The transition to kindergarten is one of the most significant events in a young child’s life. It sets the tone for his or her entire educational experience and lays the foundation for future success in school. A smooth transition to kindergarten is a shared responsibility among many individuals and institutions, and the Transition to Kindergarten (TTK) Initiative, a collaboration between Durham Public Schools and Durham’s Partnership for Children, builds connections that prepare parents, children, and schools for a successful transition to kindergarten. It is our goal that all children in Durham will enter kindergarten feeling excited, ready to learn, and supported by their schools, families and community!
Meet Ready Eddy!Meet Ready Eddy, the Transition to Kindergarten mascot! This little bull represents our desire that all Durham’s children enter kindergarten with enthusiasm, curiosity and confidence in their own capabilities. Entering Kindergarten is one of the most important educational steps in a child’s life. Our goal is to provide helpful information on how you can encourage readiness for school, prepare your family, communicate effectively with teachers, and promote a positive attitude in your child as he adapts to a new place, friends and adults suddenly in his life – just like Ready Eddy!
Transition Teams have been created in 8 elementary schools: C.C. Spaulding, Eastway Elementary, Eno Valley Elementary, E.K. Powe Elementary, Forest View Elementary, Glenn Elementary, Lakewood Elementary and Y.E. Smith Elementary. The transition teams are comprised of teachers, parents and school administrators, all with the common goal of wanting to make kindergarten an exciting and welcoming place for new students and families in their community.
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The TTK Initiative is sponsored in part by the Morgan Creek Foundation. For more information about the TTK Initiative, please contact Courtney Kelly or Katie Starr , Durham’s Partnership for Children: 919-403-6960 ext. 215 or 225.
