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ALAMEDA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD AGENDA ITEM


Item Title:Kindergarten Program Update: Exploration of Full-Day Kindergarten (10 Mins/Action)
Item Type:Action
Background:

On October 25th, staff presented the Board of Education with a brief background of AUSD's kindergarten program over the years, why the change to a full-day program would be beneficial, enrollment numbers over the past few years, what neighboring districts are providing, three different scheduling options, as well as an implementation timeline.

 

Tonight's presentation provides additional information around a modified full-day program and a full-day program. Based on guidance received from the Board, staff will begin implementation of the preferred schedule. 

AUSD LCAP Goals:1. Eliminate barriers to student success and maximize learning time.| 2a. Support all students in becoming college and career ready.| 4. Ensure that all students have access to basic services.
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Recommendation:Other
Staff have provided the Board with two options; Modified Full Day and Full Day Kindergarten with a recommendation of Modified Full Day effective August 2023-24 school year.
AUSD Guiding Principle:#1 - All students have the ability to achieve academic and personal success.
Submitted By:Kirsten Zazo, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services

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Presentation: Full Day Kindergarten 11.8.2211/2/2022Presentation