We are very excited for you to join our Archer Glen community! As we approach the 2022-23 school year we are eagerly making plans for your child’s transition to Kindergarten. The first few days of school will look different than is typical as we ‘Ramp-Up to Kindergarten.’ Our ‘Ramp-Up’ schedule gives us time to get to know your child before being placed into their permanent classroom.
“Kindergarten Orientation Days” September 1, 2, & 6
Kindergarten Orientation Days: Your child is invited to one of the three orientation days. They will spend this day doing fun activities with all Kindergarten teachers in a small group setting. Students’ assigned day for Kindergarten Orientation is determined by the first letter of their last name:
Student Last Name A – D: Thursday, September 1 (8:05am – 2:15pm)
Student Last Name E – P: Friday, September 2 (8:05am – 2:15pm)
Student Last Name R – Z: Tuesday, September 6 (8:05am – 2:15pm)
For Kindergarten Orientation, students will enter through the Activities Entrance starting at 8:05am (see map for directions). We will have plenty of staff on hand to guide your child to the Kindergarten classrooms. At that time, you will be invited to stay in the cafeteria for a welcome with the principal and Archer Glens' Parent Advisory Committee (PAC).
“Ramp-Up Days” September 7-8
Wednesday, September 7 & Thursday, September 8 - all children attend the full school day (7:55am - 2:15pm). Students will use the main entrance for arrival starting on the 7th. Doors open at 7:45am. There will be plenty of staff to assist students to their classrooms. During these two days, students will spend time in each kindergarten classroom with a variety of students and staff.
Friday, September 9 - No school for kindergarten students - teachers thoughtfully create balanced classes and prepare classrooms. Kindergarten class lists will be emailed by noon.
Monday, September 12 – Kindergarten students begin in assigned classes (7:55 - 2:15).
Additional Important Information
Please send a healthy, nut-free snack, with your child each day.
Your child is welcome to bring lunch from home or purchase a school lunch. If your child is having a school lunch, just have them let their teacher know when they arrive at school, and we will make sure they get a meal during their lunch break.
School supplies will be brought to school on August 30th for our open house Supply Night from 4-6 pm. A list of supplies for kindergarten can be found HERE.
*Bring a picnic to enjoy out front after dropping off your supplies. There will be popcorn, non-hosted Kona Ice, music and a PAC Volunteer sign-up table.
The Archer Glen Kindergarten Team,
Heidi Patterson and Amy Jordan
