POST INSTITUE UPDATES
Welcome!
We look forward to you joining us for an engaging day of learning as we explore the topic of school readiness. Ellen Galinsky, author of Mind in the Making will set the stage for our exploration of the science and practice of early learning in the context of school readiness. A panel of regional and national experts will extend the conversation about school readiness making intentional connections to important topics such as health, diversity, family engagement, and technology.
The staff from all three programs is invited to respond to the call for proposals to present a Round Table or Poster presentation. These formats will provide an opportunity for staff to share best practices and innovative strategies with one another. It will be a truly collaborative event.
Please explore the website to learn more about the Institute and consider submitting a proposal to present. Please register to participate by January 7, 2013. We look forward to exploring School Readiness with you!
The staff from all three programs is invited to respond to the call for proposals to present a Round Table or Poster presentation. These formats will provide an opportunity for staff to share best practices and innovative strategies with one another. It will be a truly collaborative event.
Please explore the website to learn more about the Institute and consider submitting a proposal to present. Please register to participate by January 7, 2013. We look forward to exploring School Readiness with you!
School Readiness
School Readiness describes the capabilities of children, families, schools and communities to promote student success in kindergarten and beyond. Each of four components – children, families, schools and communities – play an essential role in developing school readiness.
- Ready Children are prepared socially, personally, physically and intellectually to meet literacy, mathematics, science, history/social science and developmental standards for four-year-olds described in Virginia's Foundation Blocks for Early Learning (PDF).
- Ready Families include parents and other adults who take responsibility for school readiness through direct, frequent and positive involvement with their children and by maintaining stable relationships and environments that promote healthy development and learning.
- Ready Schools provide a seamless transition to a learning environment led by skilled teachers and welcome all children with opportunities to enhance and build their skills, knowledge and abilities.
- Ready Communities – including businesses, faith-based organizations, early childhood service providers, community groups and local governments – support schools and families through information and access to high-quality child care and other early learning opportunities and services.