There will be four KinderStart sessions this year, beginning on Thursday, February 26th, 2026. There will be a morning group (8:30am - 10:00am) and an afternoon group (12:30pm - 2:00pm). While KinderStart students will participate in activities in the classroom, their family members will meet in the library. See the table below for KinderStart dates and topics.
Date Student Topic Family Topic
Thursday, February 26th, 2026 All About Me Welcome to KinderStart/Bon Départ
Thursday, March 26th, 2026 Bringing the Outdoors In & Healthy Living Play and Exploration + Early Literacy and Numeracy
+ Building Early Literacy Skills
Thursday, April 30, 2026 Friendships - Give Me a Face Well-Being and Belonging
+ Promoting Positive Behavior with Preschoolers + Social Contribution
Thursday, May 28th, 2026 Library Visit/Literacy Day Communication + What to Expect in Kindergarten & School Routines