VOLUNTEERS
We encourage volunteers in our PK classrooms! If you are interested in volunteering in your child’ s classroom, please contact your child’ s teacher! This support is appreciated no matter what the length of time or frequency. A few helpful hints to keep in mind if you choose to volunteer:
• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, PK classrooms are busy, and we spend a lot of time moving!
• When you arrive, go to the main doors to sign in and get a visitor badge. o We request that you sign in and out to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
• Volunteers are held to the same standards of conduct as school staff and must observe all Board of Education policies, including applicable policies on confidentiality of student information.
• Volunteers must always accompany a staff member when working with students.
• Have fun!
Transitioning to PK
When a student goes to school for the first time, we may see tears at arrival. Rest assured, once your student is in the classroom and engaged with exciting materials and peers, the tears subside! It can be harder on us as adults. Here are some helpful tips to navigate tough transitions:
• Talk about school in positive ways
• Give a window wave and a hug
• Send a family photo in to be displayed in the classroom
• Talk about the schedule! When kids know about their day, it helps ease worry.
• Know you can always check in throughout the day with the teacher or the main office!
• Let your child know that you trust the teaching staff and that you check in with one another. Remind them that their teacher will care for them and keep them safe while they are at school.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures NAEYC Standard 5A. 25, 10D. 7, 10D. 9
• Car pick-up and drop-off will be at the exterior classroom doors. We have a lot of traffic at SELC so in the spirit of safety we ask that you park and walk your student to the door. Idling poses a safety risk and traffic issue. Please refer to the attached map for detailed parking information.
• Routines help your student to navigate their day successfully. Please do your best to adhere to drop-off and pick-up times.
• Your students’ safety is our top priority. If there are any changes to your students’ transportation, be sure to let us know.
• You will be asked to review the Student Emergency Contacts you created upon registration. This helps us to reach you or a trusted adult quickly in the event of an emergency. We know how much life changes, including phone numbers and addresses. If you have a change, simply let us know so we can update your
REVISED 2025 9 Family Handbook