Transitional Kindergarten

Questions and Answers

What is the difference between transitional kindergarten and kindergarten?
The transitional kindergarten classroom provides developmentally appropriate thematic-based curriculum. The curriculum is a hybrid between the California Preschool Learning Foundations and the California Common Core Standards for kindergarten. Students in the TK program participate in a program that will bridge their early childhood experiences to those of the public school system.

Is my child required to go to a TK class if their birthday falls within the cut-off date?
No, it is an optional program for families.

Can my child enter kindergarten if they are eligible for the TK class?
No, kindergarten entry is based on established cut-off dates.

Can my child participate in TK if his/her birthday is in August?
We follow these age guidelines outlined in California Assembly Bill-22.  The universal transitional kindergarten program will be gradually phased in over the next few years.

In Person Classroom Transitional Kindergarten

Where will the in person TK classes be held?
The classes will be held at select elementary school sites within Evergreen School District. Sites are located regionally and designated (upon completion of enrollment) based on assigned neighborhood school and space availability.

If the TK class is not offered at my child's neighborhood school, where will they go?
Based on space availability, they will go to the TK classroom at the school closest to your child's neighborhood school. Please keep in mind this is a one year program; your child will return to their assigned neighborhood school for kindergarten the following school year.

Which school will my child attend for kindergarten if they go to a different school for TK?
Your child will still go to their assigned neighborhood school for kindergarten, unless you choose to pursue ESD's School Choice transfer request and follow those procedures.

Will there be transportation to the schools offering TK classes?
No, it is the parents' responsibility to transport their children to their TK class.

Virtual Pathways Homeschooling

I am interested in homeschooling my child, where can I learn more about Evergreen School District's homeschooling program?
We offer Virtual Pathways, a parent-led and Evergreen School District-supported homeschooling experience for kindergarten through 8th grade students.  Learn more about if our homeschooling program is the right fit for your family.