All About Kindergarten
Kindergarten Matters at Breakthrough Public Schools. Find out why!
Upcoming
Enrollment
Events
Spring Open House
April 23, May 7, 12, 14, 19
Key
Enrollment
Deadline
Spring Enrollment Deadline
Enroll by May 29!
Welcome to Kindergarten!
Kindergarten is the first step on your child’s journey to lifelong learning. Choosing the right school is an important decision. At Breakthrough, your kindergartner will grow, explore, and thrive in classrooms where they are seen, supported, and encouraged every day.
Choosing Breakthrough means choosing a school that prioritizes your child’s academic, social, and personal growth from day one.
Laying a strong foundation
Kindergarten Matters
At Breakthrough, kindergarten is more than just a grade—it’s where your child’s future begins. Scholars start to belong, learn, and grow with confidence in classrooms that are safe, joyful, and supportive.
Kindergarten matters because it builds the foundation for success in school and in life. Children learn letters, numbers, and problem-solving, but they also learn to share, take turns, and try new things. These skills help them succeed in first grade and beyond.
kindergarten creates a
sense of belonging
Children feel safe, known, and confident at school.
kindergarteners gain
confidence
Supported children learn faster and try harder.
kindergarten builds
core learning skills
Kindergarten teaches early reading, writing, math, and problem-solving.
kindergarten leads to
personal growth
Students learn to share, listen, and work with others.
kindergarten is
a strong start
The habits built in kindergarten last for years.
Research shows that children with strong early school experiences are more likely to read at grade level, do well in math, and succeed through high school and beyond. Choosing Breakthrough gives families peace of mind with caring teachers, small school communities, and extra support for every child.
A joyful school experience
The Breakthrough Difference
What makes our kindergarten special
Breakthrough’s kindergarten program is designed to help every child feel safe, happy, and ready to learn. Families can expect:
Safe & happy
classrooms
Two teachers
in every roon
Free
all-day kindergarten
We provide
breakfast, lunch & snack
Early lessons
in reading & writing
Support for
scholars with IEP, ELL, & more
Technology
that is age-appropriate
What Kindergarteners Learn
academic skills
Letters and sounds
Early reading and writing
Counting and basic math
Solving simple problems
social skills
Sharing and taking turns
Following routines
Speaking confidently
Making friends
personal skills
Trying new things
Asking for help
Staying focused
Believing in themselves
A Day in Kindergarten
Morning Meeting: Start the day together with calendar time and simple social-emotional activities. Students talk about their feelings, practice routines, and build a sense of community.
Reading & Writing: Listen to stories, talk about characters and what happens in the story, and practice writing about ideas and learning in a clear way.
Phonics Lessons: Learn letter sounds and how they work together. Students practice reading and writing letters and simple words.
Math Lessons: Work on counting, shapes, addition, and subtraction. Students also practice solving problems and explaining their thinking.
Independent & Partner Work: Complete games, activities, and small projects alone or with a partner to practice skills and build teamwork.
Computer Time: Use i-Ready and other learning programs to practice reading and math skills in a fun and interactive way.
Be Prepared for school!
Kindergarten Readiness
What Your Child Should Know
Kindergarten today is different from the past. Here’s what your child should be able to do before starting school:
social skills
- Ask for help using words
- Share and take turns
- Use manners
- Express feelings clearly
- Try to solve problems on their own
speaking & LIstening
- Follow 2–3 step directions
- Say first and last name
- Speak in complete sentences
fine motor skills
- Hold a pencil correctly
- Use scissors and glue safely
- Snap, zip, button, and lace clothing
- Open simple snacks
- Stack blocks
reading & writing
- Recognize and write first name (capital first, lowercase letters after)
- Know most letter sounds (focus on lowercase letters first)
- Listen to stories and answer questions
- Practice holding and turning pages in a book
math skills
- Count to 20 without skipping numbers
- Count objects one by one and say the total
- Recognize 2D shapes and explore 3D shapes
- Add and subtract numbers up to 10
Kindergarten Readiness Roadmap
Getting ready for kindergarten is easier when families know what to do each month. Use this roadmap to help your child feel confident and prepared for school.
Start the journey
february
- Learn about Breakthrough kindergarten and talk with your child about school
Begin Preparing
march
- Practice daily routines like getting dressed and cleaning up
- Read stories and count objects together
Build Skills
April
- Practice shapes, counting, and simple math
- Encourage problem-solving and fine motor skills (scissors, blocks, zipping)
Practice School Skills
may
- Role-play classroom routines and share or take turns
- Speak in full sentences and express feelings
Independent Practice
june
- Dress, pack, and open snacks independently
- Review counting, shapes, letters, and writing daily
Get Ready
july
- Visit school or attend orientation and meet teachers
- Review routines and celebrate learning progress
Take Action
august
- Submit enrollment forms and prepare supplies
- Read together and talk about first-day excitement
Enrolling now!
Why Enroll Early?
Early enrollment helps your child feel calm, excited, and ready before the first day of school. Choosing Breakthrough means choosing a school where kindergarten truly matters.
Early enrollment gives families more:
time
to visit schools
chances
to meet teachers
opportunities
to ask questions
confidence
in their choice