Welcome to Surviving and Thriving in Kindergarten, your trusted guide for navigating the world of kindergarten assessments in Granite School District.

This site is built for kindergarten teachers and instructional coaches who want to feel confident and prepared throughout the school year. Here, you'll find clear guidance on what assessments are required each month, what their purposes are, and how to use the data to drive instruction and support student growth.

Whether you're new to kindergarten or a seasoned expert looking to streamline your assessment routines, this site offers tools, timelines, and tips to help you stay organized, efficient, and focused on what matters most, student learning.

You’ll also find examples of how assessments connect to instruction, suggestions for managing data collection, and resources to support every step of the process.  Let’s work together to make assessment meaningful, manageable, and a powerful tool for thriving in kindergarten.