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What is Developmental Kindergarten Developmental Kindergarten DK allows students additional time to physically and emotionally develop in a safe and secure environment before attending kindergarten Students in DK experience similar opportunities as other Kindergarten students but are taught at a pace and intensity that is dependent on individual readiness DK and Kindergarten have the same age eligibility requirements for enrollment 5 years old by September 1 of the school year or for children whose parents complete a waiver 5 years old by December 1 of the school year CONTACT US Enrollment Coordinator Gina Harwood Phone 248 435 8400 ex 1260 Fax 248 280 2591 800 DeVillen Ave Royal Oak MI 48073 Enrollment Hours Monday Friday 7 30am 4 00pm All enrollments are completed online Get started here http bit ly 3iU7VBm If you need help and would like to schedule an in person enrollment please email enrollment royaloakschools org Developmental Kindergarten Royal Oak Schools DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTEN

DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTEN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The bridge between preschool and kindergarten How is DK different from preschool The standards teaching requirements and curriculum in DK are different from a preschool curriculum Preschool often focuses on play and exposure to early literacy and math concepts DK is more structured and focuses on the kindergarten standards while still incorporating play DK IS DESIGNED FOR CHILDREN WHO What is the schedule for DK DK is a full day program that follows the elementary school calendar Students also attend special area classes such as music art and physical education Where will DK be located DK will be located at one or more elementary buildings depending on space and need What are the qualifications for a DK teacher How is DK different from kindergarten Would benefit from an extra year of school readiness to promote additional academic physical and social emotional development Need classroom instruction with frequent movement learning through play and a focus on hands on learning Developmental kindergarten is the first of a two year kindergarten program It is a full day program that follows the regular school calendar The DK curriculum is based on the kindergarten standards that are modified to meet the academic social and emotional needs of younger children Students are taught the necessary literacy math writing science and social studies concepts that will prepare them for kindergarten The curriculum is taught at a slower pace in a hands on manner with more opportunities for play and social interaction What is the cost DK is part of our public education system so there is no cost for eligible students residing in Royal Oak s school district or entering though Schools of Choice Developmental Kindergarten Royal Oak Schools DK classrooms are taught by a professionally certified teacher with an early childhood endorsement Is DK a special education program No DK is not a special education program However all special education services in accordance with a student s Individualized Education Plan IEP will be available