Jumpstart Kindergarten

We're having lots of fun in our Jumpstart Kindergarten class!  Students are introduced to letters and numbers and each day we do an art project.  Students also practice handwriting, learn phonics skills, and explore early mathematical concepts.  Each morning we practice handwriting by tracing our name and alphabet letters.  It's wonderful to see the progress students make in such a short time!

One of the most important things students learn in this summer course, is the rules and structure of a classroom environment.  Students build social skills and learn behavior expectations.  Many students have never been in a structured classroom and the Jumpstart Kindergarten course is a great way for students to have some exposure so they are ready for Kindergarten success!

We learned the letter A on the first day and did tear-art to make an apple.  I love doing these daily art projects because students are able to practice their fine motor skills and listening to directions.  Students also learn to use scissors and glue sticks (their future Kindergarten teachers will thank me!).