarten.

Ready, Set, Go! Planning a Kindergarten Registration Event

Tue, 12/03/2019 - 14:44

Use this step-by-step guide to plan and host a successful kindergarten registration event. Find ways to engage all four points of connection to support families in the enrollment process.

Leadership Practices for Successful Transitions to Kindergarten

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 15:28

Find research-based practices and activities to help leaders create successful transitions to kindergarten. Use this information to support the four points of connection that are key to transitions.

Your Child Is Going to Kindergarten: Making the Move Together

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:53

This guide offers tips, organized across a timeline, for families to engage in the kindergarten transition and support their children throughout the process.

Transition to Kindergarten: Engaging Families

Tue, 01/14/2020 - 13:46

Learn how a Head Start program partners with families as they prepare for kindergarten. Explore ways to partner with families and receiving elementary schools during children's transition to kindergarten.

Launching the Transition Process

Tue, 01/14/2020 - 14:02

Learn how Head Start staff can partner with families and introduce the importance of the transition to kindergarten from the start.

Healthy Transitions to Kindergarten

Mon, 02/10/2020 - 17:31

Explore this tip sheet to find questions to engage families about kindergarten readiness. Learn about suggested actions health services staff may take to help children transition to kindergarten.

Practicing Alignment for the Transition to Kindergarten

Thu, 02/13/2020 - 09:21

Find out about alignment strategies that staff can use to bridge the connection between Head Start and the receiving school.

Educators Supporting Successful Transitions to Kindergarten

Thu, 02/13/2020 - 09:28

Find out what key components can help ensure children’s successful transitions to kindergarten. Learn about practical ways staff can support families during the transition process.