Parent Information Meeting February 24, 2009

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Parent Information MeetingFebruary 24, 2009
Welcome to
Kindergarten Registration
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Your packet contains

• enrollment forms
• bus information
• CPK brochure
• curriculum overview
• basic supply list

Please fill out all kindergarten information
before leaving this evening.
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SJPS Website
St. Johns Public Schools Website
www.stjohns.edzone.net
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Health Requirements

• Immunizations
• Physical Exam
• Birth Certificate
• Health History
• Vision Hearing Screen

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Immunization Requirements

• Public Health Code requires schools to report
  students immunizations
• Student needs Hepatitis B, Tetanus, MMR,
  Varicella (or has had Chickenpox) Polio
• Follow up with family doctor or local health
  department if your child has immunization needs

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Physical

• St. Johns Public School Policy requires students
  to have a current physical when enrolling within
  the last year
• American Academy of Pediatricians recommends
  children have routine Well child Checkups age
  4,5, 6

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Birth Certificate

• The School District needs a copy of the original
  birth certificate
• Required by law

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Health History

• Any pertinent health information medications,
  allergies, chronic conditions, emotional problems
  or health concerns
• Take appointments and then phone conversation
  regarding

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Vision Hearing Screening

• Students entering school are required to have
  vision hearing exams
• Documented on physical done by physician, NP or
  PA
• Health Department Schedule to sign up tonight
  for an appointment

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Transportation Information

• Busing Guidelines
• Labeling information

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Kindergarten Schedule
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Thursday Friday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
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Continuous Progress Kindergarten
CPK

• 1 year for most
• 2 years for some
• Observe young learners for a whole year
• Indicators for success
• Parent wishes are honored

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• "Kindergarten is not a preview of what is to
  come. It is the foundation on which the
  following years will grow. Each grade builds on
  the one that comes before, and kindergarten sets
  the pattern and tone."
• - Judy Keshner

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Grade Level Content Expectations

• GLCEs

www.michigan.gov/mde
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Kindergarten Curriculum
Play Cut Draw Read
Color Count Write Name Name Letters
Sing the ABCs Name Numbers
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Helpful Hints

• Label your childs belongings
• Buy a large backpack
• Keep the school updated with current
• phone numbers
• Help your child be independent (zip,
• tie, coat on, backpack)

Reassure your child that school is safe and fun!
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Important Days

• Kindergarten Parent Orientation Meeting Tuesday,
  September 1, 2009 _at_ 700 p.m.
• Kindergarten Walk-Through
  Thursday, September 3,
  2009
  500 700 p.m.

Important Date
First Day of School September 8, 2009
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Schools of Choice
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Thank You Families!

• As you leave tonight, please make sure you
• Pick up your childs goody bag
• Enjoy the refreshments