Kindergarten expectations

New York State learning standards outline what a student should know and be able to do by the end of the grade level. There are also additional skills that a well-rounded student should possess. Listed below are examples of academic expectations for kindergarten students. These should be viewed holistically and are not meant to determine promotion or retention; a student may demonstrate or be on track for proficiency without having mastered every skill. Teachers intervene as appropriate to support skills development.

Keep your child engaged at home

The following are simple every day activities you can do at home and in the world to help support what your child is learning during the school day.