Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten
TK & Kinder
Department Address
501 S. Santa Fe Ave
Compton, CA 90220
Department Phone
(310) 639-4321 Ext. 63062
Dr. Abimbola Ajala
Program Overview
Our TK Program |
Our Kinder Program |
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Mathematics: Concepts surrounding numbers, shapes, and critical thinking in problem-solving scenarios. |
Mathematics: Building a foundation in number sense through counting, comparing, basic arithmetic operations, and exploring shapes and measurement, while applying mathematical concepts to solve real-world problems. |
Language Development: Fostering effective communication, expanding vocabulary, and understanding basic instructions. |
Oral Communication: Actively participating in group discussions, articulating thoughts and emotions, asking and answering questions, and following multi-step instructions collaboratively. |
Early Literacy: Introduction to alphabet letters, phonics, recognizing rhymes, and developing early reading skills. |
Early Literacy: Decoding the relationship between letters and sounds, and utilizing this knowledge to read simple texts and words with 3 or 4 phonetic components. |
Comprehension Skills: Engaging with story sequences, practicing questioning techniques, and interpreting visual narratives. |
Listening Comprehension: Extracting meaning from spoken text, identifying key elements such as characters, settings, conflicts, and resolutions in stories, and discerning main ideas and supporting details in informational texts. |
Writing Skills: Refining fine motor skills through proper pencil grip, letter formation, and expressive drawing to convey narratives. |
Writing Proficiency: Mastering fundamental writing techniques to compose narratives, express opinions, and convey information, incorporating descriptive details and newly acquired vocabulary. |
Social and Emotional Growth: Nurturing emotional intelligence, encouraging sharing, and promoting curiosity-driven learning. |
Social and Emotional Development: Fostering positive interpersonal relationships, problem-solving skills, decision-making abilities, and strategies for expressing emotions constructively. |
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Enrollment Process
RANGE OF BIRTH DATES |
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY |
SCHOOL YEAR |
9/2/18 - 9/1/19 |
Kindergarten |
2024-2025 |
9/2/19 - 6/2/20 |
Transitional Kindergarten |
2024-2025 |
6/3/20 and later |
Preschool Part/Full Day |
2024-2025 |
9/2/19 - 9/1/20 |
Kindergarten |
2025-2026 |
9/2/20 - 9/1/21 |
Transitional Kindergarten |
2025-2026 |
9/2/21 and later |
Preschool Part/Full Day |
2025-2026 |
FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Q. What is the Universal Transitional Kindergarten Program?
- Q. What are the benefits and goals of the program?
- Q. How do I enroll my child in Universal Transitional Kindergarten?
- Q. Will transportation be provided for students enrolled in a Universal Transitional Kindergarten program that is outside of their home school community?
Q. What is the Universal Transitional Kindergarten Program?
A. The Universal Transitional Kindergarten program offers high-quality early learning for children turning four by September 1 of the school year. Led by credentialed teachers, it focuses on language, literacy, and math skills, preparing children for school success. With 180 school days, it aligns with kindergarten and elementary schedules, providing families with additional early learning options and helping narrow the readiness gap.
Q. What are the benefits and goals of the program?
A. High-quality early learning, supported by decades of research, enhances children’s cognitive and social skills and instills a lifelong love of learning. The Universal Transitional Kindergarten program aims to:
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Offer quality early learning to all children turning four by September 1.
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Provide structured and unstructured opportunities for social and communication skill development.
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Foster personal qualities like resilience, confidence, and persistence to lower dropout rates and increase graduation rates.
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Establish a strong language and literacy foundation to improve success in college preparatory requirements.
Q. How do I enroll my child in Universal Transitional Kindergarten?
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