Kindergarten
Welcome to Kindergarten!
Parents/guardians of kindergarten-age students will enroll their child in the regular full-day kindergarten program or have the option to enroll in the Two-Way Spanish Dual Language program: a two-way language immersion where students are taught literacy and curriculum in both Spanish and English beginning in kindergarten and continuing through the completion of fifth grade. Learn more about the Two-Way Spanish Dual Language Program and how to enroll. (Don't delay! The deadline to apply for the Dual Language program is March 15, 2026!)
In addition, a one-way Spanish Dual Language program is offered to students who are native Spanish speakers and qualify for language support services. Eligibility is determined via an English proficiency screening.
Students are fully educated according to CCSD15’s traditional core curriculum and programming, preparing children for first grade and beyond. Our Full-Day Kindergarten program provides more time for math and literacy instruction, more time for free and purposeful play, and more time to build self-esteem, independence, friendships, and trusting relationships with teachers.
Regular Full-Day Incoming Kindergarten Welcome Night - April 2026
Join us for our Incoming Kindergarten Welcome Night! (English | Spanish)
This is an opportunity for families who will have kindergartners in the 2026-27 school year to visit and tour our school, learn about the all day kindergarten program, and meet the principal. Families will also be able to complete the registration process during this event. We hope to see many of you there! (This event is for parents only.)
Parents at the schools listed below should attend on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 6-7 p.m.:
- Stuart R. Paddock Elementary School
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Willow Bend Elementary School
- Jane Addams Elementary School
- Frank C. Whiteley Elementary School
- Gray M. Sanborn Elementary School
Parents at the schools listed below should attend on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 6-7 p.m.:
Spanish Dual Language Incoming Kindergarten Students
Parents have the option to enroll their incoming kindergarten student in the Two-Way Spanish Dual Language Program, which is housed at three of our schools—Jane Addams, Winston Campus, and Kimball Hill.
Please join us to learn more about Dual Language Programming for potential incoming kindergarten students for 2026-27. Meetings will be held:
- January 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Conyers Learning Academy
2800 Central Road, Rolling Meadows
- February 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Winston Campus
900 E Palatine Road, Palatine
- February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Jane Addams Elementary School
1020 E Sayles Drive, Palatine
- February 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Kimball Hill Elementary School
2905 Meadow Drive, Rolling Meadows
Visit the Two-Way Spanish Dual Language Program page for detailed information, and view the Dual Language Presentation to Kindergarten Parents.
2026-27 Student Registration
Student Registration for the 2026-27 school year begins February 10, 2026, and runs through July 15, 2026.
It is very important for families to register as early as possible. The district uses our enrollment numbers to determine staffing at each of our schools.
What does full-day Kindergarten mean for students?
- More time to build positive self-esteem, independence, friendships, and trusting relationships with teachers
- More time in individualized instruction to build strong foundational skills
- More time for Math and Literacy instruction
- Expanded content area learning
- More time in Physical Education and the Arts
- More time for free and purposeful play
- More time in developmentally appropriate activities designed to keep our students active, engaged, and growing
What will the day look like?
- Beginning the day with a focus on social-emotional learning and community-building
- An extended block for foundational literacy skills and instruction, including phonics, phonemic awareness, word study, writing, and reading comprehension
- An extended Math block to support differentiated learning through direct instruction and games
- Expanded participation in Physical Education, Art, and Music
- Time to form deep relationships with peers and teachers, including friendship-building through lunch and recess
- Dedicated time for free and purposeful play
- Expanded content area learning in Social Studies, Science, and Health that is active and engaging
Welcome to Kindergarten (Guide for Parents)
The Welcome to Kindergarten! (Guide for Parents) answers general questions regarding kindergarten programs offered, enrollment requirements, how to register your child for school, important dates, and links to additional information to start your journey.
Welcome to Kindergarten! (Guide for Parents)
A printed version of the Guide for Parents can be found here:
Welcome to Kindergarten! (Guide for Parents) (English)
Welcome to Kindergarten! (Guide for Parents) (Spanish)
Parent Handbook
The annual handbook is a summary of Board of Education policies governing District 15. It also offers information pertinent to the District as a whole, and is intended to be a handy resource, but is not meant to take the place of personal communication between home and school. Please feel free to call your child’s school if you have any questions on programs or procedures, or consult your school’s website.
LEARN15 (District 15 Family Education) is a place where we list all learning opportunities for parents—many delivered in-person, live streamed, or available on demand. Parents have an opportunity to engage with school leaders, educational experts, and other parents.