A kindergarten practice

Small chairs.
Big brains.
Serious work.

Kindergarten is where curiosity, growth, and joy come alive — and I have the very best seat in the house. You send me your pride and joy, and I promise them a classroom full of laughter, love, and discovery. Everything you need lives right here, and for anything else? Just ask!

Play first
how five‑year‑olds think best
Hands-on
we learn by making and doing
Every child known
nicknames, worries, favorite dinosaurs
Mrs. Rodriguez

This week, at a glance

14–18 September
Please send
A pirate outfit for Friday, if ye like

Eye patches optional. Enthusiasm mandatory.

We're learning
Five senses, and nouns that name places

CKLA Skills 2 · Heggerty writing 5.

On the calendar
Talk Like a Pirate Day — Friday

September 18. Dress like a pirate!

classroom
Notes from the rug

Start slow to go fast

The beginning of kindergarten sometimes looks a little like preschool. Trust the process!

Read the note3 September

First steps for new families

Ten minutes, once.
01

Student information form

Nicknames, transportation, breakfast preferences, strengths and worries. This is how I learn your child before I meet them.

Open the form
02

The night before kindergarten

Big feelings, laid-out clothes, and a few butterflies — the night before kindergarten is a BIG night. Snuggle up, press play, and let me read you the perfect story for it. Then come see me in the morning!

Play the story
03

Classroom wishlist

Entirely optional. I keep it updated with materials, games and supplies that make the big special days possible — I can't pull those off without help, and it is so appreciated!

View the list
Getting in touch

Have a question? Send me a message.

Kindergarten is busy. I may not see your message until the end of the day — for anything about dismissal, please call the school office as well.