Kindergarten Readiness

We are extremely excited to welcome your children to our Kindergarten program. We would like to offer some ways to ensure that your child is ready to transition into the kindergarten classroom. In this newsletter, you will find many valuable resources for you and your child that will give you an understanding of the skills that your child will need to have and be able to do during their kindergarten school year. The resources included focuses on reading, math, social emotional, self-help and independent skills that will ensure a smooth entrance and continued duration of success their first year of school.

If your child has not attended a preschool prior to entering kindergarten, it will be very important for you to know if your child possesses the skills that are included in our newsletter. Let's work together to ensure your child's transition into school is an exciting and rewarding experience.

We look forward to meeting you and your child(ren) this Fall at Violet Elementary!

My name is Jessica Hunter and I have been teaching in the Pickerington Local School District for 20 years. I grew up in Pickerington. I went to elementary school at Fairfield Elementary and graduated from Pickerington High School. I graduated college from Ohio University and received my masters degree from Marygrove College. My husband Tom and I live in Pickerington with our two children. Brayden is 12 years old and in 7th grade. He is very active in football, basketball and lacrosse. Lainey is 9 years old and in 4th grade. She is active in soccer and lacrosse. I enjoy making memories with my family. I also enjoy shopping, vacationing and working out. Welcome to Violet!

My name is Miss Harrington and I will be a Kindergarten teacher this 2023-2024 school year. I have been at Violet Elementary for the past 3 years, starting my teaching career. I graduated from Bowling Green State University in 2020. After making awesome memories teaching 3rd grade, I can't wait to start my journey teaching Kindergarten! I look forward to all the fun, learning and growing we all will do this year!

Hello! My name is Louden Snyder and this will be my ninth year teaching kindergarten at Violet. I went to Ohio State for my undergrad and have since completed my masters degree in school administration. I live at home with my wife, Amber and our three cats: Sadie, Fudge, and Banjo. In my spare time I enjoy watching Cleveland and Ohio State sports, traveling, and woodworking. I'm looking forward to seeing everybody this upcoming year!

ABCYa Math

Hundreds Chart

Number Recognition

Math Games

PBS Kids Math

Education Games

Math Playground

PBS Kids Shapes

Geometry Worksheets

Shape Recognition Activities

Hexagon Practice

StarFall

Site Words

Word Games

40 Activities

Fine Motor Skills

Growing Hands

Handwriting Practice

Alphabet Practice

Mouse Program

MiniMouse

Bubble Mouse

Bees & Honey Mouse

Dance Mat Typing

ABCYa Computer Skills

Typing Skills

Typing Rocket Game

In addition to the habits listed, these are highly encouraged:

• Proper Bathroom Habits
• Dressing Themselves
• Buckling Seatbelt
• Following 2-3 Step Directions
• Can Blow Their Nose
• Get In & Out of Car Independently

• Encourage Independence
• Read to Your Child
• Establish Routines (Breakfast, Bedtime, etc...)
• Take Your Child to Local Places Such As (Zoo, Library, Discovery Center, etc...)

Email: dee_copas@plsd.us
Website: https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/violet-elementary
Location: 8855 Education Drive, Pickerington, OH, USA
Phone: 614-548-1500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuperVioletES
Twitter: @VioletElem