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Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Transitional Kindergarten in Rural Education

Implementing Transitional Kindergarten (TK) in a rural setting presents financial and logistical challenges. This insightful guide by Biff Barnes, Superintendent of Junction Elementary School District, outlines effective strategies to establish a viable TK program. Key aspects include choosing the right program format (full TK, combination TK-K, regional TK), ensuring strong teacher representation, engaging in community outreach, and prioritizing parent education. The guide also emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and maintaining a supportive classroom environment to ensure all students thrive.

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Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Transitional Kindergarten in Rural Education

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  1. Challenges of Implementing TK in a Rural Setting Biff Barnes Superintendent, Junction Elementary School District, Palo Cedro, CA

  2. FILLING YOUR CLASSROOM Once you decide to offer TK, the first question is how to make it financially viable.

  3. WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR YOUR PROGRAM? • Full TK Classroom • Combination TK- K • Regional TK • Whatever form, it’s a two year program!

  4. ASSIGN ONE OF YOUR BEST TEACHERS Your commitment gives the program credibility.

  5. COMMUNITY OUTREACH • Decide on message& be consistent • Build relationships • Publicity/Advertise • Parent Nights • Parent Tours

  6. ADULT PRESENCE IN CLASSROOM • Instructional Aides • Parent Volunteers

  7. EDUCATING PARENTS IS AS IMPORTANT AS EDUCATING KIDS

  8. SCREENING & PLACEMENT Two Criteria: Age & Readiness • Young 5s – B-Day after 6/1 • Santa Clara Study • All Star • Needs Prep • Social Stars • Focused-on-the-Facts

  9. YOU NEED DATA TO TALK TO PARENTS • DIBELS • Gisell Institute – Developmental Observation • Parent Questionnaire

  10. PARENT EDUCATION Kindergarten Kickoff This is school, not preschool.

  11. ACTIONS HAVE CONSEQUENCES Training – Becoming a Love & Logic Parent

  12. HELPING YOUR CHILD BE SUCCESSFUL Parent Ed Nights • Reading Readiness • Family Math • Nutrition & Fitness

  13. FINDING RESOURCES Talk to your county’s 1st 5

  14. Questions or to visit Junction Contact Biff Barnes bbarnes@junctionesd.net 530-547-3274

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