The video segment below provides an opportunity to listen as VPK Directors discuss the importance of creating goals for helping children in the VPK programs transition to the local kindergarten program.

As you look at this video, ask youself these questions: Does your VPK program have a transition plan? What activities do you already use as a kindergarten transition plan? What strategies would you use to transition VPK children and families to kindergarten?   To begin the video, press the "play" button.

The transition from a VPK classroom to a kindergarten classroom is an exciting time for children, parents, and teachers. An effective transition plan helps to ease a child's journey into a new program before, during, and after the move. Parents and teachers should work together to ensure valuable information is shared about the child and that kindergarten program goals and expectations are clearly identified and communicated. It is important to include all of the available parties including families, VPK and kindergarten teachers, program directors, and local agencies to identify and implement an appropriate transition plan for children in your VPK program.