Academics
What is the most important subject we teach in Kindergarten?
READING!!
You are bothering Mr. Tarsia when you ask him questions about your child or school.
FALSE
Who is the principal of Overlook Primary?
Mrs. Wheeler
Do we have snack in kindergarten?
Yes, everyday. Please send you child in with a healthy snack each day.
What is Mr. Tarsia's favorite baseball team?
The New York Yankees
How often should you read to your child?
Every night!
Materials Mania!
Explore math materials - How would you show the following? There were 5 people at a party. 2 of them left. How many are left at the party?
Can we send in treats for birthdays?
YES - but please no nuts or dairy
What number do students need to count to by the end of the year?
100
Students will have many opportunities to use the bathroom as a group and when they need to.
TRUE
Materials Mania!
Explore the reading materials
Who makes mistakes?
EVERYBODY! - The power of yet
What number should students be able to add and subtract to by the end of the year?
10 and memorize those facts to 20!
Homework is an important part of Kindergarten learning.
FALSE
Materials Mania!
Explore the writing materials.
ICE BREAKER!
Introduce yourself to 2 people sitting near you and tell them one thing your child likes to do.
Its Ok if my child is behind or ahead of other children in class right now.
True - It's OK to be where you are but it's not ok to Stay where you are.
How many children does Mr. Tarsia have?
3