All children who turn five on or before August 31 are eligible to attend kindergarten
All age-eligible children may enroll in kindergarten regardless of their developmental level or prior experiences
Every child is unique and is accepted for his/her differences in development, culture, home environment, and learning style
Schools will be accessible and ready to meet the individual physical and developmental needs of all children
Parents/families are the child's first teachers--they play a key role in preparing children for success in school through being involved in their child's education from birth
Quality early learning experiences are essential to prepare a child for success in school
The learning opportunities provided need to be developmentally appropriate for preschool-age children
A developmentally appropriate learning environment fosters kindergarten readiness
It takes partnerships among families, early care and education professionals, schools, health care providers, and other community resources to promote children's development and school success
