TK & Kindergarten

Welcome to TK & Kindergarten!

Starting Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten is a HUGE milestone for our littlest Pumas! We are so excited to welcome our newest students and families to the Puma Family. Whether your child is beginning their journey in TK or taking their first steps into Kindergarten, this is the start of an exciting adventure filled with learning, friendships, discovery, and growth. We can't wait to meet you and begin this special journey together!

Meet the TK Team:

Mrs. Christine Brady

Meet the Kindergarten Team:

Mrs. Michelle Rothe

Ms. Katie Lu

Daily Schedule:

Morning circle and calendar
Reading and Writers' Workshop
Phonics
Math, Math journals and number sense
Second Step Social Emotional Learning
Positive Behavior Supports
Physical Education and Library Time
Scientific investigations & Social Studies, Snack, Lunch and Free Choice! lu@brssd.org

2026-2027 TK/K Information Meeting

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is the first year of a two-year kindergarten experience designed for our youngest learners. Through hands-on, play-based learning, TK students build foundational academic, social-emotional, and independence skills in a nurturing environment. Our TK program helps children develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning as they prepare for Kindergarten and beyond.

Supplies for School:

Teaching children to always be prepared for school with their materials each day starts in Kindergarten. Your child should bring a backpack (labeled with their name) to school every single day. They should also bring a small, healthy snack that can be eaten in 5 minutes and a water bottle each day. No candy, please.

Attire:

We want to be sure that our little Pumas are comfortable when exploring throughout the day. Please send your child to school in clothing and shoes that will allow for a lot of activity and a variety of movement experiences.

Homework:

It is important to establish the routine of doing homework daily from a very early age. Homework is part of the Kindergarten program at Nesbit. Homework will include:

Reading or being read-to for 15-20 minutes per night
A weekly homework packet
The MOST important homework is reading

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