Full-Day Kindergarten

  • Coming in 2026-27

    A brand-new Full-Day Kindergarten program for all eligible students will enhance academic excellence by promoting reading by grade 3 and mastering math facts by grade 4. 

    • A more comprehensive curriculum includes extended instructional time for reading, writing, literacy, math, and other key subjects
    • Extended program provides access to all Specials (Art, Health & PE, Library, Music, and QUEST)
    • More time for individualized instruction increases opportunities for independent learning, classroom involvement, and productivity in work with peers
    • More time for self-initiated and small group activities, and teacher-directed individual work
    • Time for direct instruction in social skills
    • Time for reinforcement of behavioral expectations
    • Strengthens first-grade academic delivery model 

    Full-Day Kindergarten Pioneer Schools (2025-26)

    Cold Spring, Doyle, Groveland, Jamison, Kutz and Mill Creek Elementary Schools have been selected to pioneer the full-day kindergarten program. Half-day programs will not be available at these schools. Families residing in pioneer school attendance areas cannot request enrollment in half-day programs at other schools, nor can families in half-day program areas request enrollment in full-day programs at pioneer schools.

    Future Expansion

    Full-day kindergarten will be offered at all schools starting with the 2026-27 school year.