Kindergarten
Welcome to Kindergarten in District 196!
Learning at a young age nurtures curiosity, confidence, creativity, and compassion. Through hands-on, engaging experiences, children build the foundation for future learning and independence.
Our programs support:
- Social development and cooperation
- Problem-solving and communication
- Growing independence and responsibility
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Open Houses | Plan My Ride | Choosing a School | Early Childhood Education | Services and Schedules
Upcoming Open Houses
Join us at one of our upcoming 2026 kindergarten open houses! We look forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child’s journey in District 196!
- Cedar Park: 5-6:30 p.m., Thu, April 30
- Deerwood: 6-7 p.m., Thu, April 16
- Diamond Path: 5-6 p.m., Thur, April 30
- East Lake: 6-7 p.m., Thu, April 16
- Echo Park: 4:30-5:45 p.m., Thu, April 9
- Emerald Trail: 5:30-6:30 p.m., Tue, May 12
- Glacier Hills: 4:15-5:15 p.m., Thu, April 30
- Greenleaf: 5-6 p.m., Thu, April 30
- Highland: 5:45-7 p.m., Thu, May 7
- Northview: 5:30-7 p.m., Tue, April 28
- Oak Ridge: 5-6 p.m., Thu, April 23
- Parkview: 5-6 p.m., Tue, April 28
- Pinewood: 6-7 p.m., Wed, April 22
- Red Pine: 5-6 p.m., Thu, April 16
- Rosemount: 5-6 p.m., Monday, May 4
- Shannon Park: 5:45-7 p.m., Thu, April 9
- Southview: 5-6:30 p.m., Mon, April 27
- Thomas Lake: 5-6:30 p.m., Tue. May 5
- Westview: 5-6 p.m., Thu, April 23
- Woodland: 4:30-5:30 p.m., Tue, April 28
Plan My Ride
The deadline to request transportation has passed. Please use the form available on our website district196.org/transportation.
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