Parents of Little Maroons ready for Kindergarten next year will want to take advantage of a program later this week to introduce their youngsters to what is in store for them in the fall.
Principal of Lincoln and Douglas Schools in Clinton, Jessica Patrick, indicates 'Camp Kindergarten' is a chance for students in Pre-K or those who did not attend Pre-K but will be starting Kindergarten next year to get introduced to the school building and spend time with the staff of the building.
Patrick explains students will go with some of the teachers around the building while she will keep parents back to address them on how to prepare their students for school in the fall. For some, Kindergarten will be their first time in a classroom setting.
Screening for Kindergarten used to be a regular practice in Clinton Schools, but Patrick wanted to bring it back. Additionally, with students that do not do any form of Pre-K, she felt this program was very necessary.
Camp Kindergarten is this Thursday. At Douglas School, it will take place from 9-10:30 am. At Lincoln School, it will be from 1:15-2:45 pm.
Patrick asks for parents wanting to participate to RSVP. You can call the respective school your child will be attending. She also notes, if you cannot make either event, be sure to still contact the school because they will have materials available for parents and students.
