Early Childhood Education

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Supervisor of Early Childhood Education Anna Marie Varakin 410-751-3069 amvarak@carrollk12.org   Secretary Debbie Clark  410-751-3101  dlclark@carrollk12.org	Early Childhood News & Updates Welcome to all families with children entering kindergarten for the 2009-10 school year!  The first day of kindergarten is an exciting time for children, parents and teachers.  This is a time of hopes and dreams for a happy and successful year.  Please communicate with and support your child on a daily basis so that the transition to kindergarten is a smooth journey.  Teachers are always available to discuss any concerns you may have.   Best Wishes for a Wonderful School Year!                         The First Day of Kindergarten I used to be so little, but not anymore, Tomorrow I'll get up and walk out the door. I'm going to Kindergarten-it's the first time for me. It's great to be big, but I'm scared as can be. My tummy's in knots. You want to know why? I'm thinking that maybe, just maybe I'll cry. When Mom leaves the school and I'm there alone, I'm thinking that maybe I'll want to go home. But wait - Mommy said I'll play lots of games, And meet lots of friends - I can learn all their names. The first day of Kindergarten, oh there's so much to do! There's painting and books and a big playground too! I used to be little, but not anymore. Tomorrow I'll get up and walk out the door. I'm going to Kindergarten - it's my first day, you see. It's great to be big! I'm so glad that I'm me. Author Unknown
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS:   The Carroll County Public Schools’ Early Childhood Programs include Prekindergarten, Kindergarten, and JudyCenter which includes Parents As Teachers (PAT).  All Early Childhood Programs follow curriculums that are aligned with the Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR).   Judy Center Partnership of Carroll County is a MSDE state funded initiative to promote school readiness for children birth through five years of age and their family.     Kindergarten is a full day program provided for students who live in Carroll County and reach the age of 5 prior to September 1	PreKindergarten provides direct instruction for students who are income-eligible and four years old.   PAT (Parents As Teachers) is a program for parents and children, ages birth through 5 where they participate in learning how to help their children develop school readiness skills.   MMSR (Maryland Model for School Readiness) is an assessment and instructional system designed to provide parents, teachers, and early childhood providers with a common understanding of what children know and are able to do upon entering school.	PARENT LINKS:   Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) www.mdk12.org  or www.marylandpublicschools.org     Maryland Parent Teacher Association (MDPTA) www.mdpta.org     Ready At Five Partneship www.readyatfive.org