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Nether Providence Elementary

Kindergarten Orientation �2023-2024

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Kindergarten Schedule: �Half-Day Program

  • AM Session: 8:45-11:30 AM
  • PM Session: 12:45-3:30 PM
  • Currently 2 AM Sessions, 2 PM Sessions

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Important Information

  • August Open House - August 17 3:30-5:30 PM
  • August Summer Mailings (teacher assignment)
  • First Day of School (Monday, August 28)
  • School Handbook

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Arrival/Dismissal

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  • Patti Diaferio – Transportation Supervisor
  • AM ride to school on same bus as grades 1-5
  • AM ride home with K only
  • PM ride to school with K only
  • PM ride home on same bus as grades 1-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Safety
  • Activities
  • Attendance
  • Complement Programs
  • FAQ Document

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NPE Website

  • Visit the school website for important information
  • Sign-up for School Messenger
  • Be sure email addresses are up-to-date

www.wssd.org

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Curriculum

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  • Literacy/Writing Workshop

Fountas and Pinnell (comprehension)

Fundations (phonemic awareness)

Heggerty (phonics, word study)

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Curriculum Cont.

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  • Math InFocus (Singapore based - problem solving)
  • Social Studies/Science
  • Specials (30 minutes daily)
  • PBIS Program

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PBIS

  • Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
  • The Three to Be at NPE
  • Be Responsible
  • Be Respectful
  • Be Safe

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Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

  • PTO Presentation

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Questions?

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  • Contact NPE Office
  • FAQ link on NPE home page
  • Lottery/Class Assignments