

JSK students attend school on the same schedule as other students. What does the day look like for a student enrolled in JSK? In most cases, JSK students will continue into regular kindergarten the following year, however, there may be instances when a JSK student is promoted to first grade instead. JSK programs are intended for children not yet five by August 31 who have been deemed in need of additional preparation in order to be successful in kindergarten the following year. Students are eligible for kindergarten when and if they are five years of age by August 31. How is JSK different from regular kindergarten? This enables us to offer this program at no cost to Woodland families. Jump Start Kindergarten students are categorized and funded as full-time students by the State of Washington, just like our K-12 students. No, the JSK program is free to all eligible students. After the screening assessment, eligible students will be invited to enroll in JSK. You will also be asked to give input about your child’s development. The screening assesses your child’s level of development in the areas of communication, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, problem-solving, and social skills.

The JSK screening takes about 30 minutes. The first step is to complete this form to schedule a JSK screening for your student. How do I enroll my student in JSK for the 2023-24 school year? They are eligible to enroll in JSK if they are in need of additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten the following year.

In order to enter JSK, students participate in a screening process. Children must turn 4 on or before Augto be eligible for JSK in the 2023-24 school year.

Jump Start Kindergarten (JSK) is a program for four-year-old children who do not have access to high-quality early learning experiences prior to kindergarten. Students participate in specialist classes with our tech, music, and PE instructors, and attend lunch and recess during the school day. JSK students attend school 5 days a week, receiving instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, and social skills from a Woodland teacher who specializes in early childhood education. The goal of the JSK program is to get each student ready for a successful Kindergarten year by providing a high-quality early-learning experience. Jump Start Kindergarten (JSK) is a full-day preschool program for four-year-old students. WSD is excited to offer Jump Start Kindergarten to 4-year-old students for the 2023-24 school year. Woodland Public Schools Jump Start Kindergarten What is Jump Start Kindergarten?
