SXSW EDU 2019
Ready to Learn: Easing Transition to Kindergarten
Description:
Early kindergarten transition programs show promising results for historically marginalized student populations. A recent study found participants maintained higher attendance and literacy skills during kindergarten and beyond. The program helps incoming kindergarteners practice school routines and connects parents with school staff to support learning at home. Hear about the positive, lasting impact of a low-cost, targeted intervention that supports family engagement and student achievement.
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Takeaways
- Understand the potential long-term benefits of early kindergarten transition (EKT) programs for marginalized student populations
- Explore possible approaches to meeting the transition needs of children and their families who lack access to formal structured pre-K
- Learn how to engage families in EKT programs, with particular focus on marginalized student populations
Speakers
- Nancy Hauth, Program Manager of Kindergarten and Early Learning, Portland Public Schools
- Fernando Madrid, Community Agent and EKT Family Facilitator , Rigler Elementary School (Portland Public Schools)
- Beth Tarasawa, Ph.D, Director for Education Research Partnerships, NWEA
Organizer
Maggie Markert, Publicist, Zer0 to 5ive
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