The Hortonville Area School District (HASD) offers a half day, Monday -Thursday, 4-year-old kindergarten program to prepare our youngest learners for success in Kindergarten.
In order to enroll in the 4K program, a student must be four years old on or before September 1, 2024. There are no provisions for early entrance into HASD's 4K program.
Once you fill out the enrollment information on the Skyward Family Connect portal, you will need to bring to the district office the following:
- Proof of residence – current gas or electric, cable, signed rental agreement, signed offer to purchase.
- Birth Certificate (must be an original, no photo copies)
- Current immunization record
HASD's 4K program will be available to your child for 1 year.
If you have additional questions regarding HASD's 4K program, please contact Deborah Lohr, 4K Program Coordinator or Stephanie Thompson, Administrative Assistant at (920) 779-7911.
Why 4K at HASD?
To improve academic success and close achievement gaps, research heavily documents the benefits of an early learning program for children, the community and society. Empirical and anecdotal evidence clearly shows that nurturing environments with appropriate learning activities have large and lasting effects on children’s school success, their ability to get along with others, and their emotional health.
Research shows that children who attend preschool are more successful during school years. They:
- outperform peers on reading and math tests at age 8, 12, and 15
- are less likely to experience grade retention or be placed in special education
- are more likely to graduate from hight school. (High/Scope, Reynolds, Abecedarian)
Research shows that children who attend preschool are more successful outside of and beyond school. They have
- lower rates of juvenile arrest
- fewer arrests for violent offenses
- more jobs and higher wages, and
- a greater likelihood of owning their own home (Reynolds)
Research shows that children who attend preschool are more likely to have parents who support and understand their developmental and learning needs. Parents of preschoolers are:
- more likely to receive the family and health services they need
- more likely to establish positive relationships with teacher and caregivers early on
- more likly to be involved in the education of their child
- less likely to neglect or maltreat their child ( (High/Scope, Reynolds, Abecedarian)
(Creating a Community Approach to Serving Four Year Old Children in Wisconsin, 2003)
4K Wrap-Around Child Care Information
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Contact – Rennee Tangwell - Child Care Services Director
920.560-3418 or rtangwell@ymcafoxcities.org
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(920) 757-5662
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Preparing Your Child for 4K
20 Easy Tasks That Encourage Preschoolers to Help Around the House
By Amanda Rock, About.com Guide
Do you think your preschooler is too young to help around the house? Assigning simple chores to your little one is a great way to develop his sense of responsibility and self-esteem. When assigning chores for your child, it's important to consider his/her age and ability level. And remember, he/she will make mistakes. The important thing is that he/she is pitching in to the household and feels like a contributing member of the family.
Here's a list of simple chores appropriate for children ages 3-5.
1. Feed household pets
2. Help sort the laundry
3. Place napkins and plastic plates and utensils on the dinner table
4. Bring in the mail or newspaper
5. Bring their empty dinner plate to the counter
6. Pick up their toys
7. Water plants and flowers
8. Wipe off and dust furniture
9. Sweep the floor
10. Help wash the car
11. Pull blankets up on their bed
12. Hang their coat on a peg
13. Put their clothes in the laundry hamper
14. Use a handheld vacuum
15. Clean up their own (minor) spill
16. Fold towels
17. Assist with simple meal preparation
18. Wash plastic cups and dishes
19. Help pull weeds from the garden
20. Pick up sticks in the yard