Marshall Elementary School
Kindergarten Information:
The Talawanda School District is currently taking calls for Kindergarten Registration for the 21-22 school year. Please contact the elementary school for your area. if you are unsure of which elementary school your child will attend each of our schools will help you get to the correct school. When you call we will take down some information and then will email you a packet of information and a link to our online registration forms. Please be sure to have an active email address.
Bogan Elementary - 273-3400
Kramer Elementary - 273-3500
Marshall Elementary - 273-3600
Documents required for a new student registration:
- Birth Certificate
- Parent should bring a driver's license/photo i.d.
- Proof of Residency (utility bill, rental agreement or offer to purchase, mortgage statement, deed, insurance declaration page, property tax bill)
- Immunization Records
- Copy of Current Custody Papers (if applicable)
- Copy of Individual Educational Plan (if applicable)
Bogan Elementary School Registration - TBD
*Informational Meeting - TBD
Kramer Elementary School Registration - TBD
*Informational Meeting – TBD
Marshall Elementary School Registration - TBD
*Informational Meeting - TBD
FREE Full-Day Kindergarten
The National Education Association (NEA) indicates that full day kindergarten programs provide a solid foundation of learning for children from all backgrounds. Full-day kindergarten programs ensure all students' academic, social, and emotional success as well. Talawanda began offering FREE full-day kindergarten for the 2018/19 school year. Students who receive the full-day option will gain additional instruction in science and social studies, along with music, art, physical education, and library time. Full-day kindergarten is the preferred option among educators, however the law requires a half day kindergarten option be made available for any family who wishes to choose that option.
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS HAVE IDENTIFIED THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REGARDING THE BENEFITS OF FULL-DAY KINDERGARTEN.
Advantages of full-day kindergarten:
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Higher long-term achievement.
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Higher achievement for disadvantaged and low income children, and for those receiving Title I services.
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Higher reading scores in early grades.
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Fewer grade retentions.
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Higher test scores.
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More time spent in individualized instruction.
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More time spent in free play, less time in large groups.
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Greater progress in social skills for disadvantaged and low income children.
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More reinforcement of positive social behaviors.
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Higher self esteem and independence.
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Greater creativity.
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Access to nutritional breakfast and lunch.
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A more relaxed, less hurried school day with more varied experiences.
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No apparent negative consequences in general.
