Transition to Kindergarten

Transition to Kindergarten (TK) is a legislatively established and authorized program for children who are at least 4-years-old by August 31 and have been identified through a screening process to be in need of additional preparation to be successful kindergarten students in the following school year.

Overview

• Free, full-day program at Amistad and Washington elementary schools
• Schedule is Monday, October to June
• Serve up to 20 students in each classroom
• Free bus transportation
• Serve free breakfast and lunch
• The Washington Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills (WaKIDS) will be administered at the beginning of the program as well as one other time during the school year
• Kennewick School District's Transition to Kindergarten program is implemented and administered, in accordance with RCW 28A.300.072

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally in an environment that is the perfect balance of fun and education
• Students gain confidence and self-control
• High-quality education from a certificated teacher and paraeducator support
• Participation in physical education, library, music and technology classes
• Students ready to attend their boundary school when they enter kindergarten in the fall

Questions?

Amistad Elementary
Principal Julio Blanco
(509) 222-5100
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Washington Elementary
Principal Dr. Jen Veach
(509) 222-6200
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