Kindergarten students might be curious as to who their teacher will be -- and may even be a bit intimated by this unknown authority figure. You can ease the students' minds by hosting a meet-the-teacher event as part of kindergarten registration. The teacher can have one-on-one meetings with each student, where she introduces herself, answers any questions and expresses her excitement about the upcoming year. Students will be relieved when they see a recognizable face on the first day of school.
It's helpful to host school tours as a part of kindergarten registration to acclimate students to the new school. The school tour should, most importantly, focus on the kindergarten classrooms. Teachers should set up the classrooms for the school year so that students can see their desks, cubbie holes and other spaces in the classroom. A tour through the school will make students feel more comfortable navigating the campus and finding important spots like the cafeteria, playground and restrooms with ease on the first day of school.
One of the biggest challenges associated with kindergarten can be meeting classmates and making friends. A class party in conjunction with the registration can ease any worries students might have about making new friends. The party can be as simple as allowing students to play in the classroom or on the playground together. The point is simply to allow students to socialize before the first day of school, which can go a long way in reducing first-day jitters.
A question-and-answer session with kindergarten teachers and school administrators is an effective way to acclimate parents to the school during kindergarten registration. Teachers can introduce themselves and give their academic and professional history. They can give an overview of what students will learn during the school year. An administrator like a principal or dean of students can overview school policies and field any questions from parents.