Haysville Public Schools is thrilled to announce the district's initiative, Kinder Launch, designed for incoming Kindergarteners at all USD 261 elementary schools. This innovative program aims to enhance our student placement process, ensuring a balanced and positive learning environment for all children.
What is Kinder Launch?
Kinder Launch is a carefully structured initiative focusing on comprehensive student assessment to optimize classroom placements.
Key Dates and Events:
- July 30th: Join us for a parent information meeting at the Dr. John Burke Learning Center, with sessions at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Meet the elementary principals, along with the Assistant Superintendent for Learning Services, to learn more about the program and ask any questions.
- August 12: Open house event for all Kindergarten students, providing an opportunity to meet their teachers.
- August 13-15 & 18: Kindergarteners will participate in various group activities and assessments, allowing staff to observe and interact with them in different settings. This will help determine the best classroom placements.
- August 19: No school for Kindergarteners as our staff analyzes the collected data to finalize classroom assignments. Parents will be notified of their child's teacher.
- August 20: The first official day of school for Kindergarteners, where they will join their new teacher and classmates.
Program Structure: During the Kinder Launch days, students will be assigned to groups (identified by color, number, letter, or shape) to ensure stability. Throughout the day, they will rotate through different activities with various teachers and peers, allowing for thorough observations and assessments. This approach helps us understand each student’s unique needs and strengths.
We encourage all parents to attend the July 30th meeting at the Dr. John Burke Learning Center (150 Stewart, Haysville) to learn more about this exciting initiative.