During FY21, the SRAC reviewed their purpose and work and determined that the Outcome 3 Group of the GSC is leading the work of school readiness and is comprised of the required and recommended members. To prevent duplication of efforts, Outcome 3 will continue the work for School Readiness. For more information about Outcome 3, please review their Action Agenda.
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!
The Ingham Early Learning Calendar is available to download (as a PDF) in several languages. Please visit: https://inghamgreatstart.org/ingham-early-learning-calendar/.
Ingham Family Literacy Calendar for K-1
The Ingham Family Literacy Calendar for K-1 was developed in order to give parents information and guidance on how they can help their children be prepared to succeed in kindergarten and first grade. The calendar contains a variety of information related to supporting children for success in relation to the Michigan K-12 Standards of English Langauge Arts and Mathematics, Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy, and to help move Michigan to be Top 10 in 10. This is also a resource to support PA 306, Read by Grade Three, legislation.
The Ingham Family Literacy Calendar for K-1 is available to download (as a PDF) in several languages. Please visit: https://inghamgreatstart.org/ingham-family-literacy-calendar-for-k-1/.
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:
- Arabic (Green)
- Burmese (Yellow)
- English
- Nepali (Orange)
- Somali (Purple)
- Spanish (Red)
- Swahili (Light Blue)
- Vietnamese (Salmon)
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.
Meeting Notes
FY21 (October 2020 – September 2021)
January 28, 2021 Meeting Notes
Archived Meeting Notes
FY20 (October 2019 – September 2020)
FY19 (October 2018 – September 2019)
FY18 (October 2017 – September 2018)
FY17 (October 2016 – September 2017)
FY16 (October 2015 – September 2016)
FY15 (October 2014 – September 2015)
FY14 (October 2013 – September 2014)
FY13 (October 2012 – September 2013)