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Ready, Set...Kindergarten!

Resources and events for our tiny scholars + families

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Is your child starting kindergarten in the Anchorage School District?

Get ready with us!

Ready, Set…Kindergarten! helps families prepare for kindergarten with simple, practical supports focused on what matters most before the first day of school.

Preparation

Help your child feel confident and comfortable starting school.

  • Understand routines, attendance, and daily schedules
  • Get clear information about enrollment and requirements
  • Tour your neighborhood school

Independence

Build skills your child will use every day at school.

  • Practice following directions 
  • Encourage self-help skills like dressing and cleaning up
  • Support social-emotional skills like sharing and problem-solving

Enrichment

Make learning fun—at home and in your community.

  • Easy activities to support early reading and counting
  • Simple ways to learn through play 
  • Resources to practice learning in everyday moments
  • Attend events to practice social skills

Learn more & get involved

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