Kindergarten Parent Hub
Everything you need for a happy, organized kindergarten year
Our Class • School Year 2026–2027
Mrs. Poland and Ms. Davis
Parent Hub • Table of Contents
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Daily Schedule
Specials Schedule
SEL & Character
At-Home Practice
Important Dates
Lunch & Snack
Arrival & Dismissal
Birthdays & Celebrations
What to Wear / Bring
Helpful Links
Contact Us
FAQs
Meet Mrs. Poland
Meet Ms. Davis
Daily Schedule
Our day at a glance
8:45 AM Arrival
9:15 Morning Meeting
9:30 AM Language Comp.
10:30 AM Lunch
11:00 AM Specials
11:45 Letterland and WIN
1:15 AM Recess
1:45 Math
3:15 Science / Social Studies
3:45 Dismissal
A schedule of specials is on the next slide
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Specials Schedule
Art • Music • PE • Media
Monday*
PE
Tuesday
Computer Lab
Wednesday
Art
Thursday**
Media Center
Friday
Music
*PE wear tennis shoes
**Bring your Media Center books
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SEL & Character
Social-emotional learning
SecondStep� A social-emotional learning program that helps students build important life skills such as managing emotions, showing kindness and empathy, solving problems, and making responsible choices. Through engaging lessons and activities, students learn how to be successful friends, classmates, and learners.
Positivity Project�A character education program that helps students recognize positive character strengths in themselves and others. Through engaging lessons and discussions, students learn about kindness, teamwork, gratitude, perseverance, and other qualities that help build strong relationships and a positive school community.
Zones of Regulation�A social-emotional learning approach that helps students identify and understand their feelings and energy levels. Students learn strategies to manage their emotions, make positive choices, and use tools that help them feel ready to learn and interact successfully with others.
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At-Home Practice
Reading & skill practice
Reading
Read together for 10–15 minutes.
Letterland
Practice this week’s sounds.
Math
Worksheets will come home as needed.
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Important Dates
Traditional Calendar
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Teacher Workdays
Holidays
Vacation Days
September 21
October 12
November 3
December 21, 22
January 19
February 15
March 10
April 5
May 17
September 7
November 11, 26, 27
December 24, 25, 28
January 1, 18
March 26
May 31
November 25
December 23, 29, 30, 31
March 29, 30, 31
April 1, 2
Lunch & Snack
Food information
Lunch
10:30 AM -11:00 AM
Any drinks that are not water will need to be disposed of before leaving the cafeteria.
Parents will be allowed to eat lunch with their student(s) and ONE friend.
Students will need to learn their lunch number by the end of the first quarter.
Snack
Our class with have a daily 10 minute snack. Snacks will need to be sent daily by parents. Only WATER to drink; no juice, milk, or soda.
Food Notes
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Arrival & Dismissal
Transportation routines
Morning Arrival
The building opens at 8:45 am for students. Breakfast will be served at this time. The instructional bell rings at 9:15 am. If your child is late, you must check into the front office.
Afternoon Dismissal
All bus riders will need a bus tag. Do not remove these from their bookbag. Please help your student memorize their carpool number.
Changes
Transportation changes will only come from the front office. Please do not send via email or TalkingPoints.
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Birthdays & Celebrations
Birthdays
We do acknowledge students birthdays throughout the school year and allow children to share a treat with the class at lunch. NO balloons, party favors, or candles are permitted.
Treats
All treats for the class must be store bought and sealed in the package in which they were purchased.
Invitations
If invitations need to be handed out, please have the students name on the invitation.
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What to Wear / Bring
Spirit days, PE & weather
PE Days
Sneakers / comfortable clothing
Spirit Days
Theme days will come home via TalkingPoints
Weather
Please do not send your student with an umbrella. If your students wears rain boots to school, please pack a 2nd set of shoes in their bookbag.
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Helpful Links
One-click family resources
School Website
Lunch Menu
PTA Sign Up
Volunteer Registration
Calendar & Schedules
Student Handbook
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Contact Us
How to reach our team
Teacher
Mrs. Poland
epoland@wcpss.net
Instructional Assistant
Ms. Davis
kjdavis@wcpss.net
Communication
All messages will be read during school hours. Please allow for a 24 hour response time.
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FAQs
Common kindergarten questions
What should my child bring each day?
Daily folder, snack, and a positive attitude.
How do I change transportation?
Please contact the front office. .
Can I send birthday treats?
Yes.
What if my child is absent?
Please send a signed note in your students folder when they return. A doctor’s note is preferred.
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Meet Mrs. Poland
Kindergarten Teacher
Hi, families! I’m Mrs. Poland, and I’m so excited to be your child’s kindergarten teacher! I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Liberty University and have experience working with children in a variety of educational and youth settings.��I love creating a classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and excited to learn. I look forward to partnering with families and celebrating all of the growth, confidence, curiosity, and wonderful memories our kindergarteners make this year!
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A Few of My Favorites
💙 Color: Blue
🥜 Treat: Trail mix
🫖 Drink: Herbal tea
🛍 Shop: TJ Maxx
🖊 Pens: BIC pens
🎾 For Fun: Pickleball & tennis
Meet Ms. Davis
Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
Hi, families! This is my 5th year at Richland Creek, and RCES holds a special place in my heart. Two of my boys are proud Richland Creek graduates, and my youngest still attends here.��I love getting to know our kindergarteners, hearing all of their funny and important stories, and learning new things right alongside them. I’m so excited for another year of learning, laughter, and fun!
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A Few of My Favorites
🍫 Treat: Chocolate
🖊 Pens: Clicker pens
🍪 Scent: Food smells
🌿 Color: Sage green
☕ Drink: Coffee
🎯 Shop: Target