Kindergarten

Children in kindergarten build their independence, self-reliance and self-confidence. These skills begin developing at home as children take more responsibility for simple tasks such as dressing themselves with less outside help. Being prepared for school includes academic knowledge such as recognizing their first and last name but children also will also need to be able to communicate their needs, feelings and interests.

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The Science of Reading Explained

The Science of Reading Explained

This article discusses the elements outlined in the Science of Reading. It also shares what it looks like in the classroom and shares resources that can be used within the classroom.
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Transitional Kindergarten Requirements

Transitional Kindergarten Requirements

This presentation from the California Department of Education share current requirements for TK class sizes, teacher workforce, and adult to student ratios. In addition it also outlines and shows how penalties will be calculated for these non waiverable requirements.
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CDE Universal PreK Frequently Asked Questions

CDE Universal PreK Frequently Asked Questions

From the California Department of Education. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding Universal PreK. These include implementation, grant funding, teacher workforce and more.
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EveryChild California UPK Support Page

EveryChild California UPK Support Page

This page features links to new and important information about Universal Transitional Kindergarten. From frequently asked questions, planning and implementation to funding, you will find it here.
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San Bernardino Countywide Vision Website

San Bernardino Countywide Vision Website

The Countywide Vision is a community-based effort to create a county where residents and investors can prosper and achieve well-being. The Countywide Vision website includes the Countywide Vision statement, information on progress being made to achieve the Vision, and resources to help everyone participate in the Vision effort.
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Connecting Virtually through SBConnect

Connecting Virtually through SBConnect

The Alliance for Education supports the alignment of partner work and resources across San Bernardino County by connecting business and community organizations to education. Alliance partners from business, labor, industry, community and faith-based organizations, education, and government work collaboratively to increase relevance in student learning. Our online platform, powered by SBConnect, offers businesses and schools the chance to make connections and bring concrete, real-world experience to the classroom. Professionals can share their knowledge and expertise with students across our region. Students can gain insight into career pathways and expand their awareness of high-demand jobs and growing industries throughout San Bernardino County.
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Literacy Activities in the Home

Literacy Activities in the Home

This document provides interactive literacy activities designed for parents to use with their child at home.
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Footsteps2Brilliance

Footsteps2Brilliance

Students can engage in early literacy learning in this fun and engaging game-based platform that is accessible on-line or as an app download. These fun activities support the development of print concept, phonemic awareness, phonics, and word recognition

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Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding

This guide from the What Works Clearinghouse provides teachers, reading coaches, principals, and other educators with instructional recommendations that can be implemented in conjunction with existing standards or curricula and does not recommend a particular curriculum. Teachers can use the guide when planning instruction to support the development of foundational reading skills among students in grades K–3 and in diverse contexts.

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The Science of Reading Explained

This article discusses the elements outlined in the Science of Reading. It also shares what it looks like in the classroom and shares resources that can be used within the classroom.

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Teachers and Family Engagement

Children are more successful when parents and teachers work together. Family engagement contributes to:Increased student achievement, Higher graduation rates, reduced absenteeism, and drop-out rates, Better student attitudes towards learning, Better social skills and fewer conduct problems, Better student-teacher relationships, and Improved cultural competence and trust in schools. This article provides steps to build this home-school connection.

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Transitional Kindergarten Requirements

This presentation from the California Department of Education share current requirements for TK class sizes, teacher workforce, and adult to student ratios. In addition it also outlines and shows how penalties will be calculated for these non waiverable requirements.

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Six Ways to Get Your Child Excited for the School Year

This article shares easy and fun ways to ensure that your child starts the school year off right.

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CDE Universal PreK Frequently Asked Questions

From the California Department of Education. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding Universal PreK. These include implementation, grant funding, teacher workforce and more.

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EveryChild California UPK Support Page

This page features links to new and important information about Universal Transitional Kindergarten. From frequently asked questions, planning and implementation to funding, you will find it here.

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Welcoming Bilingual Learners with Disabilities into Dual Language Programs

This is a guide for embracing students with special needs in multilingual programs and it is available for FREE!

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How to Use EdTech to Develop an Equitable Instructional Strategy

In many ways, education has evolved and given way to a more thoughtful approach to intentionally designed digital learning. This paradigm shift has reinforced the idea that technology can and should serve as the foundation for schools and districts to scale upon, as it provides equitable access to quality teaching and learning. But true equity is achieved when students can learn at their own pace and educators have the tools and instructional methods to support personalized learning. To achieve this, educators must have access to tools to provide a consistent, familiar “digital classroom” that is accessible whenever, wherever students are ready to learn.

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TK California

Families are an integral part for TK student success Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is a great opportunity to engage families and build a strong foundation for family-school partnerships. By welcoming families and establishing strong partnerships, both parents and teachers can begin to lay the foundation for the best learning outcomes for their youngest learners.

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The Value of Transitional Kindergarten

This summer, Early Edge will be sharing testimonials from parents highlighting the benefits of Transitional Kindergarten (TK).

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Nearpod

Nearpod is a platform where slides can come to life! Teachers can upload slides or build right in Nearpod to create interactive lessons. Students can respond to different activities directly on their own devices. Nearpod activities can be used live (with a group/class) or individually (self-paced).

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Adobe Express

Adobe Express is a creation platform that is free for all teachers. Teachers and students can create and build within the Adobe Express platform.

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San Bernardino County Reading Rally

TK through second grade students are invited to participate in our annual Reading Rally! This event will have a fun-filled time of storytelling, crafts, and special performances. Special giveaways will also happen!

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Joyful Reading at School and at Home: A Storybook Reading Routine

Joyful Reading at School and at Home is a four-part webinar series designed to help PreK–1st grade educators learn a routine for storybook reading, explore ideas for creating school-to-home connections, and extend storybook reading to creative expression activities.

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How to Practice Phonics with Kids at Home

If you're the parent of a beginning reader, chances are you're hearing a lot about phonics. Here's what you need to know about how your child will learn phonics — and how you can help practice phonics at home.

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The California State Seal of Biliteracy Requirements

The California State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB) Requirements Poster may be printed on large paper and hung in classrooms, guidance counselor offices, and other areas where students and parents may see it.

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Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions

Recognitions provided to students on the Path to Biliteracy or Multiliteracy.

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Booklists for Young Children

These multicultural booklists for young children introduce a wide range of concepts, themes, and activities and feature a diverse range of children and families. The 40+ booklists are organized by topic/theme, and many of the books are available in bilingual editions or in multiple languages.

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Unite for Literacy

Unite for Literacy offers bilingual children’s e-books in Spanish and English. Navigating the site is simple. Use the tool bar at the top to check out the various book categories (nature, technology, health and others) or search for specific titles. It’s also the place to select the text language (either English or Spanish) and audio translation. Audio translation is available in over 30 languages!

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History Curriculum

History Guides accompany each curriculum module and are structured as follows: The Thought: An expression of an overarching idea, the thought challenges.

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Native American History

1 2 3 4 5 Are you interested in learning about Native American histories? Are you someone with questions or information to share? Are you a teacher looking for curriculum ideas or other resources? Welcome! We believe that teaching Native American histories in a positive way requires both specific, local knowledge and a broad understanding of how colonization manifests across time and space in the Americas and around the world

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Student Checklist for Home Space Organization

A checklist to help students and their families set-up organized home space work areas.