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KITS: Kids in Transition to School Program

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2026 KITS registration is currently full and has closed. 

The Kids in Transition to School (KITS) program is a school readiness intervention developed at Oregon Social Learning Center and is designed for students and families. The program is open to all kindergarten students in Bethel. 

KITS Registration has closed.


El registro de KITS ha cerrado.


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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

  • The program is designed to provide a boost to children’s literacy, self-regulation, and social skills prior to entering kindergarten.
  • The school readiness groups are structured like a kindergarten class. 
  • Parents/guardians attend workshops to learn ways to support their child during the all-important start in kindergarten
  • Transportation is provided
  • Breakfast and healthy snacks are provided

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A young boy is smiling and looking at the camera. He is wearing a green shirt with a chessboard pattern. He is holding onto a metal railing.

 

OVERVIEW

  • Summer Session:  June 29 – August 6
  • Morning sessions: 8:30 -11 a.m. on Monday-Thursday
  • Transportation provided if needed (also for families during family group sessions)
  • Child care for siblings will be provided during family group sessions.
  • Interpreters are available for speakers of languages other than English.
  • Snacks and breakfast are provided for students

 

Krista Bushnell
Email: krista.bushnell@bethel.k12.or.us
541.607.1434

Questions?
Please contact us!