Kindergarten Transition | Ingham Great Start Collaborative

The purpose of the School Readiness Advisory Committee is to work collaboratively with community agencies and families to ensure that children and families are provided with information and tools to successfully enter school; that schools are prepared for children and families; and community resources are aligned to support children, families and schools. For additional information on the history and purpose of the School Readiness Advisory Committee, please click here.

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Gloria Sabourin (gsabouri@vps.msu.edu) or Jamie Yeomans (jyeomans@inghamisd.org).

HELPFUL RESOURCES:

Ingham Early Learning Calendar

The Ingham Early Learning Calendar was developed in order to give parents some information and guidance on how they can help children in learning and be prepared to succeed in kindergarten. The calendar contains a variety of information related to preparing children for success in kindergarten, what children will be learning in kindergarten and fun things parents can do together from birth to develop and support children’s skills!

Click HERE to download the Ingham Early Learning Calendar as a PDF.

Kindergarten Readiness Packet

The Kindergarten Readiness Packet contains a variety of information related to preparing children for success in kindergarten, including what children will be learning in kindergarten and fun things that you can do together to develop and support children’s skills! The Packet is available to download (as a PDF) in the following languages:

Kindergarten Transition Toolkit

The Kindergarten Transition Toolkit contains a variety of resources for families, teachers, and programs designed to support children in their transition from preschool to kindergarten. These tools are intended to help families and schools aid children in a positive and successful transition experience.