Students are becoming SUPER Readers! They have been practicing the following reading SUPER powers: Pointer Power: Tracking words carefully as they read, “point to a word, say a word”. Slider Power: Sliding their fingers under the words to make each sound and blend them together. Snap Word Power: Recognizing high-frequency “heart words” quickly. Think Power: Stopping to think about the story and understand what’s happening. Fix-It Power: Monitoring during reading and using strategies when something doesn’t look or sound right. These Super Readers are also emerging into … [Read more...] about Kindergarteners have SUPER POWERS!

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

As a child develops, the need for parents to step back and "Let Go" can be challenging; however, the importance of this is instrumental to developing as a student!  Learning to button, zip, and snap clothing or containers may seem minor, but it is necessary!  These small victories teach competence and independence, paving the way for larger accomplishments, such as tackling complex math problems or advocating for one’s own learning needs. Every step toward self-sufficiency builds a child's confidence, ultimately nurturing their sense of self-worth.  The Kindergarten Center’s monthly “Let Grow” … [Read more...] about Autonomy Builds Self Worth