Parents and guardians with toddlers and Kindergarten students are encouraged to come out to the Tait or Steves elementary school gymnasiums on March 2 to get down with some grooves performed by children’s entertainer Will Stroet.
The performance will be complimented by other fun activities for young children, as part of the Ready Set Learn series, hosted by the Richmond School District.
Ready Set Learn is a way for both parents and guardians and their young children to get used to a school setting.
Consider it a “sneak peek,” said early learning teacher consultant Marie Thom.
Ready Set Learn is also a sneak peek at the district’s Strong Start drop-in program, which operates out of six elementary schools.
Thom said either program is a great way to socialize children.
“The idea is spending time together, building positive relationships, having fun, playing, and creating all the important things that will help the child be successful at school,” said Thom.
But never mind the kids — for a moment — how about just getting out and meeting some people? Perhaps share a laugh or two with fellow parents about how the little rug rat has torn apart the house?
Parent Felicia Lo sighs in relief when asked what Strong Start has meant to her.
“It’s really nice to get out and talk to other parents. And, of course, Russell (son) loves being here,” said Lo.
At each Ready Set Learn event and Strong Start classroom, Thom ensures there is capable staff ready to answer questions about parenting or getting a child ready for school.
Information about things such as food advice, dental hygiene, and community services is all at the fingertips for parents, grandparents and/or guardians, noted Thom.
“If they’re looking for something, then hopefully we can guide them in the right direction. There are lots of resources and lots of info for the kids,” she said.
Thom said she is particularly pleased to see grandparents attending.
“We had one grandpa come out. He was dancing with his granddaughter and she was so happy. It was wonderful. We had about 200 parents in the gym listening to the concert,” said Thom.
The March 2 events are at Tait and Steves schools, from 9:30-11 a.m.
Learn more at Facebook.com/RichmondStrongStartSD38
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