Establishes the transition to kindergarten program to assist eligible children in need of additional preparation for kindergarten.

The bill establishes the transition to kindergarten program to assist eligible children in need of additional preparation for kindergarten. It requires a local child care and early learning needs assessment before beginning or expanding the program. The program must be administered by the office of the superintendent of public instruction and must adhere to guidelines related to best practices for site readiness, developmentally appropriate curricula, and professional development opportunities.

Establishes the transition to kindergarten program to assist eligible children in need of additional preparation for kindergarten.

The bill establishes the transition to kindergarten program to assist eligible children in need of additional preparation for kindergarten. It requires a local child care and early learning needs assessment before beginning or expanding the program. The program must be administered by the office of the superintendent of public instruction and must adhere to guidelines related to best practices for site readiness, developmentally appropriate curricula, and professional development opportunities.