Early Childhood Special Education a... Nov 2, 2008
Make an investigative study of the learning goals contained within the kindergarten curriculum, and an effort to find ways to teach these lessons without forcing physical inactivity. Children who are kinesthetic learners will often catch on to a concept faster if their hands are occupied with play dough, legos or another so-called distraction. (Suite101.com)
Grant teacher to resume job in January Aug 29, 2008
For the next four months, the schools will have a chance to implement the new kindergarten curriculum, evaluate the program and refine it. Come January, DiResta will be back on the job, this time to help make sure that each school meets requirements for accreditation. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Pre Kindergarten Readiness Test Jul 26, 2008
Homeschooling parents who are eager to get started with a kindergarten curriculum often consult a kindergarden readiness checklist ... Before beginning a kindergarten curriculum at home, do a self-check assessment of skills, to determine whether basic math and communication skills are in place before academic study begins. (Suite101.com)
‘Ready to begin’ Jun 19, 2008
The course for the program covers a broad range of material included in the regular kindergarten curriculum, she said. Parents who choose to enroll their children in the program must commit to taking part in it as well. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Not so fast, New Brunswick May 26, 2008
In this respect, it is of interest to note that this most important developmental area has been overlooked in the new kindergarten curriculum implemented this year in New Brunswick. While this new cohort of kindergarten children will surely please the politicians by showing a short-term spike in standardized (pre)literacy testing, research and theory suggest these children may fare less well long-term. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Daisies Use Resources Wisely May 11, 2008
Environmental education can supplement any kindergarten curriculum. The green petal of the Daisy Girl Scout patch set signifies an understanding of the concepts behind the Girl Scout Law s promise to use resources wisely. (Suite101.com)
Board to vote on strategy plan May 5, 2008
How they would do it: Plans include expanding world language instruction and adopting a new kindergarten curriculum. Example of what they would track: Increase percent of children proficient on math FCAT from 57 percent to 70 percent by 2012. (Florida Times-Union)
The moral lesson that drives GTA IV May 2, 2008
Inspired by their son, who at the age of 6 petitioned his principal to get games put on the kindergarten curriculum, they conducted a large study into the effects of violent games on 12-to-14-year-olds. They interviewed and surveyed 1,254 middle-school students in the United States and then talked to many of their parents as well. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Vikes rise to the challenge at Harvard tournament Mar 1, 2008
Torrence Creek Elementary: The next PTA general membership meeting will be Thursday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m., and will include kindergarten curriculum night. Help compile the PTA newsletter at the Eagle s Eye print party on Tuesday, March 11, 6-8 p.m. in the parent room. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Announces Simultaneous TRUCKTOWN Deals Feb 14, 2008
The TRUCKTOWN series will become part of the pre-K and kindergarten curriculum of Pearson's Reading Street program. Reading Street, created by Pearson's Scott Foresman publishing team, will offer the TRUCKTOWN titles in book form, as well as audio and CD formats in both English and Spanish. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Literacy is the first step towards learning English Jan 10, 2008
The dittos, with pictures of the sun, a cat and a ham, were being used to teach English and resembled kindergarten curriculum. But the desks were filled with adults. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Dodds move to Iowa Oct 24, 2007
Grace Dodd will encounter another challenge in her kindergarten curriculum next month. In addition to honing her sharing skills and scissors proficiency, the 6-year-old daughter of presidential-nomination hopeful Chris Dodd will have a new Iowa address to memorize. (Daily Iowan, IA)
John Trumbull finalist for CAS Elementary School of the Year Oct 4, 2007
The example of a developmentally appropriate kindergarten curriculum which allows for differentiation of instruction to meet the needs of students with varied ability levels. Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Iacoviello cited the "unique kindergarten programs" as a significant attribute of John Trumbull. (Town Times, CT)
