Learning starts now
and begins here
Learning starts now
and begins here
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and begins here
At Kreinhop Elementary, we take pride in preparing our little ones for academic success starting with Early Childhood. It is a group effort from administrators, custodians, teachers, support staffs, cafeteria chefs, bus drivers, parents, volunteers, and all who enter through the doors of Kreinhop Elementary. Therefore, the beginning of school is very important and valuable. Our Pre-K program follows the Klein ISD curriculum which is influenced by the Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines. Check out Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines for more information.
At Kreinhop Elementary, we take pride in preparing our little ones for academic success starting with Early Childhood. It is a group effort from administrators, custodians, teachers, support staffs, cafeteria chefs, bus drivers, parents, volunteers, and all who enter through the doors of Kreinhop Elementary. Therefore, the beginning of school is very important and valuable. Our Pre-K program follows the Klein ISD curriculum which is influenced by the Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines. Check out Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines for more information.
Welcome to EC!
Welcome to EC!
I am eager to welcome you and your child to our school. Many children experience difficulty separating from their parents the first few days of school. This eases over time, and most children will be eager to come to school after one or two weeks. To help ease the transition from home to school, here are some suggestions:
I am eager to welcome you and your child to our school. Many children experience difficulty separating from their parents the first few days of school. This eases over time, and most children will be eager to come to school after one or two weeks. To help ease the transition from home to school, here are some suggestions:
Talk About School
Talk About School
Spend some time talking to your child about all the things we will do in Early Childhood. Check out our class routine. Though it might change or look a bit different especially the first few weeks, it gives both of you an idea of what we will learn and do. Reassure your child that they will go home at the end of each day.
Spend some time talking to your child about all the things we will do in Early Childhood. Check out our class routine. Though it might change or look a bit different especially the first few weeks, it gives both of you an idea of what we will learn and do. Reassure your child that they will go home at the end of each day.
Build the Language
Build the Language
Talk and read to your child every chance you get. Use school vocabulary like: teacher, listening and learning. Read books about school to familiarize your child. We spend a great deal of time talking and reading in school. The children who are accustomed to this with their families adjust to our schedule and begin to learn new ideas very quickly.
Talk and read to your child every chance you get. Use school vocabulary like: teacher, listening and learning. Read books about school to familiarize your child. We spend a great deal of time talking and reading in school. The children who are accustomed to this with their families adjust to our schedule and begin to learn new ideas very quickly.
Practice Ahead
Practice Ahead
The first few days of school are very exciting. The children are surrounded by new adults, children, toys and materials. It can be overwhelming and your child will likely be very tired at the end of the day. Practice and pretend you're going to school several days ahead with a good bedtime schedule and a healthy morning routine to prepare your child for the first day.
The first few days of school are very exciting. The children are surrounded by new adults, children, toys and materials. It can be overwhelming and your child will likely be very tired at the end of the day. Practice and pretend you're going to school several days ahead with a good bedtime schedule and a healthy morning routine to prepare your child for the first day.
Appropriate Clothing
Appropriate Clothing
Please dress your child appropriately for school. We move around a lot in Early Childhood and need comfortable clothes. String-less and close-toed shoes such as sneakers or tennis shoes along with shorts under dresses or skirts is advised.
Please dress your child appropriately for school. We move around a lot in Early Childhood and need comfortable clothes. String-less and close-toed shoes such as sneakers or tennis shoes along with shorts under dresses or skirts is advised.
Attend “Meet the Teacher”
Attend “Meet the Teacher”
It will be a great time and opportunity for you as a parent to familiarize with the classroom and teacher and ask any questions or state your concerns. Please fill out the information forms before the first day of school.
It will be a great time and opportunity for you as a parent to familiarize with the classroom and teacher and ask any questions or state your concerns. Please fill out the information forms before the first day of school.
School Supplies
School Supplies
It would be a good idea to bring your child’s supplies to Meet the Teacher so that we can have them ready for use the first day of school. If not, you may purchase them at school if they're still available.
It would be a good idea to bring your child’s supplies to Meet the Teacher so that we can have them ready for use the first day of school. If not, you may purchase them at school if they're still available.
I am excited about the upcoming school year. I am looking forward to working with you to ensure your child achieves the best learning. For more tips, go to How to Help Your Child.
I am excited about the upcoming school year. I am looking forward to working with you to ensure your child achieves the best learning. For more tips, go to How to Help Your Child.
Checklist: Ready for School?
Checklist: Ready for School?
The first school experience could be a bit overwhelming. Families often feel nervous, scared and excited all at the same time. To help relieve some tension, here are some ideas to help you prepare.
The first school experience could be a bit overwhelming. Families often feel nervous, scared and excited all at the same time. To help relieve some tension, here are some ideas to help you prepare.
School Backpack
School Backpack
Please be sure the backpack is big enough to fit a folder about 8.5x11. We send folders home and want to ensure all papers fit and are well protected. Don't forget to label the backpack with your child's name.
Change of Clothes
Change of Clothes
Please provide an extra change of clothes: shirt, pants/shorts, socks, and especially underwear. Label all clothing, place them in a bag and put them in your child's backpack for rainy days, accidents, or food spills.
School Supplies
School Supplies
We learn through hands-on activities and require a lot of materials and supplies. Please make sure your child has the supplies needed to join us in all the learning activities. If assistance is needed, please let me know.
EC School Supplies
EC School Supplies
Early Childhood School Supplies
1- package of 12X18 50 ct assorted color construction paper
3- boxes of Kleenex tissues
3-cans of play doh
2- bottles of 7 5/8 oz glue
2- 8ctCrayola washable watercolor paint
1 -16ct Crayola Pip Squeaks markers(short markers)
3- packages of diaper/baby wipes
2- boxes of non latex medical type gloves (size large) (can be found cheapest at Harbor Freight or Home Depot)
1- 4 pack of Expo dry erase markers
1-Red plastic folder with pockets and brads
1- box of gallon Ziploc style baggie
1- box of Ziploc style sandwich size
Diapers/Pullups and wipes will need to be replenished throughout the year for those students that are not toilet trained
Optional School Supplies:
1- Packet of Wet Wipes 80ct
1- Box Gallon Seal Bags
1- Box of Snack-Size Seal Bags
1- Box of Sandwich Seal Bags
1- Bottle of Hand Sanitizer
Optional but HIGHLY SUGGESTED:
Water bottle (kid friendly for your child)
Towel (for nap mat)
PK School Supplies
PK School Supplies
1—12x18 Assorted Construction Paper (50 ct.)
1—12x18 Bright White Construction Paper (50 ct.)
1—Marble Comp Bk w/Story Paper Red Baseline
1—Red Plastic Folder w/pockets only
1—Blue Plastic Folder w/pockets only
4—Glue Sticks 1.3 oz.
1– Elmer’s School Glue, 4 oz.
2—Expo Black (bullet tip) Dry Erase Marker
1—Crayola Classic Markers 8 ct.—washable
2—No2. Dixon/Ticonderoga Pencils
1— 5” Scissors Blunt Tip
2—Kleenex Tissue 125 ct. box
2— Crayola Crayons 24 ct. box
1—Multipack Playdough (4—1 oz. cans)
1—Washable Watercolors (8 color)
1—Pencil Box, Clear
Optional School Supplies:
1- Packet of Wet Wipes 80ct
1- Box Gallon Seal Bags
1- Box of Snack-Size Seal Bags
1- Box of Sandwich Seal Bags
1- Bottle of Hand Sanitizer
Optional but HIGHLY SUGGESTED:
Water bottle (kid friendly for your child)
Towel (for nap mat)
BEFORE the First Day of School:
Talk to your child about school. Prepare your child by encouraging them. Label and name things they will encounter, like teacher, bus, working at tables with friends, and walking in the halls.
ON the First Day of School:
Kiss, hug, drop-off and leave. Though this may be hard for both you and your child initially, however, when you are gone, your child will focus more on their new friends and surroundings and warm up to the new environment.
AFTER the First Day of School:
Take time to talk, ask about school and be positive; give a big hug and lots of kisses for a great achievement. Mention how proud you are of your child and how your child is learning and growing.
Calendar, Hours and Routine
Calendar, Hours and Routine
School Hours
School Hours
7:50am - Campus open for Arrival
8:05am - Tardy Bell
9:45am - Absent Bell
12:00pm 3 year old dismissal
3:25pm - Dismissal
TBA - Library Time
Click on the picture for some details about our routine.
Class Daily Routine
Class Daily Routine
7:50-8:00 Student arrival- 4 year olds will follow Pre- K
8:05-8:20 GE announcements for all (finish breakfast if needed)
8:20-8:40 - Morning Circle
8:40-9:05 table work/ IEP work
9:05-9:15 Read Aloud
9:15-9:40- Literacy Centers
9:40-10:00 playground/motor lab
10:00- 10:25 Math lesson and centers
10:25-10:35 Learning Without Tears
10:35-10:55 S.T.E.A.M
10:55-11:05 Toileting/transition to lunch
11:05-11:35-lunch
11:35-11:55- Purposeful play centers
11:55-12:00 Closing Circle
12:00 3 year old dismissal
12:00-3:25 4 year olds follow Pre- K schedule
12:15-12:45 Mrs. Carson lunch
1:00-1:45 Mrs. Carson planning- 4 year old rest time
1:45-3:15 4 year old support and interventions
3:20 leave for bus/car loading
Absences & Transportation Changes
Absences & Transportation Changes
To report absences or transportation changes, please call the main line at 832-484-7400.
To report absences or transportation changes, please call the main line at 832-484-7400.
I may not pick up the phone or check my email during instructional hours therefore this would be the best way to communicate the changes in transportation or absence notices.
I may not pick up the phone or check my email during instructional hours therefore this would be the best way to communicate the changes in transportation or absence notices.
Reporting Absences
Reporting Absences
Please report absences on Skyward or call Kreinhop's main number 832-484-7400. If there is an illness, please contact the nurse for monitoring.
Transportation Changes
Transportation Changes
We encourage a consistent routine in transportation to help prevent any anxiety or confusion for your child. However, if a change in transportation must be made, please contact us immediately at Kreinhop's main number 832-484-7400.
More information on Klein ISD Transporation here.
Report Cards & Assessment
Report Cards & Assessment
Standards-Based Grading
Standards-Based Grading
Klein ISD Standards-Based Grading is implemented for PK versus traditional report cards. A report of mastery is available every quarter. Click on the picture for an example of our PK Standards-Based Checklist.
PK Assessment Check
PK Assessment Check
Curious to see what your child knows? Click on the picture for an assessment of basic knowledge to get you started. Use the PK Assessment Form to record your child's progress. Our goal is all mastery at the end of the PK year for kindergarten readiness.
How To Help Your Child
How To Help Your Child
Establish some routines. Routines are important for 4 and 5 years old. The children are more confident and responsible when they know what is expected. Add some of the following practices into your home routine.
Establish some routines. Routines are important for 4 and 5 years old. The children are more confident and responsible when they know what is expected. Add some of the following practices into your home routine.
Restroom and Toileting
PreK is a great time to help your child learn to use the restroom independently. Practice how to button, zip and wipe independently. Click on the picture for a simple restroom procedure.
Tip: If zipping and button is difficult, elastic band pants/shorts are helpful until they master that skill.
Tip: If zipping and button is difficult, elastic band pants/shorts are helpful until they master that skill.
Independent Work
Learning to be independent is a growing part for PreKers. Have your child practice sitting with focus to finish a product. Start with a 5-minute task and slowly increase the focus time to build stamina. Click on the picture for some great ideas on fine motor work.
Listening and Speaking
Encourage your little ones to focus while listening. Ask questions and have your child respond in complete sentences. Have your child share their thoughts to build language and communication. Click on the picture for some tips on how to communicating with your child.
Reading and Retelling
Research has always supported reading, especially at a young age. Practice reading skills by having your child listen and retell the story. Click on the picture for a list of tips on reading with your child. The list of tips are also available in many other languages.
Sleep and Bedtime
Did you know preschoolers should sleep for about 10-13 hours? Without adequate sleep, your child's learning could be interrupted. Click the picture for more information. Do you have a set bedtime routine? If not, start one for good sleeping habits. Here are some picture schedules to help set up a bedtime routine.
Spend some time working with your child on various skills. These practices can be fun and meaningful for your child. Click the picture for some ideas or simply pull out a board game, deck of cards or a box of puzzles.
Healthy Eating
Eating healthy feeds not only the stomach, it also feeds the brain. Click on the picture for some tips or give a lesson on healthy eating.
Tip: Pack a healthy school lunch and practice opening all the containers and package independently.
Tip: Pack a healthy school lunch and practice opening all the containers and package independently.
Screen Time
TV, phones, tablets and more...Does your family have guidelines for screen time? Did you know not all screen time are created equal? Not sure how to limit screen time? Click on the picture for more information about screen time.
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
Sign onto DASHBOARD for more resources.
Instructions are listed on the right side of the page.
Loads of online resources from the district are on StudentNET.
Below are a few favorites from DASHBOARD.
Loads of online resources from the district are on StudentNET.
Below are a few favorites from DASHBOARD.
Imagine Language & Literacy
Lexia Core 5
IXL Learning
Khan Academy
Imagine Math
BELOW are programs that we use in our class as part of our PK curriculum in Klein ISD.
BELOW are programs that we use in our class as part of our PK curriculum in Klein ISD.
This is similar to our daily skills that is integrated throughout the day.
This is our Klein PK Handwriting curriculum that supports pre-writing skills.
This is similar to our Circle Time in class fill with activities and songs to build language.
Additional resources that are great for the PreK age.
Additional resources that are great for the PreK age.
Scholastic Learning Resources for Pre-K
An app-only resource that has great activities that are guided for Pre-K students. (One of my FAVORITE)
Website with a variety of subject content for Pre-K age students
A combination of videos, games, and activities for Pre-K
While digital resources are great, hands on activities are developmentally appropriate for children of this age group. These experiences build social-emotional, oral development and various motor skills. I get a lot of my inspiration from these two sites below.
While digital resources are great, hands on activities are developmentally appropriate for children of this age group. These experiences build social-emotional, oral development and various motor skills. I get a lot of my inspiration from these two sites below.
All About Me Form
All About Me Form
Please do this activity with your child and send the final form to me via email.
Teachers & Contact
Teachers & Contact
Contact Information
Contact Information
Classroom number 832-484-7438
If there are any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Conference Times
To ensure my availability, please schedule an appointment ahead of time.
Please call or send me an email.
Gina Carson leads our Early Childhood classroom with the assistance of Ms. Sandy, Ms. Nicole and Ms. Dee. We work and play with Pre-K. The EC team is collaborative and the entire team works with all of our students.
Gina grew up in Houston, Texas and graduated from Cypress Creek High School and Texas Tech University. Gina lives in the Klein area with her husband and two daughters. Gina also has two doodle dogs that help to make life much more fun. Gina is busy with all of her girls activities and enjoys volunteering her time with National Charity League and the Kids Ministry department at Champion Forest Baptist Church.
Ms Sandy
Ms. Nicole
Ms. Dee
We are looking forward to the best year YET!
We are looking forward to the best year YET!
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