Area V French Immersion Kindergarten and New to Grade One Orientation Janet Johnstone, Sam Livingston, Sundance January 20, 2011.

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Area V French Immersion Kindergarten and New to Grade One Orientation Janet Johnstone, Sam Livingston, Sundance January 20, 2011

Agenda Introductions Your Young Learner and School French Immersion Program Transportation Accommodation Proposal Question Period

Introductions Jerry Pedron, Principal: Sundance Melody Davies, Assistant Principal; Lucie Bouchard, Teacher Dallas Wheeler, Principal: Sam Livingston Heather Dyson & Andrea Frohlick, Teachers Michèle Wills, Principal: Janet Johnstone Meghan Simmons, Teacher Annmarie Gover has been our FI Kindergarten teacher for several years but for the past two years will be taking on a new role next year as our AM / PM TLC kindergarten teacher…she brings a wealth of experience and we’re pleased that she has accepted this new position with such enthusiasm. We are presently in the middle of hiring staff for both programs and have received a great deal of interest from new and seasoned TLC teachers and we will be hiring the people that will be the best fit for our school program. Stay tuned. 3 3

Welcome Calgary Board of Education Kindergarten / Grade One French Immersion Program Tonight’s information evening is to inform you so that you can make informed decisions regarding your children. If this is your first involvement with the Calgary Board of Education , we welcome you to an exciting community of learners and educators who strive to

Your Young Learner and School

Your Young Learner Has learned in a variety of environments —in homes, in daycare programs, with extended family, and in the community Demonstrates his or her knowledge in different ways Before they enter the Kindergarten program, young children are learning in a variety of environments—in their homes, in day care programs and in the community. This learning continues and both supports and is supported by Kindergarten programming

Your Young Learner Needs rich and varied opportunities to explore their environment Needs to use language in a variety of ways Needs to engage with peers Needs to interact with responsive adults at home, school and in their communities Young learners need rich and varied opportunities to explore their environment; use language; engage with peers and interact with responsive adults at home, school and in their communities

Dress independently including putting on his or her shoes Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten in the Calgary Board of Education Dress independently including putting on his or her shoes Encourage independence at such things as dressing, using the bathroom on his or her own Encourage responsibility for such everyday tasks as putting away toys and materials that he or she has used Have your child help out in small ways at home Provide three step directions such as “Find your crayons, make a picture and bring it to me”. . Every child is welcomed into the classroom as a unique individual with his or her own talents and areas to develop. Below, however, are a few suggestions to help facilitate the transition from home to school. Prior to September, take your child to the school so that the building will feel familiar. Play on the playground and/or call the school to determine if there will be a kindergarten orientation or open house so your child can see the space where he or she will be learning. (however, tying shoe laces can be difficult for a five year old).

Set a good bedtime and morning routine Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten in the Calgary Board of Education Set a good bedtime and morning routine Put regular routines into place the week before school Children need 10 to 12 hours of sleep each night (they do not learn well if tired) Plan time to eat a nutritious breakfast Get ready for school without rushing (however, tying shoe laces can be difficult for a five year old). Develop a good bedtime and morning routine with your child. This can be difficult over the summer but it will be helpful to try and put regular routines back into place the week before school. Five-year-olds need approximately 10 to 12 hours of sleep each night. You will want to get your child to bed early enough so that they can get up in the morning, have time to eat a nutritious breakfast and get ready for school without rushing. Children do not learn well if they are tired or hungry.

Take time to talk with your child Read to your child every day Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten in the Calgary Board of Education Take time to talk with your child Read to your child every day Children who are read to become readers. Picture books, information books, nursery rhymes, poetry books and pattern books Enjoy and talk about the books together Play with language, rhyming, sound games strong language skills are important for success overwhelming evidence that children who are read to become readers.

Play on the climbing equipment at school playground Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten in the Calgary Board of Education Play on the climbing equipment at school playground For safety reasons and confidence children need to know… - their first and last name - telephone number - address - teachers’ name

No academic requirements needed to begin Kindergarten Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten in the Calgary Board of Education No academic requirements needed to begin Kindergarten Each child is a unique individual with his or her own talents and areas to develop Attend the Kindergarten Orientation or open house so your child can see the space It is important to mention that there are no academic requirements to begin Kindergarten. The only requirement is that a child be 4 ½ by September 1st.

Parents and Families Play a central role in the lives of their children Are their children’s first and most important teachers Influence is lifelong Values and beliefs are acknowledged Cultural diversity is valued The values and beliefs of the home are acknowledged, and the cultural diversity of families is recognized.

Resources for Families The Family and Community Resource Center http://www.fcrc.sacyhn.ca/calendar.php A Handbook for Parents http://education.alberta.ca/parents/resources/handbook.aspx School Home Page Janet Johnstone http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b270/ Sam Livingston http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b354/ Sundance http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b267/

French Immersion

General Information Entry Points: K-Gr. 1 & Gr.7 (late immersion) K-2 begins with intensive language use to build vocabulary ( English not introduced until Gr. 3) Gr. 3 = 80%/20% Fr./English Gr. 4-6 = 70%/30% Fr./English From Sundance and Sam Livingston, students go to Fairview (Jr. H.) & E.P. Scarlett (High School) From Janet Johnstone, students go to Harold Panabaker (Jr. H.) & E.P. Scarlett (High School) French acquired primarily through conversation Subject material is not translated: Goal = kids thinking in French!!

French Immersion Kindergarten Entering French Immersion Kindergarten is an exciting time for children. Parents and teachers work together to make the transition from home to school and from English to French as smooth as possible.

French Immersion Program Features of the French Immersion Program Helps students to better understand the history, development and politics of Canada Strengthens English literacy skills Encourages the joy of lifelong learning Allows students to compete internationally Provides students with more choices for advanced education and career options Broadens students’ cultural life through access to literature, art, music and theatre in another language

Characteristics of Immersion Students French is not your first language Attentive Good listeners Risk-takers Love of language (Enjoys talking)

FRENCH IMMERSION KINDERGARTEN AT-A -GLANCE Early Literacy Creative Expression Physical Skills and Well Being Personal and Social Responsibility French Language …is the filter through which a child’s learning takes place Citizenship and Identity Environment and Community Awareness Early Numeracy

Characteristics of a French Immersion Kindergarten Program… Vocabulary rich songs and games Thematic units Picture Inductive model Centers combining explorative play with academic learning - Computers with French software In our Kindergarten program, your child will experience the following:

The Kindergarten Program Involve all dimensions of a child’s development Builds upon what children have already Involves exploration and experimentation with the environment Teaches children how to interact with others Develops capable and competent learners builds upon what children have already learned in their home and community settings This helps them to value themselves as learners.

The Kindergarten Program Recognizes and supports each child’s prior knowledge skills attitudes learning pace personal traits interests and goals and preferred learning styles recognizes and supports each child’s prior knowledge, skills, attitudes, learning pace, personal traits, interests and goals, and preferred learning styles.

A Typical Day in Kindergarten

Le tapis

Daily Activity Literacy Mathematics Art Science Social Studies

Offered by a music specialist La musique Offered by a music specialist

La bibliothèque Book exchange at the library

La technologie Computer lab Computers in the classroom SMART technology Headsets and voice recorders Digital cameras Video camera

La collation The best time of day….. SNACK TIME! Healthy Small Peanut Free

Le gymnase Physical Education In the gymnasium In the field At the playground In the classroom

Les centres Centers Exploration and learning through hands on activities Small group or individual instruction with teacher or parent volunteer Free choice Learning social skills and curriculum

Des centres… Blocks Sand/water Connectors Lego Puzzles Books Listening activities Art

La maison Dismissal Students who take the bus are walked to the bus. Students who are picked up are released to an adult.

Supporting your child in French Immersion (Adapted from “How French Immersion Parents Can Help –CPF) http://cpfalta.ab.ca/ Show interest in the activities and work that they bring home from school. Ask questions and listen attentively. Offer praise and encouragement. Communicate with your child’s teacher – you are both partners in your child’s learning. Read and speak to them in their first language, these skills will transfer to French Model life long learning -Read with your child even if only in English -Visit the library, check out books and audio cassettes in French -Watch DVDs together, with French soundtrack Play board games or cards in French Research a project on the Internet - Google and Yahoo are also available in French Use older Immersion students as baby-sitters or tutors Use a French-English dictionary to decipher key words. Learn together

Personal Testimonials Meghan Simmons (Janet Johnstone) Heather Dyson (Sam Livingston)

Registration Process

Age Requirements A child who turns 4 on or before March 1 may attend Kindergarten in the fall of that same calendar year. Kindergarten is an optional program. Parents decide whether to register their children in Kindergarten. A child who turns 5 on or before March 1 is eligible to begin Grade 1 in that same calendar year. A child who turns 6 by September 1 must start school.

Registration for French Immersion Can register at any time beginning Jan. 10th 2011 throughout the spring and even into beginning of September Cannot register for grade 2 and up unless they have attended French Immersion Grade One Prior language acquisition is essential

How do I register? You will need to provide: Legal proof of your child’s name, date of birth, and citizenship status in Canada. The following documents are acceptable: Birth Certificate Canadian Citizenship Certificate Passport Baptismal Certificate Court Order Information that confirms your address (e.g. telephone bill, energy bill)

Registering Non-Canadian Students If your child is not a Canadian citizen, you will need to register at the Admissions Office at Kingsland Centre This is also the case even if your child has attended school elsewhere in Canada Phone 403-777-7373 to ask questions or to make an appointment Kingsland Centre is located at 7430 5th Street S.W. Calgary You will need to provide legal proof of your child’s name, date of birth, and citizenship status in Canada. The following documents are acceptable: Permanent resident card or Confirmation of Permanent Residence or Record of Landing Parent’s valid Work permit or Study Permit and your child's birth certificate If your child is not a Canadian citizen, you will need to register at the Admissions Office at Kingsland Centre.

Hours and Times Either in the morning or in the afternoon Often dependent on bussing or address Hours and days off are dependent on how the school lays out its school year No French Immersion Kindergarten full day programs

Transportation Fee for all CBE students accessing Transportation (established annually by Board of Trustees) Current 2010-11 fees are $200 per child (family maximum of $400). Form must be completed and fee submitted to your designated school prior to end of May. One form per family, submitted to your child’s school by May 30th. Forms available on your school’s website in spring after fees have been approved by the Board of Trustees (part of the budget process). Please don’t complete them at this time…could change with budget Bus routes developed throughout the summer Routes and stops will differ next year with the significant change in demographics and proposed boundary designation changes. Once we have your contract (no later than May 30th), CBE transportation services creates the bus routes and these are dropped off at schools at the end of August for parents to pick up (call the school to see if bus maps have arrived before stopping by---Aug. 30-31- or Sept 1: First day with students is Sept. 2nd).

More About Transportation Bus maps available at school Aug -Sept (call ahead to see if they are ready: Monday August 29th is the first day schools are open…first day of school for students is Thursday, September 1, 2011) See your school for info re: Staggered Entry for Kindergarten Kindergarten children have two bus routes. Early morning or late afternoon and mid-day trip. Kindergarten class placement in morning or afternoon is determined by address and established by the Transportation Department First Ride Program: Registration begins Monday, April 11, 2011 and the program will be held on Sat. May 28 &/or Sun. May 29, 2011 Go to our website to see the times for our Kindergarten mid day pick up / drop off…(11:45 & 12:57 THIS YEAR) Times are determined by school hours – determined by which schools our school share bussing with (schools are ‘married’ to other schools and start / end times need to be coordinated. This year, we share busses with North Haven and Beddington Heights schools…they start early / we start later. Next year: To be determined Whether or not a school has an AM & or PM Kindergarten class is dependent on the number of confirmed registrations. We are mindful of our obligations to keep class sizes small and meet this obligation ‘school wide’ each year. This year AM Kindergarten was North of Beddington Bvd / 80th Ave…again depending on registrations (where parents live) this line may change…stay tuned. With proposed moves, this is site specific. 44

Accommodation Process Presently involved in an Area V process Align elementary French Immersion boundaries along McLeod Trail Proposed Timeline: Beginning 2011-12 School Year Designate Evergreen and Silverado to Janet Johnstone-Presently at Sundance Designate Mahogany, Auburn Bay, Cranston and Seton to Sundance School-Presently at Sam L. Details of Proposal: http://www.cbe.ab.ca/Schools/ceop/default.asp

Proposed Boundary Designations

General Questions