Welcome to Kindergarten �at Sunset Elementary

2026-2027

Academic Readiness for Kindergarten�

• Writing and recognizing name
• Counting to ten
• Recognizing uppercase letters
• Proper pencil grip
• Scissor skills
• Independently go to the bathroom wipe/wash
• Be able to sit through a story

Social Emotional Readiness for Kindergarten

• Manage frustration
• Follow multi-step directions
• Separate with growing confidence
• Ask for help when needed
• Try again after mistakes
• Take turns and share space
• Complete simple routines independently
• Bounce back after disappointment
• Build stamina for structured activities

Come help in the classroom!�

• Entering campus for ANY reason requires clearance of your volunteer application and negative TB test on file with office. All this takes 2-3 weeks to process.(TB is good for 4 years)
• You can go to the district website to find all necessary forms.https://www.livermoreschools.org/
• Volunteer Application can be found under the Community Tab then down to Volunteering.

Parking

• Please do not park or stop in the handicapped designated spots. We do have parents, children and staff that need access to these spots. Tickets are $250.00
• Please be courteous and do not park in staff designated spots
• The first week will be challenging in terms of traffic and congestion. Please be prepared to park away from the school and walk your child to the classroom

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Dates to Remember

• August 12, 2026 First Day of School –Plan on attending with your child for the first 30-45 minutes to complete activities.

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• Back to School Night August 20th (adults only)

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Daily Schedule

• School begins at 8:30 and ends at 1:30
• Please line up at the door of your assigned classroom.
• Children must be escorted to and picked up from the classroom by an adult or daycare personnel

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Kindergarten Supplies

• All kindergarteners will be given the supplies necessary to perform in their classroom.
• These supplies will be shared amongst the class, please do not individually label.
• Voluntary donations:

Fat Elmers glue sticks

Baby wipes

Kleenex

Clorox wipes

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We are asking for a donation of $25.00-50.00 to offset the cost of supplies.

Helpful Hints

• Pack a small, healthy snack that can be opened independently
• Label everything!
• Children will be extra tired the first month please be sure to have them go to bed at a reasonable time and eat a good breakfast before they come to school
• If you have a child with allergies or a medical condition please contact the school nurse
• A standard size backpack is recommended for all kindergarteners along with a set of extra clothes. Please no rolling backpacks.
• Any questions please email Traci O’Rourke at torourke@lvjusd.org