This is an exciting time in your kindergartener’s life. They have been learning how to be a part of a learning community socially and academically and have developed a solid foundation of literacy and numeracy to build upon. This exciting time of year in our “kindergarten world” is referred to as Kindergarten Part 2. We encourage students to be more independent with their daily responsibilities such as following routines, independently using self-help skills, and applying themselves more independently. … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Part 2
Kindergarten Center
It has been amazing to see the growth in so many of our kindergarten students. Readers and writers are emerging as letter knowledge expands into building words and sentences. Students are developing an understanding of the world around them through daily experiences and making mathematical connections to the real world by naming and recognizing shapes, counting and comparing using appropriate mathematical vocabulary.
Daily experiences are providing student opportunities to develop life skills such as communication, turn-taking, and collaboration. Students are … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Center
Kindergarten Center, RHS class of 2037
What a pleasure it has been getting to know this amazing group of students and I am excited for the school year ahead!
Summer 2024
Whether your child will be starting kindergarten in the fall or your child will be moving on to grade 1, summer break is always an exciting time of growth and development through their innate curiosities. As parents/guardians, embrace the different experiences to further develop your child’s growth socially, emotionally. and academically. Go for a walk through in our community! Observe the changes in environment before and after a summer storm. Attend a concert in the park. Make a new friend. Visit a museum. Did you know that the Rutherford Public Library has[Read more...] about Summer 2024
Promoting an Attitude of Gratitude
In a world filled with so many "things", it is often difficult for children to appreciate all they do have such as a place to live, food, clean water, friends, and family. At the Kindergarten Center, we promote an Attitude of Gratitude all year long, appreciating moments of successes no matter how big or small. Gratitude is taking a moment to reflect on how lucky you are when something good happens. To help promote an Attitude of Gratitude at home consider writing a thank you note or creating artwork for someone you or your family is grateful for, or take a moment to share a positive moment … [Read more...] about Promoting an Attitude of Gratitude