What’s Happening Now

👥 Kindergarten Task Force

A Kindergarten Task Force comprised of pilot and non-pilot kindergarten teachers, TK and first-grade teachers for vertical alignment, MTSS teachers, a counselor, administrators, special education representatives (school psychologist, SLP, education specialist, SDC teacher), and the CUTA (union) president. This team works collaboratively to plan, identify and address barriers, and determine success indicators for the program.

📌 Key Information

• Under California state guidelines, kindergarten is included in K–3 class size averages, capped at 24:1 per school site.
• CUSD is collaborating with district leadership and the teachers' union to ensure appropriate class sizes, staffing, and instructional support.

🎯 Our Goal

To offer an engaging, developmentally appropriate extended-day kindergarten program where students thrive, and teachers are well-supported.

Pilot objectives include:

• Analyze the differences and impact of a full-day and half-day schedule on student progress, considering:
  • Instructional time and academic readiness
  • Social-emotional and behavioral development
• Understand student, staff, and parent perspectives
• Determine needs for professional learning and districtwide alignment
• Evaluate operational and fiscal considerations